King of Swords Book Review

King of Swords (Kings of the Tarot Book 1)

By Anna Durbin

A fiercely independent spinster who desperately needs assistance . . . 

Lady Cassandra Gardner will inherit fifty thousand pounds when she turns thirty—and just in time. She has a special purpose for her money, one no man could understand. But when her brother the duke tries to cheat her out of her fortune, she has no choice but to accept the help of the man who shattered her heart years ago.

A gallant nobleman who can’t resist rescuing a damsel in distress . . . 

Lord William Poniard is looking for a wife, but the last woman he should consider marrying is his archenemy’s sister, the woman who hates him with a vengeance. Yet, when she is compromised by her brother’s nefarious scheme, he sees an opportunity not only to rescue the lady by marrying her but also to exact revenge on the duke for his past betrayal.

Will she accept his offer of help and at what cost?

Despite the long-standing animosity between Cassandra and William, sparks fly when their attraction to one another ignites into a passion neither saw coming. Will one night of rapture unite them or drive them apart? Can she forget past wounds and let him back into her heart? And can he convince her that she is the only woman he wants?

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MY REVIEW

Ever since she was a small girl, Lady Cassandra loved her brother Benthower’s best friend, Lord William. But as teens, Benthower and William severed their friendship over Belinda, whom Benthower later married. At that time, Cassandra overheard William declare to Benthower that she was ugly and homely. From that point on, all she felt for William was animosity. So much so in fact, that it was always entertaining for those around them every time they met. Headstrong Cassandra didn’t want to marry, but Benthower wanted her dowry for himself and sets her up to be compromised. To get around it, William recommends to Cassandra that they pretend to marry each other. Having no other choice, Cassandra agrees, which will set them on a course neither looks forward to.

I love historical, Victorian reads. The innocence, the betrayals, family ties, etc., give a feel that is unique from other stories. This one was no different. I was drawn in by Cassandra’s fierce personality. And her relationship with William was a perfect blend of love and hate. Although I was frustrated with both of them, I also was seeking revenge alongside them. I love the way the author incorporates the tarot cards into the story. I look forward to more stories in this series involving the cards. They bring such an interesting aspect to the story. 

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**The above opinions are 100% my own, whether I purchased the book or it was given to me to review.

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