Review: Sweet, sensual and satisfying
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 18, 2014
Ms Taylor has a wonderful Regency voice. She thoroughly draws you into the story and the world. I particularly liked that she drew us into parts of the Regency world outside of the Ton, like a boxing saloon and a seedy inn. It was refreshing to not have a whole book set in various balls, as so often happens in these books. She also dealt with a difficult subject beautifully. You have instant empathy for Rebecca and wonder quite how she will move forwards from her ravishment.Daniel proves the be the perfect rake. While his reputation would have him bedding many women--something that causes Rebecca to doubt him at times--he is determined to put that aside and be a good husband, even if he may find it frustrating at times. I actually enjoyed his moments of frustration. They made him very real to me. No one would deal with such an event easily and perfectly and while they both desperately wanted to work towards a happy ending, their journey was still fraught with tension and misunderstandings.Ms Taylor also writes some pretty steamy scenes. It strikes me that historical books always get painted as sweet because of their historical tone but the moments between Rebecca and Daniel are enough to get you hot under the collar while still feeling true to the historical tone of this book. A highly recommended read, particularly for the Regency reader who feels they've read it all.***I was offered an ARC in return for an honest review***