Book Synopsis
An unexpected marriage. A forbidden kiss. A love worth fighting for.
London, England, 1823
Ian has vowed never to marry, steadfast in his resolve to shield himself from the heartache his father’s infidelity brought upon his mother. Instead, he dedicates his heart and soul to reforming criminal law with his Rebel group. A chance encounter in a country graveyard with the infuriatingly bold Miss Amie Tyler only solidifies his resolve to remain single. That is, until his life descends into chaos when rumors of his engagement—an engagement he had no part in or prior knowledge of—force him and the vexing Miss Tyler into a calculated marriage, a mutual scheme to protect Miss Tyler from her lecherous cousin and to save Ian from a political marriage he dreads.
Amie never imagined her unsophisticated life would lead to an entanglement with Lord Ian Reynolds. Living on her relatives’ charity, she is resigned to remaining a wallflower. But when her mother concocts a wild lie of her engagement to Lord Reynolds, she chooses to trust a gentleman she hardly knows with her future. Amie is thrust into a whirlwind marriage and is overwhelmed to find herself falling for Ian despite their agreement to maintain their own separate lives and goals.
As they navigate their charade, Ian’s political ambitions clash with his growing affection for Amie, and Amie’s courageous attempt to help Ian’s family heal threatens to unravel their bond. However, a forbidden kiss and unexpected acts of kindness kindle the spark between them that neither can ignore. In a desperate race against societal expectations, the two must decide whether a future together is worth breaking their earlier vows of independence.
Book Details
- Publisher : Shadow Mountain (May 6, 2025)
- Genre: Regency Romance
- Series: The Matchmaking Mamas Book #4
- Language : English
- Paperback : 304 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1639933980
****I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, NetGalley, book tours, and or authors. A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.****
My Review
I’ve loved every book in this series. The Rules of Matrimony is quickly becoming my favorite out of all four. The story’s situation makes it more interesting and adds a lot of humor.
Lord Ian Reynolds, who swore he’d never marry, and Miss Amie Tyler, penniless and her only suitor is a distasteful cousin, find each other unexpectedly. The charade they undergo is to marry and show they are in love, but will the deception fool others? More importantly, will concealing the truth bring them together as a true married couple? If one tremendous kiss at the wedding is any indication, then I knew they had a chance.
I really liked the characters. The ups and downs of Ian and Amie’s feelings felt honest. They both had hopes and dreams, but sometimes their actions got in the way. Falling in love slowly showed more of who they really were. I believe that a slow romance adds depth to both the story and the characters.
This book isn’t just about love. It’s about two people who let their guard down, support each other, and become better people. Anneka Walker wrote a timeless love story that will stay in readers' minds long after the last page. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
****Meet Author Anneka R. Walker****
Anneka R. Walker is a best-selling author of historical and contemporary romance. With humor and an abundance of heart, she crafts uplifting stories you won't soon forget. She is the winner of the Swoony Award, the LDSPMA Praiseworthy Award, and various chapter contests. Her books have received praise from Publishers Weekly, Historical Novel Society, Midwest Book Review, and Readers Favorite. She graduated from Brigham Young University-Idaho with a Bachelor's degree in English and history and hopes to never stop learning. She is a blessed wife, proud mother of five, lover of Jesus, connoisseur of chocolate, and believer in happy endings.
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