Jen Turano is an author who manages to have me laughing out loud and loving her main characters right from the very start!  "Storing Up Trouble" is the third book in her American Heiresses series and I have loved this series as they are filled with quirky characters and a visit to a different time period and how life was for others.  
Beatrix, the main character, is strong, independent and finds herself in the midst of humorous situations and escapades.  First of all, she is on a train that is a part of a heist and she manages to escape along with Norman.  However, that is not the end of Norman's run ins with Beatrix as they meet up when Beatrix begins a new job.
These characters cannot be more different from each other, Norman is pretty oblivious to everything around him, yet he is so smart.  Then there is Beatrix who is a go-getter and not afraid of the consequences for standing up and fighting for what she believes in.  They find themselves both at risk and in the middle of things never imagined they'd be involved in together. 
This book has so many laugh out loud moments and characters that are just so fun to spend time with!  I highly recommend this book and the entire series!

Having read some of Jen Turano's books I knew I was in for a treat with Storing Up Trouble. I was not disappointed. This is the third book in American Heiresses series and the author brings to light interesting tidbits about The Gilded Age in Chicago society and the women's suffrage movement, as well as some of the inner workings of Marshall Field's department store as she tells the story of Beatrix. Beatrix is a young woman from the wealthy New York 400 set who's been sent to visit her eccentric aunt in Chicago. The story starts out with a bang as the train Beatrix travels on is held up by robbers and the interest is held to the end with other interesting and sometimes humorous scenarios. The author does a great job with her characters, making them likable, flawed and realistic. A spirited heroine with a pistol purse she's not afraid to use and a sweet professor-like hero make a wonderful pair for the romance even though it takes them a bit to realize it. The secondary characters are quirky and add so much to the story. I really enjoyed the book and look forward to reading more from this author. Readers who like historical romance will not want to miss Storing Up Trouble. 
I received a complimentary copy of this book via CelebrateLit. A favorable review was not required, and opinions are my own. This review is part of a CelebrateLit blog tour.

I had to read this in phases to get my kids through school, but it would have definitely been devoured in a day. This is probably my favorite of the series and that is saying a lot since the other two were amazing. This one had me laughing on nearly every page. Such a fun story of opposites attract!! All the characters came to life in this book-it felt like I was watching a super fun comedy. So good!

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Norman was adorably naive and nerdy! He had a propensity to do math in his head - not only when necessary to calculate something but to calm himself. He didn't understand social niceties and couldn't ride a horse - he was indeed terrified of them. This poor man still believed the tales his older sisters had told him to scare him when they were children.

In addition to this, Norman was a bit oblivious to his family and friends. He was so caught up in his "work" and attempting to do something marvelous with the tremendous intellect God had given him the rest of the world just didn't matter that much. As Beatrix's influence and rebukes had him acutely aware of this and as he began to change, the reactions of his family were hysterical!

I was laughing when Beatrix and he were trying to escape after what happened on the train and their only option was on horseback so he just flopped himself over the saddle! Can you even imagine that?!

Beatrix was a spinster and determined to remain one. Her focus in life was on rights for women and she ended up banished from New York because of it. Well, because of being thrown in jail twice because of it! She was not afraid to speak her mind! Her eccentric Aunt Gladys came up with the notion that Beatrix should experience firsthand the plight of the working woman and thus required her to take a job at Marshall & Fields department store, the results of which were often humorous.

Once Norman realized his infatuation with Beatrix, his attempts to woo her were such great fun!

I was glad for the insights into the conditions and plight of the women in the Gilded Age that led to the Suffrage movement. I have a much better appreciation for the concerns that led those brave women to work to change the world for the better.

Combining mystery with humor and romance, Storing Up Trouble is a fun historical romantic romp with an element of faith.

This is the 3rd book in the American Heiress series. While this is part of a series, it can be read as a standalone. There are so many reasons to love this book. Let's start with the cover. It is beautifully done with such a striking woman in the center. The author is known for quirky, loveable characters. This book is no different. Beatrix might be my most favorite main character as of late.  Beatrix Waterbury has been sent to Chicago to stay with her aunt. On this train ride - it is interrupted with a train heist - and due to this Beatrix meets Norman. Beatrix is outspoken and a strong female. Norman and Beatrix butt heads - but the book follows their journey - with many laughs along the way. Jen always writes such amazing, original stories. This is set in 1886 - in a time where women did not have much of a voice. The author always writes memorable characters and storylines. I received a copy of this book through the author -- all thoughts are my own.

Can they see what's right in front them?

Oh, gosh, did I have fun reading this book! But, it's a Jen Turano so could I really do anything else? Probably not. OK, that's more like definitely not! But that doesn't negate my sheer enjoyment of this rollicking good story. Storing Up Trouble captured me from the very first line. I laughed out loud, shook my head at the characters' antics, and did some thinking about the life and faith lessons that Beatrix and Norman must learn. 

Speaking of Norman and Beatrix, they were hysterical! Hysterically funny that is! He's such a clueless windbag, too full of himself, and she's an accident prone do-gooder with no idea how difficult it is for lower class women. But, oh boy do they get a clue! And Jen Turano runs them through a little bit of a wringer along the way. 

I've enjoyed every bit of the American Heiresses series but I took special delight in Storing Up Trouble. It lived up to my eager anticipation, and more, and I think it may be my favorite in the series.  As a conclusion to the series this book was perfect but I'm just sorry to be saying goodbye to the characters that I've come to love. While on  the topic of characters, I just have to mention two of my favorites, the stubborn Mort and the inscrutable Phantom. Those two stole any scene they were in!

From a train robbery to a famous department store, from behind jail bars to a dangerous rescue, Storing Up Trouble takes readers on a charming adventure of romance, comedy, and even a dash of suspense. If this spunds like it's up your alley you really shouldn't hesitate to check out the conclusion to Jen Turano's exquisite American Heiresses series...

(I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are entirely my own.)

I loved Jen Turano's latest, Storing Up Trouble! The romantic comedies she creates sweep me up into a different world.  

Set during the Gilded Age, Storing Up Trouble is rich with gorgeous descriptions, fun characters, and mystery. 

Our heroine, Beatrix Waterbury, a member of the suffragist movement, has some delightful and insightful, dialog. Beatrix often finds herself in unusual situations that add slapstick humor to the story. Meanwhile, Norman Nesbit, a scientific fellow, enters the scene and immediately writes off our Beatrix as an old maid--obviously because she's a suffragist. 

Of course, despite their initial aversion to each other, life tosses Beatrix and Norman together, and they form an unlikely friendship.

Interesting secondary characters and substance to the plot. Aunt Gladys teaches skills to disadvantaged women, and Theodosia (one of Norman’s scientific friends) creates social experiments. There are other delightful characters that flesh out the story and illustrate issues of the day. 

Although this novel is comedic in tone, it also dwells on the inequalities of life during the Gilded Age and shows what kind and caring hearts can do for others.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher, through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

First of all, this book was HILARIOUS!! The two main characters, Beatrix Waterbury and Norman Nesbit, bantered SO MUCH, and it was hilarious! I enjoyed that so much. Jen Turano’s books are always witty and fun, but this one is definitely on top of the pile in regards to humor.

Beatrix was absolutely the BEST character, as was her family, especially her aunt and her parents! She was thoughtful, straightforward, and spontaneous, and didn’t pause to stand up for what she stood for. She also wasn’t entitled or snobby, despite being rich. Norman is an inventor who is primarily concerned about his work, until he meets Beatrix, who doesn’t hesitate to tell him his character flaws, whereupon he begins to learn how to become a functioning member of society. The two of them together are hilarious! There is a touch of light romance (a couple mentions of kisses), but nothing very detailed. There are several wonderful mentions of married couples still liking each other and enjoying each others presence after many years of marriage, which I really liked seeing!

The secondary characters are also really great: from, as aforementioned, Beatrix’s family, to Norman’s family (especially Gemma and Oscar! they were adorable) to Aunt Gladys’ band of women, to the animals. It was all a fun time. I also enjoyed seeing the characters from previous books in the series pop up again (if you’ve read any of my reviews, continuity between books in a series is my favorite thing).

The time period was also super interesting: Beatrix was a suffragette, although since she was wealthy, she didn’t have the same experience as other suffragettes had (at least, according to the books I’ve read).. The whole time period was super interesting, as well as the fact that she was an heiress.

Aside from the romance part and the historical part, the suspense aspect to the book was also really interesting! A train heist occurs at the beginning of the book, and throughout, the question of what the heist was about propagates, especially as other attacks occur.

There wasn’t a ton of Christian content in the book, which I actually enjoyed. Although faith could have been more explicit, such as praying, the times where bible verses were included in the book felt genuine and not forced, which I really like in a Christian fiction book (sometimes there are just . . . pieces of ‘Christian content’ inserted into Christian fiction books that just don’t belong and are super awkward to read. This book wasn’t like that at all!).

Overall, if you couldn’t tell by my effusive praise, I loved this book! It was clean and witty and was overall a delight. I definitely recommend this book, even if you haven’t read the first two books in the series: it’s a great time!

Jen Turano is a long-time favorite author of mine because she can write such hilarious scenes and characters without sacrificing historical details or great character depth and development.  This book was a great ending to another fantastic series!  I liked the sprinkle of mystery in the novel, which kept the plot interesting.  It is a captivating story and I had trouble putting it down!  I also enjoyed how feisty and independent Beatrix is and liked the historical facts about women’s suffrage woven throughout the story. There are also great relatable spiritual truths.  The romance is full of witty banter and is clean and heartwarming.  I definitely recommend this book!

I received a complimentary ecopy of this book for the Celebrate Lit tours.  Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

This book is filled with quirky and eccentric characters, witty banter, sweet-swoon worthy romance and slight touch of mystery. There's plenty of adventure and a few giggles to explore in this story. All while focusing on some deeper issues. 

A delightful way to end this trip to the Gilded age with some fun quirky characters. I highly recommend the entire American Heiress series.

How about a romance story between a scientist and a socialite girl? If that isn’t enough to pique your curiosity, I don’t know what will, AHHHHH!! 😍❤️💕

The amount of layers and detail this book has is incredible. From the very beginning, you can notice the amount of research that has gone into this book and the author’s thoroughness to present an almost ”touchable” world.

The story is fast-paced, but I feel it complements the nature of the book wonderfully. I am a reader that gets easily distracted with historical fiction books, but this one was anything but lacking. Even though sometimes the plot felt without a definite ‘direction’, as there were some parts I didn’t really know where the story was going, it ended up being really refreshing. I immensely enjoyed the character’s dialogues, and interactions surely got me hooked.

I love that Norman (ok, isn’t that name the cutest for a dorky, super-intelligent, scientist who loves doing divisions by three, lol?!) has a girl pal! And she’s a scientist, too! A chemist loving tomboy, to be precise. Speaking of characters, I loved how each one had its unique voice. They perfectly complemented each other, and their quirks brought sides of each other that were nothing short of special.

I also liked how the story is not limited to one place. The author brings you to places I was fascinated reading about AND the fact that we get an insight into how, for example, working-class women were perceived back then. The realities and contrasts of socialites and middle-class families.

Beatrix was also a wonderful MC. Sassy yet intelligent and down to earth. She was a lady not to be trifled with. Even though she was a young woman of means, she was down to earth and adventurous.

Sprinkle a little bit of Aunt Gladys in there, and an explosion of adventure, love, and science will come to life. I genuinely loved this book. It is clean and has all the elements a good book should have:)

I just like this series more and more. This one has plenty of Turano's humor built into it. Norman is a ton of fun. He's a fantastic blend of Science, hero, and nerd. This book has plenty of small twists that make it such a pleasure to read. The romance is not overworked or underplayed. The story is a page-turner. Beatrix is so opposite of Norman, and they fit so perfectly. Aunt Gladys and her many cats are fantastic and I can't leave out the mule because I love animals in my books. Add all that to the fact that this story is set while dealing with women's suffrage; from New York City to Chicago; back in the days when they were places filled with opportunities and you have yet another amazing book by this author. 

Thanks to Celebrate Lit for my copy of this book. This review is my own, left freely. A positive review was not required.

Storing Up Trouble is the third book in the American Heiresses series, and Turano does not disappoint with snappy dialogue and strong characters. Beatrix Waterbury is headed to Chicago to stay with her Aunt Gladys. Her pleasant train ride is interrupted by a heist where she meets an incorrigible scientist, Norman Nesbit, who suspects his research was the reason for the heist. Once in Chicago, Beatrix decides to leave behind high society and takes a job at Marshall Field and Company. to see what life is like for the working class. Beatrix is learning the ropes of her new job when she encounters Norman on a shopping trip,.  In the store, Norman is again targeted, and it becomes obvious that Norman is in danger. Join Beatrix and Norman on a quest to discover who is behind the attempts filled with humor, intrigue, and a little romance!

The historical tidbits in this book are incredible!

I have loved each and every book I have read from Jen Turano since I found her a couple of years ago, even though I have yet to read a paperback of hers until now–I won a copy in a giveaway after signing up to review it.

Can we talk about the cover first? Yes? Great! I didn’t know what to think of the cover when I saw it up close, because I wasn’t sure why there was so much focus on the gloves … And as rare as it is for me to think a cover is absolutely perfect for a book, this one fits Storing Up Love perfectly! And the look? Yeah, that is a look that Beatrix would make.

Content-wise, I was pleased. There were kisses, more than I prefer, but there was not overly affectionate content that made me want to throw the book out the door. There was not as much spiritual content as I would have liked but at least I didn’t disagree with it.

Every time I pick up one of Jen Turano’s books I am surprised at her ability to weave together a story of historical humor, sweet romance, cute kids, and crazy shenanigans.

The lessons both the hero and the heroine learned were portrayed in a way that showed you their faults yet you still enjoyed following along with their story. As much as I don’t love reading about the suffragette movement in Jen Turano’s books I don’t hate it. 😉 I love the little historical things that are embedded in “Storing Up Trouble.”

I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

Reading Storing Up Trouble by Jen Turano was delightful. Hands down, it’s the funniest historical romance book I’ve read. I laughed many times as I turned the pages. While it felt heavy on dialogue, the interactions served up plenty of laughs and kept the plot moving. 

I enjoyed all the unique characters in Storing Up Trouble. Norman, a conservative scientist, and Beatrix, an heiress who supports progressive ideas, are an unlikely match, but they pair up in a lovely manner. Some of the supporting characters were so cute and quirky that I liked them just as much as I liked Norman and Beatrix. Character development was limited, but I did like the process of Beatrix finding her purpose and cause to support.  

Although Storing Up Trouble stands as the third novel in Jen Turano’s American Heiresses series, it worked fine as a stand-alone. Characters from other books do have small cameos, but I haven’t read their stories and I wasn’t confused by anything. I’m looking forward to reading more books by this author. 

I recommend Storing Up Trouble by Jen Turano to readers who enjoy Christian historical romances and want a fun, humorous read. 4 Stars!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I was provided a copy of this book by the author or publisher. All opinions in this review are my own.

Turano’s American Heiresses series has a lot of ‘faves’ for me – all 3 covers are my favorites out of all of her books (and that’s saying a lot because her covers are always fab), Flights of Fancy is *almost* my favorite of her books (In Good Company still retains top billing but just barely), and Storing Up Trouble‘s Norman Nesbit may just be my very fave of her heroes.

Norman is an endearing mix of Sheldon Cooper and The Absent-Minded Professor, and he experiences the most character growth of any of Turano’s heroes, to my recollection. The same Norman you’re fondly rolling your eyes at in the first part of the book is the same Norman you’ll be cheering for by the end (and yes, still fondly rolling your eyes at too lol). Mort, his faithful mule, is a scene-stealer – as are Aunt Gladys & her hodgepodge of unorthodox friends. Norman’s quirky friend Theodosia and her story arc were another highlight for me in Storing Up Trouble.

Honestly, though, I’m not sure I would have liked (or disliked, for that matter) Beatrix one way or the other without Norman. I had a harder time connecting with her & her story arc than I did with the characters I mentioned above. There wasn’t anything wrong with her, per se, but she simply didn’t stand out to me as much as other Turano heroines have. However, the combination of her personality & Norman’s is romantic comedy gold.

The inside peek at Marshall Field’s department store was fascinating and gave somber insight into the treatment of the non-elite class by society. No one should EVER think that another group of people (whether the differences are ethnic, religious or economic) is beneath them, and we should always remember Jesus’ instruction to love our neighbor as ourselves. Turano uses the socio-economic dynamics of the setting to gently remind us of this still-timely truth.

Bottom Line: Anyone who has ever read a book by Jen Turano knows you can expect an almost continuous comedy of errors and madcap mayhem at highly entertaining levels, along with a sweet message or two lightly faith-related. Storing Up Trouble delivers all of that against the backdrop of Gilded Age Chicago, the suffrage movement, and scientific inventions. Humor, heart, a dash of suspense, and a dose of more than one sweet romance – plus the author’s unique style – make this a delightful read.

(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)

When Beatrix Waterbury’s train is disrupted by a heist, scientist Norman Nesbit comes to her aid. After another encounter, he is swept up in the havoc she always seems to attract—including the attention of the men trying to steal his research—and they’ll soon discover the curious way feelings can grow between two very different people in the midst of chaos.





My Thoughts:  This is a fantastic novel about a young heiress who has a knack of finding herself in trouble.  It's also about a young woman finding out who she is and what she truly wants in life.  This is a fun novel that has mystery, love, and romance all in one.  Full of humor this is a story that is hard to put down. Jen Turano has created characters that the readers will truly enjoy and love.  This is a novel that has many twists and turns that will have the readers not wanting to put the book down until every last word is read.  Jen Turano is a wonderful author and will not disappoint the reader, she captivates them from the very first word.  The author has done extensive research for this novel.  Those who love history will enjoy this novel, and so will those that like a little romance, with a little mystery and humor.

Outstanding! This is the first book in this series that I have read, and I adored it. I will definitely be checking out the earlier books as well as the other series the author has written.

The characters in this - from the main couple to their friends and family - are a delight. I would read a book that was just the characters bickering and bantering and generally just hanging out. I loved them. Norman's growth over the course of the book was one of my favorite parts. I also enjoyed the historic pieces about Women's Suffrage (although racial inequalities were never mentioned in the story).

This is laugh-out-loud funny! I love funny books with sharp writing and clever characters, so this was a perfect fit for me. The faith pieces were light and sprinkled in here and there. They felt a little forced to me, but I didn't let that impact my enjoyment. This is fantastic from start to finish.

I cannot count the number of times that I laughed out loud at this book! It was incredibly funny and this is a hallmark of Jen Turano's work.  This book is the third book in the 'American Heiress' series.  It was a fitting conclusion to the series and tied up the loose ends that I wanted to see.  I also have to admit that I didn't guess everything which is unusual for me.

Do I recommend it? Heck yes!  I would definitely buy it (I got this copy in exchange for an honest review) and have already recommended it to others - I enjoyed it that much.  I would also recommend the other books in the series. While they are not overly mentioned in this book, their stories are too good to miss!

The characters and the situation they find themselves in are interesting and I found myself genuinely caring about the side characters as well as the main characters. I highly recommend this book!

Storing Up Trouble by Jan Turano – 4 Stars
This book had some laugh out loud moments.  It moved along quickly was an easy read and had romance, history, science, and a mystery all mixed up together.  What more could you ask for!  Fun reading about the beginnings of Marshall Fields.  They sure didn’t pay much and the rules for working there I wouldn’t have made it.  Fun read, I would recommend it.  

I received this book in the kindle format from NetGalley.com as an advanced read copy.  My comments and thoughts on this book are my own and freely given, not required.  

Description as found on NetGalley.com
When Miss Beatrix Waterbury's Chicago-bound train ride is interrupted by a heist, Mr. Norman Nesbit, a man of science who believes his research was the target of the heist, comes to her aid. Despite the fact that they immediately butt heads, they join forces to make a quick escape. 

Upon her arrival in Chicago, Beatrix is surprised to discover her supposedly querulous Aunt Gladys shares her own suffragette passions. Encouraged by Gladys to leave her sheltered world, Beatrix begins working as a salesclerk at the Marshall Field and Company department store. When she again encounters Norman on a shopping expedition, he is quickly swept up in the havoc she always seems to attract. 

But when another attempt is made to part Norman from his research papers, and it becomes clear Beatrix's safety is also at risk, they soon discover the curious way feelings can grow between two very different people in the midst of chaos.