Mistress of Pleasure [Mass Market Paperback]

Delilah Marvelle (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2008

Granddaughter of a renowned courtesan, Maybelle de Maitenon has no interest in her grandmother's school in London where gentlemen receive instruction - in the art of seduction. Her only desire in life is to remain independent, free from men and that shackles of marriage. But when Maybelle lays eyes on Edmund Worthington, the Duke of Rutherford, at a soiree, and hears of his scandalous reputation, she decides he's the perfect person for her to have a tryst with no strings attached...Unbridled passion has again muddied Edmund Worthington's family name. After his very public dalliance with the strikingly beautiful and sensual Maybelle, his mother insists he marry her. But much to the Duke's surprise, Maybelle scoffs at his proposal. Never has he encountered such a brazen - and maddeningly irresistible - woman. But when Maybelle's grandmother falls ill, forcing Maybelle to take over the operation of her school, Edmund devises a plan to make her his. He enrols in the school, where no lone other than Maybelle must give him expert lessons in carnal pleasure.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A funny, smart and sexy story by a wonderful new author. I loved it!" -- Cheryl Holt, USA Today Bestselling Author

"A passionate and exciting debut!" -- Elizabeth Boyle, New York Times Bestselling Author

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Zebra Books (September 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1420104489
• ISBN-13: 978-1420104486
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #708,037 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Delilah Marvelle spent her youth studying various languages, reading voraciously, and playing the pianoforte. She confesses that here ends the extent of her gentle breeding. She was a naughty child who was forever torturing her parents with countless adventures that they did not deem respectable. Confined to her room on many occasions due to these misadventures, she discovered the quill and its amazing power. Soon, to the dismay of her parents, she rather enjoyed being confined to her room and finished writing her first historical romance (which was a heart stopping 800 pages long...) at the age of 14. You can visit her at her website at www.DelilahMarvelle.com or her blog that explores the naughtier side of history at www.DelilahMarvelle.blogspot.com

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sexy and Laugh Out Loud Funny, September 15, 2008

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Danielle DeBuono (Wheaton, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mistress of Pleasure (Mass Market Paperback)

I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book and read it...I was not disappointed. For her debut book --- Delilah had me in stitches; I never laughed so hard in all my life when reading some of the scenes. The sexual tension between Edmund and Maybelle was so well written you could just feel it. The sex scenes were well written. Edmund's mother the Duchess was so down to earth and ruled her son with a firm but loving hand....I loved the way Edmund listen to his mother. Maybelle's grandmere was a woman before her time. Get comfy on your couch or favorite reading chair and kick back and enjoy a light-hearted funny read.

I can't wait to read Hawksford story next. I'm looking forward to reading more books by her.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars HOT, HOT, HOT!!! Sinfully delicious!, September 15, 2008

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Kimberly Killion (Illinois) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mistress of Pleasure (Mass Market Paperback)

It is only on occasion that I read a book in its entirety, but I read MISTRESS OF PLEASURE in one sitting. This book offeres a unique premise where the head-mistress of the School of Gallantry teaches men the art of seduction. I was surprised by how emotionally connected I became to Edmund and Maybelle as well as the other characters in the story. This was a fun, witty read, laced with tons of sexual tension and wicked play.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Funny and sexy, with real characters, September 8, 2008

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Jane Public "hulabear" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mistress of Pleasure (Mass Market Paperback)

I saw Delilah read from her new book in Port Townsend this weekend, and I read "Mistress of Pleasure" in 3 sittings! The characters' motivations and psyches are quite real, the pace is streamlined, and the romantic tension begins almost at once--and keeps building from there. There are laugh-out-loud moments throughout, and the romantic scenes are well-written and satisfying. and hot! I can't wait to read the next one in the series.