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The Virtuous Ward by Karla Darcy
4.0

Once again, Ms. Darcy delivers a fun romp through the Regency era. When Endurance "Amity" Fraser's parents died, she was appointed a guardian, who also died. His 21-year-old son was then assigned the task, but at 21, Max had no interest in playing nursemaid to a 10-year-old klutz. He assigns a solicitor to see to her well-being and upon Amity's 21st birthday, it is determined that she should "come out," after living her life alone but for servants and governesses. Amity has learned to adapt, and under the tutelage of her governess, she has grown into a self-assured young lady, although without a family around her, she is also a bit more free spirited. As she enters Max's home to begin the process of placing her on the marriage market, she throws his sense of order into upheaval.

The story is well written, light-hearted and a fun read. I would recommend it. The only thing holding me back from five stars is the number of typos that I continue to trip over in Ms. Darcy's novels.