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Scandalous Family--The Victorians #3
Their Foreign Affair
At the altar, facing marriage to a foreign Duke, Ann flees…
Ann Thomsett, a descendant of royalty but a commoner herself, has worked to find a high-ranking husband to help the family restore its badly tarnished reputation. On the verge of her marriage to a Norwegian noble, though, she flees the cathedral with the help of a most unexpected ally; Adam Martell Davies.
Adam is technically a member of the great family, but dislikes his English cousins and their ways, and much prefers to spend his time alone with his thoughts. During a rainy afternoon at Innesford, he is forced to endure Ann’s company and finds it not completely intolerable, after all.
So when Ann throws herself at him, begging him to help her escape her Duke, Adam does. The pair dash across Europe, chased by the Duke’s men and rabid journalists who report the romantic couple’s affair to the newspapers of Europe. No one seems to care that they are nothing but friends…
This book is part of the Scandalous Family—The Victorians series. This is the second spin-off series to feature a new generation of the Great Family, who are now scattering across Europe and beyond in search of adventure…and love.
Ann Thomsett, a descendant of royalty but a commoner herself, has worked to find a high-ranking husband to help the family restore its badly tarnished reputation. On the verge of her marriage to a Norwegian noble, though, she flees the cathedral with the help of a most unexpected ally; Adam Martell Davies.
Adam is technically a member of the great family, but dislikes his English cousins and their ways, and much prefers to spend his time alone with his thoughts. During a rainy afternoon at Innesford, he is forced to endure Ann’s company and finds it not completely intolerable, after all.
So when Ann throws herself at him, begging him to help her escape her Duke, Adam does. The pair dash across Europe, chased by the Duke’s men and rabid journalists who report the romantic couple’s affair to the newspapers of Europe. No one seems to care that they are nothing but friends…
This book is part of the Scandalous Family—The Victorians series. This is the second spin-off series to feature a new generation of the Great Family, who are now scattering across Europe and beyond in search of adventure…and love.
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Tracy Cooper-Posey
206 books973 followersTracy Cooper-Posey is an Amazon #1 Best Selling Author. She writes romantic suspense, paranormal, urban fantasy, futuristic and science fiction romances. She has published over 100 novels since 1999, been nominated for five CAPAs including Favourite Author, and won the Emma Darcy Award.
She turned to indie publishing in 2011. Her indie titles have been nominated four times for Book Of The Year and Byzantine Heartbreak was a 2012 winner. Faring Soul won a SFR Galaxy Award in 2016 for “Most Intriguing Philosophical/Social Science Questions in Galaxybuilding” She has been a national magazine editor and for a decade she taught romance writing at MacEwan University.
She is addicted to Irish Breakfast tea and chocolate, sometimes taken together. In her spare time she enjoys history, Sherlock Holmes, science fiction and ignoring her treadmill. An Australian Canadian, she lives in Edmonton, Canada with her husband, a former professional wrestler, where she moved in 1996 after meeting him on-line.
She turned to indie publishing in 2011. Her indie titles have been nominated four times for Book Of The Year and Byzantine Heartbreak was a 2012 winner. Faring Soul won a SFR Galaxy Award in 2016 for “Most Intriguing Philosophical/Social Science Questions in Galaxybuilding” She has been a national magazine editor and for a decade she taught romance writing at MacEwan University.
She is addicted to Irish Breakfast tea and chocolate, sometimes taken together. In her spare time she enjoys history, Sherlock Holmes, science fiction and ignoring her treadmill. An Australian Canadian, she lives in Edmonton, Canada with her husband, a former professional wrestler, where she moved in 1996 after meeting him on-line.
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June 22, 2020
I am never disappointed in this author's historical romance books. As always her characters were fantastic and the actions they take always kept us on our toes. The heroine was filled with so much angst due to her actions; actions caused by confusion and inexperience. Thank goodness her cousin was around to help; even though that was not his intention. We get to travel with them through various exciting locations in their attempt to avoid capture; we even get to ride with them on the Orient Express. But as we know things don't always go as planned. The longer they run, the closer to each other they get. We have thrills and chills during their getaway, and before all is said and done and they're caught, the bad guy isn't the bad guy after all. Now the heroine is really confused; should she return to the guy who isn't really bad, or take a chance on the one who taught her much during their time together? You'll notice I really haven't given you any spoilers; I've just outlined the excitement l felt as I followed them during their danger-filled getaway attempt. I truly hope you'll read this book and the rest in this series, as well as the books from which they sprang.
June 12, 2020
The Victorian’s scandalous families’ series continues and this time we have another European adventure that I simply couldn’t put down.
One of the main characters from the last novel, Ann is finally achieving her objective of redeeming her family with her royal high profile marriage to Filip a Norwegian Duke, after a whirlwind courtship.
But on her way to the cathedral following a very strict protocol that mandates everything from the gown to the flowers she carries, she begins to have doubts. She starts to envision her future and wonders if that is what she really wants.
Adam, one of her cousins from Paris is standing in the entrance and she remembers him for his quietness and tranquillity and decides to enlist his help in her escape. A daring and adventurous trip around Europe ensues and she will have in that voyage the opportunity to really consider her motives and decide if she truly wants to marry Filip and why.
An original story that was, as always, a pleasure to read.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader copy of this book.
One of the main characters from the last novel, Ann is finally achieving her objective of redeeming her family with her royal high profile marriage to Filip a Norwegian Duke, after a whirlwind courtship.
But on her way to the cathedral following a very strict protocol that mandates everything from the gown to the flowers she carries, she begins to have doubts. She starts to envision her future and wonders if that is what she really wants.
Adam, one of her cousins from Paris is standing in the entrance and she remembers him for his quietness and tranquillity and decides to enlist his help in her escape. A daring and adventurous trip around Europe ensues and she will have in that voyage the opportunity to really consider her motives and decide if she truly wants to marry Filip and why.
An original story that was, as always, a pleasure to read.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader copy of this book.
June 18, 2020
Combustible chemistry and warming friendship for a rollicking romance!
I enjoyed the heroine's journey of self discovery and awareness while the hero and heroine fled across Europe from her grand scale wedding to another man.
Victorian moral obligations and a female's lifestyle restrictions are explored which contrast beautifully with the smouldering passion between the two main characters.
The hero protects her but also challenges the thinking of the heroine during a tumultuous escape towards Turkey.
This is a slow burn romance told in short order with succinct but immersive details of Victorian life and it's challenges (especially for women).
I highly recommend this novel as an exciting addition to this awesome series. It's really good, but even better if you start with the first book of the first series and work your way through each novel to savour getting to know all the characters. The original series is Scandalous Sirens, then the Scandalous Scions before indulging in this latest series about these great families.
I enjoyed the heroine's journey of self discovery and awareness while the hero and heroine fled across Europe from her grand scale wedding to another man.
Victorian moral obligations and a female's lifestyle restrictions are explored which contrast beautifully with the smouldering passion between the two main characters.
The hero protects her but also challenges the thinking of the heroine during a tumultuous escape towards Turkey.
This is a slow burn romance told in short order with succinct but immersive details of Victorian life and it's challenges (especially for women).
I highly recommend this novel as an exciting addition to this awesome series. It's really good, but even better if you start with the first book of the first series and work your way through each novel to savour getting to know all the characters. The original series is Scandalous Sirens, then the Scandalous Scions before indulging in this latest series about these great families.
June 16, 2020
I can’t say enough how much I love the entire Scandalous series. You can expect each and every book to bring you incredible world-building with amazing attention to historically accurate details as well as unique and endearing characters that you can’t help but become emotionally attached to.
Their Foreign Affair was no exception, but it did stand out from others in the series for me because the book takes place all over Europe and even ventures into Asia! I loved that we got to experience a ride on the Orient Express! Also, the story is an attention grabber from page one and doesn’t let go until the end, taking you on a mad dash with Ann away from the altar (and her fiancé Filip)with her adopted cousin, Adam. One adventure leads to another and, in typical Cooper-Posey fashion, you won’t know what to expect. Each book can be read as a stand-alone, but previous couples of the Scandalous Family do make appearances. I highly recommend this book and the series as a whole.
Their Foreign Affair was no exception, but it did stand out from others in the series for me because the book takes place all over Europe and even ventures into Asia! I loved that we got to experience a ride on the Orient Express! Also, the story is an attention grabber from page one and doesn’t let go until the end, taking you on a mad dash with Ann away from the altar (and her fiancé Filip)with her adopted cousin, Adam. One adventure leads to another and, in typical Cooper-Posey fashion, you won’t know what to expect. Each book can be read as a stand-alone, but previous couples of the Scandalous Family do make appearances. I highly recommend this book and the series as a whole.
June 23, 2020
What a great story! I have read a number of this author's books and I always find her characters well drawn and interesting with intricate plots. Historical Romances can be tricky because of the language, accent, clothing, and a slew of other possibilities that can trip up an author, yet Tracy Cooper-Posey always did an excellent job throughout the story.
This story is about Anne who on her way to her wedding to a Norwegian nobleman, runs away with a distant relative (Adam) and leaves the groom waiting at the Cathedral. The chase ensues to catch the runaway bride; this story had a number of twists and dangers to keep you enthralled and sitting on the edge of your seat and will keep you reading until the end. I’m already looking forward to the next in the series.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader copy of this book.
This story is about Anne who on her way to her wedding to a Norwegian nobleman, runs away with a distant relative (Adam) and leaves the groom waiting at the Cathedral. The chase ensues to catch the runaway bride; this story had a number of twists and dangers to keep you enthralled and sitting on the edge of your seat and will keep you reading until the end. I’m already looking forward to the next in the series.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader copy of this book.
June 14, 2020
Simply Brilliant!!
A last-minute decision not to marry, and a chase across Europe makes an exciting basis for this fabulous and entertaining story! Adam is technically a member of the great family but keeps to himself. When Ann is running just minutes before taking her marriage vows, Adam comes to the rescue. His knowledge of travel and keeping a low profile is invaluable. When sparks fly between them it becomes incendiary:
Adam rested over her on one elbow. “The look in your eyes is delicious.
I had not realized the power in waking another’s pleasure for the first time.”
Fascinating, exciting and a definite must-read.
**I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book**
A last-minute decision not to marry, and a chase across Europe makes an exciting basis for this fabulous and entertaining story! Adam is technically a member of the great family but keeps to himself. When Ann is running just minutes before taking her marriage vows, Adam comes to the rescue. His knowledge of travel and keeping a low profile is invaluable. When sparks fly between them it becomes incendiary:
Adam rested over her on one elbow. “The look in your eyes is delicious.
I had not realized the power in waking another’s pleasure for the first time.”
Fascinating, exciting and a definite must-read.
**I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book**
June 19, 2020
Another great read by Tracy Cooper-Posey. The third book in the Scandalous Family/ The Victorian series, was a great read from start to finish. The n the beginning Ann meets Filip, whose Norwegian noble, and agrees to marry him. But on the way she keeps questioning herself why is she marrying him. When arriving at the cathedral Ann realized she needs to breathe, so she runs towards Adam for help. Adams helps her get away. When Filip’s men went to bring Ann back Adam decided to bring her with him on his travels. With all this occurring I could not put the book down until I was finished. I really enjoyed reading this book and highly recommended this book.
I was given an advanced reader copy of this book for my honest review.
I was given an advanced reader copy of this book for my honest review.
June 16, 2020
Ann is on her way to her wedding. Something doesn’t feel right. As she steps out of the carriage, she realizes this is a mistake and flees into her cousins arms. He whisks her away, and their story begins.
This is an awesome read in a continuing saga in the Scandalous family- The Victorian series. Tracy has a way with words and her stories are gripping and I can’t wait to see what happens on the next page.
I highly recommend this story and the entire series.
I was given an advanced copy for my review.
This is an awesome read in a continuing saga in the Scandalous family- The Victorian series. Tracy has a way with words and her stories are gripping and I can’t wait to see what happens on the next page.
I highly recommend this story and the entire series.
I was given an advanced copy for my review.
June 19, 2020
Ann seems to be getting exactly what she wanted, until she can't go through with the marriage which was supposed to help bring her whole family Into the good graces of society again. Edward doesn't like his English family very much, but finds out that he likes a particular member of that family very much, too much, in fact, to just be the friend to Ann he has promised to be. To top it all off, the abandoned groom appears to have decided to chase the pair through Europe, because he wants his property {his betrothed) back; wants to punish the man who took her, or both. So we have a comedy of errors. Still, Ms. Cooper-Posey, through her characters' very real emotions, turns this story into so much more.
A couple of things bothered me throughout the book. There are no archdukes in Denmark and there have never been any. The title of archduke was reserved for the descendents of the Holy Roman Emporer and was only used in Austria-Hungary. Neither would there have been any earls or their equivalent in Norway at the time. The Norwegian hereditary nobility was abolished in 1821. Noble titles were retained for the lifetime of those holding them only. Subsequent counts and barons were administrators appointed by the king usually prominent businessmen. These things would mean that in the 1890's, Ann's fiancé could easily be powerful enough to chase Ann and Edward through Europe, but not because of his rank or royal connections. It would have been because he was a powerful and wealthy tradesman and shipping magnate. I regret not using my knowledge of Scandinavian history, especially Danish and Norwegian history to inform the author, as soon as I read about the Archduke of Silkeborg in an earlier book. For most people, all this history nerd business will be completely irrelevant.
The story stands. The characters, their emotions and confusions and courage are what make /Their Foreign Affair/ a very good book.
A couple of things bothered me throughout the book. There are no archdukes in Denmark and there have never been any. The title of archduke was reserved for the descendents of the Holy Roman Emporer and was only used in Austria-Hungary. Neither would there have been any earls or their equivalent in Norway at the time. The Norwegian hereditary nobility was abolished in 1821. Noble titles were retained for the lifetime of those holding them only. Subsequent counts and barons were administrators appointed by the king usually prominent businessmen. These things would mean that in the 1890's, Ann's fiancé could easily be powerful enough to chase Ann and Edward through Europe, but not because of his rank or royal connections. It would have been because he was a powerful and wealthy tradesman and shipping magnate. I regret not using my knowledge of Scandinavian history, especially Danish and Norwegian history to inform the author, as soon as I read about the Archduke of Silkeborg in an earlier book. For most people, all this history nerd business will be completely irrelevant.
The story stands. The characters, their emotions and confusions and courage are what make /Their Foreign Affair/ a very good book.
June 27, 2020
The series continue and I love it!
Ann is about to marry a Norwegian noble, mostly to save her family from the isolated position they are in ever since the Bank, that one of the members of the great family was one of the directors of, collapsed because the money disappeared.
At the last moment she knows she cannot do it and runs from the steps of the church right into the arms of Adam, an adopted cousin from Paris....
That is where her journey starts....
Ann is about to marry a Norwegian noble, mostly to save her family from the isolated position they are in ever since the Bank, that one of the members of the great family was one of the directors of, collapsed because the money disappeared.
At the last moment she knows she cannot do it and runs from the steps of the church right into the arms of Adam, an adopted cousin from Paris....
That is where her journey starts....
June 16, 2020
This time Ms. Cooper -Posey takes us on a journey through Victorian Europe with unique main characters again. What I like most about her books, is that when I start reding them, I mostly can´t imagine, how there is going to be a happy ending. But fortunately there always is one, and a believable one too. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader copy of this book.
June 15, 2020
Wonderful Victorian love story! Ann wants to marry well to save her family’s reputation. Adam doesn’t think about marriage at all. And, of course, there’s Filip, the evil duke...
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader copy of this book.
August 11, 2020
Unexpected as usual
Characters were entertaining as usual. You had to think about why and where the author was leading you to find and conclude in this novel. Again love conquer all with family.
Characters were entertaining as usual. You had to think about why and where the author was leading you to find and conclude in this novel. Again love conquer all with family.
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