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Revenge of the Wallflowers #17
The Wallflower Trap
Clean, Sweet Romance, 2nd corrected version
Lady Mimolette Lindsey harbored a secret. Because of it, she turns down all dance requests, consigning herself to wallflower status. This only pours difficulties over the dire predicaments she faces. Her late father, the Earl of Bathmorris, had been an eccentric profligate who named all his children after cheeses and spent his fortune on fake antiquities. They were nearly out of funds. With her brother Edam still at Oxford, Mimolette must find husbands for her younger sisters, Treccia and Ovolina during this year’s Season. Unfortunately, they were no beauties, from a dubious family, and in need of a swift education in dancing and manners her father neglected to provide. There were many wallflowers this Season, like herself and her sisters, destined to never be asked to dance, with little hope of romance.
Mimolette devised a devilish plan, organizing the wallflowers, creating the needed circumstances to garner dances and perhaps find husbands. Revenge for the passing snubs of coxcombs and bucks also figured in her schemes. Her stratagems were working too, until an obnoxiously arrogant Major Lord John Tremaine decided, as an amusing lark, to insert himself into their “game.” Or did he mean to spoil it altogether?
Nine years of bloody war were over, leaving John Tremaine with nightmares and at loose ends. The second son of a marquis, he joined the cavalry, only to inherit a fine estate from a maiden aunt upon his return from France. Being set for life, with no direction since the cessation of hostilities, entertainment and carousing proved the most expedient attractions for forgetting the war. Crashing one of the first balls of the season, he spied a mysterious beauty sitting among a gaggle of ‘plain janes,’ and sought an introduction. His friends warned him off, claiming Lady Lindsey was dangerous. Whatever his goal, any introduction invariably led to dancing with one or more of those nature’s unfortunates who gathered around the lady. His friends claimed it was sorcery. The forewarning only piqued Tremaine’s interest, the most intriguing hum he’d come across since coming home. He fenagled an introduction, though he had to bribe his best friend to approach the lady. He grinned, anticipating the fun he would have uncovering this incognita’s machinations.
Lady Mimolette Lindsey harbored a secret. Because of it, she turns down all dance requests, consigning herself to wallflower status. This only pours difficulties over the dire predicaments she faces. Her late father, the Earl of Bathmorris, had been an eccentric profligate who named all his children after cheeses and spent his fortune on fake antiquities. They were nearly out of funds. With her brother Edam still at Oxford, Mimolette must find husbands for her younger sisters, Treccia and Ovolina during this year’s Season. Unfortunately, they were no beauties, from a dubious family, and in need of a swift education in dancing and manners her father neglected to provide. There were many wallflowers this Season, like herself and her sisters, destined to never be asked to dance, with little hope of romance.
Mimolette devised a devilish plan, organizing the wallflowers, creating the needed circumstances to garner dances and perhaps find husbands. Revenge for the passing snubs of coxcombs and bucks also figured in her schemes. Her stratagems were working too, until an obnoxiously arrogant Major Lord John Tremaine decided, as an amusing lark, to insert himself into their “game.” Or did he mean to spoil it altogether?
Nine years of bloody war were over, leaving John Tremaine with nightmares and at loose ends. The second son of a marquis, he joined the cavalry, only to inherit a fine estate from a maiden aunt upon his return from France. Being set for life, with no direction since the cessation of hostilities, entertainment and carousing proved the most expedient attractions for forgetting the war. Crashing one of the first balls of the season, he spied a mysterious beauty sitting among a gaggle of ‘plain janes,’ and sought an introduction. His friends warned him off, claiming Lady Lindsey was dangerous. Whatever his goal, any introduction invariably led to dancing with one or more of those nature’s unfortunates who gathered around the lady. His friends claimed it was sorcery. The forewarning only piqued Tremaine’s interest, the most intriguing hum he’d come across since coming home. He fenagled an introduction, though he had to bribe his best friend to approach the lady. He grinned, anticipating the fun he would have uncovering this incognita’s machinations.
203 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 26, 2024
About the author
B.W. Haggart
6 books93 followersI started writing historical romances on a dare. One day I couldn't find anything new to read and Joy, the love of my life, suggested a romance, Jude Deveraux's The Princess. I enjoyed it and started reading more. I realized that most of the SF, comedy, Historicals, and mystery books I liked had a romance in them: the Dorsai series, the four volume Man of his Word fantasy series, The Sebasitan St. Cyr series, The Dog Tails, even P.G.Woodhouse's Leave it to Psmith and Richard Powell's comedy Don Quixote, U.S.A. I have been a Napoleonic enthusiast since I was young, so the Regency period appealed to me.
I read a few excruciatingly bad romances, amazed that they'd been published. So one day, I said, "I can write better than this" as I flung one such book in the trash. Joy gave me that look of hers. "So, why don't you?" The rest is history...romances. I found the Romance genre quite a challenge. I discovered there is a lot more to them than flowery words and kissing. Who knew?
I chose the time travel romances because it allows me to show the contrasts between time periods in a way a straight-forward historical can't. So much of a period's culture is common knowledge and often unconscious. No one would think to describe or discuss universally shared beliefs and conventions. It's rather unnatural to have characters discuss such things.It is hard to avoid information dumps. But put some one in that culture from another time and contrasts and culture shock ensue. I find it a lot of fun, though I enjoy writing ‘straight’ historical and contemporary romances too. I also chose time travel stories because of a personal frustration of mine. In too many novels, the time traveler realizes they have traveled in time one page after it happens and accepts the fact in the next paragraph. I try for a more realistic approach to such an cataclysmic event.
I write because it is fun, hard work to be sure, but enjoyable. My wife provides a lot of inspiration. My goal is a simple one: Provide an entertaining reading experience.
I read a few excruciatingly bad romances, amazed that they'd been published. So one day, I said, "I can write better than this" as I flung one such book in the trash. Joy gave me that look of hers. "So, why don't you?" The rest is history...romances. I found the Romance genre quite a challenge. I discovered there is a lot more to them than flowery words and kissing. Who knew?
I chose the time travel romances because it allows me to show the contrasts between time periods in a way a straight-forward historical can't. So much of a period's culture is common knowledge and often unconscious. No one would think to describe or discuss universally shared beliefs and conventions. It's rather unnatural to have characters discuss such things.It is hard to avoid information dumps. But put some one in that culture from another time and contrasts and culture shock ensue. I find it a lot of fun, though I enjoy writing ‘straight’ historical and contemporary romances too. I also chose time travel stories because of a personal frustration of mine. In too many novels, the time traveler realizes they have traveled in time one page after it happens and accepts the fact in the next paragraph. I try for a more realistic approach to such an cataclysmic event.
I write because it is fun, hard work to be sure, but enjoyable. My wife provides a lot of inspiration. My goal is a simple one: Provide an entertaining reading experience.
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June 26, 2024
A Delightful Gem of Regency Romance
The Wallflower Trap by B.W. Haggart is an absolute gem of a novel, a must-read for any Regency romance enthusiast. Set in 1814, this book offers a perfect blend of historical accuracy and deeply engaging storytelling, making it an irresistible read from start to finish.
Having eagerly waited for anything new from this author for about a year, I can confidently say that the wait was worth every minute. B.W. Haggart has delivered a masterpiece that is not only well-written but also historically accurate, with meticulous references to military and historical details that transport the reader straight to the Regency era.
The romance in this book goes far deeper than a pretty face and flowery words. The characters are wonderfully developed. The story is told from dual POV.
John (Jack) Tremaine, who has just returned to England from the Napoleonic wars. His encounter with the intriguing Lady Mimolette Lindsey at his aunt's ball sets the stage for a captivating and heartfelt romance.
The mastermind behind the plan to bring attention to the Wallflower ladies, Lady Mimolette, with secrets of her own, is a character I cannot help but admire and root for. Jack's determination to win her over, beating her at her own game, is both endearing and entertaining.
What truly sets this book apart is its infusion of humour. The witty banter and lighthearted moments provide a perfect balance to the deeper emotional undertones, making the story thoroughly engaging and entertaining. B.W. Haggart's writing style is both elegant and accessible, drawing you into the world of Regency England with ease.
The Wallflower Trap is a well-crafted, historically rich romance that is as humorous as it is heartwarming. It's a book that I couldn't put down and left me eagerly anticipating the next work from B.W. Haggart. This novel is truly an absolute gem and deserves every one of its five stars.
The Wallflower Trap by B.W. Haggart is an absolute gem of a novel, a must-read for any Regency romance enthusiast. Set in 1814, this book offers a perfect blend of historical accuracy and deeply engaging storytelling, making it an irresistible read from start to finish.
Having eagerly waited for anything new from this author for about a year, I can confidently say that the wait was worth every minute. B.W. Haggart has delivered a masterpiece that is not only well-written but also historically accurate, with meticulous references to military and historical details that transport the reader straight to the Regency era.
The romance in this book goes far deeper than a pretty face and flowery words. The characters are wonderfully developed. The story is told from dual POV.
John (Jack) Tremaine, who has just returned to England from the Napoleonic wars. His encounter with the intriguing Lady Mimolette Lindsey at his aunt's ball sets the stage for a captivating and heartfelt romance.
The mastermind behind the plan to bring attention to the Wallflower ladies, Lady Mimolette, with secrets of her own, is a character I cannot help but admire and root for. Jack's determination to win her over, beating her at her own game, is both endearing and entertaining.
What truly sets this book apart is its infusion of humour. The witty banter and lighthearted moments provide a perfect balance to the deeper emotional undertones, making the story thoroughly engaging and entertaining. B.W. Haggart's writing style is both elegant and accessible, drawing you into the world of Regency England with ease.
The Wallflower Trap is a well-crafted, historically rich romance that is as humorous as it is heartwarming. It's a book that I couldn't put down and left me eagerly anticipating the next work from B.W. Haggart. This novel is truly an absolute gem and deserves every one of its five stars.
October 8, 2024
Strategic Fun
The Wallflower Trap, by B W Taggart and book 17 in the Revenge of the Wallflowers series was a fun read, my first by this author. Although I loved the characters and the strategy used by the Gillyflowers to track desirable gentleman and chase away those that are less than desirable, the story did not move as quickly as I would have liked. Jack and Letty were great together, he saw right through her strategy, and used it to his advantage to not only help her and the Gillflowers, but to allow him a chance to get to know her, the elusive Lady Mimolette. And try as she might, she couldn’t resist his charm, but she also saw deeper to the man underneath the Madcap reputation!
The Wallflower Trap, by B W Taggart and book 17 in the Revenge of the Wallflowers series was a fun read, my first by this author. Although I loved the characters and the strategy used by the Gillyflowers to track desirable gentleman and chase away those that are less than desirable, the story did not move as quickly as I would have liked. Jack and Letty were great together, he saw right through her strategy, and used it to his advantage to not only help her and the Gillflowers, but to allow him a chance to get to know her, the elusive Lady Mimolette. And try as she might, she couldn’t resist his charm, but she also saw deeper to the man underneath the Madcap reputation!
July 6, 2024
Loved this One!
Ah! A new to me author and I loved this story so much. It certainly was a good inclusion to this series.
The Wallflowers most definitely got a fantastic revenge and they deserved it too!
Fabulous characters, the main and supporting ones also and an absolutely delighful story which kept me going all day.
Ah! A new to me author and I loved this story so much. It certainly was a good inclusion to this series.
The Wallflowers most definitely got a fantastic revenge and they deserved it too!
Fabulous characters, the main and supporting ones also and an absolutely delighful story which kept me going all day.
July 13, 2024
This was a pleasant story but I would have enjoyed it so much more if there had not so many typos and grammatical errors. Misspellings occurred every other line - in one chapter the word "cripple"" was spelled "cribble" and "at" spelled "ant".
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