The Governess Affair

The Brothers Sinister, Book 1

De: Courtney Milan

Narrado por: Rosalyn Landor

The start of a new series from New York Times best-selling author Courtney Milan....

She will not give up.

Three months ago, governess Serena Barton was let go from her position. Unable to find new work, she's demanding compensation from the man who got her sacked: a petty, selfish, swinish duke. But it's not the duke she fears. It's his merciless man of business - the man known as the Wolf of Clermont. The formidable former pugilist has a black reputation for handling all the duke's dirty business, and when the duke turns her case over to him, she doesn't stand a chance. But she can't stop trying - not with her entire future at stake.

He cannot give in.

Hugo Marshall is a man of ruthless ambition - a characteristic that has served him well, elevating the coal miner's son to the right hand man of a duke. When his employer orders him to get rid of the pestering governess by fair means or foul, it's just another day at the office. Unfortunately, fair means don't work on Serena, and as he comes to know her, he discovers that he can't bear to use foul ones. But everything he has worked for depends upon seeing her gone. He'll have to choose between the life that he needs, and the woman he is coming to love....

©2012 Courtney Milan (P)2012 Courtney Milan

satisfying

It is very satisfying when the two main characters can compete on an even playing field. Both of these characters are flawed but lovable. I especially love the ending.

Wonderfully Told Story

Listened for Fun (Audible)
Tracking Books Read Review (Short)
Overall Rating: 4.25
Story Rating: 4.00
Character Rating: 4.50

Audio Rating: 4.50 (Not part of the overall rating)

First Thought when Finished: The Governess Affair had elements that I normally hate but it totally worked in this story.

Overall Thoughts: Here is the deal: I am not really a fan of novellas and can only think of a handful of times that one has caused me to buy a whole series. The Governess Affair did that even with elements that I don't normally like. I will warn you that for a novella, it deals with a pretty heavy subject matter. It is handled with care and done wonderfully. I really enjoyed this and hope the rest of the series is as unique.

Audio Thoughts:

Narrator: Rosalyn Landor/Running Time: 3 h 50 min


Rosalyn Landor is my FAVORITE Historical narrator. I have come to the conclusion that she can do no wrong in my book. She has the perfect voice for historical settings.

Very good

I liked this story a lot. I loved Hugo and was so happy he finally belted the pig of a duke. Hugo has become one of my favorite heroes. Serena was a terrific heroine. I loved her determination, I understand her reluctance to say she was forced. Unfortunately that is still common today with date rape. Not much has changed...mores the pity.

An excellent short story and a perfect narration.

CM and RL, PURE ART!

I am so so happy I found such a talented artistic author like Courtney Milan. And I am ever HAPPIER that Rosalyn Landor had finally narrated one of her books. WONDERFUL WONDERFUL. You can imagine what kind of audible experience you would get if you combine an excellent story, attractive characters, witty dialogue, and SENSATIONAL performance by Rosalyn Landor.
I LOVED this book. Excellent introduction to the series. I can not wait for the rest of the books in the series. And please please please let it be Rosalyn who narrates them.
I highly recommend this book. BUY it and ENJOY :)

Awful

Rosalyn Landor is one of my favorite narrators but this story was just plain boring. The best narrator in the world could not help this book.