Series:
Lyon's Den (Book 51)
Do you want to know why Mrs. Dove-Lyon devoted her life
to making love matches? Had love’s first choice been hers, the Black Widow
wouldn’t exist today. Haunted by specters from her past, can she spin a safety
net for impossible love?
Step into Harley Street’s world of medical miracles,
where Dr. Phil Rosen excels in surgery but struggles to mend his broken heart.
Could the Black Widow lead a brave nurse to his rescue?
Meet Nurse Shira, a woman of courage who dared to defy
societal norms by choosing a career over reputation. Her journey leads her to
the bustling clinic on Harley Street, where destiny intertwines her path with
the dashing surgeon who saved her friend’s life. In his presence, she discovers
that her passion for medicine has guided her straight into the arms of love.
In a story where the lines mustn’t be crossed between a
surgeon and his nurse, Mrs. Dove-Lyon teaches a lesson on embracing taboos to
find love. Join the story that unveils the drive of London’s most notorious
matchmaker and witness the love match she forges like no other.
Intriguing story. Dr. Phil Rosen is a Jewish surgeon who
leaves Vienna for London to pursue his career in a less restrictive
environment. He is also fleeing his mother's and grandmother's attempts to find
him a wife.
Shira also leaves her small community to pursue her
calling as a nurse. The rules there are far more rigid, and a friend's offer of
employment promises greater flexibility. The only thing that has Shira
concerned is the potential for her reputation to be ruined. But when she thinks
about it, she feels her nursing is more important, and she gives up any dream
of being a wife and mother.
The first meeting between Phil and Shira is intense, as
they treat an emergency at their friends' office. Their professional connection
and teamwork are immediate and undeniable. I loved how quickly Phil recognized
and respected Shira's ability, something she had not experienced before. As
they work closely together, feelings develop, but neither is willing to cross
that line. I ached for both, as neither could see a way for them to be
together.
The patient that Phil and Shira helped on that first day
was none other than Mrs. Dove-Lyon. There is an unexpected link between her and
Phil. This look into her past explains how she got into matchmaking. A
conversation between Bessie and Phil reveals how family history has influenced
Phil's views on love and marriage. Bessie is also interested in Shira, who is
less than pleased by the matchmaker's attention. As always, the notorious Black
Widow has a plan, and her machinations ensure Phil and Shira spend plenty of
time together. Her method of bringing them together was unique, effective, and
emotional. The epilogue was excellent, with a twist at the end that surprised
me.
I enjoyed the look into Jewish traditions and their
effects on Phil and Shira. They are proud of their heritage but frequently
frustrated by the rules that hold them back. I was also intrigued by the
medical aspects, especially regarding Ada's labor and delivery.
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