A Noble Scheme + Giveaway

In the opulent and perilous world of high society’s most elite–and most dangerous–families, two investigators must set aside their broken hearts to uncover the truth.

Gemma Parks is known throughout high society as G. M. Parker, a columnist renowned for her commentary on the cream of society. Behind the scenes, she uses her talent to aid the Imposters in their investigations by gathering intel at events and providing alibis for the elite firm’s members through her columns. Yet her clandestine work would be more exhilarating if it weren’t for the constant presence of the gentleman who broke her heart.

Graham Wharton has never had eyes for anyone but Gemma, and she left his heart in tatters when she walked away from him. When the Imposters take on a new job to recover a kidnapped boy mistaken for his aristocratic cousin, Graham is determined to use the time with Gemma to not only restore the missing boy, but to also win back the only woman he’s ever loved. As they trace the clues laid out before them, Graham and Gemma must devise a noble scheme to save the boy’s life and heal their hearts.

My Review:

Whoa! I was not prepared for…well, a lot! Totally enthralling and emotional and intriguing and surprising! Exceptional storytelling, which is expected since it’s Roseanna M. White but…kinda stumped on how to write a review ’cause I don’t want to post any spoilers.

First off, I’d definitely suggest that you read the first ‘Imposters’ book before reading ‘A Noble Scheme’ mostly for the character connections but also for an introduction to the unique investigation group. Plus, it’s cracking good! 🙂 And in that first book we’re exposed to the rift between Gemma and Graham without understanding why.

Readers are in the same predicament at the start of this book. Animosity crackles between hero and heroine and there’s lots of alluding to something from their past, but we haven’t a clue what that is. And it’s Gemma who is nursing the grudge to the extreme. It’s clear she feels Graham has wronged her but as the story progresses I just wanted her to get over herself and give poor Graham a break. And then…whoooaaaa…I found out what happened and I was gobsmacked. My heart kinda fractured actually.And that’s all I’m going to say about the romance. 🙂

Okay — I’ll add that it’s deeply layered, emotionally draining but so hopeful too. White explores some impactful faith threads that left me reeling as I contemplated the power of forgiveness (and the perils of unforgiveness) and the amazing grace we are freely offered.

Oh — and I’ll also add that Graham is super swoonworthy. A delicious mix of brooding and noble. His love for Gemma is palpable in every scene and the little things he does for her, the quiet nudges towards the best parts of their past even as he wrestles with regrets. Pure tortured romantical bliss!

The mystery is stellar and fits quite nicely with the inspirational aspects of the story. Very cleverly done! I had fun trying to figure out the clues right along with the Imposters and had my ‘aha’ moment just a smidgen before they did.

I listened to the audible edition of ‘The Noble Scheme’ and really enjoyed Susan Lyons’ narration.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a print or ebook copy. Winner’s choice.

US – available in print or ebook — winner’s choice

Canada – available in print or ebook or audible (if available) — winner’s choice

International – ebook copy if you have a US Kindle account.

If you would like a chance to win a copy of A Noble Scheme, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoread AT yahoo DOT ca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it’s easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday May 4 2024.

37 thoughts on “A Noble Scheme + Giveaway”

  1. I’ve not even read the first book in this series…. in fact, it’s been far too long since I picked up a book by Roseanna 🤦

    I love her writing and have much to catch up on!

    teamob4 (at) gmail (dot) com

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  2. Hi Kav,

    Once again, WordPress wants me to log in when I try to comment. I don’t have an account with them, so I’m not sure how to proceed! LOL! I could tap on “lost password,” but I’m afraid I might tamper with someone else’s account. I may get brave enough to try it though—this is annoying! Maybe I could cancel the account and create one!

    Anyways, my comment is hanging out in cyberspace somewhere, but I copied and pasted here:

    “I love Roseanna White’s books! I’d love to have this one–I already have the first book in the series.

    Thanks for sharing your review on A Noble Scheme. I’m looking forward to reading it.

    Have a great week!”

    Karen Rhoades

    kcrhoadesATroadrunnerDOTcom

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    1. Hmmm….this one showed up in the comments but I’m guessing you replied to the email notification? Cause that goes directly to the comment section in the blog. So, that’s a work around anyway. I have to log in every morning and the options I’m given to comment are WordPress, Facebook or email…so maybe you could try commenting using your email or Facebook login? Not sure how that would work. Anyway, your comment is here so you’re in the draw. Good luck, Karen!

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  4. You just know you’re going to love a book by this author. You review just proves that point and raises the excitement at the prospect of getting to read it. Can we talk about covers – this cover is gorgeous!

    On my TBR list already. Thank you for the chance to win a copy!

    2clowns at arkansas dot net

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  11. This storyline and characters are certainly captivating.

    Also, as readers please pray for RoseAnna as she is beginning her breast cancer journey.

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  13. I really, really enjoyed the first book in this series and am anxious to get back to see what her characters have been up to. The funny thing is that I really don’t care for circuses and they are housing old circus animals and are trapeze artists, but I liked it so much! I did read a short excerpt for this new series, and I was definitely drawn into this whimsical series. Whimsical, yes, but dangerous too….it’s really hard to explain. I’ve seen other reviews that stumped the reviewer saying it was hard not to give away spoilers. I can’t imagine how that would be and definitely am interested in continuing on with this series. I think it’s her best yet!

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  15. I read A Noble Scheme and thought it was superb. I’ve become a huge Roseanna M. White fan since reading her Shadows Over England series. I need to find her Ladies of the Manor series since I’ve read about all of her other books. No need to add me to the giveaway since I already own this gem of a book.

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  16. I loved this book and can’t wait for the third book in the series! Not entering the giveaway since this book had to be on my keeper shelf as soon as I read it. Great review! Sandy

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