Revealed

by Kate Noble

Book Overview

From the acclaimed author of Compromised comes a tale of love and war among the ton . Phillippa Benning is the unrivaled beauty of the Season. But when another lady challenges her for a marquis's attentions, Phillippa entices him to a secret rendezvous-only to stumble upon The Blue Raven, England's most famous spy, lurking at the site of her planned tryst. The Blue Raven has uncovered an enemy plot directed at upcoming society functions, but he's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0425221741
• ISBN13: 9780425221747
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Berkley Books
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.5" x 8.3"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

IF ROMANCE AND MYSTRERY IS YOUR THING, READ THIS!

Kate Noble is a real joy to read. This is only her second book (I also liked Compormised) but I can't wait for her next one and the ones after that. I loved her characters. Unlike so many other romances, Phillipa has it all and we still like her and root for her. The best part is the mystery that is interwoven thoughtout the book. There is a lot of wit and sometimes I just laughed out loud like the sarcophagus scene. This is a great read for a rainy weekend.

5 Kisses, TwoLips Reviews

Mrs. Phillippa Benning is accustomed to getting what she wants. She's adored by the ton; her beauty and smile are potent enough for them to overlook her forwardness, self-centered nature and her rather cruel critiques of those around her. When Phillippa accidentally overhears a conversation she shouldn't and learns the identity of the Blue Raven, England's beloved secret agent, she immediately sees the social benefits of being the one to reveal his identity at her annual ball. Marcus Worth knows there's something fishy going on in London's elite social circles, but without proof he's being treated like he's obsessed or mad or both. After all, the enemy he suspects is at the heart of these recent crimes was shot dead in France. But he has trouble gaining entrance to the places he needs to go to investigate, so Marcus reluctantly strikes a bargain with Philippa: he'll let her reveal the identity of the Blue Raven in exchange for her help in getting him invited to some very exclusive events. As they spend more time with each other and Phillippa proves herself to be a very intelligent and helpful companion, they develop a friendship that turns into smoldering passion. Revealed by Kate Noble is a cleverly written tale of espionage, danger, adventure and a heartwarming passion that develops from friendship and mutual respect. I especially enjoyed Phillippa's transformation from a catty and shallow bit of society fluff, to a caring and intelligent woman. I suspect the goodness in her was always there just waiting for the right person to help her discover it, and I like how the author brought it out. Readers who like historical romantic suspense stories with a strong heroine and a caring hero who finally gets what he so richly deserves will really love this book. The suspense aspect of Revealed was exceptionally well done, as it kept me guessing until the very end. A great cast of characters and a well-formed plot make this an excellent read, and I'm looking forward to the next book in the series featuring Phillippa's rival, Lady Jane Cummings. 5 Kisses, 1 Pepper ~Lindy Reviewer, TwoLips Reviews, LLC [...]

One not to be missed!!

Phillipa is the leader of the ton and she knows it. If she comes to your party, it will be deemed a success, if she wears a new style, everyone will place their order the next day. She is 21 and recently widowed, which gives her a bit more freedom in the eyes of the strict ton. She is set for life, however how fun is that to not have another season to catch the eye of an eligible suitor. The eye she really wants to catch is the dashing Marquis of Broughton. Yes, he is very handsome and intriguing, but the real reason she wants him is because her arch rival in the ton is Jane Cummings. They have been feuding and competing over men and attention since they were young and Phillipa refuses to let her win this one. Things become complicated when one evening Phillipa plans to meet Broughton in a dark secluded library at midnight. After a brief tryst in which she finds herself a little over her head with Broughton's advances, someone starts to come in the door. Phillipa gets unceremoniously thrown into an ancient sarcophagus to be hidden and when the lid closes she finds she is not the only one in there! After Broughton leaves, she tumbles out of the sarcophagus along with Lord Marcus Worth, a third son, not bad ton she thinks, but not good ton either. Just as she is trying to figure out why he was hiding, someone else comes to the door and this time it is Marcus' turn to dump her back into hiding. While she is hidden she over hears a conversation between Marcus and another gentleman, a quite interesting conversation. One that holds a very a big secret about a very famous English spy. Phillipa is convinced Marcus is the Blue Raven, a legendary English spy supposedly in retirement. She finds herself at a dinner party hosted by Marcus' brother so Phillipa decides to do a little investigating of her own...she thinks - "...there must be something from his youth that would indicate a future interest in subterfuge. Perhaps a book on spying techniques, or a diary with an entry entitled, "Dear Diary, I have recently taken a surprising interest in subterfuge..." Although that might be too much to hope for." Marcus Worth comes into possession of a scrap of paper he believes to be from a great enemy from the past, a paper that lists several of the season's top balls and parties. He fears his enemy plans great harm to come at each of these events, yet he is not high enough in social status to get invited to these events. Phillipa wants to reveal Marcus' big secret at her ball to make it the talk of the town. Now she has leverage. Marcus needs her help to get invites to all the necessary parties to track down his enemy and Phillipa wants his secret revealed. This book presents a truly great mystery, one that will have you guessing til the end. There is also a twist that had me slamming down the book and professing my love of the book to my husband - which earned me a funny look and then the moment passed. The mystery is great, however this book has one

Much Will Be Revealed

Phillippa Benning is the belle of the Ton. Young, rich, beautiful and a widow to boot, admired and wanted by more than one pursuer. The night she is having an illicit encounter with a prospective lover, she overhears of a plot to attack upcoming Ton events to be put forward by an infamous French spy, a spook who was supposed to be dead. The only person who believes the enemy is still alive is Mr. Marcus Worth, the unassuming 3rd son who Phillippa suspects to be the Blue Raven English spy. She offers a bargain; she agrees to get him invitations to the functions and she will reveal his identity at the upcoming Benning Ball. As real danger looms, Phillippa and Marcus become friends and learn to respect each other, which eventually leads to love. //Revealed// is more than your average romance novel: with atypical characters and unconventional plot, the love story flows quite beautifully in parallel to an intriguing spy story full of unexpected twists. The characters themselves are revealed to the reader little by little, and to each other as they turn out to be simply two ordinary people falling in love. Plotting, characterization and writing come together perfectly balanced in this gem of a book. Reviewed by Ana Grilo

terrific tale of "love and war"

Only twenty-one year old wealthy widow Lady Phillippa Benning benignly rules the Ton. However, she hides from Polite Society her ennui with all the inanity that accompanies galas. Her only rival is the harlot Lady Jane Cummings; her adversary since they were students at Mrs. Humphrey's School for Elegant Ladies. Both are interested in the Marquis of Broughton. However Phillippa' dropped glove ploy leads to Mr. Marcus Worth instead of the lord. Soon she realizes what Marcus' truth worth is when she concludes he is the notorious Blue Raven spy and fantasy of every female's dreams. Phillippa blackmails him into making her his partner in his effort to capture his adversary the French agent Laurant, who has escaped his efforts for ten years. He rejects her extortionist proposal, but changes his mind when he realizes there is substance beyond Almack inside this courageous young woman. However, the Frenchman has not been so elusively successful by not observing his enemies. This is a terrific tale of "love and war" that contrasts the overabundance of Regency High Society with the dangerous world of espionage. The story line is fast-paced from the moment Phillippa knows who the Blue Raven is and never slows down as the pair team up to catch the wily Frenchman. During their adventures, the lead couple learn the true manning of a "bargain is a bargain is a bargain". Harriet Klausner