Dangerous (Outcasts)
The first book of this new Outcasts series throws together two outcasts from polite society. Both have secrets: Lady Euphemia Marlington (Mia) was captured by corsairs, sold into a harem, and has a son by the sultan; Adam de Courtney, Marquess of Exley, is blamed for the death of his first two wives, hides his three daughters away from society, and worries that madness runs in the family. But since Mia’s father insists she marry immediately, Adam wants a male heir, and other prospects are unappealing, they agree on a marriage of convenience. She is sensual and emotional, he haughty and distant, but despite the unpromising circumstances, their initial physical attraction rapidly progresses from frequent lustful encounters to love. But will their precarious relationship survive when secrets are revealed?
Since this is a Regency romance, the answer is a resounding yes, and the uncertain progress of their attachment makes entertaining reading. Mia is a particularly endearing heroine, and Adam more caring than he likes others to suspect. The last section of the novel shifts to high adventure as they set off on an expedition to rescue her son, who has been imprisoned by the new sultan. Recommended, despite the implausibility.
