Scandalous (Banning Sisters Trilogy Series #1)

So so good!

I usually am embarassed (don't know why) to be caught reading romance novels, but this historical romance novel was sooooo good. I definitely suggest reading it :)

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Exciting Regency romance

In Ceylon, someone kills the Earl of Wickham during a hunting expedition. Jem Downess crosses the ocean and two land masses to inform his employer Lady Gabriella Banning that her half-brother is dead. Gabriella worries about what will happen to her two younger half-sisters, eighteen years old drop dead gorgeous Claire and fifteen years old Beth now that her odious cousin is the new Earl of Wickham. Her cousin is almost as malicious as her deceased father who abused the siblings when he lived.

However, before he died, Marcus gave Jem a letter that told Gabby to take Claire to London and allowed her carte blanche to his funds. Gabby knows the letters are worthless unless she and Jem keep quiet about Marcus¿ death. Feeling a bit guilty, Gabby decides Claire needs her season and will find a good husband in town. When the three women reach London, they find Marcus living in the family home. Since no one has seen Marcus in two decades except Jem, Gabby asks him to identify the man. Jem insists the real Marcus is dead. Marcus and Gabby reach an understanding, but neither one expected to fall in love.

SCANDALOUS is an entertaining Regency romance with the twist of two individuals, deceiving society for different reasons, ironically falling in love in the process. The story line is fast-paced, but it is the characters who make it so much fun to read. The lead couple is charming as they react differently to their growing attraction and to their joint culpability. The mystery behind the Marcus masquerade adds a sense of danger to a cleverly designed tale that will please historical romance fans.

Harriet Klausner

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Great book! Love Karen Robards!!

Great book! Love Karen Robards!!

Starts out great then went downhill Fast!

I'm glad this novel was given to me by good friend to read. I'm still wondering how this mediocre story got published. Well, maybe I shouldn't wonder because there are some real dozzies (hope I spelled that word correctly) out there being promoted as bestsellers.

When I started reading Obsession the plot unfolded and kept my interest and I felt really excited and I was very intrigued with the story. I read on and then my senses started to sour and then they turned off. At the very end I got a brief thrill. But overall the story was big let down. I don't understand why, because Ms. Robards is certainly capable of writing a decent romance/mystery novel. I won't say it's a terrible book, but if you have enjoyed all of Robards novel I would think that you will enjoy Obsession.

Scandalus!!!!!

This was my frist Karen Robards and I can't wait to read Irresistible. This is one of those books you just can't put down.
Enjoy!

Wonderful!

I quite found myself unable to put this book down. Definitely one of the best I've read in a long while! If you're into historial romances, I highly recommend this one, as well as the second in the trilogy (Claire's story--'Irresistible'). I believe the third, about Elizabeth, is due in November 2005 or so, titled 'Reckless'.

Da Best!

I love this book. And you just ever know how a story is going to end until the end. And you just don't want to miss this endding. I'm glad I stuck it out! Read it!

FANTASTIC!!!!

I loved the book. This story reminded of the book 'Stranger in My Arms' by Lisa Kleypas. Loved the closeness of the three sisters, loved the passion between Marcus & Gabby. I didn't want to put the book down. Look forward to reading Claire's story. I hope Beth will have her own story as well. A very enjoyable read.

loved it

I really liked this book. I have given up on Ms. Robards because of couple of her previous books. But I really enjoyed this one. I can't wait for the next one to come out. I've been searching to find out when is coming out.

I loved this book to bits!

I bought this book when I moved houses (and the cable wasn't hooked up yet - lol) and I think it's the best romance novel I've read in ages! I really enjoyed the richly told story, the vivid images, and most of all, characters that seemed so real you almost wanted to jump into the book and play along with them!

A Great Read.

Karen Robards is one terrific historical romance writer. She never disappoints. You'll fall in love with the characters once you read it. I certainly did. Now I'm waiting for the next book 'Irresistible' to come out.

Pleasantly surprised!!!

I really enjoyed the plot of this story as well as the primary and secondary characters involved. This is my first novel by this particular author and I anxiously await the next tale of the Banning sisters.

Enjoyable!!

Having read many historical romances, I found that I enjoyed this book tremendously. Ms. Robards has created a story that is unique, and entertaining..

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