This book is filled with adventure, intrigue and suspense. I adore the heroine’s character but didn’t like the hero’s character. He didn’t want to marry the heroine based on her background and then once he realized what her heritage is, he changed his mind and decided that he wants to marry her and will make it happen against all odds. I wish he would have fought for her without knowing who she was. The chemistry between both of them sizzles but I came away a little disappointed by this book from one of my favorite authors.

* I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher for an honest review*

The Sinful Suitors series makes for some awesome reading. The latest book in the series, The Secret of Flirting, tells the story of Baron Fulkham, a spymaster and the actress Monique Servais. As the characters develop, secrets unfold... leading to a passionate romance. The tale is yet another great read from Sabrina Jeffries.

Pretty good! Not couldn't put it down, but definitely wanted to finish. I mostly appreciate that while we knew Monique was decidedly french, that her speech wasn't written with a frech accent. I find that so distracting. Other than that, a pleasant read and likable characters.

The Secret of Flirting by Sabrina Jeffries is the fifth book in the Sinful Suitors series. To me, she is one of the best historical romance writers currently publishing. I enjoy her books and find the characters interesting and quirky. Having said all that, this particular novel might not be my favorite. I think because I did not really like Baron Fulkham, however that did not stop me from reading the book and being hopeful for a “proper ending”

This novel is set up with an actress portraying a princess. Monique Servais has been offered a solution to her growing problem of her grandmother’s dementia. If she would but act like Princess Anne of Chanay during a difficult negotiations then her grandmother would be taken care of for life.

What would be the problem since Princess Anne of Chanay is pretty reclusive? The problem would be the Baron Fulkham recognized her from a performance he saw years ago. He could never forget her. So the spymaster is curious as to what is happening? This starts the stories twists and turns.

The Secret of Flirting by Sabrina Jeffries was a good read.

What can I say, everything' S.J. writes is captivating! Another awesome story in a fantastic series.

I very much enjoyed this book and the opportunity to finally hear Fulkham’s story. I love romances with a spy storyline, so this one certainly checked that box for me, and Monique is a great heroine. I'm hoping we get a novella with her uncle and Fulkham’s mother! :)

Very different historical romance plot with an interesting twist. Loved the characters and the story line was awesome. Love this series and can't wait for the next book.

My interest was peaked when I read the description of, The Secret of Flirting. The book was even better than I expected. I was left guessing about so many things right up to the ending.

Sabrina Jeffries is a dependable author, all her books have an H and h you can love, with delightful romance with a happy ending. Sometimes that’s all I need or want. This was no exception, and there’s a bonus history lesson on the country of Belgium, though not without some artistic license. A lively and interesting story with a bonus romance of an older couple. A quick easy read.

The Secret of Flirting (Sinful Suitors, #5)
by Sabrina Jeffries
This was a tough one to review for me. I absolutely adore this author, but find this was not my favorite of all I have read.
Having the above said..... it was a good read! I found the book with mystery, passion, intrigue and danger riveting in places. In others I was not so impressed. I like her characters but felt perhaps the time jump of 3 years was done in a not so great way. Even with the parts I disagreed with, this author is so talented that she made it all work. I absolutely love her style of writing and the freshness of her stories. Some with witty wonderful moments, heart touching moments, suspense, passion and romance. Others that just enthrall you from beginning to end! So buy the book and enjoy . It is a good read. I was given this book in return for an honest review. Anna Swedenmom

4 Stars!! Such a great book! I really enjoyed reading this book & it can be read as a standalone- I understood all of it & this is the first book in this series that I’ve read! I definitely recommend this book! It’s got mystery, romance, danger, intrigue, a few sexy scenes & it’s just a really great read!!
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own!*

Ms. Jeffries never fails to deliver an excellent historical romance. Simply perfect.

One of the toughest things about reviewing an author you've read for years and adore is you start rating her against herself.

I'm a big Jeffries fan. She brings clever, witty dialogue, fast paced plots, beautiful historical details all to fun stories of heroes and heroines I love.

And so, this is a hard book to review. I'm putting it at 3.5 bc if this were a new author it would be a solid 4, but Ms. Jeffries up against some of my favorite Ms. Jeffries puts ... well, it's not my favorite.

Of course, the Lindt with milk chocolate isn't my favorite next to the Lindt with hazelnut... but I love them both.

So, what makes this a 3.5 for me?

I loved the open.

I loved everything after about 30%.

I did not love the point where we jump forward 3 years. I felt lost as we took an emotional hit and then I didn't get to see what it was. It felt like a step backward and I also felt like I needed to readjust to the characters I'd just met.

This is (typically) not my favorite storytelling format, so there is that. BUT the history between the two characters is thinner than most jumps so it was an odd halt-go for me.

Would I recommend this? ABSOLUTELY - once I got back into the story I loved it. It was also great to revisit some old favorites and see Hart set up for a big romantic fall.

While I had a little trouble getting into this book, overall it’s a quick read even though it’s over 400 pages. There’s a lot more action and suspense then I thought there’d be, which I enjoyed. And of course a romance at the heart of it all.

It is universally accepted that Sabrina Jeffries’ writing is like comfort food – warm, delightful and makes you forget the pile of flaming garbage that 2017 has brought on us, even if it’s only for a snowy afternoon. Her characters always sparkle off the page, the plot is easy flowing and the dialogue is sparking and witty. Honestly, I needed this book right now, much more that the published needs my review, so trust me – get a copy as soon as this becomes available and escape to regency England (and a little bit of France) for a few hours, it’s a lovely experience, as usual. Recommend!

A flirty and fun romance between an actress playing a real life potential ruler of Belgium and the London political who recognizes her. The mystery of the assassination attempts on the princess get a bit convoluted.Otherwise, the characters and dialogue are both well drawn. A satisfying epilogue completes the whole package. This is the first romance by this author that I have read but it won't be the last.

Copy provided by the Publisher

This is Monique and Gregory’s story. She is an actress who is part of the royal family of Chinay. Her family was disowned because her grandmother married an actor. She is needed to impersonate her cousin who is the princess because her cousin is ill. He is the undersecretary for the British government. He knows who she really is. There are many intrigues. He needs to protect her from getting killed. They fall in love. She thinks he can’t marry her because she is an actress. He turns it around. He will make her his wife. The story was very exciting.