From USA Today Bestselling and Award-Winning Author Lucy Leroux A Readers’ Favorite 5-star read___________________________________Isobel Sterling is a governess with many secrets—including an uncanny ability she’s been hiding her whole life, until the day arrives when she has to use it to save herself from a madman. But first she has to master it. Fast.Governess Isobel Sterling feels fortunate to … it. Fast.
Governess Isobel Sterling feels fortunate to have found a safe haven in the Montgomery household. The children are kind and the lord and lady of the house leave her alone. Just when her life seems as good as it can get, mysterious visitors arrive from abroad.
At first Isobel is flattered by the single-minded attention she receives from their handsome young guest, Matteo Garibaldi. But when girls in the village go missing, Isobel has a terrible suspicion the disappearances are linked to the darkness she can see growing behind Matteo’s eyes. Filled with dread, she tries to avoid his company—until she is locked in with him for the night.
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Matteo is well and truly cursed but is Isobel as well with her streak of bad luck?
This is a darker read that is exciting to read. I like that the accents are spelled out making for a more immersive read. There are some elements/situations that some will find to be a trigger.
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If you like a good paranormal / historical romance then this is the book for you. The author does a great job bringing strong characters and building the story. The scenes are described in vivid detail. Her characters have a steamy chemistry and fiery passion. It’s a well written book,moves quickly and smoothly and I enjoyed reading.
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Loved the story and loved the characters, the paranormal historical story. I love the way the story is well written, it keeps you interested and wanting to know what is going to happen next.
Thank you for allowing me to review the book I really enjoyed it.
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I absolutely LOVED this book. It was a book that I will be reading again and again. It was intensely wonderful. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book in exchange for a free copy.
This was not for me but if you like these kinds then you will love it
Great book. Witch and a man cursed turns into a romance with her trying to save him. Very well written. Had me hooked from the beginning.
I loved it! The story pulled me into the mystery and suspense. The use of magic to help Matteo, leading to romance and steam, A unique story by a new to me author. Looking to read more by Lucy Leroux!
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Isobel is enjoying her purposefully quiet, boring life as a governess until her employers dine to entertain guests. Much to Isobel’s ire, she has caught the eye of the visiting Nobile die Conti di Santa Fiora. There’s something not quite right about him, but what? Isobel will soon discover the secret he hides in a most unfortunate way, causing her to reveal secrets of her own. The two become entwined, and Isobel finds herself suddenly living a far from boring life. Settle in for Lucy Leroux’s Cursed, an enchanting read of dark romance, mystery, magic, and a few steamy scenes sprinkled in for good measure.
I’ve read several books written by Lucy Leroux; she has done a great job at writing a good book; she is becoming one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
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I loved this story, its dark with Gothic “locus horrendus”, romantic, steamy with my favorite paranormal features. Matteo and Isobel I adored them, wonderful characters great storyline.
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This period piece with governess Isobel and the tormented Matteo had a little bit of everything. Intrigue, suspense, murder, and suspicion prevailed as Isobel suspected Matteo of crimes but refused to believe that he was guilty.
A bit of paranormal magic thrown in as Isobel’s abilities spiced up the storyline in finding out the true reason behind local murders occurring in their town.
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I don’t usually read books about witches but I enjoy Lucy Leroux. I would call Isobel a good witch. Isobel was a governess. Matteo was cursed and Isobel could see the dark aura around him at times. Matteo was attracted to Isobel and so was the being that inhabited him, that being desired to posses her but Matteo fell in love with her. It was a good story with a HEA.
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Cursed: A Spellbound Regency Novel by Lucy Leroux is a Historical, Dark Erotica, Paranormal Romance. An enjoyable, sexy, well-written read with a storyline full of suspense and mystery. Great characters and steamy scenes. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
She has found a safe place where she is left alone and she can keep all her secrets. She has a lower which she has to keep hidden. Then visitors arrived and her life is about to be turned upside down. How is it going to go? What will happen? Follow her to see
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I enjoyed this dark romance. Isobel is a beautiful governess and she enjoys her job. Until one day the family receives guests from abroad. Matteo is very friendly and respectful to her.. But, she senses something is not right with him.
This story had me wondering what was going to happen next, suspenseful and a page turner. Who knew that she would be his saving grace!!! I loved this story!
It was intriguing and frustrating at times. There were some things that weren’t quite well thought but when you just decide to enjoy the paranormal story, those don’t seem so important.
A mixture of different styles but pleasant as a whole.
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I didn’t know what to expect with this read, but a love story that involved demon- possession was not one of them. Isobel (Isabella as he calls her) is a closet witch with dominant powers living a life as a governess for reasons that won’t be explained until near the end of the book and Matteo is a Comte’s cursed son. I thought at first this was going to be more of a love story, but it was more of a “I’m sorry I tried to rape and kill you when the demon possessed me, but I think I may love you” story on Matteo’s part while he tries to convince Isobel for most of the book. The love comes, but is it because she feels sorry for him or what?! I’m in the middle about this book
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A good blend of historical romance and paranormal. I really enjoyed reading this book. I also look forward to teading more books by Ms. Leroux