Review: A Captivating Regency Romance that Shouldn't be Missed!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 16, 2013
Find this review and more at Lusty Penguin Reviews!Collette Cameron has written another spectacular Regency romance in The Viscount's Vow. Occurring two years before the events in Highlander's Hope, Cameron tells the story of Yvette's cousin, Evangeline "Vangie" Caruthers, and her forced marriage to Ian Hamilton.Traveling to London, Ian has one thing on his mind, ruining Vangie. At a ball, he dances with Vangie, who ends up fainting. Ian sets into motion his plan to leave her half naked, thereby insuring the loss of her good reputation. But, Ian doesn't leave soon enough and get caught with Vangie. As a result, Vangie's family forces Ian to wed Vangie. On their wedding night, Vangie asks Ian to wait until they know each other better. However, Ian is unwilling to comply with her request, believing she has been intimate with many men already. Although gentle at first, Ian's lust goes to his head and he takes Vangie hard, only to discover that she was a virgin. I couldn't help but feel bad for Vangie. Ever forgiving, Vangie puts her chin up and plans to make the best of her situation, which I just loved about her character. Feeling guilty and not wanting to hurt Vangie again, Ian distances himself from her, which unfortunately has the opposite effect, and he hurts her over and over again. After Ian's lies are exposed, Ian and Vangie's verbal confrontations are heart wrenching--so much so that you can't help but empathize with both characters. Ian's behavior through most of this book is contemptible at best. Nevertheless, you can't help but like him because you've seen glimpses of his good heart--especially when Ian gives Vangie a gift to help ease her suffering. When Ian finally tells Vangie those three magic words, she is not ready to hear them. But, Ian patiently waits for Vangie to heal from the emotional trauma and figure out what she really wants, which is a marvelous thing to see.I was completely enamored with Ian and Vangie's story and thoroughly enjoyed watching their relationship transform as the pages flew by. The Viscount's Vow is captivating Regency romance that shouldn't be missed.I received an eBook copy from the author for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review, and all conclusions are my own responsibility.