Description:
Miss Gwendolyn Brinley accepted a temporary paid companion position for the Newport summer season, believing it would be a lark to spend the summer in America's most exclusive town. She suddenly finds her summer turning anything but amusing when her employer expects her to take over responsibilities as an assistant matchmaker. Tasked with the daunting prospect of attaining advantageous matches for her clients, Gwendolyn soon finds herself in the employ of Mr. Walter Townsend, the catch of the Season, but a gentleman Gwendolyn finds beyond irritating.
Walter Townsend is reluctantly in search of a wife for the sake of his unruly motherless children who cannot keep a governess for long. What he wasn't expecting was Miss Brinley, an amateur matchmaker who turns his quest for a new wife into a complete and utter debacle. Constantly besieged by society ladies on a mission to win his affection, Walter must find a way to overcome their inundating attention--and his unexpected attraction toward Gwendolyn.
The more time they spend together throughout the Newport Season, the harder it is for Gwendolyn to find Walter a wife when she realizes his perfect match might be . . . her.
About the Author:
Jen Turano is a USA Today bestselling author, known for penning quirky historical romances set in the Gilded Age. Her books have earned Publishers Weekly and Booklist starred reviews, top picks from Romantic Times, and praise from Library Journal. She's been a finalist twice for the RT Reviewers' Choice Awards and had two of her books listed in the top 100 romances of the past decade from Booklist. She and her family live outside of Denver, Colorado. Readers can find her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and at jenturano.com
My Thoughts:
A new Jen Turano book! Exactly what my tired heart was needing. Ms. Turano is without a doubt one of my very favorite authors and I love to read (or re-read) her books, especially when a good laugh is in order. Her stories always bring a smile to my face and I love being able to reply to the question “what’s so funny?” with the words, “oh, this book! Let me tell you about it!”
So, in the interest of continuing to answer that question, allow me to expound a bit: Matchmaking - Always great for escapades. Newport - a place I know little about, but was suddenly very interested in. Three small children - Perfect for mischief and stealing hearts. A pony. A cat lady (I absolutely adored Adelaide! I can’t wait for her story in November!). And Gwendolyn who is very no-nonsense, especially with the schemes and craziness found in Society. I think she and I would get along wonderfully, if she wasn’t simply a fictional character. And Walter, who isn’t the typical completely oblivious hero (though he does have a couple moments). I loved seeing the two of them go from annoyance to tolerance to comradery to love.
Also, did I mention there’s a shark?
What is a humorous book you've read recently? Please leave a comment and let me know! I can always use more suggestions (as my bookcases groan)!
Have a lovely day!
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