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To Tempt a Rogue (Zebra Historical Romance) [Mass Market Paperback]

Adrienne Basso (Author)

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  • Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Kensington Books (18 Nov 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 082177624X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0821776247
  • Product Dimensions: 17 x 10.6 x 3.2 cm
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,325,939 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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A pillar of decorum and decency, Harriet Sainthill suddenly finds herself the object of scandal when her cad of a fiance jilts her. Ever practical, she accepts a position as a governess to a wealthy Scottish merchant, determined to escape London and the gossip of the town. Her hopes for a quiet new life are dashed when she arrives at the dark, desolate castle in the wilds of Scotland and meets her mysterious new employer - a darkly handsome man Harriet finds both intimidating and intriguing. Powerful, implacable, and infuriatingly secretive, "Mr. Wainwright" is no Scottish merchant, but rather a runaway English lord. Once a rake who savored the indolent life of a reckless nobleman, Nathaniel Bennett must now protect three orphaned children and his own legacy from a conniving relative. And while the distraction of a sharp-tongued governess is the last thing he needs, he can think of little else but sweeping her into his arms...and of to his bed.

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Amazon.com: 3.8 out of 5 stars  4 reviews
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Delightful Surprise 19 July 2004
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I am an avid reader of mystery and romance novels and am always looking for something "a little different" when it comes to plot and characters. This was the first book I have read by this author (it was given to me by a friend who is a fan of Ms. Basso's) and I thought it was wonderful!

Her descriptions evoked all sorts of images and emotions - I got a vivid sense of the characters, the time, the place. There was an almost gothic feel to most of the book and I found that to be a refreshing change from the usual Regency fare.

Unlike one reviewer who mentioned that she does not have any children, I have children (and grandchildren) and I thought the three little ones added a great deal to the story and mood of this book. They were a key element to the plot without taking it over and acted like real kids - they also provided some humor and fun.

The romantic tension and sexual chemistry between Harriet and Nathaniel was HOT! I was happy that the author took the time to build a solid relationship and friendship between the two of them before they jumped into bed because I rarely enjoy a story that has the hero and heroine between the sheets in the first chapter.

The book started off slowly as the characters were introduced and the mood was set, but the tension built with each chapter and that kept me turning those pages, anxious to see how it all turned out.

I rated this book 5 stars because I felt it was terrific and I look forward to reading more books by this talented author.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Read 19 Jun 2006
By Lady of leisure - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Mass Market Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Harriet was jilted by her fiance and wishes to avoid the ton by settling to become a governess (Because she is the daughter of a viscount, this is a little bit too far fetched anyway the hopeless romantic that I am I didn't stop reading)

Nathaniel needs a governess for his three young charges who he has Kidnapped from his uncle, because he is concerned his greedy uncle who is their temporary guardian will mismanage their inheritance. Although he can fight his uncle in court over his nieces and nephew's guardianship, he sees it a lost course because not only is his uncle greedy, he is very corrupt as well. In kidnapping them he hope to find a solution soon but in the meantime he is giving them all the love they deserve but never recived from their evil granduncle

The twist to the story is that Nathaniel doesn't know Harriet's true identity and vice versa. So she nearly because of her stubbonness puts her charges in danger.

The story is an excellent read, a little bit dark for a good read nonetheless.

I was not disappointed.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Escape to Romance--in a remote Scottish castle! 18 July 2004
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Harriet Sainthill is somewhat embarrassed (and gravely disappointed) upon being jilted. However, having no wish to be the talk of the ton, Harriet decides to remove herself from the melee for a while, and decides to try a post as a governess, which will enable her to relocate to Scotland for a while. Yet Harriet does not know that Mr. Wainwright, her new employer, is, in reality, Lord Nathaniel Bennett--who due to his brother's and sister-in-law's untimely deaths--must try to keep their children safe. Will he succeed? Can Harriet resist the reformed rake? Will righteousness prevail over nefariousness? Read the book and find out--and enjoy the sumptuous Scottish setting!
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