When his father and older brother suddenly pass away, the new Duke of Haverly is saddled with a title he never expected to bear. To thwart the plans of his scheming family, the duke impulsively marries a wallflower. After all, she's meek and mild; it should be easy to sequester her in the country and get on with his life―as a secret agent for the Crown. But his bride has other ideas. She's determined to take her place not only as his duchess but as his wife. When his secrets are threatened with exposure, will his new wife be an asset or a liability?This was a highly enjoyable story; not quite as spy-centered as I expected, but delightful nonetheless. It wasn't too heavy; there were some weighty subjects discussed, considering that Charlotte develops a heart for women in prostitution, but the story did not lack humor to lighten it.
Charlotte was a delight, especially when she would accidentally blurt out her thoughts instead of keeping them in her head. Sometimes I wanted to bash Marcus over the head (really, you think you can completely compartmentalize your life, particularly a wife?), but he was also a dashing hero, recognizing Charlotte's best qualities, even when her appearance and approaching spinsterhood did nothing to recommend her. I look forward to reading Sophie's tale in the next book!
Thank you Kregel and NetGalley for the complimentary e-book. I was not required to write a positive review, and all opinions are my own.
Serendipity and Secrets
1. The Lost Lieutenant
2. The Gentleman Spy
3. The Indebted Earl
Thank you Kregel and NetGalley for the complimentary e-book. I was not required to write a positive review, and all opinions are my own.
Serendipity and Secrets
1. The Lost Lieutenant
2. The Gentleman Spy
3. The Indebted Earl
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