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It Happened One Autumn (Wallflowers, #2)

Lisa Kleypas
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It Happened One Autumn (Wallflowers, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Lisa Kleypas

It Happened One Autumn (Wallflowers, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

382

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1840s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

It Happened One Autumn, by Lisa Kleypas, is a historical romance novel about Lillian Bowman, an American heiress, who challenges and captivates the reserved Marcus, Lord Westcliff. Set in the early 19th century, their relationship evolves amid societal expectations and personal transformations. This book is part of the Wallflowers series.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

74,228 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lisa Kleypas' It Happened One Autumn captivates with rich historical detail, engaging characters, and witty banter, particularly lauded for the chemistry between the leads. Some readers find the plot predictable and slow in parts, but overall, it remains a charming and enjoyable addition to the Wallflowers series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read It Happened One Autumn (Wallflowers, #2)?

Fans of historical romance with a penchant for spirited heroines and witty banter will delight in Lisa Kleypas's It Happened One Autumn. Comparable to Julia Quinn's Bridgerton series, this novel will charm readers who enjoy regency era settings, complex characters, and engaging, romantic storylines.

4.3

74,228 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The Wallflowers series, including It Happened One Autumn, is renowned for its depiction of strong, independent female characters navigating societal expectations during the Victorian era.

Lisa Kleypas is known for her meticulous historical research, which is evident in her detailed depictions of 19th-century England, adding authenticity to the romantic events in It Happened One Autumn.

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It Happened One Autumn is part of a beloved series where each book focuses on one of the "wallflowers," four young women who bond over their shared experiences at elite social gatherings, making it a favorite among fans of historical romance.

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Book Details
Pages

382

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1840s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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