The Intrigue by Marion Chesney, M.C. Beaton

163 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction historical romance lighthearted slow-paced
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To regain Mannerling estate father gambled away, obsessed family sets second-eldest Jessica on secretly abusive heir, Harry Devers, whose attempted rape of eldest has been quieted. But obstacles abound, as do rivals in romance, fortune and haughti...

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Community Reviews Summary of 58 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 100%
emotional 50%
funny 33%
hopeful 16%
inspiring 16%
relaxing 16%

Pace

fast 66%
slow 16%
medium 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 42% | Character: 28% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.06

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