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Linore Burkards fans devoured her first two Regency novels Before the Season Ends and The House in Grosvenor Square. Now, as her third novel opens, the year is 1818 and Miss Beatrice Forsythe is determined to marry well. After all, her sister, Ariana, married The Paragon, Mr. Phillip Mornay, five years earlier--which all but guarantees that she, Beatrice, can also make a famous match to a wealthy man. But her sister and husband have disappeared from high society as they raise a family at their country estate. Can Beatrice persuade them to chaperone her in London? And what about Beatrices business with the curate, Mr. OBrien, whom she rashly promised to marry years earlier. At seventeen now, she has no wish to marry a mere clergyman-despite his agreeable countenance and gentle, understanding ways. When Mr. Tristan Barton becomes the tenant of the Manor House, Beatrices hopes seem to have found their object. But when Ariana falls gravely ill, secrets come to light, motives are revealed, and the pretenses that are easy to keep up in the darkness begin to crumble. Hearts are bared, truths uncovered, and when all is said and done, a country house courtship like no other has occurred! As always, Linore Burkard delivers spirited romance for the Jane Austen soul.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Thoroughly enjoyable!!!,
This review is from: The Country House Courtship (Paperback)
This book, like Linore's other two, is so entertaining that it is difficult to put down. It is clean, without any hint of the long, explicit sex scenes so prevalent in other romance novels (at last!!). The plot is fast paced and intriging and the characters are well developed. This is clearly a Christian book with references to Christianity throughout that are refreshing and accurate. Linore also includes questions at the end of her novel that are thought provoking and well worth considering. An excellent read! This type of book has been virtually impossible to find. Please continue to write more of these, Linore! Christian women that love regency romance have been waiting for you and your books! Thank you!!
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lets us in on a life of chaperones and equipages, bonnets and redingotes, romance and obligation.,
By Carol Kurtz Darlington - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Country House Courtship (Paperback)
We watched Ariana come of age in her first London season, back when she charmed both her aunt and the Paragon, Mr. Mornay in the House at Grosvenor Square. Now Beatrice, Ariana's little sister, wants her own Cinderella story. She wants the same prestige, a large estate, and a doting husband like her sister has enjoyed. Ariana, however, never set out to marry into money, but happened upon it while seeking God's will for her life. Beatrice is determined to improve her place in society as she feels her sister has done, and she will never fall for any man who can't give her what she desires.
Which brings us to Mr O'Brien and Mr. Barton. We watched Mr. O'Brien unsuccessfully try for Ariana in the first book of the series. He is the curate, now a humbled and matured man since last we saw him. He is a thorn in Beatrice's side with his genuine kindness, since he cannot give her the material life to which she aspires. But Mr. Barton can. He is charming, even with his lack of interest in the things of God and family. Why is he renting the manor house in the country? His motives are not clear, but Mr. O'Brien and Mr. Mornay suspect they are less than above board. Linore Rose Burkard's series from the early 19th century rings authentic, compared to many regency novels. Dialogue in regency novels can often be full of 21st century jargon with topics and conversations people would have today, but would never have had back then. Burkard's dialogue and tone reads exactly as you would picture the characters talking in 1818. The historical situations are based on the culture and beliefs of the period in England - the paranoia of disease that caused workers to be prohibited from working if any family member was sick in order to protect the landlord's family. The age of bloodletting and warming a fever and the fear of not yet understanding how sickness was spread lends itself to superstition and to the mercy of the town apothecary. When crisis strikes, and Ariana is close to death, Beatrice remembers her faith. She and her close knit family turn to God for help, led by Mr. O'Brien who is no longer Mr. Mornay's nemesis. Marrying for love, regardless of title or dowry, is illustrated beautifully by none other than Mr. Barton's lonely, troubled sister. Will Mr. Barton change his scheming ways? Or will Beatrice grow into the woman of God she was meant to be? The Country House Courtship lets us in on a life of chaperones and equipages, bonnets and redingotes, romance and obligation. But one thing that never changes from century to century and is skillfully woven into this story, is faith in a loving God who offers salvation to all. --Reviewed by Carol Kurtz Darlington for TitleTrakk 7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Enchanting - Jane Austen Lite,
By Dina L. Sleiman - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Country House Courtship (Paperback)
I write this review from a different sort of perspective. Books by Linore Rose Burkard are often touted as, "Inspirational Romance for the Jane Austen soul." Now if you love Jane Austen, chances are you've already discovered Linore and her wonderful books based on that glowing recommendation. But I must confess. It scared me away. Although I enjoy much about these books and this era, I feel like I'm slogging through the formal convoluted language every time I pick up a Jane Austen novel. I have yet to make it to the end of one. For me, pleasure reading they are not.
So it was with some trepidation that began the advanced copy of The Country House Courtship sent to me for this review. By the time I reached the second chapter, I was able to breathe a sigh of relief because I found myself enjoying the book enormously. The language rings of Jane Austen, yet is much friendlier to the modern reader. The omniscient viewpoint made me feel like I was sitting with a friend as they told me a tale and proved a pleasant change from the norm. In The Country House Courtship Linore combines the best elements of Regency fiction with the best elements of contemporary writing to delightful effect. I would call these books "Jane Austen Lite," and I mean that in the best sort of way. There is no slogging or trudging through this book. Readers can enjoy a wonderful Regency style novel that is friendly to a modern day audience. So of course, I highly recommend this book to Jane Austen fans. However, I think anyone who enjoys romance or historical fiction will love this book as well. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Terrific Story,
By Mrs.B - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Country House Courtship (Paperback)
This story really harkens back to the Jane Austen period and style of writing and storytelling. I was so delighted to find these books, and have not been able to put them down. I especially loved, "The Country House Courtship". The story is intriguing and the characters are real and have depth. I especially like the way that a response to Christ is woven into the lives and story of each person, even if they reject Him. Also, the sanctification in those believing is apparent, which I like because it holds the story together as a journey of faith, as well as life.
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