Quarter Finalist

Assessment:

Plot/Idea: Witty, humorous, and compulsively readable, this delightful romp through rumors and romance is masterfully plotted by Archer as the story’s dramatic irony builds between the League of Meddling Butler's meetings and the ramifications throughout high society London. Readers will be eager to see what the League of Meddling Butlers cook up next.

Prose: Regency fans will delight at Archer’s witty dialogue, sense of humor, and colorful characters– along with the lush, romantic descriptions that bring the world to life.

Originality: The typical regency romance gets a humorous makeover through the League of Meddling Butler’s constant interference as well as unique twists on the typical society events– such as a parody poetry reading and a rudderless regatta race.

Character/Execution: Headstrong and fiery Lady Jemina Forney will appeal to all Austen lovers as a slightly anachronistic heroine who knows herself to the bitter end. Duke Jasper, meanwhile, confronts his own stern expectations and embraces Jemina for who she really is.

Blurb: Witty, humorous, and compulsively readable, this delightful romp through rumors and romance is masterfully plotted.

Date Submitted: August 05, 2024