The Earl Takes a Fancy
A Sins for All Seasons Novel
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4.4 • 380 Ratings
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Publisher Description
USA Today Bestseller
New York Times bestselling author Lorraine Heath pens another richly satisfying romance in her Sins for all Seasons series.
She’s looking for a nobleman to wed…
Though born out of wedlock, Fancy Trewlove is determined to fulfill her mother’s wish that she marry into nobility. Fancy’s keen intellect and finishing school manners make her the perfect wife for any gentleman—if he’s willing to overlook her scandalous lineage. But Fancy’s plans are thrown into chaos when an intriguing commoner begins visiting her bookshop—and she finds herself unable to stop thinking about him.
He’s looking to escape his title…
Widowed just a year ago, the reclusive Matthew Sommersby, Earl of Rosemont, has been besieged by women hoping to become his next wife. Desperate for anonymity, he sheds Society life to search for the peace that eludes him. Fancy’s shop is his one refuge, until the night their passion erupts into a kiss that nearly leads to her ruin—and leaves both longing for much more.
Together, they discover an unlikely love…
As Fancy finds herself torn between her family’s expectations and her growing feelings for Matthew, secrets are exposed—secrets that force Fancy to question if she can trust her heart’s desire...
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Heath returns to form with the charming fifth Sin for All Seasons novel (after A Duchess in his Bed). Independent but starry-eyed, Fancy Trewlove dreams of falling in love with a lord who will allow her to maintain her bookstore and stay close with her family. Her belief that she can have it all is partially inspired by a newspaper article singing the praises of Matthew Sommersby, Earl of Rosemont, written by his late wife just before she died in hopes of ensuring her husband's future happiness with a second wife. The article spurs many hopeful young ladies to come calling, driving the still grieving Matthew to flee his mansion to hide out in a humble home near Fancy's bookshop, which he soon frequents. Believing Matthew to be a commoner, Fancy initially fights her attraction to him, but soon the pair grow close. Somewhat unbelievably for Victorian London, Fancy lives alone, leaving ample opportunity for her and Matthew to have unchaperoned time together. Fancy and Matthew's path to a happy ending is fairly unremarkable, but their palpable connection will satisfy series fans.
Customer Reviews
The Earl takes a Fancy
A little slower than the others in the series but satisfying and lovely all the same. I’m glad Fancy got her story as she’s always been interesting.
Sweet and Steamy Love Story
Another fabulous read by Lorraine! I thought this was such a sweet yet steamy romance and that’s right up my ally!
Fancy, the youngest Trewlove, is destined for a posh life with an aristocratic husband of title. She works at her bookshop that her eldest brother made for her. She also give reading lessons to adults a few evenings a week.
When Fancy fist meets Matthew, an Earl, he’s come to her shop for a book. She feels an instant attraction but pushes as such away because he isn’t titled.
Matthew, an Earl and widower, is trying to stay out of society and not looking for a wife. He thinks the ton women are only out for money and a title. He wants to be liked for himself and nothing more. He is most definitely attracted to Fancy, but tells himself not to since she’s seeking a titled gentlemen for a husband.
These two are wonderful characters and quite a match! It was wonderful watching them transform and get to know one another into friendship than to lovers. They both learn a lot about trusting, themselves, and love! Truly a wonderfully sweet story! I adored it so! I always recommend anything by Lorraine! I CAN NOT wait for Beast’s story! Ok but really you need to read Fancy & Matthew’s story.