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His Scandalous Kiss: Secrets at Thorncliff Manor Kindle Edition

by Sophie Barnes (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Book 3 of 4: Secrets at Thorncliff Manor

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A masquerade ball reveals the heart’s secret desires in this scintillating Regency romance from the bestselling author of The Earl’s Complete Surrender.

Richard Heartly has exiled himself from society since the war, plotting his revenge for a terrible betrayal. A masked ball at Thorncliff Manor is intended to be a brief diversion. Instead, he encounters a fascinating young woman as entranced by the music as he is. He can’t reveal his identity to Lady Mary. But her siren song keeps drawing him back, and their clandestine meetings could be hazardous to his plan—and to her virtue . . .

Avoiding an unwanted marriage was easy when Lady Mary was ignored by the ton. Thanks to her dazzling appearance at the masquerade, she’s a wallflower no longer. Eligible suitors abound, yet the only man she wants is the brooding, seductive companion who keeps his face hidden. A man who tempts her to disclose her own shocking secret, one that could divide them forever . . .

“Has just the right amount of enchantment mixed with poignancy to fulfill readers’ fantasies. The depth of emotions, the light of the redeeming power of love, and the intrigue and suspense make this third installment Barnes’ strongest tale to date.” —RT Book Reviews (4 stars)

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Has just the right amount of enchantment mixed with poignancy to fulfill readers' fantasies. The depth of emotions, the light of the redeeming power of love, and the intrigue and suspense make this third installment Barnes' strongest tale to date.

-- "RT Book Reviews (4 stars)"

About the Author

Sophie Barnes is the author of several romance novels, including The Trouble with Being a Duke and The Scandal in Kissing an Heir. A native of Denmark, she currently lives on the East Coast.

Rebecca Rogershas been a professional actor and performer for twenty years, specializing in improvisation with ComedySportz and period acting with several renaissance festivals across the country. She is director of the Northwest Renaissance Festival and founder of the Society for Renaissance Performers in Spokane, Washington.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B017H74JXC
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Avon (July 26, 2016)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 26, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2489 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 387 pages

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USA TODAY bestselling author Sophie Barnes writes historical romance novels in which the characters break away from social expectations in their quest for happiness and love. Having written for Avon, an imprint of Harper Collins, her books have been published internationally in eight languages. With a fondness for travel, Sophie has lived in six countries, on three continents, and speaks English, Danish, French, Spanish, and Romanian with varying degrees of fluency. Ever the romantic, she married the same man three times—in three different countries and in three different dresses.

When she’s not busy dreaming up her next swoon worthy romance novel, Sophie enjoys spending time with her family, practicing yoga, baking, gardening, watching romantic comedies and, of course, reading.

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David Wissore

First I will say that I loved how clean this romance was

Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2016

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First I will say that I loved how clean this romance was! Leaving much to the imagination is wonderful! The way the story reminded me of Phantom was expected and good all at once. Richard has been scarred and is hiding himself away from everyone except his brother and father. His family knows he's alive but he avoids them as well. He meets Mary while at a masquerade and both give fictitious names. They instantly feel a connection and slowly get to know each other. There were several twists and turns, some I saw coming and some I didn't! I did enjoy that you could feel the emotions the characters felt. There were no love scenes that you are witness to, but they did enjoy the kissing a lot! I look forward to finding out more about the mystery they found along the way in the next book!
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Joan E. Freeman

It was pretty good

Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2016

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It was pretty good, I liked the herione a lot better than the hero, he was kind of tacky in places.

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Sarah

Absurd Plot, Delightful Read

Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2019

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This plot is honestly a bit bonkers. I found myself giggling at some of the more absurd machinations, but man oh man are Richard and Mary a charming pair. Absolutely loved this book. Several reviewers compared it to Beauty & the Beast, but it's a little more Phantom of the Opera. If you are in the market for a fast read and a sweet romance, this is it.

Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2018

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Love this story about Richard and Mary! Richard was in the war and was captured by the French. He escaped but came home with scars. He meets Lady Mary at the masquerade and he is curious about her. There are so many events and secrets that I would recommend reading the book to see what happens.

Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2016

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Richard was wounded at Waterloo and has been hiding in his bedroom for five years, only speaking to his brother. Mary has a secret life. When the two meet at a masquerade ball, they are each intrigued by the other.
I thought this was going to be a Beauty and the Beast tale, but it turned out to not really follow that mode. It was okay though I thought the plot wasn't fleshed out very well. For example, there's a cave with all sorts of discoveries under Thorncliff Manor, but Mary is the only one who finds it even though there's tunnels leading back to the house. Five years of Richard hiding in his room even if he's plotting revenge seemed just strange. The same with Mary being a wallflower in her third Season and now every man at the house party seems to want to marry her.
It is a sweet story regardless and I enjoyed it, just not as much as I wanted to.

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Pamerd

Wonderful historical romance

Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2016

This is an enjoyable addition to the Secrets of Thorncliff Manor. A story that is a bit dark and gothic as we are treated to masquerade balls, a mysterious hero who hides in the dark and a heroine who has her own secrets.

Richard Heartly is in hiding. He came back from the war several years ago but has exiled himself to the darkness of night and his room at Thorncliff Manor. His brother is the only one that knows he is back, while most of his family and society believe he is missing or dead. He is full of revenge and until he has fulfilled this mission, he can’t seem to move past his current lifestyle. That is until he attends the masquerade ball where he can move about freely while still being incognito and he meets a woman who takes his breath away.

Lady Mary is quiet and reserved, she is happy to be ignored by the ton during her season. Unfortunately her appearance at the masquerade ball brings more attention than she has ever had before, including a masked man who intrigues her the most. During the day she is besieged by new suitors however at night she is meeting a mysterious man who brings her joy.

The mystery and intrigue had me from beginning. I loved the dark romance of the two forbidden lovers finding time to be together even when they are unaware as to who they really are and what they each are hiding.

Richard is a remarkable hero, he came home from war tortured and scarred wanting only to hide away. He had revenge on his mind for the cowardice person who left him behind to die. After several years he finally has his revenge, but at what cost? When he meets Mary he believes he has something to live for but still he hides. It is only after she is in trouble does he emerge from hiding to take his place beside her to help.

Lady Mary is very likable; she is a caring person who loves music and opera. Helping her brother throughout the years has taken a toll on her as she has kept a secret that could be her ruin. But when she is about to be revealed she realizes who will stand by her and who will destroy her.

The two together are passionate and fascinating; they meet in secret and share their love for music and each other. I love how he comes to her aid immediately when she is in trouble, even though he must remove his mask and come clean about both his hiding and his revenge which threatens their relationship. Mary also has to explain because others know who she really is, and it is heartbreaking to watch how she has to come to terms with her brother who she idolized and who comes crashing down from his pedestal.

This is the third book in the series and although there are references to past books and characters we have met, the author does a great job of keeping the reader informed so this could easily be read as a standalone. I enjoyed the mystery of the hero and heroine keeping their secrets and the revelations that almost doomed them both. There is also a continued mystery about the manor and the surrounding area that is intriguing and I look forward to finding out more about it.

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Jamie10

Love Thornclff Manor series!

Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2016

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Loved it as well as all her Thorncliff Manor books. Great love stories and mystery at the same time. Can't put it down and waiting for the next in the series.

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