This anthology series is one of my favorite regency anthologies to date. Each story was so immersive and enjoyable that I devoured the entire anthology within hours of getting my hands on it.

The mystery that surrounds a masquerade is intriguing enough, but dressing up in costumes that hide your identity is always a treat, especially as we are currently in Halloween season. The freedom of dressing up like someone or something other than yourself is so fun, especially when your inhibitions lower, and things you never thought could be possible suddenly become possible. It’s in this spirit we find three entertaining stories that all surround a masquerade.

The collection starts off with A Double Masquerade by Elizabeth Johns. I was instantly smitten with this story but really fell in love when Phoebe chose her costume, which just so happens to be one of my favorite creatures. The secrecy of the masquerade ball and how obvious fate was in the meeting between Arthur and Phoebe was nothing short of magical. Everything about their relationship is unconventional and I am here for it! A play off of Cinderella, A Double Masquerade is teeming with wit and charm as we see a peacock and a fox play a game of cat and mouse in this utterly charming novella.

Every single moment of this story was my favorite part and I didn’t stop reading for one single second. Can a fox and a peacock find love? You’ll just have to read it and find out!

Next is Their Masked Secret by Jen Geigle Johnson. This novella starts out with a very cute premise and my heart instantly went out to poor Jamie. Who would ever want to marry out of duty when you can marry for love?

Jamie and Merry’s story has a lot more romantic moments that had my swoony heart going pitter-patter. Their first meeting is so sweet and simple yet at the same time holds so much fire and meaning. A very powerful connection binds them to one another, so much so that neither really understand it themselves.

This was such a wonder story that I loved it so, so much!! If I had to choose a favorite of the three I believe this would be it. It truly has it all and I fell so hard that I wish this could’ve been a full-length novel. When it ended I was not ready for the magic to end!

The third and final novella is Masquerade A-la-Mode by Annette Lyon. Sadly, this was my least favorite of the three, though it still was a fairly charming read. In this novella the masquerade doesn’t start out at a ball but in an advertisement for Lonely Hearts, which is an interesting premise, especially for the time period. The author was able to work a masquerade ball later into the story in a very creative way, which I quite enjoyed, and it got better from there.

This novella had more of a sweet and subdued feel to it, which was opposite of what I was expecting, but overall it’s a cute story that I did enjoy.

I must end this review by saying just how much I love this series! It gets better and better with each volume and I am living for it. This is how an anthology is supposed to be written! It is chock full of likable characters, masquerade mix-ups, and love compounded. What more could you want? ( )

Another delightful Georgian collection from Timeless Romance Anthologies! When I’m short on time, I love picking up these anthologies knowing I’ll be able to finish a well written novella in one sitting. This book delivered three intriguing tales all centered around a masquerade.

A Double Masquerade by Elizabeth John’s was my favorite! After his heir dies unexpectedly, Arthur realizes he must take a wife. Not wanting to alert the ton to his new status, he dons an elaborate fox disguise to check out the prospects at a masquerade ball. Phoebe is asked by her aunt to pose as her cousin who’s sick with measles. She dresses in a beautiful peacock costume & soon finds herself the toast of the ball. Arthur is immediately attracted to her & goes to great lengths to search her out. I loved this Cinderella like story. It was fun to see that instant attraction develop into more as they keep “bumping into each other” at various locations.

Their Masked Secret by Jen Geigle Johnson is the story of James “Jamie” Holbrook & his friends, a group of second sons given an ultimatum by their fathers to settle down. Meredith or Merry is a new heiress & worries men will want her only for her wealth. Through a series of humorous mishaps, these two get together not knowing much about the other. This was a fun read with plenty of fun shenanigans.

Masquerade A-la-Mode by Annette Lyon is the touching romance of wounded soldier Charles Ballam who follows his commander’s advice to place an ad in the lonely hearts advertisements. His ad catches the eye of Clarissa Amesbury who’s determined to meet him at a masquerade ball. Their meeting doesn’t go smoothly though with a few mishaps, misunderstandings, and switched places with friends. But, the happily ever after is well worth it. Charles was an endearing character & while this had a more modern feel, I enjoyed the story & romance.

All of these novellas are set in the Georgian time period & are another fabulous addition to the Timeless Romance Collection. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own and voluntarily provided. ( )