A Scoundrel of Her Own (Sinful Wallflowers #3)by Stacy Reid
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Synopsis:
Lady Ophelia Darby exists in two worlds. In one, she is the impudent, willful daughter of a powerful marquess and darling of the ton. In the other, she moves through the underworld’s shadows as songstress Lady Starlight, protected only by the notoriously wealthy scoundrel Devlin Byrne. But when she stumbles upon her beloved father’s darkest secrets, the line between her two worlds quickly blurs. Now she needs the help of the one man a lady should never trust.
Devlin Byrne stands on the edge of London society, knowing he will never be accepted. No one else knows that his obscene wealth and ruthlessness aren’t without purpose. Or that his purpose has golden-brown eyes that shimmer with mischief, the palest of skin, and a lush mouth that beckons to be kissed, and deeply. But having Ophelia is only the beginning of Devlin’s plans.
It’s undeniable that Devlin Byrne is a dangerous temptation―but just as Ophelia begins to trust him, maybe even fall for him, she discovers she’s not the only one with secrets. And his would lead her down more than just the path of scandal…
Review:
A Scoundrel of Her Own swept me away and was impossible to put down. The prologue quickly captured my attention and from there I was lost in a beautiful story. One filled with hope, love, loss, friendship and risks. This story can easily be read as a standalone and I can’t recommend it enough!
Whether he was the devil in disguise luring her to ruin or an ordinary man, Devlin Byrne held her interest as no one ever had.
Ophelia learned her mother wasn’t who she thought she was. In her quest to discover her mother, and while moonlighting as Lady Starlight, it set her on a path towards Devlin Blyne. He was notoriously wealthy but was feared at the same time. And he offered her protection and safety as she traversed the underworld searching for clues of who her birth mother was. The more time they spent together, the more impossible it seemed they could ever be apart.
“Why did you learn?”
He wasn’t the typical gentleman about town who was invested in knowing the dance styles for when they ventured into wooing a lady on the marriage mart.
“For this moment.”
I loved Ophelia! She was headstrong, brave and had the hugest heart! There were expectations that she was to act in a certain manner, and be around others of her high standing. But Ophelia didn’t always go along with norms. Or the standards she should follow. I loved that she followed her heart instead. So when Devlin requested a meeting with her and she obliged, my heart beat faster. And then from there, oh goodness, their star-crossed tale completely enraptured my heart!
“Who would I be if I didn’t meet you, Fifi?” he murmured harshly. Yet the touch against her cheek was impossibly tender. “Who am I without you?”
Devlin was someone who was easy to become obsessed with. He was thoughtful and caring, but he was also dangerous and extremely protective. No matter how much of the darkness of his world surrounded him, he still felt deeply. So Devlin definitely didn’t fit into Ophelia’s world. Yes he was powerful and wealthy, but the ton didn’t respect him since he was a made man. So I loved how he didn’t follow society’s rules. But I loved most of all that he only had eyes for Ophelia.
He made her feel safe…cherished, and Ophelia inexplicably knew he would stand before any storm that came her way. His loyalty was unwavering, and she felt undeserving.
“Hold me tighter, Niall,” Ophelia whispered. And do not ever let me go.
What slowly started out as acquaintances, led to friendship and then so much more. Together they were sensually seductive. I loved their dance back and forth, you could feel the passion and longing between them. The what ifs. And as they toed and pushed the line that should be between them, because of who they each were in society, they turned scorching hot. But underneath all of that passion, was a deep and beautiful emotion for one another that was breathtaking.
He broke their embrace and brushed his lips over her nose, then turned and walked toward the exit. Ophelia stood there watching him, a smile on her face and something entirely unknown wreaking havoc within her heart.
A Scoundrel of Her Own is a must read for all romance lovers. This story of star-crossed lovers was passionate, emotional and impossible to put down. This book had the most wonderful HEA and was another huge hit and instant favorite by Stacy Reid!
Conan bounded over to them, surprisingly prowling by her side. His massive dog reached her waist, and without any showing of fear, she ruffled his head. Conan purred, and Devlin smiled.
I like her, too, boy. I like her, too.
PS I loved Devlin’s dog Conan!
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book, provided by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*
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