Title: A Loving Scoundrel
Author: Johanna Lindsey
First published April 27, 2004
444 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9780743456302 (ISBN10: 0743456300)
Rating: 4.17
Overview
Get ready to fall in love with the Malorys all over again in Johanna Lindsey’s newest tale of adventure and romance. When the notorious rakehell, Jack Malory, sets his sights on the beautiful but mysterious Elizabeth, he has no idea what he’s in for.
Elizabeth grew up on the streets of London disguised as a boy, but she has dreams of becoming a proper lady and finding a gentleman to call her own. As Jack watches her transform from scrappy urchin to stunning beauty, he finds himself falling under her spell.
But with a dangerous enemy lurking in the shadows, determined to destroy Elizabeth at any cost, Jack will have to use all his cunning and courage to protect the woman he loves. With scandal, intrigue, and a love that defies all odds, A Loving Scoundrel is a must-read for fans of historical romance.
About the Author
Johanna Helen Howard was born in Germany on March 10, 1952. Her father, Edwin Dennis Howard, was a soldier in the U.S. Army, so the family moved around a lot during her childhood.
Growing up, her father always talked about retiring in Hawaii. After he passed away in 1964, Johanna and her mother moved there to honor his dream.
While still in school, Johanna married Ralph Lindsey in 1970 and became a young housewife. They had three children: Alfred, Joseph, and Garret, who have since made her a grandmother.
After Ralph’s passing, Johanna moved to Maine to be closer to her family.
In 1977, Johanna wrote her first book, Captive Bride, on a whim. It was a success, and she went on to sell over 58 million copies of her books worldwide.
Her books cover a wide range of historical eras, including the Middle Ages, the American Old West, Regency England-Scotland, and even a few sci-fi romances. However, her most popular stories are about the Malory-Anderson Family, a Regency England saga.
Sadly, Johanna Lindsey passed away on October 27, 2019, in Nashua, New Hampshire at the age of 67. Despite her passing, her legacy lives on through her beloved books.
Editoral Review
A Loving Scoundrel by Johanna Lindsey is a historical romance novel that was first published on April 27, 2004. Lindsey, who has been writing romance novels for over 40 years, is a bestselling author known for her captivating, witty, and passionate stories.
Her novels feature strong heroines, sexy heroes, and intriguing plots set in various historical eras. A Loving Scoundrel is set in 18th century London and revolves around a young and beautiful orphan, Roslynn Charing, who is left destitute after her father’s death.
She is forced to seek employment as a governess for the children of a wealthy merchant, Robert St. John. However, Roslynn soon discovers that her employer is not as respectable as he seems and is involved in criminal activities.
Things take an interesting turn when Roslynn meets the notorious gambling scoundrel, Anthony Malory, at a party. Malory is immediately taken with Roslynn’s beauty and challenges her to a game of cards.
This sets off a series of events that eventually leads to Roslynn and Malory falling in love. The plot of A Loving Scoundrel is propelled forward by Lindsey’s enchanting writing style, which engages the reader’s imagination and transports them back in time.
The descriptions of the opulent lifestyles of the wealthy and the gritty underworld of London are vividly portrayed. The characters of Roslynn and Malory are well-developed and have depth to their personalities.
Lindsey’s portrayal of their love affair is done tastefully and with sensitivity, making the reader feel like a willing accomplice in their relationship. However, the novel does have some weaknesses, such as a predictable plot and a lack of complexity in some of the supporting characters.
Despite these flaws, A Loving Scoundrel is an entertaining and enjoyable read that will appeal to fans of historical romance novels. Overall, A Loving Scoundrel is a well-written and engrossing historical romance novel that will appeal to fans of the genre.
It is a captivating tale of love, intrigue, and adventure set in a fascinating time period that is brought to life by Lindsey’s writing. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a lighthearted and entertaining read.
I give it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
