A Little Light Mischief

July 26, 2019

Alice Stapleton worked hard caring for her drunkard father at the vicarage. Now, as a companion to Mrs. Wraxhall, she enjoys a position of relative leisure, though she's certain the lady's maid is hiding something nefarious, stealing out of the house at odd hours. Molly Wilkins has led a difficult life, coming clean from her days as a thief. If only Alice would stop watching her every move. Discovering a secret from Molly's past, Alice realizes her judgements about Molly were unfounded, and ultimately the two give in to their mutual desire for each other. When it's revealed that Alice's family has wronged her, the mischievous Molly comes up with a plan for payback for the man who got Alice banished from her home. VERDICT Sebastian crafts another enormously fun, sexy romp that is also touching, with two heroines who make each other better together than they were alone. This latest entry in the "Turner" series (after The Ruin of a Rake) stands on its own and will make readers wish for more about the winsome duo. Highly recommended.--Eve Stano, Ball State Univ. Muncie, IN

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Narrator Morag Sims perfectly captures the outspoken lady's maid and meek vicar's daughter at the center of this delightful romance with just the right amount of mischief. Sweet-voiced Alice has been saved from ruin by the kindly Mrs. Wraxhall and is now adjusting to her new home. She is drawn to Molly, a charmingly forward maid with a subtle Cockney accent and a deep voice. At first, nothing comes of their mutual attraction, but when they depart for a house party and find that they are to share a room, their wariness melts away. And when Alice is horrified to discover that the snootily voiced brute who caused her near ruin is expected at the house party, she and Molly concoct a scheme to reclaim what was lost. E.E.C. � AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine