Danny, a streetwise young woman who has survived London’s criminal underworld by posing as a boy and pickpocketing, finds her life altered when she attempts to rob Jeremy Malory. Recognizing her potential, the rakehell Jeremy brings her into his household under the guise of an upstairs maid. As Danny transitions from a rough life of thievery to the structured world of the aristocracy, she struggles to hide her past while navigating a growing attraction to her employer. Their dynamic shifts from rescuer and ward to partners in a high-stakes social deception, forcing Danny to confront her true identity as they investigate a blackmail scheme targeting the Malory family.
Readers of Regency romance who enjoy the trope of a rough-edged heroine infiltrating high society will find this story fits their interests. The book appeals to those who like seeing a street-smart character outwit polished nobles. Those who follow the Malory family saga read this installment to see how a notorious bachelor handles a woman who matches his wit. A reader finishes the book with a clear sense of how class boundaries are crossed through personal loyalty and the dismantling of social performance.
Practical, growth-minded, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2004
- ISBN
- 9780786265114
- Language
- EN
