Visit Linore Rose Burkard’s site and you’re greeted with the above happy sentiment and the sense that you’ve traveled back in time to a place where life is more gentle, men more chivalrous, and women more virtuous–at least the heroes and heroines.

Linore writes in a true Regency style with turn of phrase, viewpoint, and vocabulary crafted seamlessly to transport her readers to another era. Her stories are highly romantic and sweet, designed to meet the hunger many of us have for a true regency romance in the vein of the timeless stories by Jane Austen.

Linore says she began writing when she couldn’t find a Regency romance with an inspirational twist. “There were Christian books that approached the genre,” she says, “But, they fell short of being a genuine Regency. I knew that many women like me want stories that are historically authentic and offer glimpses of God’s involvement in our lives. So, I finally gave up looking and decided to write one myself.”

Her regency series begins with the delightful story of Miss Ariana Forsythe who falls in love with Mr. Phillip Mornay, England’s current darling rogue in the novel, Before the Season Ends. But will the high society life Ariana is thrust into change her sweet, dedicated disposition, or will others find the God she loves? I thoroughly enjoyed this sweet romance and the sense of being whisked into a society and time where life is more beautiful, manners paramount, and morality applauded. The love story captured my attention and drew me right in!

The second book in the series continues with Ariana and Phillip’s story in The House on Grosvenor Square, which is full of danger and intrigue. Will Phillip see Linore’s heart despite the accusations aimed at her? And most of all, can he keep her safe when someone is clearly out to harm her?I haven’t yet purchased The Country House Courtship, the third book in the series, which tells about Ariana’s sister, Beatrice but I look forward to journeying back in time with Linore and her delightful cast of characters. If you’re longing for a break from modern reading and want something fresh and engaging, give Linore’s regency romance a try. A dedicated mom and Christian, Linore has created a world full of hope and promise.