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Dangerous Desires
Indebted to Nicholas Prescott, Earl of Wroxton, for her very survival, young Stephanie de la Riviére is miserable, homesick and determined to do whatever it takes—from selling the family jewels to masquerading as a highwayman—to again see her beloved father, an aristocrat caught up in the dangerous French Revolution.
Nicholas is determined to prevent the exasperated Stephanie from putting herself in harm's way. But keeping the beautiful brunette out of outrageous scenarios isn't why Nicholas remains awake at night. It's his own desire to match his ward's fiery spirit to his burning passion that won't let him rest.
REVIEWS
"...an action packed journey with an exciting pair of lovers... all the history without losing focus on the romance." ~Romantic Times
"Nicholas is one of a kind. He will sweep you off your feet." ~Affaire de Coeur
HEARTS OF REBELLION SERIES, in order:
Pretender's Game
Lover's Knot
Dangerous Desires
ABOUT LOUISE CLARK
Louise Clark is the author of both contemporary and historical romance novels, and holds BA in History from Queens University. www.louiseclarkauthor.com
Nicholas is determined to prevent the exasperated Stephanie from putting herself in harm's way. But keeping the beautiful brunette out of outrageous scenarios isn't why Nicholas remains awake at night. It's his own desire to match his ward's fiery spirit to his burning passion that won't let him rest.
REVIEWS
"...an action packed journey with an exciting pair of lovers... all the history without losing focus on the romance." ~Romantic Times
"Nicholas is one of a kind. He will sweep you off your feet." ~Affaire de Coeur
HEARTS OF REBELLION SERIES, in order:
Pretender's Game
Lover's Knot
Dangerous Desires
ABOUT LOUISE CLARK
Louise Clark is the author of both contemporary and historical romance novels, and holds BA in History from Queens University. www.louiseclarkauthor.com
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First published October 1, 1993
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February 18, 2019
Dangerous Desires
Hearts of Rebellion series book 3
A fast -paced page turner full of romantic suspense. Riveting and set during the period of the French Revolution. Vividly portrayed, plenty of political intrigue this book takes you to the French Revolution at a time of unrest when being an aristocrat means your life is in peril. Our heroine Stephanie needs to rescue her father from the Révolutionnaires.
The hero Nicholas is her self-appointed guardian, but keeping the beautiful Stephanie safe requires some fancy foot-work!
Wonderfully done this was one book that keeps the reader on edge! Could be read as a stand alone.
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review.
Hearts of Rebellion series book 3
A fast -paced page turner full of romantic suspense. Riveting and set during the period of the French Revolution. Vividly portrayed, plenty of political intrigue this book takes you to the French Revolution at a time of unrest when being an aristocrat means your life is in peril. Our heroine Stephanie needs to rescue her father from the Révolutionnaires.
The hero Nicholas is her self-appointed guardian, but keeping the beautiful Stephanie safe requires some fancy foot-work!
Wonderfully done this was one book that keeps the reader on edge! Could be read as a stand alone.
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review.
March 3, 2019
This is a good paced story set around the time of the French Revolution. It mainly involves Stephanie de la Rivière and Nicholas, Earl of Wroxton. Stephanie is an impetus young lady, who doesn’t think of the consequences of her actions but has the best of intentions. Nicholas is always in control of his actions except when he is around Stephanie. He is someone who Stephanie can depend on. This was an entertaining read with romance and danger. I received a copy via eBooks Discovery and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 9, 2019
This story revolves around political intrigue and family allegiances during the French Revolution. Stephanie is the only child from a French aristocratic family that has pledged allegiance to King Lois. Stephanie’s father sent her to stay in England with her godmother for her safety because of escalating social unrest. Nicholas is an English earl who has been assisting the home office providing under cover reconnaissance about the political climate in France. As Stephanie and Nicholas’s paths cross, sparks fly. Nicholas is the epitome of a strong, responsible and very attractive English lord. Stephanie is young, headstrong and quite often very reckless in her attempts to assist her father back in France.
Overall a fair read. At times the story progressed slowly and was heavily detailed around the political and social situation in France. I think this is what appealed least to me as I read. The romance was tastefully done with few details leading up to, a generalization of the experience together then skipping to immediately following encounters. Many of the challenges that the characters faces were interesting and mostly realistic. The plot also culminates in a satisfying ending. I did like the epilogue as it tied up several of the loose details from the novel and suggests a HEA.
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review.
Overall a fair read. At times the story progressed slowly and was heavily detailed around the political and social situation in France. I think this is what appealed least to me as I read. The romance was tastefully done with few details leading up to, a generalization of the experience together then skipping to immediately following encounters. Many of the challenges that the characters faces were interesting and mostly realistic. The plot also culminates in a satisfying ending. I did like the epilogue as it tied up several of the loose details from the novel and suggests a HEA.
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review.
February 8, 2019
Set against the background of both England and France during the Revolution, Dangerous Desires by Louise Clark is an engrossing and entertaining saga. Well written in a descriptive style, this historical piece pulls you into the glitter, danger, suspense, humor and passion of a time when a refined society tried to ignore the insanity that was happening just across the channel. Ms. Clark masterfully wove her story around two very strong characters. Nicholas Prescott, Earl of Wroxton is both strong and tender, as well as smart and passionate. Stephanie de la Reviere is his perfect match. She too is passionate and loyal, but also reckless and in constant need of rescuing. Together, they match wits with not only the villain, but with that worlds raging revolution.
I thoroughly enjoyed this stand-alone novel. I appreciated that the author did not stoop to vulgarities or explicit sexual content. Instead, she allowed the passion between Nicholas and Stephanie to be only slightly described as the scene faded out.
Disclosure: I received this book for free from eBook Discovery via Prolific Works. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review, which I also posted on Amazon.
I thoroughly enjoyed this stand-alone novel. I appreciated that the author did not stoop to vulgarities or explicit sexual content. Instead, she allowed the passion between Nicholas and Stephanie to be only slightly described as the scene faded out.
Disclosure: I received this book for free from eBook Discovery via Prolific Works. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review, which I also posted on Amazon.
February 15, 2019
Fast-paced and romantic, set during the period of the French Revolution, this book kept me in suspense right through as Stephanie throws herself into finding ways to rescue her father from the clutches of the Revolutionaries. Nicholas, her self-appointed guardian, has his work cut out for him to keep her safe and rescue from one escapade after the next. Stephanie is young, proud and has a devious mind when it comes to reaching her goals. However, Nicholas is mostly always one step ahead of her. That is until she risks everything to reach her father. The plot of this novel encompasses all of the danger that one expects from the era, as well as the intrigue, suspicions, gossip, and lies that are told to gain secrets. Stephanie is a high-spirited heroine who will stop at nothing to reach her objectives, whilst Nicholas is a resourceful hero who ruefully has her back even when she is working against him. This is the first book I have read by this author and I found it well written and intriguing. I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review.
July 27, 2023
I do love books that wrap history around a fictional story. This one doesn’t disappoint! I learned things about the French issues surrounding Louis XVI that I was not aware of. Some of the history in this book was a little hard to follow as it was hard to grasp who was doing what, but maybe that was because it WAS . Stephanie is a pistol, getting into scrapes that was were so frustrating, I was ready to lock her in her room for a month!! Enter Nicholas, a steadfast but adventurous male who finds himself bound to her through a mission he really doesn’t want. Some of her antics were downright funny and seeing Nicholas respond was head shakingly hilarious. The villain is easy to spot but the end for him was not one I saw coming. I loved the author’s descriptions of Paris when the scene plays out there and overall loved this. I did find some of the descriptive writing a little much ( like the details of what they wore, what the rooms looked like, etc) but I am more of an action reader. Enjoy!
I received this book from eBook Discovery for free and these are my honest review
I received this book from eBook Discovery for free and these are my honest review
March 20, 2021
A wonderful Saga of Love , Intrigue and Danger.
The Author Louise Clark effortlessly takes us back in time to the French Revolution, when Royals and Nobility fled their beloved Country for safer climes.
The Heroine, Beautiful French and of Noble Birth.
Finds it difficult to come to terms with her situation.
Willing to risk everything and all she has to save the lives of those she loves.
Beautiful ,Brave ,defiant .
She is well matched by the Dashing Hero ,who rescues her from herself,and the awkward and dangerous situations she finds herself in.
Though the plot is weak and predictable in places.
The Romance is sweet,and gradual.
Without rushing the reader of their feet.
It unravels slowly but surely
And triumphs in telling the tale,of two very different people from very different cultures.
Who are fated to find each other and True Love.
I received this book from Ebook Discovery .I voluntarily write this review. This is my honest review.
The Author Louise Clark effortlessly takes us back in time to the French Revolution, when Royals and Nobility fled their beloved Country for safer climes.
The Heroine, Beautiful French and of Noble Birth.
Finds it difficult to come to terms with her situation.
Willing to risk everything and all she has to save the lives of those she loves.
Beautiful ,Brave ,defiant .
She is well matched by the Dashing Hero ,who rescues her from herself,and the awkward and dangerous situations she finds herself in.
Though the plot is weak and predictable in places.
The Romance is sweet,and gradual.
Without rushing the reader of their feet.
It unravels slowly but surely
And triumphs in telling the tale,of two very different people from very different cultures.
Who are fated to find each other and True Love.
I received this book from Ebook Discovery .I voluntarily write this review. This is my honest review.
January 24, 2021
You would think that the Dangerous Desires of the title refers to romantic desires, but instead refers to the desperate desire of Stephanie to rescue her father from the clutches of the ever more violent French Revolution. Set during the French Revolution, Stephanie had previously been sent out of Paris to live with her godmother, the Dowager Lady Wroxton. The current adventure-loving Earl is her nephew and he returns to his London home to discover Stephanie is a permanent guest. Afterwards, he repeatedly saves Stephanie from the consequences of her impulsive, poorly thought out plans while appreciating the mind and personality of the woman herself.
I truly enjoyed this book on many levels, the first of which was a substantive coherent plot. There was so much turmoil in France at that time, nothing had to be contrived or seem unlikely. I was also impressed by the amount of information Clark delivers with a minimum of words.
"He wanted no questions about the livid red scar that made a jagged track along his rib cage."
"whose impulsive nature was unfortunately allied to a flaring courage that did not understand the meaning of danger"
There were times I was reading along thinking, "Oh my, No, she wouldn't!", only to realize that her character would indeed cause her to do those very things. I enjoyed the tidbits of how peripheral characters viewed the actions of the main characters and we readers fell in love with them as well. Lastly, I didn't feel like I was missing anything by not reading the previous books.
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review.February 23, 2019
What a journey. I can say that this has definitely been one of my favorite historical romance read. Combining both French and English high class society was ingenious and gives the reader a peek inside the life of these elites. I'm always happy to read a book set within the era of the French Revolution and I'm pleased to say that I was not disappointed. Overall an amazing book and Louise did a great job of getting the characters to come to life through writing. I'm looking forward to read the rest if the series, especially Tony's story.
I received this book from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review.
I received this book from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review.
January 13, 2021
Great twists in this tale.
The setting of this book is not one I get many chances to read. The French Revolution was no laughing matter to an aristocrat and I can understand his daughter wanted nothing more than to be with him. Nicholas has other ideas he wants young Stephanie to survive. Stephanie, on the other hand, has ideas that conflict with Nicholas but that is the beauty of this well-written piece. The flow was excellent and the plot gave this reviewer a very engaging read. This is a very good book and I am happy to recommend it. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
The setting of this book is not one I get many chances to read. The French Revolution was no laughing matter to an aristocrat and I can understand his daughter wanted nothing more than to be with him. Nicholas has other ideas he wants young Stephanie to survive. Stephanie, on the other hand, has ideas that conflict with Nicholas but that is the beauty of this well-written piece. The flow was excellent and the plot gave this reviewer a very engaging read. This is a very good book and I am happy to recommend it. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
January 16, 2021
Timing is everything and the dashingly handsome Nicholas Prescott, Earl of Wroxton has it.
Stephanie De La Riviere, daughter to the Marquis of Monte Royale, is distraught since leaving France. Her father sent her to stay with her grandmother in England. The French Revolution has begun.
Stephanie is a persistent woman. She gets her herself in the most unique situations. But the Earl of Wroxton's timing prevails.
A delightful and entertaining story. The engaging and compelling main characters will keep the reader engrossed to the last page.
I received this book for free from ebook discovery. I volunteered to review it, and this is my honest review.
Stephanie De La Riviere, daughter to the Marquis of Monte Royale, is distraught since leaving France. Her father sent her to stay with her grandmother in England. The French Revolution has begun.
Stephanie is a persistent woman. She gets her herself in the most unique situations. But the Earl of Wroxton's timing prevails.
A delightful and entertaining story. The engaging and compelling main characters will keep the reader engrossed to the last page.
I received this book for free from ebook discovery. I volunteered to review it, and this is my honest review.
March 3, 2019
I had a hard time reading this romance, taking place primarily in England during the French Revolution. It has plot so complicated that it borders on being silly. The heroine’s actions are somewhat ridiculous, and her morals leave much to be desired. I have read other books by the talented author that I enjoyed, but this particular one was not for me. Still, I finished the book, and that says something.
Contains graphic sex scenes.
"I received this book from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review."
Contains graphic sex scenes.
"I received this book from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review."
February 16, 2019
A sweeping historical romance that will carry you from England to the unrest in France!
Her father sent her to safety but being headstrong safety is the last thing on her mind.
Excellent story line with characters that come alive.
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. This is my honest review.
Her father sent her to safety but being headstrong safety is the last thing on her mind.
Excellent story line with characters that come alive.
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. This is my honest review.
January 19, 2021
Enjoyed the story for the most part. Was a bit slow at times. Nicholas made a better hero than Stephanie did a heroine. She was a bit of a selfish brat. I received this book for free from eBook Discovery and voluntarily posted this review. This is my honest review.
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January 23, 2019Indebted to Nicholas Prescott, Earl of Wroxton, for her very survival, young Stephanie de la Riviére is miserable, homesick and determined to do whatever it takes—from selling the family jewels to masquerading as a highwayman—to again see her beloved father, an aristocrat caught up in the dangerous French Revolution.
Nicholas is determined to prevent the exasperated Stephanie from putting herself in harm's way. But keeping the beautiful brunette out of outrageous scenarios isn't why Nicholas remains awake at night. It's his own desire to match his ward's fiery spirit to his burning passion that won't let him rest.
REVIEWS
"...an action packed journey with an exciting pair of lovers... all the history without losing focus on the romance." ~Romantic Times
Nicholas is determined to prevent the exasperated Stephanie from putting herself in harm's way. But keeping the beautiful brunette out of outrageous scenarios isn't why Nicholas remains awake at night. It's his own desire to match his ward's fiery spirit to his burning passion that won't let him rest.
REVIEWS
"...an action packed journey with an exciting pair of lovers... all the history without losing focus on the romance." ~Romantic Times
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