Book Review: ‘To Swoon And To Spar: A Novel’ By Martha Waters

Viscount Penvale has dreamed of owning his family home since his parents passed away when he was young. His estranged uncle would not sell it to him until now. And it comes with a catch. He must marry his uncle’s 21-year-old ward, Jane Spencer, to get the house. After they’re married, Uncle tells Penvale one more thing, the house is haunted. Penvale doesn’t believe in ghosts, and he and Jane move to Trethwick Abbey, and start their lives. Once there, we learn Jane is behind the haunting, wanting the house to herself. As they investigate the haunting, they grow close, and it seems they may have a future together. But one haunting too many causes a problem, and Penvale leaves, as Jane figures out she’s in love with him, but is it too late. A fun, well-written rom-com, and some lol moments make for a sweet romance, in book number four of the series.

You can pick up To Swoon And To Spar in stores on Tuesday, April 11th from Atria.