Humphrey Wescott, Earl of Riverdale, has died, leaving behind a fortune and a scandalous secret that will forever alter the lives of his family—sending one daughter on a journey of self-discovery...
With her parents’ marriage declared bigamous, Camille Westcott is now illegitimate and without a title. Looking to eschew the trappings of her old life, she leaves London to teach at the Bath orphanage where her newly discovered half-sister lived. But even as she settles in, she must sit for a portrait commissioned by her grandmother and endure an artist who riles her every nerve.
An art teacher at the orphanage that was once his home, Joel Cunningham has been hired to paint the portrait of the haughty new teacher. But as Camille poses for Joel, their mutual contempt soon turns to desire. And it is only the bond between them that will allow them to weather the rough storm that lies ahead...
With her parents’ marriage declared bigamous, Camille Westcott is now illegitimate and without a title. Looking to eschew the trappings of her old life, she leaves London to teach at the Bath orphanage where her newly discovered half-sister lived. But even as she settles in, she must sit for a portrait commissioned by her grandmother and endure an artist who riles her every nerve.
An art teacher at the orphanage that was once his home, Joel Cunningham has been hired to paint the portrait of the haughty new teacher. But as Camille poses for Joel, their mutual contempt soon turns to desire. And it is only the bond between them that will allow them to weather the rough storm that lies ahead...
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Someone to hold is the second in Ms. Balogh's Wescott Series. It stands well enough on it's own.
Camille Westcott has always been a perfect lady. It has been revealed that her parent's marriage was not legitimate and she and he siblings are penniless and set out in the world. In an attempt to settle into her new place in life - she takes a job teaching at the orphanage her legitimate half sister was raised and taught. There she meet a young painter named Joel - with whom she takes and instant dislike for but there is also and attraction.
I had a bit of difficulty reading this one because I took a bit of dislike towards Camille - she is all prim and proper for naught. However, once through a bit I had to find out how things turn out for her and Joel.
Ms. Balogh's writing is well rounded and her characters are strong even though at times you want to shake them. Her story lines are fluid - although I have to admit the sex scenes in the book are more clinical then enjoyable to read. That being said - if you enjoy period romances this one is worth the time.
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