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A respectable viscount. A virtuous lady. A foray into London’s seedy underworld will unmask their secret desires. After years of holding his crumbling family together, Edward, the upstanding Viscount Meriden, embarks on one night of reckless abandon at a notorious house of sin. There he meets a masked mystery woman and longs to uncover all her … masked mystery woman and longs to uncover all her secrets. But when he realizes she’s an old friend on a dangerous mission, he insists on becoming her protector.
Miss Lucinda Wagner is the only woman in a family of men rumored to be spies. When her father goes missing, she infiltrates a treacherous world to find him. When her childhood friend “Steady Eddie” discovers her secret, he insists upon watching over her. To gain his silence, she accepts his help.
As Luci and Edward delve deeper into the criminal underworld and threats assail them from all sides, the only safe harbor in the city is in each other’s arms. Until the sparks between them threaten to ignite their long-denied passion.
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Luci is concerned about her missing father and goes to a gentleman’s house party—code word for a den of iniquity—in hopes of gaining information that will help her find him. She doesn’t quite realize the dangerous world she is dipping her toe into. She is surprised to find Steady Eddie there, who has been a friend of her of the family since she was a child. She had a crush on him until she realized that he was much too dull for her to truly consider as a life mate. This is why it is such a surprise to find him at this party that is only a step above a brothel. While he doesn’t recognize her at the party, he is intrigued by her scandalous persona, and he soon finds out who she really is. Once he knows what is going on, he insists on helping her figure out what’s going on with her father so he can protect her.
I so enjoyed this romantic Victorian suspense! Early on, the author did an excellent job portraying Edward as a proper English gentleman in a very uncomfortable setting; he usually didn’t go to debauched house parties; he wanted just one night of craziness. She was even able to give him speech patterns that make him sound like a toff but not so much that it sounds like unnatural speech; I think this is a hard line to straddle, but the author did this perfectly. The hero and heroine have fantastic chemistry. He is willing to put himself in harm’s way to protect her and help her figure out the mystery. The more time they spend together, the more steamy the book becomes, but the progress of their romance seemed appropriate to their characters. I love the suspense element in this plot and enjoyed seeing what the characters had to do as they became more deeply involved in the criminal underworld. The ending was very satisfying.
Luci and Edward are a delightful couple to watch as they try to unravel all that is going on while falling more deeply for each other. This is the second book I’ve read of the Harrow Five series, and I look forward to the next installment. If you like historical romance with a bit of suspense, you will most likely enjoy this book.
An entertaining read for those who like mystery/ amature sluthing with their historical romances!
My first book by Nancy Yeager and I
thouroghly enjoyed reading this book and though it took longer for me to read( tornadoes, power loss, no Wi-Fi, etc) I totally recommend this and any future books by this author . I personally feel she is someone to look for in future reading material.
Thumbs up , Nancy!!Nancy Yeager
This is the very first book that I have read by Nancy Yeager. I absolutely loved it! I loved the time period that this book was written about. I loved where the story took place and I loved the easy breezy writing style! I have been extremely busy at work and I haven’t been getting a lot of me time. This book was the perfect cure for that. Nancy Yeager drew me into this story with her vivid storytelling. This book was a perfect distraction from the mundane workweek! I would recommend this lovely book to anyone who is looking for a little love story with a little mystery and adventure. Excellent story. I can’t wait to see what other stories she has available!
This is the story of Edward and Lucinda. This is a first time author for me and what a delightful surprise. I thoroughly enjoyed the story and the relationship between them. It has enough suspense and drama to keep you turning the pages. It is light read and very enjoyable. Recommended.
I received this book as an Arc and I am reviewing it voluntarily.
This book was a refreshing read for me. It has wit and a plot that leaves you reading and guessing. The romance is spot on. The characters are well developed and it continues the story of Edward. But, this can be a standalone. The way the family and friends are entertained is entertaining and enjoyable. I was entertained and it kept my attention. I was upset to reach the end. It is a book that you will be glad you read!!
It is about a love that has been building for year between 2 friends and they decide to act on it. Is has all the aspects of romance you will love!!
****4.5 stars!****
One night and one decision will change everything…
Aaah, I loved this story! It had everything – drama, suspense, intrigue, and romance *sighs*
Bored with the ennui of his life, Edward, Viscount Meriden, longs for an escape. Even if just for one night. Well, they say be careful what you wish for, but I think in our Steady Eddie’s case it’s the best thing that could ever happen to him.
Propriety is paramount to men of Edward’s station. Yet, who knew all that molten passion awaited just underneath those perfect manners? *snorts*
Unleashing in 3, 2, 1…
Boom!
*snorts*
I loved Luci – she totally underestimates her worth! But let me tell you, this is no damsel in distress. As Edward and Luci embark on their mission, she finds she is made of sterner stuff than even she realises.
And did I mention the passion??! Oops, I did *blushes* In my defence though, it bears repeating multiple times. Convention may dictate certain rules, but these two are ready to throw the rulebook out the window *winks*
Although this is book two in the Harrow’s Finest Five Series, it can easily be read as a standalone. I love this cast of characters. Regardless of titles, they are there for each other no questions asked.
I only had one small niggle, and that’s although the book is set in London, it’s been written in US English. But, in the grand scheme of things, that’s neither here nor there.
Yeah *nods*, I know I’ve overused love as an adjective in this review but when it fits, it fits *shrugs*
I’m going to play catch up on the prequel and book one I’ve missed then I only have to wait till August for book three *claps* I’m only sad about one thing: a certain Duke doesn’t have his book till next year. Ugh! I hate waiting…
3.5/5
I was a bit surprised by this one. Nicely done. There were some editing issues that were a little annoying, but the writing was good. I do feel like I missed some backstory as this is the third in series, but I’d be happy to go back and read the previous two.
Strong heroine, lovable hero, good supporting cast and some humor thrown in here and there.
Newest book in this series.
Two Scandals Are Better Than One is the latest book in the Harris’s Finest Five series.
Book #3 is in this reader’s opinion the best so far.
They are all three clean and well written books. I would recommend reading them in order but each book can stand on it’s own. I actually read this book first and went back and read books #1 & 2. I am looking forward to book #4.
This book gets 4.5 of 5.0 stars for storyline and characterization.
We previously met our hero and heroine in the first two books and got to delve deeper into their characters and story here.
Book two in the Harrow’s Finest Five series and I want to read the next book. A well written story with a great story line and pages that flowed smoothly from one to the other. Miss Lucinda Wager and Edward,Viscount Meriden’s story has drama, danger, suspense, kidnapping, twists, turns, spies, and romance. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A delightful romp
This is book 3 in Nancy Yeagers Harrows Finest Five. Although a series I feel they can be read as standalone. Poor “Steady Eddie” had no idea where his night of fun would lead to. Imagine his surprise in discovering his mystery woman was his childhood friend Miss Lucinda Wagner. Not to mention the danger she was putting herself in. I liked the family spy trope. The descriptions of her disguises make giggle but not as much as Eddies. Nancy Yeager has become one of my go to authors. It was a delightful romp with just the right amount of everything I look forward to reading the next books in the series.
The main characters are Luci and Edward who know each other and unexpectedly meet in a place neither of them should be! They strike a bargain and work together to find Luci’s dad. The author does a wonderful job of building the characters and their relationship to each other as they become closer to each other. The story is fun at times and there’s some adventure and intrigue that held my attention. An enjoyable read. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Luci and Edward
Her father is missing. She is the only female in a family rumored to be spies. She infiltrates a dangerous world looking for him. Edward, a childhood friend, discovers her secret and insists on protecting her. To keep him silent she agrees.
This is such an enjoyable book! Lots of danger, intrigue, and of course romance.
Currently there are 3 standalone books in this series, with plans to add more. If you love Victorian romance and mystery, then buy this book… the whole series even.
The meeting of a masked beauty.
This book was a true adventure so fun to read! The author did a splendid job of bringing out all the characters personalities and the characters were awesome. There is a bit of a mystery and suspense that builds from the start till the end. Great twists and turns I’m looking forward to the next in the series. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
I’ve read 2 of these series books and they each have connection to each other and they bring the readers into their world. If you read Emme & Daniel’s story then you will love this one since this is Emme’s older brother Edward a Harrow’s fine son and also Luci is Emme’s 2nd best friend next to Tessa Alcott. They all know each other with they were under 10 and Luci was very young when she fell for Edward but knew he wouldn’t see her other this his sister’s friend, and as a teenager she gave up hope when she hears that Edward was spending his time with his mistress a young widow. But she would have never believed that when she doned on a scandalous dress and a black wig to cover her blond and Edward would be there lusting after her but kissing later on, her dreams came true but in the process she’s on her own mission to find her father that’s never late coming home from business trips. Seedy house of sin, greed, betrayals, secrets, friendships and desires!!
This was a fun book to read. Lots of drama, action, twists, and romance that grew between two people who had known each other since childhood. Luci’s father goes missing and she’s not able to contact her brothers so she takes things into her own hands and starts searching! Edward has known Luci since she was five but never really paid attention to her, so he was surprised when he found out she was the “mysterious woman in black” from the house party. The story was well written and had great pacing. The suspense was so catching that it was hard to put the book down! I received an ARC for an honest review.
An entertaining read. I enjoyed Luci and Edward as they were drawn together. The steam between them was intense as they finally gave into their desire for each other. The danger, intrigue, and growing attraction kept the story more quickly. The secondary characters were a fun bunch as well. I recommend this story.
I received a copy of this story through Enticing Journey Book Promotions, and this is my unsolicited review.
Excitement galore! Two scandals really are better than one!
A Victorian romance set in the criminal underworld. Miss Lucinda Wagner is the only woman in a family of men rumored to be spies. When her father goes missing it’s up to her to find out what happens and what better clue than looking through his personal correspondence in his library. The note she finds leads her to a house of ill repute to find a character who may have more information. At this illict house party she is masked and wigged . Viscount Edward Meriden is intrigued by this masked beauty and can not get her off his mind. When he realizes it’s a woman he’s known a long time he takes her under cover and will protect her as the tension builds while they search dangerous places for her father.
Wonderful story line, it kept me on my toes as the suspense and drama builds page by page.
Published May 30th 2019 by Nyb Publishing
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
SURPRISE a female spy in this Victorian romance! Page turner with Drama, suspense and some wild steamy sex!
Original storyline with interesting characters.
Attending a masked dissolute house party to have one night of abandon, Edward, Viscount Meriden sees her. “There in the archway, framed by the gas lanterns in front of her and the flicker of candles in the sconces from the hall behind her, stood the most glorious creature Edward had ever seen.”
“This woman, something inside him growled. This woman is what I want.”What a way to “see” an old friend he did not recognize at first, Miss Lucinda Wagner. She is in disguise trying to find her missing father and get close to a man there who may know information.
But things never quite go as planned and she barely escapes after a wonderful kiss from Edward. Oh yes, she had dreamed of one when she was younger and friends with his sister!
When Edward finds out her secret, he insists on protecting her and join the search in some of the most dangerous places!
An engaging story that pulled me in from the first and would not let me go until I turned the last page! Danger, suspense, secrets and a steamy attraction that builds with these two wonderful characters! This is the first book I have read by this author and I cannot wait to read more!
The story, characters and pacing were all well done. There’s enough drama to drive the story but not enough to get bogged down in it.