His Scandalous Kiss (Secrets at Thorncliff Manor #3)

by Sophie Barnes

Overview

A masquerade ball reveals the heart’s secret desires in this scintillating Regency romance from the bestselling author of The Earl’s Complete Surrender.

Richard Heartly has exiled himself from society since the war, plotting his revenge for a terrible betrayal. A masked ball at Thorncliff Manor is intended to be a brief diversion. Instead, he encounters a fascinating young woman as entranced by the music as he is. He can’t reveal his identity to Lady Mary. But her siren song keeps drawing him back, and their clandestine meetings could be hazardous to his plan—and to her virtue . . .

Avoiding an unwanted marriage was easy when Lady Mary was ignored by the ton. Thanks to her dazzling appearance at the masquerade, she’s a wallflower no longer. Eligible suitors abound, yet the only man she wants is the brooding, seductive companion who keeps his face hidden. A man who tempts her to disclose her own shocking secret, one that could divide them forever . . .

“Has just the right amount of enchantment mixed with poignancy to fulfill readers’ fantasies. The depth of emotions, the light of the redeeming power of love, and the intrigue and suspense make this third installment Barnes’ strongest tale to date.” —RT Book Reviews (4 stars)

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780062358929
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	08/18/2023
Series:	Secrets at Thorncliff Manor Series , #3
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	387
Sales rank:	135,836
File size:	3 MB

About the Author

Born in Denmark, USA TODAY bestselling author Sophie Barnes spent her youth traveling with her parents to wonderful places all around the world. She's lived in five different countries, on three different continents, and speaks Danish, English, French, Spanish, and Romanian. But, most impressive of all, she's been married to the same man three times—in three different countries and in three different dresses.

When she's not busy dreaming up her next romance novel, Sophie enjoys spending time with her family, swimming, cooking, gardening, watching romantic comedies and, of course, reading.

Editorial Reviews

The depth of emotions, the light of the redeeming power of love and the intrigue and suspense make this third installment Barnes’ strongest tale to date.” — RT Book Reviews

“Readers will be glued to this first-rate romantic adventure.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“I fell in love after the first page and didn’t want the book to end!” — USA TODAY Bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken

“Funny, whimsical, and wonderfully romantic, this delightful riff on the Cinderella story is pure fun.” — Library Journal

“Barnes makes her print debut with a flawless, fairy tale-like romance that will enchant readers with its perfect blend of sharp wit and sizzling sensuality.” — Booklist

“A fun, fast-paced, wish-fulfilling romance that tugs at readers’ hearts.” — Romantic Times BOOKclub

“...a flawless, fairy tale-like romance that will enchant readers with its perfect blend of sharp wit and sizzling sensuality.” — Booklist

“Regency fans will happily devour this tale’s heady passion, comical interludes, and engaging story.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

From the Publisher

Barnes makes her print debut with a flawless, fairy tale-like romance that will enchant readers with its perfect blend of sharp wit and sizzling sensuality.

Booklist

I fell in love after the first page and didn’t want the book to end!

USA TODAY Bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken

A fun, fast-paced, wish-fulfilling romance that tugs at readers’ hearts.

Romantic Times BOOKclub

The depth of emotions, the light of the redeeming power of love and the intrigue and suspense make this third installment Barnes’ strongest tale to date.

RT Book Reviews

Barnes makes her print debut with a flawless, fairy tale-like romance that will enchant readers with its perfect blend of sharp wit and sizzling sensuality.

Booklist