Throughly enjoyed this novel! Such a fun, cozy, romantic and fun story to read. The story takes us through many silly moments for the main female character, Georgina, whose frustrating cousin ends up flaunting a geological dig item that Georgina discovered, which ends up getting him abducted. Hilarity and hijinks ensue along with the dashing best friend of her hapless cousin, whom she finds herself falling in love with. Super cute, light read. Can’t wait for the next in the series!

ARC/ALC BOOK REVIEW

Our Dear Miss H. Is On the Case by Violet Marsh

Thank you Forever for the free eARC of this book! And to Hachette Audio for the ALC!

SYNOPSIS: “Georgina Harrington should never have trusted her feckless cousin Percy with her most precious archaeological discovery. But no one would take her academic work seriously if they knew it was hers and not her male cousin’s. When Percy goes missing, only Georgina realizes that he is truly in danger. And to find him, she must rely on the help of his infuriating but incredibly attractive best friend.

Although Alexander Lovett is always up for an adventure, he vows to keep his distance from Georgina, who is on his insufferable parents’ list of suitable brides for a future duke. He’s a grown man who can pick his own wife, thank you very much. But he’s surprised to find himself falling for Georgina’s surprisingly bold initiative and independent thinking that save them from more than one deadly scrape. Yet as a simple kidnapping grows into a threat to the monarchy, their smoldering attraction might be snuffed out before it ever has a chance to ignite.”

REVIEW: This book was an enjoyable read, with all kinds of whimsy! I love when a story makes you smile, while also having emotional depth. It blends historical romance with a touch of mystery.

The characters are adorable, and there's just enough drama to keep things interesting without getting too heavy. I liked Alexander as a leading man. He’s not your typical perfect romance hero, and that made him feel real, and relatable in many ways.

I love an audiobook with a brilliant narrator, and Marisa Calin was no exception. Her performance was so enjoyable, and it really brought the story to life.

I haven’t read the first one yet, but I plan to return to it!

Publisher: Forever, Hachette Audio
Pub date: 3/25/25 – OUT NOW!

A fun read!

Marisa Calin deserves her own tiny tiara for this performance. She gives Georgina that perfect balance of sharp wit and suppressed romantic longing. It’s all very “I wear tweed and solve mysteries, but I’m also accidentally irresistible.” Calin makes every character feel distinct and deliciously dramatic, especially when switching between flustered dukes-to-be, shady society figures, and Georgina’s no-nonsense intellect.
This is the kind of narration that makes you want to sit in a wingback chair with a scone and just vibe.

Georgina’s archaeological brilliance is being passed off as her cousin Percy’s—because patriarchy, sigh—but when dear Percy vanishes, Georgina is the only one who knows he’s in real danger. Enter: Alexander Lovett, the roguishly dashing best friend with a tragic case of emotional avoidance and parents who are very into matchmaking.

Together, they embark on a rescue mission that spirals from “oops, a minor kidnapping” to “oh no, the monarchy might be in danger.” Along the way there are secret societies, ancient artifacts, over-the-top disguises, and just enough accidental hand-holding to make your heart flutter.

The chemistry is all about that opposites-attract tension: she’s cerebral, stubborn, and trying very hard not to be charmed; he’s daring, deeply annoyed by his feelings, and definitely into her brain. The romance simmers under the surface, often eclipsed by plot-heavy mystery antics, but when it finally clicks? You’ll be grinning like a duchess with a scandalous secret.

It's slow burn. It's slightly chaotic. It’s “he touched her gloved hand and now we need a moment to breathe.”

🕵️‍♀️ What Works:
* A heroine who is smart, capable, and actually solves things
* Banter that feels like verbal fencing with a side of longing
* A mystery that goes full telenovela by the third act (in the best way)
* The "don't kiss her / definitely kiss her" energy from our reluctant hero

🤷‍♀️ What Could Be Better:
* The plot does occasionally overcomplicate itself (who isn’t double-crossing whom?)
* The romance takes a bit of a backseat to the mystery until later on
* A few scenes feel like they were plucked from another (slightly more melodramatic) book

If you're here for high society sleuthing, stolen identities, and watching a very independent woman make a future duke deeply uncomfortable with how much he wants her brain (and, okay, the rest of her), Our Dear Miss H. Is on the Case delivers a delightfully eccentric romp.

Our Dear Miss H. is on the Case was such a fun book and I really enjoyed the audiobook narrator. The book was lighthearted and funny with just enough romance and adventure.

Georgina was so quirky and relatable which made the book really fun. I also loved all of the animal characters and the banter between Georgina and Alexander.

Thanks, Netgalley for the eARC.

I want to start off by saying that I'm normally not a fan of historical Victorian era movies like this. I tend to avoid the books too. But I got the ARC for this and listened to the audiobook of it. I really enjoyed it.

The premise of this book is that Georgina's cousin Percy goes missing. Georgina is on the hunt to find him but needs the help of his friend Alexander. Alexander is a future duke and is looking for a wife. Well you see where this is going...

It's funny, cute, and enjoyable!

I’m afraid this was a dnf for me. The description sounded great however I really struggled with the narrator. Her voice I found quire grating and I really disliked the way she overemphasised the last part of words in a sentence and her breathy tone. I found myself focussing more in the way she was speaking than the actual story so I am afraid I had to stop. Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to listen to this audiobook.

This witty romcom mystery is a rollicing adventure. Set in the eighteenth century, Violet Marsh has created a comedy of manners that combines romance and wit with comment on societal expectations of the time. While most of the characters in this novel are one dimensional, the main characters are delightful and complex. Georgina Harrington is an archivist at heart. Nothing interests her more than continuing her father's work, unearthing treasures on her inherited land. But as a woman, she has gone from the "care" of her father to that of her half brother, who has a tight control on her estate. She is frustrated by her inability to live on her own lands, let alone control her own funds. Women scholars are not taken seriously, and so she must rely on her male cousin to present her work as his own. When Percy goes missing, she must search for him but needs to rely on the help of his exasperating but attractive best friend. Alexander is the more complex character. Marsh weaves in the society's expectation of the perfect male heir with Alexander's physical deformity. Alexander deals with his physical disability with style, becoming a sportsman despite his reliance on a cane. He must overcome not just physical pain, but hide the rejection and abuse from his father that ensued. Over the course of their search, the two become more and more attracted to each other. But this is a sweet love story with just a little spice. There are a few compromising situations and racy ideas, but nothing explicit. The mystery to find Percy becomes an adventure fraught with peril. The story is complete with disguises, carriage chases, gun play and dungeons. What starts as a mystery, soon becomes melodrama. But it is told with such wit and whimsey that readers will giggle through the whole story.

I alternated between text and audiobook advanced copies that I received from the publisher through NetGalley. The audiobook, narrated by Marisa Calin, is charming. She is a delightful actress, whether she is voicing, women, men or even roosters. This is one novel that is even "better as an audiobook."

readers will want to know that although the book wasn't labeled as part of a series, it is actually a sequel to last year's Lady Charlotte Always Gets Her Man. There are references to a few past events that made it obvious that this was a continuation. But as is the case in many series of this nature, this is a seperate love story which happens to have some of the same characters. The book can be enjoyed as a stand-alone novel, but I loved this one so much that I plan to read the first book some time too.

This book was just okay. Kinda gave off YA vibes but then it didn’t like 50% in. I enjoyed the dynamic between the two MCs but I couldn’t stand the FMC’s inner Monologue. She’s suppose to be in her mid twenties but acts 15

Rating: 3.75 stars

If you like Bridgerton and mysteries, you will definitely enjoy this book. The regency era vibes were so cozy and fun. I loved both the FMC and MMC and how they came together.

The book was on the "goofier" side which was fun for the most part. My only issue I had with it was the amount of filler that seemed to be added because of this. This may also just be something I'm not as used to, but I thought there were scenes that felt a bit unnecessary to the story.

Other than that though I enjoyed myself and would recommend to any friends looking for a fun, light read. It was a perfect read for spring.

As far as the audiobook portion goes, I think the narrator did a lovely job. The pacing was good and she kept me engaged the whole time. It wasn't revolutionarily done where I would insist my friends to listen to the audio over physically reading the book, but it was still well done and I would recommend either reading format.

Our Dear Miss H. Is on the Case was such a refreshing surprise! It’s a bit outside of my usual genre, but I ended up totally charmed by this cozy little mystery with heart. Marisa Calin absolutely nailed the narration—each character was brought so vividly to life, and her performance kept me fully engaged from start to finish.

I adored Georgina Harrington. She’s the kind of strong, independent woman you just want to root for—smart, brave, and perfectly capable of holding her own in a field full of men (literally… archaeology!). The archaeological backdrop was such a fun twist that added depth without feeling too heavy.

And can we talk about Alexander? His journey from being outcast and ashamed of his differences to learning self-acceptance really tugged at my heart. It was beautiful to see him grow into his own and find someone who saw him—truly saw him—for who he was.

The love story was sweet without being overly saccharine, and honestly, I’d recommend this to anyone looking for a feel-good read with a bit of mystery, a dash of history, and a whole lot of heart.

Our Dear Miss H Is on the Case had the potential to be a standout historical mystery, and while there were aspects I really enjoyed—especially the dynamic between Georgina and Alexander—the pacing and narration kept it from fully landing for me.

Georgina is a strong, independent, and refreshingly spirited protagonist. Her banter with Alexander was a highlight, and I genuinely rooted for them throughout their adventures. The premise of searching for her possibly kidnapped cousin was compelling, but the plot lagged quite a bit in the middle, which made it hard to stay engaged. The latter half of the book redeemed itself with stronger momentum and more excitement.

As for the audio version—I typically listen at 1.75x speed, but I found myself needing to slow it down for clarity, which disrupted the flow. The narration felt a little flat and made pretty difficult to understand & finish the story.

Overall, this is a solid read for fans of slower-paced historical mysteries with light romance, and I’m glad I stuck with it.

Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Audio for the advanced audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

Historical romance done right 👏

This lil gem was equal parts heartwarming, adventurous, emotional, romantic, mysterious, humorous and captivating!

I was hooked from the very beginning and will always root for a heroine who doesn’t necessarily fit into society’s norms & has a slightly unconventional passion/vocation for her time.

Georgina & Alexander were opposites attract in the best way! But of course equally driven, empathetic & soft people - I loved their dynamic and how they came to understand each other so well but appreciated the other person for their differences.

Side characters were fantastic & I love that we already have crumbs for the next book!

Narration was phenomenal! I was immediately drawn in and always admire when a narrator can do both the female & male parts well.

I was actually sad to finish this one, didn’t want it to be over - you can tell Violet put her heart into it.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher & the author for the opportunity to listen to this ARC!

4.5 ⭐️

I should have known better than to request this one, as I disliked a previous book by this author. And, as might be expected, I disliked this one as well.

The premise is one that I would generally like, but the characters are so ridiculous that I just can't sympathize with them. Everything feels too much, like the drama has been turned up to 11.\

The writing style is jarring as well and just doesn't flow well.

The narrator doesn't help with that, as she has a very odd cadence to her words. It's like she emphasizes unusual syllables. She also varies the volume of her words up and down over the sentence. The result is a sort of rolling up and down motion that makes it feel like you're on a boat. Concentrating too hard makes you feel a little seasick. It also saps any emotional impact from the words.

I will make sure to avoid this author in future, because I think her writing style just isn't for me.

*Thanks to Hachette Audio and Forever for providing an early copy for review.

I love audio books for my walks and even as I do mindless tasks around my classroom. I get more reading in, and my mind can stay occupied while I do things that don't require my focus.

Georgina Harrison is ahead of her time, a female archeologist in the Georgian era, who must rely on her cousin Percy to present her work. When he goes missing aling with a recent important find, Georgina teams up with his friend Alexander to find him. The problem is that Georgina's brother and Alexander's terrible father are bent on arranging a marriage between the two. Georgina wants to marry a scholar, and Alexandar refuses to marry a woman of his father's choosing. As they work together to find Percy, though, their views just might begin to change.

I enjoyed listening to this book. The narration is well done, and for me, that can really make or break an audio book even if the content itself is enjoyable. The romance side isn't too spicy if that's a concern for anyone. If you like light, historical romance/mystery, you'll like this one, too.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ALC.#ourdearmisshisonthecase #violetmarsh #audiobook #netgalley #newrelease

📖 Bookish Moments
This was such a cute Regency romcom! It also had strong cozy mystery vibes that I didn’t expect but really enjoyed.

I loved our FMC, Georgina! She was bold, smart, and very determined. She did not allow others to put her in a box because she was a woman. Her frustration was so valid and relatable.

Alexander’s backstory was so so so heartbreaking. His parents, especially his father, were just plain cruel. I wanted to hug him. The way his father beat him down over his leg was so awful! It made me root for him even more!

The fake engagement setup really worked. It gave them a reason to spend time together, and I loved watching them go from annoyed to actually liking each other. It felt real and sweet by the end. And I absolutely loved the ending! Especially how Alexander was so supportive of her and her pursuits! His promise to her at the end made my heart melt!

One note on the audiobook. I really liked the narrator for Georgina’s POV, but I had a harder time with the male voices — they didn’t quite land for me.

Read if you love:
💛 Regency romcoms
💛 Cozy mystery vibes
💛 Fake engagement
💛 Opposites attract
💛 Low Angst romance

📖 Final Score: ⭐⭐⭐.75
🎧 Audio Score: ⭐⭐⭐
🎙️ Narration Style: Solo

I received an advance listening copy from the publisher via NetGalley — all thoughts are my own.

This book set in the 1750s was a good read and a palette cleanser from what I typically read. I am not one to typically read historical romance so this was a nice change of pace for me. I also am not one to enjoy third person POV but this book was written in a way that it did not bother me. The disability representation with the MMC having clubfoot was great to read about especially from the point of view for the time period this book was written in. When requesting this book I wasn’t aware that the book was the second in the series so I believe I would have liked this book a little more if I had known that and read the previous book. I enjoyed the humor and banter and the way the book talked about heavy topics without being overly deep.

This book is a lot of fun! I enjoyed it thoroughly, even if it is somewhat predictable and the mystery part not the most mysterious out there.

That said, the romance was swooning, even if the main couple were a little insta-lovey. I listened to this audiobook in a busy time, and it was perfect for just turning my brain off and enjoying Georgina and Alexander’s (mis)adventures.

Georgina is a nice fmc; she is of her time, but still modern, and the back-and-forths between her and Alexander are hilarious and/or swooney.
Alexander is also a great Mmc, and I love the disabled rep he brings to the story!

I must also confess my love to the entire ‘fashion rooster’ subplot. It was hilarious.

The side characters were also nice, and the villain(s) made for an intriguing love story to say the least.

I do, however, also have some more negative critique. Firstly, the chapters are VERY long. Now, I don’t mind a long chapter every now and then, but a lot of the chapters could easily have been split into two. However, that’s a minor thing.
It would also have been nice to get to now the side characters better.
Further, the actual crimes are resolved pretty easily, where I wouldn’t have minded a few more complications, but honestly, I enjoyed the book nonetheless.

I listened to this book as an audiobook produced by Hachette Audio, narrated by Marisa Calin, and I enjoyed it a lot. Calin kept up a nice pace, making it possible to listen to the book while doing other things and still feeling the emotions of the characters and the story.

Overall, this is a great book for when you want to turn your brain off and just escape the real world into a regency romance with a touch of mystery.

3.5 stars rounded to 4.

Love the depiction of a character who has spent most of her life living on the outskirts of society and not used to being a part of a friend group as well as having a male mc who lives with a cane yet the fmc instinctively understands some of the more physical difficulties he deals with when it comes to supporting not only his frame but also hers. The audiobook narrator did a wonderful job of whisking me away to the point that I felt like I was just listening in to a conversation happening nearby. Her voice gave me the same vibes I get from actually reading a fun romp of a romance novel.

What a fun and fast paced historical romance for our dear Miss H!

Georgina and Alexander are both outcasts in their respective families but driven in their passions for life. Georgina was relegated to living with her cold step brother and sister in law while pursuing a secret career of archeological discovery. Alexander was born noble but with a deformity refused to accept he cannot be successful in "sport".

When Georgina's cousin who is Alexander's friend goes missing we get our cast of characters on the case. This was so fun to read that I devoured it while laughing and falling in love with most of the cast.....Alexander's parents are terrible 😒

If you enjoy books with animals in them pick this up, they are a cast in itself. All I can say is "Making Chickens a fashionable pet" 🤣🤣

I'm looking forward to continuing this fun series...can't wait to see what comes next ❤️

This book is a relatively fun romp with interesting characters, but there's too much focus on some aspects of the misogyny of the era while ignoring the other aspects. Being alone with men who are not members of her family would be just as damaging to the heroine's reputation as dressing as a man would. It was fine, but I won't seek out the other books in the series.