Some of the characters' behavior in this book is not very likely for the early 19th century, and neither is the plot. But this book was so much fun that I just didn't care! The two main characters are great personalities, and the minor characters are well done too. Another big plus: clear communications between the main characters, and no misunderstandings.
The hero and heroine have long, late night conversations, where they slowly reveal their secrets and get to know one another. The dialogue is some of the wittiest I've read in a long time.
Here are a couple of samples:
"If I didn't know any better, I'd wonder if you had been waiting up for me."
She laughed. "Don't flatter yourself, Mr. Cavendish."
He tipped his head to the side. "Half of my day would be in ruins if I stopped flattering myself."
And:
"Oh, no" she replied, scooting away from him. "You're not about to ply me with wine and try to kiss me."
"I'm not?" He blinked, for that was exactly what he'd been planning.
"No."
"Care to tell me why I'm not?" he asked, nonplussed. He was never nonplussed.
"Because that is far beneath your skill level."

Towards the end, there is a great plot twist that I did not see coming. To sum up, it's a lighthearted caper, with good writing. I'll be happy to read more of this series.

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