Review: Really, Really Short, but Very Sweet **3 1/2 Stars**
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 13, 2014
I really enjoyed this super short novella.  You should be aware that the story ends at about 43% of the book, consequently less than half of the 60 pages is dedicated to the story.  The rest of the book consists of an extensive preview of Ms. Vayden's book, "What the Duke Wants."  This novella is a prequel to that novel and tells the story of how Lady Southridge (who plays a significant role in "What the Duke Wants") met and fell in love with her husband.  The story encompasses the love at first sight aspect, with Dianna and Cambridge experiencing an instant connection when they first meet.Dianna is blessed with red hair, green eyes, and freckles, at a time when golden tresses and "bottomless blue eyes" are all the rage.  It doesn't help that the color of the season is the oh so flattering--NOT--color of peach!  Dianna decides she has to take matters into her own hands, if she ever wants to find a husband.  Cambridge has decided it's time for him to get married.  However, so far he is finding the season miserable...and it's only just begun!  When he espies Dianna across the floor of the ballroom, he is drawn to her like a moth to a flame.  From the moment of their first meeting the story very quickly progresses to its conclusion.This is a simple, straightforward, love story.  There are no misunderstandings, no intrigue, and no sex.  While it's well written, there isn't a whole lot of character development, as you might as expect from a story this short.  Nonetheless, I got a good feel for both Dianna and Cambridge, and liked them both very much.  I enjoyed this story and would recommend it as a worthwhile read.  The length of this story makes it perfect for bedtime reading, or whenever you only have a moment and want to get away from reality.  Happy reading!