An Italian Scandal

Name: An Italian Scandal
Brand: Harper UK
Availability: InStock
Author: Lady Cecil Cameron
ISBN: 9780008494018

Author: Lady Cecil Cameron

Narrator: Madeleine Leslay

Unabridged: 12 hr 21 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperNorth

Published: 11/11/2021

Categories: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Women, Romance, Family Life

Synopsis

A captivating story of romance, passion and adventure set in nineteenth century London and Italy. London 1859. Carina Temple has put away the stifling black crepe demanded by the death of her father – but with it she has also cast aside society’s expectations of what a single young lady should be and do. When Carina’s uncle summons her to Belgrave Square to inform her that her reputation is ruined, thanks to a certain Lord Danby, he tells her that she must travel to Italy until the gossip recedes and a suitable match can be found for her. But Italy is a tempestuous place – her grandmother and cousins soon tell her of the fault lines between the states and the dangerous rebels fighting for freedom. Chief among these is Ben Mavrone – and when he and Carina meet, he distrusts her society pedigree, and she considers him a violent extremist. When trouble comes to Carina’s door, it is Ben who saves her – reluctantly – and as they go on the run, they must learn to understand each other to stay alive. Meanwhile back in England, Carina’s family has plans for the life Miss Temple should lead – if she ever returns…

Reviews

Goodreads review by Icey on December 21, 2023

An intense, romantic and exotic debut novel. I really enjoyed the story but to be honest the final part really ruined the whole story somehow. That drama was totally unnecessary and unnatural. Loved the descriptions of Italy and the revolution, really immersive and felt as if I was there together with......more

Goodreads review by Loubie on November 24, 2021

This is a terrific read! Fast paced, romantic and an exciting debut for Cecil Cameron. I can’t wait to see what she writes next. Loved it from start to finish.......more

Goodreads review by Julie on November 30, 2021

4.5 Stars Cecil Cameron’s debut historical novel An Italian Scandal is a seductive and beguiling epic of forbidden desire, illicit passion and heart-stopping adventure readers will be enthralled by. In Victorian London, Carina Temple’s name is on everyone’s lips. High society finds her conduct complet......more

Goodreads review by Sharon on November 26, 2021

A historical debut novel by Cecil Cameron that has a synopsis and cover that literally begs you to open the book. I fell in love with this cover from the minute I saw it. I love my history as well so I was so glad to be a part of the tour. If you are a reader who loves a sweeping historical novel fi......more

Goodreads review by Bookshortie on November 22, 2021

18 year old Carina is under the care of her uncle Oliver after the recent death of her father. When Carina’s friendship with Lord Danby (a married man) becomes the gossip of London, Carina’s uncle decodes to send Carina to her maternal grandmother in Palermo, Sicily in the hopes that she can return......more

Quotes

‘A heady brew of passion and treachery, intrigue and adventure.' ‘My historical novel of the year – a journey to Italy to fall in love with.’ ‘Spirited, suspense-filled and gorgeously romantic.’ What readers are saying about : ‘This is such a beguiling story that gripped me and drew me in.’ I really enjoyed the historical aspect of the book and just couldn’t put it down.’