Series: The Palace of Rogues, #3
Traits & Tropes: class difference; compromised into marriage; damaged hero
Genre/Setting: Historical; Regency; London, England
Publication Date: 08.24.21
Heat Level: 3
Rating: 4/5
American born Hugh Cassidy has seen a lot in his short life, having seen battle and fought for his family and his own survival. Lady Lillias is the daughter of an earl and the belle of her season. Though the two inhabit different worlds, they meet at the Grand Palace on the Thames and sparks fly almost immediately.
Hugh is driven to rise up and make something of himself and he's not about to let a pompous, spoiled, far too beautiful for his peace of mind. She's equally fascinated by Hugh and their attraction sees them coming together more frequently in the close quarters of the boarding house. Their inability to stay away from each other leads to scandal for them both, until Hugh comes up with a plan that could salvage both of their dreams for the future.
These events lead Hugh and Lillias to learn more about themselves and each other, causing them to rethink everything they thought they knew about what they want for their futures.
This book was such a slow burn and it took me quite a while to get into it and to finish it. I have to say, it was a bit too slow for me and I had a hard time staying interested, but at about the last third/quarter, I finally got invested and was utterly charmed by Hugh. I wasn't much of a fan of Lillias but I did eventually like her once she started giving Hugh a chance and really getting to know him. Hugh had such substance and such a unique backstory for a HR hero and I loved that. These two had a dramatic relationship, yet it never stressed me because I never got even the slightest feeling that they wouldn't wind up together. Despite this taking so long to draw me in, Lillias and Hugh wound up being a very charming couple for me, especially unconventional Hugh.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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