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The Perfect Rake

Merridew Series, Book 1

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The Perfect Rake

By: Anne Gracie
Narrated by: Heather Wilds
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A phony engagement turns into real passion in this delightful Regency romance from award-winning author Anne Gracie.

Fate has lavished beauty on the Merridew sisters - that is, all save the eldest. But plain Prudence bears no grudge; she loves her four beautiful sisters infinitely. So when their abusive grandfather is laid up with an injury, she seizes the opportunity to concoct an ingenious plan that will allow all five of them to escape the clutches of their legal guardian. All it will take is a little matrimonial deception....

A renowned rake, Gideon, Lord Carradice, has a way of making ladies swoon. But when Prudence arrives at his doorstep and mistakes him for his cousin, the Duke, it is Gideon who's infatuated. The delightful spitfire claims she and the Duke are engaged - although a taller tale was never told. In spite of the lies, Gideon is so taken with charming Prudence that he's eager to join her game, especially if it will award him a stolen kiss or two. Now, Prudence's plot is about to go terribly, albeit deliciously, awry....

Contains mature themes.

©2005 Anne Gracie (P)2020 Tantor
Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Regency Regency Romance Romance Feel-Good Funny Witty

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I loved this book! It is the first time reading anything by this author. The conversation between Gideon and the Uncle over mourning attire and Brummel had me laughing out loud! Looking forward to listening to the rest. Very amusing and great writing!

Excellent read!!

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I thoroughly enjoyed this. I thought Prudence began to become quite unlikeable in the middle but i began to like her near the end!

The Best Rake

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It is well read and an excellent novel. The only slight problem is the lack of pause between the captures.

Humorous and romantic

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Such a pity that what was essentially a good story line was spoiled by the dreadful monotone of the reader. Her voice didn't change even in the romantic moments.


A good story spoiled

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A very interesting and entertaining story. Many laugh aloud moments and amusing turns of phrase.

Very enjoyable

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