Susanna Craig's Who's That Earl Review!

Who’s That Earl

By: Susanna Craig

Release Date: August 18, 2020

Publisher: Lyrical Press

Author Website: http://www.susannacraig.com/

4 Stars

Susanna Craig brings to readers a charming and clever story in Who's That Earl.

A second chance romance with a touch of mystery this author gave her leads some interesting hurdles to overcome. Jane stood out as a heroine in that while having had her share of misfortunes she was not a victim but triumphant in her ability to overcome the obstacles thrown at her in a period appropriate way. Thomas was exactly how one might picture a career soldier and spy in his demeanor. His astute observations and his willingness to take on responsibilities showed him to be a man of integrity as well as his loyalty to his connection to Jane. This couple had a strong bond made fragile with time yet it endured and it was believably reignited when they were reunited. As secrets unfolded this story picked up and by the end it was hard not to be captivated by this pair and buy into their love for each other.

With subtle historical details this work's time period felt organically authentic. Ms. Craig's focus on her character's relationship using the time period they were depicted in as a back-drop kept her story from falling into the trap of being a retelling of history versus a historical romance.  At times this work lagged but this author's prose was as lovely as the story she was telling and enabled her to keep interest in her work to its conclusion. Susanna Craig brings another thoughtful and richly detailed historical romance to her readers in Who's That Earl.

*I was given an advanced copy. All opinions expressed are my own.*