Love with the Perfect Scoundrel

by Sophia Nash

Book Overview

Only a man with a mysterious past could tempt the Countess from the Isle of Ice . . . Twice jilted, Grace Sheffey has given up on love. No longer capable of maintaining her elegant facade with her intimate circle of friends, she has little choice but to flee . . . right into the teeth of a blizzard. But when her wretched carriage ride ends in disaster, a rugged, imposing stranger is waiting to save her life . . . and her heart. Michael Ranier is a...

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0061493287
• ISBN13: 9780061493287
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Avon Books
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 4.3" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Loved it!

My favorite Sophia Nash book yet! The first half was the perfect development of Michael and Grace's attraction towards each other. They were snowbound together! It was funny, poignant, and believable. The second half introduced many of the characters from the Widow's Club. Again, very funny. I laughed, cried, and then laughed again. Love these books!

The Perfect Romance

I just finished reading "Love with the Perfect Scoundrel" and I think it's Ms. Nash's finest work yet! From the very first page you are swept into Grace's stormy life and into the arms of the hero right along with her. But even though Grace was helpless to keep from falling under Michael's spell, I never found her to be weak or the sometimes jelly-kneed heroine we often get in a romance. I was also proud of the choices Grace made. Choices that even a modern woman could applaud. All in all, I think Ms. Nash has done a wonderful job of creating a story that is extremely inviting and intensely invigorating. She has also managed to create a romance heroine in a period known for its meek, doormat females that is at once true to the period and also strong enough to speak clearly to modern women who are considerably more emancipated.

" Love With The Perfect Scoundrel is sexy and sensual; a lush Historical Romance that sizzles off th

Love With The Perfect Scoundrel had me at hello. Seriously though, I was instantly drawn into the story and enjoyed every single minute of it. I have read hundreds of Historical Romance novels from the Victorian era and I have to say that THIS book, is in my top 10! With a story and plot that is more creative then many I have read, the Author takes advantage of the weather, social strictures (or lack there of) and with a genuine humanity, creates the distressing and ultimately delicious situations that Grace and Michael find themselves in. I immediately felt the heart-pounding attraction between the main characters and this beautiful, sensual love story. Though it is set in the Victorian era, this story had a fresh feel that amused and entertained as much as it titillated. The Author has an exceptional talent for writing and her distinctive story writing talents will, if they have not already, set her apart from many of her peers. This delightful book left me with a big smile on my face and a light feeling in my heart. It is just what I have been waiting for; kudos to you Sophia Nash. I very highly recommend this book! (10 out of 10 Diamonds) - Absolutely LOVED it!! © 2008-2009 Bobbie Crawford-McCoy (Book Reviews By Bobbie). All rights reserved.

OUTSTANDING story

This is the third book in Nash's widows club series. I'd been wondering how the author was going to handle the Countess of Sheffield's story since she'd been jilted in each of the first 2 books. I was worried because Grace came off as quiet. But this story just blew me away. There was an amazing, strong woman under those elegant layers, a lady who deserved the best hero, who she found in the middle of a snowstorm in Yorkshire. Michael Ranier was a man of many secrets. He has to choose between living in obscurity or placing himself in danger to follow Grace. In the end, each of them had to risk everything important to find love. This was a marvelous story of a woman who finally understands the meaning of passion and the man who kindles those feelings. This has been a fabulous series so far-very sensual and very emotional. And there is great humor too. Each book gets better. They do not have to be read in any particular order. If you like alpha males, I'd read this book or A Dangerous Beauty-Luc and Rosamunde's story. If you like beta heroes, try The Kiss. The storytelling is excellent in ALL of the books. Write fast, Ms. Nash, I can't wait to see what's next!

Builds slow, but excellent. Third in Widows' Club series.

Grace Sheffey, Countess of Sheffield, is a widow at the young age of only twenty-seven. In the past twelve months she has been jilted by two fiancés and London's upper elite are having a delightful time chewing up and pitting out her reputation. No longer capable of holding her head up high or maintaining an unconcerned image, she flees London. Grace intended to return to the Isle of Mann, where she spent her childhood. Instead she found herself stuck in a blizzard when the carriage tipped over. Her driver and traveling companion go for help. It is only then Grace realizes she is injured, losing blood, and quickly freezing to death. Michael Ranier has been a fugitive for years. He spent those years in the colonies (Virginia). He returned to England because he inherited property from a friend. En route to his new property (Brynlow) he found an angel dying in the blizzard. While tending to her injuries, with the help of a lad named Timmy, he does the worst thing possible - he fell in love with her. Too bad he could not possibly keep her. ***** I learned years ago that whenever I intend to begin a story written by Sophia Nash that I had better make sure the pizza has already been delivered. Otherwise the members of my family will have to eat cold cereal or sandwiches. This tale is no exception. The author begins with a strong willed lady in distress and then the tender roots of romance begin. From there the author builds tension that only seems to increase with each page turned. Within these pages you will experience pure romance at its very best! ***** Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.