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I was recently out on a cruise when I discovered the author Gayle Callen. I am excited to share her with you all.
Book Description
Louisa Shelby’s carefree life of elegant balls and beautiful gowns ended when her father died, leaving her penniless. With no hope of securing a proper marriage, she accepts a position as a companion to an elderly viscountess. But temptation in a most unexpected guise awaits Louisa in the dowager’s home...
Once, Simon Wade was London’s most eligible bachelor, but a tragic accident forced him into seclusion, away from prying eyes and questions. While he yearns to hold and kiss the enchanting Louisa, he will accept no woman’s pity.
Louisa’s only chance at happiness may rest in her ability to convince the stubborn viscount that her passion is real...and her love is true.
About Gayle Callen
After a detour through fitness instructing and computer programming, Gayle Callen found the life she'd always dreamed of as a romance writer. This USA Today bestselling author has written more than thirty historical romances for Avon Books, and her novels have won the Holt Medallion, the Laurel Wreath Award, the Booksellers' Best Award, and been translated into eleven different languages. The mother of three grown children, an avid crafter, singer, and outdoor enthusiast, Gayle lives in Central New York with her husband, Jim. She also writes contemporary romances as Emma Cane.
My Thoughts
When I began this book, I did not realize it was the third in a series. However, that did not distract from the story.
Louisa has decided that she enjoys helping people. Though she no longer needs to work thanks to her sisters having made successful marriages, she wants to feel needed like she has a purpose. She decided to become Lady Wade's companion. What she doesn't know is that this job may turn into more than even she realizes.
Simon was injured in an accident feeling like he had lost everything he had hidden from the world. Then in walks Louisa and everything changes.
I liked how the author wrote about Simon's disability as someone with vision issues I felt she did a wonderful job portraying the hardships of being visually impaired. I also liked that she took her time building a relationship between the characters that was based on respect and love.
I enjoyed watching Louisa help Simon's sister blossom and that her intentions were pure. I felt the writer did a wonderful job slowly bringing Simon out of his darkness and watching him become more confident in his new life.
Overall, a wonderful story.
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