CHRISTINA DODD AT HER BEST IN THIS 2ND IN HER GOVERNESS TRILOGY.
A very nicely done Victorian romp. He's being blackmailed, and must appear to be a reformed family man. The governess he hires to watch over his adopted orphan must be elderly and unattractive. But underneath the makeup....
Heather A. (imabookfanatic) reviewed Rules of Engagement (Governess Brides, Bk 2) on + 48 more book reviews
I enjoyed this one more than the first in the series--and that was a good read as well.
Marjana K. (kalynnick) -
This was my first book by this author and I REALLY enjoy it a lot. I will definitely will be reading more of her books!
couldn't put it down
Well written. If you're into historical romance, this book was ok.
Janet B. (Janetb21) reviewed Rules of Engagement (Governess Brides, Bk 2) on + 103 more book reviews
Great read!
Interesting historical romance. Funny and entertaining.
Lauree S. (laureekay) reviewed Rules of Engagement (Governess Brides, Bk 2) on + 10 more book reviews
Enjoyed it.
I am a long time fan of C Dodd. A great book.
Devon Mathewes, earl of Kerrich has a plan that is ure to restore him to the Queen's favor. First, he must hire a sensible unattractive governess and see to adopting a properly grateful orphan, which will surely lend him a patina of respectability. Devon didn't expect the likes of Miss Pamela Lockhart. A woman whose background must never be revealed.
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The Rules of Engagement:
Choose a bride from this year's debutantes.
Decide on a proper settlement.
Send an announcement to The Times.
Inform the bride of her good fortune.
Rules of Respectability
Devon Mathewes, earl of Kerrich, has a plan that is sure to restore him to the Queen's favor.First, he must hire a sensible, unattractive governess. Next, he will see to adopting a properly grateful orphan, which will surely lend him a patina of respectability. Finally, he must obtain a guarantee that his orphan and the governess will better his character and reputation without unduly disturbing his life--love life or otherwise.
Rules of Passion
As a condition of accepting the governess position, Miss Pamela Lockhart of the Distinguished Academy of Governesses has a few rules of her own. Devon at all times must behave with propriety, an unlikely accomplishment that would delight the ton and completely astonish Pamela herself. She must be allowed to choose a suitable orphan at her own discretion. Most important, Devon must vow to neverever delve into Pamela's background, or her appearance, lest he discover the truth behind the deepest secrets of her heart. But of course, all rules are made to be broken . . .
Rules of Engagement
Choose a bride from this year's debutantes.
Decide on a proper settlement.
Send an announcement to The Times.
Inform the bride of her good fortune.
Rules of Respectability
Devon Mathewes, earl of Kerrich, has a plan that is sure to restore him to the Queen's favor.First, he must hire a sensible, unattractive governess. Next, he will see to adopting a properly grateful orphan, which will surely lend him a patina of respectability. Finally, he must obtain a guarantee that his orphan and the governess will better his character and reputation without unduly disturbing his life--love life or otherwise.
Rules of Passion
As a condition of accepting the governess position, Miss Pamela Lockhart of the Distinguished Academy of Governesses has a few rules of her own. Devon at all times must behave with propriety, an unlikely accomplishment that would delight the ton and completely astonish Pamela herself. She must be allowed to choose a suitable orphan at her own discretion. Most important, Devon must vow to neverever delve into Pamela's background, or her appearance, lest he discover the truth behind the deepest secrets of her heart. But of course, all rules are made to be broken . . .
Rules of Engagement
Devon Mathewes, earl of Kerrich, has a plan that is sure to restore him to the Queen's favor. First, he must hire a sensible, unattractive governess. Next, he will see to adopting a properly grateful orphan, which will surely lend him a patina of respectability. Finally, he must obtain a guarantee that his orphan and the governess will better his character and reputation without unduly disturbing his life -- love life or otherwise.
