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The Work of Art

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by Mimi Matthews
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"Suspense and mystery within an absorbing love story. Readers will be hard put to set this one down before the end." -Library Journal, STARRED review
Winner of the 2020 HOLT Medallion

An Uncommon Beauty...

Hidden away in rural Devonshire, Phyllida Satterthwaite has always been considered more odd than beautiful. But in London, her oddity has made her a sensation. Far worse, it's caught the eye of the sinister Duke of Moreland—a notorious art collector obsessed with acquiring one-of-a-kind treasures. To escape the duke's clutches, she's going to need a little help.

An Unlikely Hero...

Captain Arthur Heywood's days of heroism are long past. Grievously injured in the Peninsular War, he can no longer walk unaided, let alone shoot a pistol. What use can he possibly be to a damsel in distress? He has nothing left to offer except his good name.

Can a marriage of convenience save Philly from the vengeful duke? Or will life with Arthur put her—and her heart—in more danger than ever?

  • Creators

  • Series

    Somerset Stories

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  • Release date

    July 23, 2019

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      • ISBN: 9781733056908

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      • ISBN: 9781733056908
      • File size: 868 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      June 21, 2019

      After losing her grandfather, Phyllida Satterthwaite's uncle treats her to one Season in London to find a suitable husband. Her unique looks quickly make her the talk of the town, but Philly discovers her uncle's generosity is nothing more than a plan to wed her to the highest bidder, the cruel Duke of Moreland, a collector of rarities, who sees Phyllida as yet another work of art he must possess. Capt. Arthur Heywood, a wounded war veteran touched by Philly's kindness toward him, concocts a plan to thwart the duke by marrying her first and spiriting her away to his country estate. Unfortunately, strange things begin happening in the country that place Philly in danger. While Arthur is frustrated with his disability and desperate to protect Philly, she is patient and caring (her concern for animals is another endearing quality), and their tender affection builds into a genuine love that will melt readers' hearts. VERDICT In her sixth historical romance, Matthews (The Pug Who Bit Napoleon; A Victorian Lady's Guide to Fashion and Beauty) weaves suspense and mystery within an absorbing love story. Readers will be hard put to set this one down before the end. Highly recommended to historical romance and/or mystery buffs and especially animal lovers.--Eve Stano, Ball State Univ. Muncie, IN

      Copyright 2019 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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