Brighton, England, 1813

When a romantic entanglement leaves her humiliated and reeling, Anna Lane wants nothing more than for her father to whisk her away from the gossip of the ton. Unfortunately, he has obligations elsewhere, leaving her stuck in London.

Graham Everett’s financial security depends on an investment with Mr. Lane, his long-time friend and business partner. He’ll do just about anything to secure it for his family, even if it means fighting spoiled, embittered Anna for her father’s attention.

Luckily, Mr. Lane concocts a plan that will give everyone what they wat, with one stipulation: Anna must accompany Graham to Brighton in her father’s stead and make a decision to invest—or not—based on a thorough report.

But it will take more than a day at the beach for these two headstrong hearts to admit that they’ve been wrong about each other. If they are willing to invest a little time working out their differences, they might have a chance at real love.

Megan Walker is one of my favorite Regency Romance authors. Her stories leap off the page, her romances are delightfully swoony, and her characters are both likable and relatable. Walker has firmly earned her place as an auto-buy author for me—I’ll eagerly read anything she publishes. One of the things I love most about her work is the clean, closed-door nature of her romances, with no language or spice, making her stories accessible and enjoyable for a wide audience.

I absolutely adored this story about Graham and Anna. I paired my reading with the audiobook, and the narrators did an exceptional job bringing the story to life. I highly recommend experiencing this tale in audiobook format. The story is told through a dual POV, allowing readers to hear from both main characters and gain deeper insight into their thoughts and feelings.

While I’m usually not a fan of the enemies-to-lovers trope, this book was a rare exception. The trope was handled so skillfully that I found it far more enjoyable than others I’ve read. Watching Graham and Anna’s relationship unfold was a delight. The story was filled with cute, swoony moments that made my heart giddy, but it also balanced those with depth and emotional resonance. This thoughtful mix kept the romance from feeling superficial and added layers to their connection. I also loved that they behaved like mature adults in a thoughtful, well-developed relationship, demonstrating open and effective communication. Their witty and playful banter added an extra layer of charm and made their interactions even more enjoyable.

The side characters were another highlight, especially Graham’s mother and his two younger sisters. The family dynamics were heartwarming, and there were plenty of humorous moments, particularly with the youngest sister. The blending of the two families created a cozy, found-family element that I absolutely loved.

The English seaside setting was equally captivating, with its charming outdoor excursions and lively events. The variety of activities kept the story engaging and far from dull. This book is perfect for spring or summer reading, but even in the heart of winter, it brought warmth and cheer to my days.

Overall, this story is a gem, and I can’t recommend it enough to fans of Regency Romance or anyone looking for a heartwarming, clean love story with depth and charm. Highly, highly recommend!!