Noble Deceptions

By Brenda Hiatt

Book Overview

A rebellious bride and a double deception . . .

When Lord Marcus Northrup takes over the role of that legendary Regency Robin Hood, the Saint of Seven Dials, he looks forward to adding adventure and purpose to his otherwise dissipated and useless existence. But on his very first foray as the Saint, a good deed lands him in a compromising situation that leads to a completely unintended betrothal to a girl he's just met.

American shipping heiress Quinn Peverill has only come to England for the sake of the family business, at her father's insistence. When she disguises herself as a boy to help a servant girl in trouble, the last thing she expects is to end up engaged to a complete stranger! But her father, fearing scandal that could harm the business, refuses to let her cry off.

Forced into a marriage neither wanted, Quinn and Marcus attempt to make the best of it and soon discover a powerful attraction between them. But even as passion turns to love, both are hiding secret identities that could lead to arrest if discovered. If they can admit to their growing love and trust each other with the truth, it could lead to a lifetime of happiness-or to disaster.

Book 2 of Brenda Hiatt's bestselling Saint of Seven Dials series.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1940618347
• ISBN13: 9781940618340
• Release Date: January 2017
• Publisher: Brenda Hiatt
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

A nice love story!

This couple - Marcus and Quinn - did not even know each other. And it always amazes me how in merry old England of years gone by so many women could be compromised for doing hardly anything. And this is what happened to Quinn and Marcus - but Quinn's father took advantage of this little misstep and announced Marcus and Quinn to be betrothed. They marry almost immidiately and what follows is really a very nice love story. I thought one of the more interesting aspects was that Quinn felt Marcus was very stodgey and reserved - which he certainly was not. This couple did not fight each other - but allowed a real love to develope while they were both fighting the inequities of the poor in different ways. I enjoyed this book very much!

Embraces the sense and sensibilites of the 19th century

England is riddled with stuffy conventions and stultifying hypocrisy. After the freedom she enjoyed in Baltimore, Quinn Peverill is reluctant to temper her mindset and yes, her behavior, to that of a meek and mild debutante. As the daughter of a ship's captain and an English lady, Quinn has led a remarkably charmed life (where her intelligence has not only been appreciated, but has bettered the finances of her father's shipping company). To find herself amongst the aristocracy and their absurdly confining rules is far too constricting an experience for this free spirit to tolerate -- without kicking up a fuss, that is, and embroiling herself in a wholly unexpected scandal.Ms. Hiatt has talent to spare there is no doubt. A REBELLIOUS BRIDE is an historical romance that embraces the sense and sensibilities of the nineteenth century. Ms. Hiatt also pushes said boundaries with a passionate vibrancy: Quinn is a headstrong heroine who rebels against her so-called station in life by actively pursuing a social cause. Marcus is also a cut-above other heroes of this very popular time period. His rakish past pales in comparison to the good he is doing now. Indeed, until very recently Marcus's life has been a hollow shell.Quinn's father is overly manipulative, however. Hence, Quinn and Marcus's hasty betrothal and ensuing marriage are somewhat contrived. So, too, are various elements of the plot. Reckless heroines of the Regency period face a predictable fate, yes? What bothered me the most, however, (and dragged on far too long) was the secrecy shrouding parts of Quinn and Marcus's relationship. It's impossible to create a truly satisfying and intimate relationship while the hero and heroine are withholding very important pieces of themselves, I think. A reader is hanging in limbo for the majority of this novel, waiting for the other shoe to drop.Some incredibly sensual lovescenes and a sigh-inducing chemistry between Marcus and Quinn help to keep a reader's attention focused on the love story, rather than the elements that fall short of said reader's expectations. A REBELLIOUS BRIDE is the second novel in a trilogy, I believe, involving the Saint of Seven Dials. If Ms. Hiatt continues on this upward spiral, the best is yet to come. Her prose is smooth and flows with gratifying ease. Her plot is unembellished and her characters are remarkably likeable, if not always circumspect. All in all, there is very little to rebel against in this novel, and much to enjoy.

fun sequel to ROGUE?S HONOR

In 1816 England, American visitor Quinn Peverill misses the freedom of her native Baltimore. Bored with societal rules and not knowing most of them, Quinn goes about London unescorted while her father conducts business. At about the same time, Lord Marcus Northrup takes on the Robin Hood mantle of the Saint of the Seven Dials from his recently married friend when he observes Quinn disguised as a lad trying to help a young pickpocket. Not expecting to see one another ever again, Marcus and Quinn are caught in a situation that requires they marry. Neither one wants to wed a stranger, but society dictates they must to avoid a scandal. Thus the couple get hitched. As they become acquainted with one another they argue and fight until love enters the relationship. Brenda Hiatt is highly regarded by Regency romance readers for her energizing tales starring warm characters. Her latest novel, THE REBELLIOUS BRIDE, is a fun sequel to ROGUE'S HONOR. Though the bickering between the lead protagonists is amusing it also slows down the action. Still, readers will find the independent fiery Quinn a charmer and Marcus a hero while simply enjoying the latest Saint tale and vowing they want more such stories.Harriet Klausner