4 stars 
 This book is the first in the Essex sosters series. I liked it, but you definitely get a lot of "air time" with each sister as she sets up her series. I think we were at Chapter 5 before the hero Lucius makes an appearance, and chapter 11 before their second interaction - of course their second interaction was very signifcant. 
 It's written well enough that you are not bored. Both Tess and Lucious are unique likeable characters. She has a good head on her shoulder, good wit, and maturity. Lucious is reserved at first but grows out of his set ways. 
 I enjoyed this as my favorite of the series. 
 At a Glance 
 HEA (view spoiler)[Yes (hide spoiler)] 
 Love triangle (view spoiler)[No. Heroine is courted by another man for a short while. Nothing angsty (hide spoiler)] 
 Safety concerns (view spoiler)[None (hide spoiler)]