The Best Intentions

The Huntresses, Book 1

By: Sarah M. Eden

Narrated by: Luone Ingram

Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins

Publisher's summary

In the eyes of London Society, Gillian Phelps is suitable enough. Though the ton whispers about her change of residence, any speculation remains just that: ballroom gossip. No one—not even the other Huntresses, the group of ladies she calls her dearest friends—knows that she is harboring a devastating family secret. Gillian has become adept at hiding the reality of her circumstances, but the close quarters of a house party will test her ability to conceal the crushing truth. And with so many people to deceive, the late arrival of another guest is a most unwelcome surprise.

Despite his standing as a gentleman of the ton, in truth, Scott Sarvol possesses little more than two debt-riddled estates. When an opportunity arises to survey one of his properties, he travels north, only to find himself an unwitting guest at Artemis Jonquil’s house party. He is warmly welcomed by all—except the aloof Miss Gillian Phelps. But when Scott proves himself unexpectedly helpful in a crisis, his acquaintance with Gillian shifts from wariness to something warmer.

As both her charade and her feelings for Scott deepen, Gillian realizes that the truth could spell not only a devastating fall from Society but also a shattered heart.

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She did it again

Sarah M. Eden did it again with this book! I love how her characters are all woven together through her multiple series. Wonderfully written and a great distraction while folding laundry!

Love this author

I have read all of SME’s books and love them all. I enjoy this series, and look forward to more to come from the huntresses; hopefully Charlie’s group of friends too. Hope Springs is my favorite series by this author.

Loved it

4.5 stars
I love this world of Jonquils and friends. I love the tight knit connections and the fact that the Jonquils "save people". The main characters in this book aren't Jonquils except by Lady Jonquil adopting people into her circle of loved ones. I love seeing favorite characters from previous books show up in the more recent releases.
I've read the book (twice) and now listened to the audiobook and find I enjoy it more with each reading. The story of Gillian and Scott was full of angst since through the whole book, the path to their happily ever after was not obvious. Not to the characters or the reader. Of course Ms. Eden finds a way for them but it took a while to get to it. Both of them have been scarred by people who should have been their support systems and it caused a lot of self doubt which didn't help their cause.
I loved how perceptive Scott is about others, particularly Gillian, even when he isn't so perceptive about himself.
I did still wonder in the end, what the deal is with Scott's mother... I was hoping we'd find out more. Maybe it will come up in a coming book. Speaking of which, I am looking forward to the next in this series.

No sex, language or violence

Great Book

Oh great read. Interesting story line beloved characters that we know in love and new characters we grow to love. I highly recommend this book

Another Good One From Sarah

I love these characters. The burdens here are one not usually written about, so I appreciated that. The nature of them slowed the pace I think, but still very good.

Wonderful continuation of the Lancaster Jonquil Family

I really enjoy this narrator. She does a wonderful job!
I learned new information about ton expectations and biases.
This love story was fun and depicted well how people that are not blood relations can be our family. It also showed that even in difficult situations a solution can be found if you are willing to ask for help.

Always love Sarah Eden, but not the most gripping

Great narrator. Interesting challenges to overcome. Characters were a bit whiny and lacked confidence and zeal - but that was her point. Good to see them grow. Won't listen again, but didn't hate it.

Great story

It kept my interest and ended well. I loved the characters and am mystified by the ridiculous rules. They are lucky I didn’t live in that time.

One of my favorite historical romances

This is one of the best historical romances I’ve read lately. There was just the right amount of mystery mixed in.

Definitely not my favorite

Although this has ties to the Jonquil family, it’s not nearly as good. I love her novels but this is the first one I could have done without.