Vying for the Viscount by Kristi Ann Hunter

Vying for the Viscount by Kristi Ann Hunter ISBN-13: 9780764235252 Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Bethany House Released: August 4th 2020

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from NetGalley:
For Hudson, the newly titled Viscount Stildon, moving to England from India where he was born and raised was already an arduous enough endeavor. When he learns the fate of the racing empire he inherited along with his title depends upon him getting in the good graces of another stable owner, he's even more at a loss.

The stable at the neighboring estate has been Miss Bianca Snowley's refuge for years, and when a strange man appears to be stealing the horses, she jumps to their protection without a second thought. Upon learning Hudson is actually the new owner, she can't help but be intrigued by the area's newest eligible bachelor.

Any thought of romance is quickly set aside, however, when Hudson proposes they work together to secure suitable spouses for each other. As their friendship grows, Hudson and Bianca begin to reconsider what they truly want in life. But will societal expectations and the weight of their responsibilities keep them from pursuing their true desires?


My Review:
Vying for the Viscount is a Christian historical romance set in 1817 in Newmarket, England. Hudson had to deal with the differences between India and England as well as his desire to fit in and impress the owners of the other racing stables. After hearing the rumor that a highly sought after stud will be made available to the man that marries Lady Rebecca, he decided that was the way to gain a respectable wife along with the admiration of others for good horse breeding. Bianca agreed to help him with things like the local dances and social customs. In return, he'd nudge some friends in her direction that were decent men who liked a woman who loves horses. As their friendship grew, it was obvious to everyone how well suited Hudson and Bianca were but Hudson's blind to it because he's so focused on achieving his goal.

The overall tone of the story was lightly humorous. The characters were engaging, caring, and they reacted realistically to events. Hudson and Bianca quickly became good friends due to shared interests and a similar sense of humor. There was some tension since Bianca was being pressured to choose a good match for herself while wishing she could marry Hudson. I appreciated that the courtship of Bianca was not rushed at the end just so that the author could wrap things up with a marriage. There was some praying, and Hudson learned to trust God more. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this enjoyable historical romance.


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