This whole series has been a delight. To Woo and to Wed is Sophie and West's book. The series has been building to this point over the last four books and now their story is finally here. This is second-chance romance at its finest. The heartache, the longing, the romance. Too Woo and to Wed delivered the story I've have been waiting for.

While mainly about Sophia and West, there were short call backs to the other four couples in the series that were added in. It was done in a really satisfying way that didn't subtract from the main story. And I think this might have been the spiciest of all the book too.

I would recommend this book - and this series - to anyone looking for a Regency romance that doesn't take itself too seriously. These books are truly a delight.

A fun, historical romance filled with fake dating, a second-chance romance, and sisterly hijinks. This book was the perfect wrap up to this series and I loved the relation in between Sophie and West, as well as their relationship with all their friends. I can’t wait to see what Martha Waters writes next.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy of To Woo and to Wed in exchange for an honest review. The much anticipated story of Sophie and West was well worth the wait and a perfect way to end the series. There was the usual witty banter and quirky cast of characters. And we finally got to the bottom of Sophie and West's relationship. The only downside is that this cast's adventures are over.

4.5 stars

I have been a fan of this series since To Have and to Hoax came out during 2020 - a bright spot in the early days of the pandemic. I have certainly enjoyed each installment that followed but to say I was anxiously awaiting Sophie and West's book would be an understatement. And by and large, this book did not disappoint. If you are a fan of longing, pining, and tension, then this book will certainly work for you. I really loved how this story was told with flashbacks so that the reader (and the characters themselves) finally understands the breadth of just went wrong with these two, and I thought this device especially helped build the tension through the first 2/3 of the book. I did feel like the book lost its way a bit in the back 1/3 as I didn't find some of the character motivation compelling and I have some nits to pick about the plotting, but at that point, nearly 5 books into their journey, I was so invested in Sophie and West that I can't really complain that the journey to their HEA didn't entirely work for me when their romance as a whole really did.

Ultimately, this is a very emotionally satisfying conclusion not just to Sophie and West's story but to this entire series. I loved what we got of each of our other couples, and particularly enjoyed that we got more of James and Violet in this book - it feels very poetic to start and end this series with these two brothers, and I enjoyed the full circle moments we got from them. I also really loved the new characters we got, especially Sophie's sisters - it's too bad they are all married and we can't get another series from Waters about them, but the way that they were woven into this story and the main friend group was seamless.

And I just have to say - is it my lot in life to just utterly adore all historical romance heroes named West (see also: West Ravenal)? Because oh boy, how I just loved brooding, tortured, desperately in love West. He and his love for Sophie are the stars of this book and I'll be thinking about him and reading all my highlights of his best moments (of which there are a lot!) for a long time to come.

Thank you so much to Atria for an e-arc. All opinions are my own.

Everyone needs this book in their life. To Woo and to Wed is pure fun. Martha Waters has a unique ability to craft a story that radiates joy. This book is a historical rom-com, and it’s exactly what I needed. The cherry on top is this is a second chance romance, which I’m an absolute sucker for. I never stood a chance.

I dare you to read this book and not fall in love with Sophie and West. Go on. Do it.
What’s that?
Oh yeah, you can’t do it.

Every scene with Sophie and West was magic. Their chemistry was palpable-- the longing stares, the hand twitching to push the hair out of their face, wanting to comfort the other but restraining themselves. I mean, COME ON. Waters really pulled out all the stops.

I could go on and on about how much fun this book is, how fantastic the romance is, and how wonderfully witty all of the characters are—main and side characters. If you’re looking for a fun, heartfelt, swoon-worthy historical romance with elements of a rom-com, second- chance romance, and hilarious dialogue, this is your book! This is the last book in the Regency Vows series, but you don’t have to have read the others to read this book.

Thanks to the publisher for sending me an early copy in exchange for an honest review.

West and Sophie’s story was highly anticipated throughout the whole series. I loveee a second chance because the story tends to be more layered, tension filled and genuine based on the characters’ history. Let me inform you that this book is no different. Both the main characters made me frustrated at many points but in the end it was worth it. This is story about forgiveness and redemption at true love. I believe it might be my 2nd favorite in the series.

Thank you to the publishers for approving this advanced copy via NetGalley!

I have so many positive things to say about this one that it's hard to know where to start. I've been riding along the Regency Vows series since the beginning and honestly I think this last one may be my favorite (though I'll need to do a re-read to be sure).

As is probably known, this is West/Sophie's book and I have wanted this one since book one, but she was right to hold it for last. Waters's skill with pining is _so_strong and the fact that she's been sowing seeds for West/Sophie since book one really helps here. There is no introduction required, readers who have been coming along for the ride are so very ready and Waters delivers. There are some lines that West thinks and says that cause physical pain and/or swooning. I was reading this poolside on vacation and had to stop myself from gasping out loud.

Being inside of Sophie and West's respective minds is a delight. Both of them have made choices that you want to throttle them for, even while understanding why and how. In this book more than maybe any other in the series I felt like I really understood both characters' motivations and situations. The new side characters in Sophie's sisters are fun, though perhaps a bit surface level which makes sense as the main side dish is the cast of characters we've come to love over the past years. The fact that this series starts with James and ends with West is a lovely bookend of the Audley brothers, and being able to see how happy and friendly all the couples are, this is such a sweet and wonderful ending to a series I never expected to love this much.

One caveat is that if you haven't read the previous books in the series, I'm not sure the story will hit as hard. Sophie and West have been building up in the background for all four of the previous books and without that context I'm not sure a reader will swoon quite so much as I did. That said, the plot is standard regency fare and there is nothing you _need_ to know in order to understand the main story that is not contained in this novel.

My only pain point for this is that it's the last in the series. I'm so glad Waters was able to wrap everyone up in perfectly fit bows, but I will miss this crew of shenanigan-having Regency loves. Truly can't wait to see what Waters does next.

I'm so glad we get another opportunity to read something by Martha Waters. To Woo and to Wed was no different from her previous work in that they are entertaining and romantic reads. I always enjoy glimpsing into the lives of previous characters and this one offered a lot of that. Overall, a fantastic historical romance read.

I really enjoyed this one. The glimpses that we got of Sophie and Wes made me curious about their story, and I have to say that Ms Waters delivered.
While I prefer more angst in a second-chance romance (I want them to <i>suffer</i> and borderline exact revenge (lol)), I loved how Wes was in control all the time, except for when he was with Sophie.
Sophie was classic eldest daughter, especially in the historical romance setting where she felt that her every move and action had big consequences on the lives and prospects of her sisters. I loved it when she finally realised that she could go for what <i>she</i> wanted.
A fabulous ending to this historical romance series!

Thank you to the publisher for the ARC via Netgalley. All opinions are my own.

I really enjoyed To Woo and to Wed, the fifth and final novel in The Regency Vows series. To Woo and to Wed is a second chance romance for Sophie and West, who embark on a fake engagement. To Woo and to Wed is just as fun and sweet as the other novels in this series, and the previous couples are present throughout this book, so it is fun to get to see them again. I did think the novel got a bit long at times, and the characters (especially Sophie) were just too stubborn/unmovable in their decisions for just too long.

In To Woo and To Wed Waters provides us with the conclusion of her five book series, which features the highly anticipated romantic rekindling of Sophie and Wes. A couple very much falling in-love until Wes’ father intervenes. Wes impulsively lets his emotions run wild resulting in an accident which leaves him paralysed and Sophie wed to someone else. Their story was teased throughout the former books in the series and so there was a certain type of build-up, not only because of it would be the end of the series but the anticipation of these two finally getting their stuff together. The book begins long after Sophie’s first husband has died and the events of the first 4 books have taken place.

At the end of the day, it was a slow burn romance, topped to the brim with miscommunication. Well it featured the steamy, swoony moments with brilliant dialogue that I have come to expect from Waters, the novel just lacked the extraordinary amount of charm that its predecessors had.

I’m by no means saying that it wasn’t enjoyable, it just had big shoes to fill and large expectations and it didn’t quite land its entry in a (to me) near perfect series. Particularly choosing an “untraditional” ending for a heroine.

I very much still look forward to reading whatever Waters writes next.

I have only read one of the other books in this series and I did like this book more. However, I'm not a fan of books that go back and forth in time to tell a story. I enjoyed West as a character, but Sophie was just ok for me. She has a strong case of martyr syndrome and I got to the point I really couldn't see why she didn't think she could be with West...It was a weak excuse at best. I think offputting was her treatment of West as someone who was to wussy to stand up to his father even though she never even gave him the chance to!

Overall, a good book, but it was slow moving leading up to the ending which had a couple of twists that were enjoyable.

Thanks to the publisher for a review copy via Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

To Woo and to Wed by Martha Waters
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶
The last book of the series “The regency vows”

I have finished yet another historical romance/Regency-era book, this is the fifth book in the series and such a pleasure to read. If you like Julia Quinn you will definitely like Martha Waters' work. Her characters are so genuine and full of life!

This book has such a bittersweet taste and if you have followed the series will be able to keep seeing your favorite characters from the other books! Overall this is a lecture I would recommend and try to have a physical copy of!

I have enjoyed this series from Martha Waters a lot and am sad to see it come to an end. I’ve always said this series is historical romance that reads like contemporary so it’s a great and accessible on ramp to the genre. This last book is a second chance romance between West and Sophie. These two were nearly betrothed seven years ago before an accident, and West’s meddling father, came between them. Now, Sophie widowed and West still holding a flame for what they had, they two agree to fake an engagement to encourage Sophie’s widowed sister that it’s ok to remarry. West naturally uses their arrangement to win Sophie back.

These two had great chemistry and I was rooting for them all the way. I thought they could have cleared up some of their misunderstandings with just a conversation or two instead of years-long assumptions. I really loved how much of the couples from the previous books we get to see - it wrapped up the series very nicely.

Content flags: Sophie’s first husband dies in war; West has been injured in a racing accident that leaves him using a cane; West’s father is emotionally distant and manipulative

I voluntarily reviewed a gifted copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

I love this conclusion to the Regency Vows series. Fans of Martha Waters will have truly seen the development of her writing, her stories, and her beloved characters. The story of Sophie and West is a beautiful and intimate reminder that we are all deserving of love even when time and obstacles stand in the way. It's a story of personal ownership of actions and finding our dreams within a shallow world.

Love! Love! Love! Wonderful and witty! Definitely love it when the characters outsmart those who would prevent them being together! Will recommend!

This was a very nice conclusion to the series. I appreciated that a handful of chapters were flashbacks - it helped give context to the entirety of West and Sophie’s relationship. I had a hard time believing that the obstacles keeping them apart for so long were great enough, however. I think I needed higher stakes? Or a nastier “villain”? I was missing a sense of urgency.

I received a copy of this book from Atria Books.

Too Woo and To Wed is the sought after conclusion to the Regency Vows Series. Having met Sophie and West earlier in the series, I've been antsy while anticipating this release with all the little teasers and seeds the author has been laying for us along the way. As a fan of second chance romances, dual timelines, pining (oh so much pining), and fake engagements, this book brought together so many of my favorite tropes. The story was riveting, and I especially loved getting into West's head. Sometimes I find that the male MC in romances can sometimes feel a little cookie cutter, but West is as developed as Sophie.

This book was a roller coaster, with the highs of first loves and the lows of heartbreak, but skillfully cut with bouts of humours. The ending feels well-earned, for the main characters and also the ensemble cast from the previous novels and Waters handles some sensitive matters (that I will not spoil), very delicately. Truly a lovely end to this series.


Thank you to Netgalley and Atria fothe eARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This book was EVERYTHING I hoped for and MORE. I've been obsessed with this series since I stumbled upon the first book at my local library, and (along with everyone else) I was immediately wondering 'what about West and Sophie?!" Folks, they are here and they are perfect. This book was beyond my wildest dreams and an EXCELLENT way to end the series. I was absolutely blown away by this conclusion. The epilogue had me in tears because I was just so happy to see everyone so happy. I'll literally read anything Martha Waters writes. She could give me her grocery list and I'd be happy.

Thank you to NetGalley, Atria Books, and Martha Waters for letting me have access to this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
I really like this book! It's such a wonderful addition to the Regency Vows series! Martha Waters once again wrote a book with witty banter and the marriage of convenience trope but didn't make it be repetitive or boring. I give this a four out of five stars. It was a delight to finally read West and Sophie's story!