A Lady of High Regard (Ladies of Liberty Book #1)

Tracie Peterson

Jul 2007 · Ladies of Liberty Book 1 · Bethany House

About this ebook

Born into affluence, Mia Stanley is a winsome socialite with a knack for matchmaking. She's also a writer for Godey's Lady's Book magazine, much to the disdain of her family--and their society friends. A proper young lady of her social standing isn't meant to labor in such a way, but Mia has always had a way with words...

When her writing draws her into the world of downtrodden seamen's wives on Philadelphia's docks, Mia uncovers a scheme that puts her in harm's way. But her heart ends up on the line as well...Has her determination to always make a match driven away the one man whose esteem she covets?

Ratings and reviews

Characters and situations not well developed. Makes the book hurried and shallow. Starts with an introduction to Mia being a matchmaker, and then instantly changes to focus soley on her work as a writer. Two pages later she suddenly quits her writing. Also, marching to the seedy part of town alone, to yell and threaten a rapist= stupidity in any era. Blames Garrett's frustrations with her stupid decisions, on being a woman as if she is being discriminated against and has to fight for freedom. Annoying

This was fun read. A little fun, a little danger, a little propriety, a little religion. Not too much of any, and I enjoyed it. However, I did feel a bit played like a fish on the line, waiting! So close and then nothing. The characters were well fleshed out,. Complete. I look forward to the next book.

This story was action from beginning to end. Also, this story had a lot of advice about how to live for the Lord. I know this was set in a different time period, but the things of God remains the same, unchanging forever.

About the author

Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 70 historical and contemporary novels including the HEIRS OF MONTANA, ALASKAN QUEST and LIGHTS OF LOWELL series. Her books make regular appearances on CBA bestseller lists. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She has also written the nonfiction book I Can't Do It All: Breaking Free from the Lies That Control Us (with Allison Bottke & Dianne O'Brian). She and her family live in Belgrade, Montana.