Revenge Among The Bright Young Things: Lauren Willig's "The Other Daughter"

How great is this cover?!?!?

    Lauren Willig is probably my favorite author. I reread the first few Pink Carnation books every year, and they always take me to my happy place. Willig's books are always delightful, and her latest book,"The Other Daughter," is her most compelling stand alone to date.
    Set in the 1920's, governess Rachel Woodley discovers her deceased father is not only alive but also an earl. Rachel decides to infiltrate the world of the Bright Young Things, with the help of Simon Montfort, a gossip columnist with his own questionable motives. "The Other Daughter" is wonderfully atmospherice, and easily transports you to the world of the 1920's filled with nightclubs, cocktails, and cigarettes or "gaspers." 
    Since I am such a massive fan of Willig's Pink Carnation series, I was desperately excited to read this book. I brought it on vacation with me, and happily devoured it on the beach with the sound of waves in the background. found it to be the perfect beach read. 
It's a completely charming read. Rachel, the heroine, is likable and relatable, and Simon is certainly swoon worthy. Willig has written that Simon was influenced by Benedict Cumberbatch. 

It's become a bit of a thing among her fans.   

    My only (small) complaint is that I wish the book was a little longer, I think it would have helped some plots (especially the romance) develop more. But overall it's a winsome and wonderful read, prefect for curling up and reading with a cup of tea. Lauren Willig never lets me down.