Friday, December 20, 2013

The Viscount’s Vow Blog Tour By Collette Cameron. Giveaway and review.


The Viscount’s Vow -  Synopsis

Amidst murder and betrayal, destiny and hearts collide when scandal forces a viscount and a  gypsy noblewoman to marry in this Regency romance, sprinkled with suspense, humor, and inspiration.
Half Romani, half English noblewoman, Evangeline Caruthers is the last woman in England Ian Hamilton, the Viscount Warrick, could ever love—an immoral wanton responsible for his brother’s and father’s deaths. She thinks he’s a foul-tempered blackguard, who after setting out to cause her downfall, finds himself forced to marry her—snared in the trap of his own making.

When Vangie learns the marriage ceremony itself may have been a ruse, she flees to her gypsy relatives, declaring herself divorced from Ian under Romani law. He pursues her to the gypsy encampment, and when the handsome gypsy king offers to take Ian’s place in Vangie’s bed, jealousy stirs hot and dangerous.

At last, under a balmy starlit sky, Ian and Vangie breech the chasm separating them. Peril lurks though. Ian’s the last in his line, and his stepmother intends to dispose of the newlyweds so her daughter can inherit his estate. Only by trusting each other can they overcome scandal and murderous betrayal.

“A brilliant tale combining Regency romance with exotic Romani culture.”



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Collette Cameron Bio

Multi-published historical romance author Collette Cameron has a BS in Liberal Studies and a Master's in Teaching. She only teaches part-time so she has time for her greatest passion: writing. Collette’s been married for 30 years, has 3 amazing adult children, and 5 dachshunds. Collette loves a good joke, inspirational quotes, flowers, the beach, trivia, birds, shabby chic, and Cadbury Chocolate. You'll always find dogs, birds, quirky—sometimes naughty—humor, and a dash of inspiration in her novels. Her motto for life? You can’t have too much chocolate, too many hugs, or too many flowers. She’s thinking about adding shoes to that list.


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Excerpt One - The Viscount’s Vow – Gypsy Vardo Scene

Ian placed a hand on Vangie’s shoulder. “I’m so very sorry.”
Oh, how she needed a comforting touch. But not his. Never again his.
She wrenched away from him.
Her voice ringing with scathing condemnation, she said, “Tell me, Lord Warrick, are you terribly disappointed I’ll not have a distended belly proclaiming to the world I carry your seed before you discard me?”
Vangie heard him suck in a great gulp of air.
“She was lying, Vangie.”
She clamped a hand over her mouth to stifle the sobs demanding release.
Was she? Or was Lucinda telling the truth, and Ian the liar?
When she didn’t respond he pressed, “Lucinda knew you were behind me. Her lies were contrived to cause you pain and grief.”
He laid a hand on her shoulder. “We’re legally married. By all that is holy, I swear it.”
What did he know of holiness?
Vangie struggled to turn over, the weight of the quilt covering her adding to the burden of her grief. She pinned him with a direct look.
“Tell me one thing,” she rasped. “Did you or did you not venture to London for the express purpose of causing my downfall?”
“Vangie. . .”
“Perhaps downfall isn’t accurate. Putting me in my place? Giving me my just due? Ruining me?”
He said nothing. Had guilt rendered him speechless? She searched his face. His handsome features were etched with sorrow, and his eyes . . . was that regret? Or . . . could it be? Were those tears awash in the silvery depths?
Her heart twisted painfully. Blast and damn. No. She’d not feel compassion for him. She was the victim. She would offer him no quarter, no mercy.
“Well, did you?”
“That was before I. . .”
Pain, razor-sharp pierced her heart and left it bleeding. “It’s a simple question, Ian. Yes or no?”   
“It’s not that simple—”
With a doggedness that surprised even her, Vangie persisted. “Yes or no?”
“Sweeting, I’d been told. . .”
Told? Fury whipped anew. She bit out, “Yes. Or. No?”
Absolute, resolute, demanding truth’s validation, either to mend her shattered heart or annihilate it completely, Vangie would have her answer. No more a corked-brained, beguiled miss, blinded by love. Looking through the twin lenses of betrayal and deceit, she could at last see Ian clearly.
His eyes pleaded with her to understand. His voice low and filled with self-condemnation, he uttered but one syllable.
“Yes.”


5 Star review

I received this book from the touring host for and honest review.

It is a delightful romantic tale that takes you back in time. Although a long story the author’s writing style was fast paced and kept you interest through out. The detailed plot well delivered, the scenes well constructed, each a stepping-stone to create the plot and the characters strong and believable.
I really enjoyed this book from Collette Cameron. The first of her books I have read, definitely not the last.
The story was about revenge and greed that caused many misunderstandings, lies, cruelty and heartache. Mixed it with a budding romance, hope and love as two people found their way to each other, and you are thoroughly entertained. Learning how people can manipulate and cause harm without thought for their fellow human beings. All for their own selfish desires.
Found in a compromising position one night at a ball Ian was forced to marry Vangie. This was where all the troubles started for these two. Both tried to convince her uncle that it was ludicrous but he and the ton was adamant.
Believing many lies about Vangie, Ian thought he could get his revenge this way, since he believed she was responsible for killing his brother. With a lot of anger, he took what he wanted from her, but when the truth finally caught up with him, he was plaque with guilt, getting to know his wife through brand new glasses.
Vangie was a Roma Princess, left penniless after her parents passed away and forced to live with an aunt and uncle whose cruelty knew no bounds. At a very young age, she had to learn how to defend, be strong and stand up for herself. With the help of her paternal grandmother, she was feisty, straightforward, and compassionate. Very humble, she had many things against her. When she met Ian, she had her doubts but defended him, loved him and trusted him unconditionally. However, when he took it too far she took matters in her own hands and went back to the only place she felt safe.
Ian’s gullibility caused him many problems on the way. Trusting and believing the wrong people, which cost him much more than his freedom. Shackled to Vangie he was determined to show her who was boss in their marriage. As the scales fell from his eyes he surrendered to his heart and knew that she was the best thing that ever happened to him, willing to follow her and do what ever was needed to win her back.
With a greedy stepmother, he had many problems that had to be solved. But his tenacity and determination pulled him through so that he could see what was important. He became a true leader with Vangie, at his side and respecter of her people.


Giveaway

$25 Gift card to Amazon or B&N (winners choice)





10 comments:

  1. Good morning!
    Thank you so much for hosting and for the lovely review! Freezing rain is coming down like crazy here.

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    1. It was a great pleasure. Sun is finally shining after the shower we had. Wish you all the best, and I am busy with book 2. Love it :)

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  2. Loved reading The Viscount's Vow! Excellent review and well deserved.

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    1. Thanks for stopping by Joanne, and thank you. Wish you all the best.

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  3. Wonderful review and well deserved. I tweeted and shared.

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    1. Thanks for stopping by Ella and the share. It was a great book. Wish you all the best.

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  4. That's a great review and, having read it, I totally agree!

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