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A frothy, fast-paced Regency romp where eccentric matchmakers try to polish a diamond whose family is made of rough coal. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Animating Maria.
- breezy
- cheerful
- cozy
- theatrical
- 01
Marrying Harriet
Marion Chesney · 1990
A sparkling, fast-paced comedy of manners where meddling spinsters and awkward debutantes stumble their way into unexpected love.
- 02
Those Endearing Young Charms
Marion Chesney · 1986
A frothy, fast-paced Regency romp where a disastrously misguided scheme paves the way for an unexpected, hard-won romance.
- 03
The Unsuitable Miss Martingale
Barbara Hazard · 2001
A sparkling, traditional Regency romp where a refreshingly blunt heroine turns polite society and a stoic viscount completely upside down.
- 04
My dear Duchess
Ann Fairfax · 1980
A frothy, fast-paced Regency romp where a desperate marriage of convenience blossoms into a battle of wits and genuine affection.
- 05
Miss Tibbles' Folly
April Kihlstrom
A charming, warm-hearted Regency romance about a formidable governess discovering that a second chance at love is worth defying society for.
- 06
The Marriage Masquerade
Teresa DesJardien · 2001
A charming, low-angst Regency romp where a royal decree forces two reluctant acquaintances to navigate the awkward, tender path from obligation to true love.
- 07
The First Rebellion
M. C. Beaton
A sparkling, witty romp where staunchly held ideals collide delightfully with undeniable romantic chemistry.
- 08
Molly
Jennie Tremaine
A sparkling, battle-of-the-sexes romp where American audacity meets British aristocratic pride.
- 09
The Unflappable Miss Fairchild
Regina Scott
A delightful Regency romp where steadfast propriety collides with chaotic charm, proving that the most sensible hearts sometimes crave a little wildness.
- 10
Tabitha's Tangle
Emily Hendrickson
A cozy, bookish retreat into a world where dusty libraries and shared intellectual passions spark a quiet but profound romance.
- 11
A Perfect Mismatch
Catherine Blair
A sparkling Regency romp about the exhausting lengths we go to for love, and the profound relief of finally being seen.
- 12
To Marry a Marquess
McCarthy
A tender Regency romance where a solemn promise to a dying friend slowly thaws two guarded hearts.
