An Unlikely Match for the Governess Book Review
Loving him was so easy, but it was also hard.
So very hard.
Synopsis
The most unlikely match… might be the best fit! After the young twins she cares for are orphaned, their governess Aislinn will do anything to stay with them. So when their maverick uncle — aristocrat turned rancher Luke — returns to England, determined to gain guardianship, she proposes a convenient marriage! As an unexpected connection develops between them Aislinn begins to long for a real future with Luke. But his home is in Montana…could it be hers too?
REVIEW
Lauri Robinson’s An Unlikely Match for the Governess is an absolute emotional rollercoaster that throws you headfirst into a whirlwind of love, loss, and unwavering determination. This story expertly exposes the depths of villainy and despicability some characters can reach, making your heart ache even more for the ones you’re rooting for. Aislinn, the devoted governess to a pair of adorable orphaned twins, Fern and Ivy, faces the terrifying possibility of being torn away from the children she loves. Her fierce determination to keep her newfound family intact leads to an unconventional proposal: a marriage of convenience. What begins as a practical arrangement between Aislinn and Luke, the twins’ aristocratic uncle turned American Cowboy, evolves into a deepening connection that neither of them anticipated or even wanted.
One of the most endearing aspects of this novel is Luke’s natural, though not necessarily effortless, bond with Fern and Ivy. There’s something incredibly heartwarming about a man who genuinely connects with children, and the author beautifully captures the blossoming relationship between Luke and the girls. The relationship between Aislinn and Luke is tender, sweet, and exceptionally well-developed, given the limited time they’ve known each other before joining forces to do what’s best for the twins. You can feel the main characters falling in love in such a natural, intrinsic way. Their love story unfolds organically, which is honestly a pleasant and welcome departure from the rushed relationships often found in similar narratives.
The vivid descriptions, especially when Luke describes witnessing a tornado in America, add substance to the story. Additionally, you can’t help but get caught up in the emotions, whether it’s a long awaited first kiss, the (sweet and tastefully done) mature content, or the unexpected twists that keep you turning the page until the wee hours. There are definitely moments you’ll want to shout at the characters, especially when lies, deception, and misunderstandings come to a head; however, while frustrating, it all adds complexity to the plot, keeping you engaged and emotionally invested (really letting you love – or hate – the characters).
An Unlikely Match for the Governess is a wonderful tale of strangers to lovers (kind of)… more like, strangers to partners, to spouses, to friends… to lovers. This book beautifully proves that love can conquer even the most unexpected (or vile) challenges and circumstances. So, grab your favorite drink, settle into a cozy reading spot, and get ready for a seriously enchanting historical romance that will give you all the warm and fuzzy feels.
P.S. It’s probably generally a good idea to never tell a woman she reminds you of a cow… you’ll know what I mean when you see (read) it.
Author Profile
Lauri Robinson loves once upon a time and happily ever after stories, both to read and to write. She lives in Minnesota, and loves spending time with her family. When not writing, she volunteers for several groups, and enjoys Elvis music and watching NASCAR. Her western historical romances have received glowing reviews, and she’d love to be able to time travel back to the Wild West, but only for a visit… she believes there is a lot to be said for indoor plumbing and internet service.
TL;DR
- Rating: 4.5 stars | Genre: Historical Romance | Pages: 268
- Set in London, England and Montana, USA during the Victorian Era/ following Western Expansion
- Themes of love, loss, determination, lies and deceit, and misunderstandings
- Marriage of convenience, strangers to lovers, secondary redemption arc
- English Lord turned American Cowboy
- Devoted governess turned Lady
- Despicable secondary characters
- Emotional rollercoaster
- Vivid descriptions
- Wonderful character/plot development
