A Convenient Fiction- Parish Orphans of Devon, Book 3

by Mimi Matthews

A historically rich novel with lush landscapes and fascinatingly complex characters.

A Convenient Fiction is the third book in the Parish Orphans of Devon series, in which one more of the Devon orphans finds redemption and haleness in his true love.

Alec Archer is a fortune hunter on the hunt for a wealthy landed heiress. After working his way up from his pauper beginnings, he now needs a wife to realize his dream of a home of his own.

Laura Hayes has been taking care of her invalid brother and weary Aunt since the death of her father. Her brother is finally coming to his age of majority, and they family will finally be able to take control of their former perfume business that has been left in the hands of their solicitor. Will Laura be able to take control of the business and save her family’s legacy? Or will a dashing stranger in their humble village and a seaside romp overturn all of her plans?

Mimi Matthews writing is a pure delight! Her sweet story and the rich history she weaves in are a treat for romance and history lovers both.

A Convenient Fiction- Parish Orphans of Devon, Book 3 by Mimi Matthews is scheduled to release October 22nd, 2019.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Perfectly Proper Press through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

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