Slightly Dangerous

ByMary Balogh

Release Date: 2004-06-01
Genre: Historical Romance

Score: 4.5

4.5

From 494 Ratings

Description

BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Mary Balogh's The Secret Mistress.

All of London is abuzz over the imminent arrival of Wulfric Bedwyn, the reclusive, cold-as-ice Duke of Bewcastle, at the most glittering social event of the season. Some whisper of a tragic love affair. Others say he is so aloof and passionless that not even the greatest beauty could capture his attention. But on this dazzling afternoon, one woman did catch the duke’s eye—and she was the only female in the room who wasn’t even trying. Christine Derrick is intrigued by the handsome duke…all the more so when he invites her to become his mistress.

What red-blooded woman wouldn’t enjoy a tumble in the bedsheets with a consummate lover—with no strings and no questions asked. An infuriating lady with very definite views on men, morals, and marriage, Christine confounds Wulfric at every turn. Yet even as the lone wolf of the Bedwyn clan vows to seduce her any way he can, something strange and wonderful is happening. Now for a man who thought he’d never lose his heart, nothing less than love will do.

With her trademark wit, riveting storytelling, and sizzling sexual sparks, Mary Balogh once again brings together two polar opposites: an irresistible, high-and-mighty aristocrat and the impulsive, pleasure-loving woman who shows him what true passion is all about. A man and a woman so wrong for each other, it can result only in the perfect match.

Reviews

My favorite in this series
5
By roeluvsparis
I simply loved Christine’s and Wulfric’s story.
Perfection
5
By DarcyGirl85
This book is just what a historical romance should be. Oh Wulf ❤️❤️❤️
Not Great But Still Engaging
3
By DoctorSoJo
This is a sweet story that goes on a bit too long and winds around a few too many curves. I would’ve liked to have seen more romantic scenes between the two main characters and less “will they won’t they” dramatics. Strong writing and good fun in many places but not for those looking for a steamy read.
Enchanting novel
5
By Kclovesmermaids
Such a great romantic book.
the best
5
By Suzie-Q66
I love most of thjis author's books but this one is the best as far as I'm concerned. I agree with the reviewer who compared the hero to Mr. Darcy. He is so stuffy in the beginning and I had to laugh at how the heroine was his undoing. She is a charming character.
A new Favorite!
5
By DelanieDarling
I thought Christine was perfectly hilarious and everything I would be if I were in her position, all laughs and inappropriate behavior. Wulf was a sexier version of Mr. Darcy from Jane Austin's Pride and Prejudice. I absolutely loved this story!