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Not Quite a Countess

Prequel: The Audacious Ladies of Audley

About the Book

Five squabbling guardians.

Three rivals for an earldom.

And one dashing cavalryman threatening to overset it all…

At fourteen, Arabella Audley inherited her father’s Scottish barony—but was denied his English earldom. Shuffled between five quarrelsome guardians for six long years while Parliament dithers over naming the Earl of Audley’s rightful heir, Belle’s tired of being used as a pawn. This year, at the King’s Birthday Ball, she’ll finally risk a gambit of her own.

The prize? Her beloved Audley Priory, and the chance to serve to its people. The plan? Broker a betrothal to one of her rivals for the earldom. A perfectly sensible strategy—until a rakishly handsome cavalry officer checkmates Belle’s schemes, challenging everything she thought she ever wanted… 

Caught between legacy and love, audacious Belle must decide how far she’ll go to secure the life—and heart—she truly desires.

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Reviews

“…a delightfully entertaining romp…. If you’re after a Regency-set romance that’s clever, warm, this is your cup of tea. Not Quite a Countess is absolutely worth the read.” —Historical Novel Society

“Bennet creates an engaging heroine whose struggles feel both period-appropriate and relatable to modern readers. The historical research is excellent, and the Georgian setting provides a fresh backdrop for historical romance readers accustomed to Regency-era stories.” —Amazon reviewer

“A whirlwind romance that was witty, warm-hearted, and delightful. I highly recommend reading!”—Amazon reviewer

“Readers looking for an enchanting romantic read rich in humor, history and heart, need look no further.” —Amazon reviewer

 

The Details

Published: June 23, 2025
Publisher: Bliss Bennet Books
Pages: 128
Formats: EbookPaperback
ISBN-10: 978-1-7378455-5-3ISBN-13: 978-1-7378455-6-0ASIN: B0DT1MHBML
Genres & Tropes
Regency Romance, Georgian Romance