Such a fun, entertaining, easy to read story! I lost myself in this one, and read it quickly. (There's the conundrum. It's so good, you don't want to put it down, but you also don't want it to end.) Amie was a sweetheart, but strong and definitely knew her own mind. And honestly, Ian was too. My heart ached for Amie when she felt so alone and unwanted. She was a lot stronger than I think I would have been. I think I just would have left and found my own way - probably not at all easy for a woman back in those days. This story just made me happy.

This is the first Matchmaking Mamas Series by Anneka R. Walker I have read, but since reading "The Rules of Matrimony' I intend to gather the previous books. There are so many things to enjoy - from the locale, to the delightful characters, to long held misunderstandings resolved and the humor. I highly recommend this to all whole like a clean, uplifting and delightful story.

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This was my favorite in the series so far. Hearing Ian's story was worth the wait. I enjoyed watching him change and love even though he had hardened himself so much against it. Amie was such a perfect match for him. I enjoyed the setting in the countryside. Tropes: marriage of convenience, grumpy/sunshine, one bed, matchmaking mamas.

I would recommend this book to regency romance lovers. I believe you could read this book as a stand alone but it's best enjoyed if you've read the series in order.

I enjoy books that start with marriages of convenience and turn into deeper relationships, and this one had realistic circumstances to lead to just this! It is believable and heart wrenching as it describes the past Amie is coming from. It also shows the power of redemption and how important it is to continue to work at relationships that we value in our lives!

Satisfying end to an entertaining series. Good character development….your view on certain characters changed as you learned more background information about them. Fun, believable dialogue. Interesting to learn about criminal law of that time period, and the battle to change it. Good ending, love the way that Ian and Amie love each other!

It is hard to say, because they are all so good, but I think Ian and Amy are my favorite! The matchmaking mamas are at it again and it just comes to a perfectly brewed storm in this one. So many resolutions and the SWOON!!! I can’t get over it. Ian tries so hard to fight his feelings and do what he thinks is best, but Amy won’t let him and it is adorable. I couldn’t get enough of this story and was kinda sad when it was over. But now I just need to go back and reread from the start. I loved seeing all of these couples together!

I really enjoyed the conclusion to this series. I liked how they met and how their marriage came about. Ian fought loving his wife so much, and it was so fun seeing him fall. They were perfect for each other, with him being serious, and her being outgoing. A really good read!

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I absolutely love this 4th instalment of the series! Ian has my heart and so does Amy! The character development and slow burn is what I really love about Walker's books, the settling of the story was easy to follow and the flow from start to end makes sense. I adore the lushness of the writing and the duo perspective! Obviously there are flaws of each character but I love them more for it!!!!

Anneka R. Walker’s Matchmaking Mamas series has been such fun, and the last book, The Rules of Matrimony is charming and delightful. I’ve been waiting for Lord Ian Reynolds to meet his match, and it was certainly worth waiting for. Ian made a vow never to marry, but when circumstances force him into a marriage of convenience, he insists on some rules for their marriage. Amie Tyler agrees to the marriage and the rules, but she wants to be independent. Neither Ian nor Amie intends to develop feelings for each other, but Ian’s Rebels group and the Matchmaking Mamas have other plans.

I loved these entertaining characters and their endeavors to keep to the rules of their marriage. Their banter and interactions are amusing. I enjoyed seeing some of the characters from previous books in the series show up in this one, although it is easily read as a stand-alone tale. 4.5 stars

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I love the Matchmaking Mamas series, and I'm sad that this is the final story, but I feel this is an amazing way to end the series. The Rules of Matrimony is a fun, heartwarming Regency romance with all the elements of a great story—reluctant love, witty banter, emotional growth, and just enough drama to keep you turning the pages. Set in 1823 London, Lord Ian Reynolds, a man completely against the idea of marriage, and Amie Tyler, a sweet and determined young woman who never expected to be caught up in high society scandals. Thanks to a well-meaning (and wildly incorrect) rumor started by Amie's mother, they find themselves in a fake engagement that turns into a real marriage—and a whole lot more.

These two! Ian and Amie are such opposites, yet they're perfect for each other. Their first meeting is hilarious; I mean laugh-out-loud funny. Ian's "Lord Grumpy" is offset by Amie's sunny outlook. She and her mother have been passed from relative to relative since her father's passing, yet she continues to be grateful for the little that they have.

Ian is the rebel determined not to marry because of his grandfather, father, and uncle's inability to stay faithful to their wives. Meanwhile, Amie doesn't know what the issue is between Ian and his father, and she wants to see them reconcile their relationship.

What you'll love about this book:
💍 Dual POV
💍 Meet cute (mint leaves anyone?)
💍 Squirrel hunting
💍 Marriage of convenience
💍 The first kiss
💍 Cameos of the other rebels

Ian's rules started to drive me crazy about two-thirds into the book because I just wanted him to admit to Amie he had feelings for her. Other than that, I loved everything about this book. This has been such a fun series, and I can't wait for more books from this author.

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The Rules of Matrimony is exactly what I want in a marriage of convenience story. Scheming mamas, proud poppas, and headstrong characters who think they are finding a new way to get what they want. In the end, it is a win-win for all, and I adored Ian and Amie’s version. From the moment these two meet, nothing is normal or expected. Ian is hero at heart, determined to help those in need, even if he does come across as grumpy. Amie seems to peg him from the get-go and despite the unusual circumstances that brought them together, she is willing to fight for a good thing. I loved the interference of The Rebels (you’ve met them before and will appreciate the updates) and how they just embrace Amie. Acceptance is the very thing Amie needs to spread her wings and while Ian is willing to offer independence, what she needs is a safe place to be herself. Watching Ian come to care for her, ok, fall in love with her, is romantically sweet and thrilling; he has exactly the squishy heart I would expect under all that rough and tough exterior. I adored the conclusion of this one when they both finally come to their senses and the grand gestures are just perfect for these two.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher and all opinions expressed are solely my own, freely given.

4.5 stars

This was a lovely regency romance. I have not read all of the previous books in the series, but I have read the one directly preceding this one. The main characters from the previous books do make appearances in these books. These matchmaking mamas are so smooth. Our Viscount and our penniless miss come together by a chance of accident – or so they thought. While avoiding his father’s matchmaking efforts, Ian stumbles into an arrangement with Amie. A fake engagement created by her mother leads Amie into a real one with Ian. As they enter their marriage of convenience, complete with rules for touching and everything, they are both prepared for lives of independence. However, circumstances (like unruly family members) cause them to have more forced proximity than planned and things begin to heat up. A brush of a finger there and a whiff a vanilla here and our characters are soon struggling against their feelings. The best thing about no spice romances is how they can create so much tension without the characters even touching. Walker did a superb job of that in this book. I love how this book takes us to England in 1823 and has a side theme of changing some unjust laws. That was such a unique aspect to include. I also appreciated the hints of Christianity throughout it. This was just kisses romance.

A wonderful end to this series. I really enjoyed getting to know Ian (Mother Hen) better and his family. He's always been such a strong character in the other books, so I enjoyed seeing his vulnerable side. Amie was a delight. I loved her character so much. My heart went out to her, yet she was still a very strong person. I loved that the Rebels all came together at the end to wrap up the series.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through Netgalley. This is my honest review.

Romance, sweet, period; series, but stand alone read
Ian and Amie's story was a lovely fall. A lie created to save Amie from a lecherous cousin's advances blows up out of proportion and Ian instead of leaving Amie with a ruined reputation and left to the demands of her cousin/and family to marry against her will. Ian, seeing the awful predicament she is in, decides to go ahead and marry her, seeing she could help his work to make change in the country. He makes her promise to not demand anything more than a home and comfort, no relationship or demands on each other.
Ian soon realizes that Amie is working her way into his heart and his future hopes. They both build a friendship, and more through their everyday interactions. Lovely sweet fall, this one is my favorite of this series. The characters were genuine, honest hearts, and their sweet gradual fall made for a wonderful read.

Ahhhhh, brilliant! Anneka Walker is one of those authors who gets better and better with each book. Ian was absolutely fantastic. I thought he was well-rounded and very real as a character. I loved how determined he was to avoid marriage...we all know how that's going to turn out! Overall, a new favorite.

Ian and Annie .
I enjoyed reading Ian and Annie’s story.
From the beginning moment in the cemetery where their first meeting begins everything . Did Ian’s mother mean to start a love story or was it Annie’s mom ? Or was it none of the above . None can say . Ian and Snnie choose a marriage of celibacy and acquaintance only so that people will stop bothering Ian and Annie can be saved from a marriage with her awful cousin or other relative .
Everyone and then some wants them to annul the marriage but for some reason they stay in the marriage because secretly they are both in love or severe like with each other .
They eventually find a romantic love but this story brings them everywhere before then which takes time , patience , interfering families and more . Well done! Thanks to netgalley for a copy in exchange for an unbiased review .

Such a sweet ending to this adorable series! A marriage of convenience between a man who vowed to never marry and a woman who needs rescuing. There are rules out in place to prevent any “feelings” between them. But what are rules for if not to be broken?

I loved all the funny and silly happenings in this story, starting with the hilarious meet cute in the cemetery. Then there’s the squirrel hunt, thunder storms, and more!

With everything seemingly against them it was such a satisfying journey!

“A melancholy tune from a pianoforte sang from some distant room. Was his feigned fiancée musical? The funeral march she had selected was the right tune for the occasion.”

““It is I who am happy,” Ian said quickly. “I have news to share. Miss Tyler and I are engaged to be married.” For someone who claimed he was happy, he sounded a lot like he was pronouncing someone’s death.”

“Kissing Ian was the scariest, most terrifying thing she had ever done. And she wanted to do it again.”

Just read it already!

Great read! I was expecting a charming Regency-era romance with a grumpy/sunshine feel. I got that and more! There were laugh-out-loud humorous anecdotes that I didn't expect. There were deeper layers of reconciliation that made the story that much more poignant. There were fun moments of banter. I loved it! I also want to go read the other books about his friends falling in love now too.

Perfect for readers of Sarah Eden, Arlem Hawks, and Kristi Ann Hunter.

Rated PG for some innuendo
--clean romance without explicit scenes
--no language
--mild verbal abuse and tense relationship scenes
--mild innuendo of affairs

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In the glittering world of balls and titled marriages, one fake engagement may rewrite the rules of matrimony.

When Lord Ian Collingwood collides (literally) with the ever-kind and quietly strong Amie Tyler, sparks fly—not romantic ones, but the kind that crash into long-held convictions and carefully guarded hearts. Ian has sworn off marriage, scarred by his father’s past infidelities and his mother’s quiet heartbreak. Amie, living off the charity of extended family, has no plans of entangling herself with a moody lord… but fate (and her mother’s scheming) has other plans.

A fabricated engagement turns into a strategic marriage: protection for Amie, and political escape for Ian. But what starts as a convenient arrangement unravels as genuine affection—maybe even love—sneaks in.

Here’s why this story hit the sweet spot:

💥 That hilarious meet-cute. Their first encounter was chaotic, memorable, and a perfect way to kick off a story built on awkward proximity and reluctant partnership.

💗 Amie is a gem. She’s gentle but never weak, kind without being naive. It was beautiful watching her grow in confidence and finally be surrounded by people who truly saw her worth.

💬 Ian’s slow transformation. He starts stiff and grumpy (honestly, I pitied Amie at first), but his efforts to meet her halfway were some of the most touching parts of the book. Watching him soften, open up, and wrestle with his trauma was worth the wait.

📚 Series Finale Feels. Familiar faces from past books appear, bringing warmth and nostalgia—this final installment wraps up the series in a heartfelt bow.


My Thoughts?


I enjoy the “friends-to-lovers” and “marriage of convenience” tropes—especially when they’re done right. And this one was. The pacing may have started slow, but once it picked up, I was all in. There’s something comforting about a story where two people slowly learn to trust, grow, and choose one another, not out of obligation, but from genuine affection—bonus points for the strong side characters, tender romance, and no over-the-top drama. If you enjoy Regency settings, a dash of matchmaking meddling, and character growth with a slow burn… this is a perfect addition to your historical romance shelf.

I received an advance reader copy from Shadow Mountain Publishing via NetGalley. My review reflects my honest and unbiased thoughts.


💕 The Swoon Scale 💕

💍 Swoon-Worthy Sparks: ★★★★★ (5/5)
💬 Dialogue & Banter: ★★★★★ (5/5)
🦋 Emotional Depth: ★★★★★ (5/5)
📖 Re-Readability: ★★★★★ (5/5)

I love this series. I liked how in this story, Ian, who has sworn to never marry, ends up tricked by the matchmaking mamas into a marriage of convenience with the perfect woman for him. I liked how as much as he tries to not fall in love with Amie, she wins him over by just being her. I love how she helps Ian to mend things with his father and to learn that things were not what he always thought they were. I liked how they helped each other and came to love each other in the best way possible.

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