Surrender to the Devil

By Lorraine Heath

A Devilish Duke on a Quest for Pleasure . . .

Frannie Darling was once a child of London's roughest streets, surrounded by petty thieves, pickpockets, and worse. But though she survived this harsh upbringing to become a woman of incomparable beauty, Frannie wants nothing to do with the men who lust for her, the rogues who frequent the gaming hall where she works. She can take care of herself and feels perfectly safe on her own—safe, that is, until he strides into her world, and once again it becomes a very dangerous place indeed.

To bed her but not wed her. That's what Sterling Mabry, the eighth Duke of Greystone, wants. But Frannie abhors arrogant aristocrats interested only in their own pleasure. So why then does the thought of an illicit tryst with the devilish duke leave her trembling with desire? Her willing body begs for release . . . and a wicked, wonderful surrender.

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Release date: Jun 30, 2009
• ISBN: 9780061891861

Lorraine Heath

Lorraine Heath always dreamed of being a writer. After graduating from the University of Texas, she wrote training manuals, press releases, articles, and computer code, but something was always missing. When she read a romance novel, she not only became hooked on the genre, but quickly realized what her writing lacked: rebels, scoundrels, and rogues. She’s been writing about them ever since. Her novels have been recognized with numerous industry awards and have appeared on the USA Today and New York Times bestseller lists.

Reviews for Surrender to the Devil

[jorgeousjotts · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I wasn't sure I would enjoy this hero, but he really grew on me. And the story was well crafted. I really like the friendships among this group.

[aneris-3 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

3.5

The first time we meet Sterling Mabry, the eighth Duke of Greystone, is when he returns home and finds his sister with Luke Claybourne. He seems pompous, prejudiced and overall not very pleasant person. Don't worry, he will win you over.
You don't get the truth about him and the reason he argued with his father right away. You know he has some kind of problem but it could have been anything. The author used something you can't scoff at as something unrealistic because you understand why he would think it's something really bad. At the same time, she didn't make the problem insurmountable.
Frannie Darling is a heartbreaking character, but not one to be pitied. She did seem too good to be true at times. She finally finds out what happened the night she was kidnapped when she was a young girl.
Surrender to the Devil is a bit over-the-top as far as the romance goes, but it doesn't make it a bad one. It is lust at first sight. Some readers may have issues with the speed they are going. I didn't have any issues with it.
If you don't mind a Dickensian historical romance that doesn't shy away from the gutter (but doesn't shove it in your face either), but makes its love stories and characters larger than life (they may or may not be a bit unrealistic at times), then this series is definitely for you.
The rating is influenced by other books too. It may be the weakest of the three I've read so far, but it is still a wonderful love story.

[jackie hager · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It is one of the most beutiful stories I have ever read. It gives you a feeling of satisfaction with Its ending. U can count in finding a bit of everything within the pages, laughter, romance, exotic moments, action, thrills, tears, and love.

[RadziahHashim · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

i love it....a very moving story

[ladywesley · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A surprisingly touching story, which almost had me in tears (something the typical HR never does), this is a continuation of Lorraine Heath's take on the Oliver Twist gang of lads all grown up and successful. Frannie Darling, the heroine, is the lone girl from the little band of thieves, and she has dedicated her life to saving orphans from the mean streets of London. Her background makes her a totally unsuitable wife for the Duke of Greystone, which means of course that they fall in love.

[ktleyed · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A surprisingly quick read which I enjoyed - my favorite in this series so far. This is Frannie Darling's story. Protected by Feagan's Lads (as she calls them) she finally finds love with Sterling, the Duke of Greystroke (another duke named Sterling!) Only due to their differences in status it's understood he can never marry her. He ruthlessly pursues her and because she is so taken with him - and against her better judgment - they embark upon a short affair, both knowing it can only hurt them in the end. As far-fetched as much of it was, I liked it.

[thehistorychic · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Read from April 19 to 21, 2013Read/Listened for Fun (Paperback/Kindle/Audio)Overall Rating: 4.00Story Rating: 3.75Character Rating: 4.25Audio Rating: 4.25 (not part of the overall rating)First thought after finishing: Frannie Darling deserved love and I am so glad she finally found it!Story Thoughts: I knew that Frannie's story would be a tough read. Her back story is heartbreaking and her plight for the orphaned children is heart-string pulling. I adored her part of the story and was really happy when she found love. It took a bit for to get into the romance between Frannie and Sterling but that all clicked about half way through the story. This was another fantastic addition to this series.Character Thoughts:Frannie was the "scoundrel" that I was most looking forward too! She is a fantastic leading lady and has a wonderful heart. Her back story is heartbreaking but she over came it all. Sterling took a bit too like. Seriously, his attitude and I did not quite mesh. Though as Frannie fell in love so did I! I love when characters make me love them even though I am opposedAudio Thoughts: Narrated By Susan Ericksen /Length: 8 hrs and 51 minsI wasn't sure if I would like switching over to one narrator but Susan did a fantastic job. She was FRANNIE! I don't think anyone else would be as good at getting her emotion and cadence. It just worked!Final Thoughts: I need to get the last in this series soon!

[librarydanielle_1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

the beginning was a bit slow, but it picked up rather well.

[addictofromance · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

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