2.5 stars 
 The first half of the book was a solid 5 star. It had all the elements we love in Julia Quinn's books... The humor, the family, the romance. I was laughing and really enjoying the characters, the courtship and the interactions. I specially enjoyed the children's performance. I couldn't get enough of them. 
 We all knew Richard was hiding a big secret but when it was finally revealed, I felt nauseous. I couldn't believe he had the audacity of wanting to sacrifice the happiness of another human being to cover his selfish sister's mistake. At that moment everything started falling a part. I didn't care at all for Fleur and every ounce of respect I had for Richard vanished in thin air. I no longer believed in the romance or their future. I felt Iris had no other choice but to make the best of the situation but I believe if she could, she would walk away.