: Critics at The StoryGraph note that parts of the book (written in the 90s) include dated tropes like fatphobia and an unnecessary conflict regarding the heroine's age. Band Review: The Lion's Daughter (Sludge/Progressive Metal)
: The "mismatched pair" dynamic between the fiery Esme and the debauched Varian is a major draw. Weaknesses : The Lion's Daughter
: Reviewers from The Books Smugglers and The StoryGraph highlight the exotic Albanian setting as a refreshing departure from typical London-set Regencies. : Critics at The StoryGraph note that parts
First published in 1992, this is the first book in the acclaimed Scoundrels series. It is often praised for its unique setting and strong, unconventional heroine. The Lion's Daughter