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His Wicked EmbraceAdrienne Basso

His Wicked Embrace

Adrienne Basso (2012)

SubgenreHistorical Romance
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SettingContemporary
CSM age18+

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentSteamy
LanguageNone

Synopsis

ONE KISS IS ALL IT TAKES Damien St. Lawrence, the eighth Earl of Saunders, couldn't believe his eyes. Though the woman standing before him bore a striking resemblance to his late wife, it was her familiar violet eyes that haunted him while stirring his senses to an irresistible longing. FOR A LADY OF VIRTUE Miss Isabella Browning was both frightened and intrigued by her new employer. Rumors and scandalous tales about him were rife, but Isabella was drawn to Damien's tender concern for his children-and the temptation of his arms around her. TO BECOME A MISTRESS OF DESIRE Ignoring her escalating passion for Damien, Isabella threw herself into her work, trying to keep her two unruly charges out of mischief. Yet with each passing day, Isabella found herself succumbing to Damien's spell-until they shared one unforgettable night of ecstasy. But just as her trust grew, Lord Thomas Poole, Damien's brother-in-law arrived, determined to make Isabella his by exposing Damien's dark secrets. Soon the shocking truth about Damien's wife was revealed-a truth that could destroy their love.or prove that it could overcome anything.

Tags

Gothic ElementsFamily DramaRegency

His Wicked Embrace: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This historical romance contains explicit intimate scenes between the widowed earl and his children's governess. Features themes of scandal, family secrets, and a dead wife's mysterious past that threatens the new romance.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, steamy sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death of spouse, grief, and manipulation (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adult readers will be drawn to the passionate forbidden romance between the haunted earl and the virtuous governess he employs.