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Laura Wood

A Season for Scandal

A Season for Scandal

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The Agency for Scandal is a delightful YA novel that follows Marigold Bloom, who infiltrates a secret agency of women who blackmail troublesome men. It is a smart, charming, brilliantly plotted and swooningly romantic story about a collective of bold women changing their world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Scholastic


The Agency for Scandal is a remarkable work of fiction! Clever, witty, charming, and achingly romantic, it is a delight from start to finish. Laura Wood, the author, has a masterful touch when it comes to writing about love and friendship, and this is her finest achievement yet.

Katherine Webber, the author of Twin Crowns, praises The Agency for Scandal as an all-female detective agency that operates in the late 19th century, seeking to rectify wrongs in a society reminiscent of Bridgerton. These courageous women employ their wit and bravery to expose a villainous presence within the upper class.

When Marigold Bloom encounters the devastatingly handsome and extremely temperamental Oliver Lockhart, a chance encounter leads her to the Aviary, a secret agency of women who specialize in blackmailing troublesome men. Marigold becomes the agency's newest recruit, tasked with investigating the mysterious return of Oliver's long-lost sister. To carry out her mission, Marigold must masquerade as a newly engaged couple with Oliver. Together, they must determine if there is an imposter among them. However, as the line between truth and fiction begins to blur, and a pretend romance starts to feel all too real, Marigold and Oliver must navigate a complex web of emotions and secrets.

The Agency for Scandal is an incredibly charming novel. Sophie Irwin, the author of A Lady's Guide to Fortune Hunting, describes it as Bridgerton meets Charlie's Angels. This story is a testament to the power of a collective of bold women who are determined to change their world. It is a smart, captivating, brilliantly plotted, and swooningly romantic tale that will leave readers in awe.

In conclusion, The Agency for Scandal is a must-read for anyone who loves romantic suspense, historical fiction, and empowering stories about women. With its clever writing, captivating characters, and thrilling plot, this novel is sure to captivate readers and leave them eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series.

Weight: 348g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702325373

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