Author: Karen Erickson
Series: The Merry Widows #3
Publisher: Carina Press
Publication Date: July 30, 2012
Source: NetGalley
Links: Goodreads | Amazon
Synopsis:
From the moment Daphne, Lady Pomeroy, meets the mysterious Marquess of Hartwell at a masquerade ball, she’s determined to seduce him. The handsome, charming man cannot possibly be the cold, calculating lord who Society calls “Black Hart.” Risking everything, the lonely widow invites the elusive Hartwell to her dinner party . . . for two.
Hartwell’s arrogant reputation is built on a lie. For he has a shameful secret that keeps him in the shadows: a stutter—his downfall since childhood. He’d rather keep his mouth shut than look the fool. But he’s shocked to discover that in Daphne’s company—and in her bed—his stutter vanishes.
After one wanton evening together, Daphne is hurt when the lord lives up to his Black Hart name. Yet his reasons for leaving surprise even him. Now he must confess everything or risk losing Daphne forever…
Review:
I didn’t realize how short this was when I first requested it, but for a novella (80 pages), it’s a really enjoyable read. It had all the elements I enjoy in a historical/regency romance: a daring heroine, a titled lord, and endless rounds of ballrooms and dancing and the gossipy ton.
Considering how short it is, the connection between Daphne and Hartwell’s is pretty believable. I love how daring Daphne is. Since Hartwell is kind of shy, she had to be the one to make the first move. Seeing her chasing after Hartwell was really entertaining. As for Hartwell, the reason for his shyness wasn’t very believable to me, but probably because I’m not accustomed to society’s expectations at that time period. It kind of makes sense that if his stutter was widely known, then the ton could be pretty harsh about it. Since he’s shy in that way, he just wasn’t the kind of historical romance hero I’m used to – the super dominant men who could care less what society thought of them.
The sex scenes were pretty hot! For someone so shy, Hartwell sure knows how to pleasure a woman! But I don’t really think it should be considered erotica, since I’ve read similar sex scenes in other romances.
A Scandalous Affair is worth it if you’re looking for something short and sweet in the historical romance genre!
Rating: 3.5/5 stars
*Thanks to Carina Press for providing a review copy. All opinions expressed are my own and I was not compensated for my review.
Synopsis:
From the moment Daphne, Lady Pomeroy, meets the mysterious Marquess of Hartwell at a masquerade ball, she’s determined to seduce him. The handsome, charming man cannot possibly be the cold, calculating lord who Society calls “Black Hart.” Risking everything, the lonely widow invites the elusive Hartwell to her dinner party . . . for two.
Hartwell’s arrogant reputation is built on a lie. For he has a shameful secret that keeps him in the shadows: a stutter—his downfall since childhood. He’d rather keep his mouth shut than look the fool. But he’s shocked to discover that in Daphne’s company—and in her bed—his stutter vanishes.
After one wanton evening together, Daphne is hurt when the lord lives up to his Black Hart name. Yet his reasons for leaving surprise even him. Now he must confess everything or risk losing Daphne forever…
Review:
I didn’t realize how short this was when I first requested it, but for a novella (80 pages), it’s a really enjoyable read. It had all the elements I enjoy in a historical/regency romance: a daring heroine, a titled lord, and endless rounds of ballrooms and dancing and the gossipy ton.
Considering how short it is, the connection between Daphne and Hartwell’s is pretty believable. I love how daring Daphne is. Since Hartwell is kind of shy, she had to be the one to make the first move. Seeing her chasing after Hartwell was really entertaining. As for Hartwell, the reason for his shyness wasn’t very believable to me, but probably because I’m not accustomed to society’s expectations at that time period. It kind of makes sense that if his stutter was widely known, then the ton could be pretty harsh about it. Since he’s shy in that way, he just wasn’t the kind of historical romance hero I’m used to – the super dominant men who could care less what society thought of them.
The sex scenes were pretty hot! For someone so shy, Hartwell sure knows how to pleasure a woman! But I don’t really think it should be considered erotica, since I’ve read similar sex scenes in other romances.
A Scandalous Affair is worth it if you’re looking for something short and sweet in the historical romance genre!
Rating: 3.5/5 stars
*Thanks to Carina Press for providing a review copy. All opinions expressed are my own and I was not compensated for my review.
5 comments:
Mmmm, this sounds like a quick read I would enjoy. Must go troll Netgalley now. Nice review!
haha yes do get it from NetGalley! It's short and fun!
Hhmm, a stutter huh ;D Lol This one really sounds interesting *adds to MUST READ list* And I like that's it's a short read, I could probably squeeze it in between all my other books whooop! xD I don't mind the same sex as other novellas, as long as it's nice and HOT xD lmao! Great review Ning! Its def on my radar now ;)
Neyra-
yay! most books to read. U'll finish this one in less than a hour probably. I was really happy it's short, but even if it was longer I'd have enjoyed it I think
xD I know, I have a problem when it comes to adding books to my tbr! lol. but if it's in under an hour, i'll definitely squeeze this one in :P And that's a good sign then, that you enjoyed and would have if it were longer, means I just might too :D
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