Ana María and The Fox (The Luna Sisters)
Mexican heiress Ana María and her two sisters, Isabel and Gabriela, flee the second French occupation of Mexico by sailing to London. Their uncle, an ambassador in London, wants them to impress society while keeping their connection to the Mexican government a secret. Elated to be granted some freedom to appear in public without their domineering father dictating their every move, the sisters find that not all of London is welcoming of foreigners.
Gideon Fox often feels like a foreigner in London society, though he is a prominent member of Parliament. His humble beginnings and the love of his grandmother, a former slave, have shaped his entire life. He has one aim in life and that is to end the slave trade by passing a measure through Parliament with the support of a small circle of friends.
Gideon and Ana María find they have much in common, but their goals seem at odds with their hearts. When Ana María finds herself in an impossible situation, Gideon can’t help but offer his support despite the risks. As the full implication of their situation becomes clear, they will have to decide what matters most.
The romance between Ana María and Gideon has a slow start as it trickles through each of their own personal causes. Some romance readers may find the pacing of the love story uneven, while others will enjoy the space made for a stronger emphasis on political intrigue and social issues. The novel is the first in a series featuring the Luna sisters and includes a steady trickle of breadcrumbs for the subsequent books.
De la Rosa has filled the book with sparkling and witty banter from a diverse cast of characters that has me looking forward to the next one in the series.
