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The scandalous Lady Wright
First published 1991 · 261 pages
A frothy, fast-paced Regency romp where high-society scandal and cozy murder mystery collide in a delightful swirl of gossip and romance.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like indulging in a deliciously scandalous piece of high-society gossip over a cup of tea. It is a frothy, fast-paced Regency romp that perfectly balances the lighthearted charm of a historical romance with the engaging puzzle of a cozy mystery. The narrative moves at a brisk, entertaining clip, propelled by snappy dialogue and a wry, playful tone that pokes fun at the hypocrisies of nineteenth-century London society. The atmosphere is simultaneously suspenseful and comforting, wrapping the reader in a world of glittering ballrooms, whispered secrets, and dashing heroes. It is an absolute delight for anyone who loves their historical romances served with a side of murder, sparkling banter, and the satisfying triumph of a misunderstood heroine.
- Mood
- gossipy
- cozy
- romantic
- suspenseful
- Tone
- wry
- playful
- melodramatic
- lighthearted
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- societal hypocrisy · second chances at love · overcoming scandal · unlikely alliances
- The writing
- Snappy and straightforward, laced with the author's signature dry wit and an eye for period detail.
- The arc
- Moves from the despair of a trapped, scandal-plagued existence to the triumphant warmth of vindication and unexpected romance.
- Who it's for
- Readers who crave a traditional, fast-paced Regency romance with a generous dollop of cozy murder mystery and sparkling banter.
Content notes
- murder
- domestic abuse (backstory)
- false accusation
About the book
Emma has been married off to a vicious but wealthy man. When he is found murdered, London society assumes she is guilty. However a handsome French aristocrat resolves to solve the crime himself, and Lady Emma finds herself caught up in the mystery and finding it hard also to not fall in love with the kind and dashing Frenchman.
Description from Open Library.
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