"The Noble Guardian" is the third and final installment of Griep's Bow Street Runners trilogy, and my personal favorite of the three. They are all good; other than the Runners being friends, the books are dissimilar. In this novel we have Runner Captain Samuel Thatcher, who is hired to guard Abigail Gilbert on a long and perilous journey to meet her betrothed.

Much happens in this book. There are highwaymen, a sad reality of the time, murder and illness. Plus, Samuel is tasked with delivering an adorable baby girl to her aunt. There is a sweet inspirational message concerning Baby Emma near the end of the novel. The love between Abby and Samuel develops slowly and is believable. Thankfully, there is no insta-love here! Both had terrible childhoods and reacted differently. If I had Samuel's experiences, I'd be a pessimist too. Sir Jonathan Amberley is incredibly unlikable.

As always, Griep's writing is superb. She has a wonderful understanding of the Regency time period, and her well-developed characters act appropriately. There are some who don't get their just desserts, although that's the way it goes sometimes.

I am always amazed at the way Michelle Griep can completely sweep me up in a story and make me feel as if I’ve actually been in the setting she’s chosen as the backdrop to her story. Her characters have such depth to them. From the very first page, I felt Abigail’s emotion of wanting to find true love and acceptance into a family, and felt the sting of rejection from her own parents. Samuel Thatcher is the almost-ideal hero throughout this story. “Noble” is certainly the word that describes him, and he proves time and again that he’s a person Abigail can completely trust. He’s a man of faith, and he has to draw strength from that as he faces a threat that can come at him silently from almost any direction. As Abigail also faces uncertainty and adversity all throughout this story, she finds that the “true love” and acceptance she’s really needing can only come from God.

This is a well-researched book and the author incorporates those details to give this story an authentic feel. Michelle Griep is master at writing Regency mystery/ suspense. This is a clean story and there’s no foul language or inappropriate scenes to mar the reading. I have loved this “Bow Street Runner” series. Even if you haven’t read the other books in this series, you can enjoy this one on its own. can’t wait to see where the author takes us in her next series.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

The Noble Guardian by Michelle Griep is a wonderful look into the world of the Bow Street Runners in London during the Regency era. I really hadn't heard of this historical element until I started reading Griep's novels. The Noble Guardian is a fast-pace novel with plenty of moments of heroics and a growing fascination with what might happen for the heroine versus what she believes will be her future when she meets her future husband. There was enough tension to keep this suspense-loving reader interested, but enough romance and down moments to round out the characters. The romance was predictable, but I enjoyed watching Samuel and Abigail find their true love and their happily-ever-after. Overall, The Noble Guardian by Michelle Griep is a unique, yet thrilling conclusion to the Bow Street Runners. The characters have a fascinating journey to complete, physically and emotionally. Fans of Sarah E. Ladd and Dawn Crandall might want to pick up this series.

I received a complimentary copy of The Noble Guardian by Michelle Griep from Barbour Publishing, but the opinions stated are all my own.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Super conclusion to the Bow Street Runners series! The hero is, indeed, very noble but plagued by memories from his early life. The heroine, browbeaten by her very unkind stepmother for many years, is looking for love and someone to cherish her. She is engaged to a baronet and headed to his home for the marriage. As the story unfolds, I was drawn to both Samuel and Abby. Near the end, I was able to forecast the conclusion—but it didn’t spoil the story for me. FIVE STARS!!

The Noble Guardian by Michelle Griep is another hit story of history, intrigue and romance.
Captain Samuel Thatcher is busy chasing the highway men and keeping the roadways safe for travelers when he meets up with strong willed Abigail Gilbert. He tries to encourage her to go back home but she is determined to travel on. She is traveling across the country to marry a baronet she has only met once. Her maid abandons her yet she is determined to travel on alone. Samuel eventually becomes her hired guardian but with the thieves out for revenge will they survive to end of her journey?
I loved this book! Another hit for sure! Samuel is a wonderful hero who speaks to the heart of readers. Abby is a feisty woman who definitely has a mind of her own. There is plenty of danger, action, twists and turns and romance in this story to keep the reader turning pages. You never know what will happen next and this continues to the last page when all the loose ends are tied up in a beautiful bow. Michelle Griep’s unique style of bringing history to life always amazes me and keep me up late reading more. I give this book 5 of 5 stars. This is one you do not want to miss.
I received an advance copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

"The Noble Guardian" by Michelle Griep
Ever so glad I read this story .... What an adventure to be lived via the pages of this story. You know how you want this story to go... but... this is a Regency England story and almost anything can happen. Yes, I loved this story.. I received an ARC of this story from the publisher via NetGalley. This is my honest opinion. If you like Regency England stories... with characters of honor and a goodly amount of love.. then I expect you will also enjoy your time within this story. Happy Reading !

I couldn’t put this book down! This book has it all. Adventure, action, suspense, romance, brooding hero, and plucky heroine. I have not read any prior books in the Bow Street Runners series, but that didn’t take away from absolutely loving this book and Captain Samuel Thatcher.

This is the best Michelle Griep book I’ve read so far. The writing is top notch. The historical details are spot on and the characters she created with Samuel and Abby will win your heart.

Thank you to NetGalley and Barbour Publishing for the ARC

The Noble Guardian by Michelle Griep
This author is one of the best. If you like historical fiction, you will treasure The Bow Street Runners series. Michelle Griep’s has the unique talent of transferring her extensive research and creating a descriptive and meaningful story. All her characters pop off the pages and come alive in my mind while I read her stories or better yet, I’m drawn into the story and become a part of it. I’m always a little sad when I turn to the last pages of her books. Ms. Griep always has a golden nugget of truth that sticks with me. In this book it was this quote: “Someone once told me that life is more than good ideas. It is the risks that return greater results. I hope, sir, that one day you too will learn to risk all for love, for that is what our Lord did for us?”
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Thank you net galley for the advance reader copy of the novel. I enjoyed this historical fiction set in Regency era England. This story was a slow build of clean romance through out an adventure filled carriage journey. I was cheering for Abby and Samuel the whole time! I read this without any trouble of keeping up with characters or plot despite not having read any of the previous books. I will say I kept hoping that sir Jonathan was connected to the highway man but alas that didn't happen. Great read that kept me up late into the night to finish!

Such a delightful tale, featuring one of my favourite characters of the series--Thatcher! The Noble Guardian has all the high and low points that will make a reader sing, and is straight up--a robust, well-paced, heart-warming & colourful historical read.

*I was given a free ebook copy on Netgalley via the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion*

This third book from Michelle Griep on the Bow Street Runners was a great conclusion to a fast-paced romantic series. Abigail and Samuel must face many challenges in The Noble Guardian. Abigail is a cinderella-type character, scorned and taken advantage of by her family. She is sent to her fiancé with only a maid to accompany her and experiences a terrifying journey as they are attacked by highwaymen. Samuel is a battle-weary hero who travels the roads as a Bow-Street Runner. He is targeted by a notorious highwayman and when Samuel agrees to help Abigail get to her fiancé, his struggles become her own. Add to the mix a little baby they agree to deliver to an aunt along the way and the stage is set.

I enjoyed seeing returning characters in this series. And the tension between Samuel and Abigail led to interesting dialogue. I'm glad that Samuel and Abigail didn't let the opinions of others influence what they did with their lives. The ending was slightly abrupt but it made sense. I just didn't see it coming - maybe that is the mark of great surprise ending! Thank you Michelle for another great book in the series. I look forward to reading more from this author.

Even if I'm not a fan of Christian books I found this one entertaining and engaging.
I appreciated the cast of characters, the plot and the well researched historical setting.
An interesting read, recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Griep is a good writer. She knows her stuff. She keeps her books very historically accurate. I do appreciate this as things are very much true to the time and gives you a very good feel of reality. It would make a much better movie in my opinion. It was harder for me to get into this book because the characters felt detached from each other, they hardly spoke and when they did it was not friendly until almost the end of the book. I did feel their growing attraction but it was almost kept from us too. It is a style of writing that I just have a hard time with. This was a Christian book that is not heavy on the preaching but it is in their as these two learn to trust God. Overall it was a good read with a bit too much drama at the end but with good action throughout.

Life couldn’t be better for Abigail Gilbert—but it’s been a long time in coming. Having lived with a family who hated her, it’s finally her time for love. Abby sets off on a journey across England to marry one of the most prestigious gentlemen in the land—until highwaymen upset her plans and threaten her life.

Horse patrol captain Samuel Thatcher arrives just in time to save Abby. But she’s simply another victim in a job he’s come to despise. Tired of the dark side of humanity, he intends to buy land and retire.

Abby pleads with him to escort her for the rest of her journey. He refuses—until she offers him something he desperately needs to achieve his goal. . .money. Delivering her safely will give him more than enough to buy property.

So begins an impossible trek for the cynical lawman and the proper lady. Each will be indelibly changed by the time they reach her betrothed, if they don’t kill one another first—or fall in love.

This is a good story with lots of action. Abby is on her way to get married to Sir Jonathan. Her father and step mother want to get rid of her so they sent her away. Alone without protection. Along the way she is deserted by her maid, waylaid by highway men, and given the responsibility of delivering a baby to her aunt. She is rescued by Samuel Thatcher. With a little persuasion he hires on as guardian for Abby. Their journey is very interesting. This isn't a high suspense book. But has lots of adventure. I recommend this book.

I was given this book by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated in any way.

I received a copy of an eARC through Netgalley.

Two thumbs up for a wonderfully written Christian Romance novel by Michelle Griep. Major and minor characters come to life and hook the reader into a wonderful adventurous love story. The main characters, Captain Samuel Thatcher and Abigail Gilbert, wrestle with their building attraction towards each other, keeping Christ at the center of their relationship with each other and with others. The darling babe, Emma, is a wonderful addition to the excitement of their love for her, each other, and the near death adventures they must face. While this is an adult book, it would fit perfectly into a Christian High School for students looking for quality writing romance that is appropriate for their age.

The must-read conclusion to Michelle Griep’s Bow Street Runners Trilogy: Life couldn’t be better for Abigail Gilbert—but it’s been a long time in coming. Having lived with a family who hated her, it’s finally her time for love. Abby sets off on a journey across England to marry one of the most prestigious gentlemen in the land—until highwaymen upset her plans and threaten her life.

Horse patrol captain Samuel Thatcher arrives just in time to save Abby. But she’s simply another victim in a job he’s come to despise. Tired of the dark side of humanity, he intends to buy land and retire.

Abby pleads with him to escort her for the rest of her journey. He refuses—until she offers him something he desperately needs to achieve his goal. . .money. Delivering her safely will give him more than enough to buy property.

So begins an impossible trek for the cynical lawman and the proper lady. Each will be indelibly changed by the time they reach her betrothed, if they don’t kill one another first—or fall in love.

I cannot say enough good things about this book! Captain Samuel Thatcher is the best hero!
The writing is excellent. The adventure is well paced with lots of action and just enough quiet moments for this reader to catch her breath. We get to know the characters strengths and weaknesses during the action and quiet times.
I loved how the romance was slow building, yet all-encompassing at the same time.

First I want to say thank you to Barbour Publishing and NetGalley who provided me with an ARC of this amazing historical novel.
The plot was extremely well written and keeping me in twists and interested until the very end. The whole story was literally one long ride full of hurdles, accompanied by hunt for criminals and keeping the precious parcel safe.

One sassy woman, abandoned child on its way to relatives and their guardian travelling halfway through England to fulfill held promises. The path was stony while fighting highway men, illness and broken carriage but bringing on unexpected development of new and strongly growing feelings.

The heroine charmed her way into everyone's heart due to her strong personality. The guardian and his noble ways of keeping both safe at all costs while fighting his own demons and enemies.

What would you want more? There is nothing to wish more for. Although in the end I was a little bit sad to part with them because let's be honest I enjoyed the journey and cheered them on the whole time.

The Noble Guardian is the 3rd book in Michelle Griep's Bow Street Runners series. I have previously read the second book in the series, but not the first one. This book can easily be read as a stand alone novel. As fans have come to expect from Michelle Griep, this historical novel is filled with action, adventure, danger, and romance. I absolutely love the cover of The Noble Guardian...such a handsome hero! Readers will be in for a treat with this delightful novel! Michelle Griep does not disappoint.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.

The Noble Guardian is the third and last book to The Bow Street Runner Series. I think Michele saved the best for last. If you have not read the first two books to this series, do yourself a favor and read them first. Although, The Nobel Guardian reads fine as a stand alone book. I loved each of Michele's Runner characters. But I am so glad to be able to read Samuel Captain Thatcher's story. I loved the little glimpses we got of him in the prior novels. Our main character along with the Captain is Abigail Gilbert. She is a Cinderella type, who is headed across England to finally meet and marry her Prince Charming. Her family could not be bothered to supply her with a proper escort and that is where she meets Captain Thatcher. I loved this story and would highly recommend it. I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.