It’s no secret that I love all things Regency and Jane Austen! Ms. Miller writes stories that are Austen-esque with fabulous faith content and her own original twist. So obviously I was ecstatic to be able to read and review Miss Serena’s Secret, her newest book in the Regency Brides: A Promise of Hope series!
Ms. Miller writes an engaging story true to the Regency time period. Regency lovers will appreciate all of the historical detail included throughout the story. Even though the book is part of a series, it can easily be read as a standalone. It is fun to see characters from previous books make appearances in Miss Serena’s Secret. I love how Ms. Miller even includes a family tree.
Let me just take a moment to appreciate Ms. Miller’s descriptions of the scenery. Wow!!! It felt like I was watching a movie as I could envision the beautiful English countryside so well. I need to go visit England now! My Austen loving heart was excited to see many nods to Sense and Sensibility and Pride and Prejudice.
Miss Serena’s Secret is a book readers will love because of how the main characters are very flawed and broken in the beginning, making them relatable and accessible. The characters learn about faith and living it out in one’s everyday life. They pray, look to Scripture for comfort, and let their belief determine their actions.
Miss Serena’s Secret is a lovely tale of healing, redemption, forgiveness and faith! Regency and romance readers won’t want to miss Carolyn Miller’s newest book!
Content: I give this book a PG-13 rating because of the issues the main character deals with (being assaulted). Nothing is described in detail and it is written very tastefully, but it is a sensitive topic nonetheless. Some examples of the content are: a teacher gives unwanted attention to a student and looks down her neckline; mention of gambling; a character drinks wine; a little innuendo about a married couple but nothing overt; reference to a woman’s period; mention of a woman being assaulted; a man notices a woman’s figure, a character has episodes that could be PTSD related.
Rating: I give this book 5 stars!
Genre: Christian fiction; Regency; Romance; Historical
I want to thank Carolyn Miller, Kregal Publications and NetGalley for the complimentary copy of this book for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I express in this review are my own. This is in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s CFR 16, Part 255.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Carolyn Miller lives in New South Wales, Australia, with her husband and four children. A longtime lover of Regency romance, Carolyn's previous novels have won several contests, including the 2014 RWA "Touched by Love" and 2014 ACFW Gensis contests. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and My Book Therapy. To visit the author's website click here
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Hi Meagan. This sounds like an interesting read. I am reading Sense and Sensibility as you know, and your reference to the descriptions sounds enticing. I'm a little unsure about the PG13 issues you referenced, but I have put the books in my "want to read" as well as now following the author on GoodReads per your recommendations.
ReplyDeleteAmazon recently shared a couple of books it thought I would like by someone I have never read, but looks interesting as well. I was curious if you had read Regina Scott (Fortune's Brides series)?
Thanks for sharing.
Have a blessed day. ~Heather
Hi Heather! Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting. For some reason I didn't get an email saying you commented, so I just saw it. Yes, it's a great read. Hmm, I guess it depends how sensitive you are to those subjects. She handles the issue of the assault really well though. No, I haven't read any of Regina's books. Thanks for your comment! I hope you have a blessed day as well!
DeleteThanks so much Megan for your kind words - I’m so glad you enjoyed Miss Serena’s Secret!
ReplyDeleteIt's my pleasure! I truly loved it!!
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