Martha Waters books are ones that I keep coming back too. I love that the characters overlap and it helps keep the story going.

Like the other books in this series, this was fun and great and I loved all the characters who showed up again. Waters does a good story telling.

I love this series. They are all intertwined, but all can be read as stand-alones. Perfect for Bridgerton and historical fiction fans! Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for the opportunity to read in exchange for a review.

I’m sad to see this series end with this final installment, but To Woo and To Wed felt like a solid ending to the Regency Vows series. This novel funny and lighthearted like the rest of the series and navigating through Sophie and West’s love story was anything but entertaining! What I enjoy abut this series is a regency romance that’s got a slightly modern sensibility that can appeal to new readers of this sub-romance genre. It feels less stuffy than some of the other more traditional Regency romances I’ve read in the past and the characters are not afraid to poke fun at themselves.

Sophie and West end up in a scheme of a “fake romance” much like the other novels and this book explores their long and complicated history with each other. Readers get to view snippet of the past as flashback to the couple’s younger years and what led up to their falling out and current day strained relationship. It’s blatantly obvious to us that the two very much care for each other (romance trope formulas!) but it’s the journey of how they start to rekindle their relationship. They have to navigate through a lot of difficult feelings that they’ve been struggling with, grief of a shared friend, and also the obstacles that have kept them apart. It was so satisfying that Waters, took the time for the characters to develop and work through issues rather jumping into a insta-love situation.

What I enjoy the most about these books is the dialogue and the lively personalities of the characters. Everyone feels fully fleshed out and the setting is immersive sending the readers to the time of lavish gowns, handsome waistcoats, and gorgeous balls. The humor and witty banter kept me locked into the story and laughing all of the way! This is a great series if you’re looking for a fun and lighthearted read. I recommend reading the novels in order to get the full reading experience. I look forward to reading more from Waters in the future

I enjoyed this close out to the Regency Vows series. I am glad we finally got Sophie and West's story and it was nice to see all the other couples as well. It did feel a little bit short on story, compared to some of the other books in the series, as really all that needs to happen is for Sophie and West to admit that they still love each other. There are some amusing misadventures before that happens, but overall it's a pretty chill book and a quick read and definitely lacks some of the drama of previous entries in the series. I do think it could have been a little shorter, but overall it was a fun way to spend an afternoon.

*Thanks to Atria Books for providing an early copy for review.

I love this whole series! Martha Waters really knows how to write a cheeky historical romance! The characters are so fun, I hope she keeps going!

i've been waiting for this one!! honestly i think this was my favourite of the series. i've been waiting for sophie's story for ages and her and west were just so adorable.

thank you netgalley and atria books for the arc.

Martha Waters is just a reliable author for me at this point, and that's a good thing! I love her work, her writing, and her swoonworthy romances.

I do really love Martha Waters' writing, it's always so fun with incredible dialogue and banter, and low angst! I know that technically speaking this can be read as a standalone, but I would say it really shines if you read it with the other books in the series! I'm not the biggest fan of second-chance romances, so for me, this one was a little slow to start, but once I got going with it, it was lovely!

I was so excited to finally read West & Sophie's story! I loved getting to know more about her sisters. I also loved how we saw West dealing with PTSD from his accident. This series has been such a breath of fresh air. I would read anything Martha Waters writes.

This final installment in the Regency Vows series is a delightful blend of humor and romance that captures the essence of rekindled love. The reunion between West, the Marquess of Weston, and Sophie, Lady Fitzwilliam Bridewell, is both heartwarming and compelling, as their past connection adds layers of complexity to their current situation.

The premise of a fake engagement is cleverly executed, offering a perfect backdrop for the characters' emotional journeys. Sophie’s determination to prioritize her sister’s happiness while navigating her own feelings creates a relatable tension that keeps readers invested. The banter between West and Sophie is sharp and engaging, balancing the steamy moments with lightheartedness.

The writing is vibrant and immersive, vividly portraying the Regency era while maintaining a modern sensibility. The character development is satisfying, with both West and Sophie grappling with their past while exploring their potential future together.

This book is a charming conclusion to the series, filled with wit, warmth, and the sweet ache of second chances. It deserves every one of its five stars for its engaging storyline, well-crafted characters, and the way it captures the magic of love in all its forms. A must-read for fans of Regency romance!

BRIDGERTON VIBES! I really loved this. I couldn't putt down. I really enjoyed the banter and our mmc was HOTTT. This is a deff must read in my book!

Despite this book having two of my favourite tropes, I did not expect to love this book as much as I ended up doing. Especially not as quickly as I ended up doing. I swear to god, I don't know if I've gotten THIS invested in a romance THIS quickly. Quick disclaimer, I have not read any of the other books in this series yet. So therefore I don't know how much these two got teased over the course of this series or whatever. I also have no previous attachements to them. However, these two are the definition of soulmates. I ADORED them so much. It was very clear from their very first scene together just how much chemistry they had, and the more I read the more I fell in love with them. The second chance of it all was incredibly well executed. I love that we got flashbacks. I thought it really rounded up their story really well. On top of that Martha Waters also makes you feel the hurt that's between them, but doesn't leave the reason why hanging in the air too much. They clear shit from 7 years ago relatively quickly, and honestly it all was a very reasonable situation that still had me rooting for them in the present. We also spend some time developing their relationship now, and I loved seeing them grow towards each other throughout the book.
I also absolutely adored our side characters. I did get a bit lost in the sheer amount of them, but that is my own fault for not reading this series in order I guess. However, this book has made me VERY excited to read all of their love stories now. Anyway, I thought they were a fun group, and really brought this book to life. I also loved the scenes between Sophie and her family. They were such a close bunch, and a bit unhinged but they made for such entertaining scenes. Overall this book was also just incredibly funny. I had such a blast reading it, and it was also quite a fast paced read that just did NOT want to let me go.
However, I do feel like the second half slags of a bit. I just feel like the book gets a bit repetetive. We just kept hitting the same walls, and barely making any progress forwards. I just feel like that could have been executed a little bit better. On top of that I do think the actual ending was also dragged out a bit. It just kept going, and going, and going, and I stopped caring a little. However, I did still really enjoy most of this book, and it did not change that. It just kept me from fully loving this book.

This was a really fun second chance love story. It is the final installment in the Regency Vows series, and tells the story of Sophie and West. Years ago they were in love and on the verge of betrothal, despite the lack of enthusiasm expressed but the Duke (West's father). Their plans are derailed when West is involved in a life changing accident, during the recovery of which Sophie marries another person. Fast forward, Sophie is now a widow and she and West a cordial at best. As is popular with this series, the need arises to have a fake relationship and Sophie asks West to play the part. The ensuing story is filled with fun, mischief, beloved characters from the previous books, pettiness and love. It is a quick and enjoyable read.

I have been looking forward to Sophie and West’s story for a long time! Martha definitely delivered with a wonderful story to round out a series of great characters and hilarious hijinks. This story made me laugh, made me cry, made me angry, but mostly it made me feel joy. I am so glad that they finally find their happily ever after!

I received an eARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Tropes: exes, fake dating, basically unrequited (he’s always loved her, she doesn’t want to risk it being with him)

Wish we got to the backstory faster, and not intermixed with the present. Because it’s confusing what caused the complete fallout of their relationship before (how could she do that to him?), I feel so bad for him.

The switch from fake to real relationship is confusing and back and forth.

Favorite lines:
“West was beginning to think that a man should never agree to accompany a woman to a bookshop.” - LOL

Martha Waters is a new to me author and I am so glad I requested this book! Her writing is super witting and kept me turning the page. I was draw to this book my West and Sophie’s “10 Things I Hate About You” vibe. All of the characters were super likable and relatable. I appreciate an author who makes sure their audience can connect with their characters. I will definitely be reading more of Martha’s works considering how much I enjoyed my first read by her!

I especially enjoy a series with the same group of characters who interact in each others' lives. To Woo and to Wed was a continuation of a fun romantic comedy series. If you like rom-coms, you will love this series.

Martha!! I love you. This is yet another hit from one of my favorite romance authors. Excellent addition to this series

This book had me wanting to re-enter my historical romance era. I had read the first book in this series but after completing this novel, I am going to be going back to read every book in the series. What I enjoyed most about To Woo and To Wed fact that the MMC never forced the FMC to want something that was typical for the time: children. I loved their relationship and dynamic in general, but this stood out to me, and still sticks with me even though I though I read this weeks ago. If anyone is wanting to read this book, I would recommend reading the previous ones first as this book does reference this couples often and I think it would be helpful.