Mr. Hunt, I Presume, is a great novella in the Playful Brides series. Erienne and Collin are given a second chance after so many wasted years. I'm glad that they got their HEA.

Mr. Hunt, I Presume is a fantastic historical romance by Valerie Bowman. Ms. Bowman has once again impressed me with her storytelling abilities. Mr. Hunt, I Presume is a well-written book with characters that are just plain lovable. Collin was forced to take a break from work. He decided to visit his brother, only to discover the love of his life had been hired on as the governess. Erienne works as a governess to avoid being pushed into marriage and to help pay for her brother's surgery. Collin and Erienne's story is loaded with drama, humor and steamy sex. I loved every page of this book and look forward to my next book by Valerie Bowman. Mr. Hunt, I Presume is book 10.5 of the Playful Brides Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book that I received from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

**3.5 Stars**

This was the second book by Valerie Bowman I picked up. I was excited to see how her fun and effervescent characters would translate to a novella. For the most part, I enjoyed this cute little second chance love story about childhood sweethearts who meet again years later.

While the pacing in this novella is quick (by necessity) I immediately connected with the characters. Ms. Bowman’s historical world is fun and irreverent and full of kind people. I love it. I think the flashback scenes were exceptionally well done.

I do think there were a few superfluous scenes that could have been replaced by more present-day face time between the hero and heroine. They didn’t really hash out any of the problems in their relationship or subsequent separation.

That said, this story was cute, it was quick, and it was enjoyable. I highly recommend Valerie Bowman’s writing. The novella length was just a little restrictive to add any depth to this particular plot.

**I received an ARC of this book in order to provide an honest review**

I received an advanced readers copy in exchange for an honest review.

Very short story, not much room for character or narrative development but is sweet and sexy romp. Perfect escapism

This is a very short romance novel where the story really needed a longer version to be satisfying. Everything from when the heroine is hired as a governess, to meeting Colin again to then sleeping with him was rushed. I prefer well developed characters and storyline so this left me wanting.
Thank you Netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.