#Review: MUST LOVE SCOUNDRELS by Shana Galen

 

5 of 5 stars

I'm a huge fan of Ms. Galen, and her The Royal Saboteurs series is quite enjoyable. "Must Love Scoundrels" is my favorite of the series thus far.  Lucy Galloway & Duncan Slorach are agents sent to protect the Prime Minister's young son. They pose as brother and sister and take up positions as nanny and footman as they try to uncover the plot and who's behind it. What they found out is more than either of them had thought, and they must unravel the clues to find the would-be murderer.

I really loved how the book opened with Lucy trying to best Duncan on the obstacle course. I liked Lucy's determination and commitment to being the best agent she could be despite always feeling like second best. Coming from a family of famous agents had her always striving to prove herself. Duncan was adorable. I loved how sweet and considerate he was, but he was hiding a dark secret of his own. Lucy thought he was too sweet, too nice, too everything, and that's the last type of man she wanted to be with. She also had no idea he's been in love with her since he met her. She had no time for love and didn't even think she was capable of it.

Ms. Galen does a fantastic job of doling out the clues to uncover the murderer. Both Lucy and Duncan each had their own strengths, but together they were the perfect team. As they race to uncover the villain, Ms. Galen keeps the suspense high, all the while having Lucy and Duncan grow closer. I absolutely loved the ending. It was so fitting. I can't wait to read the final book in the series.

I voluntarily read the advanced reader copy, and all opinions are my own.