“Do you know what I think, Allie? I think the weasel- who is supposed to be the villain of our tale- may just turn out to be the hero.”įor me, the success of this book hinged on Ms Heath’s ability to make me see Edward as a worthy hero and Julia’s words to her daughter echo my thoughts precisely (the weasel reference makes sense when you read the book).Įdward has always accepted his place as the second son without ever being envious or jealous of Albert. It takes an exceptional writer to make such a challenging and potentially unpopular plot line work and, although I know some readers will disagree, I think she does this brilliantly. Once again, Lorraine Heath enchanted me with this beautifully written and deeply emotional love story. Yet he must dare to risk everything and reveal his secrets if he is to truly take all. But if she discovers his ruse, she will despise him-and English law prevents him from marrying his brother’s widow. With each passing day, she falls more deeply in love.įor Edward the embers of desire sparked on that long-ago night are quickly rekindled. Bolder, more daring, and more wicked-even if he does limit their encounters to kisses.
But when tragedy strikes, to honor the vow he makes to his dying brother, Edward must pretend to be Greyling until the countess delivers her babe.Īfter her husband returns from a two-month sojourn, Julia finds him changed. However, the passion she stirs within him is best left in the shadows as she weds his twin, the Earl of Greyling. One summer night, Edward Alcott gives in to temptation and kisses Lady Julia Kenney in a dark garden. Genre: Historical Romance (Late Victorian)
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