MIRA
Featuring: Lord Randolph Cavanaugh; Felicia Throgmorton
384 pages ISBN: 0778368815 EAN: 9780778368816 Kindle: B076ZMQRR6 Mass Market Paperback / e-Book Add to Wish List
THE DESIGNS OF LORD RANDOLH CAVANAUGH is the first book in
the Cavanaugh series by Stephanie Laurens. Although
this is the first book in a series, readers might want to
check out THE TAMING OF RYDER CAVANAUGH, since Ryder and
Rand are brothers and both show up in this book. This story
revolves around the creation of the Throgmorton
Steam-Powered Horseless Carriage and getting it to the
upcoming Birmingham exhibition in working order and on time.
So many characters' fates are dependent upon how the
horseless carriage performs. Rand is financially invested in
the invention. The Throgmorton family finances and William
John Throgmorton's reputation as an inventor are at risk if
the invention fails. In addition to all the good guys who
have a stake in the steam engine being a success, there are
people trying to ensure it fails. Set against the beautiful
pastoral backdrop of Throgmorton Hall, THE DESIGNS OF LORD
RANDOLPH CAVANAUGH is classic Stephanie Laurens -- a hero
and heroine working together, matching their wits against
shadowy villains and falling in love along the way.
Randolph Cavanaugh is a man focused on his business and
making his own way in the world. His mother made him
somewhat wary of women and falling in love is the last thing
he expected. However, when he meets Felicia Throgmorton, her
beauty and intelligence prove to be too potent a mix to
ignore. For her part, Felicia is charmed by Rand's physical
attributes, as well as his engaging personality. Up until
now, the men in Felicia's life have been well-meaning but
single-minded when it comes to inventing. Rand and Felicia
both tend toward practicality, but Rand also encourages
Felicia's creativity when it comes to engineering. As the
attraction between this hero and heroine increases, they
find themselves teaming up to thwart a mysterious saboteur.
There are elements of a traditional mystery in THE DESIGNS
OF LORD RANDOLH CAVANAUGH, but the villain in this story is
unknown to the characters for most of the story while all is
revealed to the reader almost from the very beginning. Even
though the reader knows more than the characters, there is
still an edge of excitement as the story progresses and
builds to the conclusion.
THE DESIGNS OF LORD RANDOLH CAVANAUGH is sensational and
sexy, with a hint of mystery. This is a great book for
romance fans like me who prefer the conflict to not be
between the hero and heroine, but who love it when they're
on the same page. I hope to see some of these supporting
characters in future stories. I eagerly await the next
Stephanie Laurens book.
#1 New York Times bestselling author
Stephanie Laurens returns with a new series that captures
the simmering desires and intrigues of early Victorians as
only she can. Ryder Cavanaugh’s stepsiblings are determined
to make their own marks in London society. Seeking fortune
and passion, THE CAVANAUGHS will delight readers with their
bold exploits.
An independent
nobleman
Lord Randolph Cavanaugh is loyal and devoted—but only to
family. To the rest of the world, he’s aloof and
untouchable, a respected and driven entrepreneur. But Rand
yearns for more in life, and when he travels to
Buckinghamshire to review a recent investment, he discovers
a passionate woman who will challenge his rigid self-control…
A determined lady
Felicia Throgmorton intends to keep her family afloat. For
decades, her father was consumed by his inventions and now,
months after his death, with their finances in ruins, her
brother insists on continuing their father’s tinkering.
Felicia is desperate to hold together what’s left of the
estate. Then she discovers she must help persuade their
latest investor that her father’s follies are a risk worth
taking…
Together—the perfect team
Rand arrives at Throgmorton Hall to discover the invention
on which he’s staked his reputation has exploded, the
inventor is not who he expected and a fiercely intelligent
woman now holds the key to his future success. But
unflinching courage in the face of dismaying hurdles is a
trait they share, and Rand and Felicia are forced to act
together against ruthless foes to protect everything they
hold dear.
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