This book wasn't quite what I expected, but that's not a bad thing. I expected the Pershings to take these kids to Emmeline's grandfather's party and it would be more of a clash between two worlds. But the story takes so long to get to the party - it's more about them becoming a family and Emmy and Will learning to love each other.

This one is pretty low spice - the focus being on the two children and the Pershings' relationship to them and each other. But still fun and enjoyable. And definitely funny in all the right places. This would be a fun rom-com movie, if Hollywood did historical romance comedy films.

So so cute!!!!! The characters were well fleshed out and the writing style was very easy to get through. Suzanne Enoch always writes the sweetest romances ever, I’m so happy I was able to read this

What a fun romp of a story! Enoch packs this one with plenty of tropes -- friends to lovers/"fake" married to real married, found family -- and subterfuge (having the fake kids in on the scam makes for plenty of comedy), and it all comes to a head in a sweet way. Thoroughly enjoyed this, and have recommended it to several fans of Bridgerton.

Thank you, NetGalley and publishers, for this ebook for an honest review.


I thought that this was an okay read. I enjoyed the storyline but didn't care for the characters. I personally felt like they were lacking im chemistry. I like that this had a marriage of convenience trope and that it was a historical romance.

Something in the Heir by Suzanne Enoch. Pub Date: September 20, 2022. Rating: 3 stars. In this historical novel, Emmie and Will are childhood friends who are basically forced to get married due to inheritance issues on Emmie's part. She becomes the supportive wife and he provides the manor household. The problem is, they have to have an heir for the estate within 7 years or they potentially lose the estate. Well, fast forward through this crazy timeline and they still don't have kids so they wrangle up some orphans to make it appear they have children. The shenanigans in this novel are witty and fun, but there was minimal romance to the plot line. I don't think this book should be marketed as a historical romance, but more as a historical comedy because it brought laughs and fun to the reading experience. Really loved the premise of this novel. Thanks to #netgalley and #stmartinspress for this e-arc in exchange for my honest review.

In general I've enjoyed the Suzanne Enoch books I've read, but this one was too cringey, far-fetched, and spoiled-rotten-heiress for me. I didn't think that Emmeline and William had any sizzle, and I can't say I liked her very much to begin with. Yes, the kids bring this into the romantic comedy realm, but even they weren't enough to make this a book I couldn't put down.

I will say, don't give up on Ms. Enoch's stories, though. The ones I've read in the past have been great. This is the first of hers that I felt missed the mark.

I liked the different POVS, even if some seemed kinda weird, like the workers in the house, but i guess that shows how they appear to others. loved how romance wasn't focused on and we got more on the cute kids! the plot itself is unique enough.

Suzanne Enoch is one of those writers I pick up when I see a new book! Something in the Heir was delightfully hilarious and adorable.

I laughed out loud and enjoyed Enoch's writing style and world.

I like Suzanne's stories. Historical romance is one of my favorite genres, but she knows how to create a little twist in all of her stories. Whereas Every Duke Has His Day revolves around two dogs, this one is revolving around two adorable orphans. Suzanne knows how to paint a very believable (and heartbreaking) background for the little munchkins and their antics.
A delightful story, with a lot of surprising twists and turns. Will definitely be on the lookout for more stories of Suzanne Enoch.

This is one of the most delightful and cute historical romances. I’ve read in the past year. It has me smiling from start to finish. The chemistry between the characters and all of the side characters. Just add to the other delight of this story.

Light on the romance aspect. More of a funny historical fiction story. All the characters were enjoyable. I was kind of bored with it for the first half and then really enjoyed the second half way more but still give that 3 stars since I considered abandoning it at one point but I’d got an eARC from NetGalley so really wanted to have a review even if it’s super late. I switched to the audiobook about halfway and I think that really helped me. The narrator was fabulous.

3⭐️⭐️⭐️. This book has been on my currently reading shelf since September. SEPTEMBER. I’m thrilled to be finally done with it! It wasn’t terrible, but it definitely wasn’t my favorite. I think it was trying to do too much. The romance was underwhelming from all sides, there were like 6 different POVs for no apparent reason, and the conflict was entirely created by everyone’s poor decision making rather than any actual issues. That being said, I did enjoy the two kids and the side plot with the maid and the butler. Overall, I rate this book a solid “meh.”

This was a fun historical romance, with an entertaining plot!

I received an e-ARC from the publisher.

Friends to lovers isn't normally my favorite trope, but this one was too cute to ignore.

Both characters wanted more but didn't know how to approach each other and be honest with their feelings.

When her grandfather died her husband found out that she had made up two heirs.

The two orphans they "adopt" as their children were the cutest characters. Their growth was amazing.

Something in the Heir features: A marriage of convenience where one of the two spouses wants more. A complicated plan to inherit and keep the family estate. Two orphaned lively children with a propensity for pickpocketing. And a villain that could ruin everything.

synopsis

Emmeline and Will have known each other all their lives. When Emmie asks Will to marry her so that she can inherit Winnover Hall, the family estate where she grew up, he doesn’t hesitate to accept. Eight years later, their marriage is not what you would call romantic or passionate, but they get along fine. Emmie has kept the family home and Will has gained a wife who can convince every politician in England to support his policies. What Will doesn’t know is that the inheritance of Winnover Hall had another condition besides marriage: they had to produce heirs.

however…..

Emmie and Will never had any children, but she lied to her family and invented two children, a boy and a girl, who no one in the family ever met because of their weak health. That is, until her grandfather summons the whole family to celebrate his birthday, children included. Desperate to keep Winnover Hall and avoid the scandal, Emmie and Will need to find two children to pass as their own and, after a few awkward and failing attempts to borrow children from friends and neighbors, they visit an orphanage where they find two perfect children, George and Rose, brother and sister. All they have to do is learn to behave as well-educated children. And here is where the struggle – and the fun – begin.

If you are looking for romance and steamy scenes you won’t find many. Emmie and Will have a marriage of convenience, even though Will is in love with his wife. But, the narrative focuses mostly on George and Rose and their exploits.

Aged ten and five, they’ve always taken care of each other, both on the streets and in the orphanage, and they are very mature for their ages. Their arrival at Winnover Hall brings both havoc and joy, both to Emmie and Will, and also the staff at the estate. With eight weeks until Emmie’s grandfather’s birthday, there will be lessons of fencing, riding, and dancing, but George and Rose won’t be the only ones to learn something. As they go ahead with their plan to keep the estate, Emmie and Will spend more and more time together, getting to know each other all over again.

in conclusion

All in all, Something in the Heir is an enjoyable and fun story with two adorable young characters, lots of adventures, and the happy ending that you hope for!

I love a good historical romance and while I'm not generally drawn to friends to lovers I did quite enjoy this one. All the side characters were fun, especially the orphans

This book wasn't for me. The plot sounds interesting, but it was a slow start and didn't catch my attention.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book.

The most delightful romcom! I can’t tell you how many times I laughed till the point of tears while reading this romance. This book is marriage of convenience turned love affair, when lies about children turn to real life criminal children turn amuck.

This book was amazing!!! I was laughing throughout; and not just at the children's highjinks and antics! Loved the characters and the whole entertaining experience.
Thank you Suzanne Enoch, St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for allowing me an advance copy for my honest feedback.

I am definitely in my Regency romance era, and Something in the Heir by Suzanne Enoch is a great addition to the field. It's heartwarming with a delightful cast of characters. The premise of the plot is a bit absurd, but it's certainly not lacking in heart.

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for sharing this book with me. All thoughts are my own.