Synopsis
Peace is tenuous in the
small kingdom of Oldenburg, and the looming threat of invasion from
Napoleon weighs heavily on the royal family. Their country’s best chance
for safety lies in strengthening their alliance with the English. So it
is that Prince Hayes Wilhelm finds himself returning to England, where
he hopes a prominent duke can help him protect his country.
Lady
Elsie longs to make a difference in the world, but spying was not quite
what she had in mind. So when her father, the Duke of Shelby,
approaches her about keeping a close eye on the visiting crown prince of
Oldenburg, she reluctantly agrees. But the outspoken young woman did
not anticipate finding in Hayes a man who shares—and respects—her
progressive ideas. Their mutual attraction is undeniable, but Elsie
cannot forget her charge to spy on the man who is quickly stealing her
heart. With the threat of war looming ever closer, Elsie and Hayes must
consider carefully whom to trust—before their secrets tear them apart.
My Review
I enjoyed this story with a nice blend of history, intrigue, and sweet romance. Elsie and Hayes both have engaging personalities and it's no surprise that they take to each other so quickly as they spend time together during the Season. Elsie is excited to aid her father by "spying" on the prince, but I would say it was less spying and more getting to know him and discerning his motives. She is frustrated since he enjoys conversations of cultural and societal topics rather than the threats his nation faces, and she sees just enough of his dealings to know there is more going on- but not enough to know what it means. Meanwhile they develop a wonderful relationship and the intrigue takes a backseat until the climax towards the end of the book. It was nice to see how they connected in so many ways and took the time to come to know and trust one another in the middle of complicated circumstances.
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
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