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Loading... Frederica (Regency Romances) (original 1965; edition 2009)by Georgette Heyer
Work InformationFrederica by Georgette Heyer (1965)
  
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  ) MandyPS | May 13, 2023 |  Revisiting a favorite author’s writing after over half a decade was to be a joy for me. Instead, while reading it on vacation, I found myself bogged down in words and conversations that did not seem to fit into my life in the same joyous way I remembered them from the past. This author is remembered fondly but having read her books during my naïve teens and now being in my seventies do wonder if it is an age issue I am facing with the story or if the many books I have since read along with the numerous life experiences that I have encountered have somehow left me less enamored of the story than my memories of the book once were. The story is fine but filled with terms that are not common now. The story is filled with more words than I felt were necessary. In ways it felt archaic and difficult to relate to. I can’t put my finger on the reason I am not as thrilled with the story as I was when first I read it but am glad that I read it again. The synopsis of the book gives a clear idea of what the book is about so won’t go into the details of the family, romances that take place or any other details. Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks for the ARC – This is my honest review. 2-3 Stars (  ) CathyGeha | Apr 12, 2023 | When Frederica Merriville brings her three younger siblings to London determined to secure a brilliant marriage for her beautiful sister, Charis, she seeks out their distant cousin the Marquis of Alverstoke. Lovely, competent, and refreshingly straightforward, Frederica makes such a strong impression that to his own amazement, the Marquis agrees to help launch them all into society. Lord Alverstoke can't resist wanting to help her Normally wary of his family, which includes two overbearing sisters and innumerable favor-seekers, Lord Alverstoke does his best to keep his distance but he finally finds himself far from bored. (  ) Karen74Leigh | Jan 21, 2023 | I think that readers who are looking for a thoroughly period experience will be very happy with this book. If you’re looking for fast paced, it may not suite the bill. advanced readers copy provided by Edelweiss (  )1  jennybeast | Oct 20, 2022 | ) Mstufail19 | May 4, 2022 | no reviews | add a review
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HTML: "Heyer was one of the great protagonists of the historical novel in the post-war golden age..." â??Philippa Gregory A reader favorite from the Queen of Regency Romance, Frederica is a charming story of a woman seeking security for her family, but finding love where and when she least expected it. Determined to secure a brilliant marriage for her beautiful sister, Frederica seeks out their distant cousin the Marquis of Alverstoke. Lovely, competent, and refreshingly straightforward, Frederica makes such a strong impression that to his own amazement, the Marquis agrees to help launch them all into society. Normally wary of his family, which includes two overbearing sisters and innumerable favor-seekers, Lord Alverstoke does his best to keep his distance. But with his enterprising â?? and altogether entertaining â??country cousins getting into one scrape after another right on his doorstep, before he knows it the Marquis finds himself dangerously embroiled. What reviewers are saying about Frederica "Humorous, light-hearted...a nice, comfortable way to get your Austen-fix."â??Love Romance Passion "This is a great book that explores both the relationships of the characters, and the Regency era itself. Fun, entertaining, enthralling!"â??Wendi's Book Corner "[A] fun, charming book... Frederica is a keeper, going on my bookshelf."â??Lesa's Book Critiques "There was a playful, light-hearted feel to this book that, along with the engaging characters, totally charmed me."â??Genre Reviews "The novel ends on a most satisfying note, and I can think of no better way of spending a chilly winter evening â?? wrapped in a down comforter with my pooch sleeping by my sideâ?? than reading this gem of a book."â??Jane Austen's World "Overflowing with fun and family, this warm, joyful 1965 Regency is one of Heyer's later novels and another popular No library descriptions found. |
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FREDERICA - Group Read - SPOILERS POSSIBLE
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