By: Gayle Callen
Genres: Romance Historical
Posted: May 17, 2010
Rebecca Leland has always been sheltered from living life, with a history of becoming ill easily her family has kept her away from enjoying the daily life of a lady. Now it is time for her live and enjoys every detail she can regardless of the risk it may make to her reputation.
When Julian and his friends thwart the robbery of the painting of the scandalous lady they soon discover the thieves are none other than Rebecca and her sister and cousin. Julian has his suspicions about Rebecca and believes she is the lady in the painting and is closer to the jewel he plans to recover his family honor. So, when all three women admit to being the one in the painting it is the start of a game and a bet that Julian is ready to win.
As Rebecca decides to draw Julian's attention away from the other two women they find themselves trapped together in an adventure that will put them in some close quarters and discover that danger is waiting for them at every turn. Will Julian find out that Rebecca is his true lady and will Rebecca be willing to give up her life for adventure for a life with Julian?
Gayle Callen has started her next trilogy with a bang, funny, exciting and a thrill that will keep you turning the pages. The chemistry between two very strong minded characters Rebecca Leland and Julian Delane is truly romantic. I look forward to the next book in this wonderful new series from one of historical romances greatest.
Book Summary
The biggest secret in London is about to be . . . revealed.
Every gentleman is wondering: Who is the beauty in the scandalous nude portrait hanging in one of London's most fashionable clubs? Is it true that she's a member of the ton? Who would be so daring. so reckless?
Julian Delane, Earl of Parkhurst, has a good idea. So good, in fact, that he's willing to make a wager on it. If only the bet were all that's at stake…
Determined to clear the family name from a scandal that claimed his father's life, Julian believes the ravishing model will lead him to answers. Rebecca Leland—spirited, adventurous, with a bit of a wild streak—is just as determined to evade his questions. But when Julian finally corners his quarry, he may find Rebecca well worth the pursuit.
In Pursuit Of A Scandalous Lady
by: Gayle Callen
Scandalous #1 Avon
May 1, 2010
On Sale: August 27, 2010
Featuring: Julian Delane; Rebecca Leland
384 pages
ISBN: 0061783412
EAN: 9780061783418
Mass Market Paperback