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The Slide into Ruin (Daughters of Disgrace Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Bronwyn Stuart (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 509 ratings
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He came to collect a debt. He left with a wife.

Darius may be an ex-pirate and nameless bastard, but his word is his bond and damsels in distress are his weakness. In order to collect a large debt and rebuild his lost fortune, Darius takes Eliza Penfold as his wife. It’s supposed to be a marriage of convenience, not passion. But from their first encounter, she stirs his blood like no other and Darius wonders if he can truly leave her behind.

Deceived into a marriage contract with a dangerous man, Eliza is forced to admit she and her siblings need protection. She needs to let go of her wounded pride and flawed schemes if she’s to survive. But when her protector is a vengeful pirate running a scheme of his own, she may be getting far more trouble than help.

They're both hiding something and when one of England’s most notorious and vicious criminals comes to call, lives will be in danger and loyalties will be put to the ultimate test...
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B087WJK8TH
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tule Publishing (September 15, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 15, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2329 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 356 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 509 ratings

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Bronwyn Stuart

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Bronwyn's love of reading all things romantic got her into trouble at a very young age. Starting with Mills and Boon 'borrowed' from her mother and then progressing to meaty historicals and sweeping sagas, it's only fair that romance pays her back with unique ideas for her own novels.

She now writes dark and gritty Regency that borders on the edge of noir with the occasional dabble in contemporary and women's fiction. Her treehouse in the Adelaide Hills is filled with the laughter of her young kids, the meows of two white, fluffy cats and a man who thinks chivalry is what happens after you eat bad chicken.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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Donna R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good adventure and romance
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2024
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Very good adventure and romance. Overcoming your fears, family scandals, and finding love is awesome. I recommend this book to anyone who loves romance and adventure.
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Booklover
4.0 out of 5 stars Can a Past Pirate be Trusted?
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2023
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A well-written full length story of adventure, trickery, ruin, and romance. In a rather complex plot, Eliza has faked her father's wellness to buy time until her brother comes of age to inherit the title. However, several are in pursuit of her dowry, not trusting to marry since she is caring for her several siblings. Darius, the ex pirate is in dire need of money and probably the best prospect since he promises to care for the family while attempting to right several wrongs. Tricking Eliza into marriage causes additional problems. The novel is well-written, complex with ongoing scenarios and very long in length with some gore and much steaminess.
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AM Kipp
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Enjoyable
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2023
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In this story, we meet Eliza, protecting her siblings from ruin and hopefully starvation. A titled family, but the title means little when everything has gone from bad to worse, and they must keep a life altering secret. We meet Darius, the bastard son of a titled man, the former pirate back in England to collect on debt, monetary and otherwise. Speaking of life altering, their chance meeting stirs up a series of events that clink together like a row of dominos. Lies, half truths, secrets, can be their salvation or their downfall. Especially when they find themselves actually falling for each other.
This is the second book in the Daughters of Disgrace series, but can be read as a complete standalone. I definitely want to read the others now, as well as other books by the author. Perfectly paced, much to sink your teeth into. You both love and sometimes want to throttle the main characters, the side characters are fantastic.
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Rural Reader
3.0 out of 5 stars Lies, Lust and Lunacy
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2023
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I have mixed feelings about this lengthy book. I liked some parts and was annoyed by others.

First off, The Slide into Ruin was mostly well written by Bronwyn Stuart, however there were way too many (for my taste) pages of introspection.

Secondly, it had vibrant lead personalities that I liked and disliked, and supporting players that occasionally stole the scene from the H/h.

Thirdly, the story did have action, angst and passion, it just didn't quite make it into the realistic winner's circle. It started off pretty well, but is kept moving in and out of believable.

Lastly, although I mostly liked the dialogue, descriptions and action, I was disappointed with the rather skimmed over ending and even more disappointed with the epilogue.

Content 411: In addition to swearing (secular and religious) there are also four uses of the “f” word. This book also contains onscreen sex scenes.
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KCR
4.0 out of 5 stars Worth the read…
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2023
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I will admit I skipped about 50 or so pages in the middle of this book because it got slow. The story was good, but the author got bogged down in details. However the final chapters captured my attention and I am glad I managed to finish the book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Scandal to murder
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2023
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This is a hard to put down story. Just one problem after another. Five children ,an unaccepted son,a son neglected sorrow all around. Who will win in the end? In
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Jbarr5
5.0 out of 5 stars The slide into Ruin
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
The Slide Into Ruin by Bronwyn Stuart
Story starts out with Darius and he's arrived back home. Others think he died on the ship, in the water or another way but he survived to prove to his father he could make something of himself. He approaches the house and stumbles onto a woman who's on the snowy ground. She was trying to get the children a tree for the holiday. Her father is nowhere to be found and he hopes to get paid for taking over the debt. So desolate and no food Eliza starves herself so the children can stay nourished.
He soon learns the truth and comes up with a scheme so he can be the hero. She conspires with him so she won't have to wed the guardian her father had picked out for them. So many mysteries and scenes that are torturous to read about. When the guardian finally comes she has to leave with him because of the mistrust she has for Dariou. Eliza leaves but is banished away. Darius learns of the fires on the docks and you wonder with all the gunpowder if he will ever find her, in time or dead already....
They shared many nights in love with one another and hot adult scenes. Love that she took care of all her siblings through it all while those her father owed money to are at their door. Great read.
Excerpt for the next story is also included at the end.
Received this review copy from the publisher and this is my honest opinion.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The Gentle Pirate
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2023
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He came across a young woman cutting down a tree for her siblings Christmas decorating. Soon, after each have lied, truths come out. Both were in danger from the same people. There are siblings involved as well. Can they all be saved? You will enjoy this book.
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LakeLady
3.0 out of 5 stars was OK
Reviewed in Canada on March 9, 2023
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This is similar to other stories I have read on the subject. Occasional filler and unnecessary repetition compelled me to speed read and skim some parts.
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Philippa L
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 19, 2024
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I enjoyed this book, it certainly kept you on your toes, wondering what was going to happen next. It had a little bit of heat but overall a fantastic story and great characters.
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Michelle
5.0 out of 5 stars HIstorical, humourous and heart-hitting
Reviewed in Australia on July 5, 2021
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A historical romance with humour, wit and damsels that refuse to succumb to distress.
A strong, stubborn heroine who is determined to do the best for her siblings.
And a hero who refuses to see his own merit but who finds those who see things in him that he can't yet see in himself.
A tale that kept me captivated and reluctant to return to real life and leave the dilemmas of Darius and Eliza.

I loved The Slide Into Ruin and I can not wait for the next book in the series.
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Wildfly56
4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting story with some macabre moments
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2023
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The walk in the woods and a chance meeting sets of a round of strange events. The return of the bastard son is highlighted when he meets his father and brother as they threaten a dukes daughter. This is a well written story and made an interesting read. Thanks
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Clive Robinson
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2023
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Good read
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