 | Great misfortune of Stella Sedgwick Author: Isabelle, S. | |
| Price: $14.99 | ||
Summary:
A young Black woman in 1860s England is forced into London society where she reunites with the boy who broke her heart.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (06/01/25)
School Library Journal (07/01/25)
Booklist (+) (12/01/25)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 07/01/2025 *Starred Review* Stella Sedgwick is content to live in the country with her aunt and cousin. She has no designs on entering the marriage market and would much prefer a life of independence. Being Black in Regency England is difficult enough without trying to find a rich suitor. Stella’s plans are interrupted when her late mother’s former employer leaves her his grand estate and £2,000 a year. What happens next is a season of balls, romance, and a society advice column reminiscent of Lady Whistledown’s. Stella tells her story with humor and wit, whisking readers through the social season alongside her. Stella experiences many of the prejudices against Black people during the Regency era. While race does play a part in the story, it is Stella’s personality, humor, and strong-mindedness that drive the story and will endear it to readers. Secondary characters range from mixed race to Black, white, and Asian descent. Multiple swoonworthy suitors will leave readers wondering if Stella will give up her plans for spinsterhood. Isabelle has created a Regency romance that will satisfy romance fans who are not quite ready for Bridgerton but hunger for the balls and gossip of high society. A first purchase for all young adult collections. - Copyright 2025 Booklist.
