Vivian Brandon
Engrossing historical, filled with timeless issues of conspiracy, women with no rights, abuse and romance! A spy and a lady, both having failed marriages; both sworn off any hope for love and nuptials. Enjoyed the way this was all brought together! Hoping LaGrange will get his book. Think I know who his mate will be☺ Voluntarily read ARC, through Netgalley and publisher, for honest review.
S M (MaChienneLit)
I am voluntarily submitting my honest review after receiving an ARC of this ebook via NetGalley. This continuation of the All the Queen's Spies Series functions very well as a standalone novel. The characters are likable and easy to relate to, and the dialogue is crisp and engaging. The plot moves swiftly and is intriguing and engaging. The romance, however, falls somewhat flat, as a heroine as battered and scarred as Emma seems highly unlikely to drop her guard and allow herself to relax enough to truly connect with Tristan so quickly. Her willingness to risk so much for him after such a short acquaintance and after their relationship has been built upon a foundation of lies he told her is suspect in the extreme. Still, the novel is a quick read laced with excitement and intrigue. Fans of historical fiction and spy novels will enjoy this book.
Lori Dykes
A fast paced adventure involving intrigue, murder and spies, what more could you ask for in a historical romance? Sharon Cullen has placed the reader in Scotland at the time of the reign of Mary, Queen of Scots and all of the turmoil during that period. She brings the times alive with her descriptive prose and engages you in the characters and their lives. Lady Emma Hamilton is fortunate. She had lost her parents and is taken into the royal court by Queen Mary as a courtier. She accidentally sees a murder and is rescued by none other that Tristan, a lowly printer. But as fate would have it, people are not always as they appear! Tristan is really an English spy sent to Scotland to spy on the Queen. What follows is an intriguing tale that will keep you glued to your seat with all the twist and turns. As Emma and Tristan get to know each other, there is no telling what will happen. This is a well written tale, that although part of a series, can be read as a standalone. I cannot wait to read more from this author and know you will really enjoy this story..