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"Mystery, intrigue and star-crossed lovers."
Reviewed by Sue Burke
Courtesy Old Book Barn Gazette
Posted June 20, 2003

As a child, Gabriel Manning witnessed his father's betrayal and death. Sent to be raised in the Colonies, he returns to England a man in search of vengeance. Sworn to clear his father's name and restore family honor, he devises a dangerous plan designed to destroy the villain. Monique Read more...

"Well plotted romance"
Reviewed by Harriet Klausner
Posted June 24, 2003

In 1792 England, his distraught father informs ten year old Gabriel Manning that family honor is at stake as men he called friends betrayed him and England. His distressed dad sends his beloved wife and their son to America before killing himself. In 1815, Gabriel finds it ironic that his Read more...

A story of two desperate people who seek revenge on the same devilish rogues—as an all-consuming desire smolders deep in their hearts...

Summary

Gabriel Manning has sworn to avenge his father's death if it's the last thing he does. He holds three scoundrels responsible-and has hatched an ingeniously devious scheme that will surely destroy them. Armed with a newly acquired title, he sets sail for London-and ingratiates himself with the very men he so despises...

The lovely Merry Anders also wants to ruin "The Group"-just as one of its members ruined her mother years ago. But her feelings for handsome Gabriel Manning prove most distracting-and distressing. She could never trust her heart to someone foolish enough to court The Group! It would mean compromising the vengeful plot she's concocted so carefully. But she can't help wondering if it's worth risking it all-for love...