If He's Daring

by Hannah Howell

[Nadz@Totally Addicted to Reading]

After completing this novel, I had only one question. ‘ Why did it take me so long to read Hannah Howell’s work?” I had heard about her from a few of my friends, but I was a bit reluctant to take the chance and read her work. A few persons who know me would think this strange as I am generally the type of person who likes to be introduced to new authors. Anyway to cut a long story short, the opportunity arose for me to take the leap and read her work, thanks to Netgalley and Tasty Book Tours.
At first I was worried that I would not be able to follow the story, seeing that it is the sixth book in the Wherlocke series. Well, my fears were for naught as If He’s Daring can be read as a stand alone.
This is an entertaining read that will grab your attention from the first page. It pulls you in and have you hanging on to every word until the very end. One can’t help feeling as if they are a part of the adventure to recover Catryn’s son.
The characters are endearing and likeable. My favourite is Giles. He was abandoned by his mom due to the fact that he had abilities which she found strange and could not handle. He was recently discovered by his father, Sir Orion Wherlocke. Giles spent the past eight years of his life on the streets. His experience on the streets coupled with his ability to read peoples emotions has made him a very smart for his years.
The romance between Catryn and Orion was well developed. It was not rushed and it is believable. It was clear to see that their feelings for each other were genuine. Relating to Catryn is easy. Here we have a widow and a mother who is willing to do anything to save her child from the clutches of his greedy uncle. She was in a loveless marriage and the only good thing to come from it was her son Alwyn.
If He’s Daring is an endearing story of love that will keep you on the edge of your seat and have you guessing at every page turn. I enjoyed this story and I am compelled and eager to read the previous books in the series.

If you love historical romance that is filled with adventure and has a supernatural twist, then you need to get a copy of If He’s Daring.