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Part of "Wallflowers" series
"Scandal in Spring" by Lisa Kleypas is the fourth and final book in the Wallflowers series, following the lives and loves of four young women in Victorian England as they navigate society and search for their own happiness. In this installment, the focus is on Daisy Bowman, a headstrong and independent-minded young woman who has no intention of marrying for anything less than love. However, her family has other plans and has arranged for her to marry a wealthy and influential man, whom she has never met. Determined to escape this fate, Daisy runs away to Gretna Green with Matthew Swift, a charming and mysterious stranger. But as they journey together, Daisy begins to suspect that Matthew is not all that he seems, and she finds herself falling in love with him despite her reservations. As the two come closer to Gretna Green, they are pursued by Daisy's family and Matthew's past catches up with him, threatening to destroy their fragile bond. With the weight of society's expectations and their own fears bearing down on them, Daisy and Matthew must decide whether their love is strong enough to overcome all obstacles. Kleypas's writing is, as always, engaging and evocative, bringing the world of Victorian England to life in vivid detail. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the romance between Daisy and Matthew is both passionate and tender. Overall, "Scandal in Spring" is a satisfying conclusion to the Wallflowers series, offering a delightful blend of romance, drama, and historical detail. Fans of historical romance will not be disappointed...
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