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Scandal, Secrets and the Marquess

To keep her safe, he will have to set a new course for his life.

Naval Commander Malcolm Iveson returns to London and receives a new assignment to discover missing artifacts smuggled into England. His instructions are simple; take up his title as the Marquess of Kingsbury, pretend to be looking for a wife, and discreetly uncover who in the ton is behind the stolen artifacts. Falling head over heels for the daughter of his prime suspect was not the plan.

At the mercy of her cruel father, wallflower Adeline Amberly is trying to find a way to save her family from scandal. She is clever enough to know that the artifacts her father claims are from an archaeological dig are most likely stolen. But the more secrets she uncovers, the more alone she feels. One person, the irreverent Lord Kingsbury, constantly confuses her with his attention and his compliments. Could she trust him to help her?

Malcolm kidnaps his damsel-in-distress and they embark on a road trip fraught with bad weather, hired thugs, and inns with only one bed. As Malcolm peels back the layers of Adeline’s secrets, will his desire for her overpower his duty to do his job?

Reviews for Scandal, Secrets and the Marquess

Wow, just WOW! There is something for everyone in this story of betrayal, love, loss and redemption. Adeline is a wallflower with a caring brother, melancholy momma and one NASTY father. Malcom has lost his entire family and made the navy his home. The scenario weaved by this author leaves you breathless, wondering what other trick she has up her sleeve. Just when you think the twists and turns are over, here comes another! I truly enjoyed this story and was stunned with some of it. Get your hands on this one quick!.

Txyankeeny - Bookbub reviewer

Are you looking for a historical romance that has a little bit of everything in it, a beautiful steamy romance, mystery, danger fabulous characters then this is the one to read, I loved it from start to finish, Malcom and Adeline are just the best couple, I read this one in one sitting, it is a fabulous book.

Helen - Amazon reviewer

Extremely well written, full of action, love, villains, emotions, kidnapping, murder, suspense, theft, intrigue and so many twists....Has lots of surprises. Will keep you reading and on the edge of your seat, so enjoy. Would recommend to everyone this story plus the rest of the series.

Rose - Amazon reviewer

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