Regina (virgosun) reviewed on 6/18/2011 + 886 more book reviews

I'm not sure what it is about this author's writing style, but there seemed to be a strange disconnection throughout this story, which I've noticed in her previous two in the series. Clare can write lusty yet emotional love scenes, but when Elliott and Abby were not in the bedroom, their interaction was weirdly wooden. I enjoyed the various dark and forbidden similarities to Jane Eyre, but I was disappointed that Clare didn't further pursue the dyslexia angle or the relationship/friendship between Abby and young Master Jacob. On the other hand, there's no question that Elliot's and Abby's reunion was "swoon-worthy" romantic, if just a tad unbelievable, but that's the stuff of romance; besides, don't we all want to be swept off our feet if only for a few minutes?

Once again, Clare created a strong and intriguing plot, and her stories have improved with each installment. Unfortunately, she didn't push my romantic sensibilities as much as I'd like for me to give The Secret Desires of a Governess a higher rating. 3.5 stars.

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