Beware a Scot's Revenge

by Sabrina Jeffries

Book Overview

The third book in the School for Heiressess series, by New York Times bestselling historical romance author Sabrina Jeffries, is a delightfully sexy regency-era romance.

Lady Venetia Campbell's visit to her childhood home in Scotland takes a dramatic turn when she's kidnapped at pistol point by her father's sworn enemy. Sir Lachlan Ross is widely feared in his guise as The Scottish Scourge, but Venetia remembers her former neighbor...

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1416516107
• ISBN13: 9781416516101
• Release Date: May 2007
• Publisher: Pocket Books
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.3" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

One Of Her Best

Here's what's great about Sabrina Jeffries: she makes even the most cliched premise (and really, there's little more cliched in romance novels than the "I kidnapped you, now I love you" trope) seem fresh and fun. In this novel, we meet Lachlan, a proud and honorable Scot out for revenge against the man he feels led to the ruination of his beloved land and clan. The problem? That man is also the father of our heroine, Venetia, a young woman Lachlan knew and liked when both were children. Despite his fond memories of Venetia, Lachlan plans to kidnap her in order to force her father to pay him the money Lachlan believes he stole from him. Lachlan also plans to call the man out, which essentially means Venetia's father will die at Lachlan's hand. As Venetia and Lachlan travel to Lachlan's home in the Highlands, they tempt fate by indulging their mutual attraction. Before long, Venetia is talking marriage, and the two butt heads over whether Lachlan's affections are sincere (they are) and how he should handle Venetia's father (Lachlan's pride demands that he follow through on his initial plan; Venetia doesn't wish for any more bloodshed). The central conflict in this novel is very strong, in that both Venetia and Lachlan have a point. Lachlan has every right to avenge his enemy, while Venetia can't get over the fact that her future husband should not be the one to kill the father she loves, no matter what the circumstances. The best scenes-- besides the sexy love scenes, of course--are those in which the two leads debate and negotiate the limits of Lachlan's vengeance. As always, Sabrina Jeffries proves herself to be a master at weaving history, Scottish slang, and naughty ballad lyrics into the fast-moving plot. Venetia is also immensely appealing and clever, while Lachlan is both stoic and wonderfully romantic when the mood strikes him. There's never a dull moment, either. If you're a Sabrina Jeffries fan who has been disappointed in this new series so far, don't worry: this novel should renew your love of this great writer.

Excellent !

What a excellent treat - I couldn't put it down - even read by candle light when the power went out!!! Venetia travels to Scotland only to kidnapped by The Scottist Scourge. Both characters were strong and funny. Great love story but more important a great plot! Check out the whole School for Heiresses series; Never Seduce a Scoundrel (1) ,Only a Duke Will Do (2) , School for Heiresses anthology came early 2007, Beware a Scot's Revenge (3), Once a Rake, Always a Rake (4 - due out March 2008), Book 5 due out fall 2008 and finally, in 2009, Charlotte Harris and Cousin Michael will get a book of their own!!!

Sparks fly in this funny, sexy and sweet romance

Sir Lachlan Ross steals his enemy's daughter, but has his heart stolen in return in this fun and satisfying "road trip" romance. Lachlan has tried for years to collect an old (and large) family debt from the Earl of Duncannon, but the earl denies he owes the money. Times are hard in the Scottish Highlands, and Lachlan's clan - of which he is laird - desperately needs the money to survive. To compensate, Lachlan dons the guise of the "Scottish Scourge" and robs the earl's wealthy friends. Duncannon guesses the Scourge's identity and sends men to rough him up as a warning. Things get out of hand, however, and Lachlan is severely wounded - and almost dies. The earl is told that Lachlan does die, but instead he secretly recuperates and plans his revenge. Six months later and still healing, a determined Lachlan kidnaps the earl's daughter Venetia to hold for ransom. Lachlan and Venetia knew each other as children, but she moved to London and he has not set eyes on her in sixteen years. He assumes she will be a selfish, snooty, simpering and spoiled society miss, but Lachlan is in for a rude awakening. The beautiful Venetia is smart and tough and generous and resourceful - and quite irresistible to her suddenly conflicted captor. I like road trip romances like this where the couple start out sniping and snarling, but grow ever fonder of each other as the miles pass. In this instance, there is a lot of underlying fondness at the outset, and it's fun to watch as it works its way to the surface. Lachlan and Venetia are extremely likeable leads. Though there is a natural friction between abductor and abductee, there is no silly game-playing between the two. Their frank dialogue and refreshingly honest attraction - often augmented with humor - are probably the best parts of the book. "Beware of a Scot's Revenge" is classic Sabrina Jeffries - funny, sexy and sweet. The author is clearly back on track a la her excellent "Royal Brotherhood" series after a few mediocre entries in between. I have always liked Ms. Jeffries and when she is on - as she is here - the result is truly satisfying.

Great!

I've loved just about everything Sabrina Jeffries has written and this definitely didn't disappoint! After reading the back cover description, I had my doubts. After all, there are a zillion family feud kidnapping stories out there. However, Ms. Jeffries' latest brings fun, interesting characters, good dialogue and originality to this tried-and-true plotline. Snippets of letters between Mrs. Harris and 'Cousin Michael' at the beginning of each chapter are entertaining and I can't wait for their book to come out! I wasn't nuts about 'Only a Duke Will Do' but I'm glad I kept on with the series. The 'School for Heiresses' anthology was good, and this latest installment is definitely my favorite of the series so far. Doesn't quite surpass my favorite Sabrina Jeffries, 'One Night with a Prince' (Royal Brotherhood book 3), but definitely a good read.

Best in the series! (so far). A fun, sexy romp through Scotland

Another great book by Sabrina Jeffries. In my opinion, this is the best in the School for Heiresses series, and a top favorite among all of her books. (Yes, I have read them all.) The Scotish Scourge kidnaps his enemy's daugther, but very little goes as planned. The story takes us on a fun romp through Scotland, (a welcome relief from the stuffy London ball rooms), and introduces us to a great hero/heroine pair, plus a handful of secondary characters. If I had more time I'd write a more detailed review, but let me quickly say that any S.J. fan (or those who simply like steamy, fun romances) will not be disappointed.