Burkard combines elements of Sense and Sensibility and The Importance of Being Earnest to craft a delightful and comedic story that will certainly please historical fiction aficionados and those who enjoy wholesome, romantic stories.
Kirkus Review
"Thoroughly enjoyable! A witty romp that will have you smiling and swooning throughout."
Reedsy
Miss Margaret Tavistock is promised in marriage by the wish of her dearly departed papa to Captain Rempeare. But the captain's been at sea for a decade. When she finally meets him, tempestuous sparks fly, and she impulsively adopts a daring false identity. Going by "Lady X," she vows never to marry such an infuriating man.
Captain Gabriel Rempeare is prepared to fulfill his duty and marry Miss Tavistock--if only he can clap eyes on her! Circumstances keep them apart, though he cannot seem to avoid the maddeningly lovely Lady X. When the two are thrown together in Mayfair, Miss Tavistock discovers the real nature of the captain, and regrets her subterfuge. But can such a noble man forgive deceit? Or has her mistake already cost her everything?
"What a fun story! Rarely does a book make me laugh so hard. I couldn't put it down!"
MaryLu Tyndall, Award-winning Author, The Reckoning
"A joy to read! Linore's superior command of Regency vernacular and the period are just exhilarating! She had fun writing this and it shows."
L.K. Simonds, Author, All In
"I really took my time, soaking in Miss Tavistock's Mistake... And what a great final chapter! I love how the author wrapped it all up. I'm only sorry it's over..."
Jody C. Blair, Reviewer
"I love it! The characters are great, the plot is fun. Is it weird to say it seems easily written? Like the characters are who they are and the author didn't have to force anything to make the plot work?"
Jaimee Dinnison, Reviewer
"Woo hoo! I love it! Ms. Burkard was on a roll with this one and having such fun. The reader can't help but have fun too!"
Regina Groeger, Reviewer
"Oh my goodness! What a great story! I was highly entertained. Found myself laughing out loud on more than one occasion. Highly recommend!"
Deborah Mitchell, Reviewer
"Such a treat to spend time in Regency England!"
Diane Engelhardt, Reviewer
"Miss Tavistock's Mistake brought the joy of reading a good book back into my busy life, and I'm excitedly waiting for the next one by Linore Rose Burkard!!"
Lisa G. Smith, Reviewer
"Miss Tavistock's Mistake is just the book to get me reading Regency stories again! I'm looking forward to reading more books by Linore Burkard!"
Mary LeSage, Reviewer