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My Review:Title: A Matter of Temptation
Author: Stacy Reid
Series: Unforgettable Love #1
Published by: Entangled: Amara
Release Date: June 28, 2022
Format: Kobo Book
Pages: 259
Genres: Historical Romance
Reading Challenges: Lenoreo's 2023 COYER Chapter 1, Lenoreo's 2023 Diversity Reading Challenge
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My rating:
Blurb:Miss Wilhelmina “Mina” Crawford is desperate. Having been ruined in the eyes of society years ago for one foolish, starry-eyed mistake, she spends her days secreted away at her family’s crumbling estate, helping her brother manage the land but not able to truly live life the way she’s always dreamed. When her brother admits to just how dire their finances have gotten, she takes it upon herself to procure employment…but the only one who will even consider the scandalous idea of a female secretary is the brilliant, ruthless, and infuriating Earl of Creswick.
Simon Loughton, the Earl of Creswick, needs help if he wants to finally pass the reform bill he’s been championing for years and secure the vote for England’s most vulnerable constituents. Too bad help comes in the form of a woman with breathtaking nerve, fiery red hair, and a sense of humor to match.
Now temptation—disguised as a lovely, clever-mouthed devil—lives and works under Simon’s very roof. And Mina finally feels as though she’s truly living life to her wildest dreams. But even the most incendiary of kisses can’t incinerate Mina’s past…or the shocking secret that could ruin them both.
4.5 stars — This was utterly delightful. Honestly, the happy moments between Mina and Simon were just so freaking good, I just wanted to read them over and over.
You could genuinely feel the connection between these two. From their initial intrigue, to crush, to fascination, to lust, to more. It was just…so good.
I wasn’t expecting Mina’s secret, but it did add an intriguing twist to this story, especially given the time. I totally understood her decisions along the way, even as I wanted there to be a way forward. Mina was spunky, intelligent, curious, and displayed just a beautiful joy for life. I adored the way she couldn’t help but tease Simon. Honestly, she brought out the best in him.
Simon was an interesting hero, b/c for me it felt strongly like there was some neurodivergence in him…I might be wrong, he could be just frighteningly intelligent and thus nothing had ever turned his head to other pursuits. I loved how passionate he was about his political work, and how thoroughly he thought things through. I also loved seeing the way Mina brought out different facets to his personality. He was very strong-willed, and once he made up his mind he didn’t shy from challenges.
I can’t reiterate enough how much I enjoyed their unconventional romance, and how satisfying it was to get to that conclusion.
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