Nathan Grey, the Earl of Lindsey has quite the reputation as a gambler, drinker and debaucher of women. He even has the nickname, the Libertine of Lindsey because of his various affairs. When a friend of Nathan's comes to him and tells him of his estranged wife, Evelyn, who may be in danger because of the scandals involving the Prince and Princess of Wales, Nathan has no choice but to go to London and bring Evelyn back home till the rumors die down.

It has been three years since Evelyn has seen her husband. After the death of their young son, she thought their marriage was over because Nathan left her alone to deal with the pain. Evelyn wants to move on, but when Nathan appears, ordering her to leave London with him, she refuses. But that doesn't stop Nathan from kidnapping her and forcing her to his will. Nathan still loves Evelyn and wants her safe. Hopefully their time together will help them forgive each other and the love they once had for one another will grow again. But Evelyn can't get over the past hurts and wants a divorce. Nathan will not let Evelyn go without a fight and starts to court her. Evelyn is not sure what she wants and slowly allows Nathan to break down her defenses. The once estranged couple want to begin anew, that is until someone wants one of them dead. Now Nathan must protect Evelyn and himself against more than just betrayal and hurt. Will they ever be able to regain the magic they once had and remain alive to enjoy their fragile love?

The loss of a child for a parent is the worst possible thing that can happen. The way Julia London deals with the aftermath of Nathan and Evelyn's loss is written in such an incredible way. THE BOOK OF SCANDAL is not some fluffy, light historical romance, but rather an emotional telling of pain and forgiveness within ourselves and others. Both Nathan and Evelyn are responsible for the breakdown of their marriage and the way they try to rebuild is very moving. These are two characters who have lost so much and you hope their path back to each other will allow them to find joy and happiness again.

Things are not cut and dry in THE BOOK OF SCANDAL even when the reasons come to light on why Nathan and Evelyn are in danger. There is intrigue, suspense and some wonderfully written love scenes between Nathan and Evelyn that will not disappoint in the least. THE BOOK OF SCANDAL may make you shed a few tears but it is one book by Julia London that I have cherished and will not soon forget.