"Highly recommended"
Lord Simon Darby cannot believe the news that his Aunt Esme
Rawlins is increasing though his uncle is dead and the
twosome were estranged and separated for years. Simon
worries that a male offspring leaves his stepsisters
without a dowry and he with only income from his lace
importing business. However, Simon knows the "infamous
Esme" is a constant scandal so anyone could be the sire.
He plans to visit his notorious pregnant aunt. Because of her limp, Lady Henrietta Maclellan can only
dream of a London season let alone a husband and children
as no male would want a deformed wife. When she meets her
friend Esme's nephew, she knows he is the one for her, but
realizes her imperfection would never do for him. Though
she hides her feelings, she writes a letter filled with
passion that becomes public, scandalizing the Ton, who
blame Simon. Forced to marry or else, Simon and Henrietta
are falling in love, but neither trusts the other with
their heart. FOOL FOR LOVE, the sequel to DUCHESS IN LOVE, is a terrific
romance that will hook the audience (as did the first tale)
because of the interactions and relationships (some
dysfunctional) of the powerfully drawn cast. The witty
story line includes the return of characters from the
previous novel, but this book belongs to Simon, Henrietta,
and an infamous letter, who manage to keep the plot out of
trite sand traps. Eloisa James provides a strong
historical that will send the audience back to re-read the
prequel keeper, so set time for both in one sitting Harriet Klausner
Reviewed by PNR Group Member
Posted July 28, 2003
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