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The Widows Four, Book 1
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Victoria Vale
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The Widows Four is a stand-alone tie-in series to the scintillating Gentleman Courtesans by Victoria Vale.
Widowed Lady Miranda Hughes wants to indulge in something wicked - something she might never have dared to do as a young, unwed debutante. The rumors of male courtesans operating secretly in London have piqued her interest, so she hires one for an illicit rendezvous during a Christmas house party.
Roger Thornton’s desperation to provide a dowry for his sister pushes him to moonlight as a secret courtesan. What begins as a convenient affair blossoms into more as Roger and Miranda find in one another the things they have been missing. But will a scandalous discovery ruin their chances for a happy future?
Previously published as part of the holiday anthology, Have Yourself a Merry Little Scandal. This stand-alone version has been republished with a bonus epilogue!
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Miss Isabella Hilgrove, proprietress of the Ladies' Typewriting School, prides herself on the quality of her staff. After the Duke of Westmorland sacks the third typist she has sent him in as many days, she's not just outraged, she's determined to put the arrogant bully in his place. Benedict Manning, Duke of Westmorland, is having the worst week of his life. A bomb has exploded on London Bridge, the Special League is unraveling, and he cannot seem to find a secretary who is not a spineless watering pot.
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Don't listen to the bad reviews. Book was great!
- By Madz on 06-29-23
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Again the Magic
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Lady Aline Marsden was brought up to marry a man of her own class, but from the moment she meets John McKenna, she risks everything to be with him.
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The Virgin and the Rogue
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Charlotte Langley has always been the prudent middle sister, so her family is not surprised when she makes the safe choice and agrees to wed her childhood sweetheart. But when she finds herself under the weather and drinks a "healing" tonic, the potion provokes the most maddening desire...for someone other than her betrothed.
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Predictable and Satisfying
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The Trouble with Honor
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Desperate times call for daring measures as Honor Cabot, the eldest stepdaughter of the wealthy Earl of Beckington, awaits her family's ruin. Upon the earl's death she and her sisters stand to lose the luxury of their grand home - and their place on the pedestal of society - to their stepbrother and his social-climbing fiancée. Forced to act quickly, Honor makes a devil's bargain with the only rogue in London who can seduce her stepbrother's fiancée out of the Cabots' lives for good.
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What happened??
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And Then He Kissed Her
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An expert in etiquette, Emma takes her pristine reputation most seriously. But the devilish Lord Marlowe is determined to prove that some rules of proper behavior are made to be broken....
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Love the story, but the narrator misses the mark
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A Duke in Time
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Katherine Vareck is in for the shock of her life when she learns upon her husband Meri’s death that, before the accident, he had married two other women. And you know how the saying goes: Hell hath no fury like a woman who married a man who married two other women. Or something like that.
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Enjoyed it
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Wedded by Scandal Bundle, Books 1-4
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This bundle includes four Wedded by Scandal standalone romances that can be listened to in any order.
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Pleasantly Surprised
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Griff Knighton's found the perfect way to avoid being trapped into marriage with one of the Earl of Swanlea's daughters: He'll swap identities with his man of affairs during their next visit to Swan Park, and be free to pursue his own desires! After all, he's not about to marry some homely spinster just to claim his rightful title. But Griff didn't reckon on the brazen, voluptuous Rosalind, who could tempt even a saint into sinning, and Griff is no saint.
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Usually like Sabrina Jefferies...
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Lady Ruthless
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Lady Calliope Manning is determined to punish the man she holds responsible for her beloved brother’s death. She will do anything in her power to destroy him. When rumors swirl that the Earl of Sinclair requires a wealthy bride to rescue himself from dire financial straits, she seizes the opportunity to ruin him at last..
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Good, but narration by Thompson is a huge turn off and fail!
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One Night in London
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With One Night in London, the sensational Caroline Linden kicks off a wonderful new historical romance series about three brothers trying to protect their good names and their fortunes while finding true love. Fans of Elizabeth Boyle and Liz Carlyle will not be able to resist this tantalizing tale that has the middle son of a recently deceased English duke hoping to avoid scandal and ruin as he searches for the young wife his late father never divorced…and encounters instead a desperate beauty who needs his help to rescue an endangered child.
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Beware!!
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Someone Wanton His Way Comes
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Widowed Lady Sylvia Elton is out to save young ladies from the terrible fate of love and marriage. Her former husband has retained his reputation as an honorable and loving man in death, but Sylvia has privately mourned his lies and infidelity. Joined by two equally scorned and cast-off friends, Sylvia establishes the Mismatch Society. With each new liberated member, the scandalous circle wreaks havoc on the romantic prospects of London’s frustrated male peerage. But nothing prepares Sylvia for the Viscount St. John, a familiar face and her most formidable challenger.
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Even Alex Wyndham couldn't save
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That Scandalous Evening
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New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd spins the captivating tale of a nobleman whose path crosses again with the one woman he absolutely cannot resist....
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Heroine's a pathetic doormat
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- TYoung
- 05-21-22
Loved it
I have loved all of Victoria Vale's books immensely. Looking for ward to more.
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- Aunt G
- 06-29-21
A delightful romance
I found this novella length romance quite delightful. This is the type of book that I feel can blindside you with the powerful emotional punch that it has packed in a small package. Miranda and Roger were wonderful characters and so easy to fall for. This couple delivers plenty of feels and swoon as their story unfolds. Expect lots of emotion along with some drama, angst, heat and an abundance of heart as the engaging and entertaining story unfolds. Single narration on this book and I found the narrators voice pleasing and easy to listen to.
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- Zena
- 06-29-21
Absolutely Brilliant!
Now this is what I call a story wth a difference! Absolutely Brilliant!
It is well written, passionate and very easy to read with two really believable and well matched main characters in Roger, the Courtesan and Miranda, the Widow. The romancing is so warm and compassionate and the characters are just adorable.
I loved the whole package so much!
I have now read the book twice and just finished listening to the audiobook narrated by Darcy Stark and his interpretation and voices have just simply blown my mind away.
I am very eager to read/listen to the rest of this series and am definitely recommending either version.
This is an awesome paring of a brilliant author and a professional narrator.
I received a review copy from the author and my voluntary review above is based on my own interpretation of it.
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- Tdavid
- 07-04-21
I loved this Audible with surprises & romance!!!
I enjoyed this read with its surprises, twist & turns & of course romance. the main characters were absolutely enchanting & so in love! the storyline executed perfectly. this is what I call a feel good story all is not perfect but love proves it doesn't have to be... as long as it's perfect to you... & it was!!! And I want more!!!
I was gifted this Audible as an ARC & this is my voluntary & honest review...
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- Sonia N. Choto
- 08-24-21
Wonderful Christmas Gift
First of all, I love Victoria Vale! All of her books are 5 Stars ⭐️
Lady Miranda a widow with a lovely young daughter finds herself a courtesan. And I love Roger her courtesan, he is handsome and a bit shy with a few secrets. They meet at a Christmas dinner party in the country.
Such a fun, beautiful and hot storyline ♥️🔥❤️ They we’re made for each other, but of course nothing is perfect and smooth in a relationship!
This is a definite must listen, it’s a standalone and I loved Darcy’s performance as always.
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- Nicole
- 07-12-21
a great feel-good story
Though it wasn’t a love match, Lady Miranda Hughes had a cordial relationship with her late husband, and she misses certain more physical aspects of marriage. With her friends bringing news of rumored male courtesans available in London, Miranda decides to throw caution to the wind and secure one for a discreet affair during a Christmas house party.
Since his titled older brother has been in charge of the family’s finances, Roger Thornton has been cleaning up his messes and now is no different. With his sister’s dowry lost and a suitor in the wings, Roger needs funds fast and becoming a courtesan is the most expedient means he can think of. Roger and Miranda are well-matched from the start and their union rapidly becomes more than just a superficial affair, but when they are less than discreet, the scandal could cast a shadow on their chances to become more.
This was such a quick and delightful read! Darcy Stark’s narration drew me into the story so well and made Roger’s struggle with his speech impediment all the more real and made me want to bring him comfort myself. I loved that Miranda was a rather open-minded heroine and willing to give Roger a chance without making too many assumptions. The relationship between these two progressed very quickly but given their very clear chemistry, that worked and made perfect sense here. I thoroughly enjoyed this novella; it was well worth the listen, and I look forward to the next book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an audio advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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- DJ
- 07-14-21
Christmas
I love this story. The Christmas Courtesan was a wonderful getaway from the real word; it was engaging, intriguing, and emotional. Normally, I would gush over the female character but Roger Thornton was great. He is what I would call a beta male and I love how Ms. Vale wrote his story. The narrator help us feel his sadness and longing for more in life but feeling he couldn't obtain it because of an impediment. Even though it was a novella, the author was able to create nuances with each character and flesh them out without me as a reader feeling like she left something out of the story or feeling like she rushed it. Great story, great narration. I'm ready for book 2.
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- PeggyC51
- 07-20-21
Lovely Story
After a conversation with a group of her friends, Widowed Lady Miranda Hughes decides that perhaps hiring a gentleman courtesan would help ease her loneliness. She loves and enjoys being with her sweet daughter, but misses having the company of a man. Roger Thornton finds himself in the precarious position of replacing his sister’s dowry when his irresponsible brother, the Viscount, loses it on a bad investment. When a friend suggests he earn the money he needs as a gentleman courtesan, he is hesitant, but decides it is worth a try. Miranda and Roger will meet at a house party to begin their affair. After an awkward meeting, they have a wonderful time. Roger has a stammer that causes shyness, to the point that he is still a virgin. Miranda is understanding, patient, and tender with him. The chemistry is hot and the attraction strong. It looks like these two may be headed for a real future, but then his brother butts in. What to do? Poignant story, fantastic hero and heroine, splendid narration by Darcy Stark. An enjoyable listen.
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- Blondie
- 07-02-21
The Christmas Courtesan
Victoria Vale does it again! I have loved all of the Gentleman Courtesans and this spin off is starting out just as good as the others. I don't know what it is about Ms Vale's books but I find it so easy to connect with her characters. Roger is flawed but incredibly sweet and easy to love. Miranda is also great and her daughter is adorable. I love characters who already have children.
Darcy Stark does a wonderful job telling this story.
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- JK
- 07-30-21
Christmas magic
This story really touched my heart. Roger becomes a Courtesean to restore his sister’s dowry. Victoria gives us a story we so much emotion. Roger was embarrassed about his affliction (don’t want to ruin it for other readers) but Miranda showed him it was nothing to be shy about. I loved how he was with her little daughter. Victoria’s books always give me all the feels...emotion, smiles, friendships, heat. I love that I can listen to this story and escape into the world Victoria creates. I've had a touch few months and I listen to this story and it's my "down time"
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