Unrequited: The Donovans, Book 0.5
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Unrequited: The Donovans, Book 0.5 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Martha Keyes (Author), Penelope Rawlins (Narrator), Dreamscape Media (Publisher)
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Elena MacKinnon has spent the last seven years training to become a proper English lady. When her childhood friend, Captain Theo Donovan, returns from serving in the Navy, he brings along with him Elena’s humiliation for the ill-advised and ardent love letter she wrote him before his departure, which he ignored entirely. Elena hopes to simultaneously stifle his memory of the letter and make him regret overlooking her, showing him just how fine an English lady she can be. The only problem? She is not English but a proud Scot—and her heart may be more enamored with Theo than ever.

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  1. Listening Length
    5 hours and 3 minutes
  2. Author
    Martha Keyes
  3. Narrator
    Penelope Rawlins
  4. Audible release date
    April 18, 2023
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Dreamscape Media
  7. ASIN
    B0BX4N9NXH
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 5 hours and 3 minutes
Author Martha Keyes
Narrator Penelope Rawlins
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date April 18, 2023
Publisher Dreamscape Media
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0BX4N9NXH
Best Sellers Rank #127,686 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#1,236 in Regency Romance
#2,495 in Scottish Historical Romance (Books)
#8,676 in Historical Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Love this novella!!!!
I loved reading ‘Unrequited’ by Martha Keyes! Such an intriguing, beautiful, wonderful story that I didn’t want to put down! This book is a prequel novella to The Donovans series. Years ago Elena wrote a letter proclaiming her undying love to Theo Donovan, her childhood friend when he leaves for the Navy. He never answers that letter and she is mortified! When he returns 7 years later she’s determined to prove to him that she is now a proper lady and one to not be overlooked. Her heart might still be affected by him, but how does he feel about her? Elena is Scottish with wild hair and a wild spirit! I loved her accent and her kind heart! Theo is a handsome and dreamy sea captain who is a wonderful friend. I loved both Elena and Theo, and their story! Their childhood memories were my absolute favorite!What I loved:🤍I loved how this novella introduced me to the Donovan family and I can’t wait to read Diana’s story next!🤍Beautiful immersive writing, and I loved the theme of this book!🤍Unrequited love, best friend’s brother, childhood friends tropes done beautifully!🤍Memorable moments included letters and a beach cave.This book sure made me swoon and smile! It is such a lovely novella that you really don’t want to miss!
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Top reviews from the United States

D bank
5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely love story
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024
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I had read this book years before and had forgotten when I downloaded it this time. I recalled bits and pieces as I reread it, but it was still just as enchanting. Maybe a tad slow in a few spots,but well worth the time. I took away several important lessons about myself and how I unfortunately wear a mask to please others. This is something I shall endeavor to let go of (again).
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SL K(The Flipped Page)
4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet romantic fall.
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2023
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Romance, sweet, period; series but standalone read
This was a sweet romantic fall. The seaside setting, lovely moments with Theo. Watching the quiet moments between them was satisfying and sweet. Their lovely moments on the beach, their looks, moments of conversation, made for a lovely, sweet fall. Elena was a great character. The supporting characters were good too, and my only complaint is not seeing a bit more of them. Loved the coastal ocean setting.
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Brandi S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Prequel - loved these characters and their story
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2023
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"Unrequited" The Donovans #0.5

Oh my goodness - I loved this story, enough so that I hoped to find the audiobook and I would've listened to it again (I like to listen to books I am familiar with as I fall asleep). Sadly, I didn't find it available in my library app or on Scribd, but that doesn't mean I wouldn't purchase the audiobook at some point. I really, truly loved this story. I am excited to move on to the official first book in The Donovans Series.

What I think I truly enjoyed was when Elenda finally acknowledged who she was, and who she desired to be, things fell into place for her. She stopped hiding herself, stopped trying to just conform for conformity's sake, and allowed her wonderful and vibrant heritage to emerge, even though it didn't fit in with societal norms. And she was loved for it! There aren't really any "bad guys" to deal with, just parents doing what parents do. That was refreshing too. It was a normal and relatable tale for the time period it is.
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Ginnie
5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn’t put it down!
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2023
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I had to buy the audible version to continue the story when I had to drive! I finished the story in one day because I couldn’t put it down! It made me smile and long for Scotland and the sea! Great story!!!
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Tottenville
4.0 out of 5 stars solid and sweet
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2023
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This is a solid story. I actually read all the other Donovan series’ books before this one. Although this one was well written, the others were all a little stronger…this one was just a little less exciting for me…a little mild.
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Stephanie 8282
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a charming, sort of edge-of-your-seat read...
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2023
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I've loved stories concerning the Navy since A, going to school near the USNA, B, reading Persuasion. The Donovans are a naval family, and have had the distinction of being raised on ship. This story follows Theo, the oldest Donovan scion, and his welcome home after making captain. His story is paralleled by Elena, goddaughter of Admiral Donovan (a stalwart, hard man you see as the near-villain in this story), who was a companion to his mother as she was in declining health and subsequently died.

This is charming, a bit heart-rending, and relatable, as we see Elena trying to please everyone but herself but in the process, she hides who she is. It all ends well, though! I loved this novella (the whole series) and will be reading it again.
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Tiffany W
3.0 out of 5 stars SWEET BUT LACKING
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2023
It was a sweet story, but I felt like it lacked any real detail about the love story. There wasn’t any real backstory just the unanswered letter. I felt like most of the content in the book was with the H and h separated being spoken from her perspective. When they were together, there sweet little moments that showed they were friends, at least when they were kids. They got their happy ending but it wasn’t until the end so there wasn’t enough of that sentiment in the book. Overall, it was a cute, clean romance.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2023
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Well written. Kept my interest. Likable characters except of course for the unkind mother of a certain young gentleman. She was totally believable. Not over the top. Just a normal snooty snob. Unique plot. Very enjoyable.
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Morgan Giesbrecht
5.0 out of 5 stars This series has my heart!
Reviewed in Canada on April 26, 2023
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4.5 ⭐️

I read this book last even though it was supposed to be first (oops!), and it’s lovely to see how much the Donovan siblings has grown and found love along the way!

Theo & Elena are adorable, and I loved the childhood friends angle.

I didn’t expect to fall in love with this series as much as I did. Now it’s a new favourite & one I can’t wait to add to my bookshelves!
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