Published: Sep. 18, 2010
Words: 104,656 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9780980801316

Short description

Twelve-year-old Deborah is married off at midnight to sixteen-year-old Julian, the handsome but volatile heir to the Roxton Dukedom, who then disappears from her life. Nine years later, Julian returns incognito to consummate his marriage before Deborah can be seduced by Julian’s nemesis and half-brother. Can Deborah forgive Julian’s cruel deception? Sequel to the prizewinning NOBLE SATYR

Extended description

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Set in the opulent world of the 18th century aristocracy and inspired by real events, MIDNIGHT MARRIAGE is the standalone second book in the acclaimed ROXTON family saga.
Two noble teenagers are married against their will. Drugged, Deb has no recollection of events. Disgraced, Julian is banished to the Continent. Nine years later, Deb falls in love with a wounded duelist, only to later discover it is her husband returned incognito! Can Deb forgive his cruel deception? Can their marriage survive beyond seduction? Meanwhile, Julian’s nemesis plots to destroy them both…
With witty prose and a deft palette of historical detail, Lucinda Brant delivers another lavish 18th century experience in her trademark style: Heart-wrenching drama with a happy ending. (Read more) DISCOVER THE WORLD OF LUCINDA BRANT, FREE FOR A LIMITED TIME
Set in the opulent world of the 18th century aristocracy and inspired by real events, MIDNIGHT MARRIAGE is the standalone second book in the acclaimed ROXTON family saga.
Two noble teenagers are married against their will. Drugged, Deb has no recollection of events. Disgraced, Julian is banished to the Continent. Nine years later, Deb falls in love with a wounded duelist, only to later discover it is her husband returned incognito! Can Deb forgive his cruel deception? Can their marriage survive beyond seduction? Meanwhile, Julian’s nemesis plots to destroy them both…
With witty prose and a deft palette of historical detail, Lucinda Brant delivers another lavish 18th century experience in her trademark style: Heart-wrenching drama with a happy ending.

FIVE ANGELS--Fallen Angels Reviews-...Lucinda Brant writes her characters with such depth and feeling...a spellbinding, outstanding story. This was my second Lucinda Brant book; and with more stories like this one she will stay at the top of my 'buy' list.
FIVE HEARTS--The Romance Studio...Ms. Brant once again has done an excellent job with a story and brings life to her characters... A must read for lovers of romance.
FIVE FLAMES--Sizzling Romances...a terrific story. It's fast-paced and the writing is simply wonderful. Several intriguing secondary characters add some interesting twists. This story is full of surprises. I highly recommend it.
FIVE ROSES--A Romance Review...I look forward to reading more of Ms. Brant's work, she is definitely an author to be on the lookout for.
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historical, series, regency, paris, hundreds, seventeenth century, georgian, eighteen, hundred, romances, georgianregency, 1700s, roxton, heyer, georgette, 1700, brandt, seventeen, seventeenth, century, eighteenth, 18th, georgianromance, 17th

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Review by: John Whelan on May 11, 2013 :
Interesting plot.
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Review by: Simi on May 05, 2013 :
Amazing book!
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Review by: Lydia Gastrell on May 01, 2013 :
Magnificent! It's been a while since I read something that actually had a surprising plot line. This truly had me in constant suspense. The writing is very well done and the historical accuracy is impressive. Even the "good" characters demonstrate a shocking level of class-snobbery, which is perfect! They should. It is the the mid 18th century, after all. I do not exaggerate when I say that this is on par with Dangerous Liaisons, though there is no sex (only alluded to). Wonderful book!
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Review by: Larisa LaBrant on April 02, 2013 :
Just finished reading this...at 2am. Once you start reading be prepared to wander your house, nose-to-nook (or book), until the story wraps up in well laced flounce.

Pitch perfect, convoluted enough for the outcomes to be a surprise, with true to period attitudes in the glorious settings of Bath & Paris.
(reviewed long after purchase)

Review by: Birdie on Jan. 13, 2013 :
Amazing Plot.
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Review by: mimi omo on Dec. 21, 2012 :
Great story!
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Review by: mimi omo on Dec. 21, 2012 :
I could not stop reading once I started!
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Review by: hrhsophia on Sep. 20, 2012 :
Very fun, great story.
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Review by: Carol on June 28, 2011 :
This sequel to Noble Satyr is even better. I was surprised to find that what I thought to be an unlikely plot element (the childhood marriage) actually was based on an actual event. Good characters, well-written.
(reviewed long after purchase)

Review by: Barbara Bartholomew on March 29, 2011 :
A well-written and most entertaining historical romance that I enjoyed very much. The characters come alive and there is plenty of action to keep the plot moving. I will be interested in reading other books by this fine author.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Andrea Grant on Dec. 11, 2010 :
This stand-alone sequel to Noble Satyr kept me up half the night I wanted so badly to find out what happened next. It takes place in Bath and then Paris and like Lucinda Brant's novel Salt Bride, it is that little bit different from the usual fare dished up as historical romances that it rises above the rest. Can't put my finger on it, perhaps the writing style, the setting, well drawn characters?
There is lots of emotional roller coasting and because I enjoyed Noble Satyr so much I felt I had a vested interest in this story about Roxton and Antonia's son Julian. You can read this as a stand alone novel, so if you read this first, then do read Noble Satyr as it is well worth it and you won't be disappointed.
A very satisfying and pleasurable read!
(reviewed long after purchase)

Review by: Pam Castleman on Nov. 23, 2010 :
If you are a historical romance fan, you've got to read Lucinda Brant's books. This sequel to Noble Satyr is a great read. I can't wait to read Salt Bride.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

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