There were so many random scenes that didn't go anywhere. I know it sounds contradictory, but something wasn't right with the development of the story. I felt like everything was moving fast and unraveling quickly, but at the same time, I felt the urge to skim those parts. But the second half of the book was strange. The MMC's story arc was a little better and more consistent: he was this starchy duke who resented the pedestal his father and society had put him on, his scandalous relationship with the heroine slowly changed him (he did some stupid things, but that's okay), and in the end, he chose himself and love over his obsession with reputation. The heroine's actions and decisions didn't make sense to me, she was so inconsistent (and not about things you could expect her to be inconsistent about).
However, the character arcs were a bit awkward. Their relationship was more sensual and erotic rather than steamy, and it was well written. Instant attraction, forced proximity and a few erotic moments later they fell in love. The MMC made a deal with her to solve a possible murder. , and then decided to become a courtesan. The heroine had been let down by all the men in her life, got into a vulnerable position, was raped
Their individual stories leading up to their meeting and their characters were well introduced. I usually get bored when it takes three or more chapters for the MCs to meet, but this was an exception. This could have been a more positive review if the book hadn't faltered after the 50% mark.
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