Charlotte is convinced that Hamilton Beckett, the widowed father of two, is the man for her. But when her childhood best friend walks back into her life to help her win over Mr. Beckett, she finds herself strangley conflicted. Will Charlotte ever find the Gentleman of Her Dreams?
I absolutely loved the characters in this introductory novella, Charlotte was lively and despite her antics, I found myself really liking her. Henry was the perfect compliment to Charlotte's impetuous nature, I adored him.
This novella was laced with a healthy dose of humor, and I just fell in love with Ms. Turano's lively writing style that kept me hooked, and not wanting to miss a single word. I just couldn't stop smiling while I was reading this story!
Overall, a completely charming prequel to Ms. Turano's A Change of Fortune, I loved meeting the characters that I look forward to seeing more of in the future in her novel. I guess the only thing I didn't like about this book was that it was too short and I didn't want it to end :) Filled with laughs and wit, I enjoyed every minute of Gentleman of Her Dreams!
I bought this book myself and reviewed it because I liked it!
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Review 2 for Gentleman of Her Dreams - eBook
Overall Rating:
5out of5
lovely read
Date:April 29, 2013
Anonymous
Location:Chattanooga, TN
Age:35-44
Gender:female
Quality:
5out of5
Value:
5out of5
Meets Expectations:
5out of5
It was a clean, funny, and enjoyable! I like books that have resolution and aren't so dark. It was light and left me feeling good.
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Review 3 for Gentleman of Her Dreams - eBook
Overall Rating:
3out of5
An easy read about an impetuous young lady.
Date:April 21, 2013
Annie
Location:Surrey BC
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Quality:
3out of5
Value:
3out of5
Meets Expectations:
4out of5
I love stories set in the 1800's. So this book provided that. It also provided some laughs about a very impetuous young lady, setting out on a quest that was somewhat presumtuous to say the least. Her misadventures lead her to realize that things are not always as they appear. A happy ending, feel-good kind of tale.
After reading A Change of Fortune, I discovered this little gem free online. It features some of the same characters, but they are not in the foreground. This 5 chapter novella showcases a wonderful lifetime friendship between Charlotte Wilson and Henry St. James. Charlotte is clumsy, inventive, and an extremely free spirit. She is determined to either find herself a husband or become a devoted spinster. Henry, on the other had has always loved Charlotte, and left New York to be rid of her and the pain her unreturned love caused him. He has been gone for 2 years, but her letters have led him to believe he may have a chance with her and he has returned just in time to get roped into her schemes to catch herself a husband. This novella is a nice afternoon diversion, and gives you a lovely taste of what is yet to come.
The author has shared with me, on her FB page, that this little novella was her editor’s idea after she had already finished books #1 as a way to introduce readers to her style, before the books were actually released. I like this idea, because she could include upcoming characters in this mini prequel.
She also informed me that this character, Charlotte, will make another appearance in Book #4. How fun to look forward to that! Also, as I was inquiring about Grayson from A Change of Fortune, he will be developed further in Book #3. YAY!!!
I downloaded this copy for free and I am so glad I did. 5 out of 5 stars April 14, 2013
If there's one thing I know for sure, when it comes to Christian Fiction, there is so much talent in here you just don't want to miss out!
This was a fast read with a predictable plot, yes, but in about 50 pages, Jen was able to develop the characters' personalities, engage me in the story with her writing and make me laugh more than once.
Very good! I encourage her to continue and I'm pleased to have read this one and I'm keeping an eye open for the release of A Change of Fortune (Nov 2012)- gorgeous cover, for that one.
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Review 10 for Gentleman of Her Dreams - eBook
Overall Rating:
4out of5
Fun, fast read
Date:September 13, 2012
Kim S
Age:25-34
Gender:female
Quality:
5out of5
Value:
5out of5
Meets Expectations:
5out of5
This was a cute novella. Jen Turano does a splendid job of engaging your imagination and bringing a smile to you lips in this quick read. At first the flow of the novella seemed a little immature, but as I continued reading the quality improved or her writing style grew on me. I almost wish it was longer to enjoy the journey just a bit more. She did well with the few pages giving vivid descriptions and creating a cute, but predictable, plot. The end had an excerpt from her debut novel, A Change of Fortune, and it hooked me. I am looking forward to giving it a try in the future.
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Review 11 for Gentleman of Her Dreams - eBook
Overall Rating:
5out of5
This short story is great!
Date:September 6, 2012
mona
Location:new york
Age:45-54
Gender:female
Quality:
5out of5
Value:
5out of5
Meets Expectations:
5out of5
If you enjoy Cathy Marie Hake, Mary Connealy and Karen Witemeyer-you will love this. I can not wait to read Jen Turano's full novel. This short story was funny and easy to read only wish it was longer. I would rank Turano with Hake, Connealy and Witemeyer if this short story is any indication to her writing style.