Trope-Spotting with the Hiverton Sisters
If you love romance or women’s fiction, you probably have a favourite trope (or three). Whether it’s hidden pregnancy, enemies to lovers, runaway-from-glamour, or family feuds that span generations, the Hiverton Sisters have it all covered. Here’s your complete guide.
A New Life for Ariana Byrne
Tropes you’ll find:
Rags to Riches – Ari goes from struggling single mum to Countess of Hiverton.
Single Parent – juggling titles and toddlers.
Second Chance at Love – after a disastrous first marriage.
Grumpy/Sunshine – Seb’s calm steadiness vs Ari’s warmth.
Fish Out of Water – suddenly managing a Tudor manor and estate.
High Heels in the Highlands
Tropes you’ll find:
Enemies to Lovers – Clementine clashes (loudly) with Highland locals.
Grumpy/Sunshine – fiery designer vs brooding Scot.
Runaway / Starting Over – escaping betrayal in the fashion world.
Gothic Castle Setting – Ruacoddy Castle looms large.
Strong Woman vs Brooding Hero – sparks and banter galore.
Cornish Dreams at Cockleshell Cottage
Tropes you’ll find:
Hidden Pregnancy – Paddy’s secret changes everything .
Runaway from Glamour – swapping catwalks for Cornwall.
Small-Town Romance – village meddling, seaside charm, and belonging.
Found Family / Generational Friendships – heart-warming bonds with locals like Beryl .
Second Chance at Life – redefining who she is beyond the spotlight.
From Ireland with Love
Tropes you’ll find:
Family Feuds – bitter rivalries that stretch back to their father’s past.
Generational Secrets – uncovering their grandmother’s hidden history.
Sibling Loyalty vs Conflict – the twins clashing and healing.
Enemies to Lovers – Nick sparring with her romantic lead.
Grumpy/Sunshine – Nick’s icy control vs Gabe’s warmth.
Family Reunion / Found Kin – rediscovering roots in Ireland and broadening the family circle.
Aster Victorious
Tropes you’ll find:
Genius Heroine – Cambridge whizz-kid underestimated by all.
Vigilante Justice – secret crusader taking risks to right wrongs.
Protective Family vs Fierce Independence – the youngest sister proving herself.
Adventure + Romance – danger and love in equal measure.
Dear Diary (prequel novella)
Tropes you’ll find:
Forbidden Love – aristocrat’s daughter falls for an Irish student.
Secret Identity – Lily hides her name at college.
Coming of Age / First Love – discovering independence and desire.
✨ In every book:
Found Family – the sisters’ bond is the series heartbeat.
Heritage & Secrets – every estate hides something.
Friendships Across Generations – Dickie at Hiverton, Beryl in Cornwall, Mary in Ireland.
Closed-Door Romance – plenty of chemistry and swoon, but the door politely shuts.
So… what’s your favourite trope? Whether it’s castle banter, Cornish secrets, Irish feuds, or London intrigue, there’s a Hiverton sister waiting for you.