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Allerdale: Confirmed Bachelors Book 1 Paperback – Large Print, January 16, 2021
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After her diplomat father dies, Eleanor Edgcott returns to England heartbroken. When her mourning period is over, her cousin, Lord Haverham, brings her to Town for the season. She finds herself interested in everything and everyone about her. Between trying to plan her future, keeping Diana, Lady Haverham from the clutches of a rake, and trying to help a lovelorn couple, she finds herself with very little time for reflection.
She is drawn to Lord Allerdale but soon realises that he is the last person to meet the list of requirements she has drawn up for a husband. Circumstances draw them together, however, and just when they discover that they share a very special connection, an event occurs that threatens to ruin any chance of happiness they may have.
- Print length416 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJanuary 16, 2021
- Dimensions6.14 x 1.04 x 9.21 inches
- ISBN-13979-8595868228
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- ASIN : B08T6242FM
- Publisher : Independently published (January 16, 2021)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 416 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8595868228
- Item Weight : 1.61 pounds
- Dimensions : 6.14 x 1.04 x 9.21 inches
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About the author

I live by the sea in Plymouth, England, with my partner Dave. I like reading, sailing, and exploring in our camper van. I love getting up early to watch the sunrise in summer, and long quiet evenings by the wood burner in our cabin on the cliffs in Cornwall in winter.
I write traditional Regency romance novels that respect the mores of the era. I like to think my characters, though flawed, are likeable, strong, and true to the period.
Find out more about me, join my mailing list, or just see what I am up to, at www.jennyhambly.com.
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Customers enjoyed the story and found it engaging with an intriguing plot and action. They found the book enjoyable, with well-developed characters and a fierce female protagonist. The writing quality was described as great and clean, with witty dialogue. Overall, customers found the book to be an entertaining read with humor and romance.
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Customers enjoy the engaging plot with its intriguing characters and fast-paced action. They find the romance believable and appealing, and the story keeps them hooked from start to finish.
"This was such an action packed story. The characters were so well defined. The romance developed slowly but ended well. The ending wasn't expected." Read more
"...This is an author I have not encountered before, but the story was well- conceived and the characters well-formed and entertaining...." Read more
"...I liked both Eleanor and Miles, finding their romance believable and appealing. This is a lovely traditional Regency...." Read more
"...It was historically accurate and the romance didn’t devolve into the crass, slimy, 21st century sex template found in so many unbelievable regency..." Read more
Customers enjoy the characters' development. They find the characters familiar yet different. The female protagonist is fierce and likable, with a mischievous personality. The author develops a strong, layered heroine.
"This was such an action packed story. The characters were so well defined. The romance developed slowly but ended well. The ending wasn't expected." Read more
"...encountered before, but the story was well- conceived and the characters well-formed and entertaining...." Read more
"...The writing style is elegant, with excellent dialog and character development...." Read more
"I loved this book! The main characters were so likable, especially the heroine, Eleanor...." Read more
Customers enjoy the book. They find it well-written with a refreshing plot and good characters. The book keeps them hooked with its entertaining mix of humor and historical elements. Readers appreciate reading historical novels, especially those set in the Regency period.
"...the story was well- conceived and the characters well-formed and entertaining...." Read more
"I thoroughly enjoyed Allerdale. The writing style is elegant, with excellent dialog and character development...." Read more
"...Full of wise men and women mixed with dry humor and very entertaining. I loved the justice and recompense she brought to the heroine and hero...." Read more
"...and likeable and the story weaves through many twists, keeping the reader engrossed and sometimes surprised. A mystery and a sweet love story." Read more
Customers enjoy the writing quality of the book. They find the story engaging, with witty dialogue that evokes 19th century speech. The characters are described as intelligent and independent. Overall, readers describe the book as a quick, clean read with no sex or language.
"I thoroughly enjoyed Allerdale. The writing style is elegant, with excellent dialog and character development...." Read more
"...I loved it. The plot was wickedly different. Full of wise men and women mixed with dry humor and very entertaining...." Read more
"Jenny Hambly is an excellent writer and gives us a really good story in this book...." Read more
"...The dialogue is quite good, approaching authentic 19th century speech. And Allerdale is very likable, and sort of alpha male at times. Clean romance." Read more
Customers enjoy the humor and romance in the book.
"...All the supporting characters were adorably entertaining, I loved the humor of this author. Kudos to her!" Read more
"This was a quick read, funny at times, with no sex or language to keep anyone from reading it...." Read more
"...since they are written well, are time appropriate and have humor as well as romance. Have read all so hope she will write more soon." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2024This was such an action packed story. The characters were so well defined. The romance developed slowly but ended well. The ending wasn't expected.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2022I love reading historical novels, especially those of the Regency period. This is an author I have not encountered before, but the story was well- conceived and the characters well-formed and entertaining. I wish I had read any of her earlier books including these characters, though, as I felt I had arrived in the middle of the play. I will definitely look for more of her novels.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2021I thoroughly enjoyed Allerdale. The writing style is elegant, with excellent dialog and character development. I liked both Eleanor and Miles, finding their romance believable and appealing. This is a lovely traditional Regency. While this seems to be the first book in a new series, I think some of the characters may have stories of their own that I can enjoy! I'm eager to read more of this author's work.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2022I loved this book! The main characters were so likable, especially the heroine, Eleanor. She was strong, independent and fiercely protective of her family and friends. I especially loved how the story operated within the mores of the times. It was historically accurate and the romance didn’t devolve into the crass, slimy, 21st century sex template found in so many unbelievable regency romances. The female protagonist in this story had a brain for once.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2022My first experience with this author. I enjoyed it. The romance kind of went from friendship to proposal at an alarming rate. There were also A Lot of side characters. I had a hard time remembering who we were talking about sometimes. I would read more by her.
Content: clean, a couple of kisses.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2021I have really enjoyed several of this author’s books, but this one missed the mark. The author spent a full third of the book before even introducing the two main characters to each other. The book was half way through before their first conversation. Seriously? Too much time was spent on side characters. It was like a revolving door—every chapter brought the introduction to new characters and different side stories with rambling sub-plots. The main characters hardly had any involvement with each other until the final few chapters of the book. While the character development was good for a book with so many characters, it was done at the expense of interactions between the hero and heroine. On top of that, the author would like me to believe that the main characters have fallen deeply in love, yet hardly ever had any conversations with each other. Really? If I had read this book first, I probably would never have read any of the author’s other works. This book was a real disappointment, especially since most of her other works are terrific. Sorry this book was all plot and very little romance.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2021This my first book from this author. I loved it. The plot was wickedly different. Full of wise men and women mixed with dry humor and very entertaining. I loved the justice and recompense she brought to the heroine and hero. All the supporting characters were adorably entertaining, I loved the humor of this author. Kudos to her!
- Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2021Jenny Hambly is an excellent writer and gives us a really good story in this book. The characters are well formed and likeable and the story weaves through many twists, keeping the reader engrossed and sometimes surprised. A mystery and a sweet love story.
Top reviews from other countries
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 16, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant writing - slow plot
The writing in this book is undeniably brilliant and overall, it was an enjoyable read. However, I found myself growing a bit weary of Ash's character/ghost, and even Leo's constant infatuation from the beginning felt too predictable. Georgiana was always going to be a tough act to follow—she was daring and captivating, making her an interesting lead. Isabel, on the other hand, had potential but ended up feeling a bit bland. Her love for Leo also seemed to lack a strong foundation, which made their relationship less compelling.
- Monique HarpigniesReviewed in Italy on February 19, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars A rare treat from start to finish
How can predictable characters, typical attitudes and situations, and time-honoured twists add up to a perfectly delightful ramble in sparkling company, at the right pace and for the ideal amount of time? This author has managed the magic.
- CarolynReviewed in Australia on June 10, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Allerdale - a Must Read!
I'm nearly at the end of this and off to read book 2 soon. Just thought I would give a review because I am really enjoying it. It is romance with a touch of action and intrigue, so if that is what you would like to read, Go For It!
- A fan of L.HeathReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 17, 2021
4.0 out of 5 stars A light romance
Easy read full of description and humor. Well worth a read.
- Kastu puruReviewed in Australia on September 4, 2022
4.0 out of 5 stars interesting
Better than expected though it was not quite authentic - it kept me reading till the end .
Actually I would like to read some more of her books