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The Duchess of Gracechurch Trilogy, Book 3
Heat Factor: Tame. There is a very sexy waltz, though.
Character Chemistry: More introspection than interaction.
Plot: Duke regrets lack of connection to wife and children, sets out to change his life.
Overall: A quiet read.
Heat Factor: Subtle due to historical context and euphemistic in the sexy bits
Character Chemistry: I’m not sure their want for each other exceeds their need for each other
Plot: Emotionally constipated woman finds polar opposite for true love
Overall: Too short for the necessary emotional development of the story
Supernatural Society, Book 1
Review of Supernatural Society, Book 2
Heat Factor: Heated moments are shrouded in euphemisms
Character Chemistry: Longing glances, “accidental” touches, and purposeful misunderstanding
Plot: Parlourmaid falls for wacky inventor, seduction ensues
Overall: A delightful read
A Worth Saga Novella
Heat Factor: One extremely hot encounter and a lot of longing
Character Chemistry: irrepressible chatterbox meets taciturn stoic, and it’s adorable
Plot: Journey of Discovery
Overall: Awwwwwwww
Seducing the Sedgwicks, Book 1
Heat Factor: Sexyness builds slowly, but it’s definitely there
Character Chemistry: Very sweet
Plot: Sea captain with unruly children gets childcare help from local vicar
Overall: Thumbs up. Especially recommended for people who love Governess stories with a twist.
