"Our Admirable Betty: A Romance" by Jeffery Farnol is a historical romance that follows the unlikely connection between Major John D'Arcy, a seasoned soldier adjusting to civilian life, and Lady Elizabeth Carlyon, known as Betty, amidst the diversions of society, the story unfolds with humor and adventure woven into their encounters. Opening with Major D'Arcy reflecting on his solitary existence with his Sergeant, Zebedee Tring, the novel's beginning sets a tone of whimsy with the contrast of loyalty and melancholy, which foreshadows the entrance of the enchanting, Lady Betty. This opening sets the stage for a tale where companionship and humor blossom amid the grand landscape of historical society.
Our Admirable Betty: A Romance
By Jeffery Farnol
A war-weary soldier and an enchanting lady find love and adventure in a world of societal expectations and whimsical encounters.
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About the AuthorJeffery Farnol was a British writer from 1907 until his death in 1952, known for writing more than 40 romance novels, often set in the Georgian Era or English Regency period, and swashbucklers. He, with Georgette Heyer, largely initiated the Regency romantic genre.
Jeffery Farnol was a British writer from 1907 until his death in 1952, known for writing more than 40 romance novels, often set in the Georgian Era or English Regency period, and swashbucklers. He, with Georgette Heyer, largely initiated the Regency romantic genre.
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