Advocating for The Lady

The Lady Series: The Gillingham Collection, Book 2

By: Daisy Landish

Narrated by: Zane Boyer

Penelope Gillingham is no stranger to the pressures of making a match, but her father’s insistence on a hasty marriage to any eligible titled gentleman baffles her. When she meets a Duke who shares her progressive views on the abolition of slavery, Penelope dares to imagine a future built on love rather than obligation. But as her family’s expectations close in, Penelope must find the courage to fight for what she believes in.

Advocating for The Lady is an inspiring clean Regency romance about love, principles, and standing up for what’s right, even in the face of society’s demands.

About The Lady Series:

Meet a different Lady in each novella — bold, brilliant, and ready to rewrite the rules of Regency courtship. From scandalous horse rides to stolen kisses at Almack’s, love is always just a heartbeat away.

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Penelope and her Duke.

Short. Sweet. Enjoyable. Tragic. Penelope finds her Duke. Then loses him.

I was gifted an Audible version of this book from the author through Story Origin. The narration is very good and appropriate.

Delightful!

Lady Penelope Gillingham is an enigma and a deep-thinker, ahead of her time. She is an equestrian and a dedicated abolitionist, not afraid to go toe-to-toe with a man. During a ride on her "spirited" horse, Bob, she meets Duke Mark and is instantly smitten. His reaction is much the same and it's not long before they fall in love. As was the custom, Penelope's father promised her to a much older man to secure her future happiness, but Penelops could only be happy with Duke Mark. After she is wed, her husband has to sail to check on one of his territories in the new world, and something happens at sea. What a fortuitous turn of events to reunite the true loves.
The narration is wonderfully done by Zane Boyer. He speaks the male and female voices so well and there's an inflection in his voice that has me listening more closely. His dynamic and well-modulated voice brings this story to life.

Penelope

This is book 2 of the series. It picks up where book 1 left off, but can be read as a stand alone. It is a clean novella, good for a quick read. The story is a bit predictable, still a fun story. Penelope is a smart and head-strong women. She is interested in business, and things not deemed appropriate for a Lady. Her father promised her hand in marriage, however she is in love with someone else. Penelope wants to see the world, and not settle down to be a home-body and mother. The story is well written and engaging. The characters are interesting and relatable. The narration was well done. I received a free copy of this audiobook, and am voluntarily leaving my review.