Window dressing grabs the attention but does not a story make. My Scandalous Duke has shock value, Ms. Romain thrives on attention grabbing presention. However, behind all that lipstick and mascara lies an organic story of beauty and sacrifice. Peel away the camouflage and a deeply moving love story reveals itself. Eleanor yearns to be loved, Nicholas wants only her happiness. Within the depths of their relationships lies the answer to their problems. Will they risk it? Theresa Romain delivers a meat and potatoes (THE REAL DEAL) performance here.
