A Governess's Guide to Passion and Peril (Ladies Most Scandalous, #4)

A Governess's Guide to Passion and Peril (Ladies Most Scandalous, #4)

Manda Collins

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Two friends reunite—and discover hidden feelings—while investigating a murder in this sensual, witty historical romance. Jane Halliwell once dreamed of a home of her own—but those dreams (and her dowry) died with her father. Now, she works as a governess, preparing her charge for a future no longer within her reach. When her employer is murdered during a house party, however, Jane is forced back into the world of the ton. But stepping in as hostess will require working with the same lord who once broke her girlish heart. Lord Adrian Fielding was too consumed with his job at the Foreign Office to pay young Jane much heed, but he always considered her a friend. Which is why he’s confounded by her icy demeanor now. More troubling still is his desire to melt the tensions between them. But his mentor’s murder means he must first find the culprit—and ensure Jane’s safety as she manages a house full of foreign dignitaries. Only Jane insists on joining the investigation, and Adrian, despite all his diplomatic skills, finds himself seduced by her sharp wit and sparkling eyes. But with a vicious killer circling ever closer, will it soon be too late for their chance at forever?


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    Mar 10, 2025
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    Mar 25, 2025
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    as a certified Historical Romance Girlie™️ and lover of strong female characters, i was so excited to dive into "a governess's guide to passion and peril," and this book did not disappoint. i was hooked from the very beginning of the story and jane very quickly became one of my new favorite book girlfriends (is that a thing for historical romances?). not only that, but adrian was just one green flag after the other, and anyone who knows me knows how much i love green flag mmcs. their affection for each other was so cute and obvious from the get go, but jane's wariness to see him again felt very believable. the same can be said for the way their relationship developed—it was not rushed, nor did it take away from the rest of the plot of the book. i haven't read the other books in this series, but seeing the characters in this book only made me want to go pick them up immediately! thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the arc of this book. "the governess's guide to passion and peril" is out from forever on march 26!

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    Mar 14, 2025
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    “I love you whether you’re a silver-tongued devil or not. But Adrian, I refuse to be wrapped in gossamer like some precious bit of glass.” —Jane Halliwell

    “I may lose my ability to speak pretty words around you, but I love you, and when this is all over, I mean to show you every chance I get.” —Adrian Fielding


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