This was such a good story. It had such neat elements- a hero that wasn’t perfect, a heroine that wasn’t the type that everyone would have cast as perfect, an old dog, an evil step brother, and a very ‘protective’ matchmaker. Lord Andrew DeMontforte is flawed now as a result of the fire at the castle, and fears that he is going mad. He has visions- episodes that he does not understand. He doesn’t want to be ridiculed by society and has withdrawn. He wants to be left alone, and shuns social gatherings. But his brother, the Duke, has other ideas. He believes that a wife is exactly what Andrew needs and sets the wheels in motion. Lady Celsiana Bkake is perfect for his brother.
David Stifel does his best job yet with this one. He has the right amount of energy, and his timing is impeccable in the delivery! I found myself laughing and crying over so many of the funniest scenes. And the scenes- the descriptions are incredibly written, so that the narrator’s work – his delivery is that much easier. The listener feels more of a visual witness to the story.
Mr. Stifel’s work with the character of Lucien is perfection.
The story is so entertaining- a worthy investment of time and money. You will not want to put it down or tear yourself away. This series is so GOOD!!
