A review by courtknee_bee
The Deception of the Emerald Ring by Lauren Willig

3.0

3 stars

One of my lesser favorites, particularly from the first half of the series. While the spy-related plot is interesting and exciting, the romance leaves something to be desired. I don't think the couple ever says "I love you?" Lord Vaughn is the only truly interesting character here, and it's not even his book.

2022 Pink Carnation Re-Read Rankings
1. [b:The Secret History of the Pink Carnation|84351|The Secret History of the Pink Carnation (Pink Carnation, #1)|Lauren Willig|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1442617435l/84351._SY75_.jpg|2950861] (#1)
2. [b:The Masque of the Black Tulip|397844|The Masque of the Black Tulip (Pink Carnation, #2)|Lauren Willig|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1442518160l/397844._SY75_.jpg|2584] (#2)
3. [b:The Deception of the Emerald Ring|25802|The Deception of the Emerald Ring (Pink Carnation, #3)|Lauren Willig|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1427729363l/25802._SY75_.jpg|26522] (#3)

So far it follows exactly in order of the series...