The Unassuming Curator by Sian Ann Bessey

The Unassuming Curator
by Sian Ann Bessey

ISBN-13: 9781524423131
Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Covenant Communications
Released: April 11, 2023

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
Emily Norton loves nothing more than losing herself within the pages of a good book. But the solitary pastime is poor preparation for participating in the dreaded London Season. Her trepidation over formally entering Society is all-encompassing, until she stumbles upon an enigmatic gentleman digging up flowers in a hedgerow. Before she can learn his name or the reason for his unusual activity, however, she is whisked into a carriage bound for London.

Henry Buckland has a secret: he cannot discern the difference between certain colors. It’s a particularly difficult disability for the curator of natural history at the British Museum. At his parents’ dinner party, he discovers the intriguing young lady he met on the country lane. As Emily and Henry become formally acquainted, they discover a shared love of science and nature that makes them ideally suited. However, Henry is not alone in his admiration for the young woman. As the competition to woo Emily escalates, so, too, do tensions at the museum. When an unexpected danger threatens Henry’s livelihood―and life―it appears he may not have the chance to win Emily’s heart after all.


My Review:
The Unassuming Curator is a romance set in 1790 in England. Emily loves learning and reading. Henry doesn't really need an income but works as a natural history curator. With some nudges from a matchmaking relative, their shared interests (flowers and butterflies are discussed) bring them together. They became friends and more as they spent time together. They supported each other and built each other up. The main characters were engaging and reacted realistically to events. Historical details about the museum and time period were woven into the story. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this very enjoyable romance.


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