From the New York Times bestselling author who Lisa Kleypas hails as "too good to be true" comes the first book in her beloved Maiden Lane series.A MAN CONTROLLED BY HIS DESIRES . . . Infamous for his wild, sensual needs, Lazarus Huntington, Lord Caire, is searching for a savage killer in St. Giles, London's most notorious slum. Widowed Temperance Dews knows St. Giles like the back of her hand-she's spent a lifetime caring for its inhabitants at the foundling home her family established. Now that home is at risk . . . A WOMAN HAUNTED BY HER PAST . . . Caire makes a simple offer-in return for Temperance's help navigating the perilous alleys of St. Giles, he will introduce her to London's high society so that she can find a benefactor for the home. But Temperance may not be the innocent she seems, and what begins as cold calculation soon falls prey to a passion that neither can control-one that may well destroy them both.A BARGAIN NEITHER COULD REFUSE
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"This is the first book in an outstanding series by a Master (or rather Misstress!) storyteller. In this series she spins amazing tales of the people of London in the 18th century bringing out the full richness of that city. The characters are also beautifully crafted internally with a myriad of shadows and nuances, good and bad, no angels with a few devils. All having multi-layered interactions as human beings. The other thing I like about Ms. Hotye is authenticity. Lord Caire is a tormented man who has some peculiar sexual proclivities and when the writer says ‘peculiar’ she delivers. Mrs. Temperance Dews comes from a totally different background. Not only is she not nobility but she was raised in a very strict household. The two come together because they make a deal that benefits both of them. Passion was not involved in that deal but it erupted between them like a volcano and they both can’t help delve into their own sensuality. Love grows, of course, and binds them despite the divide. There is sweet redemption for several characters at the end. " — Biba (5 out of 5 stars)
"This is the first book in an outstanding series by a Master (or rather Misstress!) storyteller. In this series she spins amazing tales of the people of London in the 18th century bringing out the full richness of that city. The characters are also beautifully crafted internally with a myriad of shadows and nuances, good and bad, no angels with a few devils. All having multi-layered interactions as human beings. The other thing I like about Ms. Hotye is authenticity. Lord Caire is a tormented man who has some peculiar sexual proclivities and when the writer says ‘peculiar’ she delivers. Mrs. Temperance Dews comes from a totally different background. Not only is she not nobility but she was raised in a very strict household. The two come together because they make a deal that benefits both of them. Passion was not involved in that deal but it erupted between them like a volcano and they both can’t help delve into their own sensuality. Love grows, of course, and binds them despite the divide. There is sweet redemption for several characters at the end. "
“Bestseller Hoyt brings steamy sensuality to the slums of early eighteenth-century London in this engaging series launch…Readers will enjoy the unusual pairing of an aristocratic man and a poor but educated widow, enhanced by earthy, richly detailed characterizations and deft historical touches.”
“Hoyt uses her gift for reimagining classic fairy tale themes to create a magnificently rendered story that not only enchants but enthralls. With its mesmerizing plot and unforgettable characters, Wicked Intentions will make readers eager for the next Maiden Lane novel.”
“With a dash of sharp wit; a rare literary flair for creating complex, compelling characters; and lively writing that packs a powerful emotional punch, Hoyt delivers the first sensually charged, danger-infused installment in a new Georgian-set series.”
Bestseller Hoyt brings steamy sensuality...in this engaging series launch... enhanced by earthy, richly detailed characterizations and deft historical touches.
There's an enchantment to Hoyt's stories that makes you believe in the magic of love.
Elizabeth Hoyt writes with flair, sophistication, and unstoppable passion.
Hoyt is firmly in control of her craft with engaging characters, gripping plot and clever dialogue.
The new master of the historical romance genre.
A sexy, steamy treat!
" Pretty hot romance but the hero and heroine angst is a bit too much at times. "
" The book is like a fresh breeze: a truly unique story and unforgettable characters. Can't wait to read Mickey and Silence's story. "
" I'm not a big fan of where EH is going lately, and this is just another example. I'd read this if it was in the library, but won't bother buying them. "
" It has flaws but I enjoyed the characters, for the most part. The book sucked me in and I couldnt put it down. "
" Wanted to try out historical fiction, since I read Wendy Vella's Reluctant Countess. I picked Hoyt on a whim and I'm glad I did. The Maiden Lane series is very enjoyable. "
" Dull, cold, unlovable characters.This was my first book by Hoyt and it will be my last! "
" "I feel bad about myself because I like sex.""I don't have feelings because this one time twenty years ago someone made me feel sad.""Want to hook up and make each other miserable?""Yeah, totally." "
" Now I see what all the fuss between my GR friends is all about! What a fantastic story. I am very anxious to read the next book in this series. I can't wait till Silence's story comes out in September. "
" I could. not. put this book down!!! It had everything I hope for in a romance: lots o' steam, a dark mystery, poor heroine title aristocrat.. Perfect. I'm hoping I found a new author to hunt for. "
" Loved it. The characters were so complex and had so much to work through with each other. Both of them were tortured souls who found & healed each other. Won't give away surprise but it was a good one. "
" Starts out a bit slow but the story gets better as it goes along. Would have liked to have the murder mystery a bit more developed but it was a fun read all the same. "
" the Silence storyline was totally unnecessary and combined with what I felt were gratuitous sex scenes, ended up pulling down what was otherwise a rather sweet beauty-and-the-beast story. "
" This is a wonderful series. I love every book she writes. Wonderful author! "
" #1 Maiden Lane series - Historical Romance "
" This is a very good book-keeps you interested, good sex scenes and a nice story with sympathetic characters. First in the Maiden Lane series. "
Elizabeth Hoyt is the author of three critically acclaimed historical romance series. Her books have been finalists four times in Romance Writers of America’s prestigious RITA award contest, have won two Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Awards, and were nominated for a third. All of her books have received Top Pick reviews from RT Book Reviews magazine. Both Wicked Intentions and Notorious Pleasures received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly. Four of her books were voted into All About Romance’s (AAR’s) Top 100 Romances of All Time list and six were Desert Isle Keepers at AAR. Her books have been translated into twelve languages.
Ashford McNab is an AudioFile Earphones Award–winning narrator. She is the daughter of an Anglican minister and a novelist, raised in London, a graduate of the Charterhouse School in Surrey, and an apprentice of a celebrated Comedia del Arte theater company in Prague. She has narrated the Maiden Lane series of books, among others. Her voice can be heard in numerous ad campaigns. In addition to her extensive voice work, she can often be seen “treading the boards” in New York City and across America.
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