Letters to Half Moon Street (Meddle & Mend #1)

Letters to Half Moon Street by Sarah Wallace

It has been a long while since I read a good epistolary novel, and I had honestly forgotten how much fun they can be. I've also been on a bit of a romance kick all winter, so this gentle little book was ticking all the right boxes. Letters to Half-Moon Street takes place in a London much like our own regency-era London, just with magic and queer courtship also being par for the course. (yes, please!)

When Gavin Hartford is sent to London to take care of some family business, he's not expecting much in the way of excitement. But then he meets Charles Kentworthy, who takes it upon himself to show Gavin how to enjoy the city, which Gavin mostly does in spite of being such a shy, bookish type. We learn of the bulk of their escapades in Gavin's letters to his sister Gerry, (who is quite wonderful and I sincerely hope we get to see more of her and her magic in future), and the relationship between the siblings is just as enjoyable to read as the blossoming romance.

Letters to Half Moon Street is an excellent little escape for those of us who enjoy a fresh take on Regency romance, and I treasured reading it. If you like queer romance, regency-era fiction, epistolary novels, or are just looking for a sweet, gentle read with lower stakes and a happy ending, you'll definitely want to give this book a try. I know I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for more Meddle & Mend books in the future!