by Sophie Jordan
Lady Jane's life has changed, ever since her husband died a year previously and she became a widow. Now she is living with her in laws, practically a servant to every whim and need. When a opportunity arises to leave for one evening, and attend a ball...she jumps at the chance. So dressed in a beaut...
3.5 stars
**Actual Rating: 4.5 stars**
This is my favorite "Cinderella" tale to-date.
A Regency-ish romance so cliched, it just begs for a "Romance Convention Checklist" ala "Gossamer Obsessions" :One philandering dead husbandOne widow yearning for childhood loveOne lecherous brother-in-lawOne faithful old retainerThree obnoxious childrenOne guilt-ridden brother/icy-hearted spurned l...