A Scholarly Gentleman

This book is the other part of "A Notorious Lady". It contains the details of Phoebe and Jordan's romance. I enjoyed it but didn't think it was as good as some of Blair's other books. I would recommend it though, along with the above mentioned.

Ms Blair's stories have gotten progressively better with each one. This one is truly the best so far. The character development and dialogue are outstanding as always in her books. Cambridge and the academic/scientific interactions make for a refreshing setting. This one clearly is at the top in terms of its complexity and surprizes.

I really enjoyed this book. It was one of those that keeps you thinking a long time after you've finished it. I like mature heroines, and Phoebe handles her damaged past and her uncertain future in a real and compelling way. This was far more than the usual arrogant-alpha-male-meets-lovely-innocent-miss Regency romance. I recommend it for those who enjoy something a bit more serious. That said, though it's more drama than fluff, it is still a deeply romantic story.

While this is not my favorite of Ms. Blair's many books (I mean, we have to choose a favorite, right?), I felt a special resonance with the issues Phoebe faced when dealing with Jordan and his scientific idiosyncracies and stubbornness. He's a very true-painted character! I suspect many of Ms. Blair's readers will recognize some aspect of the men in their lives in Jordan DeVaux. I believe it is his characterization that marks this book as unique and a must-read. It flows differently than her books, at times seeming surprisingly unhindered, and at other times impossibly so, which kept my interest up. Ms. Blair's always-interesting side characters did not disappoint either!I can't wait to see her next book!