4 stars.
Thankyou Netgalley for the opportunity to read this arc. Expect an honest, unbiased review from me, always.
I don't usually read this kind of historical romance but I'm so glad i did. I was hooked from the very beginning. The FMC suffered so much all because of societys expectations and silly male arrogance.
Book opens to FMC at her husbands side who is on his deathbed, having a final few words and realising she's been done over, screwed out of security and comfort.
Unfortunately she has nowhere to go from her dead spouses home where she's basically kicked out of so as to make space for the heir and his family. It shows the reality women face in all walks of life, even the high society people have terrible circumstances despite marrying young, to prominence, it's not enough, especially back in thise days. I love how she realised early on in the book, the missed opportunity, and wished she had known to do more to protect herself but she was young, alone and unprepared for life's suprises. Hindsight, right?! But then, I guess, that's how we learn, isn't it? Through experience.
This is a must read full of emotions, romance and more. You won't regret it.

This was a highly anticipated release and I'm glad to report it was worth the wait.

I loved the characters and thought their romance was super romantic. I loved that they bonded over cooking, how cute is that? The plot was interesting and the pacing was just right.

Can't wait for the next book!