"Another delightful, well-written adventure with the Effington family."
Philadelphia "Delia" Effington stuns her family (and
herself) when she unexpectedly marries Lord Wilmont
following a brief acquaintance. When she's widowed shortly
after the wedding, Delia retires from society to mourn the
loss of her husband and what she's sure would have been a
grand adventure. Viscount Anthony St. Stephens goes undercover in Lady
Wilmont's home. In the guise of her butler, Tony befriends
the lovely Delia, and realizes she knows nothing of her
husband's past. As he investigates Wilmont's murder and
seeks secret documents, keeping Delia safe is a full-time
job. The couple soon finds their growing attraction
spinning out of control. Despite family interference, they
marry, only to have their love put to the test by secrets
revealed and attempted murder. This is another delightful foray into Regency society with
the Effington family. Ms. Alexander is gifted in creating
exciting characters and sparkling dialog. The plot has
twists and turns, secret identities and an exciting and
sensual relationship between Delia and Tony. I can't wait
for the next book!
Reviewed by Paula Myers
Courtesy Old Book Barn Gazette
Posted December 10, 2003
SummaryIdentical twins, sensible Delia and mischievous Cassandra
Effington were the most delicious debutantes to ever waltz
across a London ballroom. They looked alike in every
way...but no one ever expected Delia to be the one to get
into trouble...
How did this young lady's reputation become so questionable?
Once she was lovely, respectable Miss Delia Effington, but
an impulsive decision -- and subsequent disaster -- forces
Delia to retire from society. Until one night, desperate
for diversion, she attends a ball as her twin sister and
finds herself dancing in the strong arms of the dashing
Viscount St. Stephens.
Delia believes she has never met this man who arouses her
passions, yet he seems somehow familiar. For Delia doesn't
know that St. Stephens, an agent for the Crown, has been in
her home, protecting her under the disguise of her butler.
What will happen when this lady discovers the truth about
the man she has come to love?
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