Book Review of 'To Catch a Coronet' by Grace Hitchcock

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Welcome back to another book review by yours truly! Today I am excited to share my thoughts on a historical romance by one of my favorite authors. This novel had me smitten from the beginning and I'm sure you're going to love it as much as I did.

I hope you enjoy my thoughts on this delicious historical romance and, as always, don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours!

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for To Catch a Coronet by Grace Hitchcock hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: To Catch a Coronet

Series: Best Laid Plans #1

Author: Grace Hitchcock

Publisher: Kregel Publications

Release Date: May 21, 2024

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Sometimes the only way to outsmart a scandal is to find a crown big enough to silence it

Muriel Beau, country baker turned heiress, can't stop instigating outrage. She discards two arranged engagements, then further antagonizes Kent society by publicly proposing to a baron at a ball. His rejection leaves her with no choice but to flee to the city and to secure a coronet so splendid that her peers will forget her debacles. The glitter of the London courts convinces Muriel that it's possible to find the future she dreams of, until she finds herself entangled in yet another escapade--one that may cost her more than her crumbling reputation.

After years of serving as a privateer under an assumed name, Captain Erik Draycott, heir to Draycott Castle and soon to assume his uncle's title of Earl, returns to his London home to find it in disrepair thanks to his longtime nemesis. A staunch bachelor intent on returning to his ship, the captain is shocked when his mentor encourages him to take a wife. But while his alleged pauper status causes the potential London brides to turn their noses up at him, the ladies of Kent have no such qualms and are eager to fill his coffers with their fathers' wealth.

Caught in a whirlwind of high society and high seas, Muriel and Erik navigate a risky undertaking that threatens their futures and creating stakes that soar above the masts of Erik's ship. Will Muriel's bold charm and Erik's daring bravery be enough to outsmart the scandal and secure a future as glittering as the crown Muriel seeks?

"To Catch a Coronet by Grace Hitchcock is perfect Regency! This hilarious novel has it all: sparkling dialogue, a spunky heroine with a penchant for baking, and a dreamy hero who loves her in spite of her antics. I loved it and highly recommend!" --Colleen Coble, USA Today best-selling author of Fragile Designs

My Review

To Catch a Coronet is to fall in love with a literary world and all of its quirky inhabitants. From the first few pages I knew this was going to be a different type of Regency read and I was correct in my initial assumption.

Muriel’s independence and the fact that she stays true to herself despite the pushback she gets from others in polite society is refreshing. She has a lightness about her that draws you in and when her and Erik share moments together it is nothing short of magical. The Captain compliments her in every way possible and you can feel the energy between these two vibrating off the pages. They are both such good-natured beings and have such big hearts that you would have to be heartless to not feel the tug on your heartstrings for their possible love match.

The story begins with one of the most embarrassing scenes I think I’ve ever read in a Regency-era novel. It was so incredibly cringe that I felt low-key embarrassed just reading it! I seriously wanted to reach through the pages and give Muriel a hug, even if the entire ordeal was her doing. From that moment on I knew this was a different story and devoured this novel like a delicious confectionery treat. There are moments that will make you feel mortified, others will make your blood boil, and many will make your heart swoon.

I loved this novel so much and am positively giddy with the prospect of future novels! I cannot wait to see where this series will take us next! My hope is that it will focus on one of Muriel’s best friends, as they were some of my favorite characters and I’d love to see their happily ever afters. Until then I can bask in the memories of reading this delicious novel.

My Rating: ★★★★★

About the Author

Grace Hitchcock is the award-winning author of multiple historical novels and novellas. She holds a Masters in Creative Writing and a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in History. Grace lives on the Northshore of New Orleans with her husband, Dakota, sons, and daughter.

Connect with Grace by visiting gracehitchcockbooks.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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(1) winner will receive a signed copy of To Catch a Coronet, a bookmark, and book-themed goodies!

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