Review: Absolutely Loved It!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 09 15, 2013
I really enjoyed Miranda and Andrew's story.  Miranda is the daughter of a baronet.  Since childhood she has been promised to the son and heir of the neighboring Earl.  Elizabeth, her betrothed's sister, is her best friend.  Miranda is a bit of a wallflower.  She is sweet, shy, and a gifted musician.  Julian, her betrothed, is a dissolute drunk.The hero, Andrew, is Julian and Elizabeth's cousin.  Andrew is an honorable gentleman who is also a gifted musician.  He has had a tendre for Miranda since his teenage years, but knows she is promised to his cousin.  Miranda, now 21 (or was it 22?) is almost in despair of Julian's ever marrying her.  As for Andrew, Miranda is quite intimidated by him as he is such an amazing pianist and he seems to be always criticizing her.Miranda and Julian are supposed to meet to attend the May Eve events together.  When Julian stands her up, Andrew steps in to accompany Miranda.  The events of that evening leads to Miranda questioning the feelings she think she's had for Julian all these years and to examine what her true feelings are for Andrew.  How Andrew and Miranda finally achieve their HEA makes a very interesting story.  There are a few obstacles that the couple must overcome, including Miranda's parents' intense opposition, before they can be together, but ultimately they are able to marry.Ms. Malin quite skillfully provides us with a well developed plot with three dimensional characters despite this being a novella.  "A Perfect Duet" is a very satisfying read.