Engagements at that time period often happened with very little contact and even less true forethought. As a result the young married couples were little more than strangers. Your take on this is very accurate.

So, essentially, Henry is an idiot. He won't go to his wife and he is leaving her hanging. By now she has to wonder why they married in the first place. Will he grow out of this before she leaves him and goes home?

Henry speaks as if he is in love with Theresa, but his actions suggest otherwise. He doesn't even seem to be interested in her in the slightest. What, exactly, is going on... and will anything be revealed before the twentieth chapter?

What is wrong with Henry? Thus far you have explained very little about how he met Theresa, how he courted her, or what his attitude toward her is. I don't mind a mystery, but a little more exposition would be useful. Otherwise the story seems vacuous (empty, without solidity or substance).

Oh, and why weren't they allowed to dance?

You keep mentioning Gabriel at the ball. The way I understand it, you're referring to Mr. Washington? But wasn't his name Israel? Didn't Gabriel return home?

That was a beautifully written story. I was looking for a lovely historical story set in my favourit time piece and you filed that craving well. Keep up the incredible writing!

What an amazing story. Truly delightful. I loved the first chapter and her descriptions of her house. Very strong writing style and IT WAS GREAT! Really reminds me of "Pride and Prejudice."

You should really consider publishing it.

Great conclusion!

ok so why did they marry? and if it was because Henry loved her...or thought himself in love with her why would he not return with her? well I guess I was just wondering. Keeps me guessing I suppose!

CodeRomance

wow, very eloquently written! I am very impressed. You made it interesting...and kind of mysterious. Keeps us readers engrossed in the story.

CodeRomance

Wow, your very 1st chapter has inspired me to review... I usually review at the end of a story. Your writing style is unique & rather quaint, & I find that I rather like it. The sentences force me to read slowly so that I can savour the vivid & often dreamy descriptions. I particularly like the way you ended the chapter. Well, just thought I'd tell you what I thought Now I will read on... err... maybe after I do the study I'm supposed to ;

What I like best about your story is how detailed it is. Most authors put so much dialogue in and you can't understand what the heck is going on. Anyway, loved how this came up. Keep it up.

Excellent Job!

Keep writing! I enjoy reading your work!

Love it...and Henry.