Beatrice Lacey, as strong-minded as she is beautiful, refuses to conform to the social customs of her time. Destined to lose her family name and beloved Wideacre estate once she is wed, Beatrice will use any means necessary to protect her ancestral heritage. Seduction, betrayal, even murder -- Beatrice's passion is without apology or conscience. "She is a Lacey of Wideacre," her father warns, "and whatever she does, however she behaves, will always be fitting." Yet even as Beatrice's scheming seems about to yield her dream, she is haunted by the one living person who knows the extent of her plans...and her capacity for evil.

Sumptuously set in Georgian England, Wideacre is intensely gripping, rich in texture, and full of color and authenticity. It is a saga as irresistible in its singular magic as its heroine.

Overall, I highly enjoyed this book. At first, I really liked Beatrice but quickly did not like her. I struggled with her choices, especially her lover/the father of her children and the steps she took to change the inheritance of Wideacre. With that said, I could not put this book down. It may be 648 pages, but did not feel that way at all. It was well written.

Off as a RABCK. Hope you enjoy this trilogy as much as I did!

Excited about reading this one.