Dark Angel; Lord Carew's Bride

441 Pages·2010·1.81 MB·English

by  Mary Balogh

Dear Reader,
Over the next two years Dell will be publishing ten of my
older, out-of-print books in five two-in-one volumes. Many of
you for a number of years have been asking me where you can
find these books, and I have been unable to offer very helpful
answers. Until now!
The problem was choice. How did I pick just ten of the fifty
or so books that are just begging to be republished? I listened to
you. Those of you who have read those old books have your
favorites, and some titles pop up over and over again. Other
readers like the books with connected characters, since series
are very popular at the moment.
We are starting with both categories of readers in mind. Dark
Angel and Lord Carew’s Bride are the first two of five connected
books—the other three will be out soon. Lord Carew has always
been a particular reader favorite. And both books have the
same villain, Lionel, whom readers love to hate. But please note
that the answer is still going to be no—I am not going to
redeem him in a story of his own. Some villains are just too
villainous!
I hope you will enjoy (re)reading these two books and will
come back soon for the next two. For more detail and a
publishing schedule, see my web site at www.marybalogh.com.
Mary Balogh
PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS
OF MARY BALOGH
SEDUCING AN ANGEL
“With her inimitable, brilliantly nuanced sense of
characterization, elegantly sensual style, and droll wit, best-
seller Balogh continues to set the standard to which all other
Regency historical writers aspire while delivering another
addictively readable addition to her Huxtable family series.”
—Booklist
“One of [Balogh’s] best books to date.”
—A Romance Review
AT LAST COMES LOVE
“Sparkling with sharp wit, lively repartee, and delicious
sensuality, the emotionally rewarding At Last Comes Love metes
out both justice and compassion; totally satisfying.”
—Library Journal
“At Last Comes Love is the epitome of what any great romance
should be This novel will leave you crying, laughing, cheering,
and ready to fight for two characters that any reader will most
definitely fall in love with!”
—Coffee Time Romance
THEN COMES SEDUCTION
“Exquisite sexual chemistry permeates this charmingly complex
story.”
—Library Journal
“Balogh delivers another smartly fashioned love story that will
dazzle readers with its captivating combination of nuanced
characters, exquisitely sensual romance, and elegant wit.”
—Booklist
“Mary Balogh succeeds shockingly well.”
—Rock Hill Herald
FIRST COMES MARRIAGE
“Intriguing and romantic … Readers are rewarded with
passages they’ll be tempted to dog-ear so they can read them
over and over.”
—McAllen Monitor
“Wonderful characterization [and a] riveting plot … I highly
recommend you read First Comes Marriage.”
—Romance Reviews Today
“Peppered with brilliant banter, laced with laughter … and
tingling with sexual tension, this story of two seemingly
mismatched people struggling to make their marriage work tugs
at a few heartstrings and skillfully paves the way for the stories
to come.”
—Library Journal
“The incomparable Balogh delivers a masterful first in a new
trilogy…. Always fresh, intelligent, emotional and sensual,
Balogh’s stories reach out to readers, touching heart and mind
with their warmth and wit. Prepare for a joyous read.”
—Romantic Times
SIMPLY PERFECT
“A warm-hearted and feel-good story … Readers will want to
add this wonderful story to their collection. Simply Perfect is
another must-read from this talented author, and a Perfect
Ten.”
—Romance Reviews Today
“With her signature exquisite sense of characterization and
subtle wit, Balogh brings her sweetly sensual, thoroughly
romantic Simply quartet to a truly triumphant conclusion.”
—Booklist
SIMPLY MAGIC
“Absorbing and appealing. This is an unusually subtle approach
in a romance, and it works to great effect.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Balogh has once again crafted a sensuous tale of two very real
people finding love and making each other’s lives whole and
beautiful. Readers will be delighted.”
—Booklist
SIMPLY UNFORGETTABLE
“When an author has created a series as beloved to readers as
Balogh’s Bedwyn saga, it is hard to believe that she can surpass
the delights with the first installment in a new quartet. But
Balogh has done just that.”
—Booklist
“A memorable cast … refresh[es] a classic Regency plot with
humor, wit, and the sizzling romantic chemistry that one
expects from Balogh. Well-written and emotionally complex.”
—Library Journal
SIMPLY LOVE
“One of the things that make Ms. Balogh’s books so memorable
is the emotion she pours into her stories. The writing is superb,
with realistic dialogue, sexual tension, and a wonderful heart-
wrenching story. Simply Love is a book to savor, and to read
again. It is a Perfect Ten. Romance doesn’t get any better than
this.”
—Romance Reviews Today
“With more than her usual panache, Balogh returns to Regency
England for a satisfying adult love story.”
—Publishers Weekly
SLIGHTLY DANGEROUS
“Slightly Dangerous is the culmination of Balogh’s wonderfully
entertaining Bedwyn series Balogh, famous for her believable
characters and finely crafted Regency-era settings, forges a
relationship that leaps off the page and into the hearts of her
readers.”
—Booklist
“With this series, Balogh has created a wonderfully romantic
world of Regency culture and society. Readers will miss the
honorable Bedwyns and their mates; ending the series with
Wulfric’s story is icing on the cake. Highly recommended.”
—Library Journal
SLIGHTLY SINFUL
“Smart, playful, and deliciously satisfying … Balogh once again
delivers a clean, sprightly tale rich in both plot and character….
With its irrepressible characters and deft plotting, this polished
romance is an ideal summer read.”
—Publishers Weekly (starred review) SLIGHTLY TEMPTED
“Once again, Balogh has penned an entrancing, unconventional
yarn that should expand her following.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Balogh is a gifted writer Slightly Tempted invites reflection, a
fine quality in romance, and Morgan and Gervase are
memorable characters.”
—Contra Costa Times
SLIGHTLY SCANDALOUS
“With its impeccable plotting and memorable characters,
Balogh’s book raises the bar for Regency romances.”
—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “The sexual tension fairly
crackles between this pair of beautifully matched protagonists.
… This delightful and exceptionally well-done title nicely
demonstrates [Balogh’s] matchless style.”
—Library Journal
“This third book in the Bedwyn series is … highly enjoyable as
part of the series or on its own merits.”
—Old Book Barn Gazette
SLIGHTLY WICKED
“Sympathetic characters and scalding sexual tension make the
second installment [in the Slightly series] a truly engrossing
read. … Balogh’s sure-footed story possesses an abundance of
character and class.”
—Publishers Weekly
SLIGHTLY MARRIED
“Slightly Married is a masterpiece! Mary Balogh has an
unparalleled gift for creating complex, compelling characters
who come alive on the pages. … A Perfect Ten.”
—Romance Reviews Today
A SUMMER TO REMEMBER
“Balogh outdoes herself with this romantic romp, crafting a
truly seamless plot and peopling it with well-rounded, winning
characters.”
—Publishers Weekly
“The most sensuous romance of the year.”
—Booklist
“This one will rise to the top.”
—Library Journal
“Filled with vivid descriptions, sharp dialogue, and fantastic
characters, this passionate, adventurous tale will remain
memorable for readers who love an entertaining read.”
—Rendezvous
WEB OF LOVE
“A beautiful tale of how grief and guilt can lead to love.”
—Library Journal