A Regency Romance Book: Tots of the Ton
STORY-LINE:
Featuring Albion Kay IV, the Duke of Oakley and Lady Laura Abbey this tale is set in Regency England. Laura, lowly born daughter of a seamstress, found her situation much improved when she married Lord Abbey. Married only a short time before Abbey’s death, she’s now the season’s heiress hunting for a husband. The men are looking for wealth and will take her lowly birth if they must; while the ladies use cruelty and gossip to keep her in her place.
Albion Kay IV, known by the ton as a rake and seducer, takes Laura under his wing. From their first meeting, the attraction flared. Will they survive the ton, societies cruelties, and the Kings wrath for his friend, Avery? Can he change his spots and become a pillar of society, worthy of Laura’s love or will society tear them apart?
CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, DEVELOPMENT:
Although a love story it also includes mystery. As a result, you have all the ingredients for a sweet clean story with emotion, feelings, and a touch of mystery and intrigue. Meyers highlighted the inequity in social standings and the cruelty which came from those of a higher status. In the same token, she demonstrated the backing of family solidly behind each other, as well as, the support of family is instrumental to each member for support.
Creating characters which I found likable and believable, the reader will love the lovable and hate the villains. The creation of Laura antagonist, well-developed and obnoxious, finds the readers ready for her downfall. What a character she created; prepared to lie, cheat, or defraud as necessary to get her way. In comparison, Laura is sweet, strong, and loving; influencing the leopard to change his spots as he comes to know her.
Meyers created Oakley and Avery, with dark past and personalities; yet, also made them very human with wants and desires. Oakley’s characterized as a rake and spoiler of women, changes as his attraction to Laura grows. He is a better man than he or society thinks.
Finally, in conclusion, I found a solid Regency romance with well-developed characters and an intriguing, entertaining plot. I found the pace of the story correct for the length of the story with a smooth transition from one scene to another. Meyers created an entertaining read without the use of fluff or sex to fill the pages. I would not hesitate to buy this story for my self or friend. I look forward to reading more of Meyers works.
HOW TO DESIGN A DUKE RECOMMENDATION: STARS 4
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