Forbidden
Series: The Scandalous Women of the Ton, Book 6
Author: Nicola Cornick
Publisher: Harlequin HQN
Publication Date: August 21, 2012
Genre: Historical Romance
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Book Blurb
As maid to some of the most wanton ladies of the ton, Margery Mallon lives within the boundaries of any sensible servant. Entanglements with gentlemen are taboo. Wild adventures are for the Gothic novels she secretly reads. Then an intriguing stranger named Mr. Ward offers her a taste of passion, and suddenly the wicked possibilities are too tempting to resist. Henry Atticus Richard Ward is no ordinary gentleman. He's Lord Wardeaux and determined to unite Margery with her newfound inheritance by any means—including seduction and deception. But when the ton condemns the scandalous servant-turned-countess and an unknown danger prepares to strike, will Margery accept Henry's protection in exchange for her trust?
My Review
From rags to riches, from servant to Cinderella—who wouldn't want to wake up one day transformed from a maid to a woman of wealth and title? This story absolutely charmed me.
Margery is the kind of heroine I adore. She's not dazzled by money or titles. Her dream was simple—save her earnings and one day open her own confection business. Life, however, had other plans.
Henry, our hero, stole my heart. The estate and title he thought were destined for him were suddenly taken away, but you feel his love for the land and family in every word. Their journey from adversaries to soulmates was everything I wanted.
One of the most compelling parts was Margery’s discovery of her past—a memory that not only reshaped her world but also placed her in danger. This turning point was where Henry truly realized how deeply he loved her and how far he’d go to fight for her.
The author did a fabulous job bringing back the “Scandalous Women of the Ton,” and I loved the “Charlie’s Angels” moment—it was absolutely delightful.
Oh, and the cover? Stunning! The gowns are simply gorgeous. Bravo to Nicola Cornick for wrapping up this series with a perfect bow. I’m definitely looking forward to reading more from her.
I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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