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Bestselling author Alexander returns to Victorian England for her latest, the promising kickoff to a four-book series. In 1854 London, four titled gentlemen make a bet: the last man to avoid the inevitable trap of marriage wins an expensive bottle of brandy-as well as his precious freedom, for as long as necessity will allow. The first to face his trial is Gideon Pearsall, Viscount Warton, who lost his heart years ago to a conniving woman who briefly married him to make another lover jealous. Gideon firmly believes he will never love again, and the new "adventure" he's begun with Lady Judith Chester is merely that-a chance for excitement, a quenching of desire. Lady Chester, for her part, feels the same. A widow whose former husband abused her in secret, Lady Chester simply wants to enjoy her freedom with a man who's merely bad, rather than controlling and cruel. But the wounds of the past have a way of catching up with the carefree lovers, conspiring to expose their real, raw feelings for each other. The rich characters in this first installment of Alexander's "Last Man Standing" series (wickedly similar to Stephanie Laurens's Bastion Club novels) make this a satisfying start, though one hopes for a little more action and passion in future installments.
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Who will be the last unmarried man standing?
No man in his right mind would want to get married, but every duke, earl, and viscount knows that a fellow must do his duty in the end. So four of London's most desirable gentlemen make a wager—the prize going to the one who remains unwed the longest.
Gideon Pearsall, Viscount Warton, thinks he has a fair shot at winning. After all, he's managed to enjoy the favors of many a lady while resisting the parson's noose. Even when he's stopped dead in his tracks by the most scandalous woman in all of London—Judith, Lady Chester—he vows to have her bedded but never wedded.
Beautiful, and more than a little bit naughty, Judith has always kept herself within the bounds of respectability, even while playing by her own rules. And the experience has taught her to avoid marriage. She has no desire to resist Warton's hot kisses, and his tempting touch is impossible to ignore.
But soon both Judith and Gideon can't help but wonder . . . is it possible to be a little bit wicked and still follow your heart?
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Title: A Little Bit Wicked !!!!,
By M. MacDonald "an avid historical romance read... (Northern Hemisphere) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)
This review is from: A Little Bit Wicked (Mass Market Paperback)
Is it possible to be a little bit wicked ??? Of course it is, and this tale proves it !!Victoria Alexander is one of those writers I buy without needing to read a review, and know I will never be disappointed. In 1854 London, four friends, all seriously opposed to marriage, form a tontine investing one shilling each and a bottle of cognac. The winner is the last man to marry. Who will be the last to fall? And who will be the first? The first novel of the "Last Unmarried Man" Series is a truly great start . Gideon, Viscount Warton and Judith, Lady Chester are well matched for naughtiness,and slightly scandalous behaviour and you will, more than , enjoy the antics betwix the two. Who will be the last man standing?
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3.3 out of 5 stars (30 customer reviews) 6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
A refreshing story with a dose of humor,
By Maggie - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: A Little Bit Wicked (Mass Market Paperback)
The newest series by Alexander deals with the love stories of four confirmed bachelors who have no plans to get married anytime soon. The series starts off with this refreshing regency romance that tells the story of Judith and Gideon: they have both been in love and married before and, now in their early thirties, start what they both want to be a temporary affair, each intent on keeping their independence and avoiding marriage. However, they find that their attraction is stronger than anticipated and that they feel more for each other than just desire... as always, Alexander manages to infuse the story with a substantial dose of humor and with sympathetic characters who have a healthy dose of self-reflection. Warmly recommended.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
A little predictable, but a fun and entertaining read nonetheless...,
By Tringle "Steamy and Spice make every read nice!" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: A Little Bit Wicked (Mass Market Paperback)
I really enjoy good historical romances. Something about being whisked away to another time and place and learning to live with all the customs of that era is rather appealing.When I first picked up this book, I was quite intrigued by the unique boldness of the leading lady. The fact that Judith is a widow with no desire for yet another husband, and feels no need to ignore her physical needs/ desires, was interesting and ballsy to say the least. Although I had to admit that I didn't think the main character, Gideon, was as interesting as he could have been, the chemistry between these two was HOT HOT HOT! The love scenes were scorching, and although the end was fairly predictable, who doesn't love a happy ending?! All in all, I would say this is another good read if you have extra time and want something that doesn't require too much time or effort. 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
Never warmed up to the leads,
By Melissa - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: A Little Bit Wicked (Mass Market Paperback)
I'm glad this book was given to me rather than me shelling out seven plus dollars for it. There was so little to like. Firstly, the leads seem so cold and calculating. They meet, decide to have an affair, have sex, lay down ground rules of no emotional attachments, and engage in bouts of lovemaking interspersed with some well meaning but interfering friends and relatives. There are also past loves popping up too.I really thought both leads were boring and there was no real build up to their romance, no longing glances, no breathless interludes. I was tired of hearing Judith state how she did not need to ever marry again and that for her this sexual tryst was just a little interlude to pass the time and fulfill her needs. Ditto for the male lead, Gideon, although he seemed to be in touch with his feelings a little more than Judith. |
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