The Perks of Loving a Scoundrel - (Seduction Diaries) by Jennifer McQuiston (Paperback)

About the Book

"No one loves books more than Miss Mary Channing. Perhaps that's why she's reached the ripe old age of six-and-twenty without ever being kissed. Her future may be as bland as milk toast, but Mary is content to simply dream about the heroes and adventures she reads about in her books. That way she won't end up with a villain instead. When she unexpectedly finds herself in the arms of Geoffrey Westmore, London's most notorious scoundrel, it feels a bit like a plot from one of her favorite novels. Suddenly, Mary understands why even the smartest heroines can fall prey to a handsome face"--Provided by publisher.

From the Back Cover

New York Times bestselling author Jennifer McQuiston continues her enchanting Seduction Diaries series as a bookish spinster and an unrepentant rogue unite to unmask a traitor.

Every girl dreams of a hero . . .

No one loves books more than Miss Mary Channing. Perhaps that's why she's reached the ripe old age of six-and-twenty without ever being kissed. Her future may be as bland as milk toast, but Mary is content to simply dream about the heroes and adventures she reads about in her books. That way she won't end up with a villain instead.

But sometimes only a scoundrel will do.

When she unexpectedly finds herself in the arms of Geoffrey Westmore, London's most notorious scoundrel, it feels a bit like a plot from one of her favorite novels. Suddenly, Mary understands why even the smartest heroines can fall prey to a handsome face. And Westmore is more handsome than most. But far worse than the damage to her reputation, the moment's indiscretion uncovers an assassination plot that reaches to the highest levels of society and threatens the course of the entire country.

When a tight-laced miss and a scoundrel of epic proportions put their minds together, nothing can stand in their way. But unless they put their hearts together as well, a happy ending is anything but assured.

Review Quotes

"When Clare and Daniel, against all odds, win their HEA, I believe in it and in their future together because I have observed Clare's growth and because I know they made their choice understanding the risks. I'll be reading the other books in the Seduction Diaries series in hopes of catching glimpses of these two living their HEA." - BookPage
Praise for Diary of an Accidental Wallflower: "One of my favorite new writers!" - Julia Quinn, New York Times Bestselling Author
"McQuiston's unique sense of humor and talent for transforming characters from young and foolish to mature and admirable is showcased here. She manages to make a dysfunctional family fun, and...the reader will continue to care about the characters. A highly affirming read." - RT Book Reviews
"McQuiston has created characters with self-awareness, intellect, and heart in the opening title in her Seduction Diaries series, a romance Regency fans will adore." - Booklist
"McQuiston explores class, friendship and family ties in this refreshing romance that follows Daniel's and Clare's journeys to self-enlightenment and love. A charming romance with a unique, entertaining storyline that makes us cheer for the doctor hero, his broad-minded heroine and their eclectic supporting cast." - Kirkus Reviews
"McQuiston's third Seduction Diaries novel is to be commended for its complex and unusual plot and for featuring characters the reader comes to care for. A surprising, readable story about healing, forgiveness, and trust." - Kirkus Reviews
"Pure Escapism. Ms. Mcquiston created a romance as epic as the characters who lived it. [...] With easily identifiable main characters and a thrilling story, it was a no brainer for me to gift this book with 5 stars and a Top Pick." - Night Owl Reviews
"The real fun is in Mary and Geoffrey's verbal sparring, spiked with double entendres and Mary's journal entries detailing her experiences. Regency romance fans will adore this addition to McQuiston's Seduction Diaries series." - Booklist
"fast-paced and eminently enjoyable... It's fantastic, one of the best romances of 2016. Don't miss this series"! - ReadertoReader Reviews
"equal parts mystery and romance, and just when readers begin to feel cheated, the twists and turns navigate to a stunning ending." - Publishers Weekly