The Perfect Princess

The Perfect Princess by Elizabeth Thornton was the perfect mix of mystery and romance. Rosamund the Duke's daughter goes to the prison to see a convicted murder with her bestfriend and gets kidnapped by the 'convicted murder' Richard Maitland. Buy this book and every book by this author you can't fail.

I have read 5 of Elizabeth Thornton's books back to back within the last couple of weeks of "discovering" her. I really like her books. I didn't like Richard Maitland in Princess Charming, but I definitely fell for him in this book. I think this one is one of my favorites! Elizabeth Thornton is a very talented author. I like her combination of mystery, romance and humor. Her heros are sexy, tough and gentle. Her heroines are not irritating airheads. I would highly recommend this author! I just wish she would bring Harper his love mate!

I have so far been immensely pleased with anything this author has written. Even if you have never read any of her other works, this book can stand alone. With "The Perfect Princess" Richard Maitland, who was prominently featured in her two previous novels, has his own story.Richard Maitland, war hero, spy extraordinaire, chief of special branches, and highly honorable has made some powerful enemies in his career. He does not suffer fools gladly and is usually portrayed as a `dour Scot' with few real friends - but those that he does name as friends are `sterling' in character as well. Richard has been attacked, made to look like a murderer, tried, convicted and two days away from being executed.Lady Rosamond Devere, daughter of a powerful duke, and thought to be a perfect matrimonial choice for a prince is visiting a `friend' who `for a lark' wants to bring Richard Maitland - his `last meal' at Newgate prison. Unfortunately, the timing could not have been worse as Richard, with the help of his trusty bodyguard, Harper, is attempting a prison break at the time of their visit. Seizing the moment, and Lady Rosamond as a hostage, Richard and Harper make their escape. This story from the very first pages has exciting suspense, a wonderful romantic duel of personalities - a dour Scot vs. the overly protected and pampered daughter of a duke - and superb dialogs. After several attempts at escaping Richard, Lady Rosamond, with nothing more to go on than his word, and possibly a sexual attraction, does eventually come to believe in Richard's innocence - and she and her powerful family do get behind and help Richard to find the real killers. Of course on top of this, these two very dynamic people get to create some very highly sensual and sizzling moments together - not without some hurtles to overcome with such a difference in their disparate backgrounds.From the very beginning you will have non-stop excitement, a real page-turner and exceptionally good secondary characters. Wonderful writing - I'll read anything with this lady's name on it and keep it forever!

This was such a well written book. I read it in one day! I am now going to read all of her books!! I am glad I discovered and was smart enough to read this gem!

This story of stoic Richard Maitland (introduced in "Whisper His Name" and "Princess Charming") will not disappoint. What I really liked, and found a bit surprising for an ET book, was the humor. Since Maitland was always so serious in the books mentioned above, it was a delight to see him in a situation infused with humor and an unconventional heroine. A good plot, with a twist you won't see coming, make this a keeper. Another recommendation I have to make is LAUREN BACH's "LONE RIDER". I like to switch between "historicals" and modern day stories. "Lone Rider" is a sexy thriller. Check it out!