4 stars I was offered a free e-copy of this novella as an introduction to this author and I really enjoyed it. It’s clever and unusual with interesting characters. The romantic leads are Cecily and Luke, but there were a few others and I particularly enjoyed the banter between Brooke and Portia (mutual friends), who are, clearly, flirting with one another. After Portia is injured, but in no mortal danger, Brooke addresses her. “You can’t die,” he told her, crouching at her side. “Who would argue with me then?” “Anyone with sense,” she said tartly. But this story isn’t really about Brooke or Portia; it’s about Luke and Cecily, parted for four years while Luke went off to fight Napoleon and now somewhat estranged because he feels like he is damaged and she deserves better. He pushes her away at every opportunity, but because he is so conflicted, he also pulls her toward him. Eventually, she is compelled to take things into her own hands, and they find their HEA. It’s a fun read. June 22, 2021
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