A lot has changed in the last four years for Sophie Tresilian. Sophie has gone from a naive young debutante living with her family in Cornwall to a celebrated opera singer. Sophie's musical talents have not only been toasted on two continents but have earned her a number of male admirers. One thing that hasn't changed, however, is Sophie's love for Robin Pendarvis. Once Sophie dreamed about a romantic future with Robin, but that dream shattered when a secret from his past was revealed. Now Robin is suddenly back in Sophie's life hoping that he can convince her to give him another chance, but can Sophie trust Robin not to break her heart again? Readers who miss the lush, sweeping romances of Judy Cuevas and Penelope Williamson will swoon with delight over Sherwood's lyrically descriptive writing style, richly nuanced characterization, and superb sense of pacing.--Charles, John Copyright 2010 Booklist

Devastated when Robin Pendarvis's past wrenches him from her life and crushes her romantic dreams, silver-voiced Sophie Tresilian gives up on love and immerses herself in her music. Now, four years later with her star on the rise, Sophie almost has it all-until Robin walks into one of her London performances and turns her world upside down. The past alternates with the present as tantalizing flashbacks bring fans up to speed in a compelling, deeply complex romance that becomes more tangled as it progresses. A self--possessed heroine and a hero determined to make things right prevail against formidable odds in this engaging story that is enhanced by an abundance of family and friends (some introduced in Waltz with a Stranger) and leaves room for the stories that are sure to come. VERDICT Moving, lyrically written, and superbly inventive, this late Victorian tale has a dash of mystery and more than one startling plot twist to put a refreshing spin on the typical tender reunion story. A delightful way to spend an afternoon. Sherwood lives in Southern California. (c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.