A Lesson in Propriety + Giveaway

With her father dead, her fortune stolen, and her fiancé casting her aside, Miss Drusilla Merriweather’s privileged life has been upended. She is left with only one option: to provide for her family by opening a finishing school in the allegedly haunted castle she’s inherited from her eccentric aunt. However, her plan is immediately threatened by unscrupulous developers keen on claiming the coveted estate for themselves, by any means necessary.

Mr. Rhenick Wittenbecker, a dashing architect with a tendency to charm his way out of trouble, is convinced he can protect Drusilla but is challenged by her fierce independence. Yet when strange occurrences–walking suits of armor and unexpected ghostly visitors–arise within castle grounds, Drusilla must decide whether to risk her family’s safety and her school on the gallant architect who seems to have found his way into her heart.

In this entrancing series starter, Turano presents a tale of laugh-out-loud adventure, swoon-worthy romance, and delightful mischief in the Gilded Age.

My Review:

I always embrace a new Jen Turano book with giddy delight. Her combination of wit and wisdom is so unique. Madcap mayhem from start to finish and the knack she has for writing absurd dialogue that actually (eventually) makes sense is priceless! I always know I’m in for a rollicking good read and ‘A Lesson in Propriety‘ is exactly that.

A jilted heroine whose fortune has been stolen. A benevolent aunt’s gift of a haunted manor. The inkling of a plan to create a finishing school in said manor…after vanquishing the ghosts, of course. Throw in some sinister underworld types who will stop at nothing to obtain her property. Oh, and I mustn’t forget the swoony neighbour always willing to dash to the rescue (as if Drusilla needed rescuing…pfffft!) Mix them all together and, voila, a crafty, hilarious fantastical story is born. Delightfully unputdownable!

I listened to the audible edition of this novel narrated by one of my favourite performers, Tavia Gilbert. She has the perfect voice and energy for the zaniness of Turano’s storytelling.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

US – available in print or ebook — winner’s choice

Canada – paperback, ebook or audible (if available) — winner’s choice

International – ebook copy if you have a US Kindle account.

If you would like a chance to win a copy of A Lesson in Propriety  leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoread AT yahoo DOT ca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it’s easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday September 13 2025

40 thoughts on “A Lesson in Propriety + Giveaway”

  1. Jen Turano’s books are a delight. We are reading her debut novel A Change of Fortune for book club next month. I’m excited. The cover on this book is eye catching. Jen and her books are a hoot!

    Thanks for all you do

    Nora finding hope yahoo

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  3. I, too, LOVE Jen Turano’s books and try to devour them as quickly as I can when released. A LESSON IN PROPRIETY is most definitely on my gotta read section of my TBR list. Even if you didn’t know the author, this gorgeous cover would have to draw you in for a closer exam. All of it, cover, author, Drusilla I can do anything, forward thinking, fortune stolen, haunted manor, swoon worthy neighbor, a “a rollicking good read” review from Kav, all add up to a fabulous read I KNOW without a doubt that I’m going to love diving into.

    Thank you so much for the fabulous chance to win a copy!

    Have a magnificent Monday to start you off on a fabulous new week.

    2clowns at arkansas dot net

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    1. Ha, her character names are so dreadful they’re completely hilarious! I’m always embarrassing myself when I listen to her books on my walks because I can’t help howling with laughter. 🙂 Good luck, Elizabeth!

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    1. It’s so much fun! If you are looking for a lighthearted read, any book by Jen Turano will fit the bill. And this is the first in a series too, so great place to reacquaint yourself with her writing. Good luck, Sandy!

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  14. I always enjoy Jen’s books but I’ve missed the last few titles. This book sounds especially delightful! Thanks for the chance.

    Connie Saunders

    cps1950ATgmailDOTcom

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  16. Please don’t enter me in the giveaway since I already have a copy of A Lesson in Propriety. Jen Turano’s books are ones I always have to purchase or ask for as a gift. Her books are so hilarious but also have a good message.

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