: Some readers at THC Reviews and Portia Bridget found the first half slow or the political intrigue confusing.
: Critics at The StoryGraph note that parts of the book (written in the 90s) include dated tropes like fatphobia and an unnecessary conflict regarding the heroine's age. Band Review: The Lion's Daughter (Sludge/Progressive Metal)
: Reviewers from The Books Smugglers and The StoryGraph highlight the exotic Albanian setting as a refreshing departure from typical London-set Regencies.
First published in 1992, this is the first book in the acclaimed Scoundrels series. It is often praised for its unique setting and strong, unconventional heroine.