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A review by soulkissed2003
The Deception of the Emerald Ring by Lauren Willig
5.0
I am really enjoying the Pink Carnation series by Lauren Willig. Set in England, both in modern times as well as the Regency era, the author deftly switches back and forth from Eloise, a modern history student, and the young adults of the ton. The book is filled with spies, romantic intrigues, and unforgettable characters. It is charming and funny, with strong female leads.
In this selection, Letty Alsworthy steps in to prevent her sister Mary's elopement -- only to find herself tossed into the awaiting carriage and swept into the groom-to-be's embrace -- with witnesses! A marriage of inconvenience follows, to salvage ruined reputations. Can Letty convince her new husband, Geoff, that she did not maneuver circumstances to force the wedding? And why did he flee to Ireland before they could even have a wedding night? Not willing to have her reputation sullied further, Letty follows. But could she unwittingly unravel the undercover activities of the Pink Carnation's spies?
Meanwhile, in the modern era, Eloise is delving into Letty's story in the dusty college archives. She's also navigating her own relationship woes . . . .
With delicious intrigue and romantic tension, this is a highly enjoyable read and I'm off to request the next book in the series from the local library!
In this selection, Letty Alsworthy steps in to prevent her sister Mary's elopement -- only to find herself tossed into the awaiting carriage and swept into the groom-to-be's embrace -- with witnesses! A marriage of inconvenience follows, to salvage ruined reputations. Can Letty convince her new husband, Geoff, that she did not maneuver circumstances to force the wedding? And why did he flee to Ireland before they could even have a wedding night? Not willing to have her reputation sullied further, Letty follows. But could she unwittingly unravel the undercover activities of the Pink Carnation's spies?
Meanwhile, in the modern era, Eloise is delving into Letty's story in the dusty college archives. She's also navigating her own relationship woes . . . .
With delicious intrigue and romantic tension, this is a highly enjoyable read and I'm off to request the next book in the series from the local library!