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The Mad Morelands #7
Entre el amor y la lealtad
Thisbe Moreland estaba acostumbrada a que los hombres no la tomaran en serio. Como científica, solía ser la única mujer participante en conferencias y reuniones, siendo su presencia recibida con desprecio y mofa. De modo que fue una agradable sorpresa poder sentarse al lado de un atractivo joven que, además, estaba interesado en mantener una conversación sobre ciencia.
Desmond Harrison no podía creer su buena suerte cuando le tocó sentarse junto a Thisbe, inteligente e impresionantemente hermosa. Desde el principio anheló volver a verla. Sin embargo, se avergonzaba de su baja cuna, por no mencionar su trabajo a las órdenes del infame profesor Gordon, antiguamente reputado científico que había abrazado el espiritismo y había pasado a ser profundamente despreciado.
Cuando el profesor Gordon le pidió a Desmond que recuperase algo para él, un antiguo objeto conocido por poseer un terrible poder, llamado El ojo de Annie Blue, Desmond comprendió que solo Thisbe poseía la clave. Desmond iba a tener que elegir entre su amor por Thisbe y la lealtad hacia su mentor. De su elección podría depender el futuro de la humanidad.
Desmond Harrison no podía creer su buena suerte cuando le tocó sentarse junto a Thisbe, inteligente e impresionantemente hermosa. Desde el principio anheló volver a verla. Sin embargo, se avergonzaba de su baja cuna, por no mencionar su trabajo a las órdenes del infame profesor Gordon, antiguamente reputado científico que había abrazado el espiritismo y había pasado a ser profundamente despreciado.
Cuando el profesor Gordon le pidió a Desmond que recuperase algo para él, un antiguo objeto conocido por poseer un terrible poder, llamado El ojo de Annie Blue, Desmond comprendió que solo Thisbe poseía la clave. Desmond iba a tener que elegir entre su amor por Thisbe y la lealtad hacia su mentor. De su elección podría depender el futuro de la humanidad.
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First published January 28, 2020
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Candace Camp
123 books1,252 followersCandace Camp is the New York Times bestselling author of over sixty books.
Her first novel, *Bonds of Love*, was published by Jove Publishing in 1978, under the pseudonym Lisa Gregory. Two pseudonyms (Kristin James and Sharon Stephens)and many books later, Candace writes under her own name Candace Camp and still loves creating stories.
Candace lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and is the mother of Young Adult author Anastasia Hopcus.
Her first novel, *Bonds of Love*, was published by Jove Publishing in 1978, under the pseudonym Lisa Gregory. Two pseudonyms (Kristin James and Sharon Stephens)and many books later, Candace writes under her own name Candace Camp and still loves creating stories.
Candace lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and is the mother of Young Adult author Anastasia Hopcus.
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January 29, 2021
3/5. Despistada hasta decir basta! ¿Os podéis creer que cuando iba por la mitad del libro me he dado cuenta de que, posiblemente, (tampoco es que estuviera muy segura) había de haber algún libro antes? Vamos, que he comenzado a leer la saga por el séptimo libro!
Aparte de esto, la historia me ha encantado! Sobre todo porque la autora nos ofrece una visión muy cercana a lo que podía ser la mediumnidad en aquella época: como sólo unos pocos científicos creían firmemente en hechos paranormales, mientras la mayoría no creía en estas cosas. Y no solo eso, la pareja me ha gustado mucho. La manera en que él la protegía y ella, valiente y fuerte, decidida a enfrentar lo que fuera con tal de estar a su lado. Eso sí, pero sin rebajarse, manteniéndose digna, equilibrada.
Aparte de esto, la historia me ha encantado! Sobre todo porque la autora nos ofrece una visión muy cercana a lo que podía ser la mediumnidad en aquella época: como sólo unos pocos científicos creían firmemente en hechos paranormales, mientras la mayoría no creía en estas cosas. Y no solo eso, la pareja me ha gustado mucho. La manera en que él la protegía y ella, valiente y fuerte, decidida a enfrentar lo que fuera con tal de estar a su lado. Eso sí, pero sin rebajarse, manteniéndose digna, equilibrada.
January 15, 2020
Series: The Mad Morelands 0
Publication Date: 1/28/20
Number of Pages: 384
I am so very pleased to have finally read Thisbe and Desmond’s story. Although this book was written seventh, it is actually the prequel to the series. I absolutely adored Desmond! We had met him in the other six books, but he was more a nebulous figure who was just sort of there – now, we get to meet and love him. The chemistry between Desmond and Thisbe is so thick you would need a knife to cut it. Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed Thisbe – and the rest of the Morelands – but Desmond made the book for me. It was also fun to see Alex and Con (The Greats) as three-year-old twins after having just read their books, His Sinful Touch (Alex) and His Wicked Charm (Con).
Lady Thisby Moreland is attending a lecture at the Covington Institute when the late arrival of a tall, handsome, slightly disheveled man attracts her attention. Her eyes are immediately drawn to him. For some odd reason, he catches and holds her attention – something no other man has ever done. Then, he sits next to her and she discovers he is not only incredibly attractive, but he is also shy. When the lecture is over, she doesn’t want the interaction to end and does whatever she can think of the prolong their conversation – not that he minds – he wants it to continue as well.
Desmond can’t believe his good fortune in meeting a lovely woman who loves science as much as he does. Thisby can’t believe she’s finally met a man who is a scientist and speaks to her as an equal. Over the coming days, they find many ways to meet and get to know each other. Each, of course, is smitten with the other. Except – Thisby hasn’t been entirely honest with Desmond. You see, she introduced herself as MISS Thisby Moreland rather than Lady Thisby Moreland – daughter of the Duke of Broughton. She didn’t want her father’s title to color how Desmond perceived her.
Desmond is in thrall. Thisby is everything he could have ever wanted in a woman. Then, his mentor, Professor Gordon, mentions the Eye of Annie Belew. The Eye can be used to prove Professor Gordon’s theories regarding ghosts. All they need to do is to get access to the eye. That is easier said than done because the owner of the eye, the dowager Duchess of Broughton, refuses to let anyone see it, much less study it. Then, unbelievably, the professor asks Desmond to steal it for them to study. Desmond refuses, then, rethinks his answer and checks out the dowager duchesses home. Who does he meet when he is checking it out – you guessed it – Thisby. She thinks he has tracked her down and is at the house looking for her -- and he doesn't tell her any differently.
Thus, begins a tale of romance, trust, betrayal, mistrust, and immense sacrifice for love. Both Thisby and Desmond have reasons to distrust each other. Can they overcome that mistrust to save the ‘eye’ and each other?
This was a delightfully well-told tale with interesting, magnetic characters. It was fast-paced and well-written – and I couldn’t put it down. I read it straight through from the first page to last and loved absolutely every word in it
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Publication Date: 1/28/20
Number of Pages: 384
I am so very pleased to have finally read Thisbe and Desmond’s story. Although this book was written seventh, it is actually the prequel to the series. I absolutely adored Desmond! We had met him in the other six books, but he was more a nebulous figure who was just sort of there – now, we get to meet and love him. The chemistry between Desmond and Thisbe is so thick you would need a knife to cut it. Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed Thisbe – and the rest of the Morelands – but Desmond made the book for me. It was also fun to see Alex and Con (The Greats) as three-year-old twins after having just read their books, His Sinful Touch (Alex) and His Wicked Charm (Con).
Lady Thisby Moreland is attending a lecture at the Covington Institute when the late arrival of a tall, handsome, slightly disheveled man attracts her attention. Her eyes are immediately drawn to him. For some odd reason, he catches and holds her attention – something no other man has ever done. Then, he sits next to her and she discovers he is not only incredibly attractive, but he is also shy. When the lecture is over, she doesn’t want the interaction to end and does whatever she can think of the prolong their conversation – not that he minds – he wants it to continue as well.
Desmond can’t believe his good fortune in meeting a lovely woman who loves science as much as he does. Thisby can’t believe she’s finally met a man who is a scientist and speaks to her as an equal. Over the coming days, they find many ways to meet and get to know each other. Each, of course, is smitten with the other. Except – Thisby hasn’t been entirely honest with Desmond. You see, she introduced herself as MISS Thisby Moreland rather than Lady Thisby Moreland – daughter of the Duke of Broughton. She didn’t want her father’s title to color how Desmond perceived her.
Desmond is in thrall. Thisby is everything he could have ever wanted in a woman. Then, his mentor, Professor Gordon, mentions the Eye of Annie Belew. The Eye can be used to prove Professor Gordon’s theories regarding ghosts. All they need to do is to get access to the eye. That is easier said than done because the owner of the eye, the dowager Duchess of Broughton, refuses to let anyone see it, much less study it. Then, unbelievably, the professor asks Desmond to steal it for them to study. Desmond refuses, then, rethinks his answer and checks out the dowager duchesses home. Who does he meet when he is checking it out – you guessed it – Thisby. She thinks he has tracked her down and is at the house looking for her -- and he doesn't tell her any differently.
Thus, begins a tale of romance, trust, betrayal, mistrust, and immense sacrifice for love. Both Thisby and Desmond have reasons to distrust each other. Can they overcome that mistrust to save the ‘eye’ and each other?
This was a delightfully well-told tale with interesting, magnetic characters. It was fast-paced and well-written – and I couldn’t put it down. I read it straight through from the first page to last and loved absolutely every word in it
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
May 13, 2020
Loved this! Pure unadulterated enjoyment read for a cosy afternoon!
January 10, 2020
Lady Thisbe Moreland is attending a lecture at the Covington Institute when she meets Desmond Harrison. They hit it off immediately and Thisbe can’t wait to see him again, as a female scientist too many people don’t take her seriously, but Desmond treated her with respect and admiration. They make plans to meet again, but Thisbe doesn’t tell him who she really is – the eldest child of the Duke of Broughton. She is scared that he won’t continue to see her if he knows the truth.
Desmond is also a scientist, he works for the once revered, now scorned Professor Gordon. The professor has come under ridicule for his insistence that ghosts exist – Desmond is not a believer, despite his own experience with the spirit world, but he is loyal to the professor who took him under his wing. Desmond grew up poor and is the son of a transported convict, even without knowing who her family is, he knows she is far above him in station, but he is unwilling to give up what they share and knows that eventually it will end.
When Professor Gordon’s benefactor, Mr. Wallace learns of an artifact called the Eye of Annie Blue that might be able to have the professor prove his theory, the entire team is excited. Professor Gordon writes to the owner of the artifact, the Dowager Duchess of Broughton and asks if he might be able to borrow it for study. But the duchess refuses, crushing their hopes. The professor and Mr. Wallace become obsessed and when they learn the Dowager is in town, they ask Desmond to steal it – he refuses, but agrees to check out the Dowager’s house to see if it is even possible to enter. While looking at the house, which he knows will be impossible to enter, Thisbe comes running out – she thinks he has figured out who she is and has come to see her. She invites him back to call and when his professor learns of their connection, he tries to convince Desmond to steal it – again he refuses.
Desmond is surer than ever that nothing can transpire between him and Thisbe, no matter how nice her family is to him and when her grandmother (the Dowager) has a prediction that Desmond’s love will kill Thisbe, he is sure they have no future. Thisbe has been having her own share of strange incidents in the form of dreams, but she rationalizes them and tells Desmond to ignore her grandmother’s “prediction”. She really cares for him and begins to imagine a future with him – until secrets are revealed and Desmond lets her believe the worst to save her life.
This was a well written, fast paced, page turner that held me in thrall from the first page to the last. I loved Desmond and Thisbe, they share such an incredible chemistry that you know they are meant to be, the love scenes are sparse, but they are potent and very touching without being overly graphic, the secondary characters are wonderful and even the villains are engaging. There is a bit of drama, some humor, a healthy dose of paranormal, some heartache and finally a very sweet and hard-won HEA. This is the seventh book in the series, but it is really the prequel to the “Mad Morelands” – you can read this book first or seventh without issue, but either way – read it! I loved this story and happily recommend it!
*I am voluntarily leaving a review for an eARC that was provided to me by the publisher.*
Desmond is also a scientist, he works for the once revered, now scorned Professor Gordon. The professor has come under ridicule for his insistence that ghosts exist – Desmond is not a believer, despite his own experience with the spirit world, but he is loyal to the professor who took him under his wing. Desmond grew up poor and is the son of a transported convict, even without knowing who her family is, he knows she is far above him in station, but he is unwilling to give up what they share and knows that eventually it will end.
When Professor Gordon’s benefactor, Mr. Wallace learns of an artifact called the Eye of Annie Blue that might be able to have the professor prove his theory, the entire team is excited. Professor Gordon writes to the owner of the artifact, the Dowager Duchess of Broughton and asks if he might be able to borrow it for study. But the duchess refuses, crushing their hopes. The professor and Mr. Wallace become obsessed and when they learn the Dowager is in town, they ask Desmond to steal it – he refuses, but agrees to check out the Dowager’s house to see if it is even possible to enter. While looking at the house, which he knows will be impossible to enter, Thisbe comes running out – she thinks he has figured out who she is and has come to see her. She invites him back to call and when his professor learns of their connection, he tries to convince Desmond to steal it – again he refuses.
Desmond is surer than ever that nothing can transpire between him and Thisbe, no matter how nice her family is to him and when her grandmother (the Dowager) has a prediction that Desmond’s love will kill Thisbe, he is sure they have no future. Thisbe has been having her own share of strange incidents in the form of dreams, but she rationalizes them and tells Desmond to ignore her grandmother’s “prediction”. She really cares for him and begins to imagine a future with him – until secrets are revealed and Desmond lets her believe the worst to save her life.
This was a well written, fast paced, page turner that held me in thrall from the first page to the last. I loved Desmond and Thisbe, they share such an incredible chemistry that you know they are meant to be, the love scenes are sparse, but they are potent and very touching without being overly graphic, the secondary characters are wonderful and even the villains are engaging. There is a bit of drama, some humor, a healthy dose of paranormal, some heartache and finally a very sweet and hard-won HEA. This is the seventh book in the series, but it is really the prequel to the “Mad Morelands” – you can read this book first or seventh without issue, but either way – read it! I loved this story and happily recommend it!
*I am voluntarily leaving a review for an eARC that was provided to me by the publisher.*
February 17, 2021
Un amor poderoso que los pondrá frente a frente con un oscuro poder.
Entre el amor y la lealtad de Candace Camp es la historia de Thisbe y Desmond, dos personas cuyos sentimientos les darán la fuerza necesaria para confiar en ellos mismos, en la profundidad de sus emociones y enfrentar a aquellos que quieren mantenerlos alejados, una relación que los llevará a romper todas las reglas al mismo tiempo que intentan recuperar un poderoso objeto del que depende el destino de muchos.
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Entre el amor y la lealtad de Candace Camp es la historia de Thisbe y Desmond, dos personas cuyos sentimientos les darán la fuerza necesaria para confiar en ellos mismos, en la profundidad de sus emociones y enfrentar a aquellos que quieren mantenerlos alejados, una relación que los llevará a romper todas las reglas al mismo tiempo que intentan recuperar un poderoso objeto del que depende el destino de muchos.
Link de la reseña completa: http://florecilladecereza.blogspot.co...
April 12, 2021
Una novela entretenida que seguramente he leído en mal momento
Si algo me resta pasión a una lectura son los instaloves, y este es tremendo. y pensaba que al final la autora lo iba a justificar de una forma que tenía totalmente lógica y hubiera sido de lo más fácil, pero no lo ha hecho y, por un lado, me ha gustado que no fuera previsible, pero por otro, me he quedado pensando, pues no.
He leído algunos de esta serie, de los que ni me acuerdo, pero por lo que parece esta familia está llena de mujeres independientes y Thisbe cumple con todos los requisitos. Científica, aunque tan solo para ir a conferencias, porque no me ha quedado nada claro ni qué estudia ni qué hace ni nada... todo totalmente desdibujado, aunque para la historia tampoco es que sea necesario. Eso sí, modernísima
Desmond es un científico despistado, es simpático y se le coge cariño, pero en ningún momento hay nada que justifique qué es lo que les hace enamorarse más que la sorpresa de toparse en una conferencia.
La trama que sirve de eje de la historia está bien, es entretenida y, con algunos toques paranormales muy de aquella época, aplaudo el que al final algo resulte sorpresa.
Mi gran problema es que no me ha enganchado, al principio, todo es tan precipitado que hasta me ha dado un poco de rabia que la autora no se «esforzara» un poco más.
La segunda parte está mucho mejor, te consigue interesar y hay cosas que resultan curiosas y entretenidas, que terminan todo finalizando de forma coherente pero con la pareja la autora sigue haciéndolo de pasada
No sé, será sensación mía pero es de esas novelas en las que creo que el romance está más de excusa para la historia que porque la autora quiera realmente escribirlo
Si algo me resta pasión a una lectura son los instaloves, y este es tremendo. y pensaba que al final la autora lo iba a justificar de una forma que tenía totalmente lógica y hubiera sido de lo más fácil, pero no lo ha hecho y, por un lado, me ha gustado que no fuera previsible, pero por otro, me he quedado pensando, pues no.
He leído algunos de esta serie, de los que ni me acuerdo, pero por lo que parece esta familia está llena de mujeres independientes y Thisbe cumple con todos los requisitos. Científica, aunque tan solo para ir a conferencias, porque no me ha quedado nada claro ni qué estudia ni qué hace ni nada... todo totalmente desdibujado, aunque para la historia tampoco es que sea necesario. Eso sí, modernísima
Desmond es un científico despistado, es simpático y se le coge cariño, pero en ningún momento hay nada que justifique qué es lo que les hace enamorarse más que la sorpresa de toparse en una conferencia.
La trama que sirve de eje de la historia está bien, es entretenida y, con algunos toques paranormales muy de aquella época, aplaudo el que al final algo resulte sorpresa.
Mi gran problema es que no me ha enganchado, al principio, todo es tan precipitado que hasta me ha dado un poco de rabia que la autora no se «esforzara» un poco más.
La segunda parte está mucho mejor, te consigue interesar y hay cosas que resultan curiosas y entretenidas, que terminan todo finalizando de forma coherente pero con la pareja la autora sigue haciéndolo de pasada
No sé, será sensación mía pero es de esas novelas en las que creo que el romance está más de excusa para la historia que porque la autora quiera realmente escribirlo
June 28, 2020
Thisbe is not your average Duke's daughter. In fact, her whole family is a combination of oddities. She's a scientists and loves to learn and attend lectures. This is where she meets Desmond. Desmond is not your usual hero. He's very beta, shy, he even blushes. Thisbe is more the leader of the relationship. They have a lot in common with their interests though, and I feel they are a great couple together.
I did find the romance lacking in this book though. I haven't read anything from this series, this is my first. I believe this book is the prequel to the others in the series. Thisbe has a large family and they take up a lot of page space in this story. It's very cute and reminisce of, say maybe the Bridgerton family by JQ. I wasn't looking for that though, I really just want some damn good romance between two people. But I know many people love this.
Desmond doesn't have a large family, in fact it's only him. He has a mentor that he has the utmost respect for and feels he must help when asked. His mentor wants the Eye, some type of alchemical creation from hundreds of years ago. Things get messy when Desmond realizes the holder of the Eye is Thisbe's own family.
I wasn't expecting this book to have this paranormal feel to it. Dreams partially coming true, gifts running in family member lines, etc. I actually enjoyed that part to it. But the romance I felt got a bit lost in all this. I didn't really connect with either character. Desmond isn't usually a hero I'm totally in love with, but I'm glad he's out there because he's unique and I think many people will love him.
Overall just an okay read for me. Thanks NetGalley for the ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own regarding this story.
I did find the romance lacking in this book though. I haven't read anything from this series, this is my first. I believe this book is the prequel to the others in the series. Thisbe has a large family and they take up a lot of page space in this story. It's very cute and reminisce of, say maybe the Bridgerton family by JQ. I wasn't looking for that though, I really just want some damn good romance between two people. But I know many people love this.
Desmond doesn't have a large family, in fact it's only him. He has a mentor that he has the utmost respect for and feels he must help when asked. His mentor wants the Eye, some type of alchemical creation from hundreds of years ago. Things get messy when Desmond realizes the holder of the Eye is Thisbe's own family.
I wasn't expecting this book to have this paranormal feel to it. Dreams partially coming true, gifts running in family member lines, etc. I actually enjoyed that part to it. But the romance I felt got a bit lost in all this. I didn't really connect with either character. Desmond isn't usually a hero I'm totally in love with, but I'm glad he's out there because he's unique and I think many people will love him.
Overall just an okay read for me. Thanks NetGalley for the ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own regarding this story.
January 12, 2020
I always love a lady of science, so there was no way I was going to miss out on this one.
I loved Thisbe and Desmond. They’re both so smart and the connection was based on knowledge and intelligent conversation. I absolutely adored Thisbe’s family. All of them were delightful and supportive.
Plot wise, it was just okay. The idea of the Eye didn’t add the tension I was expecting. There were several repetitive scenes and the push and pull between Thisbe and Desmond did get old fairly quickly. The build up was fairly lackluster and while the ending was tied up nearly, I still wanted a bit more. Everything felt rushed.
Overall, it was the characters who kept me interested and with this one being a prequel, I may look into other books in the series.
**Huge thanks to HQN Books for providing the arc free of charge**
I loved Thisbe and Desmond. They’re both so smart and the connection was based on knowledge and intelligent conversation. I absolutely adored Thisbe’s family. All of them were delightful and supportive.
Plot wise, it was just okay. The idea of the Eye didn’t add the tension I was expecting. There were several repetitive scenes and the push and pull between Thisbe and Desmond did get old fairly quickly. The build up was fairly lackluster and while the ending was tied up nearly, I still wanted a bit more. Everything felt rushed.
Overall, it was the characters who kept me interested and with this one being a prequel, I may look into other books in the series.
**Huge thanks to HQN Books for providing the arc free of charge**
January 5, 2020
Her Scandalous Pursuit
The Mad Morelands Series #7
Candace Camp
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Release date 01/28/2020
Publisher HLQ Books
Blurb :
The long-awaited prequel to the Mad Morelands series—the story of Thisbe, the oldest Moreland daughter.
Thisbe Moreland is used to men not taking her seriously. As a scientist, she’s accustomed to being the only woman at lectures and meetings, her presence met with scorn and derision. So it comes as a pleasant surprise when she sits next to a handsome young man who is actually interested in having a conversation about science.
Desmond Harrison cannot believe his good fortune when he sits next to Thisbe—she’s intelligent and incredibly beautiful. He longs to see her again—but he’s ashamed of his low birth. Not to mention his employment with the infamous Professor Gordon, a formerly respected scientist who turned to spiritualism and is now deeply scorned.
When Professor Gordon demands that Desmond recover an artifact for him—an ancient object reputed to have terrible power, known as the Eye of Annie Blue—Desmond realizes that only Thisbe holds the key. Desmond must choose between his love for Thisbe and his loyalty to his mentor…but humanity’s very future will depend on his choice.
My review :
When a scientist woman meet the perfect man, do they have a future together when villains and dark forces league together to tear them apart...
This is my first read by Mrs Candace Clamp ans despite this book being the seventh in this series, it is also a prequel so the number 0.
So lucky me, as I was new to this author, it was a great way to meet the different heroes of the books set after this one.
And as a lover of paranormal, I was happy with the add of supernatural details.
And for a great read, it was one.
Thisbe and Desmond are far from perfect, flawed in their own way, it is mostly their own Insecurities which will threaten their relationship and burgeoning romance.
Thisbe has never known any hardship, her family standing on her side whatever she decides, she is even free to go to lectures alone, as they trust her judgement. But when she meets a man sharing her love for science, she fears her name might scare him or bring him to make unsolicited demands.
Desmond, on the other side, had never had anything easy, like for many paupers. He was lucky his cleverness opened some doors to him but his absence of wealth closed much more. Yet, he is able to instruct himself through the different lectures he attends and he has a job even if it does not pay much, he has a roof over his head. Why from the beginning he juggled with the idea of wooing the delicious and intelligent Miss he just met. In his ideas, he has nothing to offer.
So when he learns whom she is, he wants only to run away.
But he listens to her reason for keeping her family’s connections hidden and understands.
And there is the matter of this artefact he is pressed to find.
The author did a great job at portraying Desmond’s struggles between his rising affection toward Thisbe to his loyalty to the man who gave him a chance. He fights but caught between two fires, even when he tried to do the right thing, at a time it will blow to his face.
Thisbe despite her own faults, is easy to anger, if her trust is tested, she becomes blind to any reasonable explanations, outraged, she sees the world as black and white. Her upbringing and youth prevent her to see the layers of grey life brings between the black and white.
When Desmond, whatever his mistakes, never truly betrayed her, he withdrew some informations but never he meant any harm.
The paranormal side of the story is related to the artifact Desmond is missioned to steal and the side effects said artefact has on the persons close to it. It hold a certain power in the plot and in some it guides the characters on a different road they have followed. Still it is their partnership that might help solve the mystery surrounding the Eye.
5 stars for this clever tale with a hint of fantastical.
I was granted by the publisher Harlequin Books an advance copy through Netgalley. I preordered my own. Here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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The Mad Morelands Series #7
Candace Camp
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Release date 01/28/2020
Publisher HLQ Books
Blurb :
The long-awaited prequel to the Mad Morelands series—the story of Thisbe, the oldest Moreland daughter.
Thisbe Moreland is used to men not taking her seriously. As a scientist, she’s accustomed to being the only woman at lectures and meetings, her presence met with scorn and derision. So it comes as a pleasant surprise when she sits next to a handsome young man who is actually interested in having a conversation about science.
Desmond Harrison cannot believe his good fortune when he sits next to Thisbe—she’s intelligent and incredibly beautiful. He longs to see her again—but he’s ashamed of his low birth. Not to mention his employment with the infamous Professor Gordon, a formerly respected scientist who turned to spiritualism and is now deeply scorned.
When Professor Gordon demands that Desmond recover an artifact for him—an ancient object reputed to have terrible power, known as the Eye of Annie Blue—Desmond realizes that only Thisbe holds the key. Desmond must choose between his love for Thisbe and his loyalty to his mentor…but humanity’s very future will depend on his choice.
My review :
When a scientist woman meet the perfect man, do they have a future together when villains and dark forces league together to tear them apart...
This is my first read by Mrs Candace Clamp ans despite this book being the seventh in this series, it is also a prequel so the number 0.
So lucky me, as I was new to this author, it was a great way to meet the different heroes of the books set after this one.
And as a lover of paranormal, I was happy with the add of supernatural details.
And for a great read, it was one.
Thisbe and Desmond are far from perfect, flawed in their own way, it is mostly their own Insecurities which will threaten their relationship and burgeoning romance.
Thisbe has never known any hardship, her family standing on her side whatever she decides, she is even free to go to lectures alone, as they trust her judgement. But when she meets a man sharing her love for science, she fears her name might scare him or bring him to make unsolicited demands.
Desmond, on the other side, had never had anything easy, like for many paupers. He was lucky his cleverness opened some doors to him but his absence of wealth closed much more. Yet, he is able to instruct himself through the different lectures he attends and he has a job even if it does not pay much, he has a roof over his head. Why from the beginning he juggled with the idea of wooing the delicious and intelligent Miss he just met. In his ideas, he has nothing to offer.
So when he learns whom she is, he wants only to run away.
But he listens to her reason for keeping her family’s connections hidden and understands.
And there is the matter of this artefact he is pressed to find.
The author did a great job at portraying Desmond’s struggles between his rising affection toward Thisbe to his loyalty to the man who gave him a chance. He fights but caught between two fires, even when he tried to do the right thing, at a time it will blow to his face.
Thisbe despite her own faults, is easy to anger, if her trust is tested, she becomes blind to any reasonable explanations, outraged, she sees the world as black and white. Her upbringing and youth prevent her to see the layers of grey life brings between the black and white.
When Desmond, whatever his mistakes, never truly betrayed her, he withdrew some informations but never he meant any harm.
The paranormal side of the story is related to the artifact Desmond is missioned to steal and the side effects said artefact has on the persons close to it. It hold a certain power in the plot and in some it guides the characters on a different road they have followed. Still it is their partnership that might help solve the mystery surrounding the Eye.
5 stars for this clever tale with a hint of fantastical.
I was granted by the publisher Harlequin Books an advance copy through Netgalley. I preordered my own. Here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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January 27, 2020
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Wit and Sin
Two scientists from very different worlds come together in the delightful Her Scandalous Pursuit . Candace Camp returns to her Mad Morelands series with a prequel featuring the eldest Moreland, Thisbe.
Thisbe is a scientist who has the support of her family and the freedom provided by her station to attend lectures and meetings, even if the men there don’t take her seriously. I enjoyed her fearless nature and the way she wouldn’t let sexism stop her from pursuing her studies. When she meets Desmond at a lecture, she’s delighted to find a man who is willing to talk with her as an equal. Desmond was a total sweetheart. He’s patient, kind, and protective, though that last quality tends to get in his way at times. Desmond is very conscious of his “low birth” – especially when he finds out Thisbe is a duke’s daughter – but he cannot deny the pull between them. Thisbe comes from a very unconventional family and is unconcerned with their difference in stations. While some suspension of disbelief is required for how casual the Morelands are and how much freedom Thisbe has to be alone with Desmond, I was happy to go along for the ride. Thisbe and Desmond fit extremely well and were so easy to root for, even when misunderstandings or misplaced honor get in their way.
The romance between Desmond and Thisbe might have been better suited to a novella if it weren’t for the subplot filling out a good portion of the book. Desmond is working for a disgraced scientist who is obsessed with finding Annie Blue’s Eye, an ancient artifact rumored to possess supernatural powers. At the same time Thisbe begins to have nightmares connected to the Eye’s creator. When Desmond learns Thisbe has a connection to the Eye, it sets off a chain of events that lead the two of them on a dangerous pursuit. I can’t say much about this plotline for fear of spoiling the story. For me, this storyline slowed down the book at times and wasn’t as interesting as the romance, but that could just be personal preference.
Her Scandalous Pursuit is a prequel to the Mad Morelands series and having not read the other six books I can safely say it stands alone. Fans of the series will undoubtedly be thrilled to see their favorite characters before their happily ever afters. And I enjoyed this welcoming, loving, intellectual family so much that I cannot wait to read the rest of the series (Thisbe’s youngest brothers, the Greats, were especially charming). All in all, Her Scandalous Pursuit is a thoroughly entertaining read.
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Two scientists from very different worlds come together in the delightful Her Scandalous Pursuit . Candace Camp returns to her Mad Morelands series with a prequel featuring the eldest Moreland, Thisbe.
Thisbe is a scientist who has the support of her family and the freedom provided by her station to attend lectures and meetings, even if the men there don’t take her seriously. I enjoyed her fearless nature and the way she wouldn’t let sexism stop her from pursuing her studies. When she meets Desmond at a lecture, she’s delighted to find a man who is willing to talk with her as an equal. Desmond was a total sweetheart. He’s patient, kind, and protective, though that last quality tends to get in his way at times. Desmond is very conscious of his “low birth” – especially when he finds out Thisbe is a duke’s daughter – but he cannot deny the pull between them. Thisbe comes from a very unconventional family and is unconcerned with their difference in stations. While some suspension of disbelief is required for how casual the Morelands are and how much freedom Thisbe has to be alone with Desmond, I was happy to go along for the ride. Thisbe and Desmond fit extremely well and were so easy to root for, even when misunderstandings or misplaced honor get in their way.
The romance between Desmond and Thisbe might have been better suited to a novella if it weren’t for the subplot filling out a good portion of the book. Desmond is working for a disgraced scientist who is obsessed with finding Annie Blue’s Eye, an ancient artifact rumored to possess supernatural powers. At the same time Thisbe begins to have nightmares connected to the Eye’s creator. When Desmond learns Thisbe has a connection to the Eye, it sets off a chain of events that lead the two of them on a dangerous pursuit. I can’t say much about this plotline for fear of spoiling the story. For me, this storyline slowed down the book at times and wasn’t as interesting as the romance, but that could just be personal preference.
Her Scandalous Pursuit is a prequel to the Mad Morelands series and having not read the other six books I can safely say it stands alone. Fans of the series will undoubtedly be thrilled to see their favorite characters before their happily ever afters. And I enjoyed this welcoming, loving, intellectual family so much that I cannot wait to read the rest of the series (Thisbe’s youngest brothers, the Greats, were especially charming). All in all, Her Scandalous Pursuit is a thoroughly entertaining read.
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
February 4, 2021
3.5 🍀
“𝙽𝚞𝚎𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚜 𝚟𝚒𝚍𝚊𝚜 𝚜𝚘𝚗 𝚕𝚘 𝚚𝚞𝚎 𝚗𝚘𝚜𝚘𝚝𝚛𝚘𝚜 𝚑𝚊𝚌𝚎𝚖𝚘𝚜 𝚚𝚞𝚎 𝚜𝚎𝚊𝚗. 𝚂𝚘𝚗 𝚕𝚘 𝚚𝚞𝚎 𝚑𝚊𝚌𝚎𝚖𝚘𝚜 𝚌𝚘𝚗 𝚕𝚘 𝚚𝚞𝚎 𝚗𝚘𝚜 𝚑𝚊 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚎𝚍𝚒𝚍𝚘. "
Aquí les traigo mi opinión sobre "Entre el amor y la lealtad" de Candace Camp, un romance de época, que me ha sorprendido bastante pues tiene tintes de paranormal con un misterio que resolver, algo que me encanta y que no me esperaba.
Nuestra protagonista Thisbe es una científica y aristócrata que está acostumbrada a ser la única mujer que participa en conferencias y reuniones del gremio, donde los hombres la miran con superioridad y desprecio. En una de estas conferencias conocerá a Desmond, otro científico, criado en un entorno pobre, que se ha esforzado por conseguir trabajar para un reputado profesor, ahora vapuleado por sus propios compañeros debido a sus recientes estudios sobre espíritus.
Ambos conectan casi desde el primer momento, lo que les llevará a entablar una amistad basada en el respeto mutuo y puede que surja algo más…
Los protagonistas me han gustado muchísimo, ella es inteligente, valiente y decidida. Él, en cambio, es tímido, algo inocente y bastante tierno. Creo que es raro ver a un protagonista con estas cualidades dentro del género romántico histórico, donde abundan los hombres fuertes, con mucho mundo y que llevan la voz cantante. Es por ello que ha sido un soplo de aire fresco y, la verdad, he adorado a Desmond.
La historia entraña un misterio con tintes paranormales que se ha ido gestando durante muchos años, por lo que nuestros personajes se ven envueltos en la búsqueda de un extraño objeto con cualidades “mágicas” que los pone en peligro. Tendrán que resolver dicho enigma, enfrentarse a personas que también desean ese objeto, a la vez que se debaten entre el amor, la diferencia de clase social entre ambos y la lealtad que siente Desmond hacia su maestro.
Me ha entretenido mucho y me ha encantado que me sorprenda la historia.
“𝙽𝚞𝚎𝚜𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚜 𝚟𝚒𝚍𝚊𝚜 𝚜𝚘𝚗 𝚕𝚘 𝚚𝚞𝚎 𝚗𝚘𝚜𝚘𝚝𝚛𝚘𝚜 𝚑𝚊𝚌𝚎𝚖𝚘𝚜 𝚚𝚞𝚎 𝚜𝚎𝚊𝚗. 𝚂𝚘𝚗 𝚕𝚘 𝚚𝚞𝚎 𝚑𝚊𝚌𝚎𝚖𝚘𝚜 𝚌𝚘𝚗 𝚕𝚘 𝚚𝚞𝚎 𝚗𝚘𝚜 𝚑𝚊 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚎𝚍𝚒𝚍𝚘. "
Aquí les traigo mi opinión sobre "Entre el amor y la lealtad" de Candace Camp, un romance de época, que me ha sorprendido bastante pues tiene tintes de paranormal con un misterio que resolver, algo que me encanta y que no me esperaba.
Nuestra protagonista Thisbe es una científica y aristócrata que está acostumbrada a ser la única mujer que participa en conferencias y reuniones del gremio, donde los hombres la miran con superioridad y desprecio. En una de estas conferencias conocerá a Desmond, otro científico, criado en un entorno pobre, que se ha esforzado por conseguir trabajar para un reputado profesor, ahora vapuleado por sus propios compañeros debido a sus recientes estudios sobre espíritus.
Ambos conectan casi desde el primer momento, lo que les llevará a entablar una amistad basada en el respeto mutuo y puede que surja algo más…
Los protagonistas me han gustado muchísimo, ella es inteligente, valiente y decidida. Él, en cambio, es tímido, algo inocente y bastante tierno. Creo que es raro ver a un protagonista con estas cualidades dentro del género romántico histórico, donde abundan los hombres fuertes, con mucho mundo y que llevan la voz cantante. Es por ello que ha sido un soplo de aire fresco y, la verdad, he adorado a Desmond.
La historia entraña un misterio con tintes paranormales que se ha ido gestando durante muchos años, por lo que nuestros personajes se ven envueltos en la búsqueda de un extraño objeto con cualidades “mágicas” que los pone en peligro. Tendrán que resolver dicho enigma, enfrentarse a personas que también desean ese objeto, a la vez que se debaten entre el amor, la diferencia de clase social entre ambos y la lealtad que siente Desmond hacia su maestro.
Me ha entretenido mucho y me ha encantado que me sorprenda la historia.
January 30, 2020
Her Scandalous Pursuit by Candace Camp is book 7 in The Mad Morelands Series but is also the Prequel. This is the story of Desmond Harrison and Thisbe Moreland. I have already read a few books in this series (which I loved!) and the characters have been mixing around each book but I did feel you can easily make this a standalone book if you wish to do so. Although Thisbe is the daughter of the Duke of Broughton her passion is being a scientist. This leads her to many lectures learning which no man really takes her seriously. So when she is attending the lecture at the Covington Institute and a man sits down beside her she is taken with him which has never happened before then when they talk he takes her seriously in conversation. Thisbe doesn't give him the information that she is from a titled family but only wants his attention on her and their love of science...not any class or title. Desmond is a shy low born man who is working with his mentor Professor Gordon, who was once a respected scientist but now the Professor is scored upon.
Thisbe and Desmond build on their love of science, friends and of course their attraction. Then the Professor request that Desmond take the Eye of Annie Blue which the Professor wants to use to prove his theories. Desmond is asked to steal it if he can not get it any other way. Of course when Desmond goes to the dowager Duchess of Broughton to ask to see it he is refused. Which leads him to look around to see how easily he could take it. But he is found by Thisbe where he learns who she really is but will he reveal what he really is doing?
I am such a fan of this author's writing....loved it!
Thisbe and Desmond build on their love of science, friends and of course their attraction. Then the Professor request that Desmond take the Eye of Annie Blue which the Professor wants to use to prove his theories. Desmond is asked to steal it if he can not get it any other way. Of course when Desmond goes to the dowager Duchess of Broughton to ask to see it he is refused. Which leads him to look around to see how easily he could take it. But he is found by Thisbe where he learns who she really is but will he reveal what he really is doing?
I am such a fan of this author's writing....loved it!
January 29, 2020
As with all the Mad Moreland books, Thisby and Desmond’s story is packed with adventure, humor and best of all love! It’s the 7th book in the series, but also a prequel and it was so fun to see the other family members as children. I have loved each and every Mad Moreland and their roads to HEA and so will you!
January 27, 2020
This book is, in my opinion, the best in the series of The Mad Morelands. The storyline is enthralling and the historical details of the witch burnings are amazing. It's a suspenseful mystery with a supernatural element. If you haven't read any of the other books in the series you should at least read this one. Highly recommended!
January 29, 2023
A little confusing, but not bad.
January 20, 2020
❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Very enjoyable and entertaining Prequel to this Mad Moorland Series.
I always love to read Candace’s books , they have a wonderful feel to them and never fail to take me to another world , somewhere that I can forget my troubles and just enjoy the experience.
This is one such book , sit back , relax and loose yourself in the world of The Moorlands.
Excellent storyline with characters that gell together wonderfully.
Addictive reading, and full of romance
Recommended.
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Very enjoyable and entertaining Prequel to this Mad Moorland Series.
I always love to read Candace’s books , they have a wonderful feel to them and never fail to take me to another world , somewhere that I can forget my troubles and just enjoy the experience.
This is one such book , sit back , relax and loose yourself in the world of The Moorlands.
Excellent storyline with characters that gell together wonderfully.
Addictive reading, and full of romance
Recommended.
I received an Arc copy of this book and chose to post this review
March 14, 2020
As a scientist Lady Thisbe Moreland is quite used to being treated poorly and not taken seriously by the men who inhabit the same scientific circles. So she's happily surprised when an attractive man sits next to her at a lecture and winds up engaging her in a lively scientific discussion.
Desmond Harrison is thrilled to sit next to the beautiful and obviously intelligent Thisbe, even if his shyness means she's the one to start their conversation. He longs to spend more time with her but she's obviously a lady and he worries his low status as the son of a laborer will be problematic, as well as the fact that he works for the once respected and now heavily scorned Professor Gordon.
Gordon is seeking proof of the existence of a spiritual realm and tasks Desmond with procuring an artifact for him, the Eye of Annie Blue, a device reported to have great, and not necessarily good, power. Desmond soon realizes that the lady reported to be in possession of the Eye is Thisbe's grandmother, and he is torn between his loyalty to the mentor who has done so much for him and his growing love for Thisbe.
This was a classic situation in which both the hero and heroine have concealed some facet of their lives from each other. It was actually quite well done in this instance, although Thisbe got on my nerves with her stubborn and rather hypocritical insistence on being angry with Desmond for doing essentially the exact same thing she'd done. Thisbe's stubbornness in general was a bit annoying, especially in its repetitiveness, however I found her quirky and unconventional family to be delightful to read about. I was very rather thrown off by the paranormal aspect of this one, as I wasn't expecting its extent and it really freaked me out a bit, so I suppose that's a good show since it held my attention.
This book was well-written and I plan to read the rest of this series, which I've been collecting for awhile now but have yet to read. Luckily this is apparently a prequel to the series so I haven't missed anything and this can be read out of order with no problems.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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Desmond Harrison is thrilled to sit next to the beautiful and obviously intelligent Thisbe, even if his shyness means she's the one to start their conversation. He longs to spend more time with her but she's obviously a lady and he worries his low status as the son of a laborer will be problematic, as well as the fact that he works for the once respected and now heavily scorned Professor Gordon.
Gordon is seeking proof of the existence of a spiritual realm and tasks Desmond with procuring an artifact for him, the Eye of Annie Blue, a device reported to have great, and not necessarily good, power. Desmond soon realizes that the lady reported to be in possession of the Eye is Thisbe's grandmother, and he is torn between his loyalty to the mentor who has done so much for him and his growing love for Thisbe.
This was a classic situation in which both the hero and heroine have concealed some facet of their lives from each other. It was actually quite well done in this instance, although Thisbe got on my nerves with her stubborn and rather hypocritical insistence on being angry with Desmond for doing essentially the exact same thing she'd done. Thisbe's stubbornness in general was a bit annoying, especially in its repetitiveness, however I found her quirky and unconventional family to be delightful to read about. I was very rather thrown off by the paranormal aspect of this one, as I wasn't expecting its extent and it really freaked me out a bit, so I suppose that's a good show since it held my attention.
This book was well-written and I plan to read the rest of this series, which I've been collecting for awhile now but have yet to read. Luckily this is apparently a prequel to the series so I haven't missed anything and this can be read out of order with no problems.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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January 27, 2020
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Thisbe Moreland prefers to spend her time attending scientific lectures or on her experiments rather than attending balls. She’s an intelligent woman who had the benefit of an education. Though she’s the daughter of a duke, she prefers to be known as Miss Moreland rather than Lady Thisbe. While attending one of her lectures, a handsome young man arrives late, and takes the available seat next to Thisbe. They cast sneaking glances at each other, and the young man blushes and quickly glances away each time he’s caught. When the lecture ends, and the shy young man begins to leave, Thisbe knows she’ll have to be the one to speak first.
Desmond Harrison has a passion for science and knowledge to equal Thisbe’s. He’s a working man with a clerical job, and a second one, assisting Professor Gordon. Desmond couldn’t help but look at the lovely lady seated next to him, but found himself unable to speak to her. Though not extravagantly dressed, she’s clearly a lady, and out of his class. Still, when the lecture is over, and she begins a conversation, he’s immediately at ease and comfortable with a kindred spirit. They agree to meet again at an upcoming event.
Thisbe and Desmond continue to meet, and become closer friends, though they still hide some part of their real identities from the other. Thisbe doesn’t confide that she’s a duke’s daughter, and Desmond hides the fact that his father is a convict who has been transported. Ironically, Professor Gordon has taken an extreme interest in spiritualism, particularly in a mystical item called The Eye of Annie Blue. This item is rumored to contain tremendous power, and is in the possession of none other than Thisbe’s grandmother. Professor Gordon’s attempts to buy or borrow or study the artifact have all been refused, and he sends Desmond to scout out the Moreland mansion. Of course he runs into Thisbe as he lurks around the house!
HER SCANDALOUS PURSUIT takes off with Thisbe and Desmond desperately falling for each other, but with many obstacles to overcome. Their social statuses are so disparate – how could a duke’s daughter possibly make a match with a simple clerk, one who barely earns enough to support himself? There is also the added pressure of Professor Gordon urging Desmond to use any nefarious means at his disposal to access the artifact he’s desperate to have. Though it’s not true, will Thisbe believe that he is only using her to get to her grandmother?
There is a major paranormal element to this story, one that involves both their ancestors and the mysterious Eye of Annie Blue. I have to admit that parts of this were genuinely creepy - the all too real nightmares and the evil attached to the artifact add a very dark component to the book. The romance was sweet, strong, and genuine. I admire Desmond’s character and his desire to be his own man. His love and dedication to Thisbe was so strong that he would even give her up, if it meant keeping her safe. Thisbe took a while to accept that the strange happenings were genuinely supernatural, and that everything couldn’t be explained by science. Her love for Desmond was strong, and she was willing to risk all for the chance of a future with him. Thisbe’s family, known as the Mad Morelands, is a collection of unusual characters, but one thing they all have in common is the wish for Thisbe’s genuine happiness, and their lack of concern for social status or society’s opinion. HER SCANDALOUS PURSUIT actually takes place before the other Moreland books, so it very easily can be read as a standalone. I found the romance very satisfying, and the story different and compelling. I recommend it for fans of historical romance who enjoy the supernatural, as its presence is a major part of the story.
Thisbe Moreland prefers to spend her time attending scientific lectures or on her experiments rather than attending balls. She’s an intelligent woman who had the benefit of an education. Though she’s the daughter of a duke, she prefers to be known as Miss Moreland rather than Lady Thisbe. While attending one of her lectures, a handsome young man arrives late, and takes the available seat next to Thisbe. They cast sneaking glances at each other, and the young man blushes and quickly glances away each time he’s caught. When the lecture ends, and the shy young man begins to leave, Thisbe knows she’ll have to be the one to speak first.
Desmond Harrison has a passion for science and knowledge to equal Thisbe’s. He’s a working man with a clerical job, and a second one, assisting Professor Gordon. Desmond couldn’t help but look at the lovely lady seated next to him, but found himself unable to speak to her. Though not extravagantly dressed, she’s clearly a lady, and out of his class. Still, when the lecture is over, and she begins a conversation, he’s immediately at ease and comfortable with a kindred spirit. They agree to meet again at an upcoming event.
Thisbe and Desmond continue to meet, and become closer friends, though they still hide some part of their real identities from the other. Thisbe doesn’t confide that she’s a duke’s daughter, and Desmond hides the fact that his father is a convict who has been transported. Ironically, Professor Gordon has taken an extreme interest in spiritualism, particularly in a mystical item called The Eye of Annie Blue. This item is rumored to contain tremendous power, and is in the possession of none other than Thisbe’s grandmother. Professor Gordon’s attempts to buy or borrow or study the artifact have all been refused, and he sends Desmond to scout out the Moreland mansion. Of course he runs into Thisbe as he lurks around the house!
HER SCANDALOUS PURSUIT takes off with Thisbe and Desmond desperately falling for each other, but with many obstacles to overcome. Their social statuses are so disparate – how could a duke’s daughter possibly make a match with a simple clerk, one who barely earns enough to support himself? There is also the added pressure of Professor Gordon urging Desmond to use any nefarious means at his disposal to access the artifact he’s desperate to have. Though it’s not true, will Thisbe believe that he is only using her to get to her grandmother?
There is a major paranormal element to this story, one that involves both their ancestors and the mysterious Eye of Annie Blue. I have to admit that parts of this were genuinely creepy - the all too real nightmares and the evil attached to the artifact add a very dark component to the book. The romance was sweet, strong, and genuine. I admire Desmond’s character and his desire to be his own man. His love and dedication to Thisbe was so strong that he would even give her up, if it meant keeping her safe. Thisbe took a while to accept that the strange happenings were genuinely supernatural, and that everything couldn’t be explained by science. Her love for Desmond was strong, and she was willing to risk all for the chance of a future with him. Thisbe’s family, known as the Mad Morelands, is a collection of unusual characters, but one thing they all have in common is the wish for Thisbe’s genuine happiness, and their lack of concern for social status or society’s opinion. HER SCANDALOUS PURSUIT actually takes place before the other Moreland books, so it very easily can be read as a standalone. I found the romance very satisfying, and the story different and compelling. I recommend it for fans of historical romance who enjoy the supernatural, as its presence is a major part of the story.
February 2, 2020
Her Scandalous Pursuit is the seventh book in Candace Camp's The Mad Morelands series. It's actually a prequel to the first six books, so I suppose it's actually book 0. Since I haven't read the first six yet, I was thrilled to discover it's a prequel; of course it totally stands alone. I need to go back and read the others, as the Morelands appear to be such a unique family. I was charmed by them all!
Thisbe Moreland is the oldest Moreland daughter. Actually, she's the oldest child, since she was born a few minutes before her twin Theo. She is a scholar and a scientist, which makes her rather odd in society. While attending a lecture a handsome young man, Desmond Harrison, sits beside her. Both are quickly smitten. Desmond is thrilled to find such an intelligent woman, and Thisbe is excited to meet a man who doesn't find her scientific bent the least bit offputting. Desmond is of low birth, but the Morelands aren't snobs. However, Thisbe doesn't tell him she's a duke's daughter, frightened that would scare him off. Professor Gordon, Desmond's employer and mentor who is obsessed with spiritualism, wants him to steal an artifact - the Eye of Annie Blue, believed to have great mystical power - from a dowager duchess, Desmond says no, but agrees to look in the house and see if he can find it. Imagine his surprise when he discovers the dowager duchess is his Thisbe's grandmother!
At first I was disappointed to discover that there were paranormal aspects to the story, but as I read along it really started to draw me in. Thisbe had terrifying dreams that seemed very real. Being a scientific woman, they totally threw her for a loop. Desmond was also a scientist, but believed in omens that concerned him. I loved Thisbe, but got irritated with her when she found out Desmond's employer wanted him to steal the Eye and she wouldn't believe Desmond had no intention of doing so. I understood that she thought he was just using her, but she withheld the information that she was a duke's daughter. But regardless of my brief annoyance, I loved Desmond's relationship with Thisbe and also her family. It was heartbreaking when it appeared their love would not survive upcoming events, and neither would they. I could not put the book down! I have got to read more about this "mad" family.
I received an ARC of this book courtesy of the publisher and NetGalley. I received no compensation for my review, and all thoughts and opinions expressed are entirely my own.
Thisbe Moreland is the oldest Moreland daughter. Actually, she's the oldest child, since she was born a few minutes before her twin Theo. She is a scholar and a scientist, which makes her rather odd in society. While attending a lecture a handsome young man, Desmond Harrison, sits beside her. Both are quickly smitten. Desmond is thrilled to find such an intelligent woman, and Thisbe is excited to meet a man who doesn't find her scientific bent the least bit offputting. Desmond is of low birth, but the Morelands aren't snobs. However, Thisbe doesn't tell him she's a duke's daughter, frightened that would scare him off. Professor Gordon, Desmond's employer and mentor who is obsessed with spiritualism, wants him to steal an artifact - the Eye of Annie Blue, believed to have great mystical power - from a dowager duchess, Desmond says no, but agrees to look in the house and see if he can find it. Imagine his surprise when he discovers the dowager duchess is his Thisbe's grandmother!
At first I was disappointed to discover that there were paranormal aspects to the story, but as I read along it really started to draw me in. Thisbe had terrifying dreams that seemed very real. Being a scientific woman, they totally threw her for a loop. Desmond was also a scientist, but believed in omens that concerned him. I loved Thisbe, but got irritated with her when she found out Desmond's employer wanted him to steal the Eye and she wouldn't believe Desmond had no intention of doing so. I understood that she thought he was just using her, but she withheld the information that she was a duke's daughter. But regardless of my brief annoyance, I loved Desmond's relationship with Thisbe and also her family. It was heartbreaking when it appeared their love would not survive upcoming events, and neither would they. I could not put the book down! I have got to read more about this "mad" family.
I received an ARC of this book courtesy of the publisher and NetGalley. I received no compensation for my review, and all thoughts and opinions expressed are entirely my own.
January 22, 2020
Thisbe Moreland is used to men not taking her seriously. As a scientist, she’s accustomed to being the only woman at lectures and meetings, her presence met with scorn and derision. So it comes as a pleasant surprise when she sits next to a handsome young man who is actually interested in having a conversation about science. Desmond Harrison cannot believe his good fortune when he sits next to Thisbe—she’s intelligent and incredibly beautiful. Professor Gordon, Desmond’s employer demands that he recover an artefact for him an ancient object reputed to have terrible power, known as the Eye of Annie Blue Desmond realizes that only Thisbe holds the key. Desmond must choose between his love for Thisbe and his loyalty to his mentor
I’m so very pleased that Thisbe and Desmond have finally had their story. Although this book is book seven, it is actually the prequel to the series. We met Desmond in the other six books, but he was more in the background. I simply loved him. It’s the chemistry between Desmond and Thisbe that makes this book so good. It was lovely to see some of the characters from other books as children. A very well written enjoyable read that drew me in from the start
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
I’m so very pleased that Thisbe and Desmond have finally had their story. Although this book is book seven, it is actually the prequel to the series. We met Desmond in the other six books, but he was more in the background. I simply loved him. It’s the chemistry between Desmond and Thisbe that makes this book so good. It was lovely to see some of the characters from other books as children. A very well written enjoyable read that drew me in from the start
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
January 28, 2020
I received an ARC of this book to read through Edelweiss+ in exchange for a fair review. Her Scandalous Pursuit by Candace Camp is the seventh book in her Mad Morelands series, but it is actually a prequel and so can be read without having read the other books in the series first. Never interested in having a season Lady Thisbe Moreland is a scientist and while attending a lecture she meets Desmond Harrison a fellow student of science and feels an instant attraction. Afraid that he won't like her if he finds out she is the daughter of a duke, she hides her title and introduces herself as simply Thisbe Moreland. Desmond Harrison discovers that the scientific object that his mentor is seeking is owned by Thisbe's grandmother and he hides that information from her as he is afraid that she will think he is only interested in her for that and feeling that their statuses are too far apart for him to court her still he still desperately wishes to remain her friend. Dreams, premonitions and ghostly visitations play a part in this friends to lovers romance and I enjoyed it thoroughly. Medium Steam. Publishing Date January 28. 2020 #HarlequinRomance #Edelweissplus #CandaceCamp #HerScandalousPursuit #HistoricalRomanceNovel #bookstagram
February 1, 2020
Prologue... 1556 Power beyond measure, a creation that could destroy and she had created it. She threw it in the fire to destroy it...
Can I just say I was grabbed by the prologue and could not wait to see what it meant and how this played into the story which picks up in London 1868. There was no doubt in my mind Candace Camp had created another incredible tale and trust me, I was not disappointed!
"Thisbe thought the lecture at Covington Institute would be informative. She didn't expect it would change her life." Yes, it really would because the "odd tingle at the nap of her neck" was Desmond Harrison. As he sat beside her at the lecture and they actually talked about their interest and science, the attraction could not be denied!
A sizzling attraction, humor, some paranormal, drama, secrets and an exciting journey to a happy ever after that took a few twist and turns, makes this one of my favorite in the Mad Morelands series.
Trust me you will not be able to put it down once you start!! Magical!
Can I just say I was grabbed by the prologue and could not wait to see what it meant and how this played into the story which picks up in London 1868. There was no doubt in my mind Candace Camp had created another incredible tale and trust me, I was not disappointed!
"Thisbe thought the lecture at Covington Institute would be informative. She didn't expect it would change her life." Yes, it really would because the "odd tingle at the nap of her neck" was Desmond Harrison. As he sat beside her at the lecture and they actually talked about their interest and science, the attraction could not be denied!
A sizzling attraction, humor, some paranormal, drama, secrets and an exciting journey to a happy ever after that took a few twist and turns, makes this one of my favorite in the Mad Morelands series.
Trust me you will not be able to put it down once you start!! Magical!
January 8, 2020
Her Scandalous Pursuit is actually a prequel to the Mad Moreland series by Candace Camp. I enjoyed this book for the first section of it. Thisbe Moreland is a blue stocking and a scientist. She is also the daughter of a Duke, but that’s a secret she tries to keep when attending scientific lectures. When a handsome young man sits next to her, she is amazed to meet someone with similar interests and someone who takes her seriously. I thought this story started off quite strong. It lagged in the middle and I found myself skimming through the chapters. It does pick up the pace quite a bit the last fourth of the book. There are several steamy love scenes and quite a bit of mystical art and intrigue. Overall a good read but not my favorite Mad Moreland. I was given a copy of this book.
January 21, 2020
I think 3 stars. Will mull further.
January 12, 2020
Another GREAT by Candace Camp! Her Scandalous Pursuit is book 7 in the Mad Morelands series and I hope this series never ends it is that good. Though in a series it can be read as a standalone. Candace has such an amazing and creative way in her writing, she is truly one of best in historical regency and mystery. I found myself sitting on the edge of my seat and holding my breath while reading this story and the Eye of Annie Blue. Thisbe and Desmond have such a great chemistry as well as all her characters. This story has nightmares, a kidnapping, mistrust, secrets, hiding one’s identity, family love, misunderstandings, thief, a very brave heroine and love at first sight. You must read this book, I highly recommend it and any of the Mad Morelands series book… you won’t be disappointed.
***This book was gifted to me and I am voluntarily reviewing.
***This book was gifted to me and I am voluntarily reviewing.
February 4, 2020
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I loved the set up of this book. It had a strong focus on science and mysticism with a sweet romance. When our two protagonists meet at a lecture sparks fly and shared academic passions set the two on a path to unearth and old secret and possibly forge a strong future together.
I loved the set up of this book. It had a strong focus on science and mysticism with a sweet romance. When our two protagonists meet at a lecture sparks fly and shared academic passions set the two on a path to unearth and old secret and possibly forge a strong future together.
January 29, 2020
I was so excited to see Thisbe Moreland get her own story. It was fun to revisit the family and see all the kids as younger versions. A great story, some twist and turns, and some unexpected outcomes that surprised me. I definitely recommend this story. This book was a gift and I am choosing to leave a review.
October 21, 2019
Her Scandalous Pursuit is Candace Camp’s latest entry in her series on The Mad Morelands. Daughter Lady Thisbe meets optical shop worker Desmond at a scientific lecture and they become friends. Desmond works for a man who is researching the spirit world and what might be found in order to communicate with those who have passed on. Mr. Wallace, who is funding the research is desperate to gain possession of an antique something called the Eye. No one knows what this Eye looks like or even what it’s supposed to do, but Wallace is determined to obtain it by whatever means possible. When it is revealed that Thisbe’s grandmother is believed to possess the Eye and that she now is residing with the Morelands, Desmond comes under great pressure to use his developing relationship with Thisbe to get the artifact. I love this series. The characters are interesting and not at all stuffy or ridiculous unless the author is poking fun. This installment has a supernatural twist and a mystery to go along with a budding relationship. Thisbe’s grandmother says Thisbe has the sight. The aunt who raised Desmond said he has the mark of death on his back. Can these two ever find happiness with so much stacked against them? And what exactly is the Eye? Ms. Camp has written a story that grabbed this reader’s interest and never let go until the last word. I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book from NetGalley. Most highly recommend.
January 5, 2020
Unfortunately, I just couldn't get into this one the way I have the others of this series that I've read. One good thing is that this book is a prequel to the others, so you needn't have read them in order to enjoy this one. In fact, having read a couple of the others, I was a little confused while reading this one as I didn't realize it was a prequel when I requested it.
I enjoyed Thisbe and Desmond. Quite a lot actually. I relished in watching them get to know each other, I enjoyed the way he took her family in stride. But there was just so much going on that it became muddled in parts. When you added into it the overwhelming paranormal aspect of this one? I just found it increasingly hard to get into.
Had it been kept to wild ghost stories and suppositions? I might have found it more interesting. But when you add into it the dreams, or visions or whatever the heck Thisbe was supposed to be experiencing? It took away from the plot, in my opinion, instead of adding to it.
All things considered, what bothered me probably won't bother other readers. And what I couldn't get into? Others will probably not be able to put this one down. I would definitely read more from this author, and especially if she's got more to say about those Mad Morelands!
DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.
I enjoyed Thisbe and Desmond. Quite a lot actually. I relished in watching them get to know each other, I enjoyed the way he took her family in stride. But there was just so much going on that it became muddled in parts. When you added into it the overwhelming paranormal aspect of this one? I just found it increasingly hard to get into.
Had it been kept to wild ghost stories and suppositions? I might have found it more interesting. But when you add into it the dreams, or visions or whatever the heck Thisbe was supposed to be experiencing? It took away from the plot, in my opinion, instead of adding to it.
All things considered, what bothered me probably won't bother other readers. And what I couldn't get into? Others will probably not be able to put this one down. I would definitely read more from this author, and especially if she's got more to say about those Mad Morelands!
DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.
March 26, 2020
Candace Camp is one of my favorite authors but Her Scandalous Pursuit just didn't work for me. 2 stars
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