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The Book of Scandal | 
 enlarge | Author: Julia London
Publisher: Pocket
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 5207
Media: Mass Market Paperback
Edition: 1st Pocket Books Pbk. Ed
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 384
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 4.1 x 1.2
ISBN: 1416547118
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9781416547112
ASIN: 1416547118
Publication Date: August 19, 2008 (New: Last 30 Days)
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Product Description
Nathan Grey, the Earl of Lindsey, is infamously known as the Libertine of Lindsey for his scandalous ways with women. But when he hears gossip that his estranged wife, Evelyn, is about to be named in The Book of Scandal, he has no choice but to remove her from London to protect her and himself from charges of treason -- even if it calls for abduction! While Evelyn has no legal recourse against the man who broke her heart years ago but is still considered her lord and master, she is no longer the immature girl Nathan married. Her enforced homecoming quickly turns into a battle of wills that tears down her husband's defenses and lays bare the passion that still burns between them. Before it is too late, Nathan must confront powerful adversaries as he convinces Evelyn that she is not only his wife, but the one woman he will love for all time.
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 Just Okay... August 28, 2008
I was really excited about this book, but for some reason I had a really hard time getting into it once I had it in my hands. The book details the reconciliation of an estranged couple (Lord and Lady Lindsey) who after the death of their young son have lived apart for three years.
For starters, the beginning of the book attempts to describe the scandal that will ensue once "The Book Of Scandal" is released into regency London, and how upon the books reading Lady Lindsey will be named in a scandal that could ruin the good name of Lindsey. Once this makes its was out to Lord Lindsey in rural England he is determined to get his wife back out to the country to tamper down the rumors of her and another man.
During all of this is some subplot about the king and the queen and the princes and princesses of Wales which, maybe I'm a little bit slow, but I had a really hard time following. With there being six different princesses I couldn't really follow who the main scandal was including.
Following Lady Lindsey's return to her old estate comes the memories of the son she lost, and her husband's betrayal. Attempts on her life and his desire to mend their relationship lead to a rather predictable outcome.
I liked the characters and I really wanted to like this book, but there was just something missing. I had a hard time feeling for her characters like in her "Rogues of Regent Street" series. Overall it was just okay for me, wait till you can get it for 50 cents used.
Estrangement and treason August 22, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Nathan Grey, the Earl of Lindsay, has been living without his wife for the last three years. Following the death of their young son Robbie their relationship deteriorated and Evelyn went to London and became a helper to Princess Mary. However, rumours of Evelyn's affairs with Lord Dunhill may have landed her in a great deal of trouble as a royal scandal is brewing and she may be implicated. In order to preserve his family's good name, Nathan abducts Evelyn from London and returns her to their country estate, Eastchurch. There Nathan and Evelyn have to get to know each other again, to come to terms with their shared history and Evelyn has to learn to deal with her distress over the death of Robbie. But someone has followed them to Eastchurch and someone may be plotting against their lives.
This was an enjoyable book with some tearjerker moments and amusing sideplay with the butler, Benson. Both Nathan and Evelyn were appealing characters, despite their faults, and their reconciliation felt believable. There were some inaccuracies in terms of dialogue for the period but nothing too grating and the overall impression of the book was positive. It highlighted the rather inequitable societal opinion about men and their mistresses versus women and their chastity and there were, for this reader at least, a few question marks over Nathan's future faithfulness to his wife, but it was overall a good read.
Originally published for Curled Up With A Good Book Helen Hancox 2008
Death, Adultery, Murder, Suspense, Politics, Betrayal, Grief...HEAVY August 16, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is a book that captures your attention with the depth of the circumstances of the hero and heroine. It can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming for the reader, and I found myself in need of a little comic relief more than once (more than the empty threats to the butler). The overwhelming grief that the H/H both feel almost spills over to the reader, so be ready. I love this couple and their attempt to rebuild the "scaffolding" of their marriage. I'm not certain the murder attempts added anything to the story - detracted from it in my opinion. The story could have been strong enough on its own, without that. There were enough factors and characters to keep the story interesting as the H/H carved new paths to one another. As it is, it is a heavy read but the love of the H/H is touching and heartfelt.
BTW, the previous reviewer calls the heroine Evangeline...her name was Evelyn (Evie, for short)...maybe it was different in an advanced copy or something???; also the separation was 3 years, not 5; and the heroine was not completely prim and proper in London, hence, adding to their marital woes.
 Excellent second chance at love Regency August 7, 2008
3 out of 10 found this review helpful
Because of their beloved son's death, the once loving marriage between Nathan Grey the Earl of Lindsey and his wife died too although they are not divorced. Over the next five years Nathan ignored his spouse Evangeline while womanizing in rustic splendor. Evangeline remained prim and proper while residing in London.
However, Nathan becomes irate and though he will not admit it to himself is jealous to hear rumors that Princess Caroline's infamous book contains scandalous behavior by Evangeline. He comes to London to save the Lindsey reputation; demanding she leave for the countryside with him. Evangeline no longer needs the man she loves who deserted her when she most did; besides she plans to divorce him and marry someone else. He realizes how much he misses his wife, but to persuade her he will not leave her again proves futile. However, they become caught up in a dangerous treachery in which an unknown adversary will gladly kill husband and wife.
Using the historical reference book of aristocratic scandal written by Princess Caroline as a backdrop to a second chance at love Regency romance, Julia London cleverly freshens up a common theme. The story line is driven by the broken relationship between Nathan and Evangeline as each coped with their loss in different ways, but neither was there for the other. With the looming scandal of the Princess' BOOK OF SCANDAL serving as a sort of matchmaker, fans will relish this astute entertaining historical.
Harriet Klausner
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