Theme Canon Canon itibaren Uparkentya, West Bengal, Hindistan itibaren Uparkentya, West Bengal, Hindistan

It was interesting, but I probably won't read it again.

If Goodreads allowed half-stars, 4 and a half is what I'd rate it. It was good enough that I finished it in 24 hours. I read Sarah at Smart Bitches review, and I'd agree that there's not a lot of angst and conflict in the book, just a very sweet friends to lovers story. Friends to lovers is a trope I enjoy very much, but it may not be for everyone. Not a lot of meat to it, but a satisfying diversion, and Oh. My. God. when Marcus finally blows, he goes up like an inferno! Very hot consummation scene. Always love Julia Quinn's books and her characters! Are the Smythe-Smith clan going to make a series? She left quite a few possible sequels, like the brother and also the mysterious governess.