HR-ML's Reviews > Hearts Entwined

Kisses-only Victorian. This had too much drama until the
story allowed several ladies to be more content & we saw
forgiveness. Not a cookie-cutter story. Slow in places but
still 4 stars.

This had two couples. Oliver was on the cusp of proposing
to Victoria. Her family experienced 'dun territory' & needed
an infusion of funds Oliver could supply. Victoria was crazy
in love w/ Elijah who served as a low-paying secretary with
ambitions to run for MP. Oliver & Sophie met at a ball 5
yrs prior & seemed compatible. But his parents (Mina+
Simon) clashed w/ Sophie's mom, Susannah, (with just
cause) & told him to cut the connection w/ Sophie. Whew!

The Nelson family hosted the aforementioned people at a
month long house party. Several folks shared unsolicited
verbal digs: Susannah, Hettie, Phyllis & Allen. Two played
a cruel joke on the hero's sister. At 1 point witchy Susannah
made a play for (30 yrs her junior) our hero Oliver!

Sophie (the h) & Victoria & others gained in confidence.
Most forgave: themselves for perceived faults or others.
My favorite scene? When Mina navigated a verbal rumble
with Susannah and won!