Enchanting the Heiress (Hearts on the Heath)

Kristi Ann Hunter is one of my top, must read authors of regency romance. I cannot begin to express how much I enjoyed this third book in Hunter’s Hearts on the Heath series. From the gorgeous cover to the very last word, Hunter has produced a wonderfully entertaining book. The main characters, Harriet and Jonas, come from different backgrounds and even different classes of people. Both have long held issues that cause problems in their relationships – not only with each other, but with friends and family members as well. The banter and conversations between the two of them are delightful and fun. I loved that each chapter begins with a quote from a letter or journal. These added additional insight into the mindset of the characters. In addition, Hunter includes the references for any scriptures used in the story in a section in the back. I liked being able to read the entire scripture and find the reference for it right in the book. Although this could be read as a stand-alone novel, I recommend reading the previous two novels in the series first. The reader will be less confused by certain plot points and characters if the novels are read in order. I highly recommend this novel (as well as the first two books) for readers who enjoy the regency period. I was given a copy of this book by the publisher. All opinions are my own.

I could not wait to get my hands on this book. I have enjoyed every novel I have read by Hunter, and knew this one wasn’t going to be an exception. I first met the main characters in Winning the Gentleman. I loved every moment I spent with them, and couldn’t wait to get to see them again. Jonas is super unique, and I was dying to get to know him on a deeper level. His love for his sister is evident in everything he does, but when will he put himself first? There isn’t a harder worker than he is, but working all the time gives him no free time to explore what his real passions might be. I love that his sister Sophia sees that he needs more than just the satisfaction of a hard days work, and decides to do something about it. Harriet has been known to get things done. Her meddling helped Sophia land the man of her dreams, and Sophia knows she’s the woman to help. Little does she know Jonas isn’t Harriet’s biggest fan, and doesn’t trust a word she says. I loved watching Jonas and Harriets’ interactions, neither knowing what to expect from the other. Kristi Ann Hunter kept my interest the whole time and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen next. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Christian Romance. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers and was in no way forced to post a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Wonderfully Different ***** I found this story to be different, and wonderfully so. This story throws Harriet and Jonas together in a ruse of a writing collaboration. They work closely, with much of the story centered around the two of them, but with enough outside activity to keep things interesting. Jonas has no idea he can write, and Harriet intends to lead him to that conclusion. My absolute favorite scene was when he described wading in a stream, leading Harriet to want to experience it too. Her subsequent enjoyment of the experience was lovely. "He kept looking at her. She looked back at him. Around them the breeze blew and the trees swayed. The water trickled on, but time seemed at a standstill. “‘He hath made everything beautiful in His time.’” The words seemed to breathe out of him, becoming part of the encompassing swirl of water and wind and sun." I liked how they both had views of life that needed to make room for other possible ideas. This period romance was most enjoyable. ***** I was gifted this book for my honest opinion without expectation or compensation. ***** Series: Hearts on the Heath ***** 1. Vying for the Viscount ***** 2. Winning the Gentleman ***** 3. Enchanting the Heiress *****