Review: A sensuous,amusing exciting Regency romance
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 10 9, 2013
The Devil's Thief - Samantha KaneSet in Regency England 'The Devil's Thief ' is the first in the Saints' Devils series. It is a sensuous, amusing, exciting story which features Alasdair Sharp the first of the Saint's Devils to reform.Alasdair has no desire to change his ways until he finds a thief in his bedchamber intent on stealing the Stewart Pearl a priceless family heirloom. Inexplicably drawn to the young woman he discovers Alasdair offers her the pearl for a night in his bed.Julianna Harte accepted in Regency society although her formative years were difficult decides to steal the Stewart Pearl in an impulsive moment. Careful to hide her true self from the world she maintains a low profile. Alasdair barely acknowledges her presence when their paths cross in society and his thoughtless attitude towards her is part of the reason she steals the pearl.The fiery relationship between Julianna and Alasdair dominates the story. The many sensual encounters between the two are hot but integral to their emotional journey.The pacing of the story and the plot's twists ensure an interesting read. The descriptions and characters of criminal life in Regency London are well written and create an atmospheric, sinister setting. Notable characters are Hil and Templeton who Alasdair enlists to help him retrieve the pearl and Wiley the teenage thief with a golden heart who makes this story his own.A sensual Regency romance with a strong plot and fascinating characters an excellent way to brighten the journey to work or while away a Sunday afternoon.'I received an ARC from Random House Publishing Group Loveswept via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review'.The Devil's Thief: A Loveswept Historical Romance