![]() ![]() Henry is working as a P.I., and Georgie's brother hires him to investigate threats being made against her as she moves to expand her business. ![]() I wish we saw more of this in a genre where wealthy philanthropists often get fanfare over doing the bare minimum. The story notes that she doesn't deserve applause for basic human decency, but it still stands out as a worthy effort in a world where few make one. Since Georgie was freed from her late husband's grasp, she has taken over a textile factory with the aim of listening to and respecting her workers, not least of which includes improved wages and childcare. The romance is a second chance for widow Viscountess Georgiana Fox and retired naval intelligence officer Captain Henry Harris. Also, while we have a straight, white couple at the helm, we do have significant side characters who are people of color and a casually sapphic couple. How I love when historical romances manage to stay relevant and thoughtful about the societies they portray. She also takes well-aimed shots at the British Empire and the nasty mindset behind colonialism throughout the story. ![]() But of course, I expect nothing less from Emily Sullivan. ![]() Early on in The Hellion and the Hero, readers are treated to some anti-police and pro-workers' rights vibes (particularly for women working in factories), so it's off to a great start. ![]()
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