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Elizabeth
May 8, 2026
Beautiful queer awaking in Regency England
I loved this book! This was a queer awakening, sapphic historical romance set in Regency era England. Lady Charlotte and Delina's story was a delightful read, watching them slowly realize their feelings towards each other and how much they struggled with those feelings felt so realistic. In a time period when homosexuality was certainly not openly discussed with young ladies, it was very believable that they literally wouldn't know what they were feeling or be able to understand them. I wonder if Delina never received a push from Lucinda, if she ever would have understood her own sexuality. Lady Charlotte did seem more aware of her desire for Delina as she was actively repressing her thoughts and feelings - refusing to let herself dwell on any potentially romantic feeling towards her friend and companion. I loved their ending and was so glad that in Charlotte and Delinas happy ending, we also got a happy ending for Delinas mother and siblings too!