Shhh. Blue Stocking Miss Tiffany Deveraux has a secret. The poor orphan is not so poor. But she doesn't want that information to become common knowledge. Being a plain Jane, any hint of money would just bring fortune hunters to her door. No. In society’s eyes she will remain the poor orphaned ward of the Earl of Marlowe. Only then will she ensure the man who eventually professes his love for her is genuine.
Lord Slade Ware, the Marquess of Wolfarth also has a secret. He’s a renowned investment guru with everything he touches turning to gold. Or is he? Society may think so, but mostly his investments have been blind luck, and he’s pretty sure his luck is about to run out. Help comes in the form of his best friend’s ward. He’s learned Miss Tiffany Deveraux’s secret. She’s an investment guru who has accumulated a considerable sum. Marriage would seem a sensible option with so many dependents relying on him. But what's a man to do when the one thing a woman wants isn't his looks, title or money—it's his heart and Wolfarth's heart is shattered beyond repair.
THE REVIEW
Wolf immediately begins courting Tiffany, much to the surprise their friends and the ton, and, slowly, the stakes become higher as they find themselves falling in love. When the some investments go bad and the danger increases, Wolf is forced to admit that he loves Tiffany and is willing to let her into his heart.
This was a very sweet first book of a new series; the development of the other characters made me so excited to read their HEA stories! Tiffany was a self-conscious and didn’t understand why someone like Wolf would be interested in her, but it wasn’t annoying. She is independent enough to be mindful and let it ruin the storyline. Wolf was so sweet and genuine towards Tiffany and again, although I saw his struggles, it wasn’t over the top annoying. Ms. Evans did a great job building the story without overpowering the narrative. There was steam, not as much as I like, but the fire between these two was palpable! I am very eager to read the next in the series!
Tiffany Deveraux’s parents were murdered by highwaymen and she went to live with her cousins. She is very smart and good with investing so after her parents death, she continues working with her fathers stockjobber hoping to make enough money to take care of herself and never be forced to marry as she would only marry for love.
Lord Slade Ware, Marquess of Wolfarth lost his first love when, after being raped during a robbery, she killed herself on their wedding day. He has blamed himself for her death ever since.
When Wolf stumbles upon Tiffany alone visiting her investor, he threatens to reveal her activities to her cousin who is also Wolf’s best friend. Tiffany decides to distract him with a wager; at the end of the month, whoever has the most return on their investments wins. If Tiffany wins, Wolf will continue to keep her secret, but if Wold wins, Tiffany will marry him!
Historical Romance, Georgian Era, Artist Hero, Widowed Hero, Orphan Heroine, Childhood Crush, Bluestocking Heroine, Best Friend’s Sibling, Unrequited Love, Dare or Bet, Virgin Heroine, Damaged/Tortured Hero, Gamma Hero, Titled Hero, First Cut is the Deepest, I Can't Believe a Guy Like You Would Notice Me, Abduction/Kidnapped, Four Star, Two Flame
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