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The Last Rake in London Kindle Edition

by Nicola Cornick (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Under a blaze of chandeliers, in London's most fashionable club, Jack Kestrel is waiting. He hasn't come to enjoy the rich at play, he's there to uphold his family name. But first he has to get past the ice-cool owner: the beautiful Sally Bowes. And Jack wants her to warm his bed—at any price!

Edwardian society flocks to Sally's club, but dangerous Jack Kestrel is the most sinfully sensual rogue she's ever met. Inexperienced with men, the wicked glint in Jack's eyes promises he'll take care of satisfying her every need….
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USA Today bestselling author Nicola Cornick has written over thirty historical romances for Harlequin and HQN Books. She has been nominated twice for a RWA RITA Award and twice for the UK RNA Award. She works as a historian and guide in a seventeenth century house. In 2006 she was awarded a Masters degree with distinction from Ruskin College, Oxford, where she wrote her dissertation on heroes.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B001A4E2TK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harlequin Historical; Original edition (June 1, 2008)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 1, 2008
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 909 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 259 pages
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    3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 24 ratings

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Nicola Cornick is a historian and author who works as a researcher and guide for the National Trust in one of the most beautiful 17th century houses in England. She writes dual time novels that illustrate her love of history, mystery and the supernatural, and focus on women from the footnotes of history. Her books have appeared in over twenty five languages, sold over half a million copies worldwide and been described as "perfect for Outlander fans." Nicola also gives writing and history talks, works as a consultant for TV and radio, and is a bookseller at the Wantage Bookshop.

Her new novel, 'The Other Gwyn Girl ' focuses on the life of Rose Gwyn, the elder sister of Nell Gwyn, infamous mistress of King Charles II. Packed with rollicking Restoration intrigue, it tells the story of the lesser-known Gwyn girl. The Other Gwyn Girl is published by Boldwood Books on 7th March 2024 in all formats and is up for pre-order now!

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3.8 out of 5 stars
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Sarah T
5.0 out of 5 stars One of Cornick's Best
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2014
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In the Prologue the author does a wonderful job of establishing Jack Kestrel and Sally Bowes as a perfect match, worldly, independent and determined not to let each another disrupt their well-established lives. Their denial of mutual passion sets the stage for intense encounters that are presented with humour and drama. A very satisfying read.
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Laurel
4.0 out of 5 stars for any historical romance reader looking for a sweet love story
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2008
Jack Kestrel is cool and calculating when he decides to destroy the woman who is blackmailing his uncle. Sitting in Sally Bowes club The Blue Parrot, playing a game of cards with the King, he decides that bankruptcy is one way to go. After accusing Sally of blackmail, he learns he's accused the wrong sister. He is really looking for Sally's sister Connie. Which is a good thing, because Sally intrigued him with her dignified and calm ladylike manner. Intrigued he ups his ante and offers her a daring proposal.

Sally is shocked at his audacity but finds herself attracted to his charm and irresistible good looks. However she is concerned and devastated that her sister has put her reputation on the line once again and this time it can literally ruin her. After a confrontation with her sister Connie, Sally informs Jack that her sister is back and together they seek her out. But they are too late; Connie has fled with his cousin to elope before anyone else can stop them. Not believing that Sally did not help them escape he forces her to tag along with him as they follow the pair of lovers, arriving at his sister's estate smack dab in the middle of a family gathering. As to not alarm the others of their real reason for being there, they pretend to be engaged and madly in love. A situation that neither claims they can tolerate, but privately wish was a reality.

Nicola Cornick's latest novel The Last Rake in London is a novel for any historical romance reader looking for a sweet love story. It is well written, with the right blend of a humour and drama to match the engaging story and well-developed characters. Jack was considered to be the rakes of all rakes in this turn of the century novel. He was a cool reserved character, with an egotistical charm determined not to love another woman again. Sally is a widow and successful businesswoman who started her life over by opening the Blue Parrot escaping the sorrow and pain from her past. She would do anything for her two sisters even if it casts doubt on her intentions which leads Jack to think the worst of her. She is a strong and likable character, a perfect match for a man whose own sister thinks, "He's a great rake trapped in the wrong century." Something I found rather humorous but in this case entirely true. I enjoyed this story and characters; I look forward to reading more novels from this talented author.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Adored This One
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2012
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I love everything Nicola Cornick does, but this foray into Edwardian England was fabulous. I loved the characters and the lush settings. As always, Ms. Cornick really drew me in and made me forget the real world until I put down this book. A Wonderful read.
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D.F.
5.0 out of 5 stars The Last Rake in London
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2011
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This book was one in a series and I enjoyed reading it. I would recommend it to anyone that reads Nicole Cornick.
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Kathryn Albright
4.0 out of 5 stars The Last Rake in London--a sparkling read
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2008
I was compelled to read Nicola Cornick's, The Last Rake in London, after learning it was a Rita nominee and also about the Edwardian era. I'd never read any books by this author before and I must say I enjoyed this immensely. When I think of the times, I think: Titanic, unbridled wealth without taxes (at least in the US) and a time when social forces were struggling for a foothold to make a better society. The author brings all of that into this book (except the sinking of the ship!) always keeping the emphasis on the romance. The chemistry between Jack Kestrel and Sally Bowes burns up the pages and their dialogue sparkles. A few instances occurred where I had no idea how the author would get Sally gracefully out of the predicaments she found herself in, yet she did so, with style. A delightful read!
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Girl Friday Reader
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Edwardian romance
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2008
I'm always on the look out for out of the ordinary settings in historicals, and Nicola Cornick's latest fit the bill. Conveying this unusual period quite well and with distinction, the romance between Sally and Jack was warm and passionate. The characters were well-drawn and the conflict was believable. I did grow annoyed with Sally's martyr tendencies and Jack's hard-natured prejudice against her, but it ended nicely. I do have to warn potential readers about a development regarding Sally that can rub many wrong, but the good outweighed the "bad" and I'd recommend The Last Rake in London as a pleasant way to divert a few hours.
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Sarahj
5.0 out of 5 stars You must read this !
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 25, 2011
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I'm not usually one for reviews but this book was brilliant ! Shorter than a normal novel, but was filled with so much detail, simply a beautiful story full of mis-understandings between Jack and Sally. However you feel the intense passion between both characters from the start and you will really dislike Connie, whose name should really be short for conniving ! I won't give away any of the story line as I feel it will ruin the whole story but it's worth the small cost for a wonderful touching story. Will be keeing this and will definately be reading again. I also hope there will be more from this author soon !
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Ludo
3.0 out of 5 stars Un'insolita ambientazione edoardiana
Reviewed in Italy on February 12, 2011
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Londra, 1908
Jack Kestrel e Sally Bowes si incontrano per caso e si scontrano per un malinteso, ma quel che conta è che insieme sembrano fare scintille. Jack, discendente dei duchi di Kestrel, si sente attratto da Sally, proprietaria del night club Blue Parrot, sin dal primo incontro a una mostra d'arte, ma quando erroneamente crede si tratti della donna che sta ricattando suo zio, si dimostra pronto a tutto pur di difendere la propria famiglia. Chiarito l'equivoco, i due si abbandonano alla passione che li infiamma fino a che qualcosa va inevitabilmente storto e Sally commette un'imprudenza, un errore fatale...

Il personaggio più interessante della storia è Sally che è sì una «New Woman», ma non lavora certo come operaia in fabbrica o commessa, bensì è la titolare di uno dei più noti locali della capitale; una donna responsabile, combattiva e orgogliosa con un passato scandaloso da quasi divorziata. Jack è il libertino impenitente del titolo che, come i suoi antenati, è noto per le imprese temerarie; nasconde un passato doloroso che ha reso parte del suo animo irraggiungibile per chiunque, uno stato dal quale potrà salvarsi solo grazie all'amore.

Un romanzo scritto per celebrare il centenario della fondazione della casa editrice Mills & Boon (nata nel 1908, appunto), è proprio l'ambientazione di inizio Novecento a costituirne una delle maggiori attrattive: le suffragette, le automobili, gli aerei, il telefono, i cappelli femminili a tesa larga, gli abiti di Poiret e Worth, il re Edoardo e l'amante Alice Keppel, insieme con gli amici, in giro per Londra a divertirsi...

Una lettura leggera e godibilissima.
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Alexandra Stephenson
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 29, 2018
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