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A Lady’s Guide to Fortune-Hunting

By Sophie Irwin
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In A Lady’s Guide to Fortune-Hunting by Sophie Irwin, the story follows Kitty Talbot, a determined young woman who must secure a wealthy marriage within the London season to save her family from financial ruin. As she navigates the challenges of high society, she encounters obstacles and unexpected romances that test her wit and charm in this lively historical fiction.
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This charming historical fiction may appeal to you if you delight in tales of clever heroines navigating social intrigue and romantic entanglements. The story blends humour and wit with a perfectly atmospheric Regency setting, perfect for fans of Austen-esque narratives.

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‘[A] scintillating, swash-buckling debut… terrifically fun’ SUNDAY TIMES

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Read the most captivating historical debut of the year!

[A] scintillating, swash-buckling debut… terrifically fun - SUNDAY TIMES

Sharp, modern and absolutely delicious - TAYLOR JENKINS REID

Fans of Bridgerton will swoon - NITA PROSE

Kitty Talbot needs a fortune. Love is not required…

She’s got just twelve weeks to find a rich husband and save her sisters – and she must use every ounce of cunning and ingenuity she possesses to climb London society if she is to succeed.

The only person she can’t fool is Lord Radcliffe, who sees straight through her plans, and is determined to stop her at any cost.

There is not a day to lose and no one – not even a lord – will stand in her way…

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Sophie Irwin's book A Lady’s Guide to Fortune-Hunting was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 09-05-2022.

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A Lady’s Guide to Fortune-Hunting by Sophie Irwin is widely praised for its witty and modern take on historical romance. Described as scintillating, fun, and charming, the book is lauded for its captivating, fearless heroine and delightful narrative. Critics liken it to a refreshing blend of Georgette Heyer and Jane Austen, with humour and romance appealing to fans of historical fiction and popular series like Bridgerton. The novel's engaging plot and sharp wit make it a delightful read that has earned acclaim for being both clever and entertaining.

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ISBN: 9780008519568

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Sophie Irwin grew up in Dorset before moving to south London. She spent several years working as an assistant editor before going freelance. Sophie has spent years immersed in studying historical fiction, from a dissertation on how Georgette Heyer helped win World War Two, to time spent in dusty stacks and old tomes losing herself in Regency London researching this book. A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting was Sophie's debut novel and sold in twenty territories worldwide. Twitter @SophieHIrwin Instagram.com/sophie.irwin

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