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A RECKLESS DESIRE

A Reckless Desire, March 2016
Breconridge Brothers #3
by Isabella Bradford

Ballantine Books
Featuring: Lucia di Rossi; Lord Rivers Fitzroy
384 pages
ISBN: 0345548167
EAN: 9780345548160
Kindle: B00N6PBFR8
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A RECKLESS DESIRE
Isabella Bradford

Reviewed by Lee Erin Berryhill
Posted March 1, 2016

Romance Historical

Unable to master the art of dancing like the rest of her famous family, Lucia di Rossi is forced to work as a servant for the dancers. Wanting to survive on her own terms, Lucia takes Lord Rivers Fitzroy up on his wager to turn her into an actress. Rivers takes Lucia to the country, and Lucia it seems, has a natural talent for acting. However, their plans for the future are unclear as their attraction for each other grows. In two months the wager is over, and Lucia must decide if she should run towards the stage or towards Lord Rivers.

A RECKLESS DESIRE by Isabella Bradford is a steamy romance with a unique storyline. Lucia is an actress, which is a unique twist to a romantic heroine. Her determination, dedication, and passion for new adventures is endearing, and readers will enjoy her fresh perspective on romance. Rivers is a wonderful hero, who is compassionate and kind with a bit or roguish behavior that will make readers swoon. The setting is quaint and helps set the tone for this unusual romance. The twists and turns within the story will keep readers turning pages, and hoping for a happily ever after for Lucia and Rivers. The secondary characters add some wit and humor to A RECKLESS DESIRE, and the dialogue is fresh and excellently written. I enjoyed reading A RECKLESS DESIRE more than I thought I would. Bradford's continuation of the Breconridge Brothers series with A RECKLESS DESIRE will not leave readers disappointed.

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SUMMARY

For fans of Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, and Sabrina Jeffries: the elegantly seductive third historical romance in Isabella Bradfordโ€™s Breconridge Brothers trilogy.
 
Lord Rivers Fitzroy is as charming and sought-after as his rakish elder brothers, though he immerses himself more in dusty books and scholarly pursuits than in bawdy houses. Yet, Hell-bent on making the most of his remaining bachelorhood now that his father insists he marry, Rivers becomes the favorite of a troupe of Italian dancers. One night, after a performance, the handsome lord is challenged with a most provocative wager: Turn the playersโ€™ meek and mousy cousin into the first lady of the London stage.
 
But Lucia di Rossi is not what she seems. Scorned by the rest of her family, Lucia longs for the respect and stardom of a great actress. Riversโ€™s wager could be the answer to all her hopesโ€”so long as he understands that she wants to be an actress, not his mistress. The two commence her metamorphosis in earnestโ€”even as passion begins to take center stage. As Luciaโ€™s dreams come true, she fears that it may be Rivers, not she, who is the master performer. Is he only making her believe he cares? Has she found the spotlight only to lose her heartโ€”or will the final curtain reveal a love strong enough to last?

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BOOK SERIES

Breconridge Brothers

A Wicked Pursuit
A WICKED PURSUIT
#1.0 โ€ข March 2014
A Sinful Deception
A SINFUL DECEPTION
#2.0 โ€ข March 2015
A Reckless Desire
A RECKLESS DESIRE
#3.0 โ€ข March 2016

 

 

 

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