"Second story in Gentleman Rogues trilogy is charming."

Exiled since birth, Princess Caroline plans to return to the small kingdom of Boratania. Preparing for the event, Caroline has scoured Europe for Boratania's looted historical treasures. She manipulates the owners into either donating the lost objects, or if they are unwilling, she steals them. Caroline's passion and drastic actions might be one reason that the English Crown has uncovered an assassination plot against her. Overruling her objections, they assign a bodyguard.

Orphaned and abandoned at a young age in a workhouse, Drew Chase survives the perilous journey to adulthood through his courage to endure and loyal friends. Drew and two other boys struggled to rise above their station by working hard and putting their lives on the line for Queen and country. For his valor, Queen Victoria bestows an earldom on him. Known for his dedication and perseverance, Drew's latest assignment is uncovering the plot on Princess Caroline. For the first time, duty and obligation change to hardship as he falls deeply in love with Caroline.

The assassination attempts increase as the coronation grows near. Time is running out, Drew must discover the culprit, and then have the courage to walk away from Caroline.

This second story continues the Gentleman Rogues trilogy with a charming tale. Caroline's antics bedevil Drew and delight readers. An enjoyable read.

Reviewed by Suan Wilson
Posted August 16, 2004