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Book Review of An Affair Before Christmas (Desperate Duchesses, Bk 2)

An Affair Before Christmas (Desperate Duchesses, Bk 2)
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Helpful Score: 2


I usually prefer regency stories, but tried this one, since I really like Eloisa James' regency series. I strongly suggest starting with the first book and keeping an open mind - this series tells all the characters' stories concurrently, with each book focusing on once couple's experience. However, the non-leads in each book are very important characters with wonderful stories of their own that you'll not want to miss. My only complaint is Poppy's childish view of her body & sex - it was like reading about an elementary-aged girl experiencing sex sometimes - very uncomfortable & creepy-feeling. However, perhaps that's what Eloisa was aiming for in this character? I wonder if the character's naivety could have been described in a more intelligent way. Thankfully, the book spends very little time on these particular scenes, and I certainly wouldn't want to miss the rest of the story. Now I can't wait for the Duke of Villiers' book!