I like the hero, Sam, but he has this nervous condition from war that causes him to randomly run long distances till his feet bleed. Unfortunately, I'm so confused by this bizarre tale. I loved Elizabeth Hoyt's Maiden Lane series and was excited to start this one. There is something missing in this first book of the 4 soldiers series. I'm a huge fan, but this one isn't for me. But can their relationship survive the fallout from Samuel’s investigation? Despite Emeline’s belief in Vale’s innocence and her refusal to break off her betrothal, she and Samuel begin a passionate affair. Samuel suspects that the person responsible for her brother’s death is Jasper Renshaw, Viscount Vale, a family friend since childhood-and Emeline’s fiancé. Not only does he defy convention with his unusual dress, his sensual smile, and his forthright manner, but he survived the battle that killed her beloved brother. Lady Emeline Gordon is captivated by Samuel. He believes his regiment was given up to the enemy and won’t rest until he finds the traitor. What le bon ton doesn’t know, though, is that Samuel is in London because of this massacre. Not only is he self-made, American, and in the habit of wearing moccasins, but he is also notorious for fleeing a battle in which several English gentlemen lost their lives. Even the most refined lady craves an untamed man to release her passion.īritain’s high society-le bon ton-loves nothing more than a good scandal, and they’re giddy with the appearance of wealthy Samuel Hartley.

To Taste Temptation by Elizabeth Hoyt