First in the Bow Street Bachelors series, this is a Regency in which a rake, who happens to be a spy, and an heiress find love. It begins like Kathleen Woodiwiss’ story, Shanna, with a Newgate wedding of an heiress, who thinks to wed a condemned criminal so she can be a widow and keep her fortune safe. But, as in Shanna, that plan goes awry. The man lives and he’s not really a criminal.
Georgiana Caversteed didn’t count on Benedict Wylde surviving and he had no intention of taking a wife. When Georgie realizes they must go public with their relationship, Ben agrees to court her before the ton’s eyes. One thing leads to another and soon the marriage is consummated. Meanwhile, Ben is hunting for someone trying to bring Napoleon back from St. Helena.
The heroine is strong and independent—and very modern, running her father ‘s shipping business and ignoring society’s rules. Since she understands everything to do with ships, she is able to help Ben in his search for what turns out to be a secret submarine. Along the way her cousin, Josiah, interferes.
The dialog is lively and there is lots of action to keep you entertained as well as some sexy scenes. Oh, yes, should you be wondering about the title (I did), he doesn’t become an earl till the very end.
Bow Street Bachelors:
This Earl of Mine
To Catch an Earl
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