Much Ado about a Widow

December 1, 2019

Lady Georgina Kirkpatrick has eloped and defied her father once already, but when her husband is killed at Waterloo, she resigns herself to an arranged marriage and sets out for her father's estate. Her journey, however, is intercepted by kidnappers, forcing her upon her escape to take drastic action by petitioning her brother's friend, Robin Kerr, Marquess of St. Just, for assistance. He determines the only way to keep her safe is to ferry her away on his ship. Tight quarters and a lengthy voyage prove the perfect combination for bantering and bickering, and soon sparks fly. Now if only they can manage to thwart the plans of her father and her fiancé. VERDICT Firmly grounded in richly told historical details, this proves a true screwball romantic comedy, perfect for anyone seeking a love story rife with fun and adventure. A successful continuation of Jaxon's "Widow's Club" series (after What a Widow Wants).--Kellie Tilton, Univ. of Cincinnati Blue Ash

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December 1, 2019
As Jaxon continues the Widow's Club series (What a Widow Wants, 2018), recently widowed and ever-rebellious Georgie is resigned to the marriage to an old lecher that her father has arranged. She had no choice. Her father threatened to cut her off from her family if she doesn't go through with it. But then Georgie, her dog, and her maid are kidnapped. They manage to escape and end up on a ship owned by Lord St. Just, a friend of her brother's and possibly a pirate. St. Just takes care of her and her companions, and by the time the ship lands near his estate, she and he are in love. But her father and her villainous fianc� aren't ready to give her up that easily. A failed elopement attempt, a battle, and even a duel must all be endured before the couple can stay happily together. The nautical details Jaxon provides add drama and flair to this fun romance as her series continues to satisfy with appealing characters, humor, and adventure.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2019, American Library Association.)