Prepare for a delightful Regency romp in the style of Georgette Heyer. The heroine, Jennifer is a heiress at 17 yrs old and pushed toward her suitor, George who was on the battlefield with her two brothers, made him promise to himself to marry her . But there are several problems with this because he waits a long time after their demise to come forward. She invents many reasons not to marry him and they actually do not meet at this point.
Thus she becomes a runaway bride, determined not to wed him and in a line of adventures, ends up a governess for her friend Lucy's cousin. Not very probable but it happens and what would be next? Of course the hero shows up but neither of them know who the other is and she ends up in London with his grandmother using a false name.
The story rolls on from there with a lot going on. Misunderstandings, some wanting Jennifer to be taken down a notch and many convenient happenings.
But as the tale comes to an end, all wraps up to make this an entertaining read I think you will enjoy it too! I read this book through NetGallery

A fun read. The re-issue of Jane Aiken Hodge titles will bring pleasure to many who have read her previously and the enticing and attractive jackets will entice new readers. Cosy romance, perfect for long winter days. Great
for fans of Stephanie Laurens & Mary Balogh . Thank you to Agora and Netgalley for providing me with this free ARC.

Runaway Bride by Jane Aiken Hodge is a wonderfully written peak back in time. I love the heroine’s strength and resilience. There are lots of twists and turns in the story that keep it interesting. The characters are delightfully unique while still fitting the necessary stereotypes. Highly recommended!!

I loved Jennifer. She refused to be bullied into marrying a stranger, so she ran. George is an honorable man, duty bound. Their story is lots of fun. Tons of secondary characters to keep track of!!!

An old-fashioned Regency romance (originally published in 1976 and now available as an ebook).

George Ferris feels honor-bound to marry the sister of his friends who died at Waterloo. The fact that she is an heiress doesn't hurt either. But for various reasons, he waits a year before he proposes, by letter. Jennifer Purchas, enraged at the disrespect, rejects his suit and flees her overbearing uncle. She ends up as a governess, under an assumed name. When her charges' older brother attempts to assault her, she flees again. The children's guardian leaves her in the care of his grandmother in London. With the formidable duchess as a sponsor, Jennifer finds herself in the thick of the London Season, beset by jealousy, backbiting, rakes, and other hazards. And the man she wants--the duchess's grandson, is betrothed to another.

A fun romp.