The Quiet Gentleman
The Quiet Gentleman by Georgette Heyer, published by Sourcebooks Casablanca in 2011, is a Regency romance that intricately weaves a mystery plot with engaging characters and witty dialogue. This edition spans 360 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Gervase Frant, the seventh Earl of St Erth, as he returns to his family estate after the Battle of Waterloo, only to find his homecoming met with disappointment and hostility from his relatives.
Readers will discover a narrative that explores themes of family life and sibling dynamics against the backdrop of historical intrigue. As Gervase navigates his chilly reception and develops feelings for his half-brother’s sweetheart, tensions rise, leading to a suspenseful atmosphere. The Quiet Gentleman combines elements of romance and mystery, making it a notable addition to the genre of historical fiction.
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One of bestselling author Georgette Heyer’s most suspenseful Regency romances, The Quiet Gentleman combines an ingenious mystery plot with her signature witty style and effervescently engaging characters.
Less than a hero’s welcome…
Returning to his family seat from Waterloo, Gervase Frant, seventh Earl of St Erth, could have expected more enthusiasm for his homecoming. His quiet cousin, stepmother, and young half-brother seem openly disappointed that he survived the wars. And when he begins to fall for his half-brother’s sweetheart, his chilly reception goes from unfriendly to positively murderous.
Praise for Georgette Heyer and The Quiet Gentleman:
“Fascinating reading…authentic atmosphere in a delightful English tale”–Chicago Sunday Tribune
“Georgette Heyer was one of the great protagonists of the historical novel in the post-war golden age of the form. Her regency romances are delightful light reading, and her historical novels such as The Spanish Bride and An Infamous Army demonstrate how fiction and history can work together to make a valuable literary form.”–Philippa Gregory, bestselling author
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