Indiscreet
Michaels sets the tone for this lively romp in a hilarious opening scene that depicts the demise, respectively, of the father and mother of the hero and heroine when they plunge off the balcony in the throes of passionate love amidst a boring house party. The classic guardian/ward plot pattern is saved by an ingenious twist, and the dashing hero is definitely adequate; surprisingly, the shallow, too lovely heroine has less appeal. Nevertheless, Michaels (The Promise, Pocket, 1997) crafts a well-plotted, humorous story filled with a bevy of delightful supporting characters that include sweet Aunt Gwendolyn, who pilfers things; a former courtesan maid; a cute but sticky-fingered monkey; and a parrot who knows (and tells) too much for his own good. Michaels is a popular author of both Regencies and historical romances, and this story will not disappoint her many fans.Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.