His Lady Deceived

His Lady Deceived is a fantastic historical romance by Cheryl Bolen. This is a fairly quick read, perfect for those with limited reading time. Ms. Bolen has delivered a well-written book and furnished it with an outstanding cast of characters. Sarah was willing to fall in with Lady Landis's plans to spend the holidays with a small group of family, especially Lady Landis's son Alfred. Alfred has no desire to be married so he brings his best friend along to the house party and encourages him to tell Sarah lies to make him less attractive to husband hunters. Sarah and Alfred's story is loaded with drama, humor and spice. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to my next book by Cheryl Bolen. His Lady Deceived is book 2 of The Deceived Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book that I received from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Alfred Wickham is perfectly happy gambling and living the life of a rake. His Viscount father thinks at age 30 it is time for Alfred to marry and settle down. His mother agrees and believes Lady Sarah Milton is the perfect woman for Alfred. The two families are gathered for a holiday house party during which they attempt to bring Alfred and Sarah together. The mamas and papas are determined to make it happen. Alfred, who needs a smack to the back of his head, is determined to resist. He has even brought a friend, Lord Pottinger, along to proclaim his unworthiness for marriage. Sarah is willing for them to get to know each other and see how things turn out. Potts does his job very well. Sarah is no longer interested in Alfred. Well, he got what he wanted, but he begins to think maybe he has made a mistake. Now what is he to do? His Lady Deceived is a fun and happy holiday story with wonderfully entertaining characters and a few surprises. I recommend it. I received an ARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. My review is voluntary.

Lady Sarah Milton’s spinsterhood is not because she hasn’t received proposals of marriage. Her beauty and dowry have attracted many. It’s just that the men who have proposed don’t appeal to her. The one man who does, the sport-mad Alfred Wickham, doesn’t know she exists. Therefore, when his mother invites her family to spend Yuletide with her extended family at the home of the Duke and Duchess of Radcliff, Lady Sarah jumps at the chance. Alfred Wickham is not happy. His matchmaking mother fancies an alliance between him and some well-bred young miss he’s to meet at the Radcliffs’. The last thing Alfred wants is to tie himself down in matrimony--and, besides, he’s never been attracted to well-bred ladies. He’ll show them! He enlists his best friend, Lord Pottinger, to intervene. Potts is to inform the miss of Alfred’s wicked ways: his gaming, his recklessness, and his (feigned) understanding with an actress. Once Potts has succeeded in poisoning Lady Sarah against his friend, Alfred realizes he’s made a most dreadful mistake. A lovely fun read whilst this is the second in the series it could easily be read on its own. However it does feature characters from the first book, which added to my enjoyment. I loved everything about Alfred & Sarah & the chemistry between them fairly sizzled, they were so right for each other but first he fought it then she fought it & it made for a delightful read. This is a quick read which I read in a sitting & was left feeling satisfied & looking for more in the series as I’d love the stammering Potts to find his HEA My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read