Scandal
Review by Michelle Chrzanowski
Review by Michelle Chrzanowski
ISBN: 9780553289329
Pages: 329
Publisher: Bantam
Release Date: February 28, 1991
Audience: Adults
Emily finally gets to meet the man of her dreams who she just happened to be corresponding with. Naturally, he is handsome and well-mannered. Not long after he comes into her life, Emily discovers Simon’s real intention. He has come for vengeance on her family and to reclaim his family home, which was won by Emily’s father in a card game 20 years ago. His plan is to seduce her and force her father to give him his home back. Although hurt, Emily decides to make a deal with Simon… a deal that will change their lives forever.
From the start I absolutely disliked Simon. Not only is he cold, but he treats Emily horridly. Emily was just as annoying with her talk of a metaphysical relationship and her lack of intelligence. I kept reading hoping there would be a change for the better, but it never did. The characters were unbelievable and not well written. This is one of Quick’s works that you could pass over.
Score: 2.5 out of 5
Subjects: England, Historical Romance, Revenge
Date: January 14, 2009