Regina (virgosun) reviewed Secret Lessons with the Rake (Hadley's Hellions, Bk 4) (Harlequin Historical, No 459) on + 888 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
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.
Karin A. (Jerseygirltoo) -
I completely agree with Regina's review. Although I liked the concept of a group of friends who are reformist politicians, this was the weakest book of the series. The couple just kept agonizing over the same issue over and over again, it became repetitive.
