4 of 5 stars
Cassandra Knightsbridge,
only daughter of Viscount Trebly, is looking forward to her first Season. She
is soon caught up in false gossip started by six ducal heirs who wish to take
the spotlight off them and their fathers' decree that they marry or face a cutoff
of funds. As soon as Lord Hampton thinks hard about what they've done, he tries
to stop the gossip, but it takes off on a life of its own and ruins an innocent
girl. She flees London under a cloud of suspicion. Can Hampton redeem himself
and win the heart of Cassandra?
I enjoyed this book even
though the plot point of six dukes getting together to form a pact to force
their heirs to marry seem a little far fetched. Ms. Archer has created a strong
heroine in Cassandra and her feelings are consistent when she refuses to accept
Hampton's apology. I loved Hampton's grandmother, the Dowager Duchess. She was
a great secondary character who added much to the plot. Even the inclusion of
large breed dogs brought a levity to a serious problem for young ladies who
suffer vicious gossip. The only thing I didn't like was the repeated mention of
guns and how wonderful they are. I understand their role in the plot, but I
thought it went a bit too far. All in all, this was a witty and clean regency
romance.
I voluntarily read a
advanced reader copy and all opinions are my own.
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