Last Gentleman Standing
by Jane Ashford
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"Jane Ashford's characters are true to their times, yet they radiate the freshness of today."—Historical Novel ReviewsA fun, witty Regency romance from bestselling author Jane Ashford. Young heiress Lady Elisabeth Elham has no need for marriage, but warding off London's most charming suitors is easier said than done.
Miss Elisabeth Elham is an unlikely heiress. She never knew the curmudgeonly uncle who died suddenly and left her a fortune. She's proud, outspoken and independent—a show more definite challenge for London's fortune hunting suitors. As various determined gentlemen vie for her attention at balls, routs, picnics and parties, Elisabeth finds herself embroiled with a charming rake, a mysterious nabob, and an elegant neighbor. This would all be great fun, if only she wasn't so fascinated by the one man in London who's not trying to woo her...
Originally titled Bluestocking, this story has been unavailable for over 25 years.
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I read an ARC of this book in exchange for a fair review. This book is an old fashioned regency romance in the vein of Georgette Heyer and Barbara Cartland. Elisabeth Elham unexpectedly inherits her miserly Uncles fortune and goes from poor school teacher to wealthy heiress. She takes in 3 of her cousins and they set out to enjoy the London season. There are lots of twists and turns a kidnapping or two, evil villains, fainting Duchesses, marriage proposals, unrepentant fortune hunters, blackmail, betrayal and a large rambunctious dog of mixed parentage. There is however no kissing. So if you are looking for an entertaining romp of a regency with no sexy bits this is your book.
A lighthearted reprint for Jane Ashford fans
A regency novel in the Georgette Heyer mode.
The story has interesting characters, treachery, villainy, a mystery, interesting characters and an heiress newly come.
Miss Elisabeth Elham is named as the heir to her Scrooge type miserly uncle. Upon finding out about her fortune she immediately takes up her two hitherto unknown cousins, Belinda and Tony who were also in the running as heirs to share in her good fortune.
Earning her living as a teacher, Elisabeth proceeds to London and the pace of the plot becomes dizzying with the elements added. These include a handsome country neighbor, a charming fribble of a would be swain, a Duchess friend of her chaperone and long lost older cousin Lavina, a show more mysterious planter Mr. Garrett, a kidnapping and so much more. And let's not forget the unrepentant canine Gowser!
A pleasant read.
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A regency novel in the Georgette Heyer mode.
The story has interesting characters, treachery, villainy, a mystery, interesting characters and an heiress newly come.
Miss Elisabeth Elham is named as the heir to her Scrooge type miserly uncle. Upon finding out about her fortune she immediately takes up her two hitherto unknown cousins, Belinda and Tony who were also in the running as heirs to share in her good fortune.
Earning her living as a teacher, Elisabeth proceeds to London and the pace of the plot becomes dizzying with the elements added. These include a handsome country neighbor, a charming fribble of a would be swain, a Duchess friend of her chaperone and long lost older cousin Lavina, a show more mysterious planter Mr. Garrett, a kidnapping and so much more. And let's not forget the unrepentant canine Gowser!
A pleasant read.
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