title: The Book of Scandal
author:  Julia London 
description: London (<i>Highlander Unbound</i>) sets this convincing tale of romance and intrigue in the early 1800s, an obscure period of strife in the English monarchy. Nathan Grey, the Earl of Lindsey, lost himself in liquor and debauchery after the death of his infant son, while his wife, Evelyn, abandoned their loving but superficial marriage and began flirting with another peer. Three years later, when Nathan learns that Evelyn could be named in Princess Caroline's infamous Book of Scandal, he kidnaps her from court, pretending they've reconciled. Nathan's attempt to guard the family's reputation soon blossoms into a genuine desire to rebuild their marriage, but Evelyn resists. Meddling by servants and both sets of parents provides needed backstory and also unites the couple against their helpful interference. The only sour note is Nathan's insistence that Evelyn apologize for adulterous thoughts that pale compared to his unabashed actions. Despite the confusing court scandals, this reunion story is mostly a joy. <i>(Sept.)</i> <br />Copyright  Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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  “This will be a battle of wits, madam.”
  
  Alex Arrandale, Earl of Davenport, is used to getting what he wants. So when
  he visits Diana Grensham, governess and joint guardian to his wards, and asks
  her to vacate his property, he is stunned when she refuses!
  
  Diana is determined not to bow to Alex’s demands. Her whole life, she has
  believed she is unlovable and worthless, but now, as she and Alex engage in a
  battle of wills, Diana’s confidence blooms. And soon, she finds herself
  tempted to make a few demands of her own!
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  The Infamous Arrandales
  
  Scandal is their destiny!
  
  Meet the Arrandale family—dissolute, disreputable and defiant! This infamous
  family has scandal in their blood, and wherever they go their reputation will
  always precede them!
  
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