A Governess of Great Talents

The Governess Bureau, Book 1

By: Emily EK Murdoch

Narrated by: Jessica Bright

When a governess of great talents is required, there is only one place the nobility of England go: the Governess Bureau.

It was why Miss Meredith Hubert had worked so hard to gain her place there. Finishing with the Earl of Marnmouth's children, she is about to be given her next assignment—a Duke called Alfred Carmichael with a reputation to maintain and a half-brother who needs controlling.

Archibald is but eight years old, but already threatens to ruin the family's reputation as Alfred, the Duke, tries to maintain it. They have to be spotless as there are other families who wish to take their place in society. But Meredith has a secret to hide, and she's not the only one. Maids sent away in secret, items missing from the house—there is more than one mystery at Rochdale Abbey.

When a Duke falls in love with a governess, there's only one way this can end—in scandal.

As Alfred Carmichael tries desperately to retain his family's honor and fight his desire of Meredith, how will Meredith's Great Talents ensure a happily ever after for them all?

©2021 Emily EK Murdoch (P)2022 Tantor

Delightful story with likable characters

This was such a fun and funny story! Great narration that really brought the characters and setting to life. The leads were likable - smart, complex people finding their ways in life - and the supporting characters had real depth. I don’t understand why this doesn’t have 5 stars all around, as it was hard to stop listening. Well worth the credit!

Where was the hero and heroine again?

Story had potential but... the hero was bossed around by everyone, and she would save the day...as he stared.

A Wonderful, Entertaining & Romantic Story to start the series.

I enjoyed reading this book.

Jessica Bright did a Wonderful job narrating the Story.

Meredith & Alfred were wonderful characters.

I am looking forward to reading Anne & Timothy's story in the next book in this series.

Good story without being overly explicit

I enjoyed this trope of governess and “boss” and Archibald is delightful. There were times I got very frustrated with both of them because they just needed to talk it out, but overall a solid storyline. I also appreciate that the sexual tension is there but it doesn’t get overly explicit with descriptions.