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The Honorable Scoundrels #3
The Duke Who Came To Town
She doesn’t want to be a kept woman...
Josephine Potter knows she must retain her employment to provide for her younger sisters and to maintain the house. While a young woman working as an accountant—at a hotel no less—could be frowned upon by some, it’s still a respectable way to earn a living. No matter what a certain duke might think. Besides, Josephine has a few rules she lives by: Don’t rely on others, don’t accept money from someone you don’t know, and never allow a man to control your life. But when she is fired from her job, Josephine may have to bend a few rules...
Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine Potter! The Potter sisters are granddaughters of a Viscount and should not have to work for a living. So despite Josephine’s arguments, Devon insists she end her employee status immediately and accept a stipend for her and her sisters. When she is then fired, she accuses him of meddling in her life...and things are about to heat up despite the cold winter weather. As they work together to figure out why Devon’s hotel is losing money, a mutual attraction that won’t be denied, grows between them.
But when rumors of impropriety abound, can Josephine’s reputation be saved...or will her life be destroyed by scandal?
Josephine Potter knows she must retain her employment to provide for her younger sisters and to maintain the house. While a young woman working as an accountant—at a hotel no less—could be frowned upon by some, it’s still a respectable way to earn a living. No matter what a certain duke might think. Besides, Josephine has a few rules she lives by: Don’t rely on others, don’t accept money from someone you don’t know, and never allow a man to control your life. But when she is fired from her job, Josephine may have to bend a few rules...
Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine Potter! The Potter sisters are granddaughters of a Viscount and should not have to work for a living. So despite Josephine’s arguments, Devon insists she end her employee status immediately and accept a stipend for her and her sisters. When she is then fired, she accuses him of meddling in her life...and things are about to heat up despite the cold winter weather. As they work together to figure out why Devon’s hotel is losing money, a mutual attraction that won’t be denied, grows between them.
But when rumors of impropriety abound, can Josephine’s reputation be saved...or will her life be destroyed by scandal?
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First published November 21, 2017
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January 29, 2019The chances of this being “reformed take” vs virgin heroine is way too high
November 6, 2017
Series: The Honorable Scoundrels #3
Publication Date: 11/21/17
This is the last of three novellas in the Honorable Scoundrels series and it is absolutely lovely. It is well paced, excellently written and Ms. Barnes manages to do the almost impossible – she manages to provide a truly romantic story filled with fully developed and likable characters while also wrapping up the series with all of the siblings and their spouses – in a novella. All I can say is – well done!
The series follows three sisters who are gently-born but impoverished. They are the great-granddaughters of a member of the aristocracy, but they have fallen on hard times. Their grandfather went into the practice of the law and was very successful – accumulating wealth and estates. Their father, however, didn’t have the acumen his father did and wasn’t successful. Then, after his wife died, he took to drink and eventually had to leave the practice. By the time he passed away, there was nothing left. The estates were sold, the Mayfair mansion was gone, dowries spent and hope for a happy future was crushed. Josephine, the oldest sister, is our heroine in this novella. Louise, the middle sister, was featured in the first novella and Eve, the youngest sister was featured in the second novella. They are very close-knit, lovely, caring, intelligent and independent ladies and watching them find their HEA is a great delight.
All three of these novella’s all take place at basically the same time. Louise leaves on her way north one day, Eve leaves to visit her friend the next day and Josephine’s adventures start that same afternoon.
It is a very cold and windy day in London when Josephine is walking home after seeing her sister Eve off to visit her friend. She’s wondering how much longer she can keep them all afloat on her salary as a bookkeeper. Louise's taking a job as a governess will help greatly, but it will still be a tight squeeze. Her hands are nearly frozen as she approaches her front door – and spots a grand coach parked at the curb. That is certainly an out-of-place sight in her neighborhood. As she moves to her door and tries to use her frozen fingers to fish her door key from her pocket, the coach door opens and a tall, elegant gentleman steps out and approaches her. After he convinces her to let him enter her home, she learns that he is there as a representative of their absentee guardian to see that they are well. He is dismayed to learn that Louise has taken a job as a governess and that Josephine is employed in a job normally held by a man. Those things reflect badly on the reputation of their guardian and so the gentleman informs Josephine she’ll have to tell Louise to come home and she’ll also have to quit her employment as well. Josephine is incensed by his arrogance and tells him he is a pompous ass – and it gets better from there.
Devon, the Duke of Snowden is immediately attracted to the beautiful Josephine, but he must convince her to take the stipend being offered by his friend and her guardian. Her guardian cannot attend to the task himself because his father, her previous guardian, has died and he’s taking over the title – and discovering he has wards. So, he asks Devon to check on them.
Josephine refuses to leave her position because the men in her life have all proven untrustworthy. She’ll depend on herself from now on. Yet, two days later she loses her employment because the owner has told the manager to cut costs. What follows is a lovely romance story. Devon pursues, but Josephine is very hesitant. How will he win her over? He’ll have to figure out how to extract the real man from the arrogant Duke. Can he? Read this lovely, lovely novella to find out!
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Publication Date: 11/21/17
This is the last of three novellas in the Honorable Scoundrels series and it is absolutely lovely. It is well paced, excellently written and Ms. Barnes manages to do the almost impossible – she manages to provide a truly romantic story filled with fully developed and likable characters while also wrapping up the series with all of the siblings and their spouses – in a novella. All I can say is – well done!
The series follows three sisters who are gently-born but impoverished. They are the great-granddaughters of a member of the aristocracy, but they have fallen on hard times. Their grandfather went into the practice of the law and was very successful – accumulating wealth and estates. Their father, however, didn’t have the acumen his father did and wasn’t successful. Then, after his wife died, he took to drink and eventually had to leave the practice. By the time he passed away, there was nothing left. The estates were sold, the Mayfair mansion was gone, dowries spent and hope for a happy future was crushed. Josephine, the oldest sister, is our heroine in this novella. Louise, the middle sister, was featured in the first novella and Eve, the youngest sister was featured in the second novella. They are very close-knit, lovely, caring, intelligent and independent ladies and watching them find their HEA is a great delight.
All three of these novella’s all take place at basically the same time. Louise leaves on her way north one day, Eve leaves to visit her friend the next day and Josephine’s adventures start that same afternoon.
It is a very cold and windy day in London when Josephine is walking home after seeing her sister Eve off to visit her friend. She’s wondering how much longer she can keep them all afloat on her salary as a bookkeeper. Louise's taking a job as a governess will help greatly, but it will still be a tight squeeze. Her hands are nearly frozen as she approaches her front door – and spots a grand coach parked at the curb. That is certainly an out-of-place sight in her neighborhood. As she moves to her door and tries to use her frozen fingers to fish her door key from her pocket, the coach door opens and a tall, elegant gentleman steps out and approaches her. After he convinces her to let him enter her home, she learns that he is there as a representative of their absentee guardian to see that they are well. He is dismayed to learn that Louise has taken a job as a governess and that Josephine is employed in a job normally held by a man. Those things reflect badly on the reputation of their guardian and so the gentleman informs Josephine she’ll have to tell Louise to come home and she’ll also have to quit her employment as well. Josephine is incensed by his arrogance and tells him he is a pompous ass – and it gets better from there.
Devon, the Duke of Snowden is immediately attracted to the beautiful Josephine, but he must convince her to take the stipend being offered by his friend and her guardian. Her guardian cannot attend to the task himself because his father, her previous guardian, has died and he’s taking over the title – and discovering he has wards. So, he asks Devon to check on them.
Josephine refuses to leave her position because the men in her life have all proven untrustworthy. She’ll depend on herself from now on. Yet, two days later she loses her employment because the owner has told the manager to cut costs. What follows is a lovely romance story. Devon pursues, but Josephine is very hesitant. How will he win her over? He’ll have to figure out how to extract the real man from the arrogant Duke. Can he? Read this lovely, lovely novella to find out!
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January 28, 2019
Okay, this was a really cute story. Love, love, loved Josephine and Devon and their love story. Devon fell for Josephine so fast and kept putting his foot in his mouth about how he felt. She thought he wanted her to be his mistress and he wanted a lot more than that.
And, as with the other two stories in this series, there was plenty of sexual tension, without the explicit sex. Which, I actually prefer, anymore. It takes a good author to write great sexual tension than to write half a book then drop a sex scene in it. You can only write so many sex scenes then readers start looking for something else, other than graphic sex. Sexual tension makes a book so much better. IMO
November 25, 2017
Having read the previous book in this series (The Earl Who Loved Her) and enjoyed it, I was pleased to pick up The Duke Who Came To Town too. This is the story of the eldest sister, Josephine, who works as an accountant in order to maintain her sisters in some sort of respectability. Of course, if you have read the previous two books in the series, you will already know that Louise and Eve have already found their true loves, and this conclusion to the trilogy sees the three sisters eventually reunited, happy at last.
At 84 pages, this is on the short side even for a novella. The romance feels impossibly rushed and frankly unlikely; it’s straining my suspension of belief that a duke would bestir himself to check personally on the welfare of a friend’s ward, much less that he would take one look at her and decide he wants her in his bed so badly he’d better marry her.
Yes, that’s pretty much what happened. The whole story takes place over about five days, by the end of which Josephine and her duke have decided they are madly in love and absolutely must get married.
You’ll have noticed that I don’t name the duke. This is because, the day after finishing the book, I can’t actually remember it. He was that unmemorable.
I honestly think this would be a much more satisfying read if it was extended and some genuine conflict introduced. I’m trying to think of what to compare this series to, and the only thing I can think of is the prawn crackers at a Chinese restaurant. Light, fluffy, tasty, but in the end far too meagre a meal and ultimately unsatisfying. Three stars are used to indicate ‘it was okay’ and that sounds about right.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for review through NetGalley.
At 84 pages, this is on the short side even for a novella. The romance feels impossibly rushed and frankly unlikely; it’s straining my suspension of belief that a duke would bestir himself to check personally on the welfare of a friend’s ward, much less that he would take one look at her and decide he wants her in his bed so badly he’d better marry her.
Yes, that’s pretty much what happened. The whole story takes place over about five days, by the end of which Josephine and her duke have decided they are madly in love and absolutely must get married.
You’ll have noticed that I don’t name the duke. This is because, the day after finishing the book, I can’t actually remember it. He was that unmemorable.
I honestly think this would be a much more satisfying read if it was extended and some genuine conflict introduced. I’m trying to think of what to compare this series to, and the only thing I can think of is the prawn crackers at a Chinese restaurant. Light, fluffy, tasty, but in the end far too meagre a meal and ultimately unsatisfying. Three stars are used to indicate ‘it was okay’ and that sounds about right.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for review through NetGalley.
August 12, 2018
Lovely ending to The Honourable Scoundrels trilogy! The last book was the most enjoyable by far. A strong heroine who stood up for herself and a very evolved hero whose thinking was far ahead of his time. Great read.
October 5, 2017
My favorite in this series. Devon and Josephine are great characters with fantastic personalities. Their interaction (and dialog) is very funny. Love how Josephine holds her own with being an accountant and actually having input into the affairs of the hotel. Lovely story and great epilogue.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through NetGalley.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through NetGalley.
November 26, 2017
Originally published at Reading Reality
This is the third, and presumably final, novella/novelette in the Honorable Scoundrels series. I say final because the series has been the story of the three Potter sisters finally finding their happily ever afters, after having been left destitute by their late and not much lamented father.
There are only three sisters, so unless cousins start popping up, only three stories in the series.
Each of the stories in the series has been a delectable little treat, and this final story in the series is no exception.
Josephine Potter is left at home in London while her next sister Louise goes to the north of England to take up a position as a governess in The Governess who Captured His Heart, and their youngest sister Eve travels southwest to spend the holidays with a married friend who can help her make connections, if not in the haut ton, at least connections that will lead to a respectable marriage in The Earl Who Loved Her. (All three stories take place at the same time, but none of them know what really happens to the others. At least not until afterwards.)
Josephine stays home in London because she has a job. A rather surprising position as an accountant for a middle-class hotel
But her job isn’t half as surprising as the man who unexpectedly pays her a visit. Since her family’s fall in fortunes, a duke, any duke, is the last sort of person she expects to see in their slightly down-at-heel townhouse. Even more surprisingly, Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, claims to be a representative of the Potter sisters’ guardian – a man who has never cared a fig for their state or status or even if they were managing to keep body and soul together.
Which they learned to do without his nonexistent help, thankyouverymuch.
But their old guardian is dead, and the new holder of his title and obligations feels obligated to take care of the Potter sisters, not just by a meager stipend, but actually in the style they should be entitled to as great-granddaughters of a Viscount.
Which means that the Duke of Snowdon arrives at Josephine’s threadbare house and insists that she quit her job and rely on the charity of a man she has never met, and whose father couldn’t be bothered to spare her and her sisters the merest thought.
Josephine is having none of it, and can’t be bothered to be polite about it. Nor should she be. But when her job suddenly disappears, she’s absolutely certain that the Duke of Snowdon must be behind her sudden reversal of fortunes.
And he is, but not in the way that she believes. Now Devon needs Josephine’s help to find out why his investment in a respectable middle-class hotel is losing money instead of making it.
Working together, they find not just the true source of Devon’s problem, but also that their best true match is with each other.
Escape Rating B: This series is fun, brief, and meant to be read all together. Three lunch breaks might just about do it – these stories are quite lovely and equally short.
One of the things that worked well in the first two books is the way that the unlikely romances occurred in equally brief circumstances. Events had to proceed quickly because there was a naturally limited amount of time for the couple to fall irrevocably in love in spite of occupying rather different social strata and economic circumstances.
The duke’s coming to town is not similarly constrained. Devon could spend as much time in London as he needed or wanted, in spite of his visit not occurring during the Season or when Parliament was in session. That the element of time constraint was missing meant that this story could have been longer, and I wish it had been. In the vastness of London there was plenty of opportunity for more background and an equal amount of time for the romance to develop.
So while I enjoyed The Duke Who Came to Town, I think I would have liked this one a bit better if it had been a longer story. Which is, in its own way, a different kind of compliment to the author. I liked these people so much that I wanted to spend more time with them.
But if you are looking for a series of sweet little treats to sweep you away for short breaks during the busy holiday season, you can’t go wrong with these Honorable Scoundrels.
This is the third, and presumably final, novella/novelette in the Honorable Scoundrels series. I say final because the series has been the story of the three Potter sisters finally finding their happily ever afters, after having been left destitute by their late and not much lamented father.
There are only three sisters, so unless cousins start popping up, only three stories in the series.
Each of the stories in the series has been a delectable little treat, and this final story in the series is no exception.
Josephine Potter is left at home in London while her next sister Louise goes to the north of England to take up a position as a governess in The Governess who Captured His Heart, and their youngest sister Eve travels southwest to spend the holidays with a married friend who can help her make connections, if not in the haut ton, at least connections that will lead to a respectable marriage in The Earl Who Loved Her. (All three stories take place at the same time, but none of them know what really happens to the others. At least not until afterwards.)
Josephine stays home in London because she has a job. A rather surprising position as an accountant for a middle-class hotel
But her job isn’t half as surprising as the man who unexpectedly pays her a visit. Since her family’s fall in fortunes, a duke, any duke, is the last sort of person she expects to see in their slightly down-at-heel townhouse. Even more surprisingly, Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, claims to be a representative of the Potter sisters’ guardian – a man who has never cared a fig for their state or status or even if they were managing to keep body and soul together.
Which they learned to do without his nonexistent help, thankyouverymuch.
But their old guardian is dead, and the new holder of his title and obligations feels obligated to take care of the Potter sisters, not just by a meager stipend, but actually in the style they should be entitled to as great-granddaughters of a Viscount.
Which means that the Duke of Snowdon arrives at Josephine’s threadbare house and insists that she quit her job and rely on the charity of a man she has never met, and whose father couldn’t be bothered to spare her and her sisters the merest thought.
Josephine is having none of it, and can’t be bothered to be polite about it. Nor should she be. But when her job suddenly disappears, she’s absolutely certain that the Duke of Snowdon must be behind her sudden reversal of fortunes.
And he is, but not in the way that she believes. Now Devon needs Josephine’s help to find out why his investment in a respectable middle-class hotel is losing money instead of making it.
Working together, they find not just the true source of Devon’s problem, but also that their best true match is with each other.
Escape Rating B: This series is fun, brief, and meant to be read all together. Three lunch breaks might just about do it – these stories are quite lovely and equally short.
One of the things that worked well in the first two books is the way that the unlikely romances occurred in equally brief circumstances. Events had to proceed quickly because there was a naturally limited amount of time for the couple to fall irrevocably in love in spite of occupying rather different social strata and economic circumstances.
The duke’s coming to town is not similarly constrained. Devon could spend as much time in London as he needed or wanted, in spite of his visit not occurring during the Season or when Parliament was in session. That the element of time constraint was missing meant that this story could have been longer, and I wish it had been. In the vastness of London there was plenty of opportunity for more background and an equal amount of time for the romance to develop.
So while I enjoyed The Duke Who Came to Town, I think I would have liked this one a bit better if it had been a longer story. Which is, in its own way, a different kind of compliment to the author. I liked these people so much that I wanted to spend more time with them.
But if you are looking for a series of sweet little treats to sweep you away for short breaks during the busy holiday season, you can’t go wrong with these Honorable Scoundrels.
November 21, 2017
London
Josephine Potter has recently seen both of her sisters leave their home. Louise left to take a governess position in the north and Eve has been invited to a house party for the holidays. The girls’ great-grandfather was an earl, but their own father lost all of their money before his death. Now, Josephine works hard as an accountant to pay for the townhouse where they live.
As she arrives home one day with just enough firewood to take the chill off her room, Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, approaches her. She is quite surprised when she learns that her guardian, Edward, the Earl of Priorsbridge, whom she has never shown any interest in the girls, has now asked the Duke to check on her. She finds that her guardian has passed away and his son is the one asking about her and wishes to see that she and her sisters are cared for. Busy in his new role as Earl, her cousin, Edward, has asked Devon to tell Josephine that he will give her 75 pounds a month but she and her sisters must resign their jobs. Infuriated at this demand, Josephine insists that Devon leave her home.
The next day, she is dismissed from her job at the Park View Hotel. Devon realizes he is inadvertently responsible as, being part owner, he has just found the hotel was losing honey and reluctantly agreed to reduce the staff. Josephine tells Devon that the place had been run on the cheap which had lost them business. She promises him to help get the hotel running well again if he lets her continue with her job. They agree but she has to accept her cousin’s stipend and she must stay at the Duke’s house for the holidays with his sister as chaperone.
The arrangement works well. Josephine and Devon’s sister get along very well and Devon realizes that he is falling in love with her. Could there be a future for the two of them?
What a delightful romance. Sophie Barnes has quickly become a huge favorite author of mine and I cannot wait to read more of her books. I hope others will discover her fabulous talent and read her books as well.
Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Josephine Potter has recently seen both of her sisters leave their home. Louise left to take a governess position in the north and Eve has been invited to a house party for the holidays. The girls’ great-grandfather was an earl, but their own father lost all of their money before his death. Now, Josephine works hard as an accountant to pay for the townhouse where they live.
As she arrives home one day with just enough firewood to take the chill off her room, Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, approaches her. She is quite surprised when she learns that her guardian, Edward, the Earl of Priorsbridge, whom she has never shown any interest in the girls, has now asked the Duke to check on her. She finds that her guardian has passed away and his son is the one asking about her and wishes to see that she and her sisters are cared for. Busy in his new role as Earl, her cousin, Edward, has asked Devon to tell Josephine that he will give her 75 pounds a month but she and her sisters must resign their jobs. Infuriated at this demand, Josephine insists that Devon leave her home.
The next day, she is dismissed from her job at the Park View Hotel. Devon realizes he is inadvertently responsible as, being part owner, he has just found the hotel was losing honey and reluctantly agreed to reduce the staff. Josephine tells Devon that the place had been run on the cheap which had lost them business. She promises him to help get the hotel running well again if he lets her continue with her job. They agree but she has to accept her cousin’s stipend and she must stay at the Duke’s house for the holidays with his sister as chaperone.
The arrangement works well. Josephine and Devon’s sister get along very well and Devon realizes that he is falling in love with her. Could there be a future for the two of them?
What a delightful romance. Sophie Barnes has quickly become a huge favorite author of mine and I cannot wait to read more of her books. I hope others will discover her fabulous talent and read her books as well.
Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
November 10, 2017
Publisher's Description:
She doesn’t want to be a kept woman…
Josephine Potter knows she must retain her employment to provide for her younger sisters and to maintain the house. While a young woman working as an accountant – at a hotel no less – could be frowned upon by some, it’s still a respectable way to earn a living. No matter what a certain duke might think. Besides, Josephine has a few rules she lives by: Don’t rely on others, don’t accept money from someone you don’t know, and never allow a man to control your life. But when she is fired from her job, Josephine may have to bend a few rules…
Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine Potter! The Potter sisters are granddaughters of an Earl and should not have to work for a living. So despite Josephine’s arguments, Devon insists she end her employee status immediately and accept a stipend for her and her sisters. When she is then fired, she accuses him of meddling in her life…and things are about to heat up despite the cold winter weather. As they work together to figure out why Devon’s hotel is losing money, a mutual attraction that won’t be denied, grows between them.
But when rumors of impropriety abound, can Josephine’s reputation be saved…or will her life be destroyed by scandal?
My Thoughts:
This is the third book in this series about the Potter sisters and the only one I read in the correct order. I accidentally read books one and two out of order but it did not seem to matter at the time. I am glad that I read this one last though. Although reading it out of order may be a mistake it can stand on it's own through almost all of the story.
Josephine Potter has been working at the local hotel as an accountant to maintain household expenses and help take care of her two younger sisters. Although working at any position is frowned upon by the gentry, it is imperative that Josephine maintain her position.
Devon, the Duke of Snowdon having met Josephine, decides he has never met a more stubborn woman. He must have her, but doing so would ruin the lady and that is not an option.
When the rumors of impropriety spread will he be able to save Josephine's reputation?
Although this short sweet novella does blend with the other two in the series, it is not necessary to read the other two to enjoy most of the story because the connection is not apparent until near the end. The three novellas finally come together to blend near the end of this story.
I gave this story 4.25 of 5.0 stars for storyline and character development and a sensual rating of 1 of 5 flames as this story contains only sweet kisses and no real intimacy.
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book from the publisher to read via NetGalley. This in no way affected my opinion of this title which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
She doesn’t want to be a kept woman…
Josephine Potter knows she must retain her employment to provide for her younger sisters and to maintain the house. While a young woman working as an accountant – at a hotel no less – could be frowned upon by some, it’s still a respectable way to earn a living. No matter what a certain duke might think. Besides, Josephine has a few rules she lives by: Don’t rely on others, don’t accept money from someone you don’t know, and never allow a man to control your life. But when she is fired from her job, Josephine may have to bend a few rules…
Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine Potter! The Potter sisters are granddaughters of an Earl and should not have to work for a living. So despite Josephine’s arguments, Devon insists she end her employee status immediately and accept a stipend for her and her sisters. When she is then fired, she accuses him of meddling in her life…and things are about to heat up despite the cold winter weather. As they work together to figure out why Devon’s hotel is losing money, a mutual attraction that won’t be denied, grows between them.
But when rumors of impropriety abound, can Josephine’s reputation be saved…or will her life be destroyed by scandal?
My Thoughts:
This is the third book in this series about the Potter sisters and the only one I read in the correct order. I accidentally read books one and two out of order but it did not seem to matter at the time. I am glad that I read this one last though. Although reading it out of order may be a mistake it can stand on it's own through almost all of the story.
Josephine Potter has been working at the local hotel as an accountant to maintain household expenses and help take care of her two younger sisters. Although working at any position is frowned upon by the gentry, it is imperative that Josephine maintain her position.
Devon, the Duke of Snowdon having met Josephine, decides he has never met a more stubborn woman. He must have her, but doing so would ruin the lady and that is not an option.
When the rumors of impropriety spread will he be able to save Josephine's reputation?
Although this short sweet novella does blend with the other two in the series, it is not necessary to read the other two to enjoy most of the story because the connection is not apparent until near the end. The three novellas finally come together to blend near the end of this story.
I gave this story 4.25 of 5.0 stars for storyline and character development and a sensual rating of 1 of 5 flames as this story contains only sweet kisses and no real intimacy.
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book from the publisher to read via NetGalley. This in no way affected my opinion of this title which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
November 20, 2017
By far this is my favourite of the trio -The Honorable Scoundrels series.
This is Josephine's story the eldest Potter sister. The death of their parents was a setback for their financial situation, when Josephine was let go of her accounting position she’s almost sure it was the doing of the infuriating man Devon the Duke of Snowdon, after chastising her that she need not work. Letting her know that it’s best she pack her bags and come live with him, with a stipend like some sort of kept woman. Even though she’s attracted to the pompas man she can’t trust him, sometimes fate has different plans.
Devon can’t deny his attraction to Josephine and can’t really believe how stubborn the lady can be. When she accuses him of playing dirty of having her fired ( after she finds out he’s owner of the hotel she worked at) he’s furious! Things just might get a little to hot for comfort when they both come to the conclusion that someone is sabotaging his hotel and they have to work together to find the culprit.
This was a well paced romance, enjoyable characters with witty banter and their chemistry was believable. Josephine had to get over some trust issues and Devon is the dominering type, both have to get over these issues and do some give and take but love does come to the forefront and they achieve the ultimate goal their HEA. A quick enjoyable read. Highly recommend the whole series and all of Sophie Barnes books.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and publisher through NetGalley for my honest unbiased opinion
This is Josephine's story the eldest Potter sister. The death of their parents was a setback for their financial situation, when Josephine was let go of her accounting position she’s almost sure it was the doing of the infuriating man Devon the Duke of Snowdon, after chastising her that she need not work. Letting her know that it’s best she pack her bags and come live with him, with a stipend like some sort of kept woman. Even though she’s attracted to the pompas man she can’t trust him, sometimes fate has different plans.
Devon can’t deny his attraction to Josephine and can’t really believe how stubborn the lady can be. When she accuses him of playing dirty of having her fired ( after she finds out he’s owner of the hotel she worked at) he’s furious! Things just might get a little to hot for comfort when they both come to the conclusion that someone is sabotaging his hotel and they have to work together to find the culprit.
This was a well paced romance, enjoyable characters with witty banter and their chemistry was believable. Josephine had to get over some trust issues and Devon is the dominering type, both have to get over these issues and do some give and take but love does come to the forefront and they achieve the ultimate goal their HEA. A quick enjoyable read. Highly recommend the whole series and all of Sophie Barnes books.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and publisher through NetGalley for my honest unbiased opinion
November 15, 2017
This is the last book of the Honorable Scoundrels series that centers around three impoverished sisters. Their great-grandfather was an Earl and they are the wards of the Earl of Priorsbridge. However, they have never met the Earl and he has made no effort to contact them or provide for them in the year since their father passed away until now.
The Potter sisters are granddaughters of an Earl who should not have to work for a living, but Josephine knows she must do something they’ll be living on the streets and starving. As the oldest sister Josephine knows must retain her employment as an account at the hotel to provide for her younger sisters and to maintain the house they now live in. It’s not the mansion in Mayfair where lived, but it’s a roof over their heads. One of Josephine’s rules is never to rely on anyone.
When the Devon, the Duke of Snowden show up he insists Josephine end her employee status immediately and accept a stipend for her and her sisters. She wants to be independent and he thinks she should be home not working. She then finds herself fired and she blames Devon for meddling in her life. In the end they work together to find out why his hotel is losing money. Devon has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine nor has he met a woman he wants more than her either. Things start to heat up between the two and her reputation comes into question. This is a short novella where Devon comes to the rescue and tries to sweep Josephine off her feet and rescue the Potter sisters at the same time.
This is my honest opinions after I voluntarily read a copy of this book that was provided to me with no requirements for a review.
The Potter sisters are granddaughters of an Earl who should not have to work for a living, but Josephine knows she must do something they’ll be living on the streets and starving. As the oldest sister Josephine knows must retain her employment as an account at the hotel to provide for her younger sisters and to maintain the house they now live in. It’s not the mansion in Mayfair where lived, but it’s a roof over their heads. One of Josephine’s rules is never to rely on anyone.
When the Devon, the Duke of Snowden show up he insists Josephine end her employee status immediately and accept a stipend for her and her sisters. She wants to be independent and he thinks she should be home not working. She then finds herself fired and she blames Devon for meddling in her life. In the end they work together to find out why his hotel is losing money. Devon has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine nor has he met a woman he wants more than her either. Things start to heat up between the two and her reputation comes into question. This is a short novella where Devon comes to the rescue and tries to sweep Josephine off her feet and rescue the Potter sisters at the same time.
This is my honest opinions after I voluntarily read a copy of this book that was provided to me with no requirements for a review.
November 20, 2017
The Duke Who Came To Town by Sophie Barnes is Book Three in "The Honorable Scoundrels". This the story Josephine Potter and Devon, the Duke of Snowdon. I have read (and loved) the other books in this series but think this can be a standalone book.
Josephine is the older sister who has to take care of her sisters. Doing so has brought her to being an account for a hotel. When she is let go she argues with Devon who has insisted that she should be work as she is the granddaughter of a Viscount.
I loved watching their story play out and just added to my love of this series.
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I loved watching their story play out and just added to my love of this series.
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November 3, 2017
Sophie Barnes is a new to me author that I've been keeping an eye on for some time. When this trio of novellas popped up on NetGalley, I quickly jumped at the chance to read them. I received advanced reader copies in exchange for an honest review and, while I enjoyed the first two book in the series, I thought The Duke Who Came to Town was merely ok.
For me, this was by far the weakest of the three stories. Like the first two, it is a very quick read - easily finished in one night - and it is well paced and well written. BUT, the thing the first story, and to a lesser degree the second one, had going for them was that the hero and heroine do almost exactly what you hope two intelligent, moral, respectable people of the era would do. That is seen less in this book, which is odd since Josephine is the oldest of her siblings and, as a Duke, Devon really should know better. The story’s plot uses the common writing tropes of working together on a common project to create forced intimacy and attraction based on argumentative behavior. But, where this story stands out from the other two is in the lack of good decisions, poor reactions, and lack of emotional maturity of Josephine and Devon.
For example, the pair are often alone in her home, without even a servant as a chaperone. He invites her to stay with him under the guise of a visit with his sister – whom she has never met. I’m still trying to figure out why she accepted this invitation. He tries to bend her to his will, rather than letting her be on her own. And, then they are seen around town together and arguing, which creates gossip. Also, aside from skating together, one trip to his hotel, and the one letter, you really have to wonder how much time they spent together and if their bond really is true love or simply infatuation. In the other two stories, particularly in the first one, the couple spent almost an entire week together – alone – before falling in love. In this one, it felt far more rushed and with far less one on one time.
The strongest point of this book, to me, was the ending. I loved seeing the sisters together again, each of them happily wed and with exciting futures ahead of them. The epilogue was particularly sweet.
In general, though, if you want a fast, sweet read, where three entire lives change within one week, then by all means give this series a go. You won't be disappointed.
For me, this was by far the weakest of the three stories. Like the first two, it is a very quick read - easily finished in one night - and it is well paced and well written. BUT, the thing the first story, and to a lesser degree the second one, had going for them was that the hero and heroine do almost exactly what you hope two intelligent, moral, respectable people of the era would do. That is seen less in this book, which is odd since Josephine is the oldest of her siblings and, as a Duke, Devon really should know better. The story’s plot uses the common writing tropes of working together on a common project to create forced intimacy and attraction based on argumentative behavior. But, where this story stands out from the other two is in the lack of good decisions, poor reactions, and lack of emotional maturity of Josephine and Devon.
For example, the pair are often alone in her home, without even a servant as a chaperone. He invites her to stay with him under the guise of a visit with his sister – whom she has never met. I’m still trying to figure out why she accepted this invitation. He tries to bend her to his will, rather than letting her be on her own. And, then they are seen around town together and arguing, which creates gossip. Also, aside from skating together, one trip to his hotel, and the one letter, you really have to wonder how much time they spent together and if their bond really is true love or simply infatuation. In the other two stories, particularly in the first one, the couple spent almost an entire week together – alone – before falling in love. In this one, it felt far more rushed and with far less one on one time.
The strongest point of this book, to me, was the ending. I loved seeing the sisters together again, each of them happily wed and with exciting futures ahead of them. The epilogue was particularly sweet.
In general, though, if you want a fast, sweet read, where three entire lives change within one week, then by all means give this series a go. You won't be disappointed.
November 21, 2017
I do like an independent and forthright female in a story and in this story there is Josephine Potter. Josephine is employed as an accountant to enable her to care for her two sisters. She is just about managing this but then Devon, the Duke of Snowdon appears on her doorstep. He is calling on her as requested by her cousin, an Earl. The more Devon sees of Josephine, the more attracted to her, he becomes. However, because of her independent nature, he had to plan his courtship very carefully. An enjoyable read for when you have a few hours to spare. It is a novella. I received a copy from Netgalley and have voluntarily reviewed it. This is my honest review.
November 18, 2017
I am voluntarily submitting my review after receiving an ARC of this ebook via NetGalley.
This is a short and sweet novella that is easily read in one sitting. While it is the last in the series, I did not even realize I had missed anything until I reached the very end, so it can be read as a standalone book. (I will, however, most likely end up going back and reading the others now since I did enjoy this one.) The plot is entertaining and the characters well-drawn for the short length of the work, but while the chemistry between the characters is undeniable, the heat level is pretty low so if you are looking for something steamy, this is probably not the book for you. If you are looking for a short and sweet historical romance with a HEA that you can read in an afternoon, this book will suit.
This is a short and sweet novella that is easily read in one sitting. While it is the last in the series, I did not even realize I had missed anything until I reached the very end, so it can be read as a standalone book. (I will, however, most likely end up going back and reading the others now since I did enjoy this one.) The plot is entertaining and the characters well-drawn for the short length of the work, but while the chemistry between the characters is undeniable, the heat level is pretty low so if you are looking for something steamy, this is probably not the book for you. If you are looking for a short and sweet historical romance with a HEA that you can read in an afternoon, this book will suit.
November 15, 2017
This is a quick read so it has to have pretty much of an insta-love plot line in which the characters know each other for only a few days and the Duke is already contemplating marriage. The story has a mix of a modern feel with a heroine who proudly is working to provide for herself after her father lost the family’s money. She works as an accountant for a hotel, but an arrogant duke insists that she quits her job so she won’t embarrass her guardian, a friend of his. That does not go over well and romance ensues. If you like novellas where there isn’t much plot development due to space constraints, this was a fun read.
I was given a free ARC of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I was given a free ARC of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
November 17, 2017
Josephine Potter has to keep her job to support her sisters. Then the unexpected happened and she had to make some changes in her life. Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, is a big part of that change. I liked Josephine and Devon. Both are strong characters who go for what they want and both have to make some changes as thing change. Josephine is the last Potter to find her HEA. This is a nice series with interesting characters and fun romances.
I received a free copy of the book in return for an honest review.
I received a free copy of the book in return for an honest review.
November 18, 2017
I was grateful to receive a free copy of the Duke Who Came To Town. What a great read. I really loved the chemistry between Josephine and Devon, and it was a pleasure to see their relationship develop. I would definitely recommend this book to friends and fam
October 31, 2017
The eldest potter sister Josephine worked as an accountant to hold her family together after the deaths of her parents. Their uncle, the Earl of Priorsbridge cared not how they survived and did nothing to aid them, so they managed as best as they could.
Louise got a job as a governess to help Josephine, both were determined for the youngest, Eve, to have the season and hopefully the good match denied them both.
When the Duke of Snowdon arrived at her door after both sisters left, Louise to her new position, Eve to an old friend who promised to make introductions....she was incredulous at his statement.
He told her of the old Earl's passing and that her cousin the new Earl wanted to take the responsibility his father shunned.
She refused his request to quit her job, and then was promptly fired after refusing a salacious suggestion. After finding out he owned the hotel she worked at, she refused to believe he wasn't responsible.
After convincing her of his innocence, they talked and he found out that the scoundrel who fired her...was robbing him, and as a team they rescued the hotel's reputation...and fell in love.
The path was not smooth, but the pair made it to their HEA.
I requested and received an Arc from NetGalley because I had read and enjoyed Ms. Barnes work before.....and I did again!
Louise got a job as a governess to help Josephine, both were determined for the youngest, Eve, to have the season and hopefully the good match denied them both.
When the Duke of Snowdon arrived at her door after both sisters left, Louise to her new position, Eve to an old friend who promised to make introductions....she was incredulous at his statement.
He told her of the old Earl's passing and that her cousin the new Earl wanted to take the responsibility his father shunned.
She refused his request to quit her job, and then was promptly fired after refusing a salacious suggestion. After finding out he owned the hotel she worked at, she refused to believe he wasn't responsible.
After convincing her of his innocence, they talked and he found out that the scoundrel who fired her...was robbing him, and as a team they rescued the hotel's reputation...and fell in love.
The path was not smooth, but the pair made it to their HEA.
I requested and received an Arc from NetGalley because I had read and enjoyed Ms. Barnes work before.....and I did again!
November 7, 2017
So nice to see all three Potter sisters with their good endings. Especially Josephine with all her sacrifices. Love the way, the sparks and love grow between Devon and Josephine.
October 28, 2017
4.5 stars
This is the third part of the trilogy & is set immediately after Eve has left for Amberly. Josephine Potter knows she must retain her employment as an accountant in a hotel in order to provide for her younger sisters and to maintain the house. No matter what Devon, Duke of Snowdon might think. Besides, Josephine has a few rules she lives by: Don’t rely on others, don’t accept money from someone you don’t know, and never allow a man to control your life. Then she’s fired from her job.
Devon has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine Potter! The Potter sisters are granddaughters of an earl and should not have to work for a living. Devon asks his siter to return to London & invites Josephine to stay in his townhouse.
Another easy reading delightful novella, I especially liked the epilogue, which rounded off the trilogy. Devon & Josephine are attracted to each other but seem to argue whenever they meet, the arguments are entertaining. I read the story in a single sitting. I look forward to reading more books by the author.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
This is the third part of the trilogy & is set immediately after Eve has left for Amberly. Josephine Potter knows she must retain her employment as an accountant in a hotel in order to provide for her younger sisters and to maintain the house. No matter what Devon, Duke of Snowdon might think. Besides, Josephine has a few rules she lives by: Don’t rely on others, don’t accept money from someone you don’t know, and never allow a man to control your life. Then she’s fired from her job.
Devon has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine Potter! The Potter sisters are granddaughters of an earl and should not have to work for a living. Devon asks his siter to return to London & invites Josephine to stay in his townhouse.
Another easy reading delightful novella, I especially liked the epilogue, which rounded off the trilogy. Devon & Josephine are attracted to each other but seem to argue whenever they meet, the arguments are entertaining. I read the story in a single sitting. I look forward to reading more books by the author.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
October 26, 2017
It is an amazing read. I would have loved there to be more of the epilogue to know more. It is very well written and true to its time period. The characters are well described and develops through the story. I was caught from first to last chapter. It has a lot to it; laughs, sighs, hot chemistry and one steaming scene. It is so touching and it feels like you are there with the characters on their trip towards their HEA. A sweet story that was full of love, laughs and chemistry. Both Josephine and Devon has things to deal with and that is why it takes a lot of thoughts for both of them to come out and take the chance of love.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
October 28, 2017
This is the final novella in the trioligy of novellas. Josephine and Devon a two strong minded characters that are both used to getting their way.Watching / reading as they fell in love was wonderful. I loved all of these novellas but this one was my favorite. I also loved how the epilogue let us see how each sister and the man she fell in love with were doing. I highly recommend this book but I also recommend this series. Loved it!!
October 23, 2017
I read a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review. This book is the third book in The Honorable Scoundrels series by Sophie Barnes. I had not read the other 2 books and it was not till the epilogue that it became apparent that I had missed out on reading them. This is a novella with a steam level of very mild ... kissing only. Josephine Potter has been struggling to support her sisters after the death of her parents, When along comes Devon, the Duke of Snowdon to sweep her off her feet just like a fairytale. If you are looking for something short and sweet then I am sure this tale will appeal.
October 16, 2017
This was a sweet novella, part of a series about three sisters, left destitute by their father, and the love stories that find them. This sister is in the home in London, left behind by one sister off to pursue a governess position, and another off to spend Christmas with friends, in pursuit of a husband. A Duke arrives at her doorstep, checking on them, sent by their cousin, their new guardian of sorts, though he is unknown to them. He insists she quit working and accept a stipend. Then he insists she can’t stay alone for fear of her safety., she must come stay with him and his sister. Of course, they become attracted to one another, and romance ensues. This story actually is the conclusion to the three stories, which take place simultaneously. Light , happy romance and a quick read. I received a free arc in exchange for an honest review.
October 26, 2017
Devon is the Duke of Snowden, to diversify he bought a hotel. He also agreed to check on three sisters, to see how they were doing. Josephine Potter is the oldest and has worked the longest and made the most sacrifices, but she did not mind.
This very romantic and wonderful story is easy to read, well written and moves smoothly. The descriptions are lush and aids in you being able to imagine yourself in the scene. The characters are fun and realistic. The duke and Josephine go ice skating, but they argue. She wants to be independent and he thinks she should be home.
I love the romance but also the respect and love.
I received this ARC free and voluntarily reviewed it.
This very romantic and wonderful story is easy to read, well written and moves smoothly. The descriptions are lush and aids in you being able to imagine yourself in the scene. The characters are fun and realistic. The duke and Josephine go ice skating, but they argue. She wants to be independent and he thinks she should be home.
I love the romance but also the respect and love.
I received this ARC free and voluntarily reviewed it.
October 1, 2017
I received this book from net galley for an honest review. Thank you!!
This novella was a quick and enjoyable read. Romance is in the sir during the holiday season as the final Potter sister's story in told.
Josephine Potter works as an accountant at a hotel to keep her sisters from living on the streets. When Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, arrives, her world gets turned upside down. She sees him as arrogant, demanding she give up her job and accept a stipend. She is stubborn and refuses to do so. When she loses her job, she is very upset and Devon listens to her story only to discover it was from his hotel. She believes she did it to spite her, but that is not the case. Devon's hotel had not been doing well and had his manage let go of several employees. When Josephine explains about costs she noticed, Devon realizes that his manager is not so trustworthy and he takes an active approach to fix his hotel. During this time, Devon and Josephine get to know each other, but her pride interferes with their "courtship". Devon desires Josephine and knows she will not be a mistress. He realizes he wants her as his wife, but will Josephine's desire to have some independence end their courtship before it truly begins?
This novella was a quick and enjoyable read. Romance is in the sir during the holiday season as the final Potter sister's story in told.
Josephine Potter works as an accountant at a hotel to keep her sisters from living on the streets. When Devon, the Duke of Snowdon, arrives, her world gets turned upside down. She sees him as arrogant, demanding she give up her job and accept a stipend. She is stubborn and refuses to do so. When she loses her job, she is very upset and Devon listens to her story only to discover it was from his hotel. She believes she did it to spite her, but that is not the case. Devon's hotel had not been doing well and had his manage let go of several employees. When Josephine explains about costs she noticed, Devon realizes that his manager is not so trustworthy and he takes an active approach to fix his hotel. During this time, Devon and Josephine get to know each other, but her pride interferes with their "courtship". Devon desires Josephine and knows she will not be a mistress. He realizes he wants her as his wife, but will Josephine's desire to have some independence end their courtship before it truly begins?
October 8, 2017
Devon isn't one to hold his thoughts in, “because I am tired of pretending there’s no sexual attraction between us, Josephine.” I liked that Devon spoke his mind, "his eyes darkened, the edge of his mouth lifting in the wickedest smile she’d ever seen. “Did I not mention the effect your temper has on me?” I enjoyed this book Josephine was a strong willed woman who tested Devon's patience.
December 30, 2017
The Duke Who Came to Town is the final novella in The Honorable Scoundrel series. Josephine, Louise and Eve Potter are sisters who are gently-born but impoverished. They are great-granddaughters of a member of the aristocracy. Their grandfather went into the practice of law and accumulated wealth and estates. Their father unfortunately didn’t have the acumen his father did and wasn’t successful. The family have now fallen on hard times since their mother died and their drunk father left law practice and squandered the wealth. After their father died the estates were sold, the Mayfair Mansion was gone, dowries spent, and all hopes for a happy future were crushed. All three novellas, one for each sister, take place at the same time.
Josephine’s novella is a very succinct historical romance in which all the loose ends for the entire series are tied up.
The Governess Who Captured His Heart: 4- stars (flirtatious)
The Earl Who Loved Her: 3 stars (perfunctory)
The Duke Who Came to Town: 4- stars (romantically proper & thorough)
Josephine Potter knows she must retain her employment to provide for her sisters and maintain the house. Josephine is an accountant working in London while her younger sisters have both travelled - one to take up a job and the other to seek a suitable match. Josephine lives by a few rules: don’t rely on others, don’t accept money from strangers, and definitely do not let a man control your life.
Devon, the Duke of Snowden, has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine Potter. Devon has been sent by his good friend, their new guardian since the death of the last guardian to ensure the Potter sisters are living comfortably with their needs met but what he finds is the opposite. Now his job is to have them end their employment status and accept a stipend on behalf of his friend who is their new guardian.
I recommend this story. I highly recommend this series.
Josephine’s novella is a very succinct historical romance in which all the loose ends for the entire series are tied up.
The Governess Who Captured His Heart: 4- stars (flirtatious)
The Earl Who Loved Her: 3 stars (perfunctory)
The Duke Who Came to Town: 4- stars (romantically proper & thorough)
Josephine Potter knows she must retain her employment to provide for her sisters and maintain the house. Josephine is an accountant working in London while her younger sisters have both travelled - one to take up a job and the other to seek a suitable match. Josephine lives by a few rules: don’t rely on others, don’t accept money from strangers, and definitely do not let a man control your life.
Devon, the Duke of Snowden, has never met a more bull-headed woman than Josephine Potter. Devon has been sent by his good friend, their new guardian since the death of the last guardian to ensure the Potter sisters are living comfortably with their needs met but what he finds is the opposite. Now his job is to have them end their employment status and accept a stipend on behalf of his friend who is their new guardian.
I recommend this story. I highly recommend this series.
November 22, 2017
It looked like Josephine would be alone for the holidays. The older of her two younger sisters, Louise, had just accepted a governess position in the far north. Her youngest sister, Eve, was visiting her friend in hopes of making some good connections and meet eligible gentlemen.
Although the great-granddaughter of the Earl of Priorsbridge, Josephine, and her sisters, were in financial straits. Their father had squandered what money they had after the death of their mother. Now orphaned, they needed income. Josephine was an accountant, and now Louise was a governess. Anything to save enough to give their youngest sister Eve the Season she deserved and the chance to meet a good man.
Returning home from work, she finds a strange carriage parked at her door. When the occupant emerges it is the Duke of Snowdon, a man she doesn’t know. Claiming to be sent by the Earl of Priorsbridge makes Josephine suspicious. What would make her uncle, until now an absent guardian, take an interest all of a sudden?
Upon learning of the death of her uncle and that the Earl in question is her cousin, explains a few things. She invites the Duke into the townhouse and that is where it all begins.
An Interesting Tale
As with the first two books, The Governess Who Captured His Heart and The Earl Who Loved Her, the author has woven an interesting tale with characters you feel you know from the outset. This series has been excellent and I would recommend these three novellas to anyone looking for an enjoyable few hours read.
Reviewed for LnkToMi iRead in response to a complimentary copy of the novella provided by the publisher in hopes of an honest review.
Although the great-granddaughter of the Earl of Priorsbridge, Josephine, and her sisters, were in financial straits. Their father had squandered what money they had after the death of their mother. Now orphaned, they needed income. Josephine was an accountant, and now Louise was a governess. Anything to save enough to give their youngest sister Eve the Season she deserved and the chance to meet a good man.
Returning home from work, she finds a strange carriage parked at her door. When the occupant emerges it is the Duke of Snowdon, a man she doesn’t know. Claiming to be sent by the Earl of Priorsbridge makes Josephine suspicious. What would make her uncle, until now an absent guardian, take an interest all of a sudden?
Upon learning of the death of her uncle and that the Earl in question is her cousin, explains a few things. She invites the Duke into the townhouse and that is where it all begins.
An Interesting Tale
As with the first two books, The Governess Who Captured His Heart and The Earl Who Loved Her, the author has woven an interesting tale with characters you feel you know from the outset. This series has been excellent and I would recommend these three novellas to anyone looking for an enjoyable few hours read.
Reviewed for LnkToMi iRead in response to a complimentary copy of the novella provided by the publisher in hopes of an honest review.
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