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Scandal (Paperback)

by Amanda Quick (Author)
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Under the Quick ( Surrender ) pseudonym, veteran romance novelist Jayne Ann Krentz (see review of Silver Linings below) offers a tale of Regency England that, while deftly handled with touches of humor, is more notable for its darker side: the hero and heroine rescue each other from past injuries while challenging each other for control within their relationship. Emily Faringdon, a 24-year-old spinster, adores a man she has never met: Simon Traherne, her favorite correspondent on her favorite subject, romantic poetry. When Simon attends a meeting of Emily's local literary society, he indeed seems to be "the man of her dreams," a handsome earl apparently willing to overlook the scandal in her past--a thwarted elopement. But Simon is interested in her mostly as an instrument for revenge: he blames Emily's father for his own father's ruin and suicide 23 years before. Since then, Simon has plotted to destroy the Faringdons. A romantic with a strong pragmatic streak, Emily persuades Simon that marrying her enhances his possibilities for gaining revenge and she then begins her own campaign to win his affection and free him from the past that has poisoned his life.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.


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In this story, a flame-haired beauty risks all to turn romance into passion and vengeance into love.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Scandal, Jul 18 2004
By K. Hill (Windsor, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scandal (Paperback)
This is actually one of my favorites by Amanda Quick. It is witty and funny. I thought the manipulative and powerful character of Simon made a perfect contrast to the sweet, seeming naivety of Emily. I found both characters likeable and I found this to be a thoroughly enjoyable read. I've read it three times now and I've loved it each time.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Revenge is a Dish Best Served Cold, April 25 2004
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This review is from: Scandal (Paperback)
Engaging Big Bad Wolf meets Naive Sweet Innocent story. Not quite as steamy as I would have liked, but still enjoyable.

An earlier reviewer said she saw this as an "Anne of Green Gables meets Russell Crowe" story. For me, it was "Anne of Green Gables meets Jason Isaacs". Same idea, different actor. ;-)

This was my first Amanda Quick book and I intend to read her others.

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3.0 out of 5 stars If you can get through the first 50 pages, Aug 26 2002
By "chezkelly" (Singapore) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Scandal (Paperback)
Well, I must admit that I couldn't stand the naive romanticism of Emily initially. And I found it hard to imagine how Simon was attracted to her (which it appeared to be so), even though he meant to marry her for revenge. Anyway, as the story progressed, it was getting more interesting. Simon ended up not as mean as one would expect from someone seeking revenge but Emily's naivety bordered between boldness and stupidity. Nevertheless, I do find myself enjoying the read, minus some of the literary lines. It's always sweet to see Simon falling in love with Emily through his behaviour.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Anne of Green Gables meets a BAD boy
Emily Faringdon has resigned herself to a loveless life in the country making investments for the women in her literary society and writing passionate letters to her mysterious... Read more
Published on Jan 22 2002 by Jesse Petersen

5.0 out of 5 stars A Diamond of the First Water
This is one of my all-time favorite Amanda Quick books. It is funny, sweet, and action-filled. The character development is outstanding, as they grow in relation to each other... Read more
Published on Nov 3 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Story
I own all Books written by Amanda Quick a.k.a. Jayne Ann Krentz. These books are witty, the characters are wonderful, the men bold the women beautiful and smart and the stories... Read more
Published on Oct 21 2001 by Rebecca Delio

4.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed this book !
While this work may not be my favorite Amanda Quick novel (With This Ring and I Thee Wed are my two favorites), I still found it to be an enjoyeable read. Read more
Published on Sep 13 2001

3.0 out of 5 stars One of Quick's earlier books...
SCANDAL was probably one of the first Amanda Quick books I read (before all her heroines started intermingling into one "Amanda Quick heroine" in my mind). Read more
Published on Aug 20 2001 by bookjunkiereviews

3.0 out of 5 stars dissapointed
Today I read "Scandal" a book written by my favorite author. As always I prepare myself for a good read, after all this is Amanda Quick Im talking about. Read more
Published on Jan 4 2001 by Jennie

2.0 out of 5 stars Boring
This was my first Amanda Quick book and i found it to be horrible. Emily is a smart female, i'll give her that, but she's so naive and caught up in her love for Simon, who isn't... Read more
Published on Dec 23 2000

4.0 out of 5 stars Uplifting
This book was a very nice and fun read. Our hero, Simon, is bent on getting revenge on Broderick Farington for an incident that took place when Simon was 12. Read more
Published on Sep 4 2000 by FannyPrice27109

1.0 out of 5 stars Very disappointing
I love Amanda Quick's books and have read almost all of them but this one is most disappointing. Emily Faringdon is a complete idiot. Read more
Published on Jul 31 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Revenge is sweet . . .
Especially when it leads to love, as it does for Emily Faringdon and Simon Traherne, Earl of Blade, in _Scandal_ a phenomenal book by acclaimed Regency author Amanda Quick... Read more
Published on May 4 2000 by Mandy

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