Giveaway: To Sin With A Scoundrel by Cara Elliot
March 3, 2010 
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A reclusive widow known for her scientific scholarship, Lady Ciara Sheffield is shadowed by rumors that she poisoned her husband . . . A rakehell rogue notorious for his devil-may-care antics, Lucas Bingham–the Earl of Hadley–is not accused of murdering anything–save
for the rules of Polite Society. The only thing they have in common is
seeing their names featured in the lurid gossip columns of London’s
newspapers. Until an ancient manuscript draws them together.Ciara needs a titled fiancé to quell the slanderous speculations which may send her to the gallows. Lucas needs brilliant scholar to help his
elderly uncle decipher the secrets of the mysterious manuscript. So when her friends urge her to accept the earl’s proposal of a temporary alliance, Ciara decides that she has no choice but to make a deal with the Devil. And so begins a seductive dance of sinful pleasures and hidden desires as the two of them waltz through the mansions of Mayfair. Lies, intrigue, treachery, sex. They find themselves facing slanderous whispers, unscrupulous relatives-not to speak of their own simmering passions, which quickly ignite into dangerous flames. It’s a potent mix and the result may be explosive-and perhaps deadly-if they don’t watch their step.
Historical Romance fans here’s your chance to win a copy of Cara Elliott’s new novel, To Sin With A Scoundrel. If you’re participating in a Historical Romance challenge for 2010 why not put To Sin With A Scoundrel on your challenge list?
Here is something you may or may not know. Cara Elliot is actually a pen name for Andrea Pickens, author of a number of award-winning Regency-set historical romances. She says the reason for the pen name is she is taking her writing in a new direction and she and her editors thought it deserved a new pen name. And here’s why:
[…]the upcoming books are more SEXY than ever!
As Cara Elliott, I slide into a sexy, slinky little black dress. My debut trilogy is called ‘The Circle of Sin’ and features three beautiful, brainy heroines. Each of them is a brilliant scientist—and each of them has a dark secret in her past. Experience has taught Ciara, Alessandra, and Kate that men are dangerous devils. But when an old mistake threatens utter ruin and scandal, each of the ‘Sinners’ is forced to accept help from an unexpected hero . . .
So if you’re already a fan of Andrea Pickens, you’re sure to love the first novel in her Circle of Sin series.
Five Fun Facts From The Author:
Research is always a fun part of writing a Regency-set historical romance. In To Sin With a Scoundrel, my heroine is the object of nasty gossip because she dares to be smart so I had a fascinating time visiting London and exploring the lives of real-life scandalous women. Here are a few of the interesting things that I learned:
1. Over 20,000 satirical prints were published in London between 1770 and 1830, and the famous artists were even more ruthless than our modern paparazzi at showing the celebrities of the day at their worst!
2. Lord Byron’s daughter, Augusta Ada Byron King, the Countess of Lovelace, was a mathematical genius—in fact, the U.S. Defense department has named one of its computer programs “ADA” in her honor.
3. You can find amazing original miniatures of Regency beauties and buck of the ton at antique markets on Portobello Road . . . but they don’t come cheap!
4. You can tell what regiment a Guardsman belongs to by the arrangement of the buttons on his red tunic.
5. If I could choose a dream house in London, I would love to live in Apsley House, the Duke of Wellington’s private residence, and throw a tea party using all the incredible silver and china that was given to him by a grateful Europe for winning the Battle of Waterloo.
READ AN EXCERPT HERE
GIVEAWAY:
Thanks to Hachette Book Group I have 5 copies of To Sin With A Scoundrel to giveaway.
Leave a comment here, tell me if you’re a fan of historical romance or you’re looking to try something new. If you’re a fan, tell me what you like. Do you prefer the Regency period? How about those hot hunky Highlanders? Do the swashbuckling pirates make you quiver? Tell me all about it. 
Contest is open until March 12, 9:00 pm PST. Winners will about announced the following day. Because the prizes are being shipped directly from the publisher, contest is open to US and Canada only and No PO boxes please.
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I am a fan of historical romances. I prefer highlanders and knights. The older the time period the better. This would be a new author for me.
Thank you for sharing!
I have not tried pirates yet, I see some new books in my future! I have a deeper appreciation for historical due to the amount of research it involves. To get everything right. I mean futuristic reads and paranormal reads… you can kinda (NOT all the way, I know) but you can kinda make up as you go along… But historcial.. time periods, clothing, speech and everything else is crucial! Thanks for giving us a chance to win!
I love most historical romance. I am not picky about place or setting. I do tend to gravitate toward those hunky Highlanders, but that's because they tend to be so alpha…okay, okay…I love a man in a kilt! But London's scoundrels are certainly hot too!
Wow FV 5 copies!!! Great contest.
I have read some historical romance. Mostly books that are related to Pride & Prejudice. There are a few other books that have caught my eye and I need to read them.
I enjoy Historical romances, sounds good!
I didn't used to be a fan of historicals. I enjoyed period MOVIES with the costumes and stuff.
But I'm starting to enjoy some historicals. Mostly involving Scotland…mmm those Highlanders
Although I do enjoy some historical westerns….
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I'm new to historical romance but I love a strong alpha male which historical romances seem to have too
The book looks and sounds fabulous! I love reading historicals and prefer reading the Regency period.
lilazncutie1215 @ yahoo.com
I love historical romance. I tend to stick with Regency but I do branch out now and again. Who am I to resist the lure of the highlanders?
I've been reading vikings lately..:) I'm really a huge fan of regency romance though…always makes me happy!
rachie2004 @ yahoo (d0t) com
I love the historical genre, can't get enough of sexy Highlanders, Vikings or Regency Rakes!!
Don't enter me in the contest, I live in Europe LOL…
Love the blurb, will add this one to my wishlist!
I'm a fan of historical romance. I love the sexy Highlanders. Haven't read any pirates yet.
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I agree, I Love historical romance and the sexy Highlanders. Oh heck, I like sexy men.LOL
Would love to read this book.
Pls enter my name in the draw.
misskallie2000 at yahoo dot com
Looking for something new and this looks great!
I love historical romances! It's my favorite genre, honestly. I'm not picky about the setting, when I find an author I really like I stick with them
I'd love to enter the contest!!
inthehammockblog (at) gmail (dot) com
Thanks!!
I am a huge fan of historical romances, that's what I will pick to read first. I love them all Regency, Highlanders, and I love me some cowboys too! Bring on the historicals!
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My all time favorite is the Highlander. Its something about the men in tartans and the long hair. Hubba Hubba!
Please count me in.
cindyc725 at gmail dot com
I am a fan of historical romances. I like the Regency period, the American West, just about anything historical!! Please throw my name in, please.
I am a follower
mlawson17 at hotmail dot com
I am a fan of historical romances. *jumps up and down, waving* I enjoy Regency, Highlander, or American West. I am always looking for new-to-me authors, and Cara Elliot's new book sounds like a fantastic read. When the heroine is brainy, sexy and has a dark secret that grabs my attention.
I am a follower
armiefox at yahoo dot com
I LOVE Historical Romance novels….My favorite time period is about 1700-1900…and I don't care if they are in England, America or at sea.
What I do prefer is…my romance novels alittle on the hotter/sexier side. It seems to me that most books are either (warm) or (erotic) and I like them in the middle….If that makes sense??
I'm a new follower on google friend connect and google reader.
mitzihinkey at sbcglobal dot net
Thanks for the chance to win this great new book!!!
Thanks for the great contest. I've actually never read a historical romance. So I fall under the 'trying something new' umbrella.
Jen
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I read this book last week and LOVED it! It has become one of my favorite historical romances
♥Isalys
I'm a total Regency romance kinda gal, though I do occasionally read medievals….hot, muscular sword-weilding warriors…yum!
Ava! You make me want to read a medieval…like NOW! lol
I am a fan of historical romance. I prefer the Regency period. This book sounds great. Please enter me. Thanks!
ayancey(at)dishmail(dot)net
I do not read a lot of historical romances, or romances in general. However, that doesn't mean I am not interested. I have been, of late, digging into Elizabeth Hoyt's books. I would love to read this book.
patronus89013 at yahoo dot com
I love historical romances–the Regency period is my favorite. I enjoyed the fun facts. Thanks.
I'm a fan of historical novels; I really like Knights and the medieval era in all.
I love a good historical, when I first started reading the "romance genre" way back when =P that's what started me out. Johanna Lindsay all the way. now I am happy with any kind of historical, although Highlanders & pirates are always preferred ;D
I'm actually looking to try something new, and this book would definitely be a new genre to me. I hope I win so I can introduce myself to historical romance!
Thanks,
Kelsey
I love to snuggle with a good Historical Romance. I haven't read one in a while. I love the Regency period. I don't recall reading any pirate ones. I think I would remember
I really enjoy reading a hot steamy novel from the historical periods. Desn't matter of its set in England Ireland, wales or Scotland, Europe's okay too! I can;t seem to find all the reat ones so I have to rely on others to point me in the right direction.
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Chèli
Cheli's Shelves
I love historical romances. For a very long time, I would only read Medievals, but I'm definitely warming up to other time periods now. My favorites are still knights & Highlanders!
Diana
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Yea! More full length historicals from Andrea Pickens! I'm adored the Merlins series and A Kiss of Spice as A DaRif. And her smaller Regencies are terrific, too. Can't wait to read her books under the new name.
I'm pretty new to historical romance, having only read 2 in the last few years. Thus, I'm open to periods, but sometimes have a hard time with particularly think accents (damn Highlanders) or heavy 'old speak' (thy, thou, thine, etc).
Big fan of historical romance novels…okay I'm a big fan of romance novels period. The type of romance novel doesn't matter. As long as it's a great story.
To Sin With A Scoundrel sounds like a awesome book!
princessbryn(at)gmail(dot)com
My favorite type of fiction are historical romances of any era, but I prefer ones that have hot highlanders on the cover and stories set in the times of Henry VIII or Elizabeth 1 of England.
contestmom AT hotmail DOT com
I'm definitely interested in reading this particular book
Please enter me in the giveaway.
I am a fan of Historical Fiction. I really like all subgenre's but my favorite is probably the Regency period.
I love historical, I perfer american old west, but read all kinds.
I love historian romance, especially the Regency period.
mariannguyen16(AT)gmail(DOT)com
I luv historical fiction.
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I forgot to add i prefer the hunky highlanders. Love it!