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One Night Is Never Enough

One Night Is Never Enough, March 2011
Secrets Universe #2
by Anne Mallory

Avon
Featuring: Charlotte Chatsworth; Roman Merrick
384 pages
ISBN: 0062017306
EAN: 9780062017307
Kindle: B00499DUPA
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"A debutante in the devil's den proves to be quite an entertaining duel of wits."

Fresh Fiction Review

One Night Is Never Enough
Anne Mallory

Reviewed by Melissa Kammer
Posted April 15, 2011

Romance Historical

Charlotte Chatsworth is the epitome of a debutante -- beautiful, well mannered, and quite a gem. Unfortunately, this is her third season, and her father keeps dismissing possible suitors. It seems that none are good enough for his daughter, or at least not good enough to pay off his gambling debts. Charlotte receives quite a shock when she learns that she is part of her father's wager. She is to spend one night with the man who held the winning hand. If anyone finds out, she will be ruined and the scandal will take her family down with her. How could her father do this? How will she survive the ordeal? Roman Merrick rules London's underworld. Life is his game and he uses people as his pawns taking what he wants when he wants. At the moment, he wants Miss Charlotte Chatsworth. When the opportunity presents itself to have her, he seizes the chance. He knows he plays a dangerous game, but he cannot help himself. He wants to see how well she will adapt to his environment and to his penchant for games. Charlotte touches him like no one else, and he wishes to simply possess her. Will he succeed in conquering her? Or will she send his world spiraling out of control? Anne Mallory crafts another decadently delicious historical romance. She pits calculating innocence against rakish charm in a high stakes game where no one leaves unscathed. Charlotte and Roman have an intense connection even though they run in different social circles, and their banter and games make this a quick and fun read. I was completely caught up in the mystery and allure and was left wondering who would reign victorious in the end. Ms. Mallory knows how to keep a reader entertained, and I thoroughly enjoyed this simmering romance. ONE NIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH entices, turns the tables, and keeps rolling in the surprises.

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SUMMARY

Powerful, ruthless, seductive -- the lord of London's underworld -- Roman Merrick gets anything he wants...and he burns for Charlotte Chatsworth, a polished jewel in the glittering ton. So he engages her debt-ridden gambler father in a game of chance, wagering ten thousand pounds against one night with the man's exquisite daughter. And Roman Merrick never loses. Charlotte is devastated to learn that her reprobate father has lost her in a card game to the most dangerous man she's ever met. With the threat of ruin behind every corner, Charlotte embarks upon a perilous path with the man she cannot forget. But in truth, it's Roman who has everything to lose -- for a game undertaken for pleasure alone soon has him gambling his heart. And love and passion unleashed could bring his great, dark empire tumbling down...

Excerpt

“What exactly is your business, Roman?” “My business is complicated and boring.” He tilted his head, a smile curling. “No, I withdraw that. My business is complicated and far too exciting for a delicate lady’s ears. You will likely faint before I utter the first words of an explanation.” “It is a good thing that my ears are sturdy then, and that I’ve never fainted before,” said Charlotte. “There is always a first. At least you are on the bed. You would fall so prettily upon your back. Lips parted, in complete surrender.” The reminder of their position was unnecessary, but still brought color to her cheeks. “See. There. I detect the beginnings of a faint already.” “More likely you detect the stirrings of my temper.” “Really? I bet you look quite lovely in a fit. Cheeks all ablaze in passion.” “I thought you were uninterested in beauty.” He smiled slowly. “What I’m interested in is you.” He leaned forward and one finger touched her chin. “I’m going to possess you, Charlotte.”


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