A Brilliant Rose: A Regency Romance Book Review - No Spoilers
Plot Summary
A Brilliant Rose: A Regency Romance by Bree Wolf follows Rose Lawson, the daughter of an archaeologist and an accomplished historian in her own right. She values intelligence and resents being dismissed for her looks. One day at the British Museum, she encounters Charles Dashwood—a man whose name stirs anger because he shares it with his twin. Despite everything she believes about him, she finds herself drawn to him. Charles, grappling with loneliness and displacement, is intrigued by Rose’s spirit and intellect. They spark a connection through a shared love of knowledge, but Rose must reconcile her misgivings with her growing feelings. The story is about mistaken identities, unexpected attraction, and whether love can triumph over first impressions. It’s a brief but emotionally rich Regency tale with a heartfelt conclusion. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Why I Love This Book
I love how sharp Rose’s mind is. She stands tall in her intellect, and I feel every flicker of her frustration when she’s underestimated. I love the way Charles is both gentle and quietly strong. I love how they find each other through conversation about history and artifacts, not looks. I love the push-and-pull of their chemistry—how attraction grows even when walls are up. I love that it’s short but still gets under your skin. The story doesn’t rush. It gives room for feelings to shift and for hearts to settle. I love that sweet tension, that thrill when prejudice softens. It’s thoughtful, honest, and quietly powerful.
Who Will Like This Book
If you enjoy Regency romance that values wit, intelligence, and emotional honesty, this one fits. It’s for readers who like historical settings with thoughtful characters and romance that grows from mutual respect. It’s not about grand balls or drama—it’s about two people seeing past appearances and finding something real.
⚠️ Trigger warning: This story centers on past prejudice and mistaken identity—it’s gentle, but if frustrating misunderstandings upset you, worth keeping in mind.
Tagged As
Regency romance, historical romance, mistaken identity, slow burn, intellectual heroine, thoughtful hero, short romance, novella, independent heroine, emotional romance, outsider hero, HEA, forbidden love novella
Steam Level
The romance is tender and respectful. There’s warmth and sparking chemistry, but it stays subtle—focused on connection more than sensuality.
