Product Details
- Title: Adoring Abigail (Regency Romance)
- Author: Chalon Linton
- Paperback: 208 pages
- Publisher: Covenant Communications, Inc. (February 3, 2020)
- Genre: Regency Romance
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1524411515
- ***I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own***
Book Summary
Captain Robert Wilkins has never aspired to grandeur. So when the returned war hero unexpectedly inherits the vast estate of Cattersley from his great-aunt, he feels woefully inadequate in his new role. Out of place in his lavish surroundings, his first glimmer of hope comes when he happens upon a lovely trespasser in his gardens.
Words have never come easily for Abigail Rutherford, and she prefers the solitude of exploring the gardens at the neighboring country estate to engaging in uncomfortable conversation. But when she unexpectedly encounters Captain Robert Wilkins in her place of solace, she is surprised at the immediate ease she feels in his presence. Soon her brightest moments are those spent with the captain. But even as their friendship grows into something more, outside forces have other plans for the two. Mr. Mead, the handsome vicar, has also taken a liking to the quiet and timid Abigail—and he will stop at nothing to ensure she becomes his wife.
My Review
From the very first pages, this book had me wrapped up in its story. I loved the main characters, Abigail and Captain Wilkins. They felt like real people that I would love to know. This Regency Romance was quite unique in that Abigail had a speech impediment that had ruled her life. Abigail's family treated her cruelly because of it assuming she was stupid. In 1818 they weren't as enlightened as we are now about knowing how to help someone like Abigail. My heart ached for this character to see how her mother, grandmother, and others were so cruel to her.
In comes Captain Robert Wilkins and his wonderful family that included his mother and sister, Hazel. They loved and protected Abigail from the start. I did feel frustrated at times that Abigail didn't let them know what was truly going on so they could have helped her sooner. The villain in this book is none other than a handsome vicar. He is written so well that I wished I could crawl into the pages of the book and smack him; strong feelings for sure but that's great writing on Chalon Linton's part.
This novel is sweet, amazing, and heartbreaking at times. The story is beautifully told by Abigail and Robert's viewpoints. I loved being able to see this story from each character's eyes. I enjoyed my experience viewing this world of a kind and gentle man who helped a shy, sweet lady finally find her worth. This novel receives 5 stars from me! Adoring Abigail is a novel that I will read again.
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Oh I can’t wait to read this book!! She is such a great author!
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