Scandal's Bride

By: Stephanie Laurens

Narrated by: Simon Prebble

Stephanie Laurens authors USA Today best-selling historical romances such as A Rake's Vow and Devil's Bride. Lauren's Scandal's Bride is the hot and exciting third novel in her riveting Bar Cynster series.

Cynster men are invariably handsome rogues, and Catriona Hennessy, Scottish Lady of the Vale is well aware of their reputation. She is aghast when it is decreed by her guardian that she must marry the scandalous Richard Cynster within one week's time. Like her mother before her, Catriona is a beautiful, independent woman who needs no man to rule over her or the Vale. But what she does need is an heir--will the charming Richard Cynster be willing to give her what she wants? Facing unavoidable marriage, Richard savors the challenge of taming spirited Catriona. Simon Prebble's masterful narration of Laurens' tale will leave listeners feeling exhilarated.

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Another Great Story by Stephanie Laurens

Would you consider the audio edition of Scandal's Bride to be better than the print version?

I read this book, and then later on listen to it as I was driving across the country, I have to say listening to it brought more into it, that I didn't pick up from reading the book. Listening to the love scenes from Simon was another surprise, reading it is one thing, but when another person is reading this to you, and as interesting as he makes it, that was a whole other sphere.

What about Simon Prebble’s performance did you like?

All of it.

What happened to the last 1/4 of the book???

After only barely mentioning the Cynster clan during the first 75% of the book, it's ALL family back-story the last 25%.

Boring!! Didn't even finish it.

One of Ms. Lauren's best

Would you consider the audio edition of Scandal's Bride to be better than the print version?

I enjoyed the written version; the mystical / alternate traditions of the Vale created a wonderful backdrop. That said, Mr. Prebble's reading takes the experience to another level.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I didn't have a favorite character in this book. The main characters were enjoyable but it is their interactions with everyone else that makes this story different from the average historical / paranormal romance.

Which scene was your favorite?

Catronia's conversation with the girls in the still room brought home what the Cynster books are really all about - Family.

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

I listened to the book in two sittings and wished I hadn't had to stop; unfortunately my pillows get offended if I neglect them for too long.

Great fun and enjoyable.

Any additional comments?

This was my first Cynster book and there will be more. It is the third in the series so I srarted in the middle. The story was enjoyable on its own but had previous characters nicely woven into it. A great romance with conflict and worth the credit. Narrator was spot on both male and female voices.

becoming a favourite reread

so enjoy this author and narrator combination, great plot and subplot, no handwringing simpering fools, multifaceted characters. Warning it does have some sexually explicit sceenes, but not over the top.