Lady Elinor is searching for treasure ...
The intrepid Lady Elinor Tremaine is caught up in the Victorian fervor for exploring distant lands. Her travels throw her back in the company of an old friend-this time, far from the security of polite society.
And uncovering the secrets of her own heart ...
And uncovering the secrets of her own heart ...
Harry de Vaux, Viscount Tunbury, has loved Lady Elinor for as long as he can remember- but his family's sordid background put her completely out of his reach. Prowling through Etruscan ruins in Italy with Elinor is exquisite torture.
She is so close, and so forbidden...
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| Tuscany treats - Public Domain (link) |
Adventure is worthwhile in itself. - Amelia Earhart
Lady Elinor is bored with Victorian society. She can flirt with the dandies but she yearns for an adventure, one to share with childhood friend Harry de Vaux. He left just as she morphed into a young lady ... and he has returned as she is becoming a desirable woman.
Harry accompanied his school friend, Pip, home for the holidays, only to fall in love with Pip's family in general and his sister in specific. They welcome into their hearth and hearts ... but gave him the space to find his way. When he returns to London from his latest adventure, he is welcomed back to the Tremaine family ... and asked to accompany them to Italy. Since he owes them for his sanity, Harry agrees, knowing it will be difficult to keep his eyes (and hands) off Lady Elinor.
As the extended family travel to Italy, Elinor and Harry begin to acknowledge their growing attraction. Upon arrival in Italy, the entire family throws themselves into the local culture while exploring the Etruscan ruins. I don't want to giveaway too much of the plot, but I appreciate that the Marek allows hero and heroine to enjoy their romance. Likewise, Marek treats the readers to the lush landscape of Italy with a light history lesson in its struggle to unite as a republic. Marek hits the mark for readers who appreciate antiquities.
Recommended read for fans of lighthearted historical romance, far flung places, and humor laced action adventure.
I received an ARC from Sourcebooks for a honest review.
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| Rome's Bridge of Angels Public Domain (link) |
I am giving away a print copy of LADY ELINOR'S WICKED ADVENTURE to one randomly selected commenter. To enter the giveaway,
1. Leave a comment about a place you would like to explore. I have visited Rome, but not Tuscany, which I would like to explore, too.
2. Comments are open through Saturday, November 1, 10 pm in Baltimore.
3. I'll post the winner on Sunday, November 2.
Mahalo,
Kim in Baltimore
Aloha Spirit in Charm City
Learn more about Lillian and her books at lilmarek.indiemade.com.
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