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Rose Barclay finds herself in the middle of scandal because her husband, the Duke of Southdown, happened to die during their honeymoon. Of course journalists decide to create a juicy story out of it and now follow her wherever she goes trying to find another reason to write another dirty note about her. This situation alienates her from “friends” of the ton and while trying to escape those journalists, Steven McBride, literally stumbles at her feet. She’s thinking he’s a homeless man and doesn't want to make him a part of the atrocity she thinks her life is and so as the good samaritan she is, she takes him to where she’s staying to provide food and shelter for at least one night. The truth is that Mr. McBride was too drunk to stay on his feet, and lets her take care of him. When Rose realizes her mistake, not only does she notice her impeccable uniform, but also his masculine stance… and his very lack of decorum.
What I've always liked about Ashley’s books is that they don't follow the conventional rules. All her heroes have that “devil-may-care” attitude and her heroines all have a mind of their own. That’s the twist she gives to her stories, it’s her own special ingredient.
The romance in this one is fast-paced but doesn't feel rushed. They are both adults and they both know what they want. There was a previous husband but clearly Rose never loved him, as I'm sure it happened many times at the time when women had to marry just to find security. They helped resolve the each other’s issues and in the process realized they had genuinely fallen in love.
This story can definitely be enjoyed as a stand alone or be read as part of the series, in no particular order.


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Scandal and the Duchess Mackenzies Series edition by Jennifer Ashley Romance eBooks Reviews

Steven McBride is a captain returning back to England on leave and to let one of his comrades widow wife of his demise. But Steven liking the bottle and carousing crashed into rose' s chest when attempting to climb her carriage. Rose is a quiet and innocent duchess that is being followed by the press because of her husband dying during their honeymoon, which his heart gave out. Together Steven embroiled himself in rose' s fight against her stepson who is trying to keep all his father left rose.

In this story you get to see Ian and Beth, and some of the other Mackenzie' s. I gave it a 3 star because even thou it was a complete story with emotions and grief over loss it was too mundane. Love scenes weren't as intense they were lukewarm at best. I just could not immerse myself into the story.
I am giving this 3 stars because I read Jennifer Ashley's Mackenzies series and enjoy it. But, I stopped reading this particular book at 61% and it is a short book. The reason I stopped reading is simply boredom. It is not a very engaging book. I almost get the feeling that it is written to simply introduce new readers to previous characters in previous books. For instance, Lord Ian is in this book and if you have never read his story then you should. Maybe that is what she was trying to do - just generate some interest in Lord Ian. But, the actual storyline in this particular book is boring and predictable.
Not my favorite book by Jennifer Ashley. I read her books religiously and this story fell a little flat with me. Her characters are usually so well developed and Steven and Rose just didn't catch my interest like her other characters have done in the past.
The story seemed rushed and I didn't really believe that Steven fell in love with Rose as fast as it was depicted. It's almost as if his story was thrown together by the author because she had to fill in the family gaps before moving on to Sinclair's story (well worth the read, I might add).

I'm also getting seriously tired of the word "plump" being used in her books. Every time I read it I get visions of Thanksgiving turkeys dressed in corsets and gowns. It messes with my head!

Despite how this book fell flat with me, the Mackenzie series is definitely worth reading, and if you want to see Jennifer Ashley at her absolute best, read The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie.
Steven McBride is in London on leave from his Army posting in Africa. Drunk at the end of a night playing cards he does not remember where his lodgings are and he climbs into the first carriage available. An attractive woman sits in it and she takes Stephen with her. Soon we learn that the woman is actually a recently widowed Duchess, in a bitter fight with her dead husbands son by his first wife. Was Rose the legal wife of the deceased Duke of or an impostor? Steven helps untangle the mystery and necessary involvement of various Mackenzies and McBrides propel the story towards a happy ending. Short and predictable.
I just finished reading this book last night and thoroughly enjoyed. It's book 6.5 in the Highland Pleasures series, or more commonly known as the Mackenzie's. If you like this series, no doubt you should enjoy this short story. Here's a quick description and my thoughts

Captain Steven McBride (brother to Ainsley, who's married to Cameron Mackenzie) is in a drunken stupor when he crashes into Rose. Rose is a dowager duchess who is being harassed by journalists and accused of not only being a strumpet, but having caused her husband's death. Steven concocts a fake betrothal to help Rose out, but has his own agenda as well. Together they try to get her inheritance from her rotten stepson and turn the tables on the tongue-wagging journalists. Steven also has to overcome a terrible tragedy and the guilt that comes with it.

I really liked these characters. Rose was just a total sweetheart. I liked that Steven was gentle with Rose, but also seemed a little dangerous. The passion and desire these two felt for each other was palpable. The connection, trust and love they feel for each other is nearly instantaneous, and I bought it. Some of the things Steven thought and said to Rose were touching. There were a couple of things that seemed contrived or silly, but it didn't keep me from enjoying the story. I loved seeing Beth and Ian Mackenzie again and am looking forward to Sinclair McBride's story. Grade B+
Rose Barclay finds herself in the middle of scandal because her husband, the Duke of Southdown, happened to die during their honeymoon. Of course journalists decide to create a juicy story out of it and now follow her wherever she goes trying to find another reason to write another dirty note about her. This situation alienates her from “friends” of the ton and while trying to escape those journalists, Steven McBride, literally stumbles at her feet. She’s thinking he’s a homeless man and doesn't want to make him a part of the atrocity she thinks her life is and so as the good samaritan she is, she takes him to where she’s staying to provide food and shelter for at least one night. The truth is that Mr. McBride was too drunk to stay on his feet, and lets her take care of him. When Rose realizes her mistake, not only does she notice her impeccable uniform, but also his masculine stance… and his very lack of decorum.
What I've always liked about Ashley’s books is that they don't follow the conventional rules. All her heroes have that “devil-may-care” attitude and her heroines all have a mind of their own. That’s the twist she gives to her stories, it’s her own special ingredient.
The romance in this one is fast-paced but doesn't feel rushed. They are both adults and they both know what they want. There was a previous husband but clearly Rose never loved him, as I'm sure it happened many times at the time when women had to marry just to find security. They helped resolve the each other’s issues and in the process realized they had genuinely fallen in love.
This story can definitely be enjoyed as a stand alone or be read as part of the series, in no particular order.