Author: Katie Jackson

I am the eagle-eyed historical romance editor, proofreader, beta reader, book reviewer, and writer behind Regency Editorial Services. Growing up in the Arizona desert, I dreamed of lush English landscapes and bygone times of lords and ladies. An ardent admirer of authors, I am an enthusiastic Janeite and introverted mother of clever and inquisitive sons. Visit me at my website! RegencyEditorial.com

A Very Austen Romance: Austen Anthologies (Book 3), by Robin Helm, Laura Hile, Wendi Sotis, Barbara Cornthwaite, Chautona Havig, Mandy H. Cook — A Review

From the desk of Katie Jackson: Dear readers, we are living in a golden age, filled to brimming with a wealth of Jane Austen-inspired tales that creatively explore the endless possibilities of her beloved characters. We are rich, indeed, my friends, and A Very Austen Romance: Austen Anthologies Book 3 is a fine addition to... Continue Reading →

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Tempted: A Pride and Prejudice Variation, by Nicole Clarkston — A Review

Tempted by Nicole Clarkston 2020

From the desk of Katie Jackson: Most variations of Jane Austen's classic novels are set in England, in the same Regency time period as the original stories. I was therefore pleasantly surprised to discover that this new Pride and Prejudice variation—Tempted, by prolific Austenesque author Nicole Clarkston—takes place in a unique time and multiple locations.... Continue Reading →

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A Timely Elopement: A Pride and Prejudice Variation, by Joana Starnes — A Review

A Timely Elopement by Joana Starnes 2020

From the desk of Katie Jackson: For a Pride and Prejudice enthusiast, there is nothing quite like an unusually talkative and passionate Mr. Darcy to pique one’s interest. And it becomes particularly intriguing when the story is told almost exclusively from his perspective. Ironically, it is perhaps his most blundering speech that is mercifully interrupted... Continue Reading →

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Being Mrs Darcy, by Lucy Marin — A Review

Being Mrs. Darcy, by Lucy Marin (2020)

From the desk of Katie Jackson:   In Regency-era novels, which are popular for their promotion of proper behavior and swoon-worthy romantic declarations, forced-marriage tropes spice up the angst and the inevitable, slow-burn romances that result. It is satisfying to read of gentlemen doing the right thing, marrying not for love but as their duty... Continue Reading →

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