Love In Two Acts is a work of romance and historical fantasy fiction penned by author Ronnda Eileen Henry. In this clean romance suitable for all readers and romance fans, we find ourselves in another world where pseudo-historical social rules apply. The central character is Marigold, companion and dear close friend of the Princess Rozabela, who is due to shortly be married. But when the princess’s carriage is attacked and the Tenbians want to take away the princess for themselves, Marigold steps into the role to protect her friend. Posing as the princess, she finds herself the captive bride of a king’s son, but it’s only so long before the secrets start to unravel.

For a novella-length work, author Ronnda Eileen Henry packs a lot of action and quaint, delightful moments of narration into her story. The romance elements are cleanly written but also sparkling with tension and intensity, particularly as the plot moves on and Marigold gets to know her new surroundings better. As a central character, Marigold is written for the modern world, with rebellious sensibilities and a no-nonsense attitude that was refreshing and delightful to read. This adds a new dimension to the tale and to the proposed social hierarchy of the pseudo-historical setting, giving love and life a chance to thrive as it perhaps did not in real history. Overall, Love In Two Acts is an accomplished novella that delivers plenty of light and joy in its narration, but also excitement and intrigue, with a cast of characters you’re sure to fall deeply in love with.