“Kate is an admirable heroine: capable, yet caring; talented, yet honest about her own flaws. Her experiences, past and current, reveal the vulnerable situation of actresses in a world of male privilege during the Regency era, and her determination to prove her worth in the face of adversity is truly heroic. Recommended.” - Historical Novel Society on His Secret Mistress
"With the latest exemplary addition to her Logical Man’s Guide to Dangerous Women series, Maxwell (His Secret Mistress, 2020) delivers a fabulously fun battle of the sexes that brilliantly showcases her flair for hilarious yet heartfelt storytelling and insightful characterization." - Booklist
“I love Cathy Maxwell!” - Julia Quinn
“A painful misunderstanding comes to light in this delightful Regency series launch from Maxwell....the couple’s verbal sparring and well-matched wits hide their deep emotional vulnerability and make for electric chemistry. Readers will find it easy to root for their happy reunion.” - Publishers Weekly on His Secret Mistress
“Deliciously sweet...Kate is a beautifully crafted character...the scenes involving the villagers of Maidenshop sparkle with wit and insight...a quaintly charming world.” - Kirkus Reviews on His Secret Mistress
“[A] brave heroine whom readers will root for in love and life in this first book of a new series.... Readers looking for an unconventional Regency romance should give this a try.” - Library Journal on His Secret Mistress