The Best Intentions (A Regency Romance)

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There are touching scenes as well, especially those in which Miles speaks his heart to his dead wife at her tomb in St.

Although misunderstandings and wrong conclusions are used repeatedly to move the story along, the characters show intelligence in asking the obvious questions and confronting one another, rather than flouncing off so they can stay deceived for the next chapter or two. Another refreshing aspect of this book is that there are no villains. Hern manages to maintain plenty of dramatic tension without malicious behavior from any of the characters, and while there must be a loser in any love triangle, the resolution of this one is good for all.

My quibbles were relatively minor. The first scene in which Miles was introduced left a rather negative impression of him which took several chapters for me to get over. To me, the first scene painted him as a picky, chauvinistic, silly man who had obsessive-compulsive tendencies. Also, the dialogue stuck me as a bit overdone at times, and not entirely natural.

The final Big Misunderstanding also seemed a bit thin, especially after the honesty that had already been displayed by Miles and Hannah.

The Best Intentions

None of these things are enough to spoil the magic entirely though, and The Best Intentions offers memorable personalities, lively and amusing scenes, and a satisfying ending for all. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Buy The Best Intentions: Mary Ann Lien Review Date: August 4, Publication Date: B- Sensuality Kisses Book Type: Regency Romance Review Tags: This was no pinch-faced, aging duenna.

Though clearly not in the first bloom of youth, she was strikingly pretty. This was a young and beautiful woman. Collecting himself before he began to gape like a schoolboy, Miles nodded in acknowledgment of her curtsey.

I hope you will enjoy your stay here. Her gray eyes drew him closer and twinkled with something that eradicated the initial impression of youth and innocence. Damn the man for putting such an idea in his head. The figure inside was busily gathering up what looked to be books and papers strewn about the floor at her feet. She looked up, but, still enveloped in shadows, Miles could not make out her features.

He only just managed to grab them in time before she let go, and the unexpected and unwieldy pile bobbled precariously in his hands for an instant before he was able to get a good grip. Miles lifted an eyebrow and a footman was instantly at his side, retrieving the books and patiently awaiting any other items that might precede the exit of the young lady.

In fact, only one more untidy stack of papers and notebooks was forthcoming, this one with a pen box and a small pair of compasses perched on top. The footman took them and stood aside. Once again, Miles reached out a hand, somewhat more tentatively this time. A small gloved hand took his. As he gently guided the young woman out of the carriage, he noticed dark smudges on the fingertips of her gloves. Despite his gentle efforts, the girl practically tumbled down the steps.

The Best Intentions (A Regency Romance)

One hand held onto a lopsided straw bonnet, attempting to straighten it as she descended. Her efforts were for naught. The bonnet listed slightly to the left and its bow of wide blue ribbon hung limply beneath her chin. Miles kept hold of her hand to steady her. She looked up at him with huge, guileless blue eyes. Miles was quite simply dumbstruck.

The girl standing before him could not be a day above sixteen. A mass of unruly brown curls spilled out from beneath the skewed bonnet. A sprinkling of freckles danced across a pert nose. But the small, heart-shaped face— very similar though slightly more rounded than that of her sister—was dominated by the enormous blue eyes that stared up at him, awaiting his response.

Good Lord, she was only a child.

What could Winifred be thinking, expecting him to pay court to this … this schoolgirl? He quickly composed himself and determined not to let his sister out of his sight before having a serious discussion with her. Hannah, my dear, meet my brother, Lord Strickland. What she did next almost knocked him off his pins. While looking him straight in the eye, a huge grin spread across her face, forming two deep dimples in her cheeks.

Then she glanced over to her sister, raised her brows, and cocked her head toward him. Book Extras Previous Cover: Behind the Scenes Candice always uses real houses, churches, etc.

Book Extras

Miles's brother fought with Wellington's troops in the Peninsula Wars. Foreign Editions Poland Germany.

Candice Hern has crafted a joyous, passionate tale full of life and laughter, one that readers will savor long after the cover is closed.

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