--- product_id: 102961975 title: "A Modest Independence (Parish Orphans of Devon Book 2) Kindle Edition" brand: "mimi matthews" price: "€ 9.32" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/102961975-a-modest-independence-parish-orphans-of-devon-book-2-kindle store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # A Modest Independence (Parish Orphans of Devon Book 2) Kindle Edition **Brand:** mimi matthews **Price:** € 9.32 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Modest Independence (Parish Orphans of Devon Book 2) Kindle Edition by mimi matthews - **How much does it cost?** € 9.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/102961975-a-modest-independence-parish-orphans-of-devon-book-2-kindle) ## Best For - mimi matthews enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted mimi matthews brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![A Modest Independence (Parish Orphans of Devon Book 2) Kindle Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91maqCWNg5L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars this story surpassed my expectations and earned a spot on my favorites list! *by C***T on Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2019* Mimi Matthews balances charm, adventure, and romance amidst vividly painted exotic locales in this Victorian novel. It matches a spunky and daring heroine to her perfect complement of a hero whose thoughtful nature and intelligence make their story one of friendship and familiarity not often plumbed within such an era– and their romance all the more meaningful for its resilience and selfless nature.There are so many things I love about this novel that make it one of my favorites in its Victorian niche: the layers of the story, the wonderful world travel, the smart friendship between Jenny and Tom, the important secondary characters, the romantic tension (that. is. always. there.), and the fact that their romance is apart from the course of their lives.I love that Jenny’s sense of identity never changes. She is a strong character whose journey is not about “finding herself”, but about her dreams changing and how the surprise possibility of love makes her see herself and choices differently without diminishing the value of her initial stance. She and Tom face their romance head-on, which I also appreciated, fully sharing their feelings and doubts in a straightforward manner. Tom, in turn, grows and reconciles his childhood and some of his past choices because he bends to see life through Jenny’s eyes.While I’m on the subject of Tom Finchley, let’s just talk about how his intelligence is SO attractive. I mean, his demeanor + the era make the simplicity of being on a first name basis just downright intimate. In various situations, he goes above and beyond to see after Jenny, all while respecting her abilities and wishes.With A Modest Independence, Mimi Matthews has established herself as a must-read author when it comes to historical romance. Her practiced and timeless style is proves her to be a contemporary of a Victorian voice. I am eager for what’s next in this series!!!Content note: overall a clean read, especially concerning the romance element, but there are some very mild expletives, mostly uttered by the characters in the company of gentlemen. 🙂 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars good writing, not light reading, mixed feelings on enjoyment *by D***L on Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2020* I gave this 4 stars because Mimi Matthews does excellent research and it shows in all her stories. She has a command of the era. She is able to paint a picture so I imagine myself there. She is very skilled at her craft. This was true for this book as well. Her stories are complex with lots of layers to them. I have some mixed feelings about the h and parts of the stroy that fell more to a 3-3/12. Though the h wasn't my favorite. I was able to see where she was coming from and saw how she came to be. I found I liked the H more though he was pretty flawed as well. I felt he grew and matured. I don't think the h ever truly gave up her man hating ways. I made notes as I read that said how bitter and unforgiving she was. She had a lot of pride and would paint all men with one broad brush. Perhaps this part of her character is to show how women didn't have very many rights back then. I felt she kind of used the H a bit and was on the self centered side during their travels. Some people complained the story is a bit drawn out because most of the book is with them on their travels. I could see how other readers felt it a bit slow. I was able to focus on the budding relationship so that didn't really become a problem for me. Their romance seemed more physical attraction and passionate kissing than a connection with heart and mind. I do appreciate the no bedroom scenes. I would say the heat rating is pg-13 with the kissing and description. Also, the wedding night does get a mention but no description. The h said it started in the afternoon and he was an attentive lover. I could do with out all that was previously mentioned but thankfully nothing was detailed & we're never led up to the bedroom door so to speak. I do like the flow of Mimi's stories and dialgoue. I really enjoyed book #1 and her other books. Hopefully, this mixed review is a one off. I'm really interested in finishing the series. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars An original historical novel! *by T***K on Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2022* In A Modest Independence Mimi Matthews gives us more of a glimpse of how a woman’s life during this time in history is curtailed by who she is tied to; a husband, brother, or father. In this case Tom decides to join Jenny on her journey as her “brother” as it would not be correct for a man and woman to travel alone, despite his having hired two Indian servants to join her. Their attraction for each other grows due to the close confines, the question is how or if they will do anything about it and the societal rules that would be broken if they did. I’ll admit to finding that fascinating.Another glimpse behind how people lived during this time is provided through Ahmad and Mira the two half Indian cousins that Tom hired as Jenny’s servants on the journey. As they are half British and half Indian, how are they treated? There are plenty of moments that show their inequality and provide great context to this time as well as help us get to know these two characters who are in A Siren in Sussex.As an aside, part of the novel takes place in Egypt, which I am currently vacationing in and found fun to read and see through our heroine‘s eyes the sites and sounds of a Cairo That is much different than it is today.I am again fascinated by this author’s writing style and the realism that she imbues into her story. I’m not sure I would have enjoyed this novel so much without the moments of inequality, conflict, and concerns that our heroine would retain her independence. I loved Tom Finchley’s bravery in the face of this type of woman and loved that they found a way to be together. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❣️ --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/102961975-a-modest-independence-parish-orphans-of-devon-book-2-kindle](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/102961975-a-modest-independence-parish-orphans-of-devon-book-2-kindle) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-14*