Eleven Scandals to Start to Win a Duke’s Heart
Author: Sarah MacLean
Publisher: Avon
Pub. Date: April 26, 2011
ISBN-13: 978-0061852077
Retail: $7.99
Pages: 384

She lives for passion.
Bold, impulsive, and a magnet for trouble, Juliana Fiori is no simpering English miss. She refuses to play by society’s rules: she speaks her mind, cares nothing for the approval of the ton, and can throw a punch with remarkable accuracy. Her scandalous nature makes her a favorite subject of London’s most practiced gossips . . . and precisely the kind of woman The Duke of Leighton wants far far away from him.

He swears by reputation.

Scandal is the last thing Simon Pearson has room for in his well-ordered world. The Duke of Disdain is too focused on keeping his title untainted and his secrets unknown. But when he discovers Juliana hiding in his carriage late one evening—risking everything he holds dear—he swears to teach the reckless beauty a lesson in propriety. She has other plans, however; she wants two weeks to prove that even an unflappable duke is not above passion.

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Another well written romantic tale that is everything a love story should be…

This third book in Sarah Maclean’s Love by Numbers series is bold, emotional, and takes the reader on a sensual adventure that will make your breath catch and little butterflies swarm your stomach. It is everything I wanted Juliana’s story to be and I am once again reminded why is a force to be reckoned with in the historical romance genre. I strongly suggest that you read the other two books in this series – Nine Rules to Break when Romancing a Rake and Ten Ways to be Adored when Landing a Lord. Both books are permanent fixtures on my book shelf and you will be introduced to the two fantastic lead characters in this final book.

The reader first meets Juliana Fiori, the young half-sister of our hero’s, Nick and Gabriel from the first two books, in the first story in the series. Juliana has come from Italy with a dislike for the stringent rules of English society and a rebellious bent that gets her in trouble and in the gossip sheets time and time again. When she meets Simon, she thinks that she has finally found someone who can care about her as a person and not see her as a scandal waiting to happen. But Simon is not who he seems and is in fact the notorious Duke of Distain, Simon Pearson the Duke of Leighton. He is well known for his strict adherence to propriety and wants nothing to do with Juliana once he discovers who she really is. Throughout the series, Simon and Juliana butt heads until finally they get their chance at love.

In this book, Juliana pits herself against the duke in an attempt to prove to him that what they once felt for each other is more powerful than his need to be scandal free. Simon, for his part, can’t stop thinking about Juliana. But his family has a secret that will destroy them all and the last thing he needs is to be linked to a scandal hungry girl when the cards are laid on the table and only his reputation can save his family. He sets out to prove to Juliana that living a life in society doesn’t have to be boring but that she must play by the rules. However, they both find love closing in quick and neither is ready for the havoc it wreaks on their lives.

I fell in love with Juliana when she was introduced to me in the first book. I love her spirit and desire to be different. She may appear to be strong with a devil-may-care attitude but she is secretly insecure and terrified of ending up like her flighty mother who abandoned her and her brothers. Juliana’s depth as a character and her vulnerability make her one of my favorite heroines.

Simon ticked me off many times as I read this book. He is so rigid and firm on his stance of propriety, I want to smack the boy. He is the typical strong, arrogant aristocrat yet his sensuality just gives the reader the shivers! But he finally sees the light and I respect that he is smart enough to know when his goose is cooked and he goes with the flow. I wouldn’t say that he is my favorite hero but he is definitely appealing.

The plot is very strong in this book as are the many characters – a few of which the reader will have met in other books. I really enjoy Sarah’s witty writing style and the way she totally sucks the reader into her vision of regency England. She is an absolute delight to read.

The love scenes are emotionally charged and heated which fits right in with the way Sarah has written Juliana and Simon’s love story.

Overall, this book was a fantastic read and it will definitely find its place on my bookshelf with Sarah Maclean’s other wonderful books. I highly, highly recommend this book!

Rating: 9.5 (Near Perfect)

Heat Level: 4 (Hot)

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RomanceLive!

The ‘Traditional’ Book Signing Revolutionized:

New York Times Bestselling Authors Eloisa James and Sarah MacLean

Featured in LiveStream Online Book & Author Event

Wednesday, April 27, 2011; 5:00pm EST; Live from HarperCollins Studio (New York, NY)

www.avonromancelive.com

New York Times bestselling authors Eloisa James and Sarah MacLean headline a much-anticipated virtual book signing, powered by LiveStream, taking place at 5:00pm EST on Wednesday April, 27, 2011. Veteran romance writer James will interview rising star MacLean about her newest release, ELEVEN SCANDALS TO START TO WIN A DUKE’S HEART. Both authors with answer questions and sign copies for virtual event attendees, live from HarperCollins studio in New York, NY. Information regarding the LiveStream event can be found online at www.avonromancelive.com.

The virtual event will be immediately followed by a live, in-store appearance of Sarah MacLean at WORD in Brooklyn, New York (126 Franklin Street) at 7:30pm. Fans are invited to meet MacLean in person and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

“This is the sixth live-streaming event brought to fans by Avon Books,” says Senior Publicity Director Pam Jaffee. “Our recent ‘online signing’ from Turn the Page Bookstore in Boonsboro MD featured authors such as Nora Roberts and Jeaniene Frost, and was enjoyed by more than 1500 romance fans around the world via Livestream.  Attendees travelled (virtually) from as far as Germany, Kenya, India, Pakistan, Ireland, Nigeria and Tunisia!”

What is an “untraditional” event in this day and age? These new streaming signings marry bricks-and-mortar with online; driving a dedicated digital fanbase to support stores at local independent booksellers.

“Eloisa James and Sarah MacLean are two of our all-time favorite romance writers,” says Event Manager of WORD Jenn Northington “So we’re thrilled to be able to be a part of this event series. This will be WORD’s first time participating in a Livestream event; we’re really looking forward to it – and we know our customers are too.”

Readers can contact the skilled staff at WORD Bookstore in Greenpoint, Brooklyn (info@wordbrooklyn.com; 718 383 0096) to order personalized copies of the participating authors’ newest titles.  Newly released books from both authors include When Beauty Tamed the Beast by Eloisa James and Eleven Scandals to Start to Win a Duke’s Heart by Sarah MacLean.

More information is available online at www.livestream.com/romance and www.wordbrooklyn.com

WHEN: Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Virtual Event at 5:00pm EST

Live Book Signing at 7:30pm EST

 

WHERE:

Virtual event at http://www.avonromance.com/romancelive/

Live Book Signing at WORD in Brooklyn, New York (126 Franklin Street)

NOTE: Readers can log onto the WORD website to pre-order signed and personalized books.

http://www.wordbrooklyn.com/

 

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By Avon Books, Giveaways, Rate Me Reviews, Reviews61 Comments on Sarah MacLean creates Eleven Scandals

61 Replies to “Sarah MacLean creates Eleven Scandals”

  1. I have been anxiously await this release and am very happy that you have rated it a 9 1/2 – which means I am going to love it as much as I loved Sarah’s other books.

  3. I am so excited for this release!! Been completely hooked on this author! 😀

  9. I want this one!!! I actually just got TEN WAYS the other day, but haven’t gotten a chance to read it yet. I’m also so happy they’re doing the book signings online. That was by far one of the best ideas Avon’s had!

  11. looking forward to this book, glad to see it won’t disappoint. trailer is really cute.

  13. I loved Nine Rules to Break, but I haven’t read Ten Ways yet. Obviously I should, since I need to get ready for Eleven!

  16. I’m reading this book right now and loving it! Already, I would call it a recommended read.

    P.S. Please don’t enter me in the contest.

  17. I am sooo excited for 11 Scandals! and I’m excited because I’m going to WORD on the 27th!!

  19. Thanks for the excerpt. Now I am going to purchase the book to read it. However, I would like to win it.

  21. Your review certainly makes me want to read the book. I am particularly fond of strong heroines who dare to be different. It was also interesting to read about the online event. I love the accessibility of it.

  22. Well, looks like Sarah has another winner on her hands. I loved 9 Rules and 10 Ways and, would love to win this book. BTW, I wouldn’t mind being “inappropriately ravished” by a Duke. lol

  24. Wow, now I’m even more – if possible – eager to read this book. I was totally hooked since the first book and devoured the second one as soon as it was released. Counting the days now! 😀

  26. Great review! Sarah’s writing is wonderful and I’m happy to know that she’s written another winner. I ssssoooo hope I’m the winner!

  27. I absolutely adore this series and wish there had been 11 books instead of three in the series! I can’t wait to see what Sarah has planned for her next book because no matter what she decides on you know it will be another fanatastic “read” for us all to enjoy.

  30. I have been hearing a lot of great things about this series. I can’t wait to get my hands on the entire set!!

  32. I can’t wait to read this book. Sarah’s characters are so well done, they stay with you for a long time. Her other two in this series were great. Thanks for the review.

  33. I read the first two in this series and I loved them! Can’t wait for her new one! Thanks for a great review!

  42. What a cute book trailer, I loved it. I’m really looking forward to reading this book, it sounds fabulous.

  45. Fantastic reveiw! If you say this book is this good then I am sure it is and I have to have it. Will be putting it on my wish list.

  46. This book looks great. I have read her stories before andthey have been wonderful. Can’t wait to get this one

  47. I truly loved the first two books in the series and I am eagerly awaiting the next one. Both of these characters have intrigued me and I can’t wait to read their story!

  49. Great review! I really can’t wait to read ELEVEN SCANDALS TO START TO WIN A DUKE’S HEART, especially after reading your post!

  50. By chance i reread “Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake” yesterday. Kindled Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing A Lord” today. So happy I did . Can’t wait for the third installment. Very excited.

  51. Thanks for the wonderful review Danielle! This books sounds really good!
    And what a cute trailer! 🙂

  52. Sarah fast became a favorite author for me, and sure can’t wait to read Juliana’s story. From previous appearance in the series I’m sure she’ll be butting heads with im and cooking his goose, lol.

  53. Would love to be able to be in Brooklyn for the live signing. No one seems to come near enough to us to attend.
    Sounds like an enjoyable read. Thanks for the review, Danielle.

  59. Loved the trailer. I have her first 2 books on my TBR shelves. I will definately read them before getting into 11 Rules.

  61. I’ve read both of Sarah’s other books and loved them, so I definitely have to read this also.

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