Somebody either has to be pushing the wrong ratings button, or has a personal grudge against the author :)! When I saw this book had a rating of only .8 from two readers, I had to write a short review in its defense. "Lady Mercy Danforthe Flirts with Scandal"" is Jayne Fresinas third book in her Sydney Dovedale series. I found this one delightful and attention-holding, although I still like the first book in the series (The Most Improper Miss Sophie Valentine") a smidgeon (half a star?) better. If you havent read that book, or the second in the series ("The Wicked Wedding of Miss Ellie Vyne"), please do yourself a favor and read them first! Not only are they a joy to read, but the hero and heroine of Lady Mercy are introduced in them (as children)the hero in book 1 and Lady Mercy in book 2. I fell in love with spunky, always stylish, determined-to-get-what-she-wants-when-she-wants-it, and certain she always knows what is best for everyone little Lady Mercy in that book. Its fun to see her grown up, and learn more about what made her what she is. All three books in the series so far are humorous, fun and well-written. They made me laugh and cry! If you like historical romance that contains all the requisite elements, but is a little out-of-the-ordinary, I think youll like these.

Share/Like this Review?