Oh this was wonderful, it was a great bit of escapism. A real regency romance romp and lots of laugh out loud interactions between the characters and moments where I swooned! I wasn't keen on the switching of perspectives to the male lead character. Although this was mostly uplifting, there were some heavy topics covered and some hard to read scenes that packed a gut punch.

Loved this book, Read in one sitting because I couldn't put it down.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for allowing me to read this in exchange for an honest review..

I've had a reading block for literal months and I needed something that would be light, romantic, fun and easy to read so I picked this up from my overflowing TBR book cart.

It very nearly ticked all those boxes. The only thing it didn't live up to was being light, which is actually not a disappointment at all! The weight on Kitty's shoulders of having to secure her sisters' future was heavvvvyyyy. My poor heart ached for her.

I loved the slow build of the wittiness between Kitty and Radcliffe. It wasn't insta-love, thank goodness. It was even better than enemies to lovers. It was like a slow, but still quite witty ascent into love.

A lovely regency romance to spend a few hours with on a sunny Saturday afternoon.

As a new fan of Regency romances thanks to Netflix’s Bridgerton, I was excited to dive into A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting. Sophie Irwin’s debut is a charming and entertaining read, with plenty of wit and intrigue to keep the pages turning. While the story didn’t always hit the high notes I was hoping for, it’s a solid first novel, and I’m looking forward to seeing what Irwin writes next.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC.

Quick likeable read. It’s the type of book you would grab as a holiday read

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK for the complimentary copy of A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting by Sophie Irwin

Kitty Talbot and her siblings are a few short months away from being homeless. This means that Kitty needs to find a fortune to save her family home and ensure her siblings are secure. Fortunes are not easily come by in a time when women of good character don't usually work, which means that Kitty is set on finding a husband with a fortune.

In her quest to find her fortune (and husband), Kitty and Lord Radcliffe become unwitting allies. Lord Radcliffe doesn't want to be introduced to all the available young ladies, and Kitty needs an inside man to help her esteem herself in society.

In their journey, they realise that the person they are meant to be with is each other, and it is even better as there are no secrets between them.

A lovely read, with a romantic twist.

A change for me now with historical romance, Kitty needs a fortune or a husband with money, so she throws everything she has into finding one to save herself and her sisters except she has a nemesis in Lord Radcliffe who will stop at nothing to stop her .. Its light and frothy and the perfect book for an afternoon adventure

A fun, humorous debut regency era romance which is right up my alley.

Kitty needs to save her family from ruin by finding a rich husband, so she has to throw herself into the London Season. Enter Lord Radcliffe.

A quick read with good banter and the good old regency vibes we all know and love.

Highly recommend!

I enjoyed this much more on a second read. The first time it didn't hit the spot - maybe I was too much in Georgette Heyer world to appreciate the Bridgerton.

I love being given the opportunity to update our school library which is a unique space for both senior students and staff to access high quality literature. This is definitely a must-buy. It kept me absolutely gripped from cover to cover and is exactly the kind of read that just flies off the shelves. It has exactly the right combination of credible characters and a compelling plot thatI just could not put down. This is a great read that I couldn't stop thinking about and it made for a hugely satisfying read. I'm definitely going to order a copy and think it will immediately become a popular addition to our fiction shelves. 10/10 would absolutely recommend.

A stunning debut full of wit, charm and plenty of swoon - it’s an addictively good historical fiction read that’s Bridgertonesque!

Irwin takes the reader on a delightful promenade around social status and matters of the heart as Kitty is launched into London high society. There’s dazzling balls aplenty and sparkling chemistry as she navigates this new territory. The skilful writing evokes the period wonderfully.

I adored Kitty and James. Kitty has much pressure on her shoulders in the wake of her parents’ passing. She is responsible for her four younger sisters and their situation is looking quite desperate with bleak prospects. Kitty will stop at nothing to provide a better future for her family and plans to secure a wealthy husband to assist. Aunt Dorothy takes them under her wing for an introduction to London Socierty and I loved how the story unfolded.

Lord James Radcliffe has his own demons he’s fighting and he wants to look out for his brother. James and Kitty made the perfect sparring partners; I thoroughly enjoyed their repartee, trying to trip the other up as they battle with words and challenge each other. They strike up a shaky alliance and it was a wonderful read seeing how that develops.

A highly enjoyable regency read that kept me eagerly turning the pages. It’s wonderfully written with an addictive plot and superb characters you become invested in. I’d recommend!

Loved this! Super easy read, amusing and a cute love story! Thought the characters were really well written and loved the banter between Kitty & Lord Radcliffe.

A wonderfully fun, light-hearted and cosy romp in Regency London. I loved the heroine and was invested from page one. Would recommend to fans of Jane Austen, Julia Quin and Georgette Heyer.

‘Any time I leave you alone for more than five minutes, you are in the midst of another unwise scheme.’

Well this book is just an utter delight. Fast paced, cheeky, a little tongue in cheek at times, oozing Bridgerton- style wit and verve, it was a irrestistable read!

‘I am not so different from these other ladies..they are lot better than me..I cannot help but want to reach for it.’

Kitty Talbot is sassy, channelling Eliza Bennet to the max, with Lord Radcliffe a cool mix of Darcy and The Duke. They had fabulous chemistry, I knew what was coming but it was so deliciously done and a joy to read!

‘We ought all to try to be a little kinder….I’m sure you could begin now, if you so wished.’

With the plot twisting backwards and forwards, I smiled with gentility at their witty parries, I gasped at the set downs, I laughed with glee at the sheer fun of it all, it really is pure Austentacious joy!

I’m so glad there is another book very soon upon us and annoyed with myself that this sat on my shelf for so long!

I loved this and will definitely be checking out Sophie Irwin's other books. It really fills a gap between Jane Austen and Bridgerton, with the exact right semi-historical tone combined with a modern-feeling love story that fits perfectly in the setting and the time period.

I really enjoyed this cute story!
It was engaging, amusing & perfect for the romantics!
I would happily read other books by this author.

My review:⭐⭐⭐⭐

This is a charming story, with some a plucky young woman willing to do whatever she needs to do in order to save her younger sisters, and father, from the bailiffs who are due in 12 weeks.  Kitty needs to find a rich husband quickly, and then convince him to save her family.

Set in 1818, this is a glorious romp, with a strong female characters, and a story that was great! I really enjoyed it, and I'm looking forward to the sequel!

I was given this book in exchange for an unbiased review, so my thanks to NetGalley and to  HarperCollins.

📚 Book Review: A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting by Sophie Irwin

I thoroughly enjoyed reading A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting, a charming and witty Regency-era romance. The protagonist, Kitty Talbot, is a strong and determined woman who refuses to let societal norms hold her back in her pursuit of financial security for herself and her family. The story is filled with clever schemes, unexpected twists, and a delightful romance that kept me hooked until the very end.

Irwin's writing is engaging and transports the reader to the glittering ballrooms and bustling streets of 19th century London. The characters are well-developed and have distinct personalities that make them feel like real people rather than mere caricatures.

Overall, I highly recommend A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting to anyone who enjoys historical romance novels. It is a delightful and entertaining read that will leave you feeling satisfied and charmed.

I am left feeling ambivalent about this book. There was a lot to like but something just didn't click for me.

What a fabulous, fun read! I could not put this down. It was just as I expected but so much better. Think Pride and Prejudice meets Bridgerton - what a delightful combination,

The ending of this book is fairly predictable, but the journey to it is so entertaining. I really enjoyed getting to know characters and it is impossible not to be rooting for Kitty all the way. She is far from passive and lives on her wits. Where I think this book is unique is the situation that Kitty and Lord Radcliffe find themselves in - it is mutually beneficial and I roared with laughter at times. There are so many surprises along the way; readers may be able to predict the outcome but not the acts and meddling of family and friends along the way.

Please can this be made into a TV series? It would work so well! I will definitely be reading the follow up titles to this - whatever next?!