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An Officer's Vow (Gentlemen Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Penny Hampson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 1,169 ratings
A runaway heiress. A battle-scarred officer. A desperate plan.


Major Nate Crawford’s future is bleak. Crippled and useless, he’s contemplating ending it all. Then fate throws him one last chance.


Sheltered heiress Lottie Benham is running away — the bravest thing she’s ever done. She needs to stay alive and hide.


When their paths collide, Nate comes up with a plan that should suit both of them. But his simple solution turns into a battle for survival when their journey becomes a deadly adventure — endangering their lives and their hearts.


Fast-paced adventure with plenty of pulse-racing action and romantic suspense, make this gripping historical romance a must-read for lovers of classic Regency fiction.
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    Gentlemen
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‘A gripping, fast-paced romance adventure’ Cathie Dunn bestselling author

'It’s clear that Hampson has not only done the research but is passionate about history' Dinipandareads

'Hampson is clearly on a first-name basis with the era. She conveys the setting details and the linguistic style of that century with ease.' Anna Legat -author

‘I want to thank Hampson for her insight and inclusiveness.’ Mybookishbliss

Penny Hampson

Writing History, Mystery, and Romance

Penny Hampson writes mysteries and because she has a passion for history you’ll find her stories also reflect that. A Gentleman’s Promise, a traditional Regency romance, was Penny’s debut novel and the first of her Gentlemen Series. Penny also enjoys writing contemporary mysteries with a hint of the paranormal, because where do ghosts come from but the past? The Unquiet Spirit, a spooky mystery/romance set in Cornwall, was a contender for the Joan Hessayon Award 2021.

  • A Gentleman's Promise (Regency Romance)
  • An Officer's Vow (Regency Romance)
  • A Bachelor's Pledge (Regency Romance)
  • An Adventurer's Contract (Regency Romance)

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'The meticulous attention to historical detail in this novel is truly admirable; Hampson clearly dedicated significant time to accurately portraying this era. Every aspect of the character’s appearance, behaviour, and interaction with their surroundings has been extensively studied and flawlessly brought to life. From start to finish, An Adventurer’s Contract by Penny Hampson is an electrifying tale that holds the reader’s attention throughout.' Yarde Reviews

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'Loved this book! Great writing, super character development. Reminded me a lot of Georgette Heyer's books.' Gina Burgess'A born storyteller, Hampson has given us a tale that is as rich in historical detailing as it is in adventure. Hampson has presented us with a story that is impossible to resist and even harder to put down.' The Coffee Pot Book Club

'The best way I can describe this book is as a delicious, well-written escape. The author does an amazing job of adding layers of mystery and interconnectedness-you don't know you're getting to know complex secondary characters, she just kind of crafts something dynamic and engaging that gets under your skin.' Smut Report

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07NY2PBFX
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ PP&M Publishing
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 20, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.1 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 337 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1916024502
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 2 of 4 ‏ : ‎ Gentlemen
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Penny Hampson writes mysteries and because she has a passion for history, her stories also reflect that. A Gentleman’s Promise, a Regency romance, was Penny’s debut novel and the first of her Gentlemen Series.

Penny also enjoys writing contemporary novels with a hint of the paranormal because where do ghosts come from but the past?

The Unquiet Spirit, a spooky mystery/romance set in Cornwall, the first of the Shades, Shadows, and Spectres Series, was a contender for the Joan Hessayon Award 2021.

Penny lives with her family in Oxfordshire, and when she is not writing, she enjoys reading, walking, and the odd gin and tonic (not all at the same time).

Penny posts about what she gets up to and interesting snippets of historical research on her blog: https://pennyhampson.co.uk/category/blog/

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Customers enjoy the story's adventures and find it a delightful read. They appreciate the well-developed characters, particularly the gutsy heroine, and the writing style. The book is true to the Regency period, and one customer notes its attention to historical detail.

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33 customers mention "Story quality"33 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story's adventures and intrigue, finding it a delightful read.

"It’s a good story and true to the Regency period, except for a lot of 21st century attitudes...." Read more

"I loved this book, filled with adventure and romance. I had read the first book in this series, and found this second book just as entertaining...." Read more

"This is a nice read with plenty of trials and tribulations on the road to happily ever after. Recommended for fans of the genre and the series." Read more

"Romance, Suspense, and Adventure..." Read more

12 customers mention "Character development"12 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the characters in the book, particularly noting the gutsy heroine and admirable hero, with one customer highlighting the development of Lottie's character.

"...Nate is a stalwart, admirable hero, although he seems somewhat acquiescent to both Lotte and the Duke when his own instincts seem the better path...." Read more

"4 1/2 stars. All of the characters were interesting, and they were more than what they seemed to be initially...." Read more

"...It has well-drawn characters one roots for and villains you are dying to see upended...." Read more

"...The romantic tension between the H and h was also well portrayed. The problem I had was with some of the "adventures" they went through...." Read more

7 customers mention "Surprise"5 positive2 negative

Customers enjoy the surprises in the book, with one mentioning its unexpected twists and turns.

"...There’s adventure, betrayal, unexpected turns, danger and triumph...." Read more

"This was an exciting story with unexpected twists and turns...." Read more

"...It gets bogged down around chapter 12, but even before that something is just not quite right...." Read more

"Entertaining and unpredictable An Officer’s Vow keeps you engaged throughout...." Read more

4 customers mention "Writing style"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book.

"...The story is interesting and well written but there are a few misused words and phrases. Overall a very good book." Read more

"I enjoyed the story. The characters, the writing, and the plot are all nicely done...." Read more

"I like the writing style and character development. I got immersed in the story...." Read more

"A little far fetched, but good writing..." Read more

3 customers mention "Historical accuracy"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the historical accuracy of the book, noting it is true to the Regency period.

"It’s a good story and true to the Regency period, except for a lot of 21st century attitudes...." Read more

"...of narrative, action and engaging dialogue and her attention to historical detail is admirable and presented with a deft hand...." Read more

"...Lots of brief historical moments." Read more

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  • Hiilda Etherton
    5.0 out of 5 stars First Love
    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2025
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    It is a beautiful story of mystery as well as love during a time of war. The encounter of Charlotte and Nate.
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  • Patti Mac
    4.0 out of 5 stars Clean, sweet REGENCY romance
    Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2024
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    Nate was feeling lost and considering suicide when his horse was startled by Lottie and dumped him on the ground. Lottie was running away from home and did not want to be noticed. His injured leg was keeping him from being able to get up so Lottie helped him get up . Little did either of them know that their lives would be forever altered by this event. The story is interesting and well written but there are a few misused words and phrases. Overall a very good book.
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  • Sharyn McQuaid
    5.0 out of 5 stars Some 21st century sensibilities projected onto 19th Century players
    Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2023
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    But the basic tenor of the period is maintained. Could have been a bit condensed--some overly repeated scenarios. Lotte's strength and independence seem surprising after having spent her first 24 years obedient to her father's will. Nate is a stalwart, admirable hero, although he seems somewhat acquiescent to both Lotte and the Duke when his own instincts seem the better path. All passions are restrained and deferred to another day or place.
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  • Karen Talley
    3.0 out of 5 stars Improbable but entertaining
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2022
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    This reminded me of the old silent movies where the intrepid heroine lurches from one improbable escape to the next. Mousy little Lottie Benham has been kept sheltered almost all her life by her father who uses her as an unpaid secretary. After his death, her reprehensible cousin inherits the estate and is enraged to find out that the fortune has been left to her. She overhears his dastardly plan for her and runs away...into the path of a horse ridden by a wounded ex-soldier. Together, the two of them have wild (and somewhat silly) adventures that were engineered by a supercilious Duke. Of course, the meek little mouse turns into a lion, wielding pokers and daggers and helps to save the day. Yeah, I read it and enjoyed most of it, but won't be reading any more of the series.
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  • Deb-57
    5.0 out of 5 stars A suspenseful romance.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2022
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    4 1/2 stars. All of the characters were interesting, and they were more than what they seemed to be initially. The plot was a roller coaster ride with its twists and turns. Nate and Lottie were well matched, but they both were so reluctant to admit their feelings that they had constant misunderstandings. It was satisfying when they managed to get married and begin a life together. Occasionally, I thought the book was dragging a bit, but looking back, I appreciate the detail. I’ll look forward to reading more stories from this author.
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  • Lucinda
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good story, true to the Regency period, except ….
    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2022
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    It’s a good story and true to the Regency period, except for a lot of 21st century attitudes. I hope that’s because the author thinks it’s necessary to pander to her readers, not through automatic contemporary usage, because the rest of her book is accurate.

    Specific examples:
    “If you have any respect for me, you will not try to persuade me otherwise.” Verbalizing the concept of respecting a female just doesn’t sound like something Jane Austen or Georgette Heyer would say.

    The hero “at last understood how it was for a female being assessed for her looks.” In the period, *everyone* assessed women for their looks – that, their status and their money were the basis of marriage. A more accurate statement might be, “He felt like a horse at Tattersalls, being assessed for his looks.”

    “It would have meant revealing their identify.” The singular “they” was in use during the Regency period – Jane Austen used it to mean “people in general” – but this is referring to a specific person.
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  • Claudia Oltean
    5.0 out of 5 stars An Adventurous Historical Romance
    Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2020
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    Penny Hampson has given us a delightful read with her “An Officer’s Vow.” It has well-drawn characters one roots for and villains you are dying to see upended. There’s adventure, betrayal, unexpected turns, danger and triumph. At the center of the story are two strong-wiled, well-matched lovers who keep getting in their own way. The author’s writing provides a balanced mix of narrative, action and engaging dialogue and her attention to historical detail is admirable and presented with a deft hand. I very much enjoyed this book set in the Regency period and recommend it to lovers of this genre.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A sweet historical romance with an exciting twist
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2022
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    I enjoyed the fact that this was an actual romance and didn't have any sex scenes in it. I also liked the excitement of the French spies causing trouble for the couple. It was wonderful to see a book with a woman who became stronger and more her own person as the story went on. I liked the fact that the male lead learned to let her make her own decisions and take charge at times.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars An adventure story mingled with danger & romance
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 25, 2022
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    A bit different to the normal stories of this era. It had adventure, romance, danger & a plot of French spies. The ladies in it were all spirited & all played a good part. Well worth a read.
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  • HM Holten
    4.0 out of 5 stars Regency Drama with a Plucky Heroine
    Reviewed in Germany on January 31, 2021
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    Lottie flees her obnoxious cousin. Nate Crawford is on his way home after being wounded in battle. Lottie is on the run, from an unwanted suitor. Nate believes that his life is at an end because of his crippling injury. They meet – and their tale begins.
    In this regency drama, Ms Hampson pulls all stops and throws in Lottie’s friend Harriet Spencer, French spies, a duke, his friend and secretary, the leader of a bawdy house, as well as various people serving the main characters as maids, innkeepers etc.
    An Officer’s Vow throws a different light on the regency period than the books by Jane Austen that concentrate on character development. Here the reader will find tumult and erotic entanglements, all presented in pleasant prose that is easily read. All in all, this escapist confection that is ripe with romance and imbroglios will delight lovers of Regency romance.
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  • Rosie
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sooo good
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 14, 2022
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    The story and the characters were interesting and intriguing and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Glad the manipulative people in Lottie’s life didn’t ruin the happy ending she deserved.
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  • Bev H.
    2.0 out of 5 stars Two and a Half Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on February 23, 2022
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    I was quite enjoying this regency romance up until 70% through the book, when the author goes off the rails with Lottie’s character. The h is supposed to be a sheltered, sequestered innocent, yet not only can she knee a man sufficiently to escape his presence but can also land a good enough punch to give another one a bloody nose. Things only get more preposterous as she forcefully asserts herself with the H so she can act as a spy for King and country. I agree with another reviewer that the book should have ended after the resolution of her kidnapping.
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  • Lyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 17, 2024
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    A rollercoaster of adventure, heartwarming episodes and excitement. Penny Hampton is an excellent storyteller, with well crafted characters and a satisfying end.
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