Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Sense and Suitability by Pepper Basham, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: Sense and Suitability
Author: Pepper Basham
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Release Date: September 23, 2025
Genre: Clean Regency Romance (Rom-Com)
In this clean Regency romance, a woman with a scandalous past (and an even more scandalous secret) swears off love--until the man who broke her heart needs her help. What could possibly go wrong?
After two failed social seasons, her family may think the third time will be a charm, but Emmeline Lockhart just wants to survive with her dignity (and singleness) intact. She thought she'd found her perfect match in Simon Reeves--charming, handsome, a veritable hero from a novel--until he vanished from her life without so much as a "farewell" or "my deepest regrets" (or even a vague apology scribbled on the back of a calling card). Lesson learned: never fall for a man known for his charm.
Fortunately, and unlike many of the other eligible young ladies of the ton, Emmeline has no need for a husband--because she's already found success in her scandalous (and very anonymous) profession as an author. Why bother with matrimony when she can make her own fortune and write men exactly the way she wants them?
But fate--or the misfortune of Simon's reckless patriarchs--has other plans. Simon's once-proud estate is in shambles, his family fortune has been gambled away, and the younger impressionable siblings in his care are running wild across his estate (and possibly across all of England). Simon is in desperate need of a wealthy, prestigious bride . . . and a friend.
Emmeline may not fit the role of heiress, but she can certainly be a friend. Just a friend. She'll help him find a suitable match, ensure his reputation remains intact, and keep things strictly platonic--no matter how dangerously appealing his new-and-improved sincerity and regret may be.
There's just one small problem: the undeniable chemistry that still smolders between them. Can Emme play matchmaker for the man she's still in love with without losing her heart all over again? And is it possible that some love stories--especially the messy, inconvenient, impossible ones--are worthy of a rewrite?
My Review:
Regency rom-com, full of chemistry, with strong themes of family and second chances.
Emmeline Lockhart is not looking for embarking on another season after the failure of the previous two to produce the desired result, and one of which resulted in scandal. Emmeline is witty, with a big heart, always ready to help. I loved the close bond she shares with her sister, and how they endure their aunt's coaching on how to secure a husband. I also enjoyed her exchanges with cousin Thomas, who is a brotherly friend and a source of a good portion of humor. I liked how she is challenged to see things differently as the facts are revealed.
Simon is a good brother and is doing what he can to provide for them the best that he can, though it is an uphill battle. He knows he must marry for money, but there is only one woman that his heart desires. I admired his dedication to taking care of his family.
Well written regency romance, full of romance, heart, humor, and wit, with strong likable protagonists. Engaging, with a well paced plot and great character interaction that brought a smile to my face. Wonderful read, clean content, with an adorable plot. Highly recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
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(2) winners will receive a signed copy of Sense and Suitability (or winner's choice of Pepper Basham's books) and a $25 Amazon gift card!
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Sounds like a good book.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a book I will thoroughly enjoy. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletePepper's books are always so delightful! thanks for sharing your thoughts :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun romance read.
ReplyDeleteIm really starting to like Simon the more I read about him!
ReplyDeleteCan’t wait to read it
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