Historical Romance published by Lyrical Press 17 Nov 20
Virginia cherishes her independence and her involvement with the Society of Single Ladies. I am reminded of my corporate networking days when you wanted to have a few friends you knew as you circulated much in the same way the single ladies from the society support each other at ton parties. There is, however, a fly in the ointment in the form of the Earl of Wolverly, who seems to be pursuing Virginia for a property she refuses to sell, but, unfortunately, he has come to the notice of the ton and gossiping tongues are wagging.
The season is almost over and Virginia is determined to be rid of the city and head for her country estate with a quick stop at the property in question, but the best laid plans are definitely in for a rough patch. First, the Earl is attacked at her front door and she’s forced to render first aid and housing, all at the risk of exposure and scandal. Then she’s attacked at the posting inn she’s putting up at, and, of all people, Wolf (Wolverly) and two of her London servants come to her rescue. Then they’re caught in shady circumstances and have to pretend to be an engaged couple. Things couldn’t get worse, could they?
I think the lady doth protest too much and sees a lot of plots, except the one she should see. Wolf is an interesting character with a delightful mother. The two make a good couple, notwithstanding the danger, intrigue, and adventure that surrounds them. I will admit it took me a while to get off the ground with the story, but once I actually got going, the story caught my interest and kept me intrigued.
As they say, follow the money, which makes for an interesting plot line, and all’s well that ends well. Another satisfying chapter for the Single Ladies Society.
Grade: B
Summary:
Founded by the wealthy Miss Angela Childers, the purpose of the Society for Single Ladies is to solve crimes. But its intrepid members are just as fascinated by the mystery of love . . .
Virginia, Lady Dulverton, feels safer keeping the world at a distance. One man sees through her reserve to the woman beneath: the infamously rakish Francis, Earl of Wolverley. Now a widow, Virginia is wrangling with the terms of her late husband’s will. When she realizes Francis is in danger because of his connection to her, she feels compelled to help, regardless of the hazard to her own heart.
Francis has worked hard to strengthen his inheritance. But he’s also found time to play. Despite his many dalliances, his affections have never been involved. Those belong entirely to a woman he could never have. When he’s attacked in the street and told to leave Virginia alone, he decides to do exactly the opposite . . .
With the help of the Society for Single Ladies, they set out to discover who is targeting Virginia, and why. It’s a race that will lead to the Devonshire coast, a smuggling ring, and a love that, however perilous, is worth waging countless battles . . .
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