The Tempting of Thomas Carrick, Stephanie Laurens
The Tempting of Thomas Carrick, Stephanie Laurens
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The Tempting of Thomas Carrick

Author: Stephanie Laurens

Narrator: Matthew Brenher

Unabridged: 14 hr 21 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/24/2015


Synopsis

What happens when fate, love, and passion collide?The #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens returns to Scotland with a tale of two lovers irrevocably linked by destiny and passion.Thomas Carrick is a gentleman driven to control all aspects of his life. As the wealthy owner of Carrick Enterprises, located in bustling Glasgow, he is one of that city's most eligible bachelors and fully intends to select an appropriate wife from the many young ladies paraded before him. He wants to take that necessary next step along his self-determined path, yet no young lady captures his eye, much less his attention—not in the way Lucilla Cynster does, even though she lives miles away. For over two years, Thomas has avoided his clan's estate because it borders Lucilla's home, but disturbing reports from his clansmen force him to return to the countryside—only to discover that his uncle, the laird, is ailing, a clan family is desperately ill, and the clan healer is unconscious and dying. Duty to the clan leaves Thomas no choice but to seek help from the last woman he wants to face. Strong-willed and passionate, Lucilla has been waiting—increasingly impatient—for Thomas to return and claim his rightful place by her side. She knows he is hers—her fated lover, husband, protector, and mate. He is the only man for her, just as she is his one true love. And, at last, he's back. Even though his returning wasn't on her account, Lucilla is willing to seize whatever chance fate hands her. Thomas can never forget Lucilla, much less the connection that seethes between them, but to marry her would mean embracing a life he's adamant he does not want.Lucilla sees that Thomas has yet to accept the inevitability of their union. But how can he ignore a bond such as theirs—one so much stronger than reason? Despite several unnerving attacks mounted against them, despite the uncertainty racking his clan, Lucilla remains as determined as only a Cynster can be to fight for the future she knows can be theirs. And while she cannot command him, she has powerful enticements she's willing to wield in the cause of tempting Thomas Carrick.

About Stephanie Laurens

Stephanie Laurens is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels set in Regency England that have captivated readers around the globe.

About Matthew Brenher

Matthew Brenher, originally from London, now lives in Los Angeles. His theatrical background includes performances in no fewer than twenty Shakespearean productions, including Macbeth, Twelfth Night, Measure for Measure, As You Like It, Julius Caesar, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Romeo in Romeo & Juliet, and the title role in Henry V. In Los Angeles, he played Claudius in Hamlet, Cassio in Othello, Antony in Antony & Cleopatra, Antipholous of Syracuse in Comedy of Errors, and Orsino in Twelfth Night. Other theater includes: Heathcliff in Wuthering Heights, Trigorin in The Seagull, Alistair in Shaw’s The Millionairess, Jerry in Pinter’s Betrayal, the title role in Dracula, and George in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf, for which he was awarded best performance by a lead actor/drama by Stage Scene LA 2009–2010. He’s performed in new plays, most recently in A Bitter Fruit for Palestine, Vulcan in Love’s Mistress at the famous Globe theater in London, and Petko in an acclaimed production of The Mapletree Game. On television, he played “Mad” Marcus for six months in the now defunct British soap Brookside. Other television includes: Rules of Engagement, Bodyguards, The Blind Date, Starhunter, The Grid, Eastenders, and Nostradamus. Films include Execution, A Midsummer Nights Dream, Stay Shy, and The Boy Who would Be King. He works in commercials and industrials and is an accomplished voice-over artist.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Tori on March 01, 2015

Originally posted at Smexybooks [URL not allowed]-... Stephanie Laurens’ newest installment, The Tempting of Thomas Carrick, is the next generation of Cynsters and the twenty-second book in the series. For those familiar with the series, Lucilla Cynster is the daughter to Catriona a......more

Goodreads review by Anne on February 01, 2015

Enjoyable historical fiction in the next generation of Cynsters. There's mystery & romance for Lucilla Cynster (Richard & Catriona's eldest daughter) & Thomas Carrick. The story begins ten years after "By Winter's Light" where we first met Thomas. It has a strong plot and just a pleasure to read. On......more

Goodreads review by Susan (susayq ~) on July 29, 2015

Ahhhh, Lucilla Cynster has to be one of my favorite Cynster heroines. Those Cynster women, they know who they want and they go after them. Lucilla was no different; she knew who she wanted, Thomas Carrick. However, she waited for the right time and let him come to her. And what's more, she let him g......more

Goodreads review by Susan on July 12, 2015

Excellent book with trademark SL characters. Thomas was introduced at the end of By Winter's Light, as the neighbor who assisted during the big storm. It was obvious even then that his fate would be linked with Lucilla's. Fast forward ten years and that fate is about to come calling. Thomas is part o......more


Quotes

“Laurens consistently delivers well-crafted, carefully paced novels; here, she adds gothic suspense, an unpredictable climax, a sweet love story, likable characters, and a colorful backdrop. Readers will find this new generation of Cynsters as delightful as the first.” RT Book Reviews (4 stars)

“Bestselling Laurens’ long-­running Cynster Next Generation series proves that she’s an expert at matching a fast-paced, danger-spiced plot with a sensually charged love story, and her latest romance delivers everything her readers expect.” Booklist

“A straight-laced Glasgow businessman is drawn back into clan politics and a romance with a woman from a neighboring estate…Both Thomas and Lucilla are flawed and likable characters. A fun and fast-moving read…Highly recommended.” Kirkus Reviews

“[Features] narrator Brenher’s rich, deep voice and ease in navigating between well-delivered British and Scottish accents.” AudioFile


Awards

  • Voice Arts Award