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This is the first time I've read one of Jillian Leigh's books and I'm really glad I gave her work a try. The book itself wasn't very long, but it was just the right size for a quick, light read. It's set in the Regency Period.

The book is about Hugh Trevalyn, who is popular with the ladies of the ton, has found the woman he wants to marry, Lucy Meriwether. The only problem is that years ago, in order to avoid all the matchmaking Mama's and hopeful Debs, he created a fictitious fiancé. He forgets about this when he proposes to Lucy (who is young and extremely weepy) but Lucy asks how he can propose when he already has a fiancé, he quickly tells her that they've broken it off. This is not good enough for Lucy, she wants to meet the woman and hear from her that Hugh didn't break her heart.

This is where the book starts getting interesting. Enter our heroine: Amelia Grant who has known Hugh forever (and secretly has loved him) but he only sees her as a friend. Hugh asks her to be his ex-fiance, travel to London with him and let Lucy know that she is fine with him marrying someone else. Amelia agrees, although it hurts her heart to see him with someone else.

Now they travel to london ... by themselves. The author brings this up by Amelia commenting that no one seemed to mind that she was traveling alone with him. There is no way this could have happened in reality without her being ruined no matter how old she is (which is probably in mid-30s)

The rest of the story progresses when Hugh begins to see Amelia in a different light and he starts realizing that he has more in common with her than with Lucy. His handsome (and younger) cousin, Aubrey St. Clair, is thrown in the mix when he pretends to be Amelia's new love interests and nearly ruins her by his attentions to her. He proposes, but seeing that he's only doing it because they create a small scandal, she refuses and he (relieved) leaves town. The way this happens is a little odd. I felt like the author didn't know what else to do with him so she quickly wrote him out of the story. It might have been more interesting if Lucy and Aubrey would have noticed each other... but no. We don't see him again.

Lucy is the one irritating spot in this novel. Which I believe she is suppose to be, but I never could get a good read on her personality. She was inconsistent and all over the place and would have been better had more precision and thought went into creating her. That being said, however, the other characters and their dialogue were entertaining and made this novella enjoyable to read.

Of course, since this is a romance, Amelia and Hugh find their way to being together, and I just wish this part had been strung out a little. It happens really fast and though I liked that it had an epilogue, the ending was just too fast.

Bottom line: The H & h are very likable and I rooted for them the whole way. I stayed engaged throughout, despite the few flaws that I mentioned above. This is what I call a "light and fluffy" book. Its witty, not too deep, there's no underlying mystery plot, just sweet romance. Perfect book for sitting by the pool or if you don't have time for a full-length novel.
Definitely worth buying.


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The Rules of Engagement edition by Jillian Leigh Romance eBooks Reviews

The Rules of Engagement is a delightful, regency romance novella. Leigh spins a humorous tale of how a gentleman meets a lady he would like to marry...the only problem is he's already engaged! At least that's what everyone thinks!

Long ago, to keep ladies looking for a husband away, Hugh Trevalyn made up an imaginary woman whom he told everyone he was engaged to. It was a perfect way to enjoy the company of other women without getting tangled into the marriage web until the day Hugh decides to ask Miss Lucy Meriwether to marry him. Claiming his engagement is no more, Miss Meriwether wants to meet this mysterious woman. In a moment of weakness, he agrees! Now, he must come up with a real person willing to play his ex-fiance! He enlists his dear friend Amelia Grant.

Ah, Miss Amelia Grant, I loved her! Hugh and Amelia have been friends for so long. They have a natural, comfortable relationship - the best of friends. Amelia is full of common sense, and she's pretty straight forward, telling it as it is. They love to have debates on all subjects, and he is always sending her books. Amelia, now into her 30s, has turned down a few proposals of marriage, hoping someday she would receive one from Hugh, but now he's asking her to pretend to be his former betrothal so he can marry another.

When Miss Meriwether wants to meet the man Amelia is newly betrothed to, it gets even more complicated! Hugh enlists his rakish cousin, Aubrey St. Claire, to be that lucky man. But you'll have to read it for yourself to find out how this comical scheme turns out!

I really enjoyed The Rules of Engagement! It had me laughing out loud a few times!

**I received an e-copy of the book for my honest review.**
Originally published at The Rookie Romance Blog.

When Hugh was younger he invented a sickly fiancée to keep the marriage-minded mamas and debutantes at bay. Now he has found the woman he adores and wants to marry, but Lucy won't agree to his proposal without meeting his ex-fiancée and making sure that the poor girl is quite happy without Hugh.
Hugh begs Amelia, his childhood friend, to come to London and pose as his ex-fiancée. Amelia reluctantly agrees, even though she has been in love with Hugh for years, but she has never been able to say no to him. In London, misunderstandings and scandalous rumours abound, and Hugh starts to see Amelia in a different light.

I really enjoyed this novella, it's fun and witty. Amelia and Hugh's close friendship was very obvious, they're really comfortable with each other.
Amelia is very direct and straight forward, she's really likable and friendly. You immediately feel for her, she's in her 30s now and has previously turned down proposals in the hope that Hugh would one day return her love.
Hugh is totally oblivious to Amelia's love, and is taken in by Lucy's blonde beauty. Hugh is also really likable, he's always been a bit of a rake but he's kind and honourable, and rather handsome!

When Hugh's rakish cousin, Aubrey, is added into the mix it provided the perfect eye-opener for Hugh. With Amelia and Aubrey flirting, Hugh can't help but feel a bit possessive and jealous. It's not long before he realises how attractive Amelia is, and starts to feel something other than friendship for her.

The Rules of Engagement is a fun, quick read, and a great introduction to Jillian Leigh's writing!

*I received a copy from the author, for my honest review. Thanks Jillian!
The usual trope of best friends, one of whom is in love with someone else, the story full of arguments and misunderstandings. Enjoyable froth.
This is the first time I've read one of Jillian Leigh's books and I'm really glad I gave her work a try. The book itself wasn't very long, but it was just the right size for a quick, light read. It's set in the Regency Period.

The book is about Hugh Trevalyn, who is popular with the ladies of the ton, has found the woman he wants to marry, Lucy Meriwether. The only problem is that years ago, in order to avoid all the matchmaking Mama's and hopeful Debs, he created a fictitious fiancé. He forgets about this when he proposes to Lucy (who is young and extremely weepy) but Lucy asks how he can propose when he already has a fiancé, he quickly tells her that they've broken it off. This is not good enough for Lucy, she wants to meet the woman and hear from her that Hugh didn't break her heart.

This is where the book starts getting interesting. Enter our heroine Amelia Grant who has known Hugh forever (and secretly has loved him) but he only sees her as a friend. Hugh asks her to be his ex-fiance, travel to London with him and let Lucy know that she is fine with him marrying someone else. Amelia agrees, although it hurts her heart to see him with someone else.

Now they travel to london ... by themselves. The author brings this up by Amelia commenting that no one seemed to mind that she was traveling alone with him. There is no way this could have happened in reality without her being ruined no matter how old she is (which is probably in mid-30s)

The rest of the story progresses when Hugh begins to see Amelia in a different light and he starts realizing that he has more in common with her than with Lucy. His handsome (and younger) cousin, Aubrey St. Clair, is thrown in the mix when he pretends to be Amelia's new love interests and nearly ruins her by his attentions to her. He proposes, but seeing that he's only doing it because they create a small scandal, she refuses and he (relieved) leaves town. The way this happens is a little odd. I felt like the author didn't know what else to do with him so she quickly wrote him out of the story. It might have been more interesting if Lucy and Aubrey would have noticed each other... but no. We don't see him again.

Lucy is the one irritating spot in this novel. Which I believe she is suppose to be, but I never could get a good read on her personality. She was inconsistent and all over the place and would have been better had more precision and thought went into creating her. That being said, however, the other characters and their dialogue were entertaining and made this novella enjoyable to read.

Of course, since this is a romance, Amelia and Hugh find their way to being together, and I just wish this part had been strung out a little. It happens really fast and though I liked that it had an epilogue, the ending was just too fast.

Bottom line The H & h are very likable and I rooted for them the whole way. I stayed engaged throughout, despite the few flaws that I mentioned above. This is what I call a "light and fluffy" book. Its witty, not too deep, there's no underlying mystery plot, just sweet romance. Perfect book for sitting by the pool or if you don't have time for a full-length novel.
Definitely worth buying.