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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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4 out of 5 stars

Death, Adultery, Murder, Suspense, Politics, Betrayal, Grief...HEAVY August 16, 2008
8 out of 9 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.

4 out of 5 stars

Estrangement and treason August 22, 2008
8 out of 8 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

5 out of 5 stars

Julia London scores again September 2, 2008
8 out of 9 found this review helpful

The Earl and Countess of Lindsey have been married for years. Unable to cope with, accept, deal with the death of their toddler son, the two drift apart and become estranged. Nathan remains at the country home, Eastchurch while Evelyn flees to London. But with scandal brewing in London and Evelyn very possibly right in the middle of it, her husband, whom she hasn't seen in 3 years, comes to London and forces her to return home. The story that follows is a very poignant, eloquently written tale of two people struggling to come to terms with their son's death, the betrayal each of them felt in the aftermath and how they finally, together, sort through it and come to terms with it. I enjoyed watching their relationship grow and become strong again, the little blasts into the past and also Nathan's relationship with his butler, Benton. The quality of writing in this book rates right up there with London's Rogues of Regent Street series and is just as unputdownable.

5 out of 5 stars

Romance with real, believable emotion - Highly recommend August 31, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Firstly, I consider myself a voracious reader of romance novels. As escapism there is no better substitute. I must own that many a time I have found myself frustrated by the idiocy of female characters as portrayed in historical romance and the need for writers to force happiness in situations where any sane minded woman (fictional or not!) would walk away. London's "Book of Scandal" was honestly, beautiful. There is SO much real emotion in this novel. The pain, the love and the conflicting emotions are beautifully portrayed, for both Nathan and Evelyn. This is the most satisfying novel that I have read in literally ages. The murder plot seemed unnecessary and a somewhat see-through attempt to lighten the story, but it was not enough to distract from the rest of the novel. I highly recommend "The Book of Scandal." It cleverly walks the line between romance and reality, showing that not all romance novels need to be based around 18 year olds reforming rakes or glib males who need to be "surprised" into falling in love. Nathan's character is given the same respect and depth of emotion as Evelyn, a welcome change. "The Book of Scandal" shows that love changes and develops overtime. Nathan and Evelyn are fully realized and leave the reader genuinely understanding and identifying with their situation, making the ending poignant and well deserved. I shed more than one tear as the novel reached its conclusion. Highly recommend.

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent second chance at love Regency August 7, 2008
0 out of 5 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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