I haven't read any other books in the series, but I found this a bit dull. The couple had very little chemistry, and the heroine made such stupid choices. I didn't feel any real build-up or affection. It was a bit anticlimactic when they decided to get together

This was a great historical fiction romance. I love this style of book. It's always so interesting to hear about the ton and the different lifestyle back then. While this book is in a series, I feel you can read this without reading the other books. I have not read the rest of the series and knew what was going on through the entire book. The book kept my attention the entire time. I found several spots very funny while others were worrisome. The story is well written and keeps your attention through the entire book.

Verity is a country deans daughter having dreamed of a life full of adventure and not as a person of church's wife. She's spirited and smart and kind.

Lord Randolph, one of 6 sons of a duke, is a vicar, but has made the arch bishop mad and his career is in jeopardy.

Whats starts as instant dislike from Verity to Randolp morphs into something better through their love for music. They just gel together.

A low angst, clean book that was pleasant to read. The narration was on point which good character differentiations.

Lord Randolph seeks a suitable wife, but adventurous Verity has no interest in the rector of a sleepy country town. Yet their mutual love of music sparks an unexpected attraction. Will her father's objections stand in their way?

Randolph and Verity are likeable characters who are well suited to each other. Verity is smart and spirited, while Randolph is genuine and caring. Verity's gossipy friends add comic relief. The narration is well done.

Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.