To Wed A Wicked Gentleman - by Jane Feather

This is the first installment of Jane Feather's "Cavendish Square Trilogy" or which I like to call the "Wicked Trilogy".

Synopsis (from book jacket)

Bestselling author Jane Feather brings to life the glamour, sophistication, and intrigue of Regency-era London in this captivating novel of unexpected passions and dangerous secrets.

Pooling their meager resources, Lady Cornelia Dagenham, her sister-in-law Aurelia, and their friend Liv Lacey arrive in London's Cavendish Square to spend a month at the home Liv has just inherited. But why anyone would show a fervent interest in purchasing the rundown property -- particularly the arrogant Viscount Bonham, who clearly could afford the finest of homes -- is a puzzle to Cornelia. His charms are undeniable, though -- and Cornelia finds her resistance to this mysterious stranger falling away...as a sparking passion clouds her view.

But their affair may place her and her friends in danger as Harry Bonham sweeps her into the sparkling whirl of high society. Leading a double life as a code breaker for the Crown, Harry is a man of many secrets. Is it Cornelia whom he truly desires, or something hidden in the house on Cavendish Square?

Quick Review:

Rating: B

Setting: 1807 Regency-era London

Additional Info: Book 1 of 3

MY REVIEW:

I often wonder how authors can define the time period in which they are living. how does one write for modern day woman with a character from an era long time passed. If we think of this logically, no romance book is ever really accurate, but then again, who would want to read about a woman who believed she was nothing better than what her father or husband told her she was. I think we have much to thank such historical writers as Jane Austen for. Were it not for her and others, we would not realize that women were coming into their own and starting to push the social boundaries of their society. Here we find three women who are embarking on a journey of self discovery if you will. They are stepping out of their comfort boxes to do something out of their guardians watchful eyes. The author does a good job depicting the women in their own social graces and yet allows us to see beneath their veneers. 

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