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Lady Sarah's Sinful Desires

(Secrets at Thorncliff Manor #1)

Sophie Barnes (Goodreads Author)

3.54 · Rating details · 482 ratings · 72 reviews

Welcome to Thorncliff Manor, where London's elite mix, mingle, and may even find their heart's desire...

There are thousands of things Christopher, Viscount Spencer, would rather do than hunt for a bride, especially since experience has taught him that women are not to be trusted. Then he finds the intriguing Lady Sarah scrambling around in Thorncliff's conservatory and he ...more

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Jan 25, 2015 Jen Davis rated it it was ok

I had a very hard time connecting with this book. I am never great with a Big Secret story, but in this case, that was compounded by the fact that I was unimpressed by the secret itself. The hero is uninspiring. And the bad guy is nothing short of a cookie cutter villain.

Sarah is not a virgin. That’s the big secret. She lost her virginity to a man who she planned to marry and it didn’t work out. Now her parents are forcing her to marry a vile man named Mr. Dennison, because they say no one else ...more

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Mar 13, 2015 Sissy's Romance Book Review rated it really liked it

Shelves: overdrive-library

This is book one in the "Secrets at Thorncliff Manor" series. Lady Sarah has had a scandal that has resulted in her father and step mother to attach her to a older man who does not treat Lady Sarah very well during their courting. Lady Sarah has also met our hero, Christopher, Viscount Spencer. Lady Sarah doesn't feel that she deserves Christopher attention nor does her parents. But Christopher family likes her had as set their sites on Christopher courting her. Lady Sarah tries not to get attac ...more

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Mar 30, 2015 Alyssa rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2015-releases

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Lady Sarah's Sinful Desires by Sophie Barnes
Book One of the Secrets at Thorncliff Manor series
Publisher: Avon
Publication Date: April 28, 2015
Rating: 4 stars
Source: eARC from Edelweiss

***Warning: this is an adult book, and for the eyes of mature readers***

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Welcome to Thorncliff Manor, where London's elite mix, mingle, and may even find their heart's desire...

There are thousands of things Christopher, Viscount Spencer, would ra ...more

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Nov 02, 2014 Lover of Romance rated it really liked it

Shelves: genre-historical-romance, time-england-regency-1811-1820

Summary
Christopher, the Viscount Spencer, has many activities he would rather be doing than be searching for a bride. He knows because of his position and title, that he will need to marry and have an heir, but is content waiting a while longer. There hasn’t been a woman to stir his interest until he meets Lady Sarah. When they meet in the conservatory searching for her pet hamster, he is intrigued, and she is so different from any other miss he has ever met before. Sarah’s life is not her own. Summary
Christopher, the Viscount Spencer, has many activities he would rather be doing than be searching for a bride. He knows because of his position and title, that he will need to marry and have an heir, but is content waiting a while longer. There hasn’t been a woman to stir his interest until he meets Lady Sarah. When they meet in the conservatory searching for her pet hamster, he is intrigued, and she is so different from any other miss he has ever met before. Sarah’s life is not her own. Due to a past mistake, she knows that she can never marry someone of her own choosing. Even though the man her father has chosen for her is crude and despicable, she knows she doesn’t have a choice in her life anymore. But then she meets Christopher, and she finds a man who could she laugh and play with, a man who could make her forget who she is and enjoy the moment. But Sarah knows that if he were to ever learn of her true circumstances and her past, that he wouldn’t want her and would never risk disgracing herself in such a way, but when one is in love, you have to take a leap of faith in the man you love…

The Hero
Christopher is quite happy with having a mistress and enjoying the more sensual delights instead of looking for a wife, and despite the constant nagging from his parents and his sisters, he refuses to give in until he is good and ready. Christopher doesn’t want marriage until Sarah catches his eye and then he will do anything to get her away from her soon to be fiancée. Christopher was such a lovely hero, strong and sweet. He is quite the protective hero, I loved his closeness to his family, and how protective he is of Sarah, and even though there were some parts of the story that I felt he could have been more supportive, you see him in a very human realistic way, a man that admits when he is wrong, and I loved how he is true to his character and doesn’t hold himself back.

The Heroine
Sarah, once thought she was in love, and ruined herself, when the man she thought she loved turned out to be a blackguard. Now she is ruined in the eyes of her father and step mother, and they are desperate to have her off their hands and set up an agreement with a horse rancher, but the man she is supposed to marry disgusts her. She wonders how she can go through with it, with no other option available to her. Sarah is a heroine I grew to admire, she proved to be quite strong-willed, and what backbone…especially in the end. She proves that she deserves more than to just be a broodmare. I love her creativity and her sense of self, and her need to play and have fun with life.

Plot and Story Line
Every time I read a book by Sophie Barnes, I always know that I will have a fun time, but this latest book had a different feeling to it, but what a fantastic read this turned out to be, and it surprised me how much I loved it. This is the first book in her newest series, this series takes place at Thorncliff Manor, a huge estate, and focuses on one family and each of the siblings’ stories. The first book is Christopher’s story. We see the bantering back and forth between himself and his siblings, and what a lovely family this is. They all have affection for each other, and his siblings is different from the other, you see the difference of opinion, and I can hardly wait for the second book now. This story was quite emotional at times, and I loved Christopher and Sarah together, and struggling for a way to find their HEA. I can promise you it does happen, so no worries, but they do have some hills and valley to get through before they get there. What I loved most about this story was the tender and sweet love story. It’s very light as far as sexual scenes, we have more focus on the emotional building of their relationship, which is quite necessary. They do have some sparks, and boy when they kiss…watch out or you may get burned. But due to certain circumstances of the heroine, you see how the way the plot unravels is quite needed at times, and I loved seeing them come together in such a poignant manner that evokes quite a few emotions I wasn’t expecting. We also see quite a bit of strong development in growth of characters…especially in our heroine. Where she decides to stand up to her family and choose her own fate and not one that suits them easier. Quite frankly I couldn’t stand her family, they were horrid to her, and treated her quite poorly just because she made a mistake, and they knew the why and how. But I enjoyed seeing Sarah find a man who would love and appreciate her for who she is underneath and I loved that quality to the story.

The Cover
Now who wouldn’t love this cover? And its perfect for this time of year right? I just loved the manor in the back, and the “spring” feel of colors and what a dress….and the male model….mmm delicious…I just can’t enough of the half shirt open…quite the teaser.

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Lady Sarah’s Sinful Desires is a fresh start to a wonderful series, it’s a tale of loyalty, love, and sacrifice, and learning to stand up for what you deserve and a life full of affection and joy. A SWEET AND CHARMING GEM! ...more

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Jul 06, 2015 Molly rated it it was ok

Shelves: uhhhhh

There was a little too much slut-shaming in this one. It's safe to presume that the audience of this book is modern ladies, comfortable with scenes of a sexual nature, right? So, when we read this genre of books, particularly for the sexy bits, why were Sarah's past sexual experiences put in such a bad light? Do you think the readers are also thinking badly of her, or sympathizing with her instead? Why were we lead to believe that this was all her fault? Because when she described it, it didn't ...more

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Feb 11, 2016 Caz rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Shelves: audiobook, audiogals, disappointing, why-so-many-4-5-star-reviews, romance-regency

I've given this a D for narration (= dreadful) and a D for content (= dire) at AudioGals. I read a book by this author a while back and generously thought that perhaps she might have improved and I should give her another try. I should have had the courage of my convictions.

Sometimes – if you’re lucky – you can start a book or audio and know pretty much straight away that you’re going to enjoy it. And sometimes – if you’re UNlucky – you pick one up and immediately know the opposite. That’s what ...more

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Feb 16, 2021 Lisa (Remarkablylisa) rated it really liked it

Shelves: historical-romance-i-own, february-2021, friends-to-lovers

Real rating: 3.5/5 stars.

This one was similar to a notorious vow by johanna shupe but this one was a lot better. Our villain was HORRIBLE AND DISGUSTING AND MADE ME WANT TO VOMIT ON EVERY PAGE. and our heroine's family is tough and cruel towards her because she made a 'mistake' and has left her family is a tough spot. The couple meets in a garden after a runaway bunny and a friendship begins. His mother and sister meddles and plays matchmatcker between these two but he is determined to not fall ...more

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Jan 15, 2015 WTF Are You Reading? rated it really liked it

Shelves: adult, great-leading-man-boy, hard-to-beat-heroines, want-to-read-series, historical, oh-how-romantic, heart-warming-feel-good-read, edelweiss, 2015-review-books

Despite it's rather salacious moniker, Lady Sarah's Sinful Desires, manages to remain 'nunnery chaste' for the majority of its 384 pages. Only hinting at the life altering scandal that hangs about the neck of Lady Sarah Andover like an ill-fitting snood.
What readers do get in spades, is a lively, slow building, story that is loaded with vibrant and expressive, one of a kind characters which prove to be easy to love/hate, hard to forget, and a joy to read.

Christopher Heartly,Viscount Spencer has Despite it's rather salacious moniker, Lady Sarah's Sinful Desires, manages to remain 'nunnery chaste' for the majority of its 384 pages. Only hinting at the life altering scandal that hangs about the neck of Lady Sarah Andover like an ill-fitting snood.
What readers do get in spades, is a lively, slow building, story that is loaded with vibrant and expressive, one of a kind characters which prove to be easy to love/hate, hard to forget, and a joy to read.

Christopher Heartly,Viscount Spencer has just the right amount of quirk and charm to send any fair maiden running for the nearest fainting couch.
Titled, handsome, and determined never to marry. Christopher makes quite the layered onion dimension-wise.
Just when you think that you have discovered all there is to know about the enigmatic 'Mr. Chris'. Boom...yet another bit of special for the collection.
(FYI: It seems that our young miss is not the only soul suffering with secrets of the heart. Young Lord Christopher is a man with tears in his pocket and a story to tell.)

Mr. Denisen - dirty old man, or just plain scoundrel. He is the man that has bargained with Sarah's father for her hand in marriage, and he never lets her forget it.
He also proves to be quite the annoying foil for Chris on several occasions.

Lady Andover - Sarah's resentful stepmother and all around villainous sow.
She is the one who knows all of Sarah's secrets, and never hesitates to drop threats to expose her at the slightest provocation.

Lady Duncaster - first rate eccentric and proprietress of Thornhill Manor. Whether it be cake for breakfast or smoking at cards; one can always count on this one of a kind lady for just the right amount of oddball, wisdom, and fun.

The road to romance is a rather windy one for Chris and Sarah. Full of doubt, self recrimination, and the odd duel here and there. This is a story that is built on the principle of 'friends first'. Concentrating more so on prized character interactions in the form of shared adventures and witty rapport, rather than lust filled pages of passion.
Readers are able to get a real sense of who the characters are, and are thereby better able to bond with their favorites.
The heat level remains at a respectable simmer for most of the story. Only coming to a steaming boil near the end.
The pacing is a well chosen midrange stride. Managing to ride the fine line between too fast, and not fast enough to perfection.
Lady Sarah's secret is one that is truly unexpected and worthy of the gasps of shock and awe that it is sure to inspire.

This is a read that makes one come to realize that sometimes romance plays second fiddle to friendship, but the song that one hears is all the sweeter for it. ...more

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Dec 22, 2014 Farrah rated it it was amazing

This book was an absolute delight. Lady Sarah's Sinful desires was sweet and romantic, with very engaging characters and a few secrets along the way. It was a lovely read and I absolutely loved it.

Sarah was a wonderful heroine. She had made a single indiscretion years ago and paid for it ever since. Not only did she have to deal with her own regret and guilt over it, she had to shoulder all the disappointment and cruelty her unsympathetic parents could muster. However, all of that didn't make he ...more

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May 18, 2015 (Nat) Reading Romances rated it it was amazing

Sophie Barnes presents another win.

Lady Sarah’s Sinful Desires is one the most enjoyable reads of 2015 so far. Slowly we’ll get into all the secrets Thorncliff Manor has; a fantastic place mysterious enough to be the perfect spot for any romance. The secondary characters are fun and totally relatable, I’m curious about what will happen to them next.

I like how Sophie took the time to introduce Sarah and Christopher. Both go through some little adventures together and get close enough to start hav ...more

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May 04, 2015 Cathy rated it it was amazing

This is one story that I absolutely adored! Sarah and Christopher are adorable together. Sarah is sweet, kind and loving and living everyday with a heart that's aching for what she cannot have and what she must accept as her lot in life. Christopher, having been burned by love before, tries hard to fight his attraction to Sarah - he's funny and tender and an all around good guy. The writing style is one I prefer - telling both sides and also including some character's inner thoughts - often maki ...more

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Mar 04, 2015 Andrea rated it liked it

Shelves: historical-romance, read-in-2015, regency-romance

** 2.5 stars**

Lady Sarah's Sinful Desires was...nice enough. I think a lot of historical romance readers will enjoy the story, as Lady Sarah is an exceeding kind heroine who's at the mercy of a mostly uncaring family.

While I thought the story was nice, I was never more than moderately invested, and that was in Sarah herself. I felt like a spectator, when I really wanted to be dragged in. I was also very put off by the hero, Christopher. There were many moments he was kind and a friend to Sarah, ...more

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Mar 06, 2015 Hannah rated it really liked it

Lady Sarah’s Sinful Desires is the first book in a new series for Sophie Barnes, The Secrets at Thorncliff Manor. I really enjoyed this one; it almost is a sweet romance the main characters don’t give in to their desires until the last part of the book, almost the ending. I don’t think I would have liked it as much if it was any different, if they had acted sooner on those desires it just wasn’t who the characters were. The story flowed smoothly from beginning to end, it was witty and sweet you Lady Sarah’s Sinful Desires is the first book in a new series for Sophie Barnes, The Secrets at Thorncliff Manor. I really enjoyed this one; it almost is a sweet romance the main characters don’t give in to their desires until the last part of the book, almost the ending. I don’t think I would have liked it as much if it was any different, if they had acted sooner on those desires it just wasn’t who the characters were. The story flowed smoothly from beginning to end, it was witty and sweet you can easily sympathize with the characters who have things in their past that have colored their current actions. I love the concept for this series, Thorncliff Manor is a large estate run by a wise and eccentric older lady, a widow who thought it was a shame to let such a big house go to waste and so she lets out rooms in the house for vacationing families who can afford it.

Lady Sarah has a secret and it’s not the hamster hiding in her reticule, it’s a secret that can embarrass her family and ruin her sister’s chances at finding good matches. In a way to remedy this, her selfish and uncaring parents have arranged for her a marriage. Sarah is deeply sorry about her indiscretion and bears all the guilt for it, something her parents make sure she doesn’t forget to feel sorry for so she is resigned herself to her fate and together with her family she has traveled to Thorncliff Manor to meet the man she is suppose to marry. Unfortunately then man, Mr. Denison is old enough to be her father with two daughters her age and is absolutely horrible.

Christopher, the Viscount Spencer, and his family are vacationing at Thorncliff Manor while the family house is being renovated. He is being pressured by his family to finally settle down and get an heir but that is the furthest thing from his mind. In his past he was betrayed by a woman and he hasn’t quite gotten over it. Looking to avoid any and all matchmaking, napping in the Conservatory changes all that.

It was easy to start a friendship with Sarah, what isn’t easy is denying they could easily make something more of it. Sarah as caring as she is, as fun as she is to be with, Christopher respects her plans to marry Mr. Denison. He knows there is another reason she is being forced into a marriage she doesn’t want and confides in her his past in hopes she reveals her own. Holding out as long as she can she finally is forced to explain what happened. But will her past ruin the desire and the friendship they have created or will Christopher love her enough to look past the past.

Overall this was a great read, I think on my list of favorite historical for the year this easily falls in the top five. The name is misleading but if you can forgive that you’ll like it. ...more

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Mar 26, 2015 Deborah rated it really liked it

Shelves: amazon-done, historical, jd-read

Lady Sarah has arrived at Thorncliff Manor to meet her intended, Mr. Denison. Sarah is carrying a juicy secret that could ruin her reputation if it got out. Because of that, she knows that she has to marry Mr. Denison. She is there so he can start his courtship of her. Then she meets Christopher. He's an heir, a viscount, a rich lord. How can she go through with a marriage after meeting him? She must do everything in her power to resist him. If the truth about her were revealed neither man would
Lady Sarah has arrived at Thorncliff Manor to meet her intended, Mr. Denison. Sarah is carrying a juicy secret that could ruin her reputation if it got out. Because of that, she knows that she has to marry Mr. Denison. She is there so he can start his courtship of her. Then she meets Christopher. He's an heir, a viscount, a rich lord. How can she go through with a marriage after meeting him? She must do everything in her power to resist him. If the truth about her were revealed neither man would have anything to do with her.

Sarah is a pretty strong girl. Yes she had a lapse in judgment years ago and hasn't been able to let it go since. She has very unsympathetic and downright cruel parents. All that put together, the guilt is heavy and the self-worth is low. She, however is a firecracker, friendly, and genuinely likeable. She clearly was stronger when she started to live her life for herself and not her parents.

Christopher has a broken heart from a past love. Although his mom is intent on finding a bride for her son, he wants nothing to do with it. He would rather have fun for the foreseeable future. All that changes when he meets Sarah. She speaks her mind and he finds that rather refreshing. He is drawn to her real quick and seems to find ways to spend time with her. He is very adorable and oh so sweet. He knows Sarah is harboring some huge secret but is willing to overlook it to have her. Does he remain true to his word when the secret is revealed??

Sophie Barnes' historical romance takes place at Thorncliff Manor. A sprawling estate for the rich to spend their summers at. There seems to be plenty of mystery surrounding the Manor and if the walls could talk! There are so many unattached guys and girls, the Secrets of Thorncliff Manor series has endless possibilities! The only downfall of this book for me, is the lack of spiciness. The title hints that there should be something sinful going on, but there really isn't. There are a few scenes but I would have liked less innuendo and more actual scenes. There is plenty of angst and that should be plenty for some. I just prefer more. That being said, the book is a very nice romance reminiscent of the Harlequin's of old. If that's your cup of tea, then you will love this book!

3.5 stars/1.5 flames

This book was provided to me by The Jeep Diva for the express purpose of an honest review. The opinions and rating in the review are solely mine and in no way was I compensated.
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Feb 14, 2015 Lisa rated it really liked it

Shelves: bur-2015

Two hearts, each broken by betrayal but wishing to be whole again. These same hearts have lost the ability to trust; one has built barricades, the other still clings to hope.

The unfairness of the times regarding sexual experience once again rears its nasty head. Sarah was seduced and charmed by a traitorous villain leaving her ruined and alone, despite having a family. Christopher was lead to believe a shallow woman on to be left behind feeling like a fool. Despite her ruin she still longs to be Two hearts, each broken by betrayal but wishing to be whole again. These same hearts have lost the ability to trust; one has built barricades, the other still clings to hope.

The unfairness of the times regarding sexual experience once again rears its nasty head. Sarah was seduced and charmed by a traitorous villain leaving her ruined and alone, despite having a family. Christopher was lead to believe a shallow woman on to be left behind feeling like a fool. Despite her ruin she still longs to be loved, cherished, protected and appreciated for her kindness, loyalty and her optimism. The fact that her own parents have effectively cut her from their lives has not changed who she is, it has however, blown her self-esteem to bits.

Lady Duncaster is a joy and I look forward to know and adore her more during the series that centers on her estate. Her independence and total disregard for what others of the ton thinks of her brought smiles, giggles and a few startled gasps out of me. The concept of her estate in the series is brilliant and ahead of the times, but still sticks to the period.

Christopher and Sarah are marvelous together. She is not intimidated by his stand-offish, stuffed shirt, scowling attitude. She sees in him great things and a gentle kindness she is not accustomed to. She makes him smile, laugh and have hope again. They tease each other and have an easy camaraderie that leaves you smiling. As Christopher discovers they share common past experiences he starts to think marriage might be possible for him with Sarah by his side.

Their family dynamics are polar opposites. Christopher comes from an unconditional sometimes meddlesome love and Sarah has only known apathy, distance and being seen as a social bargaining chip. I adore his sisters; they bring levity- often at Christopher’s expense- and charm to the story and keep him on his toes. In contrast, I found nothing to like about Sarah’s parents; they were egocentric, shallow and just plain mean to their daughter. At no time did they protect and defend her.

Well done and I am excited to see who is next for a visit to Thorncliff estates. Thank you Ms. Barnes for a fun read.

I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

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May 14, 2015 Ermione Pickwick rated it did not like it

This romance had potential...pity the characters are that bad, most of them at least. I appreciated the heroine and I liked her parents, although for different reasons, mostly because they cover opposite role. The parents are mean, they are what could be considered the antagonists and I must say they do it very well, they are actually hateful, every time the mother was in the scene I would have slapped her (same for the father although I would have done it with less zeal).
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Sep 08, 2014 Kimia Safavi rated it it was amazing

Lady Sarah's Sinful Desires is a beautifully written historical romance , Sophie Barnes did a fantastic job. It is the story of a ruined heroine and a broken heart hero with meddlesome families.

The last thing Christopher, the viscount Spence, wants is searching for a bride in Thorncliff Manor. He knows he needs to marry and has an heir but not anytime soon until he meets Sarah, a beautiful and strong young lady who is not chasing after a handsome titled gentleman.

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Jun 17, 2015 Jessica Grogan rated it liked it

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Jan 01, 2015 Donna rated it it was amazing

Loved this book and hoping for lots more of this series. This is my favorite Sophie Barnes book to date, though I do love the Summersby trilogy. I found this well written, entertaining and hard to put down. There are so many characters visiting Thorncliff I can see books and novellas for at least 5-7 of them.

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Jun 02, 2015 Elaine rated it really liked it

Shelves: sophie-barnes

I really enjoyed reading this wonderful story about Christopher (Kip), Viscount Spencer and Lady Sarah. A new and exciting experience for me.
I predict a host of thrilling adventures in this new series at Thorncliff Manor!

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Aug 31, 2019 Romancing the Book rated it it was amazing

Reviewed by Colantha
Book provided by Edelweiss

As I grew up, I loved princess stories. Stories that made me feel happy that the sweet princess got the prince. Stories that made me smile when the "bad guy" doesn't get the princess. With Lady Sophie's Sinful Desires , it reminded me again why I like romances. Christopher as a hero had a mix of baggage and passion that made him one of those well written heroes. You just couldn't hate him.

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Mar 27, 2018 Beth Johnson rated it really liked it

Shelves: hea, 2018-reads

Ah, back to reading brain candy.

Okay. Heroine is a fallen woman. That's fine as I'm not into virginal characters. However, I HATE this woman's parents with a fiery passion. I hate her soon-to-be fiance. And I know we have to not like him so that we cheer for the Hero, but does the bad guy have to be so creepy and rapey? I didn't need to feel physically ill whenever he was on the page.

The Heroine herself is wonderful. She's full of fire and stands up for herself and isn't completely afraid to say ...more

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Mar 07, 2018 Barbara Literski rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

No Regrets

Lord Spencer and his family were heading to Thorncliff Manor. Also going to the same place was Lady Sarah and her family. Lady Sarah was in disgraced and her father was going to introduce her to her future husband. Lady Sarah shudders when she meets him but he knows her secret.
Lots of things happen through out this book, that will help you understand Lord Spencer and Lady Sarah.
Enjoy!!!!

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Jan 28, 2018 Julie rated it did not like it

Gave this a one star only because it was a DNF for me. For some reason, it didn't grab my interest right away. I listened to the audio and didn't enjoy the narrator. ...more

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Feb 05, 2019 Rainelle rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Wonderful book, although towards the end the sub plot could have been tied up better. Still a good book.

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Aug 26, 2020 Leigh rated it it was ok

I really wanted to like this book. But I didn’t like the H or h. It was a struggle to get through.

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Oct 03, 2021 Vanessa added it · review of another edition

Shelves: did-not-finish

DNF 15%
This was boring. I’m done.

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Jan 25, 2022 Amanda marked it as dnf

Starts slow, also is the woman’s arm broken on the cover???

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Feb 11, 2022 Thundermusic rated it it was ok

Shelves: audio, libby, 2022

Actually a bit boring. Good for background whilst 'getting shit done '. The beginning is incredibly difficult to get into... Title is VERY misleading!! ...more

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Apr 08, 2022 Camila rated it really liked it

Oh, how much I liked this one. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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USA TODAY bestselling author Sophie Barnes spent her youth traveling with her parents to wonderful places all around the world. She's lived in five different countries, on three different continents, and speaks Danish, English, French, Spanish, and Romanian with varying degrees of fluency. But, most impressive of all, she's been married to the same man three times—in three different countries and ...more