A Most Noble Heir

This is a wonderful historical romance! There are many delightful characters in this book. There are even some that it was very hard to like or connect with. All of them were extremely well developed. By the end of the book I had even found some redeeming qualities in those that I didn’t like. The story itself was fantastic. I was caught up in the drama of it and at times had to MAKE myself put the book down to deal with real life stuff. The way that the lives of the different characters entwined was fascinating. The descriptions of how the nobility relate to their servants was great. It was nice to see the comparison of how two different members of the aristocracy treat those beneath them was great. I received a free copy of this book from the author. I have chosen to write this review to express my personal opinion. Disclaimer: *Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a copy of this book for free in the hope that I would mention/review it on my blog. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion - which I've done. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.*

I loved this book. One of my favorite types of stories is the story of forbidden love that conquers boundaries. This story begins with a love between two servants, but that all changes one fateful day. When Noble learns of who his biological father is, his life will never be the same. He’s always been curious about who the man is and why he’s not around. Now that he knows, he can’t help but wonder, would his life have been better if he remained ignorant? Now that it’s out in the open he’ll never know. His love for Hannah is true and as real as it comes. Being an Earls son comes with certain rules and regulations. Will true love prevail? I could hardly wait to find out. Mason kept me turning page after page waiting to see what would happen next. I loved the humor mixed in with the drama, and wasn’t ready for it to end. I grew to love each character and wasn’t ready to say goodbye. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Historical Romance. I received a copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers and was in no way forced to post a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

•°o•:*:•.COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN.•:*:• o°• I received this book in yesterday’s post (I just love saying post – don’t you?), took some time to photograph it, brew a pot of lemon-lavender tea with a sprig of rosemary and settled in with a cozy blanket at 2:10pm. I only paused to feed the kitties and whip up a speedy dinner of eggs with toast and continued reading (thank goodness for book stands!) while eating because it was that good. I finished at 10:42pm! What an enjoyable 8.5-hour read! Note to self: Susan’s books suck you in. Plan accordingly ;) *****Derbyshire, England 1884*** Nolan Price is the 21-year-old stable hand at Stainsbury. He has grown to love Hannah Burnham, a kitchen maid that arrived when he was 14 and she was 13 following her mother leaving her there to work. He has finally saved enough to buy a small neighboring farm and give Hannah, her sister Molly, and his mother a better life. However, his mother has suddenly taken ill and reveals a long kept secret that he is the son of the Earl of Stainsbury whom he loathes. If he should agree to take his place among the aristocracy he will not be allowed to marry below his station. Outraged at this revelation, he decides to elope with Hannah, convincing her of his love and that it is the best way to ensure they are accepted as “one”. Hannah has always felt small, unimportant, and abandoned ever since her mother forced her into service, but kept her sister Molly. Nolan has been the one constant in her life. He is tender and kind, the man she prays with. He is her future. **Edward Fairchild is shocked to find that his son is alive and further has been right under his nose all these years. His son-in-law and current heir to the estate, Orville Fairchild, is a loathsome, gambling infantile man. He makes plans to train Nolan and turn him into a proper gentleman worthy of a title and Hannah does not fit into those plans. He will take whatever steps are necessary to ensure she does not get in the way. **Iris Hartford is a fantastic character! Without giving to much away; she is a breath of fresh air, tells it like it is, is gentle but commands a room and the most delightful fairy godmother type one could hope for! **This story has many twists and turns as well as dangerous situations which elevate it further. Through it all, faith balances the story nicely, but not perfectly because no one is perfect in their faith. As the wise and loveable Scotsman Bert says, “Sometimes we have to hear God’s message several different ways before it finally takes root.” (smile – is that not the truth?!). **Tea Moment (and there are several, yay!) She nodded and wiped her own face. “Come back to the kitchen, and I’ll make you some tea.” Like his mother, Hannah believed a cup of tea could cure anything. © 2018 Bethany House - Book available March 6, 2018* 364 pages * *Thank you to Bethany House and the lovely author for an advance copy to review. My opinion is my own and given freely. Keep updated on the author’s website, Susan Anne Mason dot net*** I believe this is a stand-alone book and not a series.