Pride & Passion

By: Charlotte Featherstone

Narrated by: Bianca Amato

Length: 11 hrs and 2 mins

Publisher's Summary

Lucy Ashton had long ago given up her quest for true love. In the rarified society of Victorian England, Lucy plays the game—flirting, dancing, and dabbling in the newly fashionable spiritualism. Even marrying when—and who—she’s supposed to. If the stuffy Duke of Sussex cannot spark the passion she craves, he can at least give her a family, a home of her own, and a place to belong. But when her polite marriage reveals a caring and sensual man, Lucy begins to wonder if she can indeed have it all.

But Lord Sussex is not the man the London ton has come to admire. And Lucy has some ghosts of her own, as well. Thus, when a blackmail scheme turns to threats of danger, the newfound peace of the Sussex marriage is cast upon the rocks. Passion has a price, Lucy learns. And not all ghosts stay buried.

©2011 Charlotte Featherstone (P)2011 Audible, Inc.

Ack!!! Cliffhanger

Would you listen to Pride & Passion again? Why?

Yes, it was seductive and dark and gritty. No one writes a love scene like Featherstone.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Pride & Passion?

All the love scenes are memorable. There enticing and exciting.

Which character ??? as performed by Rebecca de Leeuw ??? was your favorite?

Lord Sussex. I loved the readers smooth rich voice. Her different accents were intriguing and even though she is a women she did a pretty descent job as a man.

Any additional comments?

I wish books that were cliffhangers came with warnings. I like to read them in succession instead of having to wait months for the next book to come out. So be forewarned, if you don't like to wait either, the end is the beginning of another book.

9 of 9 people found this review helpful

Cliffhanger

Where does Pride & Passion rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Very intriguing and gripping. One of the better audio books I have read.

What did you like best about this story?

I loved the plot, the mystery, the true passion and love described, and how you can truly love another and share your soul with them.

What does Rebecca de Leeuw bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

the drama in her reading was exceptional. you could really FEEL the characters, their emotions and passions. The voiceovers were great!!!

Any additional comments?

Although I enjoyed this book immensely. It is a cliffhanger. You know who Orpheus is; or at least one thinks they do. I wanted more. I wanted a true conclusion. I was looking to see if it was part of a series because it ended slightly abruptly. Still....a very enjoying book. Loved the story, the plot, Ms. de Leeuw was simply fantastic. Thanks for such a great book.

6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Better than book 1

If you could sum up Pride & Passion in three words, what would they be?

Heartwarming, Tense, Passionate

What other book might you compare Pride & Passion to and why?

Devil's Bride by Stephanie Laurens

Which character – as performed by Rebecca de Leeuw – was your favorite?

Great Duke of Sussex

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Sometimes I wanted to scream at Lucy, she was a bit whiny at times.
I really loved Lizzy (Duke of Sussex blind sister), she was so confident and independent, I think her story will be told in book 3..( Can't wait)

Any additional comments?

It's a great stand alone book. but you certainly wouldn't be unhappy if you purchased both.
They are both GREAT stories...

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

So very passoniate

OMG... I cannot wait to read more from Charlotte Featherstone!!! The way she is able to put to words the feelings she is expressing in her writing is remarkable!! I cannot even think of another author to compare her to, Christine Feehan would be the closest but I have to say Charlotte Featherstone is one author I will read for as long as she writes!!

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Excellent!!

Would you consider the audio edition of Pride & Passion to be better than the print version?

All around an excellent story, really loved the narrator. My only issue that at some points during the book things moved too quickly from one scene to another but definitely want to listen to again...

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Superb

I love Bianca Amato’s narration especially in the Husband Trap. She is wonderful in bringing each character to life. The story was also very engaging. I did not see the plot twist coming at the end. I was so absorbed that I finished the book almost entirely through non-stop. Now the next book is a must. Can’t wait to see what happens. I am just a bit disappointed that the narrator is different in the 1st and 3rd book in the series. ☹

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

My kind of bodice ripper

Where does Pride & Passion rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is one of the better romance audios I've listened to. It was sexy, mysterious and interesting. The plot was well developed and the characters are interesting and the sex scenes were HOT! Lucy and Lord Sussex are a good match and their pairing is super heated, and passionate. I needed a "take me away" book and this totally took me to fantasy land.

Have you listened to any of Rebecca de Leeuw’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No and she was great.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes definitely but I have a job, my family and an old cat to care for.....had I not been a responsible person my whole family would have starved and our cat would be begging for food elsewhere!

Any additional comments?

Can't wait for the next book. This was much better than expected!

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Good story but....

Very good story but at the end it was cut off. This makes me wonder if there will be a part two to finish the story? Will have to look into this. People that enjoy historical romance with some intrigue will enjoy the story.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Great read .

If you could sum up Pride & Passion in three words, what would they be?

Great read but leaves you hanging. Where is book #3???

What did you like best about this story?

The plot.

Which character – as performed by Rebecca de Leeuw – was your favorite?

Adrian.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Adrian confess to Lucy who he really is.

Any additional comments?

I want book #3!!!

3 of 4 people found this review helpful

Good serious and a solid romance.

This was a pretty good book. A little slow at times and your forced to get the next book if you want to know what will happen.