Review: Enjoyable, charming novella
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 05 11, 2014
THE VISCOUNT'S SWEET TEMPTATION runs 49 pages (minus front- and back-matter).  This Regency-set novella (1812, Christmas-time) is told from a young Lady's point of view, Lady Harriet Thornhill, who is certain the summons to her grandpapa's castle, the Duke of Danby, can be for no other reason than to introduce her to the man he has selected as her bridegroom.  She has enjoyed only two Seasons and isn't ready to select a husband-- but to her displeasure, no one (especially not father nor grandfather) seem to care about her wishes in choosing her own husband.  Her ill-fated venture toward freedom is a light situational comedy wherein she comes face to face with Grandpapa and Papa and a bridegroom.  The way the tale unfolds is enjoyable, lighthearted, and fun.That said, Harriet often comes across as far more immature than the story sets up.  Even an impetuous 18 or 19 year old (she's been "out" two seasons), given her upbringing and the strictures of Society, wouldn't be quite this immature.  But she was a likeable dolt.  Our hero, Archibald Napier, Viscount Morley, is the older brother of Harriet's dearest childhood friend.  He's a dashing hero-- coming to Harriet's defense and aid even when she's there out of her own impetuousness.All in all, an enjoyable read.Sensuality level: mild (kisses, arousal, Archie's experienced thought process)Language: Rated G/PGRecommended to fans of Regency Romance, particularly Regency shorts.