392 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 23, 2019
An Uncommon Beauty...
Hidden away in
rural Devonshire, Phyllida Satterthwaite has always been considered more
odd than beautiful. But in London, her oddity has made her a sensation.
Far worse, it's caught the eye of the sinister Duke of Moreland — a
notorious art collector obsessed with acquiring one-of-a-kind treasures.
To escape the duke's clutches, she's going to need a little help.
An Unlikely Hero...
Captain
Arthur Heywood's days of heroism are long past. Grievously injured in
the Peninsular War, he can no longer walk unaided, let alone shoot a
pistol. What use can he possibly be to a damsel in distress? He has
nothing left to offer except his good name.
Can a marriage of
convenience save Philly from the vengeful duke? Or will life with Arthur
put her — and her heart — in more danger than ever?
There's nothing I love more than a marriage of convenience trope and that's just the situation that Philly and Arthur find themselves in. Philly is an unconventional woman and doesn't realize her worth, nor her beauty, and when combined with her precocious personality and her adorable menagerie of dogs, she's definitely on my list of favorites. I loved the way Arthur and Philly interacted and the way he was such a protector from her uncle and a villainous duke.My Review: 5 Stars
The story line and descriptions were vivid, allowing me to play this book out like a beloved movie in my mind. There were moments of danger and mystery swirling around and they only added to the story, making it more engaging--I didn't want to put it down!
As always, the romantic chemistry was my favorite and Matthews delivered just the right touch. It was gentle and sweet, yet so endearing. This is a must-read for Regency lovers.
Content: mild romance; mild moments of danger
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