I received an advanced readers copy in exchange for an honest review

No spark, no sizzle, no conflict

Thank you Netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Lady Augusta is a woman determined to lead her own destiny and pursue her education in Italy. True to the times, her parents are opposed to the idea and want her to complete her season and find a suitable husband. She meets Lord Phineas and they share common interest as well as a need to discover and explore their intellectual interests. I liked that Augusta stayed determined to pursue her studies in spite her attraction to Phineas. I found it amusing that he was in the same boat but couldn't let her go so easily.
While slow to pick up it was a nice read.