Tag Archives: Georgian Era

The Honours of the Table, a Book by the Reverend John Trusler, Describing Proper Behavior at the Dinner Table, Part 2

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

Title Names Created / Published Headings Notes The Honours of the Table, or Rules for Behavior During Meals (Library of Congress site) This is how the RareTome website listing describes the book as . . . A delightful work, by … Continue reading →

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Mystery and Suspense Month: The Heartless Earl: A Common Elements Romance Project Novel on Sale Until November 5

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

In my Regency romantic suspense release, The Heartless Earl, Sterling Baxter, the Earl of Merritt, has married a woman who left him as quickly as she gave birth to their son. He is cuckolded in the eyes of Society and trapped … Continue reading →

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Mystery and Suspense Month: Lady Chandler’s Sister: Book 3 of the Twins’ Trilogy on Sale Until November 5

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

ALL BOOKS FEATURED THIS MONTH ARE ON SALE IN eBOOK FORMAT FOR $1.39. GRAB THEM WHILE THE PRICE IS RIGHT. THE SALE ENDS ON 5 NOVEMBER 2023. Today, I bring you Lady Chandler’s Sister, the third book in the Twins’ … Continue reading →

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Reverend John Trusler, a Man for All Times or Cunning Con Man, Part 1

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

In researching something on another piece on William Blake, I came across a letter from Blake to Reverend John Trusler, who I will address in a moment. Yet, for those not familiar with William Blake (remember I spent many years … Continue reading →

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Mystery and Suspense Month: Angel Comes to the Devil’s Keep: Book 1 of the Twins’ Trilogy on Sale Until November 5

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

ALL BOOKS FEATURED THIS MONTH ARE ON SALE IN THE eBOOK VERSION FOR $1.39. GRAB THEM WHILE THE PRICE IS RIGHT. THE SALE ENDS SUNDAY, 5 NOVEMBER, 2023. Angel Comes to the Devil’s Keep was originally released by Black Opal … Continue reading →

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Wellington’s “Waterloo Dispatch” ~ Part 2

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

After my post on Friday regarding Wellington’s “Waterloo Dispatch,” I received several email regarding the contents of the dispatch. First, permit me to share it with you (from Wikisource), and then I will make a few comments on the news … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Victory: The Waterloo Dispatch

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

18 June 1815 saw what has become known as The Battle of Waterloo. The French Army was led by Napoleon Bonaparte, a man still attempting to capture the glory of the French empire of 1810. France of 1815 had lost … Continue reading →

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The Nature of “Making Calls” and the Use of “Calling Cards” in the Regency Era

Posted on September 27, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

“Calling cards first became popular in Europe in the 18th century and were favored by royalty and nobility. Their popularity spread across Europe and to the United States and soon calling cards became essential for the fashionable and wealthy. Society homes often had a silver … Continue reading →

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Happy 4th Book Birthday to Mr. Darcy’s Bet: A Pride and Prejudice Vagary

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

Today, I celebrate the birth of what was my 48th book baby. Now I am well over 60 titles and counting. The idea shocks me!!!  Mr. Darcy’s Bet: A Pride and Prejudice Vagary is a story which came to me … Continue reading →

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Happy 6th Book Birthday to The Earl Claims His Comfort: Book 2 of The Twins’ Trilogy

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Regina Jeffers

On 4 August 2023, I shared an excerpt from Book 1 of the Twins’ Trilogy, Angel Comes to the Devil’s Keep, Book 1 of the Twins’ Trilogy, for that book was celebrating its 7th’s Book Birthday. Today I have an … Continue reading →

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