I was introduced to this author last year when I read and reviewed one of her works, The Game and The Governess. I had not read a Regency novel in quite a while so it was a good introduction to that type of novel again. This new release coming from Pocket Books is the second in this series and works perfectly as a stand alone too.
The Lie and the Lady by Kate Noble
Series: Winner Takes All (Book 2)
Publisher: Pocket Books (December 29, 2015)
ISBN-10: 1476749396
Following The Game and the Governess comes the second novel in the witty, sexy Winner Takes All series of Regency romances from Kate Noble, the writer behind the wildly popular, award-winning web series The Lizzie Bennet Diaries.
Clerk John Turner thought only of winning a bet when he switched places with his friend, Lord Edward Granville, at a country house party. But while posing as a lord, he fell for a lady—the Countess Letitia! Now she’s learned the truth, and he must win her back as plain John Turner. He’d better hope that love truly conquers all…
Lady Letty was publicly humiliated when it came out that she had fallen for the man, not the master. When she meets him again, she’s determined to avoid him, but some things are too intoxicating to be denied. Letty knows what choice she must make to survive, but if she turns her back on her dashing rogue—again—will she lose her chance at love forever?
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My Thoughts:
When I was re-reading my review of the author’s prior work to familiarize myself with it before diving into this sequel, I was taken by the fact that I commented about how many characters there was to keep up with. I was so hoping that was not the case in this new book. I loved the story the author crafted, but trying to follow a lot of characters was difficult.
Thankfully, this book was a lot more manageable and had me following along at a brisk pace throughout. I really enjoyed the character development in this story. The main leads were likable and a bit of mystery in the plot added a lot to the story as a whole. Some twists and turns to keep the reader engaged and hopping was a great addition. Not to mention secret feelings and love that cannot be discussed or addressed in public….
What was also interesting is that you learn much about the class and nobility ranking in this book. Letty is going to be soon without funds and marrying into the right class seems to be her only option. Men and women didn’t really marry for love back then, did they? As long as they kinda liked each other, it would be okay. Right? Changing perception, learning acceptance, and perhaps getting something you desire along the way is a lesson to be learned in this story.
The author has created a strong Regency story that offers insight into the history of the time along with good character development, some passion with plenty of innuendo, and an all together enjoyable read. I think I even have a clue about the next installment which will be a great match up!
This was a delightful read and one to grab for a taste of the Regency life.
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