A disappointing and somewhat bland ending to an otherwise enjoyable series of Hadley's Hellion. While Ellie's experience was nothing less than a betrayal by those she loved and trusted, it stretched the realm of believability for a family of good society. And did Christopher really need those secret lessons? Their arrangement was more a sham so they could hang out under the guise of instructing him to become more respectable to virginal bride prospects. I just didn't buy it. However, Justiss did an excellent job in conveying Ellie's emotional upheaval when her past unexpectedly converges with her present. I felt every bit of Ellie's anger, shame, and betrayal. Ultimately, though, I'm on the fence with 3 stars.

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