The Seduction of Emily
by Rachel Brimble
Historical Romance
Publisher: eKensington
Release Date: April 1, 2013
Heat Level: Steamy
Length: 225 pages
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Description:
Seduction is a wicked game, and no one plays it better than the devilish Will Samson in Rachel Brimble’s captivating new novel. . .
Since girlhood, Emily Darson has accepted that she will marry Nicholas, the son of her father’s trusted business partner. The marriage contract safeguards her family legacy, Emily’s fortune, and everything she values–except her independence. Only when a sinfully handsome scoundrel enters her life does Emily realize quite how much a loveless match will cost her.
Will Samson has advanced from expert pickpocket to confidence trickster of the highest caliber. Now he has come to Bath to exact vengeance on the man who destroyed his mother–the man Emily will soon marry. But from his first glimpse of the enemy’s bewitching, spirited fiancé, Will’s plan changes.
Amid the ballrooms and salons of elegant society, heated glances explode into scandalous kisses. Revenge is sweet, but surrender will be irresistible. . .
Warning: This title is intended for readers over the age of 18 as it contains adult sexual situations and/or adult language, and may be considered offensive to some readers.
Excerpt
His caught breath released in a low whistle. Attraction twitched his groin. “My God, tell me you’re not his.”
His gaze languidly travelled from the tip of the feather in the woman’s hat, to the glossy black hair curled and twisted beneath it. Her eyes were big and dark, her skin as smooth as glass over sweet apple cheeks. The vivid royal blue dress she wore was pulled in at a waist small enough to fit in his splayed hands, her stature poised and proud. She was exquisite.
Will smiled. Although her ample bosom was decently covered, the soft white netting revealed the faintest hue of her flesh. What he wouldn’t give . . . He forced his gaze upward and stiffened. She stared straight at him—and her mouth twitched with amusement. He pulled back his shoulders and flashed her a smile.
She didn’t lower her eyes as he expected.
Intrigued, he tipped her a wink.
A moment passed before she surprised him again. She did not turn away in disgust or demand Milne punch him to the ground; instead the minx winked straight back. Desire hit Will hard in the gut as a bubble of laughter tickled the back of his throat.
Who was she? He revelled in the tinge of pink staining her cheeks and suspected inside, she laughed right along with him.
Their secretly shared moment came to an abrupt end when her companion took her hand and placed it possessively in the crook of his arm. He led her in Will’s direction and Will bowed as they passed.
About the Author:
I live with my fantastic husband, our two young daughters and my beloved black Labrador, Max in a small market town near the famous Georgian City of Bath. Having always ‘played’ with writing, I didn’t seriously sit down and write toward publication until I became pregnant with my second daughter – then I told myself to get my butt in the chair and get on with it before she grows up and I’m forced to get a real job!
Lots of short stories followed as did lots of rejections! I took a few distance learning courses, joined some online writers groups and basically, learned my craft. Finally deciding short stories weren’t working for me (they are an art form in themselves!), in 2006 I decided to embark on my first novel and voila Searching For Sophie was born! Since then, my other books have followed each year.
And when I’m not writing? You’ll find me with my head in a book or walking the beautiful English countryside with my family. And in the evening? Well, a well-deserved glass of wine is never, ever refused.
Connect with Rachel Brimble
Website: http://www.rachelbrimble.com/
Blog: http://rachelbrimble.blogspot.com/
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rachelbrimble
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rachel-Brimble/181873201887441
Tour Schedule for The Seduction of Emily
October 21 – November 3
October 21:
A Little Fiction of Every Flavour – Promo, Excerpt
Romance that’s ‘Out Of This World – Promo, Excerpt
October 22:
Sleepless Nights Romance Reviews – Review
October 23:
Sweetie’s Contemporary Romance – Promo
October 24:
LOVE WITHOUT YOU – Excerpt
October 25:
Book Reviews by Xunaira J. – Promo
October 26:
The Avid Reader – Promo, Excerpt
October 27:
Lusty Penguin Reviews – Promo, Excerpt
October 28:
Babbling about Books and More – Review, Author Interview and Promo
October 29:
Reading Rainblog – Review, Excerpt
October 30:
Dalene’s Book Reviews – Promo, Excerpt
October 31:
Danita Minnis – Excerpt
November 1:
Readaholic’s Reviews – Review, Promo, Excerpt
November 2:
Crystal’s Many Reviewers – Review
November 3:
My Devotional Thoughts – Review
Words of Wisdom from The Scarf Princess – Review
I love the sound of the story and can’t wait to read it.
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I’m not one who normally goes for historical romance, but this seems like it could turn the tide. I like the excerpt and I like that they have a sizzling playful chemistry just from the bit you showed today.