Nathaniel Stanton, the Earl of Foxstead, is a war hero. He
has never forgotten his deceased friend’s wife. Nathaniel decides to hire Eliza
and her sisters to help his ward find a suitable suitor. He harbors a shocking
secret that could destroy both Eliza and his ward. Attraction blooms between
them, and Nathaniel finds that he cannot keep his hands off Eliza. However, the
truth threatens to destroy their budding relationship. Can Nathaniel convince
Eliza to forgive him? And at what cost?
Eliza Pierce is a widow. She co-owns a successful party
planner business with her sisters. Her late husband’s friend approaches Eliza
to help his ward debut in high society. She suspects Nathaniel is keeping
something from her but reluctantly agrees. Eliza cannot ignore her growing
attraction to the rapscallion earl. She soon learns the devastating truth about
his ward and her young son. Can Eliza forgive Nathaniel for all his secrets and
lies? Or will her late husband’s treachery destroy any possibility of a future?
Nathaniel is such a sweetheart! He has this mischievous
and infectious charm that makes him hard to resist. I like how Nathaniel’s
stint in the army changed him for the better. It opened his awareness to a lot
of injustices in the world. Plus, it helped him give up his rakehell ways. What
I adore the most about Nathaniel is his thoughtfulness towards Eliza. He has
always liked and admired her. However, Nathaniel kept a respectful distance
from her to keep from betraying his friend. Plus, he tried to keep from causing
her more pain with the truth about her late husband.
Eliza is such an amazing woman! She, along with her
sisters, has managed to overcome many obstacles. I understand Eliza’s distrust
with men. Her father and late husband really did a number on her mentally and
emotionally. The two men tried to dictate her life without any regards of her
feelings. What I admire the most about Eliza is how she proves that she does
not need a man to succeed. Elegant Occasions’ success is proof of that,
especially during the rigid strictures women faced in that era.
WHAT HAPPENS IN THE BALLROOM is the second book in
Sabrina Jeffries’ historical romance series, DESIGNING DEBUTANTES. The story
can easily stand alone. However, I suggest reading the prior book first. It
explains the three sisters’ background and why they started their business.
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