Lord Darling is soothed by hearing of interactions with animals to reveal a kind, caring nature while receiving a good brush. Sudden visceral tension to become aware of a previously unidentified love. An innocent accidental/protective/ unplanned touch that leads to/reveals/awakens love. I am not certain if the previous are strictly tropes, but they are to me. Thank you for the thought provoking query. Sorry, not until I went back to reread did I notice you asked for, "one." I am sticking with my reply. Thanks again.🌷
I love friends to lovers 💖 I feel like it's the best start for an actual happy marriage and when the couple hesitates to confess their feelings in fear the other won't feel the same, it adds a realistic obstacle, since it's understandable that they value the friendship. However too often when this trope is done, one or both has been in love with the other for a while already, so it doesn't truly feel like friends to lovers since they don't see each other platonically at the start of the story. Sorry for the rant lol
@@i.am.10vely That happens a lot with novellas - the shorter romances. To get a jump on things. But yes, I think longer novels that drag out a one-sided (at the beginning) romance can be difficult if the author doesn't get it right!
In real life, someone being deliberately antagonistic and mocking is off-putting; but apparently modern women (i.e. younger generations at this time) are being told that insults are the way men show interest. Probably because too many compliments can seem forward, pushy, creepy or insincere. It's a difficult balance for modern men to find, and I don't envy them at all. Sadly, I have no solutions, except that men strive to be considered, as an entire gender, as being always truthful.
Reading is difficult for me now at 77. So, the discovery of audio books is a blessing. A really exceptional narrator is essential and can make or break my enjoyment. You have achieved both to my satisfaction, bringing your characters to life thank you so much. I'm enjoying all your books.
Sally Britton is one of my absolute favorite authors! She writes beautiful stories that captivate and entertain, with appealing characters and low-drama. I can always count on Sally for a fun escape! Loved this series! (THANK YOU for sharing the audiobook, Sally! ♥️)
I was only partway through book 2 when i first saw the title of book 3. I was slightly chagrined because i just knew Andrew & Josephine HAD to be right for each other in spite of all their dickering! When i reached the part of the story where Josephine says she has a secret i got so excited thinking it Must be writing! I was ridiculously elated when i discovered i was right!! ( i think i shrieked like a teenager, lol!) I'm so excited to listen to this book! The anticipation of it has nearly been a distraction from finishing Emma's story, lol (though not quite- she needed to be with her Ambassador!) Thank you for writing such sweet, clean stories & putting them here in audiobook form. I love reading, but time for pleasure reading is difficult to find without taking away from more important duies of life. I can listen, though, while folding laundry, doing dishes, driving in the car, etc. It is wonderful! I truly enjoy your stories! ~ Liz
Howdy! I found audiobooks when I was a young mother with full hands and a full schedule. I'd read voraciously - perhaps a book a day - when I suddenly couldn't hold a book or sit still for more than a few minutes without being interrupted. I learned to rock babies to sleep with headphones on, do dishes with a bluetooth speaker playing a book, and fold laundry while my phone was in my pocket with a narrator talking to me. My children wound up soaking a lot of it in, and most of them listen to audiobooks as part of their bedtime routine now. I'm a big believer in audiobooks being real books, and one of the best ways to soak in a good story. I'm so glad you enjoyed this one!
@@13isluckyforme41 It isn't out in audio yet! The narrator just finished recording, so there are a few other steps we have to do to get it ready for production and TH-cam.
🙏🏻 Thank you Sally. I love my days filled with your stories so beautiful & calming. You have been my companion for the past month. I do my chores daily with your stories & fantastic narrator.
I've listened to this twice now and love the story. Andrew is adorable! I'm planning to relisten to the next stories as well. Thanks so much for all your work.
I’ve enjoyed the first three books immensely & I’m sure Simon’s story will live up to all my expectations for romance, love & laughter, many thanks for sharing your work with us, it’s a privilege I appreciate very much xxxx
Another wonderful listen! I love the way Sally Britton describes ‘ matters of the heart’ in her characters! It knits us in on their journeys and makes us part of it! Thank you Sally! Xx
Every time I finish one of your "my new favorite book", I am surprised at another one. I was awake all night to finish this one. Thank you for the sharing of your gift.
I've been thoroughly loving this series! After binge-listening to all you audiobooks for the month or so, I'm so happy I saved this series for last! It's so sweet and humorous with a steady tempo, I never felt like the story was dragging despite the calm nature of it all. Also, thank you sooo much for creating a story with less drama. It's an abundantly pleasant surprise. I was fully enraptured yet not anxious. I often feel myself going through emotional rollercoasters after reading so many stories like this (which certainly have their place!), but I hadn't realized how much better i feel after reading these more relatively drama free books. Just two people learning how to fall in love with one another. I do have to give credit to your historical research! I can tell through your writing that you try to do your due diligence in keeping things as accurate to the era of time and location as possible. I certainly look forward to your author's notes! Do you think you'll release your work via google play books? I notice amazon as the only option but i don't have a kindle. Anyway thank you again for another work of art. God bless!
Everything will eventually be on all retailers, but it will take a lot of time to get there. You CAN get Kindle books without owning a kindle - you can put a Kindle reading app on any smart phone, on tablets, and on your computer. And I know what you mean about the lower-drama/angst. I think we can all use a little less of that, every once in a while. It's how I feel about reading older books, like Anne of Green Gables. Have a lovely day, and thank you for your comment!
I absolutely adore this book. It may be my favorite in the series. I’m so excited for the next one and the series you mentioned after that, I was hoping to hear more of him and his brother. ❤️❤️
The men is your series are highly appealing in their caring and respectful virtues. The Duke, Count, Andrew and Roman have such honor and dedication. I must comment on this because it is so refreshingly and enjoyable. Thank You again❣️
I love the sequence in that character development takes place over the course of several novels. If it is not too much work, please return to chapter identification. It is difficult to find ones place after falling asleep to a book. Wonderful, happy feelings abound after completing one of your novels. Who could ask for more? Kind innocent works are a delight. Your next release is highly anticipated. Thank you. A dozen 🌷 for you.
Thank you for reminding me about the chapters! I'll put that on my to-do list. When I put this book up, I was in a rush, and forgot that detail. I'll see to it soon!
This is the only book in this series that I haven’t read first before listening to it, so I’m extremely excited to listen!! I’ve been checking daily since the last audiobook was uploaded for this one❤️❤️
Loved this one, enjoyed the light bantering of friends and the knowing comments and smiles of the family. Thanks for sharing Ms Sally and another well read story Ms Narrator 😊 looking forward to this families next story.
This was a very enjoyable read for me, I related so much to Andrew and Josephine, their interests and their love for debate. It was encouraging to see a relationship like that play out in a wonderfully written book.Thank you for making this book available! I hope more people can come to enjoy it as much as I have. ☺️
Loved Andrew and Josephine’s story. It was so sweet that Josephine found love close to home after being so adamant regarding not being ready to marry in Emma’s book (2) ❤️
I believe this couple is my favourite. I laughed so much. I seriously love your sense of humour Sally, it is so refreshing and engaging and makes me want to be part of the Duke's family or friends in some way. All 3 books so far have had me enjoy all the moments with the characters, but this one had me laughing out loud.❤
Josephine telling Andrew her secret made my heart warm❤ I don’t think a line in a novel brought such strong warmth to my heart since I read Mr Darcy’s declaration to Elizabeth on their long walk❤Enemies to lovers make the best novels. I don’t give this compliment often. But I will be buying this series and placing it next to my Jane Austen collection.❤
You did it again! You were able to turn a character I didn't like into a really relatable one. Josie seemed horty and snobish in the last book. In this book she developed nicely . I like it, that it took her quite some time to understand her feelings toward Andrew, particularly because they were aquainted for such a long time and their relationship wasnt new. So it took her some time to think differently about him and see him for something different than a family friend. Something Andrew could do earlier because of the age difference, I like to believe. IOnly thing : I wish the books were much longer though 😂👍🥰 looking forward to the next one
You wish the books were longer, which I understand, but I am so glad they are not. It's difficult, writing books! :-) Seriously, though, thank you for your kind compliment. I am so glad you love my characters as much as I do. Andrew and Josie were a lot of fun to write. They show up in my next book, too.
I am so enjoying this series! Friends to lovers is my favorite trope, and I am often left dissatisfied with enemies to lovers. I feel like too many authors who write enemies to lovers don't establish a connection beyond physical attraction. The same can be said of most "brother's best friend and younger sister" tropes. It's as if the author decided to fix everything off-putting about those two tropes. There is no true antagonism, and none of the chreepy power-balance or and while Andrew does consider Simon, he puts Josephine first. These two have been established since the first book. I have been shipping them since the beginning, and I enjoyed watching them come to understand what those around them already guessed. This is a charming and supportive romance. I am already on my second listen!
I just finished writing Simon's story - it takes place at Christmas time! It's on the way to the editor and will next go to the narrator. It won't be ready until January. :-( But I'll be posting a few other audiobooks I already have ready. ;-)
You absolutely achieved your goal of keeping the story light hearted with this book full of feels like a warm and cozy blanket. While I loved Andrew’s character and understood how his feelings grew for Josie, with him slowly realizing the depth of his feelings for her, I felt the perspective of Josie was slightly underdeveloped. I could not see how and why she developed the feelings for Andrew the way she did. Regardless, a beautiful story as always. Looking forward to the next one.
I kind of got the feeling it wasn't finished. Like maybe a deadline came up and the rest was rushed. I felt like it ended before it really began. It's so hard to explain. I wanted Simon to be a better guy, nicer, a great friend, instead it seemed he barely tolerated Andrew despite what is told to us. The parts of the relationship we are experiencing makes me dread the Simon book. I am sure it will be better than I am thinking, I hope so. I also expected more of Josie, like it was going someplace and just drops off.
Thank you for this story. This series has been quite perfect in my opinion. The sweet and stress free stories are the perfect escape from life's problems, and do wonders for my anxiety. I wish there were 100 books in this series 🤣 I'm wondering if the new series you speak of will be in the same style as this one, or if it will be different. Either way, I'm looking forward to it. Once again, thank you very much for all the work you've put into this story. It was so lovely, I don't have the words to express how much I loved it ❤️💖❤💕💗
This series will have several more books, for certain, and the York series will likely be similar. Low-angst and full of hope. I enjoy writing them. They're not action packed, they're mostly drama free, and that's as soothing to me as an author as it is for readers! They're meant to be an escape. To make readers relax and smile and know everything is going to be okay. :-)
@Sally Britton thanks for replying!! I'm so glad to know the series has more books in the future 🤩 and that the York one will be also low angst 🥰 your wish has come true for me, this series has put only smiles on my face, and helped me relax. Know that your work is literally making people's lives better
Oh, how I enjoyed this book! I think this one was the best in the series. The banter between the characters brought so many memories... I loved it very much! 💥💜💙💚💛🧡
I'm working y2k way through this series, but this one was my fa route so far. Bickering to in love is one of my favorite Regency tropes. Plus, the political unrest in London made for an enrichment to the background of the novel. Really a wonderful story! Onto the next book!
I was just thinking Sally, that if you lived in regency times your manuscripts would have been rejected because the heroines are, almost all, pushing the boundaries of convention. Glad you live in these times so we can enjoy your novels...
@@AuthorSallyBritton yes, it seems a society of extremes. Women leading, albeit from behind, and women shunned for achievements as certain fields were out of bounds. I'm reminded of Georgette Heyer's Sylvester, where Phoebe was shunned by society for publishing a novel, and could only be righted if the duke married her.. but such are the ways of society. Change takes time.
Servants aren’t my jam. Because I’m too aware of the historical accuracy I’d have to give up to still tell an escapist/romantic story. There are other authors out there who do this beautifully already. ❤️
@@AuthorSallyBritton Thank you for your hard work. I've enjoyed all your books i can find in audiobooks. I enjoy reading but find i don't have the time like I use to.. Audiobooks are my new best friend.
@@brendalasley541 I really understand this. I think seasons in life call for different types of reading. I went from primarily paperback, to primarily audio, and now I'm mostly ebooks! The next book in this series just released as an ebook and paperback. The narrator will start work on it next month. 🙂
I could listen to 100 Regency romances written by Sally Briton and read by Jessica Elisa Boyd! Can we hope for a couple more in the not too distant future ? (I have listened to all the ones currently on TH-cam),
Love this story, I cannot decide if this one or Simon is my favorite story they are very close. I do have a question about one of the characters. Hartwell’s brother Lynus does he have a speech impediment, or was there a problem with the narration? It’s very subtle, but I hear it. If it is impediment I find it to be endearing for his character.
In chapter 11 there's a small typo(?). Josephine asks her grandmother why "Sir Simon" would glower. Grandmother answers "Jealousy, of course". Other than that the narrator is wonderful.
Whoops. The little slip-ups are the worst! I can't tell you how many times both the physical book and this audiobook were proofed. There's always SOMETHING that makes it through. Thank you for enjoying it!
Signs of being privileged young women she goes out on her own to do her book "research" regardless how it may affect anyone around her and what may people think of her family
It's upsetting how much I actually used that term in this particular book! Goodness. But a snort is like a scoff. If a scoff is made with the mouth, a snort is made through the nose. It's a sudden exhale of breath that shows irritation, derision, or other feelings similar to disdain.
Oh, that was a tougher one. I hated Andrew initially. Always standing too close and being so obnoxiously dominant and rude, following Josie around the house in the night and never, never EVER taking No for an answer. Josie is allowed to walk about the house on her own and should not have him cling to her like some kind of annoying limpet who will not leave her side! I truly loathed him! Things got better, though. Eventually ;) during the second half of the book. The picnic part was lovely.
@@AuthorSallyBritton I am glad that made you laugh ;) Very much looking forward to the next book. I did like Josie's other suitor very much. Not to mention Yorkshire is one of my favourite places on earth!
I dunno..... This novel reminds me how far women's rights have come. The fact that Andrew won't let Josephine have a minute alone, or trust her, or is ready to tattle on her.... I find myself angry that he doesn't respect her. Or perhaps this is the difference 200 years makes? I like Josephine. I am rooting for her and her book.
I think that's less about women's rights and more about Andrew being a pill. Because I would gut any of my male heroes for being stupid like that. I just finished writing the 5th book and there is quite a bit in there with the duke and duchess being a power couple and explaining to the younger generation how to make it work.
@@AuthorSallyBritton now that I finished the novel, I liken Andrew as our modern equivalent to a person who might do stand-up. He seems ready with a set-up, punchline and waiting for the laughter to see if the joke lands. Perhaps he would be the class clown? Something that I find interesting, is how well you write the young, inexperienced 20 something. I am far removed from this age and when I get frustrated with characters, I have to remind myself that they are young and inexperienced in life. Oh, and also not real. But that's a detail I often overlook! 😄
Ha! Yes, they're often young. Thankfully, I still have younger siblings in their twenties, and my children are mid-teens, so I am surrounded by youthful folly. Makes it easier to write it! Andrew reminds me a LOT of someone very close to me who is approaching his 40's. Some people never change...
Frenemies to more is one of my favorite tropes. What is one of your favorites?
Lord Darling is soothed by hearing of interactions with animals to reveal a kind, caring nature while receiving a good brush. Sudden visceral tension to become aware of a previously unidentified love. An innocent accidental/protective/ unplanned touch that leads to/reveals/awakens love. I am not certain if the previous are strictly tropes, but they are to me. Thank you for the thought provoking query. Sorry, not until I went back to reread did I notice you asked for, "one." I am sticking with my reply. Thanks again.🌷
Love all
I love friends to lovers 💖 I feel like it's the best start for an actual happy marriage and when the couple hesitates to confess their feelings in fear the other won't feel the same, it adds a realistic obstacle, since it's understandable that they value the friendship. However too often when this trope is done, one or both has been in love with the other for a while already, so it doesn't truly feel like friends to lovers since they don't see each other platonically at the start of the story. Sorry for the rant lol
@@i.am.10vely That happens a lot with novellas - the shorter romances. To get a jump on things. But yes, I think longer novels that drag out a one-sided (at the beginning) romance can be difficult if the author doesn't get it right!
In real life, someone being deliberately antagonistic and mocking is off-putting; but apparently modern women (i.e. younger generations at this time) are being told that insults are the way men show interest. Probably because too many compliments can seem forward, pushy, creepy or insincere. It's a difficult balance for modern men to find, and I don't envy them at all. Sadly, I have no solutions, except that men strive to be considered, as an entire gender, as being always truthful.
Reading is difficult for me now at 77. So, the discovery of audio books is a blessing. A really exceptional narrator is essential and can make or break my enjoyment. You have achieved both to my satisfaction, bringing your characters to life thank you so much. I'm enjoying all your books.
Sally Britton is one of my absolute favorite authors! She writes beautiful stories that captivate and entertain, with appealing characters and low-drama. I can always count on Sally for a fun escape! Loved this series! (THANK YOU for sharing the audiobook, Sally! ♥️)
I was only partway through book 2 when i first saw the title of book 3. I was slightly chagrined because i just knew Andrew & Josephine HAD to be right for each other in spite of all their dickering! When i reached the part of the story where Josephine says she has a secret i got so excited thinking it Must be writing! I was ridiculously elated when i discovered i was right!! ( i think i shrieked like a teenager, lol!) I'm so excited to listen to this book! The anticipation of it has nearly been a distraction from finishing Emma's story, lol (though not quite- she needed to be with her Ambassador!) Thank you for writing such sweet, clean stories & putting them here in audiobook form. I love reading, but time for pleasure reading is difficult to find without taking away from more important duies of life. I can listen, though, while folding laundry, doing dishes, driving in the car, etc. It is wonderful! I truly enjoy your stories! ~ Liz
Howdy! I found audiobooks when I was a young mother with full hands and a full schedule. I'd read voraciously - perhaps a book a day - when I suddenly couldn't hold a book or sit still for more than a few minutes without being interrupted. I learned to rock babies to sleep with headphones on, do dishes with a bluetooth speaker playing a book, and fold laundry while my phone was in my pocket with a narrator talking to me. My children wound up soaking a lot of it in, and most of them listen to audiobooks as part of their bedtime routine now. I'm a big believer in audiobooks being real books, and one of the best ways to soak in a good story. I'm so glad you enjoyed this one!
Andrew and Josephine. One of my favorite stories with all of their bantering and grandmama seeing right through it. Well done!! 🎉
The Old Dragon is one of my favorite periphery characters in this series. lol.
Looking forward to January and Simon's story. Very enjoyable series. I just want to mention that I really have enjoyed the Narrator as well. ❤️
Thank you so much! The narrator is fantastic. I can't wait to get Simon's story to you!
Has book four not yet been released? Have so enjoyed the escapism! 💜
@@13isluckyforme41 It isn't out in audio yet! The narrator just finished recording, so there are a few other steps we have to do to get it ready for production and TH-cam.
Omg! I can't wait!!!!
🙏🏻 Thank you Sally. I love my days filled with your stories so beautiful & calming. You have been my companion for the past month. I do my chores daily with your stories & fantastic narrator.
I've listened to this twice now and love the story. Andrew is adorable! I'm planning to relisten to the next stories as well. Thanks so much for all your work.
Andrew is absolutely adorable! I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks so!
I’ve enjoyed the first three books immensely & I’m sure Simon’s story will live up to all my expectations for romance, love & laughter, many thanks for sharing your work with us, it’s a privilege I appreciate very much xxxx
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Another great story - finally Andrew and Josie saw the light! Thank you! And thank you too for the great narrator!
A narrator can really make or break a book. I adore mine!
Another wonderful listen! I love the way Sally Britton describes ‘ matters of the heart’ in her characters! It knits us in on their journeys and makes us part of it! Thank you Sally! Xx
Every time I finish one of your "my new favorite book", I am surprised at another one. I was awake all night to finish this one. Thank you for the sharing of your gift.
Wow, thank you!
I've been thoroughly loving this series! After binge-listening to all you audiobooks for the month or so, I'm so happy I saved this series for last! It's so sweet and humorous with a steady tempo, I never felt like the story was dragging despite the calm nature of it all.
Also, thank you sooo much for creating a story with less drama. It's an abundantly pleasant surprise. I was fully enraptured yet not anxious. I often feel myself going through emotional rollercoasters after reading so many stories like this (which certainly have their place!), but I hadn't realized how much better i feel after reading these more relatively drama free books. Just two people learning how to fall in love with one another.
I do have to give credit to your historical research! I can tell through your writing that you try to do your due diligence in keeping things as accurate to the era of time and location as possible. I certainly look forward to your author's notes!
Do you think you'll release your work via google play books? I notice amazon as the only option but i don't have a kindle. Anyway thank you again for another work of art. God bless!
Everything will eventually be on all retailers, but it will take a lot of time to get there. You CAN get Kindle books without owning a kindle - you can put a Kindle reading app on any smart phone, on tablets, and on your computer. And I know what you mean about the lower-drama/angst. I think we can all use a little less of that, every once in a while. It's how I feel about reading older books, like Anne of Green Gables. Have a lovely day, and thank you for your comment!
Agree the factual history is appreciated. Much work for Authors but makes a read worthwhile w/ Accuracy.
@@AuthorSallyBritton Oh thank you so much! I had no idea about the kindle app. That's perfect!
LOVE this one and Sir Andrew! Another beautifully written and narrated love story!♥️♥️♥️
Aw, thanks so much. Andrew is a fun one. ;-)
I absolutely adore this book. It may be my favorite in the series. I’m so excited for the next one and the series you mentioned after that, I was hoping to hear more of him and his brother. ❤️❤️
I'm super excited to start writing the York series! My hope is to visit the city itself one more time before releasing that series.
The men is your series are highly appealing in their caring and respectful virtues. The Duke, Count, Andrew and Roman have such honor and dedication. I must comment on this because it is so refreshingly and enjoyable. Thank You again❣️
I love the sequence in that character development takes place over the course of several novels. If it is not too much work, please return to chapter identification. It is difficult to find ones place after falling asleep to a book. Wonderful, happy feelings abound after completing one of your novels. Who could ask for more? Kind innocent works are a delight. Your next release is highly anticipated. Thank you.
A dozen 🌷 for you.
Thank you for reminding me about the chapters! I'll put that on my to-do list. When I put this book up, I was in a rush, and forgot that detail. I'll see to it soon!
This is the only book in this series that I haven’t read first before listening to it, so I’m extremely excited to listen!! I’ve been checking daily since the last audiobook was uploaded for this one❤️❤️
Goodness! That would be hard to wait. Hope it was worth it. ;-)
Loved this one, enjoyed the light bantering of friends and the knowing comments and smiles of the family. Thanks for sharing Ms Sally and another well read story Ms Narrator 😊 looking forward to this families next story.
❤️ Thank you for the upload!! I've been excited to hear this story!!
Oh hooray. A new one. My evening is saved :D
This was a very enjoyable read for me, I related so much to Andrew and Josephine, their interests and their love for debate. It was encouraging to see a relationship like that play out in a wonderfully written book.Thank you for making this book available! I hope more people can come to enjoy it as much as I have. ☺️
I’ve listened to maybe 10 of your stories so far, but this is my favorite!
Loved Andrew and Josephine’s story. It was so sweet that Josephine found love close to home after being so adamant regarding not being ready to marry in Emma’s book (2) ❤️
I'm really glad you enjoyed it! ❤️
Another great adventure, thank you Sally Britton for so much enjoyment.
Love your books. Looking forward to every upload ,thank you
You are so welcome!
Thank you Sally!!!!!
Yay! I’ve been looking forward to this one. Thank you!
I believe this couple is my favourite. I laughed so much. I seriously love your sense of humour Sally, it is so refreshing and engaging and makes me want to be part of the Duke's family or friends in some way. All 3 books so far have had me enjoy all the moments with the characters, but this one had me laughing out loud.❤
Andrew and Josephine were SO fun to write, with their "esteemed enemy" views of each other. I'm glad you enjoyed them so much!
Josephine telling Andrew her secret made my heart warm❤ I don’t think a line in a novel brought such strong warmth to my heart since I read Mr Darcy’s declaration to Elizabeth on their long walk❤Enemies to lovers make the best novels.
I don’t give this compliment often. But I will be buying this series and placing it next to my Jane Austen collection.❤
A high compliment indeed. Thank you. ❤️
I absolutely love your books and writing style! I’m looking forward to what you share next.
Thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying them. :-)
I can't wait for Simon's story 😍 in the last two weeks or so I "binged listened" to nine of your books and I can't get enough!
Yay! I'm so glad you've enjoyed them! That's a LOT of hours of listening.
Thank you for sharing this series. I’ve enjoyed them so much! It’s nice to listen to calmer stories.
I'm so glad you've enjoyed them. :-)
Thank you so much, Sally! Your books are such a delight!!! This one especially is very endearing to my heart! ❤
You did it again! You were able to turn a character I didn't like into a really relatable one. Josie seemed horty and snobish in the last book. In this book she developed nicely . I like it, that it took her quite some time to understand her feelings toward Andrew, particularly because they were aquainted for such a long time and their relationship wasnt new. So it took her some time to think differently about him and see him for something different than a family friend. Something Andrew could do earlier because of the age difference, I like to believe. IOnly thing : I wish the books were much longer though 😂👍🥰 looking forward to the next one
You wish the books were longer, which I understand, but I am so glad they are not. It's difficult, writing books! :-) Seriously, though, thank you for your kind compliment. I am so glad you love my characters as much as I do. Andrew and Josie were a lot of fun to write. They show up in my next book, too.
I am so enjoying this series! Friends to lovers is my favorite trope, and I am often left dissatisfied with enemies to lovers. I feel like too many authors who write enemies to lovers don't establish a connection beyond physical attraction. The same can be said of most "brother's best friend and younger sister" tropes. It's as if the author decided to fix everything off-putting about those two tropes. There is no true antagonism, and none of the chreepy power-balance or and while Andrew does consider Simon, he puts Josephine first. These two have been established since the first book. I have been shipping them since the beginning, and I enjoyed watching them come to understand what those around them already guessed. This is a charming and supportive romance. I am already on my second listen!
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Some of my readers have said it's more of a "frenemies to lovers" story. 🤣🤣
Oooh!! I have been waiting for this one! But I want to listen it on the weekend all cozied up at home. Oh how am I going to wait for 2 days !
You have a lot more self control than I do! I can't ever wait once I get a new book.
Love all your books! Thx for sharing them with us!
You are so welcome!
So grateful you uploaded this one!!!!! I adore this book so very much!!! Thank You!!!!
You're so welcome!
Thank you 🙏.I am really enjoying this series.
You are so welcome!
I really enjoyed this one! Looking forward to the next in the series. Thank you for sharing your work on TH-cam.
Another wonderful novel. Thanks for sharing it as an audio book.
Great, something good to listen to. Thank you ❤️
Really enjoyed this one, very much worth listening to. Thank you so much.
Glad you enjoyed it! You are certainly very welcome.
@ Sally Britton, I enjoyed this story! I felt their relationship develop. Can't wait to hear what is next!
I just finished writing Simon's story - it takes place at Christmas time! It's on the way to the editor and will next go to the narrator. It won't be ready until January. :-( But I'll be posting a few other audiobooks I already have ready. ;-)
@@AuthorSallyBritton Thank U!!!!!
What a sweet and beautifully crafted novel. Thank you for all your hard work and imagination . 😊
My pleasure 😊
Thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful story! Than you Sally Britton❤️
You are very welcome. Thank you for listening. :-) The Duke and Duchess's story will be up soon!
I was very excited when I saw the notification for this 😀.
You absolutely achieved your goal of keeping the story light hearted with this book full of feels like a warm and cozy blanket. While I loved Andrew’s character and understood how his feelings grew for Josie, with him slowly realizing the depth of his feelings for her, I felt the perspective of Josie was slightly underdeveloped. I could not see how and why she developed the feelings for Andrew the way she did. Regardless, a beautiful story as always. Looking forward to the next one.
I kind of got the feeling it wasn't finished. Like maybe a deadline came up and the rest was rushed. I felt like it ended before it really began. It's so hard to explain. I wanted Simon to be a better guy, nicer, a great friend, instead it seemed he barely tolerated Andrew despite what is told to us. The parts of the relationship we are experiencing makes me dread the Simon book. I am sure it will be better than I am thinking, I hope so. I also expected more of Josie, like it was going someplace and just drops off.
It was finished. There wasn't a deadline. But not all books or characters are for all people. Thanks for sharing your view.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. :-)
Thank you for this story. This series has been quite perfect in my opinion. The sweet and stress free stories are the perfect escape from life's problems, and do wonders for my anxiety. I wish there were 100 books in this series 🤣 I'm wondering if the new series you speak of will be in the same style as this one, or if it will be different. Either way, I'm looking forward to it. Once again, thank you very much for all the work you've put into this story. It was so lovely, I don't have the words to express how much I loved it ❤️💖❤💕💗
This series will have several more books, for certain, and the York series will likely be similar. Low-angst and full of hope. I enjoy writing them. They're not action packed, they're mostly drama free, and that's as soothing to me as an author as it is for readers! They're meant to be an escape. To make readers relax and smile and know everything is going to be okay. :-)
@Sally Britton thanks for replying!! I'm so glad to know the series has more books in the future 🤩 and that the York one will be also low angst 🥰 your wish has come true for me, this series has put only smiles on my face, and helped me relax. Know that your work is literally making people's lives better
Jessica Elisa Boyd is an excellent narrator - thank you. Made the book even more enjoyable. thank you for uploading this
Thank you! I feel very lucky to work with her. 🥰
Oh, how I enjoyed this book! I think this one was the best in the series. The banter between the characters brought so many memories... I loved it very much! 💥💜💙💚💛🧡
Andrew and Josie were SO fun to write! I'm glad you loved them!
Thank you from Zambia. 🇿🇲💫
Thank you for commenting. :-) I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Love your books and narrated beautifully!
Thank you so much!
What a lovely story. Loving it❤️❤️❤️ waiting patiently to the next book 🙂
Thank you! 😊
Delighted the next book
Truly addictive writing!
So so enjoyable Thank You
Another fabulous story. I love this couple too😍 Hope there are many more volumes😊
I've already started work on the next one, AND the Duke and Duchess's novella story will be up soon.
Absolutely loving this series
Excellent as always!!!
Yay! Glad you enjoyed it. ❤️
I enjoy this story very much! ❤❤❤
Thank you! 😊
Thank you ❤
Loved this series ❤️ Thank you so much 💗 Looking forward to the next book xXx
Thank you! I hope the next one will be out end of December/early January. For this series.
I enjoyed this sweet story very much. Characters actually developed.
I'm working y2k way through this series, but this one was my fa route so far.
Bickering to in love is one of my favorite Regency tropes. Plus, the political unrest in London made for an enrichment to the background of the novel. Really a wonderful story!
Onto the next book!
I love it when a couple can bicker/tease/exchange sass-for-sass, as my grandmother would say. ;-)
I was just thinking Sally, that if you lived in regency times your manuscripts would have been rejected because the heroines are, almost all, pushing the boundaries of convention. Glad you live in these times so we can enjoy your novels...
What's interesting is that most of the things they do are directly inspired by women of the time period. :-)
@@AuthorSallyBritton yes, it seems a society of extremes. Women leading, albeit from behind, and women shunned for achievements as certain fields were out of bounds. I'm reminded of Georgette Heyer's Sylvester, where Phoebe was shunned by society for publishing a novel, and could only be righted if the duke married her.. but such are the ways of society. Change takes time.
I really enjoyed this love story, the characters are really enjoyable❤️
I love Andrew, he is my favorite of your characters.
Great story!! 🌹
Maybe a book or two on a couple servants AND a couple of the guards
Servants aren’t my jam. Because I’m too aware of the historical accuracy I’d have to give up to still tell an escapist/romantic story. There are other authors out there who do this beautifully already. ❤️
Lovely story enjoyed it
"calling you an imbecile suits you!" I snorted out loud. lol
I did, too, when I wrote it. Ha.
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Love this series. When is book 4 released on this channel? Thank you so much for these!
The narrator is actually still recording it! I'm hoping it will be available shortly after New Year's Day.
@@AuthorSallyBritton Thank you so much!
Liked it A LOT!
As usual another hit
I need the next book please and thank you.
Just as soon as it's recorded. 🥰😉
@@AuthorSallyBritton Thank you for your hard work. I've enjoyed all your books i can find in audiobooks. I enjoy reading but find i don't have the time like I use to.. Audiobooks are my new best friend.
@@brendalasley541 I really understand this. I think seasons in life call for different types of reading. I went from primarily paperback, to primarily audio, and now I'm mostly ebooks! The next book in this series just released as an ebook and paperback. The narrator will start work on it next month. 🙂
@@AuthorSallyBritton I do Ebooks every now and then. When i travel i read more when i'm not the driver.
I could listen to 100 Regency romances written by Sally Briton and read by Jessica Elisa Boyd! Can we hope for a couple more in the not too distant future ? (I have listened to all the ones currently on TH-cam),
Yes! I'm trying to get more up soon. ❤️
@@AuthorSallyBritton Thank you!
I want to know more about the big dogs! 😃
Apollo and Athena will feature heavily in a future book. ;-)
Love this story, I cannot decide if this one or Simon is my favorite story they are very close. I do have a question about one of the characters. Hartwell’s brother Lynus does he have a speech impediment, or was there a problem with the narration? It’s very subtle, but I hear it. If it is impediment I find it to be endearing for his character.
He has a slight speech impediment! A stutter. He is my second character to have a stutter. The first is my hero, Erasmus, in A Haunting at Havenwood.
@@AuthorSallyBritton That is great!
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I enjoy the listening very much as well as I get a bit bored with the love plots being quite similar. I must skip ahead to continue listening.
Fair enough!
Is the first book in this series on TH-cam?
The first book is called "Mr. Gardiner and the Governess." But you should be able to enjoy them in any order.
In chapter 11 there's a small typo(?). Josephine asks her grandmother why "Sir Simon" would glower. Grandmother answers "Jealousy, of course". Other than that the narrator is wonderful.
Whoops. The little slip-ups are the worst! I can't tell you how many times both the physical book and this audiobook were proofed. There's always SOMETHING that makes it through. Thank you for enjoying it!
Haha just realised MY typo!! Corrected
Coming on! ..you make it sound like a head cold 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I want to know if you’ve written Simon’s story?
Yes, and it's on my channel! Lord Farleigh and Miss Frost!
Signs of being privileged young women she goes out on her own to do her book "research" regardless how it may affect anyone around her and what may people think of her family
Precisely. She's been very sheltered.
I finally put it together. "Cleaver" and Clairvoir, pronounced incorrectly. I love it when that happens.
Because of Belvoir Castle and its "Beaver" pronunciation. I absolutely loved learning about that. :-)
Yippee!
What is a snort? It's mentioned so much.
It's upsetting how much I actually used that term in this particular book! Goodness. But a snort is like a scoff. If a scoff is made with the mouth, a snort is made through the nose. It's a sudden exhale of breath that shows irritation, derision, or other feelings similar to disdain.
@@AuthorSallyBritton Thank you ☺️
Oh, that was a tougher one. I hated Andrew initially. Always standing too close and being so obnoxiously dominant and rude, following Josie around the house in the night and never, never EVER taking No for an answer. Josie is allowed to walk about the house on her own and should not have him cling to her like some kind of annoying limpet who will not leave her side! I truly loathed him! Things got better, though. Eventually ;) during the second half of the book. The picnic part was lovely.
"Some kind of annoying limpet..." made me laugh!
@@AuthorSallyBritton I am glad that made you laugh ;) Very much looking forward to the next book. I did like Josie's other suitor very much. Not to mention Yorkshire is one of my favourite places on earth!
i like it, it was simple and oh ok...
Simple and sweet. ;-)
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I love these books so much ......but I think the word solemnity was over used
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I suspect that Woods.Favorite shakespearian Is taming up the shrew LO.L
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Never known in any of the regency romances how the Duke made money .. oh right slaves in the Congo and Jamaican..
Not my dukes. But yes. Historically that’s true.
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I dunno..... This novel reminds me how far women's rights have come. The fact that Andrew won't let Josephine have a minute alone, or trust her, or is ready to tattle on her.... I find myself angry that he doesn't respect her.
Or perhaps this is the difference 200 years makes?
I like Josephine. I am rooting for her and her book.
I think that's less about women's rights and more about Andrew being a pill. Because I would gut any of my male heroes for being stupid like that. I just finished writing the 5th book and there is quite a bit in there with the duke and duchess being a power couple and explaining to the younger generation how to make it work.
@@AuthorSallyBritton now that I finished the novel, I liken Andrew as our modern equivalent to a person who might do stand-up. He seems ready with a set-up, punchline and waiting for the laughter to see if the joke lands. Perhaps he would be the class clown?
Something that I find interesting, is how well you write the young, inexperienced 20 something. I am far removed from this age and when I get frustrated with characters, I have to remind myself that they are young and inexperienced in life. Oh, and also not real. But that's a detail I often overlook! 😄
Ha! Yes, they're often young. Thankfully, I still have younger siblings in their twenties, and my children are mid-teens, so I am surrounded by youthful folly. Makes it easier to write it! Andrew reminds me a LOT of someone very close to me who is approaching his 40's. Some people never change...