'Not So Innocent' by Laura Lee Guhrke is a late Victorian mystery romance novel that follows the story of Sophie Haversham, a lady of quality plagued with visions, and Mick Dunbar, a Scotland Yard inspector. When Sophie sees a man dead in her vision, she seeks help from Mick to prevent the tragedy. However, Mick is initially skeptical, leading to a series of events where they are drawn into an affair while trying to unravel the mysteries surrounding them. The book features a mix of romance, mystery, and historical elements, set in the late 1800s, and is filled with delightful characters and a poignant storyline.
The writing style of Laura Lee Guhrke in 'Not So Innocent' is described as engaging, with a good balance between the mystery and romance elements. The characters, particularly Sophie and Mick, are praised for their chemistry and the way Guhrke brings the end of the 1800s to life. Despite some formatting and proofreading issues in certain editions, the book is lauded for its entertaining plot, strong characters, and satisfactory build-up of romance.
From The Publisher:
In this wonderfully captivating and sensual page-turner from award-winner Laura Lee Guhrke, a woman who foresees a crime and tries to prevent it finds white-hot passion with a sexy, skeptical Scotland Yard inspector.
Sophie Haversham would give anything not to have the gift of foresight. After all, her talent has already cost her one fianc . And reporting a crime that hasn't happened yet is no easy task - especially when the future victim turns out to be the tough, devastatingly attractive policeman handling the case.
Inspector Mick Dunbar doesn't believe in visions, and he's convinced that Sophie is actually shielding a would-be murderer. Only when Sophie's life is in danger does Mick realize he has fallen in love with this beautiful, courageous woman who can see into his very mind and heart - but will the knowledge come too late to save her?
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