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Duke of Midnight
Maiden Lane Series #6

Elizabeth Hoyt

Forever / Grand Central
October 15, 2013 / ISBN 1455508349
Historical – Romance
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Reviewed by Cheryl Green

In 1740 London, with no money of her own, Artemis Greaves has no other choice but to become the companion to her wealthy cousin Lady Penelope. Now due to a stupid wager the two of them are about to be attacked or worse. When it looks like all hope is lost, the Ghost of St Giles appears and saves them. This is a real person – think superhero – not an actual ghost. Artemis has her doubts that he is as bad as they claim. The Ghost inadvertently left something in her hand before he departed. This makes her think he might be a gentleman in disguise.

It is during a house party at Pelham House that Artemis realizes who wears the mask of the Ghost of St Giles. Will she be able to blackmail him into getting her twin brother Apollo released from Bedlam? Things go from bad to worse when Artemis receives a note saying her brother is dying. Will Artemis be able to rescue him in time?

Things to ponder: Why did the Ghost of St Giles make sure the two ladies returned home safely? Why was Apollo arrested? Will the Duke of Wakefield propose to Lady Penelope before his older rival?

Elizabeth Hoyt has woven an intricate tale of love, intrigue, revenge and daring-do. Make sure your calendar is clear because once you start reading this book you will not be able to put it down. This was my first Elizabeth Hoyt book. I can tell you that it will not be my last. This well plotted book will keep you turning those pages. The author has made these characters come alive and I look forward to reading all the other books in this delightful series. So, if you like a story that is filled with romance, secrets and a Batman-like character, then you should be reading Duke of Midnight.

Reviews of other titles in this series

Wicked Intentions #1 [book]
Notorious Pleasures #2 [book]
Duke of Midnight #6 [book] [audio]
Dearest Rogue #8 [audio]

 
Reviewed 2013
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