A review by fleurette
A Fine Passion by Stephanie Laurens

4.0

Stephanie Laurens at her best. This is why I like her books so much – likeable and intelligent characters, believable romance and fascinating suspense. Exactly what I was looking for.

I have to admit that at the very beginning I didn’t like Clarice. She is so full of herself, always knows better and always has to have the last word. But either these features become less exposed, either I got used to them, because after a while I find her a great heroine. And Jack is such a great hero – I know that’s the case with most of Laurens men, but I truly loved him.

I absolutely loved the dynamics of Clarice and Jack relationship. She is a very strong and independent woman and Jack recognizes that and find it precious. He just lets her be the way she is supporting her every step. That’s unique in historical romance, especially that Jack is a strong hero himself. Their relationship is really one of a kind. I won’t be surprise to come back to this story one day as a comfort read.

I also really like the suspense part focused on a spy/political intrigue. It’s interesting and take a good part of the book adding some twists to the story. It’s nice that we can meet some characters from other books. I also enjoyed the strand about Clarice brother’s and their brides.

Stephanie Laurens is always a good choice but I find this book particularly great. I hope my next read from this author will be as good.