Three Stars ⭐⭐⭐
This was a quick, easy light regency romance book.
Always the Second Choice is the twelfth book in Emily E.K. Murdoch’s Never the Bride series.
Olivia Lyminton is from a wealthy, but not titled family, she lives with her parents and sisters. Her twin sister, Isabella is engaged to the charming and handsome Colin Vaughn, Duke of Larnwick, and Olivia is forced to act as chaperone until the big day. However, on the morning before their marriage, Isabella disappears.
Olivia knows her twin sister better than anyone, so she decides to travel with Colin Vaughn, Duke of Larnwick, to find her sister so they can marry.
Olivia is anxious to get out of her sisters shadow and lead her own life, and the Duke is angry about being stood up by Olivia’s sister, Isabella.
I found the characters to be likable, however their motivations were unconvincing. I wasn’t convinced that Olivia had a great reason to leave her home and travel with a single man across the country. Also, I wasn’t convinced as to why the Duke would travel to find Isabella after she humiliated him by leaving on the day of their marriage.
However, the banter between the characters and the journey was fun. They both showed us a very human side to their characters, and I once I got over their motivations to take the journey, I was entertained along the way.
I would recommend this book for lovers of Regency Romance, and anyone up for a light enjoyable read.
This review is based on NetGalley ARC provided in exchange for an honest, unbiased opinion.