Praise for Mimi Matthews

“Shiveringly gothic. . . . Watching Julia blossom away from prying eyes is almost as satisfying as seeing Jasper Blunt pine for her from nearly the first page. . . . For best effect, save this one for a windy night when trees scrape against the windowpanes.” — The New York Times Book Review

“Mimi Matthews never disappoints, with richly drawn characters and couples whose individual shortcomings become strengths when paired together.” — #1 New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult

“Mimi Matthews has become one of my favorite authors. She never disappoints.!” — Mary Balogh, New York Times bestselling author

“No one writes Victorian romance like Mimi Matthews!” — Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author

“Mimi is truly a national treasure. All of her books are filled with such delicious chemistry and heart, and her writing is superb. This one is another winner. Highly recommend.” — #1 New York Times bestselling author Isabel Ibañez

“Thrilling, poignant, and romantic . . . Mimi Matthews’s evocative prose carries readers on an unforgettable adventure through London’s bustling streets and elegant drawing rooms.” — Chanel Cleeton, New York Times bestselling author

“Rules for Ruin is the ultimate cat-and-mouse romance with witty banter, sizzling attraction, and twists of excitement – a perfect first installment to kick off Mimi Matthews’s new Crinoline Academy series.” — Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author

“What I love about Mimi Matthews is that in the crowded field of historical romance, she always finds new and interesting slants for her plots and characters. That, along with her wonderful writing and meticulous research, makes every book she puts out a rare treat to enjoy and savor. Highly recommended!” — New York Times bestselling author Kate Pearce

“I love the worlds Mimi Matthews creates and never want to leave them.” — New York Times bestselling author Jane Porter

“An exquisite historical romance that is so captivating I had to force myself not to gallop through it at a breakneck speed, wanting to savor the author’s obvious care and delicate attention to detail…A must read for lovers of historical fiction.” — Meg Tilly, Golden Globe-winning and Academy Award-nominated actress and author

“Mimi Matthews just doesn’t miss.” — Evie Dunmore, USA Today bestselling author

“There are few things more satisfying than curling up with a Mimi Matthews’ novel.” — Stephanie Barron, author of The Jane Austen Mysteries

“I’ve long been a devoted fan of Mimi Matthews. . . Her command of historical detail is faultless.” — International bestselling author Jennifer Robson

“This story unfolds like a rose blooming, growing more and more beautiful as each delicate layer is revealed. A tender, luminous romance. I loved it more and more with every chapter!” — USA Today bestselling author Caroline Linden

“The best book I’ve read in a long time: gorgeously written, thoughtfully considered, swoonily romantic, and unafraid to examine issues of class, race, and gender.” — National bestselling author Olivia Dade

“Matthews is simply one of the best historical romance writers working today.” —BookPage, starred review

“It is truly a wonder how Matthews can consistently craft fresh romances featuring unique, multidimensional characters who face huge obstacles to their relationships.” —Booklist, starred review

“To say Mimi Matthews is a master of historical romance would be an understatement.” —Culturess

“A masterclass in using fashion history to build character.” —Book Riot

“A simple gesture in Matthews’ prose evokes the same level of intense emotion as a more explicitly described bedroom scene.” —Writer’s Digest