The Duke and the Lady in Red
Written by Lorraine Heath
Narrated by Helen Lloyd and James Adams
4/5
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USA Today Bestseller
Sparks fly in the finale of the Scandalous Gentlemen of St. James Place series, as the last wicked rogue meets his match.
When Rosalind Sharpe gains the attention of the deliciously wicked Duke of Avendale, she’s torn between her distracting attraction to the notorious rogue and the knowledge that he—rich as Croesus—is the perfect target for a deception that will put her swindling days behind her.
However, Avendale is no fool. After he discovers the tantalizing lady packing up to leave London with his coins in tow, he confronts her with a scandalous proposition: she can have all the money she requires…for a week in his bed.
Desperate for the funds, Rose agrees, but on one condition: he must never question her motives. Avendale quickly sees beneath her mask and discovers she is more than passion and pleasure—she is everything he has ever desired. But claiming her requires he unveil her secrets and lose her forever. Unless he can put his own dark past aside and risk everything for a chance at love.
Lorraine Heath
Lorraine Heath always dreamed of being a writer. After graduating from the University of Texas, she wrote training manuals, press releases, articles, and computer code, but something was always missing. When she read a romance novel, she not only became hooked on the genre, but quickly realized what her writing lacked: rebels, scoundrels, and rogues. She’s been writing about them ever since. Her novels have been recognized with numerous industry awards and have appeared on the USA Today and New York Times bestseller lists.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Rosalind Sharpe, at first glance, is a scam artist, adept in the art of fleecing men of their coin. Unapologetic and possessing a very clear vision of what she does, she meets her match when she tries to relieve the Duke of Avendale of his coins. Caught with her hand in the cookie jar, he offers her an alternative to goal; one week in his company for a large sum of money.Avendale is a man with his own secrets, and together, they tear down each others walls and face the ongoing issues in their lives and find in each other a solace neither has known for a long time, if ever.I loved, loved, loved this book. Rosalind’s character is one of the best drawn heroines I have read in a long time. There are layers upon layers to her and she is at the same time fierce and vulnerable. The reason behind her life of thievery is solid and true and her character is resolute about what she feels she must do to protect a beloved family member. Avendale is interesting, and different from a lot of male protagonists drawn today in that he is genuinely kind. It’s a softer edge that doesn’t detract at all from his masculinity; in fact, written as he is, it enhances it.There is not a wasted moment in plotting; The Duke and the Lady in Red is well paced, the pathway from thief and mark to lovers is believable and lovely and steamy, and heartbreak comes from an unexpected source. All in all this was an original and compelling story, and this book is a shelf-keeper for me. I read an ARC provided by Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5I wanted to love this book. After reading of the Duke of Avendale's story in the original series, I was expecting a lot but this just didn't deliver. He deserved a better heroine and a happier ending.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Listened for Fun /Read for Review (Audible /Avon)Overall Rating : 4.50Story Rating :4.50Character Rating : 4.50Audio Rating : 4.50 (Not part of the overall rating)First thought when finished: The mystery in The Duke and the Lady in Red by Lorraine Heath was compelling and the damn end made me cry.Quick Thoughts: This was one of those stories that I would only trust in a few authors hands. The leading lady was not typical, especially for a historical. In the wrong hands she would have been down right unlikable or at least not a woman you would root for an HEA. Instead you not only love Rosalind but end up wanting to make sure that Avendale is worthy of HER! Avendale is swoon-worthy so don't get me wrong. He is every thing I want in a Historical Leading Man (yes I have different expectations depending on the type of leading man and period). In the end though it was his connection with Rosalind that makes him super worthy. Don't you love with the love story makes you go SWOOOOOOOOOOON? The mystery of why Rosalind is the way she is was the most compelling part of this story for me. It is worth reading and having that "oh my" moment without spoiling. It was compelling and felt authentic to the time.Audio Thoughts: Narrated By Helen Lloyd, James Adams / Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins Helen and James are a perfect example of how two narrators can work for an audiobook. They were both outstanding and balanced each other well. The pacing was steady, equal emotional output, and their voices fit these characters. I highly recommend this on audio!Part of my Read It, Rate It, File It, DONE! Reviews
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The Duke was the epitome of love to her . She was the epitome of love to Harry of course in a different way They both displayed unconditional love.
Beautiful love story! - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This was a great story. I loved how it tied into the ending of the parents' saga (scoundrels of st. James).
I also cried for a solid hour or so. My tears are tied to the secrets the swindling lady keeps. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This story, more than others of its genre, follows a believable and intricate thread until the end when it refuses to learn it’s lessons. Nevertheless, the story is fun and deep and yet unfortunately at the end we are tired of the miscommunications and the lack of trust. Still, Selflessness and overcoming trauma become satisfying themes in the tale of love and perseverance.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/53.75 stars
I missed the chase between the leads coming together a little bit but the beginning was a deliciously decadent read followed by a later half of a wallop of emotions.
The love, whether it was between our heroine and her brother or the hero, was so powerful and deeply conveyed; it was amazingly rich and personal to read.
He loved her. It was an emotion he’d never thought to experience, and sometimes he wished he didn’t because it brought with it as much pain as it did joy. He hurt when she hurt. When sorrow visited her, it visited him. But when she smiled, it was as though that smile encompassed his entire body, his entire being. He would do whatever was required to return the smiles to her—even if it meant taking her to a boring ball.
and
He had to let her go, give up his own hopes, plans, dreams in order to ensure her happiness. He understood it fully now, the sacrifice, the pain of setting aside everything one wanted in order to ensure that someone else realized his or her dreams. It was odd that in the ache of loss there was also some joy in knowing that she would be happy.
Everyone needs an Avendale in their lives; the way he loves Rose will knock your socks off and swell your heart.
If you couldn't tell, I loved the emotion written into the later part of the story but overall, I can't help feeling there was something missing, even if I can't quite pinpoint it. This is definitely worth a read, I just probably won't find myself revisiting it. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Not the usual book I read, I picked this up on a friend’s recommendation and found myself pleasantly surprised. I can see some readers might complain about certain aspects, but this is historical romance for a modern audience so political correctness or errors of the era (and I’m not attesting whether there are any) will be toyed with for entertainment, much as the protagonists Rosalind and Avendale toy with each other. Their misconceptions and mutual attractions are well-played, but it was the perhaps unlikely but heartwarming way in which the story treats Harry that provided the greatest emotional impact. Alas, there’s no way to explain why without spoilers.