The Tattooed Duke
Maya Rodale
Avon, Feb 28 2012, $7.99
ISBN: 9780062088925
After a dozen years globetrotting in search of adventure, Sebastian Digby returns to England in 1825. He has come home not out of love for his country, but because he is broke and can no longer afford the lifestyle he cherishes; at least not as a bachelor. In the tradition of financially strapped aristocrats, Sebastian plans to marry wealth so he can fund his escapades with her money, but knows his scandalous past severely limits the available pool.
The London Weekly assigns Eliza Fielding to go undercover inside the prodigal duke’s home in order to report his activities. Eliza obtains a position of housemaid in Sebastian’s home. She exposes his secrets in her reporting. However, she finds him caring and warm while he is attracted to the witty maid. Though she fears his reaction when he learns of her duplicity as he hunts for the reporter making him the laughing stock of the Ton; Eliza also wants to kiss every tattoo on Sebastian’s body. Love is inconvenient for Eliza and Sebastian.
The latest Writing Girls late Regency romance (see A Groom Of One's Own, A Tale Of Two Lovers and The Tattooed Duke) is a charming tale starring two fascinating protagonists. The storyline is fast-paced from the moment Eliza joins Sebastian’s household and never slows down until the explosive finish. The epilogue reminded me of Bob Thaves’ comment: "Sure he (Fred Astaire) was great, but don't forget Ginger Rogers did everything he did backwards and in high heels!"
Harriet Klausner
Maya Rodale
Avon, Feb 28 2012, $7.99
ISBN: 9780062088925
After a dozen years globetrotting in search of adventure, Sebastian Digby returns to England in 1825. He has come home not out of love for his country, but because he is broke and can no longer afford the lifestyle he cherishes; at least not as a bachelor. In the tradition of financially strapped aristocrats, Sebastian plans to marry wealth so he can fund his escapades with her money, but knows his scandalous past severely limits the available pool.
The London Weekly assigns Eliza Fielding to go undercover inside the prodigal duke’s home in order to report his activities. Eliza obtains a position of housemaid in Sebastian’s home. She exposes his secrets in her reporting. However, she finds him caring and warm while he is attracted to the witty maid. Though she fears his reaction when he learns of her duplicity as he hunts for the reporter making him the laughing stock of the Ton; Eliza also wants to kiss every tattoo on Sebastian’s body. Love is inconvenient for Eliza and Sebastian.
The latest Writing Girls late Regency romance (see A Groom Of One's Own, A Tale Of Two Lovers and The Tattooed Duke) is a charming tale starring two fascinating protagonists. The storyline is fast-paced from the moment Eliza joins Sebastian’s household and never slows down until the explosive finish. The epilogue reminded me of Bob Thaves’ comment: "Sure he (Fred Astaire) was great, but don't forget Ginger Rogers did everything he did backwards and in high heels!"
Harriet Klausner
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