The gorgeous and spicy new romance from Emma Orchard, perfect for everyone waiting for their next Bridgerton fix!
June, 1817
Sir Dominic De Lacy – one of the season’s most eligible gentlemen – has recently proposed marriage… to a woman he scarcely knows. But his father’s choice for him, Miss Maria Nightingale, seems amiable, and at 29, Dominic cannot live the life of a bachelor forever. He hopes he can provide a happy future for her as they learn to care for each other.
Maria, however, has other ideas. Midway through their engagement celebrations, she confesses to Dominic that she is not Maria at all, but her identical twin sister, Margaret. Maria has disappeared, and Margaret’s been persuaded to take her place until she’s found – and for that she needs Dominic’s help. The pair quickly find they make a formidable team, but with just three weeks to avoid the biggest scandal of the season, time is against them.
But even if they find Maria, can they really hope the wedding will happen? Because, as they are starting to realise, chemistry can’t be arranged – and Sir Dominic might just be engaged to the wrong Miss Nightingale…
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Author Bio
Emma Orchard grew up in Salford and was given tickets to the grown-up library at the age of 11 because she’d read all the children’s books and the librarians were sick of the sight of her. She became obsessed with Georgette Heyer and hasn’t stopped reading her novels since. She studied English Literature at university and went on to work at Mills & Boon and behind the scenes in television and in publishing.
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Why Should You Read It?
Emma Orchard’s A Gentleman’s Offer delivers an intriguing premise filled with mistaken identities, societal expectations, and an arranged engagement that takes an unexpected turn. Sir Dominic De Lacy, a respectable and eligible bachelor, finds himself engaged to Miss Maria Nightingale—until she confesses that she’s actually her twin sister, Margaret. With Maria missing, Dominic and Margaret must work together to find her before the truth is exposed and a scandal erupts.
The novel shines in its playful, fast-paced moments, particularly as Dominic and Margaret navigate their reluctant partnership. Their dynamic is enjoyable, with sparks of wit and slow-burning attraction developing as they investigate Maria’s disappearance. The tension between duty and desire adds an interesting layer to the story.
However, the execution falls a bit flat in places. The chemistry between Dominic and Margaret, while present, doesn’t always feel fully realized, making their emotional connection less compelling than it could be. Additionally, some parts of the plot feel rushed, especially in the resolution, which ties things up too neatly after a rather drawn-out setup.
Despite these shortcomings, A Gentleman’s Offer is a pleasant Regency romance with an engaging premise and charming moments. While it doesn’t entirely stand out in the genre, it’s an enjoyable read for those who love mistaken identity tropes and slow-burn historical romances.
