The Governess Without Guilt

Katherine Grant

Jul 2022 · Katie Flanagan

About this ebook

2023 Finalist for the DWRI Romance Book Awards

One bored governess, one handsome doctor, and unlimited unchaperoned nighttime activities. What could possibly go wrong?

Sophia Preston wants adventure, excitement, and self-determination. She hired herself out as a governess to gain independence, and now she has it at Robin Abbey: every day, she gets to mind the Cosgrove children, eat the Cosgrove’s food, and live by Cosgrove’s rules. 

When John Anderson arrives as accoucheur ahead of Lady Widlake’s next baby, Sophia immediately sees the potential for excitement. Who wouldn’t want to seduce the handsome young doctor who is guaranteed to move on once Lady Widlake’s baby is born? 

John doesn’t mind flirting with the intriguing governess - as long as they aren’t caught. He has goals, and they don’t include ruining his reputation. Still, he must admit that Miss Preston is everything he ever wanted in a woman: smart, beautiful, unlike anyone else he has ever met…

When counterfeit bank notes surface in town, the authorities suspect someone at Robin Abbey is the criminal. Suddenly, both Sophia and John are put under the microscope. They have no choice but to band together to find the true culprit. The only question is: will they find true love, too?

Read this book if you love: governess romance, beta heroes, cinnamon roll heroes, strong heroines, strong female main characters, romances set in England, feminist romances, feminist historical romances, historical romances, doctor hero, bluestocking, non-titled heroes, regency romance hero has no title, working class historical romance, class differences historical romance, interracial romance, interracial regency romance, interracial historical romance, opposites attract, opposites attract historical romance, demisexual romance, steamy historical romance, historical romance with mystery, gothic historical romance, gothic regency romance, mystery regency romance, regency romance at a country house

Ratings and reviews

It was a charming story.Governess Sophia Preston and Dr.John Anderson were brought together by the Cosgrove family.They were attracted to each other but didn't want a scandal. Sophia took care of the children and John was brought for to care for her pregnant mistress.There is foul play with some counterfeit bank notes and someone is suspected of fraud .This is a book full of mystery and mayhem Come along for the ride

4 1/2 * STARS * This book is very different from any I've read in a while. Hold on to your ebook reader or a copy of the book. It's a bumpy ride. Sophia Preston, the governess to three of Lord and Lady Widlake's childten, comes on strong in her desires. John Anderson, the man-midwife or accoucheur, arrives to attend Lady Widlake in her current pregnancy. His mixed race doesn't matter to Sophia, what she sees is another man to seduce for a distraction of her boredom. John doesn't stand a chance against Sophie's pursuit. Before Lady Widlake's delivery, counterfeit bills show up in the village and are traced back to the Widlake Abbey. Accusations create choas. A mystery to be solved. I wasn't prepared for Sophia's very open independence at the beginning of the book. The non-cookie cutter ending is a nice surprise. Heat level 5 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout.

I love it when a book does not just entertain but also I learn something new. Accoucheur is not a term I have ever heard much less had a main character one. This tale is about a rather unhappy governess she likes the freedom from her family but not the job. There are some very interesting parts to this story. I will admit that Sophia was not my favorite of characters but she was true to her nature. I really liked John.

About the author

Katherine Grant writes Regency Romance novels for the modern reader. Her writing has been recognized by Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards, the Next Generation Indie Book Awards, and the National Indie Excellence Awards. If you love ballgowns, secret kisses, and social commentary, a book hangover is coming your way.

 

While studying creative writing at Northwestern University, Katherine worked as a developmental editor for several small presses before moving to New York. Her short stories have been featured in several literary magazines, and she was nominated for a Pushcart Prize in 2018. 

Her ideal day includes a cup of tea, a good book, and a board game with her patient husband. Find out more at www.katherinegrantromance.com