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I'm sad to see this trilogy end (maybe Kresley Cole can be persuaded to write Quinn's story next?), but Ethan's story made for a perfect finale to a unique, witty and romantic series.

If You Deceive tells the story of Ethan MacCarrick, the most tortured and haunted of all the brothers, and how his quest for revenge against the married couple who did him wrong ultimately leads him to true love. When Ethan was just twenty three, he went home with a married woman named Sylvie Van Rowen, only to quickly discover something strange and off-putting about her. Before anything physical can happen between them, Ethan attempts to leave, but not before the woman's husband arrives and assumes the worst. Even though Ethan is innocent of any wrongdoing, Sylvie claims that Ethan forced himself on her and her husband's henchmen beat Ethan and cut his face with a knife, leaving a large scar that mars his beauty.

Ten years pass. Ethan becomes increasingly more bitter, cold, and alone as he takes violent, covert jobs that harden his heart. Bent on revenge, he makes sure that Sylvie and her husband are rendered penniless and destitute. He almost marries, but his fiancee dies in a mysterious accident, forcing him to withdraw even further into himself. Finally, he decides to avoid both sex and alcohol and almost manages to grow immune to the disgusted stares women give him when they see his scar.

But one night he meets the young, beautiful and witty Maddy. The two enjoy an immediate attraction and one night of passion. But when Ethan later discovers he unknowingly bed Maddy Van Rowen, the daughter of his enemies, he is torn over what to do next. He still craves revenge, and imagines Maddy is just like Sylvie. But of course, his heart is just looking for any excuse to pursue the only woman he's ever felt truly drawn to.

From there, the plot takes us to the slums of Paris to the rugged Highland plains. Throughout, Ethan is an emotional mess, caught so unawares when it comes to the intensity of his feelings for Maddy that he nearly pushes her past her limit. Then the question becomes: will Ethan confess all to Maddy? And will she forgive him if he does?

Ethan is a darker character than Hugh or Court, but his turmoil is so expertly drawn and compelling that it's impossible not to sympathize with him. Maddy is a very Kresley Cole-esque heroine, in that she's strong, wise beyond her years, and modern for the time period. The love story is beautifully written, and there's never a shortage of conflict. In fact, I was dying to know how everything would be resolved and read this book quickly over the course of a few hours.

If you liked the other books in the series I think you'll enjoy this one, too. It moves from angsty to sweet to suspenseful without losing its way, and the epilogue gives us a very welcome glimpse into the lives of all the brothers and their wives.


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If You Deceive The MacCarrick Brothers Book 3 Kresley Cole 9781416503613 Books Reviews

This is one of the first books I ever read by Kresley Cole. The entire series is captivating. As with all her books, there is a strong story, and fully developed characters that the reader can relate too. The historical detail are on point, but not too heavy. I find myself returning back to this book time-and-time again because of the love story. The story is so real. Like it could happen to anyone, in any age, and any time. The protagonist is endearing and strong, and you find yourself hoping she can find happiness. There are so many obstacles, and life struggles that she has to overcome on her road to happiness that make the story more deep and heartfelt. Although her situation and circumstances before Ethan are a little unrealistic, the story is still enchanting, and the readier will find themselves swept away from the beginning. I would recommend this book to anyone. Once you buy it, you will not stop. This series was how I got hooked on Kresley Cole. Enjoy.
I LOVE-LOVED LOVED IT!!!! I love a story that pulls me in emotionally. This book had it all! There were moments when I laughed, I cried, I swooned, and I yelled. And I could not put it down!! This author did it again! I somehow took a "sick day" so I could lay back and enjoy this book.

It's a fast read. The H is angry, scary, dangerous, cold blooded and heartless but you learn early on why that is. The h is beautiful, strong, sweet, sneaky, funny and you will adore her! She's had a difficult life - she still does. In fact, this beautiful story delves into it. He has been cruel and heartless most his life and because of one of his actions, it causes many life's to become effected.

The H pretty much falls in love as soon as he sees the h. One kiss and he becomes obsessed with her. He is so possessive, strong, domineering but with her ....aww it's beautiful!!!

Throw in a vilian, some history, adventure and passion and you get this incredible love story that you will want to read again and again.
This is my first Kresley Cole book. She mostly writes paranormal romance, which is not a genre I enjoy, but I do love historical romance, so I decided to give her a try. I have not read the first two books in this series. I enjoyed this book immensely. There are two things that make this book a keeper IMO.1) Ms. Cole is a very good writer and 2) The repartee between the Ethan (the hero) and Maddy (the heroine). I especially enjoyed their time in Paris (the first time) and on the ship. Ethan is a dominating man, but Maddy knows exactly how to handle him.

The book is not perfect, of course (what book is?).

Things I didn't care for

1)The clunky and sometimes melodramatic chapters involving the back story of Ethan's brothers. I'm guessing the author felt like she "had" to include these chapters to tie everything together, but I think the book would have been better off without these passages. Then Fiona (Ethan's mother) appears and we are given so little information on her that I am left confused.

2) I loved Ethan throughout most of the book, but toward the end he because a bit too obsessively needy. I had a moment where I actually thought maybe Maddy should leave him. He started to creep me out a little bit. Ms. Cole managed to make me love him again by the end, but if not for the epilogue I would have had some lingering doubts over the "happily ever after" of the couple.

3).Ethan's history with Maddy's mom was a bit of an ick factor for me (I know nothing happened, but it was too close for comfort for me).

However, despite these quibbles, this managed to be one of my favorite reads so far this year and I mostly give credit to Ms. Cole's writing skills.
I'm sad to see this trilogy end (maybe Kresley Cole can be persuaded to write Quinn's story next?), but Ethan's story made for a perfect finale to a unique, witty and romantic series.

If You Deceive tells the story of Ethan MacCarrick, the most tortured and haunted of all the brothers, and how his quest for revenge against the married couple who did him wrong ultimately leads him to true love. When Ethan was just twenty three, he went home with a married woman named Sylvie Van Rowen, only to quickly discover something strange and off-putting about her. Before anything physical can happen between them, Ethan attempts to leave, but not before the woman's husband arrives and assumes the worst. Even though Ethan is innocent of any wrongdoing, Sylvie claims that Ethan forced himself on her and her husband's henchmen beat Ethan and cut his face with a knife, leaving a large scar that mars his beauty.

Ten years pass. Ethan becomes increasingly more bitter, cold, and alone as he takes violent, covert jobs that harden his heart. Bent on revenge, he makes sure that Sylvie and her husband are rendered penniless and destitute. He almost marries, but his fiancee dies in a mysterious accident, forcing him to withdraw even further into himself. Finally, he decides to avoid both sex and alcohol and almost manages to grow immune to the disgusted stares women give him when they see his scar.

But one night he meets the young, beautiful and witty Maddy. The two enjoy an immediate attraction and one night of passion. But when Ethan later discovers he unknowingly bed Maddy Van Rowen, the daughter of his enemies, he is torn over what to do next. He still craves revenge, and imagines Maddy is just like Sylvie. But of course, his heart is just looking for any excuse to pursue the only woman he's ever felt truly drawn to.

From there, the plot takes us to the slums of Paris to the rugged Highland plains. Throughout, Ethan is an emotional mess, caught so unawares when it comes to the intensity of his feelings for Maddy that he nearly pushes her past her limit. Then the question becomes will Ethan confess all to Maddy? And will she forgive him if he does?

Ethan is a darker character than Hugh or Court, but his turmoil is so expertly drawn and compelling that it's impossible not to sympathize with him. Maddy is a very Kresley Cole-esque heroine, in that she's strong, wise beyond her years, and modern for the time period. The love story is beautifully written, and there's never a shortage of conflict. In fact, I was dying to know how everything would be resolved and read this book quickly over the course of a few hours.

If you liked the other books in the series I think you'll enjoy this one, too. It moves from angsty to sweet to suspenseful without losing its way, and the epilogue gives us a very welcome glimpse into the lives of all the brothers and their wives.