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scoutmomskf's review against another edition
4.0
Good book. Delia is in London for the Season, with her aunt and widowed sister-in-law. While the aunt believes that the two younger women are there to find husbands, Delia has another goal in mind. She is searching for the man who cheated her brother at cards, ultimately causing his death and their financial ruin. To do so, she disguises herself as a man and haunts the gaming hell where it happened. Delia is very protective of her family and will do anything she can to take care of them. She is also keeping a secret that is another motivation for her actions.
Warren is a well-known rake and cousin to Delia's friend Clarissa (The Study of Seduction). She asked Warren to keep an eye on Delia, who she is worried about. Warren was reluctant, as he suspects Clarissa is matchmaking, but soon discovered that Clarissa was right to be worried. While out one night, Warren recognized Delia and is determined to stop her. Warren is a good man, in spite of the reputation he has earned with his late night activities. He is driven by demons from his childhood that have had a profound effect on his view of himself.
I enjoyed the development of the relationship between Delia and Warren. There are sparks between them from the moment they met. Warren was intrigued by Delia's forthright manner, and puzzled by why she acts the way she does. His concern is also motivated by something that had happened to Clarissa. Once he discovers her secret activities, Warren is determined to stop her. I enjoyed their confrontation, as the heat in their exchange was also exacerbated by their underlying attraction. Warren was willing to help with her search, though Delia's trust issues have her reluctant to believe in his sincerity. When both were coerced into attending Clarissa's house party, the heat and tension continued to build. Their flirtatious and frequently innuendo-laden conversations are hilarious. When the two were found in a compromising situation, marriage was the only solution. I loved how they accepted the necessity rather than fighting it. During the time leading up to the wedding, I loved their honest conversations and the increasing heat between them.
I loved the interactions between Warren and Delia. It was pretty clear that, although it had its beginnings in lust, what they had together was rapidly becoming more. Warren especially fights it because of his feeling that it is impossible for him to have a normal relationship. Delia accepted her feelings more quickly and was determined to show Warren what they could have together. I loved how she confused Warren by not reacting to his actions the way he expected. She was well on her way to figuring out the cause of the problem when they received a surprise visit from Warren's brother. That scene was intensely moving as Hart spoke of things which Warren would not. I ached for Warren and what he had been through, and his fear of how Delia would react. I adored her loving and practical response and the impact it had on Warren.
Throughout the story was the question of who had cheated Delia's brother and whether Delia would be able to find him and get her restitution and revenge. The mystery was solved in a very unexpected manner and had an unexpected link to other characters. The reasons the man had cheated were understandable, and it looked like it may have been a no-win situation on both sides. I liked that he took responsibility for his actions and was prepared to fix what he could.
I also enjoyed the secondary characters. I liked seeing more of Clarissa and Edwin now that they are married, and how happy they are together. I also liked the little bit I saw of Delia's aunt. She definitely looked out for her nieces. Her reaction to finding Warren and Delia together was not unexpected. However, her later conversation with Warren was. I thoroughly enjoyed his reaction to that conversation. The most intriguing one was Delia's sister-in-law, Brilliana. Her avoidance of Clarissa was puzzling until they were at the house party. Her reaction to Clarissa's brother explained a lot, both then and later. I'm looking forward to reading the next book and learning more about her.
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Warren is a well-known rake and cousin to Delia's friend Clarissa (The Study of Seduction). She asked Warren to keep an eye on Delia, who she is worried about. Warren was reluctant, as he suspects Clarissa is matchmaking, but soon discovered that Clarissa was right to be worried. While out one night, Warren recognized Delia and is determined to stop her. Warren is a good man, in spite of the reputation he has earned with his late night activities. He is driven by demons from his childhood that have had a profound effect on his view of himself.
I enjoyed the development of the relationship between Delia and Warren. There are sparks between them from the moment they met. Warren was intrigued by Delia's forthright manner, and puzzled by why she acts the way she does. His concern is also motivated by something that had happened to Clarissa. Once he discovers her secret activities, Warren is determined to stop her. I enjoyed their confrontation, as the heat in their exchange was also exacerbated by their underlying attraction. Warren was willing to help with her search, though Delia's trust issues have her reluctant to believe in his sincerity. When both were coerced into attending Clarissa's house party, the heat and tension continued to build. Their flirtatious and frequently innuendo-laden conversations are hilarious. When the two were found in a compromising situation, marriage was the only solution. I loved how they accepted the necessity rather than fighting it. During the time leading up to the wedding, I loved their honest conversations and the increasing heat between them.
I loved the interactions between Warren and Delia. It was pretty clear that, although it had its beginnings in lust, what they had together was rapidly becoming more. Warren especially fights it because of his feeling that it is impossible for him to have a normal relationship. Delia accepted her feelings more quickly and was determined to show Warren what they could have together. I loved how she confused Warren by not reacting to his actions the way he expected. She was well on her way to figuring out the cause of the problem when they received a surprise visit from Warren's brother. That scene was intensely moving as Hart spoke of things which Warren would not. I ached for Warren and what he had been through, and his fear of how Delia would react. I adored her loving and practical response and the impact it had on Warren.
Throughout the story was the question of who had cheated Delia's brother and whether Delia would be able to find him and get her restitution and revenge. The mystery was solved in a very unexpected manner and had an unexpected link to other characters. The reasons the man had cheated were understandable, and it looked like it may have been a no-win situation on both sides. I liked that he took responsibility for his actions and was prepared to fix what he could.
I also enjoyed the secondary characters. I liked seeing more of Clarissa and Edwin now that they are married, and how happy they are together. I also liked the little bit I saw of Delia's aunt. She definitely looked out for her nieces. Her reaction to finding Warren and Delia together was not unexpected. However, her later conversation with Warren was. I thoroughly enjoyed his reaction to that conversation. The most intriguing one was Delia's sister-in-law, Brilliana. Her avoidance of Clarissa was puzzling until they were at the house party. Her reaction to Clarissa's brother explained a lot, both then and later. I'm looking forward to reading the next book and learning more about her.
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lindaunconventionalbookworms's review against another edition
5.0
Jeffries has a knack for creating relatable characters, who draw the readers in, ready to swoon with contentment.
geo_ix's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars.
I really enjoyed this one. I liked the characters and trying to figure out who the Lord would be (I predicted Niall when he came along and then the brother when he came along and then played that whole who is it until we found out).
I took half a star off because once it came out who it was it was really all the drama there was. I was all like wow what if the kid is Nialls or something crazy happened but in the end it was just a jealous needy partner wanting his bought wife to obsess over him too and I couldn’t really love that lol so then I was just bummed out. I liked that his brother gave the iou and felt guilt when he knew the circumstances and I look forward to seeing more from him.
I really enjoyed this one. I liked the characters and trying to figure out who the Lord would be (I predicted Niall when he came along and then the brother when he came along and then played that whole who is it until we found out).
I took half a star off because once it came out who it was it was really all the drama there was. I was all like wow what if the kid is Nialls or something crazy happened but in the end it was just a jealous needy partner wanting his bought wife to obsess over him too and I couldn’t really love that lol so then I was just bummed out. I liked that his brother gave the iou and felt guilt when he knew the circumstances and I look forward to seeing more from him.
sabregirl's review against another edition
5.0
Looks like I found another author to follow for novels, going to need to get the previous two novels in this series. Sadly the ending to this one was a bit predictable, I kinda saw the big twist coming. I mean who else would it have been? But still, the lack of surprise was minimal compared to this great story.
kittykornerlibrarian's review against another edition
4.0
Highly entertaining; engaging characters and the plot moves right along. This Regency romance stars Miss Delia Trevor, who makes the rounds of society and also escapes from them by dressing as a man and visiting gambling hells (oh, and invariably winning) in the wee hours of the morning. Delia is intent on revenge against the card player who cheated her brother and thus caused that brother's suicide. Warren Cory, Marquess of Knightford, is a notorious rake who is secretly haunted by horrifying nightmares. He meets Delia at a party, is intrigued by her, and then recognizes her while she is in her cardsharper disguise. I love the way these two interact and I approve of the romance. I am now reading another in this series.
peggyemi's review against another edition
4.0
I have been a way from reading historical romance for awhile but this book by Sabrina Jeffries was the perfect way to get reintroduced. The story is well written and this author has a writing style that pulls the reader in and carries them along until the end. The characters are delightful and the love story has some nice plot twists. This is an easy and enjoyable read that fans of historical romances will enjoy.
I received an ARC from the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This did not influence my opinion and the thoughts expressed are my own.
I received an ARC from the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This did not influence my opinion and the thoughts expressed are my own.
dani_bugz's review against another edition
3.0
Actual rating 3.5
Unfortunately I just wasn't feeling this one. It was still enjoyable, but it didn't have the same quality that makes Sabrina Jeffries her amazing self. I did love the first two books though, so I'm excited to read the fourth!
Unfortunately I just wasn't feeling this one. It was still enjoyable, but it didn't have the same quality that makes Sabrina Jeffries her amazing self. I did love the first two books though, so I'm excited to read the fourth!
tinyflame4's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Sexual content, Suicide, and Panic attacks/disorders
heyhaley17's review against another edition
5.0
While this book has many things going for it perhaps one of my favorite things is its depiction of how childhood scars and abuse can carry into adulthood. Warren, our male lead, is outwardly your honorable but rakish lord with a reputation for wandering the seedy gambling hells and brothels of London and seems to have no problem with society knowing it. In reality, he is running from the nightmares cause by an abusive episode from his childhood. Growing up believing that his family would think less of him and therefore never adequately dealing with the emotions and fears Warren continues to suffer from terrible night terrors well into adulthood. Warren's background really deepens my interest in him as his fight to deal with and overcome his
My enjoyment of this is Warren's relationship with Delia. From their first meeting, where Warren calls out her not so subtle attempts to get a view of a gentleman's bare arms, to his recognizing her during a game of cards in a gaming hell and becomes determined to stop her from ruining herself. Throughout their relationship the main thing standing in their way is their personal hurts and unwillingness to share that hurt with another person. However, as they continue to spend more time together, much to both of their dismay, as Warren follows and creates situations with the intention of making Delia's search for the man who ruined her brother/family and his in having difficulty in continuing his necessary nightly activities to avoid his nightmares, the two slowly begin to understand each other and eventually come to learn of the hurts. In doing so, they heal each other and help each other take the next step into the future. All in all, their story is very sweet.
This is also one of the few books where the "end goal" of finding the culprit or villain made sense when their wasn't a huge or deadly confrontation. The book was wrapped up in a believable way that doesn't leave me disappointed and keeps Delia and Warren as the focus.
My enjoyment of this is Warren's relationship with Delia. From their first meeting, where Warren calls out her not so subtle attempts to get a view of a gentleman's bare arms, to his recognizing her during a game of cards in a gaming hell and becomes determined to stop her from ruining herself. Throughout their relationship the main thing standing in their way is their personal hurts and unwillingness to share that hurt with another person. However, as they continue to spend more time together, much to both of their dismay, as Warren follows and creates situations with the intention of making Delia's search for the man who ruined her brother/family and his in having difficulty in continuing his necessary nightly activities to avoid his nightmares, the two slowly begin to understand each other and eventually come to learn of the hurts. In doing so, they heal each other and help each other take the next step into the future. All in all, their story is very sweet.
This is also one of the few books where the "end goal" of finding the culprit or villain made sense when their wasn't a huge or deadly confrontation. The book was wrapped up in a believable way that doesn't leave me disappointed and keeps Delia and Warren as the focus.
slovenianbookworm's review against another edition
5.0
I love books that make me laugh even if only for a moment. I also love witty heroines!
I think I'll add Jeffries on my list of favourite authors because she deserves to be on it.
I think I'll add Jeffries on my list of favourite authors because she deserves to be on it.