A Dangerous Seduction

Rating:
Summary: enjoyable Regency romantic suspense
Review: In 1816 Cornwall, England Morgan Pendaris accompanied by his nephew Jeremy feels proud that his two-decade-old endeavor to enact vengeance has succeeded. Nineteen years ago, Hayne stole everything including Merdinn estate from Morgan's father. Now Morgan has regained possession of the estate from the son of the thief Cordell Hayne. Morgan will know the job is complete once he tosses Mrs. Hayne out of the house.

However, upon seeing the Mrs. he is shocked because she is young, pretty, and far from haughty, going so far as providing a warm friendly welcome to Jeremy. Cordell's wife Eulalia explains that in residence are she, her grandma, and two servants while her husband bets on a boat race with a vessel he no longer owns and assets he no longer has. He explains the situation and she says she and her grandma will leave in three days. When Cordell's ship crashes and he apparently dies, Morgan invites the widow and her relative to stay. As they fall in love, someone sabotages his shipping company going so far as to commit murder.

A DANGEROUS SEDUCTION is an enjoyable Regency romantic suspense that stars a delightful lead couple and a fine support cast especially those in residence at Merdinn. The tale has been often told (Monte Cristo) yet feels fresh due to the strong characterizations. Why Cordell "bought" a half-gypsy wife seems off kilter especial since he ignores her, but readers will still fully appreciate this solid story as Eulalia resuscitates Morgan's heart, beating for the first time since he was displaced at fifteen.

Harriet Klausner

Rating:
Summary: enjoyable Regency romantic suspense
Review: In 1816 Cornwall, England Morgan Pendaris accompanied by his nephew Jeremy feels proud that his two-decade-old endeavor to enact vengeance has succeeded. Nineteen years ago, Hayne stole everything including Merdinn estate from Morgan's father. Now Morgan has regained possession of the estate from the son of the thief Cordell Hayne. Morgan will know the job is complete once he tosses Mrs. Hayne out of the house.

However, upon seeing the Mrs. he is shocked because she is young, pretty, and far from haughty, going so far as providing a warm friendly welcome to Jeremy. Cordell's wife Eulalia explains that in residence are she, her grandma, and two servants while her husband bets on a boat race with a vessel he no longer owns and assets he no longer has. He explains the situation and she says she and her grandma will leave in three days. When Cordell's ship crashes and he apparently dies, Morgan invites the widow and her relative to stay. As they fall in love, someone sabotages his shipping company going so far as to commit murder.

A DANGEROUS SEDUCTION is an enjoyable Regency romantic suspense that stars a delightful lead couple and a fine support cast especially those in residence at Merdinn. The tale has been often told (Monte Cristo) yet feels fresh due to the strong characterizations. Why Cordell "bought" a half-gypsy wife seems off kilter especial since he ignores her, but readers will still fully appreciate this solid story as Eulalia resuscitates Morgan's heart, beating for the first time since he was displaced at fifteen.

Harriet Klausner

Rating:
Summary: Another hit from this rising star -- Very highly recommended
Review: Motivated by revenge, Morgan Pendaris carefully orchestrates the downfall of his nemesis. Nineteen years ago, the elder Hayne stole his family estate and Morgan vowed to see him in chains, to deprive him of possessions, to ride his horses and to see crush his loved ones. In 1816, Morgan regains the family estate, purchases the son Cordell Hayne's debts and plans to leave Cordell's wife homeless. But meeting the wife utterly changes Morgan's plans.

Eulalia's gentle ways, love of growing things, and quiet distain of her abusive husband charms Morgan. Indeed, her warm welcome leaves him disarmed. Eulalia's Romany grandmother also remains in residence, lending an intriguing element to the tale. When Cordell's ship apparently crashes and it seems that he has perished, Morgan offers her the position of temporary governess for his nephew. But sabotage, nightmares and murder provide almost insurmountable impediments to the road to happiness.

Fans will recall author Patricia Rowell's highly successful A PERILIOUS ATTRACTION and will cheer her return with A DANGEROUS SEDUCTION. This exciting Regency romantic suspense provides marvelous characterizations and a suggestion of the paranormal, keeping the plot moving at a brisk pace. Secondary characters likewise sparkle with Rowell's incomparable style. Keep an eye on Rowell's rising star as she continues to provide fabulous entertainment. A DANGEROUS SEDUCTION comes very highly recommended.