Amazon review: Mr. Richard A. Loveridge, ★★★★★
Apart from the strong, engaging storyline and well-observed characters there are numerous turns of phrase and semi-asides that made me think about life. Needed a few googles for some of the words and phrases, both expanding my vocab (usually a good sign to me) and showing the author had well-researched mannerisms, terms, and phrases popular in and appropriate to the period.
Be a good book for hunkering down in winter or as a holiday book at the villa/beach.