She was disowned by her family for her transgression, but happy enough with her husband and only daughter by her side. This is not to disparage sexy books; they can be fun, but they are not what I was looking for. Synopsis: Fans of the traditional Regency Romances of Georgette Heyer, Jo Beverley, and Carla Kelly will enjoy this witty romance from award-winning author Candice Hern. As I’ve often said, Christian fiction can often get preachy and be overbearing. The female lead is more stronger than any female I've ever meet. Robert, Lord Bradleigh, is a wealthy earl recently betrothed to a beautiful young girl in her first Season. Many romantic thoughts, but no actions. Love a happy ending! Pleasant story about a young woman who is working as a companion to an older woman, who is very kind to her, and indulges in some matchmaking. He is definitely a example of what i want my future to be ;), And yet another few weeks of twelve to sixteen hour days at work has forced me into reading mind candy. She has to not only get her grandson to see her companion's worth, she has to make Miss Windhurst cry off. Fast and free shipping free returns cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. Candice Hern's romances are more traditional in that they concentrate on the emotional and societal journeys of the characters. But that aside, it's a nice story with a heroine who struggles to live the way her vicar father taught, and actually does a good job of it. Just make arrangements for them to get to know each other. I had not read this genre in some time. A Proper Companion (eBook) : Gouge, Louise M. : With her father's death, Anna Newfield loses everything; her home, her inheritance and her future. . Dear Robert would be better off with someone more mature and sensible... like Emily! Skip to main content.sg. Candice Hern always writes straightforward well-crafted books, and this is no exception. Lady Bradleigh then delves into a matchmaking scheme of grand proportions. The winner drawn at random is: Christina who left a comment on January 24, 2013. I couldn't put it down. This is a good old-fashioned (clean) Regency romance. Robert agrees to help his grandmother find a husband for Emily, but how is he to bear the thought of her… Robert, Lord Bradleigh, is a rakish earl with a recently arranged betrothal to a lovely young girl he barely knows. She fleshes out bot. This is a fun, light-reading Regency romance. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. I was pleasantly surprised by this book. I really enjoyed this love story. That might be affected by the fact that i grew up in a very religious family. I was drawn into the story and found it hard to put the book down until the conclusion. Not to mention an abduction. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. I.like they stood up claimed what everyone thought and wanted. Louise does it with grace and ease. Forbidden love blooms between the lowly lady and the titled gentleman until a twist of fate changes everything. 1 Star - I hated it 2 Stars - I didn't like it 3 Stars - It was OK 4 Stars - I liked it 5 Stars - I loved it. Good read - although somewhat predictable. Fans of the traditional Regency Romances of Georgette Heyer, Barbara Metzger, and Carla Kelly will enjoy this witty romance from award-winning author Candice Hern. Loved it. Well, this is what you won't do: panic. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. Robert, despite being a “rake”, is a good man. Hand holding was as brazen as they dared. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. When the dowager's grandson, the Earl of Bradleigh, announces his engagement, the Countess sweeps her household to London to get a good look at the girl. Print List Price: $8.99. But that aside, it's a nice story with a heroine who struggles to live the way her vicar father taught, and actually does a good job of it. Each reference fit seamlessly into t. And yet another few weeks of twelve to sixteen hour days at work has forced me into reading mind candy. Tell readers what you thought by rating and reviewing this book. I found it was getting in the way of the plots and I often just flipped past them. The characters in the story are far more evangelical than the Anglicans of that era tended to be. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. Her ability to draw you in and connect you with her characters is superb. You'll fall in love with the hero's older brother and want to give a tongue lashing to his mother. Emily Townsend is an impoverished spinster employed as a companion to his grandmother, the formidable dowager countess. Set in Regency England, the author showed how different life was depending on your birth, or status. When Robert, the current Earl of Bradleigh and Lady Bradleigh's grandson, announces his engagement, nothing will stop the dowager from quitting her home in Bath to finish out the season in London. I believe I've read this before so a lot of the story was familiar. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. For example, Emily Townsend is the paid companion of the dowager Countess Bradleigh. Cute book, a bit in your face on the Christian themes, but considering that is it's genre it wasn't that bad. Louise Gouge has a way of writing that soothes my soul. To his surprise, the more time he spends with his grandmother's companion Emily, the more he feels for her--and he begins to suspect his engagement is. One thing I found of interest was the genetics of marriage laws that were in force in England at that time. Rated 4.00 / 5 based on 1 review. Although treachery threatens, eventually the meddlesome dowager slyly rearranges things to her own, and everyone's, satisfaction. She was disowned by her family for her transgression, but happy enough with her husband and only daughter by her side. Her grandson, the Earl of Bradleigh, had just announced his engagement to a thoroughly unlikeable chit -- and Lady Bradleigh was determined to do something about it. Now their daughter Emily is companion to Countess Bradleigh and prefers to keep in the background. A re-read. Start by marking “A Proper Companion (Ladies in Waiting, #1)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. A Proper Companion (Book) : Gouge, Louise M. : With her father's death, Anna Newfield loses everything--her home, her inheritance and her future. PROPER COMPANION 'PROPER COMPANION' is a 15 letter phrase starting with P and ending with N Crossword clues for 'PROPER COMPANION' I found it was getting in the way of the plots and I often just flipped past them. A Proper Companion. I liked the premise of this book,and was looking forward to a nice, kind of stodgy classic Regency. I enjoyed it. Emily Townsend is the paid companion of the dowager Countess Bradleigh. "A Proper Companion" is the first in the "Ladies in Waiting" series by Louise M. Gouge. Emily Townsend is a paid companion to the dowager Countess Bradleigh. enjoyable read even if regency is not your thing. A Proper Companion Anyone can arrange a marriage-but only the heavens can decree true love! There are no real spoilers there. I liked it. The author brings the time period alive and helps you understand the uniqueness of Regency. She thinks he would be much better off with someone like her companion, but she's not going to meddle. Most romance authors would have her in the corner waiting on her prince to ride to the rescue. Well, this is what you won't do: panic. But I guess it just wasn't quite my style. January 1st 1995 I was unfamiliar with Candace Hern but agreed to the reading challenge posed on. Oh my, who can keep up with all of that? This was no Georgette Heyer book, but I still enjoyed it for the most part. A Proper Companion (A Regency Romance) By:Candice Hern Published on 2011-07-27 by Candice Hern. Crossword clues for 'PROPER COMPANION?' Typical romance. It is not Jane Austen but neither is it preaching disguised as fiction. This is not to disparage sexy books; they can be fun, but they are not what I was looking for. I kept worrying after the first kiss, if there would be a sex scene. The two ladies are fond of each other, but Miss Townsend never forgets her humble position in the household. These need room and patience in a story to build and resolve. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. A Proper Companion (eBook) : Gouge, Louise M. : With her father's death, Anna Newfield loses everything-her home, her inheritance and her future. No sooner have we drawn another breath when we discover that Lady Gwendolyn Pentwick is not the heroine of. A Proper Companion (The Regency Rakes Trilogy Book 1) - Kindle edition by Hern, Candice. Her stories are light, romantic, and fun, and I always look forward to each new release. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. A Proper Companion Book 1 of the Regency Rakes Trilogy Robert, Lord Bradleigh , is a wealthy earl recently betrothed to a beautiful young girl in her first Season. An old book I have had a few years, I am all out of books from the library so now I will read all my old books it was a good story. Hello Select your address All Hello, Sign in. I really liked this book! I enjoyed this story of a girl who's family is all gone, leaving her on her own only to be rescued by the man who's life was saved by her brother in war. It's a clean Christian Regency romance during the War of 1812. Congrats to Ms. Gouge on a job well done. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. Enter the Dowager's grandson Ro. Kindle Price: $2.99. There's a wicked uncle of the heroine, but mostly it's just a sweet story. It's a clean Christian Regency romance during the War of 1812. The story is well developed, the romance between the couple is slow but its nice to see. Because we've dug... To see what your friends thought of this book, A Proper Companion (Ladies in Waiting, #1). She's rescued from the villain turning her out of her home by the army office. Buy a cheap copy of A Proper Companion book by Candice Hern. Lovely book! . Congratulations Christina! With her father's death, Anna Newfield loses everything--her home, her inheritance and her future. The "villains" were a little too weak for my taste, better dont have it at all. A Proper Companion. I believe A Proper Companion is her best yet. Lady Bradleigh is a kind employer and a good friend to Emily. You'll feel the atmosphere and the many strictures of the early 1800's. Her only piece of good fortune is a job offer from wounded major Edmond Grenville, whose mother requires a companion. With her father's death, Anna Newfield loses everything-her home, her inheritance and her future. A Proper Companion by Candice Hern. I'm always looking for a great Regency book! I confess this is my first Love Inspired book. The characters in the story are far more evangelical than the Anglicans of that era tended to be. Literature & Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com. As I’ve often said, Christian fiction can often get preachy and be overbearing. The perfect book to curl up with on a cold night with a cup of hot English Tea! Just a little too much info for me in those parts. Robert, Lord Bradleigh, is a rakish earl with a recently arranged betrothal to a lovely young girl he barely knows. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. A quick read. Robert, Lord Bradleigh, is a rakish earl with a recently arranged betrothal to a lovely young girl he barely knows. I had a really hard time getting through this book. The story was pretty boring with weak and too simplistic characterization of main characters. I really enjoyed the story. Louise M. Gouge. 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