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A review by laurenjodi
Love in the Time of Scandal by Caroline Linden
5.0
Love in the Time of Scandal
4.5 stars
When a good friend extolls the virtues of Benedict Lennox, Lord Atherton, Penelope Weston feels compelled to warn her that the handsome and charming viscount has some very serious flaws indeed. Benedict is not impressed with Penelope's interference, but his attempt to confront her soon leads to scandal. Soon the two find themselves wed against their will. Can their attraction for one another overcome their differences or is their marriage doomed from the start?
Series note: The reasons for Penelope and Atherton's animosity are established in the previous book. Therefore, it is recommended that the books be read in order.
As a fan of love/hate relationships, I am often disappointed when the romance does not live up to the potential established in earlier books. This is not one of those instances as Penelope and Benedict's chemistry is off the charts. This may be due to the fact that their interactions in the previous installment were minor and there was little indication of their attraction. Consequently, their encounters here are much more potent and intense.
Following the events of book #2, Benedict's character left much to be desired, but Linden manages to redeem him quite successfully. It is always entertaining when a reserved and stoic hero meets his match in the hellion heroine, and Penelope is nothing if not wild and passionate. It was wonderful watching them working together to make the best of their situation without any unnecessary angst.
All in all, this is the best book in the series so far and I look forward to Olivia and Jamie's book next. It will be interesting to see how the mystery surrounding her plays out.
4.5 stars
When a good friend extolls the virtues of Benedict Lennox, Lord Atherton, Penelope Weston feels compelled to warn her that the handsome and charming viscount has some very serious flaws indeed. Benedict is not impressed with Penelope's interference, but his attempt to confront her soon leads to scandal. Soon the two find themselves wed against their will. Can their attraction for one another overcome their differences or is their marriage doomed from the start?
Series note: The reasons for Penelope and Atherton's animosity are established in the previous book. Therefore, it is recommended that the books be read in order.
As a fan of love/hate relationships, I am often disappointed when the romance does not live up to the potential established in earlier books. This is not one of those instances as Penelope and Benedict's chemistry is off the charts. This may be due to the fact that their interactions in the previous installment were minor and there was little indication of their attraction. Consequently, their encounters here are much more potent and intense.
Following the events of book #2, Benedict's character left much to be desired, but Linden manages to redeem him quite successfully. It is always entertaining when a reserved and stoic hero meets his match in the hellion heroine, and Penelope is nothing if not wild and passionate. It was wonderful watching them working together to make the best of their situation without any unnecessary angst.
All in all, this is the best book in the series so far and I look forward to Olivia and Jamie's book next. It will be interesting to see how the mystery surrounding her plays out.