Lord of Temptation (Warner Forever S.) [Mass Market Paperback]

Paula Quinn (Author)

Book Description

Series: Warner Forever S. | Publication Date: February 1, 2006

Norman Lord Dante Risande never met a woman he couldn't seduce - until a lovely slave named Gianelle refuses his bed and piques his interest. So when she's accused of murder, he can't sit idly by. As the King's right hand, it's his duty to investigate. But in order to save her, he must buy her.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Set in England a few years after the Norman conquest, Quinn's lively second romance in a historical trilogy (after Lord of Desire) offers two spirited protagonists as well as engaging minor characters. Handsome and wealthy Lord Dante Risande, a skilled warrior, has become accustomed to advances from adoring women. Unfortunately, the one woman he truly desires, Gianelle, is indifferent—almost hostile—toward him. Since Gianelle has been a slave to brutal masters her entire life, her only goal is to obtain freedom. Risande merely represents another master. When Gianelle becomes the sole suspect in the poisoning death of her previous master, Lord Bryce Dermott, her only hope for mercy lies with Risande. Determined to woo her, Risande treats Gianelle patiently and kindly, but the romance really ignites when they reach Risande's castle near Dover. Though the lengthy love scenes and exaggerated descriptions of Risande's "raw power and brutal beauty" impede the plot, the sharp repartee and dramatic finale make this a pleasant read. (Feb.)
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More than anything, Gianelle Dejiat wants to be free. After spending the last five years thanklessly serving Lord Bryce Dermott and trying to avoid the unwanted attentions of his brother, Edgar, she has finally saved up enough money to run away. Unfortunately, the same night that Gianelle tries to escape, Lord Bryce is murdered, and Gianelle is caught trying to leave the castle by King William's visiting envoy, Dante Risande. Dante is convinced that Gianelle is innocent of the crime, but the only way he can protect her from Edgar is by taking Gianelle with him. Gianelle is certain her new "master" has some kind of job in mind for her, quite possibly as his latest concubine, so Gianelle is more than a little surprised when Dante offers her the one thing no man has ever given her: her freedom. Quinn's second engaging historical romance features a sinfully sexy hero who meets his match in a strong-willed heroine and is an excellent choice for readers who like powerful, passion-rich medieval romances. John Charles
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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Forever (February 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446615951
• ISBN-13: 978-0446615952
• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 0.9 x 6.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #219,065 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Paula Quinn is a New York Times bestselling author and a sappy romantic moved by music, beautiful words, and the sight of a really nice pen. She lives in New York with her three beautiful children, three over-protective chihuahuas, and a loud umbrella cockatoo. She loves to read romance and science fiction and has been writing since she was eleven. She's a faithful believer in God and thanks Him daily for all the blessings in her life. She loves all things medieval, but it is her love for Scotland that pulls at her heartstrings.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lord of Temptation, July 30, 2006

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Willow - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lord of Temptation (Warner Forever S.) (Mass Market Paperback)

I finished reading Lord of Temptation last night and absolutely loved the book. Gia and Dante were fabulous. Totally believable characters that just grabbed your interest and held on to it the whole book.

I loved that Gia's characteristics and personality evolved in a believable way! You could feel her distrust of people in the beginning and the slow thaw when she found that people she met were genuinely good and happy. Those introductions to people who were happy with their lives gave her the canvas that she needed to relax her guard and let her soul emerge. She had so many personality traits that I loved, even when being so distrustful of the world. She was brave and stayed true to her friend. I loved her sense of humor!!! She also had a huge amount of love all bottled up inside of her and you gave her the perfect setting for that to come out and for her to become the person that she was meant to be.

As for Dante: A reformed rake who became able to focus and love only one deserving woman. Dante had such compassion and understanding of who she was even while lusting after her ~ and then his heart started to open up and let her in. He was tender - giving - unselfish - and totally HOT ....

Paula, I cannot wait to read more. As a total addict to Lynn Kurland I can honestly say that you are now rated right up there on the top shelf !!! I LOVED this book and look forward to reading more in the future.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Winner!, February 20, 2006

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M. Nix - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lord of Temptation (Warner Forever S.) (Mass Market Paperback)

Gianelle Dejiat is on a mission. Tired of being an abused slave in her master's household, she and another servant plan their escape. But their plans go awry and Gianelle is accused of murdering her master. Fearing that her life is going to come to an ugly end, Gianelle is surprised when King William's man, Lord Dante Risande comes to her rescue.

In order to prove her innocence, Dante must first purchase Gianelle. Knowing that Dante is a rogue, Gianelle refuses to give in to her attraction for him and goes out of her way to alienate Dante. Dante, however, has other plans for Gianelle. Plans that she is scared to believe in because she knows that she has no business depending on Lord Dante. In fact, he is a temptation that she just doesn't need.

I fell instantly in love with Lord Dante Risande. He is the epitome of a medieval hero and he made my heart thump. Whether he was listening to Gianelle yell at him or trying to seduce her, he went about his task in a manner that made me want to submit to him! Gianelle, well, she was harder to love because of her fears. There were times that I wanted to yell at her and tell her that Dante really loved her. Once she finally took the chance to love Dante, I breathed a sigh of relief. These two characters were perfect for each other.

Lord of Temptation is set in medieval England right after the Norman invasion. I love reading historical romances set in this time period, it's one of my favorites. Paula Quinn has captured the elements that so delight me; medieval intrigue, rebels and love. All of it just makes for a wonderful book. Lord of Temptation is alluringly delicious and I look forward to more from Paula Quinn!

Talia
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Yummy Hero!, February 16, 2006

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Kristi Ahlers (Illinois) - See all my reviews
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Dante Risande is a fearsome warrior with a face and form that leaves women sighing. He has not met a woman that will make him give up his freedom until the lovely Gianelle. She is about to be accused of a murder Dante is not so sure she may have committed. Taking her and her friend Casey he heads back to Graycliff castle but what starts off as a simple rescue turns into something Dante could never imagine.

Gianelle lives for the chance to experience freedom from her bonds of servitude. Her master is cruel and Gianelle knows that her only chance of living the way she wishes to escape. With her friend Casey they try for a daring escape only to be found by the handsome Lord Risande. Gianelle knows this rogue will cause her nothing but trouble but she is helpless when it comes to turning her back on him. He will only end up breaking her heart...or will he?

This second effort is a wonderfully romantic story. I loved Dante and Gianelle's story and highly enjoyed visiting with Brand and Brynn again. This is an author who knows how to develop endearing characters. I eagerly look forward to her next effort.