The second sizzling novel in Cecilia Grant's evocative and powerfully emotional Blackshear Family series.
Cecilia Grant makes her home in the Pacific Northwest with her fellow-writer husband, two bookish children, and un-literary cat and dog.
A marvelous gem of a book...I loved it! - Mary Balogh, New York Times bestselling authorIf you read only one debut this year, this is the one to read! Incredibly sexy...surprisingly sweet. I loved A LADY AWAKENED! - Eloisa James, New York Times bestselling authorThis intriguing debut blends erotic themes into a plotline that has been used before, but never in this way. A desperate heroine, a wickedly sexy hero, an unexpected passion and strong storytelling along with compelling characterization mark Grant as one to watch - Romantic Times
Home from Waterloo and wracked with guilt over being unable to save one of his men, former lieutenant Will Blackshear is determined to do what he can for the man's young family. But for that, as well as a business venture, he needs funds fast, and gambling is one of his only means. When Lydia Slaughter, an acquaintance's mistress, beats Will at vingt-et-un with cardsharp skill, he becomes suspicious. The inevitable confrontation results in a bold bargain-Lydia, who is trying to win enough money to establish her independence, will teach Will about counting cards and Will shall be her accomplice as they work the gaming halls. It is a brilliant plan-until they start to care about each other and the landscape changes along with their options. VERDICT With exquisite prose, breathtaking sensuality, and stunning emotional insight, Grant spins a poignant, compelling story of two deeply troubled protagonists who need to come to terms with who they are, forgive themselves, and learn to love. A brilliant addition to the growing number of romances featuring uncommon characters, this story takes fans for a walk on the wilder side of Regency London and will have fans anxious for the next series installment, due out in 2013. Grant (A Lady Awakened) lives in Seattle. (c) Copyright 2012. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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