It is described as a "perfect treat" between denser reads.
The story follows , a young woman who finds herself the target of the unwanted and persistent attention of the pompous Lord Strapshire . Desperate to escape his advances and the pressure from her social-climbing mother, Bianca devises a plan to ask an old acquaintance, Mathew Hensley , to pretend to court her.
The "crazy situations" Bianca and Mathew find themselves in add a layer of comedy to the romantic tension.
Readers often highlight the relatability of Bianca’s desperation and the endearing, supportive nature of Mathew.
Unlike many London-centric Regency novels, this story is set in the Irish town of Brookeborough , offering a fresh backdrop for the genre's typical etiquette and social maneuvering. Blog Review Highlights
True to the "Proper Romance" label, the relationship is focused on emotional connection and witty dialogue rather than explicit content.
