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A New Beginning: A Regency Romance (The Spinsters Guild Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Rose Pearson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Can Emily, a widow, help others find love, and have a chance at love herself?

Lady Emily Smithton has returned to society with the sole objective of enjoying herself. Having completed her mourning for her late husband, she has no intention of finding herself a new husband nor even allowing herself to be courted by a gentleman. But when an old beau reappears in the form of one Lord Havisham, Emily begins to wonder whether her heart can remain as resolute as she had hoped!

Emily discovers that she has something of a follower in young Miss Bavidge, who longs to have the same confidence, gentility, and determination as she. Near to being regarded as a spinster, Miss Bavidge begs for Emily’s help in finding a husband for both herself and her friends. Emily loves a challenge, and Miss Bavidge and her friends certainly need help, but will Emily be able to aid her? And what will become of Lord Havisham and his intention to pursue Emily until she consents to his courtship?

This book is the first book of a series about The Spinsters Guild, a group of imperfect ladies who are almost “on the shelf.” Can Lady Emily help them find their perfect match before it is too late? Note that Lady Emily does not finalize her match in this story!
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    The Spinsters Guild
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I really enjoyed this book and the inspiration it brings to young girls whose lives are controlled by the men of the times! I love these regency books and love seeing the ones courageous enough to push against the strict rules of the ton! If u like regency novels them Rose Pearson is the queen of them! It feels as if she herself lived in those times. She makes the books feel so real you feel as if you are there yourself!
I always enjoy Rose Pearson's books and recommend any and all.


The book keeps you on the edge of your seat waiting to see how things progress, and I'm really looking forward to where the author takes their stories.


Loved how strong Emily became after her husband passed and Viscount Havisham had to really work to get any attention from Emily.


I love this book and will bewaiting breathlessly for the next book in the new series! I am so excited toread a new series from Rose Pearson! She is a wonderful author and I haveenjoyed reading her books.
I do love a good book but Iespecially love a good book by Rose Pearson and as usual she did notdisappoint.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07SCWR3G6
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Landon Hill Media (June 1, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 1, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2421 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 108978581X
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Rose has read her way through countless romances over the years, “borrowing” them from her older sisters, and hiding them from her mother (Mom didn't like the sexy book covers!)

She has a special love for Regency romances and when she began writing, the Regency period was a natural place to start. The ton, the wealthy families, the Season, the dilemmas, and yes, the marriages, have always fascinated her. She loves a happy ever after! Now she is happy to bring this passion to her stories and share it with her readers.

On a personal note, Rose lives in North Carolina, is married, and has a terrier that barks too much. She enjoys taking him for walks to tire him out!

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GretelW
5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT BEGINNING FOR A NEW REGENCY SERIES BY A GREAT AUTHOR
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2020
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Great start for a new series by Rose Pearson. It was well written with lots of twists and turns. It was sad to see that Emily had to endure 2 years in a terrible marriage but it did help her grow in strength and character. Lord Haversham has to prove himself after he turned her down. Her father wasn't very nice and only out for his gain. Hopefully she can stand up against him if he shows up in the sequel. Thanks Rose for a great book. I look forward to reading the next book in the series. You do have to continue in the series to get all the answers.
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Pamela R Mitchell
4.0 out of 5 stars A New Beginning
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2019
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A great new start to the Spinsters Guild series by Rose Pearson with captivating characters and an engaging story that kept me entertained and intrigued from the first word to the last. I really liked Lady Emily Smithton who is confident, strong, independent, determined and loved her dynamic with the other characters. I look forward to reading more Regency adventures of the Spinsters Guild by this gifted author. I received an advance reader copy of A New Beginning from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
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Editor in transition
3.0 out of 5 stars An intriguing idea
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2023
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But it has a slow start. Although two of the potential spinsters are introduced early on, this is Emily's story, or at least half of it.
It's told in the simple belabored way of so many of the Regency romances lately. It takes Emily whole chapters of interior repetitive monologue to decide if Lord Havisham will be allowed forgiveness and to come back into her life. Meanwhile the spinsters are only mentioned once until the big scene at the end. And the Havisham situation is continued so no doubt will not be resolved until the last novel in this series.
I'm curious if the next novel contains a resolved romance.
The writing is acceptable despite some anachronistic speech.
Not the best or worst I've read. This writer shows promote.
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Cindy in GA
5.0 out of 5 stars Ms Pearson has done it again!
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2020
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I really had no idea what A New Beginning would hold. I love Rose Pearson's writings. Each book has a uniqueness to it that sets it apart. This book is no exception. Selfish father arranges a marriage for his daughter with a lecherous old man twenty-five years her senior. Emily soon realizes she has no choice but to go through with the unwholesome arrangement, knowing that she is walking into an even worse relationship than the one she has with her father. When she realizes that she has the ability to change this relationship by refusing to cower to her husband's ridiculous demands, Emily experiences a sense of freedom and self respect like nothing she has ever felt. Her husband is angry, but impotent in making her submit to his will. Emily has come into her own. When her husband dies after falling off his horse, Emily fulfills the demanded year of morning before returning to London and the beau monde society. As a widow, she has none of the restrictions holding her back from being who she is, and she is not shy about letting others know. At this point, Emily is asked for help from two strangers, young women who have not yet married, who want her to help them find husbands. At first dismissing the idea (after all, she didn't even find her own, he was forced upon her!), Emily becomes aware that she is in an excellent position to helpthese girls as well as herself. With just a bit of planning, The Spinsters Guild is formed....let the fun begin.....

I got this book in a giveaway, mostly because of the author's name on it. Ms Pearson always writes winners, and this book, though a prequel, is another one. Thanks for a very goodread; I am looking forward to the sequels!
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diana jaycox (my friends call me DJ)
4.0 out of 5 stars I hate cliffhangers but for the sake of what may be a delightful series, I will tolerate it!
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2021
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A New Beginning, book 1 in Rose Pearson's Spinsters Guild, is based on a very original premise. Rose's main character,has not only survived a tragic marriage but has grown into a strong, independent woman. She becomes a beacon of hope to young women in similar circumstances who ask for her help. The Spinsters Guild is born.
I was fascinated by the synopsis for this novel and had to read it. Rose Pearson has done a wonderful job in setting up this story. In a New Beginning she has developed her main character's and created the world they inhabit. It is a world that most modern women have come to hate, where woman have few rights and are bartered like livestock in order to improve the family coffers. Rose Pearson draws the reader into this world as naturally as if you lived in it. The only complaint I have, is that as soon as I was fully engaged in the story, it ends! Yes, it ends in a cliffhanger! I will forgive her though, as I am thoroughly engaged in this story and can't wait to start book 2!
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Kindle Customer MKH
5.0 out of 5 stars Emily and Lord Havisham
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2020
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Emily's father is determined to marry her off to Lord Smithton against her wishes. So she asks Lord Havisham to help her by asking for her hand. Lord Havisham refuses simply because he doesn't fear it proper. Two years later she is back in London for the season. She is finally able to feel like she doesn't have to continue to wear her mourning clothes or widow's rags. What she is not prepared for is the pull that Lord Havisham still holds on her. Will these two get a chance at love after all? What of the two ladies that have asked her for help? Will her father convince her to go home with him? Only one way to find out, read this great story by Rose Pearson. Only this is but the first book.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Courage
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2021
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This is my 2nd reading of this book. I had to stop about halfway through because of my disgust for Havisham's behavior in his pursuit of Emily. I ask myself a question and it is how was a lady to discourage the attention of an unwanted suitor. The only way was to give him the cut direct but Emily didn't have the courage or desire to do so. She could have hired some thugs off the docks to give him a few broken bones and I believe he would've gotten the message. But alas the ton didn't do that kind of thing because it might cause a scandal and we couldn't have that. Better luck with the next read where we will have the old standby scenarios where the ladies faint on cue, cannot walk because of trembling legs, cannot eat and push their food around their plates and are constantly blushing. But we must have the lady kidnapped to top it off.
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LakeLady
5.0 out of 5 stars Recommend
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2020
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This is an introduction and background to the series which appears to me to be quite intriguing. A different topic, but certainly a realistic one, for women of the period.
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Janet Lesley
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 3, 2019
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What a lovely start to a new series, again this book by Rose Pearson was well written and an enjoyable read. Each time I read a book such as this my heart bleeds for the way women were treated in the Regency period, with the majority of them knowing they were only a commodity, dear Emily was no different but it was heart warming to read how after 2 years of abuse she had gained confidence, and a strength so out of character for her. Lord Havisham the hero was a sweetie but Emily had the right of it to keep him at arms length until he proves himself. I do wonder if we have heard the last of Emily's father, I wouldn't be surprised if he popped up again
I look forward to the remaining books and would thoroughly recommend this read.
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Wildfly56
4.0 out of 5 stars A gentle romance
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2022
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A enjoyable read, well written with a focus on helping other women survive the season of balls and the catty community.
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SG
3.0 out of 5 stars Ok
Reviewed in Canada on February 21, 2020
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A typical story of a young woman forced into an arranged marriage to an older man by her nasty father. What happens after is a bit unexpected with a couple twists, a LOT of repetitive back and forth thinking, and at the very end the creation of "The Spinsters Guild". This is a fairly short story and ends with a cliffhanger.
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Lynette Seaton
3.0 out of 5 stars Worth a read
Reviewed in Australia on March 15, 2020
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it was a easy book to get into
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