Christmas in a Castle by Samantha Hastings
Historical Romance, Historical Fiction, Regency Romance, Christmas Novella
Rating: Five stars
This was just the read I needed to get out of my book slump! Samantha has written another adorably sweet read, and I absolutely recommend you add this novella to your to-be-read shelf!
Mary and Trevor have been engaged for nearly four years now, and are just waiting for Trevor to receive a position over a church. However, conflicts arise and attempt to keep them both apart. Cue the three young ladies Mary is a governess to: Lady Frederica, Lady Helen, and Lady Becca.
Determined to help their governess find joy in the holidays, they scheme to bring the two lovers together and provide Trevor with a living with a church of his own. Often to nearly disastrous results, yet also with humourous moments in between!
I loved how Mary was such a confident, comfortable woman in her role, and I certainly enjoyed seeing the special relationship she had with her three charges. When Trevor entered the scene, his bashful shyness was so sweet and adorable, that I smiled and giggled many times during his interactions with Mary. (And when he finally kissed her? *swoon* I may have scared the people in the dentist’s waiting room with my big, goofy smile!)
Perfect for those looking for a quick, holiday read full of sweetly clean romance, mischievous young matchmakers, and a gentle reminder that love is never earned.
*I received a complimentary copy from the author. All opinions expressed are my own.*
Miss Mary Perkins is governess to the strong-willed Stringham sisters while waiting for her beloved Mr. Trevor Wallace, a curate, to receive a living so that they can afford to marry. When he loses the promised position, her young charges decide to give their governess a husband for Christmas. The Stringham sisters write a fake letter from the duke inviting Trevor to stay at the castle, lock the pair in the dungeon, accidentally poison a chaplain, and cause a great deal of mayhem with mistletoe. Despite the girls’ well-meaning mistakes, will Mary and Trevor finally have the wedding of their dreams?
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About Samantha
Samantha Hastings has degrees from Brigham Young University, the University of Reading (Berkshire, England), and the University of North Texas. She met her husband in a turkey-sandwich line. They live in Salt Lake City, Utah, where she spends most of her time reading, eating popcorn, having tea parties, and chasing her kids. She writes cozy mysteries under Samantha Larsen.
Abbigail Raine B. Author 
Oooh, this sounds so sweet! And the cover is super cute!!
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