Simon Fancourt leaves London in 1801 and disappears to America rather than marry the girl his father has chosen for him! Simon loves the new world, marries and has two children but when his wife is brutally murdered, he returns to England. Life in England is not what Simon expected! He attempts to find how the murderer was released from prison and work for justice. You will love how Georgina is still intrigued by Simon after all these years. People are not always as they appear! I enjoyed this gothic romance with lots of danger by Hannah Linder. I received a complimentary copy of the book from Barbour publishing. This is my honest opinion.

A cute read, which could have gone one of two ways - and I would have been happy with either outcome!

As a sheep farmer, I am always excited when sheep are mentioned - maybe I missed something but were they living in the backyard of a London townhouse?

Couldn't put it down! "All He Wanted was Justice. All She Wanted was His Heart." I was glued to the pages and surprised at the end. Author Hannah Linder keeps the reader guessing in this historical Regency suspense story that takes place mostly in England.

Simon Fancourt left England 12 years ago for America, rejecting his father's plans for him, including marriage to Georgina Whitmore. After his wife is attacked and murdered in America by an Englishman, he returns home with his two children John & Mercy, to seek justice. Simon finds by seeking justice, he has put his own life and those he loves in danger. He finds his life still entangled with Georgina. She is so used to those she loves leaving her, that she has vowed to remain single. Simon’s children are adorable & I loved Georgina’s relationship with them.

I enjoyed all the mystery, and suspense, and not knowing who was good and who wasn't.

I really enjoyed this story and highly recommend it.

Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for allowing me to read an ecopy of this story. All opinions are my own.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Steam Level: 🔥 (kissing only)
Trigger Warning: suicide recounted, murder, assault

Simon Fancourt ran off to America in search of something more. Now, 12 years later, he's lost his wife and must return to London in order to seek justice. That's where he is reconnected with Georgina Whitmore, his former betrothed. Georgina never stopped loving Simon, and now their lives are intertwined once again. But danger is lurking in the shadows, and both their lives are in jeopardy. Can these two bring secrets to light and find happiness after all they've lost?

This was another compelling suspense novel from Hannah Linder. I'm always sucked in by her stories. This book had so much tragedy, suspense, and angsty romance. As Simon searched for answers related to his wife's killer, I was constantly making guesses and wondering who the villain was in the story. I never figured it out, and I loved that it was a total surprise. There was also an additional mystery that Georgina was trying to solve, and I found that to be just as interesting and unexpected. Both Simon and Georgina were strong characters who had to overcome hurt and fight for the ones they loved. I adored Simon's children, and my heart was breaking for them as they had to face so much trauma. It was just so much for one family to face, and I was glad they got a happy ending. I was a little nervous about how things would turn out in the end, but l was satisfied with how it all wrapped up. I'd definitely recommend this to fans of historical romance and suspense. You'll be on the edge of your seat!

Thank you Netgalley and Barbour Books for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

“You can forget about me, but do not ever think that I could ever forget you again.”

~All He Wanted was Justice. All She Wanted was His Heart...

“We are all vulnerable, more often than not. Love does not prey on vulnerability, but emboldens it.”

-Never Forgotten, is a story of Simon Fancourt, who wishes desperately to follow his dreams but this means greatly disappointing his family and leaving behind his dear fiancée. Years later, he humbly returns home with two children and a murdered wife. Seeking justice, he embroils himself in a mystery that puts himself, his family and his former fiancée in perilous danger. To make matters even more complicated, his own father leaves a will that clearly states he can only inherit if he marries Georgina Whitmore, the fiancée he left behind. This historical romance is filled with great suspense, a web secrets, much intrigue, piercing betrayals, deep regret, great love, beautiful redemption, and much more.
The journey to unveiling the abounding secrets that haunt dear character’s lives, and the love they have for each other in their hearts, is not for the faint of heart with the moving twists and turns of the plot. This story will greatly pull you in and change your own heart along the way. Seeing everything is as it seems, but everything happens for a reason in this story is captivating. I loved seeing how love opens the door to second chances, and with divine guidance from above in guiding the footsteps to press forward with faith. I feel that in particular, this story has a great amount of angst, regret, sorrow, drama, pain, anger and violence lurked in its pages. But, the slow burn love story is satisfying and tender! Most of all, I love that this story shows the importance of discovering that the people around you are more beloved, dear, and wonderful than you ever imagined!

“We are all more than we seem.”

#neverforgotten
#allaboutthebestreads

-Content: murder (a bit dark dark but moderate and vaguely described), it’s implied that she was r*ped (emphasis on “implied”), suicide, murders, drunkenness, and stalkers.

“No one is ever happy until they make their own decisions.”

This book! All I can say is wow. I know I need to say more than that, but this is Linder’s best book yet. I absolutely love the style in the way she writes her books. The page breaks are brilliantly done, as the POVs switch and it always left me wanting more. The way the chapters end, I couldn’t turn pages fast enough to see what would happen.

NEVER FORGOTTEN has everything I love in a book. Intriguing characters, fast paced plot, secrets, darling children, a puzzling mystery that left me guessing, and so much more. Linder throws red herrings out there, and just when I think I am safe to breathe, nothing is safe.

Simon left home when he was young, running from an arranged marriage to Georgina. He’s back searching for vengeance and answers. Georgina had a hard past, with more questions than answers. I enjoyed how the story plays out, guessing (sometimes badly) at how it would turn out.

This book is another win for Linder. I can’t wait to see what she will come up with next.

I received a paperback from the publisher and a NetGalley approval. Huge thank you to the publisher.

Hannah Linder writes in such a way that I can't figure out all the pieces until the reveals start. With twists, heart breaks and moments of beauty the story comes together and afterwards I'm left feeling like I lived it all.
This story resonated strongly with me. Like Georgina, I am plagued by people who I care about leaving me. And feeling like I wouldn't find my place to belong. I longed for her to find her place. I longed for someone to just love her, just as she was.
This story has many twists, turns, and dives into darkness, but I loved the roller coaster ride of emotions it took me on!

Never Forgotten by Hannah Linder is a powerful tale of unrequited love, justice, and a moving demonstration of what friendship and belonging can bring.
The need to be seen, loved, accepted, and even appreciated for our true selves is a core theme in this book. There are gothic undertones and heavy topics of heartache and pain. Woven throughout it all is a theme of grace and hope. Georgina and Simon have never quite truly understood one another and the circumstances they find themselves in require trust and vulnerability, allowing them to finally see what they have never been able to see. Both characters exhibit strength and moral character, refusing to bow to anything other than truth. The push and pull between them was heavy at times but made room for many of the supporting characters and depth of the storyline. This is not a light read and demands your full attention of mind and heart; however, both will be rewarded by this beautiful story.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via NetGalley and all opinions expressed are solely my own, freely given.

Hannah Linder is a masterful storyteller, weaving an entrancing tale that sweeps the reader off to Regency London with balls, carriage rides, and unexpected danger around every corner. This book is a thrilling ride that leaves the reader sighing, gasping, and wanting to reach out and shake the real-to-life characters wonderfully brought to life. With amazing detail, London of old springs up around the reader and the characters, both main and secondary, fill in the setting to bring the story to life. I loved the interactions of Georgina and Simon, always dancing around the truth they each hold so close. Flawed but looking to better themselves and the people around them.
The suspense flowed between all the dangers presented by shadow men who strive to reek havoc on all that might try to stop them and their money making ways. Dirty is the only way they fight and so Simon too must best them at their own game. And he must do so before more innocent people are hurt and dragged down by these dark people. From beginning to end I loved how the mystery and danger flowed through the story. A few unexpected twists and the pages kept flying by. I was surprised by all that was exposed by the end of the book!
I have loved each Hannah Linder book I have read and this one has topped them all. Every book I read draws me in deeper and I can't wait for each new book from this amazing author. Start with any book and be ready to settle in, you will want to read them all! I am already looking forward to her next story! I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

What a great gothic romance. I loved it! I will warn you that there were quite a few intense moments and maybe some moments that may be too gruesome for some. However, if you are a fan of gothic romance then I think you will love it! I really loved the main characters Simon and Georgina. I felt so bad for them with their different hurts they suffered. But I loved their endurance and strong will they had to press on when there was danger all around. I loved how Simon made sure his children were safe. I found the mysteries in the story really interesting and didn’t guess the outcome. Overall, a great story and I recommend gothic romance lovers.
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Content: murders, stabbings, suicide, one murder in particular that is mentioned is pretty gruesome, kidnapping

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from netgalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

Great story full of mystery, intrigue and romance. I would have to admit being blindsided by discovering who the real villain was. Simon and Georgina have known each other since childhood but Simon leaves home unable to bear an arranged marriage with her. He loves his parents but his fathers need to control him pushes him away. When Simon returns many years later, it is only to learn that his father is still controlling him from the grave by stipulations in his will.
Determined to find out who killed his wife and disrupted his life in America, Simon works to uncover the lies, secrets and dishonest dealings of those he once trusted. Georgina seems to be the only one who offers him true caring and friendship but marrying her would be yielding to his father and giving up the life he has forged in America, a place his son and daughter would wish to return to.
This kept me guessing until the end. I was also cheering for a real romance between Georgina and Simon, not just an arranged union. It will be well worth your time to lose yourself in this fascinating tale set in Regency England

📕 Never Forgotten by Hannah Linder

Georgina has always loved Simon. Twelve years ago he disappeared and broke off their engagement. Now he has returned with two children and hidden secrets. Even still, she loves him.

Simon returns with the sole purpose of bringing justice to the people responsible for his wife’s murder. However, Simon arrives to find his father dead, having left a will stating that Simon must marry Georgina.

Georgina finds she can’t marry Simon if she can’t also have his heart. But something nefarious is lurking in the shadows: a danger bringing their lives together in unexpected ways.

🖤 About This Book:
- Gothic Regency Romance
- Stand Alone Novel
- POV: Georgina and Simon
- Mystery and Suspense
- Published in 2024
- Parents Guide: mild violence, stabbing, shooting, insinuated sexual assault and suicide, murder, kissing, descriptions of burns and medical treatment

🫧 My Thoughts:
Another Hannah Linder book, another five star read! Wow… just wow! I’m adding Hannah to my favorite authors list. She makes me feel everything the characters feel, plus the mystery and suspense woven throughout. I loved Georgina’s gentleness and her love and care for the people in her life. Simon was a complicated character for me sort out, but I grew to like him and root for him. Both characters were flawed and had a lot to learn about themselves. Their journey of self-discovery and growth was beautiful. All of this, coupled with a few twists and turns made this book perfection! And I absolutely adored the epilogue! 🐶

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Wow!! From the first page, I was hooked! The characters are well written, the storyline is interesting and intriguing and I absolutely love Georgina . Be warned, this book is nearly impossible to put down!

I was given this book to read and review - all opinions are my own

17-year-old Simon Fancourt can no longer bear the choking, trapped feel of the planned courtship and engagement to 14-year-old Georginia Whitmore. His entire life, planned by his parents is just too much to take. He packs up and runs away to seek the life he wants.
Twelve years later recently widowed Simon travels back to England with his two children and learns that his father still tries to control him, from the grave. There is no way he is going to marry Miss Whitmore, not even to gain an inheritance. He has a mission he is driven to undertake.

Georginia is always left behind, abandoned, broken hearted. She absolutely wants nothing to do with Simon. She has never forgotten the boy, but she wants to be loved, not enter a marriage of convenience. She intends to stay away from the man. The two are thrust into danger, each keeping secrets from one another.
I received this e-book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. This is my opinion about it. I couldn't read it fast enough! What a masterful plot. Murder, deception, heart break and betrayal affect both main characters. The suspense is peppered with shocking twists and endearing moments. I really thought I knew who the instigator of these terrible things was, but I didn't have it figured out until very near the end. I enjoyed this very much.
Possible trigger, violent attacks, traumatized children

This is a story of mystery, lost love, heartache and resolution. While this story deals with topics like murder and abuse, it is approached in a way that is not offensive. It also is not overly “religious”. While I don’t call this a strictly Christian novel, it is definitely clean.
The dialog between the characters is great, easy to follow and very engaging. The story switches back and forth from England to America. The story line moves along and keeps your interest.
The story revolves around Simon, the second son of a wealthy Englishman and Georgina, the beautiful young English girl he is expected to marry.
Simon’s father expects Simon, as the second son, to enter the church clergy and to marry Georgina. Simon isn’t interested in the ministry and would rather pursue his art and painting, he leaves and ends up in America where he marries and has children. His wife, Ruth, is brutally murdered by someone from England. Simon makes it his mission to discover who is behind it.
Georgina has always loved Simon and was saddened when he left. When Simon returns to England to track down his wife’s killers, he discovers his father has died and his mother has become blind. His father’s will stipulates that he must marry Georgina in order to inherit and his mother threatens to sell the estate if he doesn’t.
Georgina is being stalked by someone who is leaving her dead roses in places that no one should have access to.
Will Simon marry Georgina? Who is the mystery person leaving dead roses for Georgina? Who can they trust? Will Simon discover who murdered his wife?
This is from the publishers website:
“All He Wanted was Justice. All She Wanted was His Heart.

Georgina Whitmore, not accustomed to any man being unaffected by her charms, is plagued with the disappearance and rejection of Simon Fancourt. Twelve years later, Mr. Fancourt returns to British society with two children and a mad hunger for justice.

Racing against time, Simon works to uncover the men responsible for his wife’s horrific murder, protect his children, and fulfill his father’s unexpected will by marrying Georgina—the last thing in the world he wants to do.

Though her heart throbs to accept, she would rather lose him again than have his name without his love. She denies his proposal of matrimony, knowing it will cost them both. But as tragedies unravel and secret enemies narrow their sights on Simon, Georgina risks her life—and her reputation—to protect him and the children. Will the danger scorch them alive? Or will it, for the first time, open his heart to her?”
I give this a 5 star rating, not something I give out very often!
I received a complimentary ARC of this book from the publisher via Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own.

I will first say that this story had me sitting on the edge of my seat. It is intriguing and suspenseful. There is so much going on. It starts off in London. Simon has been informed that he will apply to the church and marry, Georgiana, the young woman his father has chosen. He refuses and storms out. The next thing we know he is in North Carolina. At times I struggled to follow the story. I also was frustrated with some character development. I did read an arc copy, so hopefully those issues are cleared up before it was released. Overall, I really enjoyed the drama. It is gripping and held my attention throughout. It is a close door historical romance with some trigger points of rape, descriptive murder, violence and children witnessing those scenes. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Never Forgotten, by Hannah Linder, opens with Simon Fancourt’s father insisting he marry Georgina Whitmore.
However, this is not direction Simon wants to go. He feels that Georgina is merely a shallow and absurd young lady!

Twelve years later, Simon is now across the ocean in North Carolina. His beloved wife has been killed and he is left with two young children to raise. His primary course is to return to his homeland in hopes of finding some answers concerning who is responsible for his wife’s death!

Once Simon arrives at his family home, he finds that his mother is blind and his father is dead. His father’s will states that he must marry Georgina to receive his inheritance!

This is an interesting tale to follow. Simon and Georgina not only have to learn to interact together; but, more importantly, they both have a mystery to solve!

“Tonight, he would escape. He was running indeed, but not away as Father had accused. He was running to the unknown, to the things he could not paint, to the words he could not say—the chance to accomplish something of worth.”

Twelve years ago, young Simon Fancourt disappeared from British society, leaving his fiancée Georgina Whitmore behind. Now, he’s back and seeking justice for his murdered wife . . . but he needs Georgina’s help to get it.

With a plot packed with secrets, corruption and betrayal, even murder, Never Forgotten is a page-turner of a story that readers will not soon forget! It’s Linder’s best story yet!

*Thank you to NetGalley and Barbour Books for the complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

As the second son, Simon will not inherit the estate and is expected to become a clergyman. Simon, on the other hand, is not interested in anything his father suggests including his betrothed, Georgina Whitmore. So he runs — as far away as he can get, to America. When tragedy strikes, he returns to West London with two children and vengeance on his mind. Georgina is still unmarried. Could she possibly have been hoping that Simon would one day return to England?

The author has given us plenty of intrigue and mystery, with lots of blood and black eyes. A very strange will left by his father leaves Simon in a quandary. Will he honor the will, or once again go his own way? Accused, released and beaten will Simon stay alive to see his children grow up? Carriage accidents, kidnapping and more will keep you reading right up till the very satisfying end.

Another wonderful book by this author was received through Barbour Publishing and NetGalley. These thoughts are my own and were in no way solicited.

"Never Forgotten" by Hannah Linder Books is a historical romance with suspense, intrigue, secrets, betrayals, unrequited love and more. The story follows Georgina Whitmore, who finds herself entangled with Simon Fancourt, a man from her past who returns to England bearing painful memories, two young children, and a fierce resolve for justice.
Simon's traumatic past leaves him consumed by vengeance and a will to protect his children and solve a few mysteries, without marrying Georgina to inherit his families estate.
Georgina’s unrequited love, (from their previous arranged marriage) for Simon adds emotional depth and tension as she risks everything to protect him and his children, while dealing with her own mysteries.

Despite the somewhat darker themes, this story has some incredible moments and well developed characters. I truly adored the story and characters as a whole. I both loved and hated Simon and Georgina at different times, purely as emotional reactions. Simon at times was so stubborn and prideful, it frustrated me, but the depth of his character and his discovery was beautiful and needed to happen. Georgina was somewhat aloof and naive, but aspects that needed to be there for character growth. She was also determined, loving and dedicated.

The story and characters, along with the suspense grows throughout the book and it was a race to finish it and find out the ending. I did not love how the little girl seemed much younger and how she spoke, but I recognize the time, the trauma and how she grew up etc. This is a beautiful story full of so many surprises and equally tender moments between varying characters.