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Lady Fortescue Steps Out

By: M.C. Beaton
Narrated by: Davina Porter
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Summary
 The first book in M.C. Beaton's charming Poor Relation series.

What do you do if you are of noble stock, but impoverished, and living in London with a certain style to maintain?

One has to work... but One's relatives will be appalled when One turns One's hand to trade - and opens a hotel, The Poor Relation, offering employment to others of the same social standing and in the same awkward situation. This is precisely what Mrs Fortescue decides upon and, together with friend Colonel Sandhurst, transforms her decrepit Bond Street home into a posh hotel, offering guests the pleasure of being waited upon by the nobility.

So with the help of other down-and-out aristocrats they do just that - and London's newest, and most fashionable! - hotel is born... much to the dismay of the Duke of Rowcester, Lady Fortescue's nephew, who is convinced his aunt's foray into trade will denigrate the illustrious family name!

'Romance fans are in for a treat' - Booklist

'[M. C. Beaton] is the best of the Regency writers' - Kirkus Reviews©2012 AudioGo Ltd Historical Historical Fiction Regency

Critic Reviews

icely atmospheric, most notable for its gentle humour and adventurous spirit
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Such an enjoyable listen. This book has a variety of characters and plots. The whole series is fantastic. Fabulous author and wonderful narration.

Brilliant!

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Fun fun fun. If this book is anything to go by, I cannot wait to binge through the entire Poor Relations series. It's certainly not the usual Regency fare. This lot are a motely crew, as are the supporting characters, but I found Sir Phillip's brazen personality most entertaining. The narrator's performance is stellar. Definitely worth the credit. I wholeheartedly recommend.

Delightful

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A lovely lighthearted fun story with lots of humour. Davina Porter is wonderful as always!

Wonderful & humorous

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