Happy Friday, book lovers, and welcome to First Line Friday hosted by Hoarding Books. One of my favourite historical romance authors released a new novella earlier this week! If you love historical romance and you haven’t tried Mimi Matthews yet, I strongly encourage you to do so. And her new novella, Fair as a Star is the perfect starting point. I adored it from beginning to end, and you can find out why in my review. In the meantime, I’ve shared the first line below.
About the Book
After a mysterious sojourn in Paris, Beryl Burnham has returned home to the village of Shepton Worthy ready to resume the life she left behind. Betrothed to the wealthy Sir Henry Rivenhall, she has no reason to be unhappy–or so people keep reminding her. But Beryl’s life isn’t as perfect as everyone believes.
A Longstanding Love…
As village curate, Mark Rivenhall is known for his compassionate understanding. When his older brother’s intended needs a shoulder to lean on, Mark’s more than willing to provide one. There’s no danger of losing his heart. He already lost that to Beryl a long time ago.
During an idyllic Victorian summer, friends and family gather in anticipation of Beryl and Sir Henry’s wedding. But in her darkest moment, it’s Mark who comes to Beryl’s aid. Can he help her without revealing his feelings–or betraying his brother?
First Line
I’d love it if you’d share the first line of whatever you’re currently reading in the comments. And don’t forget, you can find out what other bloggers are sharing for First Line Friday by going over to Hoarding Books blog and finding all the links. If you’ve got your own blog, why not join in and add your link over there. 🙂
This sounds like a good read! Have a wonderful weekend!!
Gonna have to read some Mimi!
Set The Stars Alight by Amanda Dykes
Candlewick Commons London, England. 2000
To step inside the watchmaker’s cottage was to step outside of time.
Happy Friday!
Today on my blog I’m sharing the first line from Love and a Little White Lie by Tammy L. Gray: https://christianfictiongirl.blog/2020/07/17/first-line-friday-144/. It’s a really fun read. I’m currently on chapter 12, so I’ll share from there.
“By the time Saturday rolls around, I’m convinced that Father Time has a master’s degree in torture.”
I hope you have a wonderful weekend filled with relaxing reading time. 😀❤📚
Happy Friday!!
Over on my blog my first line is from A Bride’s Journey to Colorado Territory by Diana Lesire Brandmeyer.
“I said you need to stay away from him, Sister”
https://www.musingsofasassybookishmama.com/2020/07/first-line-fridays-brides-journey-to.html
Have an amazing weekend!
Sounds like a great read. My current read is Practically Married by Karin Beery. I’m just starting the second chapter, so I will share the first line of that chapter. “The sharp edge of reality sliced through Russ’ heart.” May you have a blessed week.