Set in 1818‚ A Lady’s Guide to Fortune Hunting is a modern and delightful take on the traditional Regency romance. The story follows Kitty Talbot‚ a strong-willed and determined young woman who finds herself in a precarious situation. With her father’s massive debts looming over her family‚ Kitty is faced with the daunting task of finding a husband with a fortune to save her loved ones from ruin.
The Plot
Kitty has only twelve weeks to achieve her goal‚ and she is willing to do whatever it takes to succeed. With her cunning and ingenuity‚ she sets out to conquer London’s high society and find a suitable rich husband. However‚ her plans are soon thwarted by Lord Radcliffe‚ who sees Kitty for the clever and sharp fortune hunter she is and is determined to stop her;
A Modern Take on a Classic Theme
A Lady’s Guide to Fortune Hunting is a fresh and entertaining spin on the traditional marriage plot. Sophie Irwin’s debut novel is a sharp and witty commentary on the social conventions of the time‚ with a strong and independent heroine at its center. Kitty’s boldness and determination make her a compelling and relatable character‚ and her journey is both hilarious and heartwarming.
Themes and Characters
The novel explores themes of love‚ class‚ and social status‚ raising important questions about the limited options available to women during this time period. Kitty’s character is a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of women in the face of adversity‚ and her relationships with the other characters are nuanced and multifaceted;
Reception and Reviews
A Lady’s Guide to Fortune Hunting has received widespread critical acclaim for its charming and humorous take on the Regency romance genre. Reviewers have praised the novel for its well-developed characters‚ engaging plot‚ and witty dialogue‚ with many noting that it is one of the most fun and romantic books they have read in a long time.
- Genre: Regency Romance‚ Historical Fiction
- Publication Date: 2022
- Series: A Lady’s Guide‚ Book 1
- A Lady’s Guide to Fortune Hunting (A Lady’s Guide‚ 1)
- A Lady’s Guide to Scandal (A Lady’s Guide‚ 2)
If you’re interested in reading more about Kitty Talbot’s adventures‚! be sure to check out the rest of the A Lady’s Guide series.