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I started this book on the recommendation of a friend. I don’t normally read romance especially historical romance. But from the first page this book drew me i n. And I enjoyed the many twists and turns until the satisfying and typical romantic novel ending.


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The FiveMinute Marriage Joan Aiken 9780446846820 Books Reviews

This wonderful tale held my interest from the first page. All the characters are finely drawn with a great deal of warmth and humor. Miss Catheret is alone in the world, trying to take care of her sick mother by teaching music. At a friend's urging she decides to get in touch with her mother's estranged family, hoping they will do their duty and help her as she is almost out of funds. Arriving at her mother's childhood home, and introducing herself, the family there declares she is an imposter, and they have been taking care of the REAL Miss Carteret all along, and her mother could not be alive, because she died giving birth. What ensues is a DELIGHTFUL romp and mystery. If you can find a copy you should read it! It is VASTLY entertaining!!!!!!!!
The plot Philadelphia Carter and her mother are forced to scrabble for a living. As a result of her mother's youthful indiscretion, the two women have no money, and no hopes of getting any. And yet, there is a possibility that an old relation might see his way to giving them a portion of the inheritance that should have been theirs, and so Delphie goes on a quest to Kent to see if she can secure her family's future. Plans go awry, the plot thickens, and we are introduced to a hero with nothing going for him except his expectations (and even those are low).

The good The heroine is plucky and loyal. Her beauty is mentioned but not harped upon, the author preferring to make more of her adaptability, intelligence, and resourcefulness (a nice change from the typical regency romance). Our hero, Gareth, is neither charming nor particularly handsome, but we like him because he is just as loyal and loving towards his own family, and the crosses he must bear (a harpy for a sister, 10 children underfoot, and a mess of debts not his own) make him ever more sympathetic to us and the heroine.

The bad Although we know there must be a romance happening in there somewhere, it can be somewhat difficult to find. There is evidence of regard in Delphie's thoughts and in Gareth's actions, but neither is particularly satisfying for either the protagonists or the reader. There is little (if any) sexual tension, and the happy ending happens without us really realizing that it's coming.

The bottom line It's Austenesque in its restraint, and the plot is healthy. But don't expect much romance. If you're looking for a modern take on the Austen type but with a bit more actual interest shown between the protagonists, read Indiscretion instead.
I loved everything about it. The mystery who is trying to poison/kill Delphie, Gareth, and or Mrs. Carteret. Is Elaine really a cousin of anyone? The premise of this wonderful daughter, Philadelphia (Delphia for short) giving music lessons and singing to support her ill mother and herself is sweet. Dealing with what seems to be dementia and other illness in a parent is a challenge and I love what Delphie says and just thinks in regards to her mother's whims. A temporary caregiver is especially good at curbing the wanderings of Mrs. Carteret which is a true gift. I loved all the characters Mr. Browty (a couple of students' father). he's direct but sweet, thoughtful and funny. Jenny and her sister anne who own the shop below Delphie's lodgings are a riot. This is a very witty novel with overtones of Georgette Heyer's style. Is Gareth truly as dark, brooding, uncaring and atrocious as we see him described in the beginning or are there concerns he is shouldering that seem to crowd out what kind of person he truly is? How can one participate in a fake wedding and end up really married? I just loved the romance, mystery, dialog, setting, descriptive elements, the Marshalsea, poets, morals, etc. This is a very good read for those who like a regency type romance with a tinge of mystery
Received my copy in good condition, and am happy!
It reminds me of the more madcap Heyers, but with a dash of Gothic treachery. Sinister cousins, mistaken identities, fake marriages, prison escapes, and brushes with death. A nice little comforting and amusing read for a rainy afternoon!
Murder on the rooftops, mistaken identity, scheming females, a paddle of children and yards and yards of furbelows. Joan Aiken once again spins a page turning tale. The genealogy does get confusing as do somewhat shifting names. But it’s a rollicking good read.
I started this book on the recommendation of a friend. I don’t normally read romance especially historical romance. But from the first page this book drew me i n. And I enjoyed the many twists and turns until the satisfying and typical romantic novel ending.