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This is the final volume of Loretta Chase‘s Dressmakers series, and it‘s the best. I found the heroine, Clara, to be the most likable of all the heroines throughout the series. She was a kind, genuinely decent person without being a two dimensional Mary Sue. The hero, Oliver, had a tendency to be arrogant but the author made it clear he was decent and kind. This is one of the most well written and enjoyable historical romances I‘ve ever read.

Oh February you always kill my reading. I‘ve been stuck on audios for awhile but today I am trying the kindle. Also this week feels so slow for me! Hope everyone is having a great Wednesday!! 😁

Everything about this book makes it a must read. Mr. Redford is a barrister and has made enemies that want him dead. Lady Clara has been brought up to marry a Duke and is feeling rather stifled by her life when she decides to help Bridget find her brother Toby. The ensuing adventure that brings the hero and heroine together is amazingly delightful. I highly recommend. Also, the cover is gorgeous. #romantsy

A socially awkward hero. An extremely self-aware heroine who frets at the strictures placed on women. A Fagin-like villain. And lots of early Victorian hats and puffed sleeves.

A pleasure, in short.

I usually love Loretta Chase but I was disappointed in this one. The hero was basically a relentless asshole to everyone the whole way through, including the heroine, and whined about every good thing that happened to him.