Review: A must read before jumping into the series!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 28, 2011
Lady Augustine is in a difficult situation with pressure to marry; yet the secrets surrounding her family prevent her from wanting to enter into a relationship.  But, the Duke of Wentworth has other ideas and won't take no for an answer since Augustine is the first woman to strike his fancy since the death of his previous wife.My heart immediately went out to Augustine because she yearns for a husband, but is haunted by the memory of her kidnapped younger brother.  Her story is sad, yet her perseverance is admirable.  Then there is the Duke of Wentworth who also has had his share of heartache.  I loved watching how their sad histories brought these two characters together.  Plus, it is incredibly hard not to fall for the dashing Duke.The plot of this short story sets up the arc for the entire Rumor Series:  the disappearance of Augustine's brother.  The story reads very quickly and I was sad for it to end!  Luckily, the next, full novel installment, Forever and a Day, is available for instant gratification.Delilah Marvelle scores again with the beginning of a new historical series that is sure to please lovers of the genre!  I highly recommend reading this short before jumping into the Rumor series.BookingIt Grade:  A