Lady Hargrave, Delilah, has accompanied her older sister to
New York. Both her sisters are older than Delilah and they
have never been close, but the three sisters are trying to
develop a relationship, which one of the reasons Delilah
is in New York. While there, she meets a man who could make
her forget all the rules of propriety; in fact, he does and
the man she knows as Samuel Russell gives her one
unforgettable night before she returns to England.
Samuel had declined the invitation to his best friend's
wedding, but when a business trip takes him to Germany, he
stops in England on his way home. Even if he won't admit
that the wedding is not the only thing drawing him to
England. Samuel has never forgotten the woman who gave him
a memorable night.
As Samuel and Delilah meet again, sparks will fly. Delilah
doesn't like being reminded of her peccadillo, and Samuel
isn't about to allow her to get away with the same trick she
used last time to escape him.
Ms. Alexander is known for her humorous writing and THE
SCANDALOUS ADVENTURES OF THE SISTER OF THE BRIDE contains
the innuendo she is known for. Delilah is a widow and the
secrets of her marriage impede her ability to trust. When
Samuel's former fiancée appears ready to rebuild their
relationship, Delilah retreats.
Set against the backdrop of Delilah's sister's wedding,
Delilah is able to hide her growing attraction to Samuel.
Even with Camille caught up in the details of the wedding,
when Beryl comes to join them, she ferrets out the
attraction. With Beryl and Camille both working to show her
the error of her ways, Delilah is afraid to admit how much
she cares.
As a big fan of Ms. Alexander's, I love the battle of
wits that takes place in THE SCANDALOUS ADVENTURES OF THE
SISTER OF THE BRIDE. Ms. Alexander has a way of keeping the
reader guessing about what is happening as Delilah and
Samuel dance around each other. The reader will be caught up
in the emotional tug of war as Delilah learns the truth of
her first marriage.
The bride and groom cordially request the presence of. . .
The bride's sister, Delilah, the very proper widowed Lady
Hargate, and Samuel Russell, the groom's friend, a very
eligible, slightly improper bachelor, at their upcoming
wedding.
Lady Hargate and Mr. Russell, previously acquainted during
one unforgettable night in New York City when caution--and
clothing--were thrown to the wind will choose to pretend
they have never met before.
The lady plans to avoid love and its complications at all
costs.The gentleman intends to change her mind.
Guests are invited to enjoy the many diversions of Millworth
Manor--delightful grounds, lavish drawing rooms, secluded
corners--and the chance to discover that one night may have
been only the beginning. . .
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