I’m sorry, but I could not finish this book. Too many tedious details that did not hold my interest.

4.5 Stars
Lady Augusta Vivers wishes to study at Padua but when her mother thwarts her plan to attend the only university in Europe that accepts women she is forced to agree to one London Season. Spending her time at parties proves an empty diversion—until she encounters the well-travelled Lord Phineas Carter-Wood.
Phineas younger brother of the Marquis of Dorchester has studied architecture all over the world, yet Augusta is his most intriguing discovery yet. When he learns her cousins have offered a trip to Europe, he secretly arranges to join their party. For he is determined to show Augusta that a real union is a thrilling adventure of its own.
I love The Worthingtons. The author not only writes a very good romance but she also does her research & it’s historically correct which is a lovely added bonus plus reading one of her books is like catching up with friends & acquaintances. She's built a lovely community of people through her Worthingtons series but also characters from her Marriage Game series also make the odd appearance. This book could well be read on its own but I love a series & this is part of a very good series. Phin & Augusta don't want to marry as they are both interested in travelling & studying but they are drawn together & find that they can talk to each other & not only about the weather. I found this to be a lovely romance of two people finding they are true soul mates & that they were in love was obvious to everyone else. No intrigues, no spies, no horrid parents just a lovely, lovely romance.
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Lovely, story. I enjoy a good smart heroine. Great hero confident enough in himself to let heroine shine

I received an ARC of this book to read through NetGalley in exchange for a fair review. Believe in me by Ella Quinn is book 6 in her Worthingtons Series. You could read it as a stand-alone however I have enjoyed reading the other books in the series and characters from those books figure prominently in this one as it is a book about family. The story is story the friends to lovers trope with quite a bit of behind the scenes meddling by the family members. Lady Augusta Viviers has no desire to marry as she would like to pursue her education further and attend University at Padua. Reluctantly she agrees to attend the season at her mother’s behest with no intention of making a match as she does not see marriage and children being compatible with her goals. Lord Phineas Carter-Wood has also reluctantly agreed to attend the season and is supposed to be looking for a wife as his brother has only 4 daughters and no heir so it is up to him to carry on the line. Phin doesn’t see marriage as compatible with his plans to travel and explore architecture but as he comes to know Augusta is rapidly changing his mind on the subject. I did enjoy reading this book but found it difficult to achieve a willing suspension of disbelief around the circumstances of their wedding. It struck me as unnecessarily melodramatic. Mild Steam. Publishing Date February 26, 2019 #BelieveInMe #EllaQuinn #NetGalley #KensingtonBooks #ZebraRomance

I loved this latest novel in the Worthington series. You don’t have to have read the books in order or to have read them all to enjoy this delightfully unique family. Each person has his or her own personality and yet they work together as a supportive whole.
When Lady Augusta Vivers states her intention to be admitted to and to graduate from the University in Padua, her family is a little surprised. Her intelligence and quest for knowledge has never been questioned, but for a young woman to travel to Italy and to pursue a higher education takes them a moment to adjust to. Her brother seems like he is willing to consider it. Her mother is adamantly opposed. In an effort at compromise, Augusta agrees to participate in the events of the Season and to see if anyone suits her for marriage. Augusta has no intention of getting married and giving up her dreams, but to keep the peace, she will try. She doesn’t expect to find a man who listens to her and seems to appreciate her intelligence.
Lord Phineas Carter-Woods knows that he has to find a woman and get married so he can produce the heir his brother needs. His brother has only been able to have daughters so far and after four, he fears that he won’t have a son. Phin wants nothing more than to continue his travels and to study architecture around the world. He agrees to make a real effort to find a wife with the agreement of his brother that if he is not successful, Phin can leave to travel Europe. Phin doesn’t expect to encounter Augusta or to find her so compelling.
With neither Phin nor Augusta willing to settle for marriage and to give up what they want, their relationship has some hurdles. Fortunately, events transpire to keep throwing them together and the others in their lives help them along. I loved watching them start as friends and then grow that relationship.
Ms. Quinn did her research into how difficult it was for women to be educated in this time period. Universities were not allowing women to attend and the one school that did was downgraded to a college. Women were thought to only be extensions of their husbands and without husbands, they had little identity on their own. Ms. Quinn shows how that caused issues for some women and how others had to be supported by their families.

This was a well-written, entertaining historical romance. Lady Augusta Vivers wants to travel and get an education before settling down, marrying and having children. Lord Phineas Carter-Wood has studied all over the world, but has been called back to England by his brother. He is intrigued by Augusta and when she explains her desire to travel and attend university he arranges to join the traveling group. August is interested in Phineas, but is determined to get the education she seeks. The way the relationship developed between these two was wonderful. They really got to know each other, slowly, and built a strong friendship along the way. The book often made me smile and laugh. I enjoyed it and look forward to reading more books by this author.

This book tells the story of Lady Augusta Withers, the Worthington who spends her time learning as much as she can about languages and geography. Her mother worries about how such a learned lady will find a husband, but even with this concern she forces Augusta to undergo a season, rather than heading directly for university in Italy. Augusta is sure she won’t find a man who interests her until she meets Phineas Carter Wood, a man who is focused on learning about architecture, but who also has to find a wife and have a child ASAP. As they end up in the same traveling party throughout Europe, maybe they will find a way to bring their lives together.
The highlights of this book include the characters and the setting. I liked how the same crazy, big, loud and loving Worthington family is present in this book. You have to love all the different personalities, though for me I really liked how Augusta was so focused on education in a time when that just wasn’t done, how Phinn was shocked at first but then supportive in every way he could be and how Grace quietly and calmly ensures things turn out as they should.
I also felt like the setting details added to this book. It was a delightful tour of Europe and actually seemed quite realistic.
The ending of the story was lovely!
This is a great read and I’d recommend it to anyone who has ever dreamt of going on The Grand Tour.
Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the free ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.

There is a perfect match and there is a solution to all of your dreams you just have to work to find a solution. For Lady Augusta Vivers and Lord Phineas Carter-Wood it just takes time and travel. Throw in a little danger and the Worthingtons and you have the basis for this story. I did love how Augusta hated the restrictions placed on women and how she opened Phineas' eyes to the things that made her resistant to marriage. Phineas was a very good student and as both were very intelligent it made for great reading and an HEA for both.

I received a free copy of the book in return for an honest review.

I love Ella Quinn books, but this one fell flat for me. I began to get bored about half-way through the book. Nothing happens. Augusta and Phinn spend lots of time together, but there's no heat between them. The fact that there hasn't even been a kiss at the 84% mark just had me not caring what happens at the end. Augusta's intelligence is repeated over and over and yet, she doesn't figure out that Phinn loves her. I skimmed so many pages and it didn't make a difference. The writing is well done and the historical facts interesting at the beginning of their European journey, but after chapter after chapter of travels it just got tedious. I would have given the book 2 stars for the romance, but all the historical details bumped it up to 3 stars.

This is the 6th book in in Ella Quinn’s Worthington series but can be read as a standalone. It is a sweet romance between the gifted and very intelligent Augusta Vivienne, and Lord Phineas Carter Woods. For me it was a little flat and predictable. Not one of EQ’s best. I received this ARC from NetGalley for an honest review. All views are my own.

Polyglot Heroine 3.5*.
The heroine is a bluestocking (an educated, intelligent woman) but that fact is concealed from the ton lest she ruin her marriage prospects. Not sure why this would be the case as 1) she doesn’t want to marry this season as she wants to study in Padua (a university chosen because it once accepted a woman) and 2) she would never be happy with any man who didn’t embrace her intellect, so what would be the point of concealing it. There had obviously already been talk as Phinn’s sister-in-law had identified Augusta as a potential match for him based on her knowledge of languages and geography before she even took her place in Society, so her mother must have been extolling her daughter’s accomplishments even if no other gentleman appears to have known about it. Never having read any previous books by this author I did find the plethora of characters rather confusing and was often unsure which were friends and which were family, and if the latter how they they were related to the heroine. Perhaps a family tree or character list that the reader could refer back to would help. I also found the book overly long and felt it needed tightening or alternatively more action, to stop the readers attention from wandering. The author obviously has a lot of historical knowledge but at times the book read like a early C19th travel journal.
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A sweet, smart romance that can be read as a stand-alone, but there are so many characters from previous books that it helps to read them first to fill in the blanks.

There are so many things to like about these characters. I like that Augusta is supported by her family (mostly) in her studies; that Augusta and Phinn create a strong, respect-based friendship before falling in love; that Augusta goes out of her way to create new friendships with other young ladies her age; and that we readers can travel 19th century Europe vicariously through all of them.

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I enjoyed this read. While I’m not a stickler when it comes to the historic details of a romance, I really appreciate it when the author does her homework. Make no mistake, Ms. Quick does her homework and it shows. I could see the dangerous terrain that passed for a road and the crushed glass that the bride was meant to cross over. Great details were consistent throughout and gave great texture and authenticity to the story.

On the con side, I didn’t feel the chemistry was very strong between the H and h. If I could change anything, it would be that the sex scenes weren’t so rushed or glossed over altogether.

All in all, this was a good read, though not the best I’ve read from her.

I received an ARC of this book, from the publisher, via NetGalley, in exchange for a fair and honest review.

This book tells a story of Lady Augusta, who, before she gets married, wants to attend the University. Unfortunately do pursue her dream she would have to move to Italy and fight many obstacles on her way. What if one of those obstacles is her own heart?

Unfortunately I do not have good news- I think I might have called this book the most boring book of February 2019. 80% in and there was still no action, no element of surprise and reader, or in this case me, found oneself bored to the moon and further. Don't get me wrong- the writing was beautiful, I could even say carefully calculated but that was the only positive thing about this book.

I would make this story a little bit different. What if the author didn't say anything about the plans of Lord Phineas following Lady Augusta? What if they met up 'accidentally' in Paris instead? We have an element of surprise and I think it would make the story more interesting.

I also had difficulties with the relationship between our characters. For me Lady Augusta was blind and silly? You could easily see that she was very young- even though marriageable age. Wouldn't you think twice why is someone spending so much time with you without getting anything back? Exactly- 'friend zone' like I haven't seen before.

I believe author wanted just to 'go safe' and was afraid to play with the story a little bit. I think that's what I was mostly missing in this plot- courage to go out of the comfort zone of the safe writing. Having such a topic, especially of a women in XIX century trying to attend a University? This could have easily become one of the most fascinating stories if executed correctly.

Having a little bit of action at the very end of the book did not save the whole novel, however I will appreciate trying to rescue the situation. Last 10% of the story should have been the whole book and it would have been more engaging, nevertheless I am leaving this book with 3 stars.


Thank you Netgalley for supplying me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

Let me begin by saying that although this is book number six in the Worthington series, you don't need to have read the prior novels in order to understand this one. Having done so may increase your enjoyment in seeing some of the other characters make an appearance, but it is really not necessary.

Once again, the author manages to put together a well written and well researched novel, that is somehow once again, diminished by the Heroine. Don't get me wrong, I loved how intelligent she was. And I adored that in a time where women weren't allowed to attend university, she had made that her goal. She definitely had the "book smarts" for it. However, it grew tiresome watching go out of his way for her only to have her slap back with "I won't marry you until I've been to university!" I understand her reasoning, don't get me wrong, but had she allowed him to properly explain a lot could have been avoided. Especially considering how useful he ended up being to her when frankly, I would have left her to figure out the realities on her own.

I am also confused and irritated by the fact that her friends speak of a "bride kidnapping", only to have it nearly happen in the next chapters. Was the person in on it? It is never explained whether the person was part of their scheme or if he was truly delusional. If it was the former, then it should have been explained to her. If it was the latter? Well that was a little too convenient wasn't it?

Overall, I believe that fans of this series and this author will definitely enjoy this addition. Also, people new to the series and author that are fans of historical romance may find enjoyment in this as well. I would read more from this author.

DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.

A well written book about a lady’s wish to accomplish her studies before she weds. Augusta is very intelligent and it took a special man to see what she was after and love her despite her goals. She found that in Phinn. You get to travel with them both and some of her family through some of Europe’s special places and see what it was like back then for a women who wanted to be more educated. Great read.

I fall in love all over again every time I read one of the Worthington books! And this book was no excepting to that rule. Lady Augusta Vivers has nothing against marriage, or children, in fact she wants both...just not yet. She has big goals and plans for her life, and right now she has no time for a husband and what he would entail. Until she meets Lord Phineas Carter-Wood, he is the first man that she has been able to have an intelligent conversation with, and that will make her second guess her choices. The same can be said for Phineas, he is being pushed to marry by his brother and his sister in law, but has no interest in the endeavor. The first woman to turn his head, is the first woman he has met that doesn't want to marry him. What is a man to do...well for one, following her around the world to prove his worth to her is a start!
This book was great, the only thing I had a hard time believing was the fact that Augusta was able to have so much freedom, I mean don't get me wrong I do believe that she should be able to do what she would like, I just know that woman then were not really aloud that much freedom or choice. That being said, it is also one of the reasons that I love this series, as Ella Quinn has been giving her characters so many more options and choices, and it gives you a picture of what some of these woman may have really done with their lives had they had a choice. Anyway, again great read, cant wait for another one, everybody needs to go out and buy, buy, buy!

This is the sixth book in the series but can be read as a stand alone if you wish. What a grand adventure! In life and love. This story takes you to many places. The characters were fun and real. Worth the read!

Some gentlemen find a smart woman intimidating. Only a special man could understand Augusta. Phinneas is infatuated with this intelligent woman and wants to be with her all the time. Augusta only wants to attend the university in Italy. Marriage isn't in her plans. Besides, she'll only marry for love. Her family makes it possible for her to go to Italy. Phineas is not going to be left behind. A mad race to the altar and Italy.

Phinn and Augusta’s story, book 6 in The Worthingtons’ series; a standalone, happily ever after, no cheating, historical romance with some heat toward the end of the book.
Join in the day to day life of the Worthingtons, as Phinn and Augusta see the sites on their way across several countries on the road to happily ever after.
Although, I can appreciate Augusta’s push for higher education before settling down, the plot is a little too bland for my tastes and it was a little too unbelievable how men tended to react around Augusta.
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