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Dangerous
540 pages
A thrilling Regency romance that sweeps from glittering ballrooms to shadowy estates, fueled by reckless courage and protective passion.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into a world of sharp contrasts, where the glittering light of London ballrooms gives way to the thrilling shadows of imposing country estates. The narrative moves at a brisk, breathless pace, driven by an impetuous energy and a constant undercurrent of peril. It immerses the reader in a classic romantic atmosphere, balancing the bright boldness of an innocent heroine with the brooding, protective intensity of a notorious hero. The prose leans into dramatic tension, capturing both the sudden spark of midnight encounters and the escalating danger of reckless escapades. It is a perfect escape for readers who crave historical romances that blend high-stakes suspense with undeniable, sweeping passion.
- Mood
- shadowy
- glamorous
- thrilling
- swoony
- Tone
- dramatic
- passionate
- suspenseful
- romantic
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- opposites attract · protective instincts · reckless courage · passion and peril
- The writing
- Atmospheric and dramatic, leaning into the contrasts of light and shadow to heighten romantic tension.
- The arc
- Moves from impulsive risk-taking and sudden attraction to deep protective devotion amidst escalating danger.
- Who it's for
- Readers who love classic Regency romances featuring bold heroines, brooding heroes, and a mix of ballroom glamour and shadowy danger.
Content notes
- dueling
- peril
About the book
From a magnificent ballroom ablaze with lights to an imposing country house steeped in shadows comes a breathtaking tale of an impetuous miss--and a passion that leads to peril...At five and twenty, Prudence Merryweather knew very well tht risks a woman took by visiting a gentleman in the dead of night. But bearding the notorious Earl of Angelstone, 35, in his den was the only way to stop him from engaging her hot-headed brother in a duel. And that was why she found herself ushered into Sebastian's frobidding presence at three int the morning--and thoroughly kissed before dawn.She was a country-bred innocent--and an intriguing experience for a man who dwelt more in the shadows than in the sunshine. Yet as her boldness drew Prue into one dangerous episode after another, Sebastian found himself torn between a raging hunger to possess her and a driving need to protect her. And the reckless beauty would soon need all the protection she could get...From the Paperback edition.
Description from Open Library.
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