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Otherwise Engaged

By: Joanna Barker
Narrated by: Noah Wall
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Constantly stifled by the rules of Society, spirited Rebecca Rowley enjoys finding ways to quietly - or not so quietly - rebel. But riding bareback and avoiding nosy neighbors are nothing compared to the thrilling secret she is keeping from her family.

When Rebecca’s quick thinking saves the life of a young girl, she unwittingly attracts the attention of the child’s dashing brother, Lieutenant Nicholas Avery. As that attention turns flirtatious, Rebecca is forced to tell him the truth: She is secretly engaged - to the one man her family would never approve of. Fortunately, Lieutenant Avery is a navy man with no wish to marry, or so they both assume as they enter into a friendship. Rebecca hopes to change her family’s mind about her betrothed, but the more she comes to know the handsome lieutenant, the more she wonders if she promised her hand too hastily.

After all her carefully laid plans are shattered during a family crisis, Rebecca must force her heart to decide. Should she stay true to the promise she made or fight for the future she’s only just begun to imagine?

©2020 Covenant Communications, Inc. (P)2020 Covenant Communications, Inc. Historical Historical Fiction Regency Heartfelt
Engaging Characters • Emotional Storytelling • Unpredictable Plot • Clean Romance • Fantastic Performance • Lovely Voice
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[4.5 stars]
Excellent writing and storytelling. The FMC, Rebecca, got to be a little annoying at times (the reason for the docked half-star) but overall she was a good character... And the MMC was awesome. The relationship is very well developed, as are the characters.

As a rule, I dislike love triangles, and this story is centered around one. We don’t really meet the secret fiancé until the end, however, so some of the angst common to love triangles is missing. That helps, but isn’t quite sufficient to fully cancel out the sour taste.

Noah Wall is the narrator, so I highly recommend the audiobook to those who like to listen.

Content:
There is no foul language, sex, or violence. The romance is limited to a few lightly descriptive kisses. There is no real mention of faith or God.

Excellent writing and storytelling

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A very enjoyable book with just a bit of angst but not so much that it became frustrating. A great story with engaging characters.

Good clean story

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Noah Wall is a great narrator with a lovely voice. The story was enchanting with a friends to lovers clean story.

Sweet story

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You know when you finish listening to a book, and you want listen again right after you finish, that it’s a good book. I loved all of the characters and how much chemistry and connection they had. I was hooked. The narrator did a wonderful job! Sometimes narration can ruin a book, but this one was perfect.

A new favorite

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I was torn with this book at first because I felt that the heroine was a bit selfish and immature but then it occurred to me that the author did a phenomenal job writing from the perspective of a late teen early twenty-something. Rebecca is refreshingly honest in her thoughts but dishonest in her actions and it showed complexity in the character. She became real and likeable to me. The hero, Nicholas is amazing - warm, kind, guarded and logical. I loved this book and the narration was superb.

Excellent

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Love the story. Love the narrator. I have listened to this beautiful story many times. I never get tired of the story.

A Beautiful Love Story

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I was somewhat hesitant to get this audiobook because of a few reviews but I'm so glad I took the chance it's so lovely . I love that her family is understanding and not snooty like so many of the era.This is a well written story that made me feel all the emotions.

Absolutely Love this book

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I enjoyed the story and characters. I found myself getting annoyed at times and wanting to reach out and grab the main character which told me I really liked the book lol. A clean read that took me on a ride full of emotion. ❤️

Really Enjoyed

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I loved this book. I loved the story and the narrator. It left me satisfied and completely happy.

There is also a heart-squeezing, swoon-worthy romantic scene (with just the right amount of heat) that will go down as one of my favorite moments from a regency romance.

Great listen!

Absolutely Worth the Credit

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What an absolutely charming book this was! These characters came to life in ways that were truly unique and set them apart in my memory. I absolutely was charmed by Nicholas from the very beginning and Rebecca, for all of her spunk and sometimes thoughtless actions, Wasn’t thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining heroine of the story. The narration was incredibly well done and I will surely be looking out for any books by Ms. Barker in the future!

Absolutely Delightful

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