lisamt (USA: NC) (2008/06/28): As the chef of London's premier gambling club, Bethany Penny caters to the most elegant lords of the ton, but prefers to help the city's neediet residents. When a mysterious soldier appears in her soup line she suspects that beneath his cool demeanor and shabby coat her hides a wealth of secrets. Major William Callaway returned from war a damaged but determined man. Keeping his true identity concealed, he is thrown together with the copper-haired beauty, Bethany. They must join forces to uncover a mystery that involves them both, but the risks they take may put them in grave danger... and the truth may tear them apart! sandra (USA: MN) (2013/11/01): probably the best historical romance i've read... a little bit like Beauty & the Beast (also reminded me of the movie Ever After at times)... very involving, lots of humor & adventure... mysteries & secrets abound.. not too sappy or overly emotional constantly... but still engaging. this book had it all. definitely worth the read :D
