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Seeking Fortune: A Regency Inspirational Romance: (Seeking Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Josie Riviera (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 79 ratings
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★★ Do you love British inspirational Regency romance? Seeking Fortune is a faith-filled, clean, sweet, and wholesome story. Fall in love with heartwarming romance filled with delightful characters, Romany Gypsies, faith in God, and the promise of a second chance. ★★



A Golden Pen Winner, Seeking Fortune also received over 6000 nominations on Kindle scout.



There are lies more believable than truth.

Step into the enchanting world of Seeking Fortune, a captivating Regency romance that transports you to a time of hidden desires, fateful encounters, and the pursuit of love against all odds. Join James Colchester and Valentina, a mysterious Romany Gypsy, as their destinies intertwine in a tale filled with passion, secrets, and the promise of a brighter future.

James Colchester, a man burdened by heartache and shaken beliefs, finds himself at a crossroads when a devastating epidemic threatens his son's well-being. Should he seek safety by fleeing to his Welsh homeland or stay and face the uncertainties that lie ahead? In the midst of his turmoil, a chance meeting with Valentina, a captivating Romany Gypsy with flowing black hair and piercing green eyes, sparks a connection that defies reason.

Valentina, torn between her Romany heritage and the growing affection she feels for James, grapples with the weight of her choices. As she is hurled into James' life, offering solace and kindling a flame of hope, she unknowingly sets in motion a chain of events that could jeopardize their chance at everlasting love and steal James' most precious gift.

In the backdrop of their romance, a question looms: Are Valentina's superstitions mere illusion, or could they hold a profound message from a higher power? Will James' rediscovery of faith bridge the gap between their worlds and lead them to a love that transcends societal boundaries?

This story combines the allure of the Regency era, the captivating mystique of the Romany Gypsy culture, as well as forbidden love, destined encounters, and the power of redemption. Lose yourself in the rich tapestry of secrets, desires, and heartfelt moments as James and Valentina navigate their way through a world where true love is both a cherished dream and an arduous quest.

Perfect for fans of Regency romance and stories that delve into the complexities of cultural differences.




˃˃˃ Read all the books in the Inspirational Regency Romance Romany Gypsy “Seeking” Series:

Seeking Charity - To escape her cruel father, Charity ran away with a tribe of Romany Gypsies, leaving the handsome young friend who made life bearable. When Daniel recognizes the woman he thought long dead, his grief turns to joy.
But he’ll need every ounce of his faith to overcome the barriers between them.

Seeking Patience- Half-Romany, half-English lord, he lives a perilous Gypsy life … until a sweet English rose saves his life, and perhaps his soul. Widowed by a cruel husband, she's given up all hope of love. Brought together in peril, they dare to reach for a brighter future together.

Seeking Rachel- (A Rone finalist!) Rachel clashes with an arrogant ex-sea captain, and she remembers God’s promise: I will not leave you comfortless. Nash stumbles upon the outspoken Rachel, his weary heart sparks with life. Can he set a course for a future with her, and trust that God has prepared the way?


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Seeking Fortune: An Inspirational Regency Historical Romance

Are there lies ...

inspirational romance

... more believable

inspirational Regency series

... than the truth?

Editorial Reviews

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Amazon Review by Amazon Reviewer
5.0 out of 5 stars
"What a beautifully romantic story! I fell in love with gypsies when I first started reading romance. It was great visiting with them again in this book."

Amazon Review by Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars
"The setting was beautifully described. The reader will feel a part of the workings at the estate, the gypsy camp plus the nearby village.
The period details were well researched.
The characters were multifaceted, interesting, colorful and intriguing.
The story contained hidden secrets, deceit, prejudice, conversion to God, forgiveness, friendship that leads to love. A wonderful entertaining book must read book.
A Very Highly Recommenced Read!!!"

Amazon Review by D. Keith
5.0 out of 5 stars
"Riviera weaves a wondrous tale. of love, betrayal, and forgiveness. Valentina and James are both lost in a work of grief, but God ordered their steps and they eventually find their HEA. This inspirational romance is suitable for all ages."

From the Author

Dear Friends,

Seeking Fortune is the first book in my Inspirational Historical romance "Seeking" series.
The Romany (Gypsy) culture is complex and fascinating. After a two-year study of their traditions and beliefs, I wanted to write stories focusing on bigotry during the Regency era.

Valentina Rupa is a feisty Gypsy heroine. James Colchester, an English landed gentry, made the perfect hero--dedicated to his son, yet conflicted in his search for the truth.

Amidst a time when bigotry was the norm, the vibrant folklore of the Gypsy people sets the stage during the panic of the influenza epidemic. One brash lie spoken in haste is the catalyst.

My hope is to fully touch and engage you with the story of James and Valentina. It is a story of betrayal, forgiveness and God's unconditional love.

If you loved Seeking Fortune, please help other people find this book and post an online review.

Thank you and Happy Reading!
Josie Riviera

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0782DYK8J
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cherished Hearts Publishing (January 16, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 16, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4807 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 294 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 0999135651
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 79 ratings

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Josie Riviera is a USA TODAY bestselling author of contemporary, inspirational, and historical sweet romances that read like Hallmark movies. She lives in the Charlotte, NC, area with her wonderfully supportive husband. They share their home with an adorable shih tzu, who constantly needs grooming, and live in an old house forever needing renovations.

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Faith D
5.0 out of 5 stars Overcoming Cultural Differences
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023
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James and Valentina were worlds apart and both worlds would keep them apart. When they fell for one another their love had to be strong enough to overcome culture and opposition. This is a sweet romance and the overcoming of the cultureral issues is skillfully addressed by the author. An interesting and entertaining read.

The narration was good and helped the characters to reality.

I requested this audiobook from the author and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.
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Marissa
4.0 out of 5 stars Gypsy magic
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024
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Can a gypsy work her magic for a man who has lost faith after losing his wife and daughter to influenza? On a whim he has his palm read by her as he becomes enchanted with her. Will she be able to give him hope when he faces the possibility of losing his fragile son when another epidemic hit as he is torn to leave and flee to his homeland. There will be magic in the air as these two find a place in each other’s hearts. It is a sweeping romance.
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Carol Smith - Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Josie Riviera’s Seeking Fortune
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2019
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This is an excellent written work of historical
fiction. At that time the Romany people were
not considered to be respectable. They were
gypsies who stole, lied and would live hidden
on wealthy estates.
Valentina Rupa is a beautiful, hard working
gypsy woman who is very influential in the
gypsy tribe. After the death of her mother,
Valentina becomes concerned about the
health of her sister. The sisters travel to the
estate of a wealthy Welshman in search of
a physician.
James Colchester is the owner of this wealthy
estate. He is a widower and also has lost his
daughter. He is a brave soldier who is providing
for and raising a deaf young son. He takes the
sisters into his home to provide the necessary
care for the sick sister who also has a broken arm.
He feeds both sisters, makes sure they have the
proper clothes for living there and provides
beautiful, comfortable rooms fo them.
At that time, there was an influenza epidemic
in the region. Mr Colchester can not decide whether
to stay or flee to his Welsh estate.
Although against his religious beliefs, he consults
Valentina for a palm reading. She deceives him which
will be the source of conflict between them at a
later time.
James leaves the Bible in Valentina’s room. He hopes
she will read it and give up her gypsy beliefs.
There is an attraction between James and Valentina
but will circumstances keep them apart??
The setting was beautifully described. The reader
will feel a part of the workings at the estate, the gypsy
camp plus the nearby village.
The period details were well researched.
The characters were multifaceted, interesting,
colorful and intriguing.
The story contained hidden secrets, deceit, prejudice,
conversion to God, forgiveness, friendship that leads to love.
A wonderful entertaining book must read book.
A Very Highly Recommenced Read!!!
Read on Kindle Unlimited.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Writing needs some editing.
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2019
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The storyline was decent, but some of the book was out of order. One chapter suddenly was talking about events that hadn't happened. A few chapters later, those events occurred. Bible verses were not KJV, but seemed to be one of the modern versions which was not right for the time period. One important secret she was keeping from everyone just kind of faded away and was never told to James. It was far more important than the palm reading that they made such a big deal of. Story could be interesting but needs quite a bit of tweaking to be even somewhat accurate for the time period.
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Cinderella 7
5.0 out of 5 stars Can a Gypsy and an English Lord Call in Love?
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2019
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I enjoyed the book, actually the storyline of it.
I was impressed mostly with the part where
they mention that the Bible says we are not to
Consult spirit mediums. How true that is.

These two went through an awful lot to call in
💘Love, but did it stick? Why did they both need
forgiveness? Why did she leave? What are her
true feelings for Luka?

These questions can only be answered if you get
this book and either read or listen to it yourself.
I also have the audiobook and the narrator is a
Marvel! Her reading sounds just like that of a
Gypsy.

So please enjoy this book as I have.
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Bernadette Cinkoske
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating romance
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2018
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This is both a beautiful and a heart breaking romance. It is heart breaking the way the Romany were treated. All the characters are richly portrayed. Lots of history is covered but in a fascinating way. Valentina is a feisty gypsy, a fortune teller and healer, who learns to believe in God. James, a landed gentleman and Christian thinks he might have averted the tragedy in his life if he had heeded the future told to his wife. This is a wonderful story of God's unconditional love. I was captivated!
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K Staples
4.0 out of 5 stars good
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2023
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Sweet story, though a little too heavy on the romantic dialogue, for my taste. Thought it could use a little more action and less angst.
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Michaela
5.0 out of 5 stars packed in!
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2020
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A thorough Romany - Gentry romance. An interesting juxtaposition of superstition/fortune telling and Christianity. Forgiveness and loss, family and culture. A lot of stuff packed within these pages. I have mixed feelings about some of it, I was unsure of where things were being taken. However, I have no doubts about a 5 star rating.
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