Gentleman Jim

Somerset Stories, Book 2

By: Mimi Matthews

Narrated by: Alex Wyndham

"A vigorous, sparkling, and entertaining love story with plenty of Austen-ite wit." (Kirkus Reviews, starred review)

"One of the most highly anticipated books of the fall historical romance lineup." (Austenprose)

She couldn't forget....

Wealthy squire's daughter Margaret Honeywell was always meant to marry her neighbor, Frederick Burton-Smythe, but it's bastard-born Nicholas Seaton who has her heart. Raised alongside her on her father's estate, Nick is the rumored son of notorious highwayman Gentleman Jim. When Fred frames him for theft, Nick escapes into the night, vowing to find his legendary sire. But Nick never returns. A decade later, he's long been presumed dead.

He wouldn't forgive....

After years spent on the continent, John Beresford, Viscount St. Clare has finally come home to England. Tall, blond, and dangerous, he's on a mission to restore his family's honor. If he can mete out a bit of revenge along the way, so much the better. But he hasn't reckoned for Maggie Honeywell. She's bold and beautiful - and entirely convinced he's someone else.

As danger closes in, St. Clare is torn between love and vengeance. Will he sacrifice one to gain other? Or, with a little daring, will he find a way to have them both?

©2020 Mimi Matthews (P)2020 Bee Audio

Critic reviews

"Matthews ups the ante with a wildly suspenseful romance...." (Library Journal, starred review)

"Readers who love lots of intrigue and historicals that sound properly historical will savor this one." (NPR)

An Excellent Love Story

Absorbing take eitu excellent characters. This is romance historical fiction, it’s not high level literature, but for what it is, it’s excellent. I enjoyed every moment of it and Alex Wyndham is always a gem of a narrator. I defy you to find a narrator who can play a more devastating rake! His deep warm baritone was made for this kind of book. Well written, well paced, excellent characters and a terrific love story. Highly recommended.

Clean Regency Romance

I really liked this story, especially listening to the narrator. I thought he was a little breathy when reading The Work Of Art, the first in this series, but I didn't notice that in this book. I think he really made the story for me, especially the male dialog.

I couldn't figure out why this was the second in a series, when there didn't seem to be a connection to the first book. Now I know! Book 3 ties them together. I actually have an ARC copy of that ready to read, but I will miss listening to it.

SU-PRISE! Intricately written

The narrators voice is just like whiskey. Loved listening to it. Everyone’s dialogue sounded dramatic but hey I’m reading a dramatic novel.

Mimi did a great job putting effort into the story and not just their relationship difficulties. It was a fascinating story, not just a fascinating dramatic relationship. There weren’t any graphic lovemaking scenes, and that helped add believability and enjoyment to the story she spent so much time on :)

Wish I could have had a second book about her friend though. I could have kept reading this… :)

So Good!

After finishing this book, I promptly began reading it again. The narrator was fantastic with many different accents and equally fantastic with both male and female voices. I highly recommend!

She’s done it again

I so delight in Mimi Matthews audiobooks! Great story, great narration. Some of it was a little predictable but it was all very enjoyable. If you like clean Regency Romance, you’ll love it. (Little bit of swearing and the kissing gets pretty steamy)