Through deft plotting and simple yet stylish prose, Kleypas distinguishes herself as a master of her craft. Even her villain, a famed 'thieftaker,' displays surprising dimensions. The second novel in the sensational Bow Street series from New York Times bestselling historical romance author Lisa. With the exception of Sophia, who is given to histrionics, Kleypas's characters are well drawn and refreshingly levelheaded.

The chemistry between the pair is palpable, but several obstacles stand in the way of their happiness, not the least of which is the shadow of Sophia's brother. Known as the Monk of Bow Street for his celibacy following his wife's death, Ross is fair and forgiving, which Sophia soon learns when she takes up a position as his office clerk and housekeeper. Choose from Same Day Delivery, Drive Up or Order Pickup.

Handsome Ross Cannon, London's most powerful and irreproachable magistrate, is not the hard-hearted devil she had expected, however. Read reviews and buy Lady Sophias Lover - (Bow Street) by Lisa Kleypas (Paperback) at Target. Ever since her younger brother died in prison, Sophia Sydney has had one goal in mind-to find the magistrate who sent her brother to prison, worm her way into his office and his heart and then destroy him both politically and emotionally. Ross is a great protagonist filled with passion and courage, but Sydney acts out of character at times. The story line contains erotic scenes that are deftly written in as part of the fast-paced plot and not used to shock the audience. Political, social and familial conflicts heat up this story, and not all of the resolutions come easily. Lady Sophia's Lover is a powerful early Victorian romance that provides a deep descriptive panorama of the era. Against the grit and glamour of London's crime-fighting Bow Street operation, Kleypas weaves an exceptional early-Victorian-era romance that is driven by much more than mere sexual attraction and sizzling loves scenes (of which there are plenty here).

Lady Sophia's Lover by Lisa Kleypas