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    Falling from His Grace
    Falling from His Grace
    Falling from His Grace
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    Falling from His Grace

    By Kristin Vayden

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    At a private masquerade club, an innocent lady poses as a courtesan to play a dangerous game of hearts in this sexy Regency romance series debut.

    Lucas Mayfield, the Eighth Earl of Heightford, has devised an ingenious gentlemen's club where anonymity protects the reputations of all. But when a young courtesan appears far too innocent, his suspicions are raised . . . along with his interest. When her gleaming hair tumbles down, he recognizes the Duke of Chatterwood's beautiful daughter. Lucas has no idea how the lady managed to get in—or how she tempted him into an unforgettable kiss . . .

    Liliah Durary is in a bind. Her father cruelly insists that she marry a man she does not love—who is, in fact, desperately in love with her best friend. She has no choice but to maintain a platonic marriage until some other arrangement can be made. Still, she's determined to experience pleasure before she is wed. An intriguing new club seems the perfect place—and Lucas Mayfield seems the perfect man for the arrangement she seeks . . .

    “This Regency romp is a well-balanced mix of heat and sweetness.” —Publishers Weekly
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLyrical Press
    Release dateAug 28, 2018
    ISBN9781516105694
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    Kristin Vayden

    Kristin Vayden is an experienced author who has written twenty books and anthologies. An acquisitions editor for a boutique publishing house, her books have been featured on Hallmark Channel's Home and Family. For more information, visit her at kristinvayden.weebly.com or on Twitter at @KristinVayden.

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    • 3/5
      Walk on the wild side!What do you do when your father autocratically demands that you marry your best friend. Despite the fact that he is desperately in love with your friend.Liliah Durary, daughter the Duke of Chatterwood, is determined not to go quietly into the night.She makes the decision to kick up her heels, to maybe live life somewhat before being forced into a platonic marriage. Liliah, Meyer and Rebecca have determined that if all else fails, the marriage will be just that.The news of a secret club, where all wear a masquerade mask, identities hidden, appeals. Lilia worries at her male acquaintances until they let slip the club's location.And this is the part that I find hard to imagine, a fairly well sheltered maiden slipping off alone into the less salubrious parts of town in the dark of night to engage in what? All I can think is Danger, Danger, Danger! And in disguise, and alone, being the daughter of a Duke carries no weight.Lucas Mayfield, the Eighth Earl of Heightfort, and part owner of the exclusive club is flummoxed when he recognizes Liliah in his club. He needs to get to the bottom of it ... hell he needs to get her out of there! But kissing Liliah? That opens up a whole new avenue of problems.So demanding parents, a daughter walking on the wild side, and a man unwillingly drawn towards the siren call of an innocent crossing the lines makes for an intriguing, if somewhat predictable read.A NetGalley ARC
    • 3/5
      Rcvd an ARC at no cost to author..(netgalley) This was the first time that I have read from this author, but I have been dying to since I had heard about her before. It has been awhile since I have read a historical fiction romance book, and as always I tend to enjoy them. This one was similar and yet different at the same time, let me explain. So we have the main character Luc who is a rake and who does not really associate with the ton, not when they have there soiree's atleast he decides to open a gaming hall and there he associates with the ton, you know take their money and lead them to debauchery. Then we have Lilah who is being made to marry one of her best friends and it is killing her because said best friend is in love with her other best friend, they are trying to get out of it but their fathers are being unreasonable. Where did I find the difference to the other historical book, well Lilah was pretty brazen, she did things that woman of her era would not have done, All that said I did enjoy the book, just found it a little wordy...That being said, I do intend on following the series, thinking and hoping Heathcliff is next! Enjoy!

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    • 5/5
      4.5 Stars A historical romance with a bit of saucy wit and intelligent characters. This novel is the first book I've read by the author, but I look forward to the sequel and checking out other works. The writing flows well, the plot is engaging, and the dialogue is playful and fun. If you enjoy historical romance, give this light-hearted one a try.GoodReads FirstReads Giveaway

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    • 5/5
      Falling from his Grace by Kristin VaydenGentlemen of Temptation #1Highly realistic – probably notWell written – yesLikable characters – big smile on my facePredictable ending – there is definitely a HEA for the coupleDid I enjoy the book – another big smile and a definite yesDo I want to read more in the series – without a doubt! Lady Liliah Durary is a bit of a handful and often seems to go against her father’s wishes sneaking out to ride her horse or do as she will and that is likely not something that took place in the early 1800’s. The fact that she is being forced into a marriage neither she nor the husband to be wants to be included in makes her decide to experience pleasure at least one before the nuptials…so…hearing of an exclusive rather risqué club she heads off in disguise to see what will happen…realistic? Probably not. Of course she runs into a gentleman that assumes one thing only to find out that she is not the courtesan that she appears to be. And, with a bit of the Cinderella idea in play she flees into the night. Lucas and his two friends have established “Temptations” as a place of gambling and pleasure for men of means. He has a backstory that makes him leery of marriage and ties though Liliah begins to break down his walls a bit at a time. Finding out more about Liliah seems to be a must and keeping her silent about the club a necessity. And thus the story begins with an agreement that will change both of their lives in more ways than one.With two father’s to thwart, a marriage to prevent, a sister to save and a romance or two in the making this is a fun story that feels of the era in the way it is written even if the likelihood of such a story happening in real life beggars belief…at least a bit…or more than a bit ;) But…fiction is written to help us escape, stimulate our minds and…entertain and this book did all of that and more. I do want to read more in this series and can’t wait to read what comes next.Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books – Lyrical Press for the ARC – This is my honest review. 4-5 Stars

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    • 3/5
      Rcvd an ARC at no cost to author..(netgalley) This was the first time that I have read from this author, but I have been dying to since I had heard about her before. It has been awhile since I have read a historical fiction romance book, and as always I tend to enjoy them. This one was similar and yet different at the same time, let me explain. So we have the main character Luc who is a rake and who does not really associate with the ton, not when they have there soiree's atleast he decides to open a gaming hall and there he associates with the ton, you know take their money and lead them to debauchery. Then we have Lilah who is being made to marry one of her best friends and it is killing her because said best friend is in love with her other best friend, they are trying to get out of it but their fathers are being unreasonable. Where did I find the difference to the other historical book, well Lilah was pretty brazen, she did things that woman of her era would not have done, All that said I did enjoy the book, just found it a little wordy...That being said, I do intend on following the series, thinking and hoping Heathcliff is next! Enjoy!

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