The third exciting book in NY Times bestseller Patricia Rice’s Unexpected Magic historical romance series!A blind marquess who detects lies…A spinster who hides behind deceit…Can even magic bring them together?
Scorned by suitors for her statuesque size, Harriet Stansbury bolts when opportunity offers a position in a mad marquess’s eccentric household.Once a dashing rakehell, Duncan Ives, … household.
Once a dashing rakehell, Duncan Ives, Marquess of Ashford, lost his eyesight in a murderous assault. Abandoned by his fiancée, unable to ride the vast fields of his estate, he vents his frustration on political reform. On impulse, he hires the intriguing, smoky-voiced Harriet even though he knows she’s lying—like him—with almost every word she speaks.
At first Harriet is a godsend, oddly anticipating what he needs and abating his worst rages. But when her stepfather accuses Duncan of ruining her, the scandal threatens everything he’s salvaged from the wreckage of his life. Avoiding scandal for the sake of his country, Duncan agrees to marriage. With her secret gift of empathy, Harriet isn’t so certain. She’s falling in love with the impossible marquess, but dare she risk her wounded heart for a man who can’t love her? And can Duncan learn to trust a woman whose tempting curves paralyze his good sense, but who is far more than she seems?
Romantic Times Review 4 1/2 star Top Pick: “Known for her masterful talent for writing whimsy, humor and mayhem, Rice gives the reader a delightful romantic adventure in the third book of her Unexpected Magic series. Along with her recurring characters, she pairs a statuesque Malcolm female who is the perfect foil for the blind, arrogant, frustrated Ives male. She includes sensuality, an abduction, political skullduggery along with lively verbal bantering in this mystical, magical tale of love”– Joan Hammond
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Unexpected Magic Series in order:
Magic in the Stars Book # 1
Whisper of Magic Book #2
Theory of MagicBook #3
Aura of MagicBook #4
Chemistry of Magic Book #5
No Perfect Magic Book #6
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Great read just a little pricey…….This is first, I usually don’t read mystic books but something about the description caught my eye. I like how she described their special abilities and did not force it off as a witch. That word implies evil. I found this well written. I also enjoyed the chaos and many subplots going on. I would buy the rest of the series but a 7/ea is a little out of my budget for books.
I liked the story so much, when I found out there were more in the series, I bought the first two also! Nicely done!
Simple romance
loved it!
This was a better than average read. It is definitely a page turner with a fair bit of actual history woven in. Highly recommended
I really enjoyed this book. Look forward to reading others by this author.
Very good reading it was always entertaining never bored. Loved it.
This was an enjoyable read that brought real life characters with flaws and all. It was fun and easy to read, relaxing but interesting. If you like a fun romance with idiosyncrasies you’ll love this read.
Very well written.
I really enjoyed this book!
The characters are wonderful, witty, and this was a joy to read. The supporting characters, while familiar, also added so much more to this story, This is a great read.
A marvelous story about a young heiress with confidence issues and a touch of magic and a frustrated viscount who has been blinded in an accident. Hounded and belittled by her guardian, the heroine does something totally outrageous. She runs away, hides her identity, and takes a position in the viscount’s uproarious household. Plenty of fun and games ensue between with ghosts, twins, and a battle for control of Parliament. If you like light-hearted reads, you will enjoy this book
This was such a cute book filled with humor, love and magic.
I really enjoyed “Theory of Magic “ It was different and entertaining!
Loved this book!
There are so many human emotions in this story and a handicap theme always makes for a great tale. Historical events bring the two main characters together in the most sensual, captivating heartfelt moments possible. The story depicts passion, pain and pride. A very good read to re-read.
I enjoyed the plot and characters written with humor and real human issues & feelings.
A bit different from the usual
No one is. Perfect
I liked the idea of two thwarted and confused people stepping outside of situation normal and finding each other.
Wonderful use of period description and atmosphere without being too quaint!
Loved it!