Alice is the daughter of a traitor who loses everything that his family had acquired. To survive she finds employment as a servant in the home of a selfish and inconsiderate family member. Hired as a governess, when the family finds itself penniless, she soon finds herself doing the work of cook, maid, and laundress. But that is all about to change when Captain Edward inherits the home and returns to take charge. He will soon have everything shipshape and aboveboard. The only problem being that Alice soon finds that she is falling in love with this generous and kind man that has entered her life. She is disheartened to think that there can never be anything between them due to their differences in station.

Captain’s Lady is an emotionally touching historical romance that will bring tears to the eyes. Readers will find themselves transported back in time to a place of carriages and ball gowns. Where there are strict social rules and people are judged by their family status. This is a fast paced story with strong compelling characters that will win the hearts of the readers.

Alice is a woman that cares for all those around her. Readers will admire this character that could turn her back on her ungracious relations and look for employment elsewhere but stays to help the remaining servants and family survive when without her they would starve. Even when she is misaligned and abused by her selfish family she never speaks an unkind word. Readers will look forward to a time when she begins to find happiness.

Edward is a man that is happiest at sea. He is used to being obeyed and speaks with authority. He is also a very kind, fair- minded, and generous man. He quickly recognizes a bad situation and goes about making things right. He will be the cause of tears as the reader worries over his desire to return to the sea. Readers will anxiously await the time when he realizes he has a home and someone that loves him.

This is a sweet love story where love grows from actions. Alice sees Edward as the knight in shining armor who has come to save everyone. Every little touch and smile goes a long way in winning her heart. Edward is harder to read. He is always considering returning to the sea but there are times it is easy to see the feelings he has developed for Alice. This is not a story of great passion but of a sweet love that touches the heart. This is a special story that readers are sure to remember long after reading. I highly recommend it for the readers’ enjoyment.

Overall rating:
Sensuality rating: Sweet

Reviewer: Anita
January 16, 2007