by Laurel McKee
ALSO BY LAUREL McKEE
The Daughters of Erin
Countess of Scandal
Duchess of Sin
Lady of Seduction
The Scandalous St. Claires
One Naughty Night
Two Sinful Secrets
Acclaim for
THE SCANDALOUS ST. CLAIRES
One Naughty Night
“In this intriguing first St. Claire Regency romance, McKee introduces a delightfully down-to-earth heroine… Readers will cheer Lily in her quest for happiness, and look forward to the sequels.”
—Publishers Weekly
“McKee sweeps readers into an enthralling story with memorable characters, a powerful plot and plenty of passion; it’s the ideal evening’s read that will leave readers dreaming of a love like Lily and Aidan’s.”
—RT Book Reviews
“A steamy, action-packed read… a vividly portrayed, sensual historical romance. Through Ms. McKee’s beautiful prose, this story is brought to life, captivating the reader from the very first page. Brimming with emotion, a century-long grudge, complex characters, including an evil villain bent on revenge, witty banter, danger, suspense, sizzling hot passion and romance, this story is a winner. I look forward to reading the next story in this wonderful series.”
—RomanceJunkiesReviews.com
Praise for Laurel
McKee’s THE DAUGHTERS OF ERIN TRILOGY
Lady of Seduction
“As powerful and romantic as McKee’s fans could desire. McKee shows readers she is a force to be reckoned with, an author who can turn a villain into a delicious hero. The action, romance, suspense, and intriguing historical details all add to readers’ pleasure.”
—RT Book Reviews
“Stellar writing, a charismatic hero and fearless heroine, an amazing blend of suspense, action, and romance, Lady of Seduction will entice, exasperate, and enchant readers without mercy… [The characters’] journeys have been unforgettable and their happily-ever-afters rewarding beyond expectations. As a devoted fan, I look forward to whatever stories come next. Laurel McKee books are automatic ‘Must Buys.’ ”
—RomanceJunkiesReviews.com
“Fast-paced… an exciting thriller starring a courageous heroine and a man seeking redemption even if it means his life… Fans of the series will marvel at Laurel McKee’s talent… Sub-genre fans will enjoy the entire well-written trilogy.”
—Midwest Book Review
Duchess of Sin
“4 Stars! Fascinating… readers will be eager to read the final story in McKee’s trilogy.”
—RT Book Reviews
“For a thrilling, sensuous trip to old Ireland, don’t miss Duchess of Sin… I recommend reading the first book, and I look forward to Lady of Seduction.”
—RomRevToday.com
“A truly remarkable book that I could not turn away from… a one-of-a-kind read [with] a love to warm the heart and an adventure that never ends.”
—FreshFiction.com
Countess of Scandal
“My kind of story!”
—Mary Balogh, New York Times bestselling author
“An unforgettable love story… captivating and poignant!
—Lorraine Heath, New York Times bestselling author of Midnight Pleasures with a Scoundrel
“4 Stars! McKee sets the stage for a romantic adventure that captures the spirit of Ireland and a pair of star-crossed lovers to perfection.”
—RT Book Reviews
“Eliza’s and Will’s happy-ever-after, once reached, is both powerfully satisfying and forever engraved on the reader’s mind and heart. Every word sings with unyielding intensity… Beautifully written, Countess of Scandal reads like a captivating love story of epic proportions. The ultimate page-turner.”
—RomanceJunkies.com
“Countess of Scandal delivers on all fronts. The story raced along, zigging and zagging from Dublin to the countryside, from uneasy peace to all-out war. And the romance… very satisfying!”
—MyShelf.com
“A vivid historical tale with breathtaking characters.”
—Michelle Willingham, author of Taming Her Irish Warrior
“Rich, vivid, and passionate.”
—Nicola Cornick, USA Today bestselling author of The Undoing of a Lady
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Contents
Welcome
Dedication
Prologue
Chapter One
Chapter Two
Chapter Three
Chapter Four
Chapter Five
Chapter Six
Chapter Seven
Chapter Eight
Chapter Nine
Chapter Ten
Chapter Eleven
Chapter Twelve
Chapter Thirteen
Chapter Fourteen
Chapter Fifteen
Chapter Sixteen
Chapter Seventeen
Chapter Eighteen
Chapter Nineteen
Chapter Twenty
Chapter Twenty-one
Chapter Twenty-two
Chapter Twenty-three
Chapter Twenty-four
Chapter Twenty-five
Chapter Twenty-six
Chapter Twenty-seven
Chapter Twenty-eight
Epilogue
A Preview of One Naughty Night
The Dish
Also by Laurel Mckee
Acclaim for The Scandalous St. Claires
Praise for Laurel McKee’s The Daughters of Erin Trilogy
Newsletters
Copyright
Copyright
This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or dead, is coincidental.
Copyright © 2012 by Laurel McKee
Excerpt from One Naughty Night © 2012 by Laurel McKee
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