It's an engaging historical romance focusing on two individuals whose background fell outside Tonnish society. Emily has endured poverty and loneliness in her young life. Finding her father has been the focus of her existence until she meets Andrew in a serendipitous encounter. Andrew, now an Earl, also lived through hardship before he inherited it. He feels empathy for Emily, and the attraction between them is tangible. Emily and Andrew's relationship leads to a fairytale marriage, but Emily's need to find her father threatens everything. I like the characters, the focus on the poorer aspects of nineteenth-century life, and the believable emotional romance.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

A marriage to shock society is an enjoyable historical romance book. Andrew is a kind man and I liked him as a character. Emily had her good points but was also frustratingly naive and more than a little irritating at times concerning the hunt for her father. I did like the use of characters who aren’t both from privilege and this gave the story something a little bit different to the norm.

My only real negative is that it’s a bit forgettable. I’m writing my review 24 hours after reading and struggle to remember much of how I felt.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc copy in exchange for an honest review.

A marriage to shock society is a historical romance novel by Joanna Johnson.
I really enjoyed this novel. The pace was just right. I enjoyed the story and liked the characters. I binge read it in a day. Plus there was just enough spice 🌶️. I think other romance readers will like it.
❤️ Thank you to Mills and Boon, netgalley and the author for my copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

A very lovely love story. The poverty and cruelty that Emily is faced with is well described, complete with frayed cuffs, mended clothing tears and cold words from those who have more power. Andrew is an excellent Earl, kind and gentle and supportive of Emily. There are bumps and difficulties as the wedding progresses and the mariage is real. The book is well told and the plot strong enough to add to the romance.