It Started with a Scandal by Julie Anne Long

It Started with a Scandal

Pennyroyal Green #10

Julie Anne Long

384 pages • first pub 2015 (view editions)

fiction historical romance emotional slow-paced
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This slow-burn historical romance is perfect for readers who savor gradual emotional unraveling, relish class-crossing tension, and want a story that balances wounded pride with tender hope.

Description

Lord Philippe Lavay once took to the high seas armed with charm as lethal as his sword, and a stone-cold conviction: he'll restore his family's fortune and honor, no matter the cost. Victory is at last within reach—when a brutal attack snatches it...

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Community Reviews

3.91
based on 595 reviews

Moods

emotional: 84%

lighthearted: 56%

funny: 48%

hopeful: 43%

adventurous: 17%

reflective: 15%

relaxing: 10%

inspiring: 7%

tense: 5%

challenging: 2%

dark: 2%

informative: 2%

mysterious: 2%

sad: 2%

Pace

21% of readers chose fast
57% of readers chose medium
21% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

2% of readers chose Plot
27% of readers chose A mix
69% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

91% of readers chose Yes
2% of readers chose Complicated
2% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

94% of readers chose Yes
5% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

15% of readers chose Yes
3% of readers chose Complicated
75% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

58% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
17% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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