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A Forbidden Love [Mass Market Paperback]

Alexandra Benedict (Author)
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)


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December 27, 2005

Sinfully decadent Anthony Kennington, Viscount Hastings, lives for pleasure—and he rues the day when he must wed and produce an heir. But he is not a man who runs from danger, and when he chances upon an enchanting gypsy maiden in the woods hounded by bandits, he leaps to her defense. Now, surely, there is but one place for the injured and unconscious lovely to properly recuperate: in his bed.

Sabrina is shocked when she awakens in an opulent bedchamber, nursed in every way by a dashing gentleman. She knows she must leave the haven of Anthony's home at once, even though her life is still in grave danger—though a different kind of peril awaits her in the viscount's arms. If Sabrina surrenders to this handsome rogue, she will be an outcast. Yet does she dare ignore the future that's written on his palm—the promise of a shared lifetime of love and ecstasy?


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When Anthony Kennington, Viscount Hastings, comes across a beautiful woman in danger, he does what any gentleman would do--he rescues her--although he has no idea why two armed men would be chasing a gypsy for her gold locket. After dispatching the two ruffians, Anthony brings the injured woman, whose name he later learns is Sabrina Kallos, home with him, where he intends on keeping her hidden until she is well enough to rejoin her people. Anthony's simple plan takes an unexpected turn once he discovers not only that Sabrina is still in danger but also that he seems to be increasingly reluctant to let her go. Two star-crossed lovers from different worlds must battle both a dangerous enemy and the prejudices of society before they can find their own happily-ever-after ending in Benedict's lushly written and lusciously sensual debut romance. John Charles
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About the Author

Alexandra Benedict is a storyteller at heart. A graduate of the University of Toronto, she works part-time in a museum, while also penning passionate tales of historical romance. An archaeology buff, she loves to travel and explore ancient ruins. Her hobbies include collecting art and reading classic British literature.


Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Avon (December 27, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 006084793X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0060847937
  • Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.3 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,454,133 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Alexandra Benedict is a storyteller at heart. She works part-time in a museum, while penning passionate tales of historical romance.

 

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 4 1/2 stars for an excellent debut!, January 2, 2006
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This review is from: A Forbidden Love (Mass Market Paperback)
Whenever I read a debut author, I tend to lower my standards a bit. I don't expect a whole lot. Well, Alexandra Benedict blew me away. I haven't read a debut this good in a very long time.

I wouldn't classify "AFL" as a romantic/suspense at all. It is a highly charged sensual romance with a little mystery thrown in for spice.

Be prepared for very hot love scenes and hot sexual tension. AB does not skimp on the sex, and they are tasteful yet erotic. I could not put this book down till I finished it. The characters are loveable and the slight mystery proved interesting and didn't bog down the romance.

For a light, sexy read, I highly recommend "A Forbidden Love" and am anxious to read her next novel. Avon has a gift with finding brilliant new writers and this one is no exception.
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars exhilarating regency romantic suspense, December 27, 2005
This review is from: A Forbidden Love (Mass Market Paperback)
In 1817 Viscount Anthony Kennington is the centerfold of Hedonistic pursuits. He lives for the day though he knows that one day soon he will need a legitimate heir. When he observes a luscious gypsy chased by outlaws, Anthony intercedes. However though he rescues the injured beauty, he is no knight in shining armor as in the back of his head he looks forward to her recovery so he can share his bed with her.

When Sabrina Kallos regains consciousness she is stunned to find she is not held captive by criminals, but instead lies in a lavish bedroom being tenderly nursed by a handsome aristocrat. To leave his haven means risking her life as someone is after her; to stay means jeopardizing her heart and soul. For this noble, who apparently lusts for her, is her eternal mate as she has read it in his palm; alas he is unable to see that love awaits them since he remains blind to higher feelings. Still honor s much as desire keeps them together as Anthony vows to keep Sabrina safe.

A FORBIDDEN LOVE is an exhilarating regency romantic suspense that though it follows somewhat the sub-genre rules, contains freshness because of the attitudes of the lead couple. Anthony is the typical rake bowed over by love that he assumes is lust. Sabrina is a unique protagonist who is so antitypical of the lead females starting with her palm reading skills. Readers will welcome a new author into the fold who if this novel is any indication will entertain the troops for years to come.

Harriet Klausner
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Decent but not amazing., November 6, 2006
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I had a hard time getting through this book, not because it was poorly written but simply because the story seemed to lag. The characters were not as fully developed as they could have been, and the heroine was too headstrong for her own good. I hate it when a heroine foolishly puts herself in danger. However if you are looking for a frivolous easy read to fill your romance quota then this book is the match for you.
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