Theory of Magic: Unexpected Magic Book Three: 3

Patricia Rice weaves magical love stories - Mary Jo Putney NY Times Bestselling Author Discover the third book in NY Times bestseller Patricia Rices Unexpected Magic historical romance series! Scorned by suitors for her statuesque size Harriet Stansbury bolts when her abusive stepfather begins negotiating with impecunious aristocrats to sell her for her dowry. When opportunity offers she daringly takes a position in an eccentric household until she can claim her fortune.Once a dashing rakehell Duncan Ives Marquess of Ashford lost his eyesight in a murderous assault. Abandoned by his fiancée unable to ride the vast fields of his estate he vents his frustration on political reform. On impulse he hires the intriguing smoky-voiced Harriet even though he knows shes lying-like him-with almost every word she speaks.At first Harriet is a godsend oddly anticipating what he needs and abating his worst rages. But when her stepfather accuses Duncan of ruining her the scandal threatens everything hes salvaged from the wreckage of his life. For the sake of his country Duncan agrees to marriage. With her secret gift of empathy Harriet isnt so certain. Shes falling in love with the impossible marquess but dare she risk her wounded heart for a man who cant love her? And can Duncan learn to trust a woman whose voluptuous curves paralyze his good sense but who is far more than she seems?Known for her masterful talent for writing whimsy humor and mayhem Rice gives the reader a delightful romantic adventure in . . . her Unexpected Magic series--Joan Hammond RT Reviews 4 1/2 stars