Secret of the Sonnets by Samantha Hastings, Book Review

 

Book Summary:

Miranda Hatch is a scholar, and at the advanced age of twenty-six, she is undoubtedly a spinster. Her single-minded ambition leads her not to seek a husband but to find the lost manuscripts of William Shakespeare. So when she discovers a connection between the Bard and the local dashing marquess, she pens a letter requesting access to papers that might secure her academic triumph.

Lord Robert Hamilton is drowning in debt and must turn things around or risk losing his ancestral home. With the weight of the world on his shoulders, he has little time to bother with a letter from an M. Hatch requesting access to ancestral papers―until he realizes there may be some financial merit in granting the request. To his great surprise, M. Hatch turns out to be none other than the lovely Miss Miranda. The pair soon embarks on the trail of a centuries-old mystery, drawn together not only by their shared goal but by their growing attraction. However, someone else is seeking the priceless papers, and they will not hesitate to remove anyone in the way of glory. 

My Review:

I have to admit, I wanted to read this book based on the cover alone. The book exceeded my expectations and lived up to the beautiful cover. The intricacies of Shakespeare’s works and the search for his missing sonnets was woven throughout the story. I loved Miranda and her intelligence and sense of adventure. Her quick wit made for enjoyable reading. Robert was duty-bound, a gentlemen, and ever willing to lend a hand. I enjoyed watching them fall for each other all while wondering if a happily ever after was even possible for them. The action in the book along with the mysteries and surprises made for a well rounded story. I am not a big Shakespeare person but this story made me appreciate his works even more. Fans of regency and historical fiction will enjoy Secret of the Sonnets. I received a copy of this book for free; all thoughts and opinions are my own.

Happy Reading!!!

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