The Captain and Miss Winter

A Regency Fairy Tale Retelling (Forever After Retellings, Book 2)

By: Sally Britton

Narrated by: Jessica Elisa Boyd

Length: 3 hrs and 15 mins

Publisher's summary

A captain seeking to repair the past and the daughter of a fallen gentleman, searching for a treasure that will change their lives forever.

The end of the Napoleonic wars comes as a relief to Caspar Graysmark, but before he can settle into the comfortable life of an English lord he has a duty to the people of France. A treasure lies hidden in the heart of the forest, stolen gold that would save the lives of many who lost everything during the war. In his quest, Caspar stumbles across a hidden cottage in the woods, and a different sort of treasure altogether. 

Scarlett, living with her sister and grandmother, belongs nowhere. Her father’s mistakes led to their exile from England and their banishment into the forest. The cold winter months have taken their toll on Scarlett’s spirits and her grandmother’s health. The Englishman who arrives at Scarlett’s door, looking more like a bear than a captain of the British army, reminds her of all she lost to the war. 

With winter drawing to a close, Caspar must find the missing gold, but his quest to right the wrongs of war has changed. Can Scarlett let him rescue her, too? 

The Captain and Miss Winter is based on the story of Snow White and Rose Red, as recorded by the Brothers Grimm. It is a sweet/clean romance novella, and is Book 2 in a series of Regency retellings. The stories can be heard in any order. 

Book 1: Beauty and the Baron by Joanna Barker

Book 2: The Captain and Miss Winter by Sally Britton

©2018 Sally Britton (P)2019 Sally Britton

Sweet

A pleasurable listen - free from the typical dribble in this genre. Clean and with likable characters. I hope this author keeps writing these historical romances.

Charming!

Caspar and Scarlett were two very delightful characters in this Regency fairytale story. I didn't read the synopsis very closely before I started listening to this story and was trying to puzzle out which fairytale it was based on. I kept thinking possibly some fairytale about a bear...in my memory there was some vague recollection of a fairytale or maybe it was a myth about a bear. But when I finished the book and finally read the synopsis I realized it was based on Snow White and Rose Red by the Grimm Brothers. And I can't recall if I've read their version of Snow White or not. If any of you know something about the bear myth/fairytale that was nudging its way to the forefront of my brain feel free to enlighten me. And it could be very possible that it is from the Brothers Grimm and I have read it and had just forgotten.

I really enjoyed the bit of mystery and suspense throughout this one and the fairytale quality of it. Caspar is a gentleman through and through and it showed throughout the book in every scene he was in. His care for Scarlett and her family was evidence of that. I couldn't help but grin and feel relief for them when he showed up and helped to lighten their burdens and cares through simple little tasks. When it talked about the sisters having to shovel all the snow and that it would take them hours to do so, then Caspar without being asked, swept in and shoveled it for them in a shorter amount of time I could have cheered loudly. Hee Hee! I live where it snows A LOT! And a house I lived in for several years has an enormously long driveway. It would take me hours to clear it off with no help, only to have the snow cover it up completely and I'd have to clear it off again. I enjoyed it but man was I grateful when the snowblower was an option (it worked sporadically so manual shoveling it was)!

I have always loved fairytales, the lighter happier versions more so than the dark and grim originals. I enjoy seeing how different authors can create their own spin on those fairytales, and this one was charming. Scarlett was a light to read/listen about. I loved her finding joy in her situation and adding her humor to the more dreary moments of her life.

A fun winter story to enjoy while snuggled up with your favorite hot cocoa flavor and fuzzy blanket!

Content: Clean. A couple moments of mild peril.

Happy Reading!!!

beautiful reimagining

I'll admit that our author is a favorite, so I couldn't resist this #cleanread retelling of a beloved fairy tale. Because it's sweet and clean, doesn't mean it lacks substance.
I was able to listen start to finish during a cross country plane trip, and the level of detail allowed me to feel emersed in the deep wood forest of France at the end of the Napoleonic war, instead of Row 15 A.
Our narrator is also a favorite who brings depth to this character driven story.
Take a listen & enjoy📚🎧❣️

Well read, well written

A great story to pass the time with laundry and packing. Good, short, clean romance with real characters and straight forward conversations between characters - not the vacillating inner dialogue and no action but outward lies for chapters on end that make you roll your eyes and tear your hair out. Recommend.

Creative novella

This story is a creative twist in Snow White and I enjoyed the originality. A quick read, the narrator’s voice felt realistic to the time frame and characters.

beautiful!!

I have always loved the story of rose red and snow whit and this was such a perfect retelling. the characters were so charming and full of kindness that it made me smile from ear to ear. this was such a wonderful story and would love to have more of these beautifully and enchanting retellings of old fairy tales!!! my new Christmas book!

Lovely retelling of Snow White and Rose Red

I love fairy tale retellings and Sally Britton’s writing style - this was a lovely melding of both! Sally Britton did a wonderful job creating a regency-style retelling that payed homage to the original tale of Snow White and Rose Red while also being unique. Questions the original left unanswered are addressed, and characters are given more depth and motivation.

The details of the story complimented the fairy tale origins well. I loved how Captain Graysmark was like a bear but without being an actual bear, the characters’ names and the reasoning behind why Scarlet, Blanche, and their grandmother were off in the forest. The way the treasure portion was addressed was a nice twist as well!

The additional character development made for a much richer story than the fairy tale that inspired this too. There were several thought provoking lines. My favorite quote: Our emotions only make us foolish if we act on them poorly. - Captain Caspar Graysmark

The narrator was an excellent choice - the style and tone of the narration fit the novella very well!

I received a complimentary audio copy from the author and am leaving a review voluntarily.

Tickles the heart even it is set among the snow

I am a big fan of Sally Britton, all her characters display self-restraint and wait "after the wedding" which is my type-of-romance...

a good story

I enjoyed this historical romance story with all of the characters. The two main characters were Scarlett Winter and Captain Caspar Graysmark.

Scarlett Winter lives in France with her sister and grandmother. Since her father mistake that led to their exile from their home in England. When an Englishman arrives at their doorstep looking for shelter from the winter cold.

Captain Caspar Graysmark is looking for treasure that was lost during the war. While looking for the treasure he stumbles upon a hidden collage in the woods. Since it is snowing he is happy to find the collage in the forest. He surprised who is in the collage.

This was a fun short story to read or listen to. It has action, secrets, adventure and drama throughout. It had a few funny parts that had me laughing or giggling to.


I received a complimentary copy via StoryOrigin. This was my honest unbiased opinions. Since I listen to the story the narrative did a good job.

Mystery, intrigue and Love too?

Three ladies nestled in a cottage in the middle of a forest. A stranger at the door seeking food and shelter. A treasure to be found. It hooked me from the start. Love how the character’s stories unfolded. Can he find the treasure and will the women let him help them? Great story l’m going to pass it on to my daughters and granddaughters.

Engaging story!

It was a sweet, gentle story and it kept me eagerly listening! Worth the listen for sure!

Magical Retelling of Snow White and Rose Red

Story was exceptionally well written, it is not often that you will find such a complete story in a novella. Wonderful character development. The narrator did a great job bringing the story to life and adding depth to each character. Highly recommend.

Another great novel by Britton

This was a truly sweet, clean and feel good story. Set in France during the Regency era, it incorporates all of the components that I enjoy! Intrigue, suspense, humour and romance - include a spunky, beautiful heroine and a kind, handsome hero along with a doting grandmother and observant, no-nonsense little sister.... what’s not to love?!
I have enjoyed every one of Sally Britton’s books and this one is no different. Excellently narrated by the talented Jessica Elisa Boyd, this story is a pleasure to listen to.