Review: Days of Rakes and Roses by Anna Campbell
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 10, 2014
Note: page references refer to an ePUB version.Book number 1.5 in Anna Campbell's sensual and deliciously gothic Sons of Sin series.Rakes refers to Simon’s reputation (as well as Lydia’s brother Cam’s) while roses were Lydia’s signature scent and favorite flower. I always enjoy finding the title in the story and interpreting its meaning.This was a lovely romance punctuated by some angsty drama: Simon’s return after ten years’ absence, Lydia’s passionless existence and engagement to an influential politician—most likely her last chance at marriage at the age of 27, her brother Cam’s attempt at matchmaking, and a duel. Lots of drama in a short format which means the story flew by in a whirlwind.For my full review on my romance and history blog: [...]