Regina (virgosun) reviewed on 4/8/2015 + 886 more book reviews

My verdict: 3.5 stars

When I read about the jilted lover angle, I my heart jumped in anticipation. Those are always fraught with strong emotions. To be thrown over in favor of a duke? How can a mere mister compete with that?

I prefer to see the human side of characters, especially heroes since many times they are too cool, in control, stoic. I got a good picture of Alastair, our misused hero, as he wrestled with his anger, humiliation, pain, and even desire.

Witnessing Diana's predicament was no less painful. Abuse and isolation throughout her marriage taught her to withdraw within herself for safety. She had one particular coping strategy that was very sad. I ached for her.

If you love stories that highlight heroes who save damsels in serious distress, this is the book for you. I was more interested in the rebuilding of trust and the rekindling of their love affair. Devising strategies to outwit the new duke who plotted revenge against Diana and her son was a good side plot, too. The Rake to Rescue Her, third in the Ransleigh Rogues trilogy, was a straightforward and solid love tale sure to touch your heart.

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