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Regency
The Making of a Gentleman (Regency Series #5)
Saved from the gallows…
Just moments from the hangman's noose, Jonah Quinn escapes from infamous Newgate Prison. Taking prison volunteer Florence Hathaway hostage is a masterstroke, but Jonah intends to end their acquaintance once he's free. God, however, has other plans.
The caring spinster's mission is to turn Jonah's life around. The burly fugitive scoffs at the notion he can be groomed into respectability, much less win a royal pardon. He knows that donning a waistcoat and cravats does not change a man. But a woman's stubborn faith? That can accomplish miracles. Florence sees right into the depths of his roguish heart, and Jonah finds himself wanting to become that man she sees….
Just moments from the hangman's noose, Jonah Quinn escapes from infamous Newgate Prison. Taking prison volunteer Florence Hathaway hostage is a masterstroke, but Jonah intends to end their acquaintance once he's free. God, however, has other plans.
The caring spinster's mission is to turn Jonah's life around. The burly fugitive scoffs at the notion he can be groomed into respectability, much less win a royal pardon. He knows that donning a waistcoat and cravats does not change a man. But a woman's stubborn faith? That can accomplish miracles. Florence sees right into the depths of his roguish heart, and Jonah finds himself wanting to become that man she sees….
448 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2007
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About the author
Ruth Axtell Morren
21 books76 followersRuth Axtell Morren wrote her first story when she was 12--a spy thriller--and knew she wanted to be a writer.
There were many detours along the way as she pursued more realistic goals. She studied comparative literature at Smith College, where she received a Bachelor's degree; spent her junior year in Paris; taught English and lived as an au pair in the Canary Islands; worked in international development in Miami, Florida. It was there she met her husband, a Dutchman from Suriname, who took her to the Netherlands to live for six years.
In Holland Ruth began crafting her first serious story in between having children Justin, Adaja and Andre. It was there, too, she gained her first recognition as a writer when she made the finals in the Romance Writers of America Golden Heart Contest in 1994.
After the initial euphoria wore off, it was still several years before she made any progress. Ruth and her family moved back to the U.S. to the east coast of Maine. It was the ideal location--surrounded by spruce and fir, a short walk from the rocky seashore--to hunker down in front of her computer and write the stories simmering at the back of her mind.
Ruth's inner journey of faith parallels her outward journey--seemingly circuitous, sometimes wandering in the desert--yet ever-guided by the Good Shepherd.
Ruth currently teaches Spanish to her children and a small group of elementary school children in an after-school program. She also enjoys gardening and has recently learned to knit. Living in rural Maine has given her an opportunity to learn to start a fire in a woodstove on a cold winter morning, shovel snow and realize how many stars are in the sky at night.
also writes under the name Ruth Axtell
There were many detours along the way as she pursued more realistic goals. She studied comparative literature at Smith College, where she received a Bachelor's degree; spent her junior year in Paris; taught English and lived as an au pair in the Canary Islands; worked in international development in Miami, Florida. It was there she met her husband, a Dutchman from Suriname, who took her to the Netherlands to live for six years.
In Holland Ruth began crafting her first serious story in between having children Justin, Adaja and Andre. It was there, too, she gained her first recognition as a writer when she made the finals in the Romance Writers of America Golden Heart Contest in 1994.
After the initial euphoria wore off, it was still several years before she made any progress. Ruth and her family moved back to the U.S. to the east coast of Maine. It was the ideal location--surrounded by spruce and fir, a short walk from the rocky seashore--to hunker down in front of her computer and write the stories simmering at the back of her mind.
Ruth's inner journey of faith parallels her outward journey--seemingly circuitous, sometimes wandering in the desert--yet ever-guided by the Good Shepherd.
Ruth currently teaches Spanish to her children and a small group of elementary school children in an after-school program. She also enjoys gardening and has recently learned to knit. Living in rural Maine has given her an opportunity to learn to start a fire in a woodstove on a cold winter morning, shovel snow and realize how many stars are in the sky at night.
also writes under the name Ruth Axtell
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December 2, 2015
Fast paced, sweet romance. I finished it in record time. If you like Regency romance, I think you'll really enjoy this book.
March 13, 2022
I always enjoy Ruth Axtell Morron's novels. This storyline was interesting and showed the distinct divisions within the classes. Divisions that is some ways are still present in societies. I love the novels focus on the Lord's command to have mercy upon the poor and justice for the prisoner.
March 11, 2023
For regency era lovers, this is your book. Full of intrigue, drama, and romance. I like this author’s stories, although regency is not my favorite genre. Still, this book is well-developed and characters rounded out.
March 23, 2021
Improbable but a great, clean and Christian romance. Quite sweet too.
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Just moments from the hangman's noose, Jonah Quinn escapes from infamous Newgate Prison. Taking prison volunteer Florence Hathaway hostage is a masterstroke, but Jonah intends to end their acquaintance once he's free. God, however, has other plans.
The caring spinster's mission is to turn Jonah's life around. The burly fugitive scoffs at the notion he can be groomed into respectability, much less win a royal pardon. He knows that donning a waistcoat and cravats does not change a man. But a woman's stubborn faith? That can accomplish miracles. Florence sees right into the depths of his roguish heart, and Jonah finds himself wanting to become that man she sees.…
Just moments from the hangman's noose, Jonah Quinn escapes from infamous Newgate Prison. Taking prison volunteer Florence Hathaway hostage is a masterstroke, but Jonah intends to end their acquaintance once he's free. God, however, has other plans.
The caring spinster's mission is to turn Jonah's life around. The burly fugitive scoffs at the notion he can be groomed into respectability, much less win a royal pardon. He knows that donning a waistcoat and cravats does not change a man. But a woman's stubborn faith? That can accomplish miracles. Florence sees right into the depths of his roguish heart, and Jonah finds himself wanting to become that man she sees.…
November 6, 2011
I like it very much!! By the way, love all Ruth Axtell's book. She is a great writer and the books have always a message, a christian one. That one was about a man accused of wrong doing, innocent and that runaway in the day of his hang. He abducted a woman, a christian one, and both go to the suburbs of London. He led her free. She offered him compassion. And he came to his brother, the minister. Of course, they fall in love. It is a previsible story, but well written.
October 1, 2009
I enjoyed this book even though I did get a bit weepy towards the end. It's a "gentle read", and yet kept me in suspense. I liked how Christianity is depicted - not perfect but seeking perfection. It seemded quite believable to me too, with the details of Regency England throughout.
January 17, 2010
There is something about Ruth Axtell Morren that I really enjoy. I like how she weaves a little romance with Christian truths. The Making of a Gentleman shows that it's not what's on the outside that counts, but where the heart is. Very nicely done!
June 3, 2011
The cover looked so promising!
I should have examined it more closely, though. This is a Christian-themed novel thinly disguised as a Regency romance.
I slogged through to the end, but I don't recommend this book.
I should have examined it more closely, though. This is a Christian-themed novel thinly disguised as a Regency romance.
I slogged through to the end, but I don't recommend this book.
August 14, 2009
This book felt stilted. The heroine was too good and she came across as fake. I also didn't feel like the hero's character was very well developed either. Disappointing.
April 5, 2014
This was the first book I have read by Ruth Morren. It was a good book. I wouldn't say excellent, but it was good. I am looking forward to reading more books by her.
July 22, 2015
This one was just okay for me. I thought the love story could have been a little more developed. I would have also liked to see more emotion and personality come forth from each of the characters.
October 10, 2015
Great story, good character development, morally sound story.
June 1, 2016
A regency My Fair Lady twist. Jonah's transformation from an innocent fugitive to a gentleman through Florence's firm hand was a delight to watch.
August 12, 2008
Very written, interesting characters....wanted to meet them all.
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