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Das Geheime Verlangen Des Marquess (2014)

by Delilah Marvelle(Favorite Author)

3.61 of 5 Votes: 3

languge

English

genre

Romance

publisher

Cora Verlag

series

Scandal

review 1: I normally don't read series out of order, (have read the first in this series, still need the second) but couldn't resist the combination of a Polish heroine with strong feelings for her homeland and an English hero who struggles with urges toward self-harming to deal with the trauma of parental suicide. Perfect for angstbunny me, and intriguingly romantic. Bonus points for an intriguing what-if take the on Anastasia disappearance and use of Polish-Russian relations. Another winner for Ms. Marvelle.
review 2: The first chapter of this book is deceptive. It starts with a scandalous flirtation between an uptight Englishman and a irresistible woman of unknown origin under a moonlit window. A light frothy romance was my initial reaction after reading chapter one.... more However, I was wrong. As we get to know the characters we are introduced to the emotional and physical flaws that plague them. This book is ultimately about the power of love to transform two individuals who accept each other unconditionally and find passion and understanding which they had both feared would never be theirs. I feel the first chapter of the book captures how we all wear masks to the world in order to b acepted by those we want to impress. Tristan, our 'Hero' is so desparate to appear the proper gentleman that he even authors a book called 'How to Avoid a Scandal' which he has delivered to our 'Heroine' Zosia for her unlady like behavior. Underneath Tristan's dull upright facade however lies a lonely man who feels unloved and isolated due to the senselessly tragic deaths of his parents and the scars they left behind. This translates into self-mutilating behavior that he feels if known by the rest of the world would make him an outcast in an unforgiving and cruel society.When he meets the physically disabled Zosia it's as if he has found the key to his salvation. Zosia herself is spirited and beautiful but has given up on finding love due to her fear that she will never find someone who would desire her due to her imperfections.After they actually meet in person, it is as if they have found the missing part of each other's soul. The total acceptance is apparent from the beginning. Tristan feels he has met someone who he can share his feelings of shame and not be rediculed, but loved for the man he is. For Zosia it is as if she has found the loving man who is willing to give up everything to support the woman he loves who is dedicated to a bigger cause.The book is not perfect, but it is lovely none the less. There is no angst regarding doubt about each other's feelings rather there are circumstances they must overcome which are beyond their control. There is a sweet, if rushed HEA, but there is true depth of character which is often lacking in many historical romances. less

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