The Secrets Of Sir Richard Kenworthy (2000) - Plot & Excerpts
Once again we are at that annual horrible Smythe-Smith musical. And once again the music is just plain terrible. In spite of that Sir Richard Kenworthy picks as his bride Iris Smythe-Smith.I loved Iris. She knows something if off with Sir Richard but just does not know what. Even so she agrees to a rush wedding leaving immediately for Sir Richard’s home. She wants a home of her own and is willing to work to get it. However what is off with Sir Richard is more that Iris ever expected and may be more than she can live with.Sir Richard is not that great a character. He knows that what he is doing to Iris is not right but that does not stop him. I never warmed to his character. He is very controlling and completely misses what is really going on in his family. It takes Iris to realize the truth and find a solution.There is a nice HEA after a very long and complicated journey. This is a nice addition to the Smythe-Smith saga. Even though it is part of a series it works well as a stand-alone. The Secrets of Sir Richard Kenworthy is a nice introduction if you have never read anything by Julia Quinn and a nice addition established fans will love.I received an ARC of The Secrets of Sir Richard Kenworthy from Edelweiss in return for an honest review. This book begins with the dreaded Smythe-Smith music recital. For Sir Richard Kenworthy, one of the unfortunate musicians seems to be the answer to a problem he has. For reasons unknown, he has to get married and soon. Iris Smythe-Smith catches his eye and he determines to marry her. Iris is a smart cookie and she is rightly suspicious of Sir Richard's motives when he comes courting. But, they did have a good time talking at the recital and he doesn't seem to mind her outspokenness so Iris finds herself falling for him. When Richard compromises Iris and forces the wedding, they both hope for the best. Things seem to be working out well until Iris finds out what a big secret Richard is keeping.This book has all of the humor and romance that one expects from a Julia Quinn story. Iris is a perfect Quinn heroine, full of spunk and very intelligent. Richard just barely keeps from falling over into the cad category with his motives for marriage but he really is a man with a good heart which redeems him. There is just the right amount of spice in the story and lots of clever conversation. One of the best parts for me is when we finally get to see a rendition of the infamous 12 act unicorn play written by Frances Pleinswoth in "A Night Like This".This book is a wonderful addition to a great series but can be read by a new reader with no problem.
What do You think about The Secrets Of Sir Richard Kenworthy (2000)?
3.5 stars. Enjoyable, but definitely not my favorite JQ.
—Yagami
Is Julia Quinn back? This one looks interesting...
—chloe
