London Heiress kidnapped by the Marquess of Ashlund, read the headlines. Yet no one tried to save her.
Phoebe
Wallington was seven years old when a mass assassination attempt rocked
Regency England. Her father was the only accused traitor to elude
capture. Now as a grown woman and a British spy, she is no closer to
learning what really happened that day.
Phoebe’s
quest for the truth takes a sudden turn when she’s kidnapped by a
suspected traitor.ButKiernan MacGregor, the Marquess of Ashlund, may not
live long enough to stand trial. Someone wants him dead. And Phoebe
stands in the killer’s way.
AUTHOR Tarah Scott
Award
winning author Tarah Scott cut her teeth on authors such as Georgette
Heyer, Zane Grey, and Amanda Quick. Her favorite book is a Tale of Two
Cities, with Gone With the Wind as a close second. She writes modern
classical romance, and paranormal and romantic suspense. Tarah grew up
in Texas and currently resides in Westchester County, New York with her
daughter.
LINKS:
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http://www.tarahscott.com/
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@TarahScott
EXCERPT:
“Forgive
me for laughing,” he said.
“I can
forgive the mistaken identity—as inconvenient as it is—but tying me up goes
beyond the pale.”
“I'm
pleased to have your forgiveness, regardless of the reason.”
“When
this escapade is finished, you will find yourself at a disadvantage.”
“Heddy,”
he said with resignation, “I find myself at a disadvantage now.”
She
gave him a dry look. “I doubt that. When do you plan on sending word to the
authorities of the murder plot against the duchess—or have you already done so?”
“No
need to concern yourself with that.”
"But—my
God, you don't intend to report them. You will stand idly by while a murder is
planned and executed?”
“What
is one murder in exchange for fifteen thousand?" he replied. "Or do
fifteen thousand Highlanders hold less value to you than a single noblewoman?”
He paused. "Perhaps, the gratitude of the duchess' male relatives
interests you more?”
Phoebe
shot to her feet. “Even Heddy wouldn't lower herself to such debased actions.”
“Lower
herself?” Kiernan laughed, although the sound held none of his characteristic
humor. “Heddy, I have seen—”
“By
heavens," she burst out. "I am not Heddy.”
“No?”
he murmured. When she gave a frustrated growl, he rose. “Well then—" He
yanked her against him.
His
mouth crashed down on hers and she froze. One arm slipped around her waist
while the other cupped her neck. She gasped, but he hugged her closer. His
tongue invaded her mouth, the taste of him, shocking and intoxicating. His arm tightened, but the kiss, the thrust of
his tongue, softened to a feathery touch. He shuddered, and her heart leapt
into a furious rhythm.
His
mouth moved slowly against her lips. She became aware of the hard bulge
pressing against her abdomen and clutched at his shoulders. Heat streaked from
the unexpected throb in her breasts to her stomach, then lower. He abruptly
tore his mouth from hers and buried his face in her neck. Phoebe swayed. His
low laugh washed warm across her ear and she shivered.
“You
temptress,” he breathed. “I understand what Regan sees in you.”
“Just
because I borrowed Heddy's coach doesn't mean I am her,” she said through a
gulp of air.
Kiernan
straightened away from her and stared down at her, eyes intense. “I wonder if
Regan would believe me if I swore I didn’t know you're his lover." His
gaze slid down her body, and she couldn't find the will to turn away as his
eyes lifted again to her face. "You make testing the theory tempting. In
fact—"
His
fingers tightened on her arms and she realized he intended to test the theory that instant.
From My Perspective:
Quick, someone bring me a bowl of flour to submerge my hands into....This book is Hot!
This book really was amazing in my opinion. From the very beginning I loved the characters of Phoebe Wallington and that of her abductor, Kiernan MacGregor! These two strong and independent thinkers, each with their own agenda, unfold a story of fiery romance, political treachery, and non stop adventure. Phoebe's quest to find the truth about her father, draws her to actions that place her in grave danger which thoroughly aggravates the bigger than life man who loves her. They are surrounded by a multitude of characters who love them and by others who seek to destroy them. It is a well researched period piece, a well thought out plot and a story told with depth and perception, as well as unbelievable passion. I loved every exciting moment while reading! I might also add,this should be a read for those over age 18 due to the steamy sexual content.
I give this read 5 blushing WINKS!!!!!
5 X
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