Lady Nicole Bragg Shelton was an unconventional young lady. Seven years ago, she left London in disgrace and has been at her family's country estate since then. When Hadrian Braxton-Lowell, Duke of Clayborough purchases the neighboring estate, Nicole is invited to a masque in his honor. Hadrian is shocked by Nicole's daring conduct and costume at the masque. He finds he admires her fiery spirit and is determined to have her.
I first read this when it was published in 1992 and I know I re-read it numerous times. Now, when I read it, I find it exhausting. There is so many ups and dramatic, plunging lows in this book. As an adult, I find Nichole's character bratty and not at all appealing. Hadrian is just an ass. I felt so bad for his mother Isobel. One thing that irritated me was Nicole being called Lady Shelton. That is her MOTHER. Nicole would be referred to as Lady Nicole.
Monday, January 21, 2019
Sunday, January 13, 2019
Whitney, My Love by Judith McNaught
My reactions to this book as an adult are much different than when I first read it in 1985. I thought Whitney was a sweet, charming young woman who needed the loving influence of her aunt and uncle. Clayton was an autocratic jerk. There were two scenes in this book that I felt were not needed. In the end, Clayton's character does change.
The Marked Lord by Sharon Ibbotson
Sophy Honeywell De Browarec has fled France after being exposed as a British spy. The one place she knows can hide is Ravensbourne Estate, home of the man that was going to be her stepbrother.
When Sophy was eight, her mother fell in love with Fitzwilliam Ravensbourne's father. Unfortunately, Sophy's mother died days before the wedding and Fitz's father raised her. Since Fitz was badly burned, he has become a near recluse surrounded by his beloved plants. Sophy was the one person that looked at him as a man, not a monster.
This is a book you don't want to put down until you are done. I loved the gothic romance with the tragically scarred hero and the spy who lost her first love in Revolutionary France. Both Fitz and Sophy carry a lot of baggage. Their relationship is tempestuous as they figure out how to love each other. I loved this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!
When Sophy was eight, her mother fell in love with Fitzwilliam Ravensbourne's father. Unfortunately, Sophy's mother died days before the wedding and Fitz's father raised her. Since Fitz was badly burned, he has become a near recluse surrounded by his beloved plants. Sophy was the one person that looked at him as a man, not a monster.
This is a book you don't want to put down until you are done. I loved the gothic romance with the tragically scarred hero and the spy who lost her first love in Revolutionary France. Both Fitz and Sophy carry a lot of baggage. Their relationship is tempestuous as they figure out how to love each other. I loved this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!
Last Duke Standing by Cheryl Bolen
Alex never thought he would be the Duke of Fordham. After all, he was the third son. When his slightly older brother dies in his sleep, Alex is suddenly the Duke. One of the worst tasks he has to do is tell his brother's fiance that he has died.
Lady Georgiana Fenton is shocked when she is told that her fiance has passed in his sleep. She demands to see the body and when she does, she tells the new duke that he was smothered in his sleep.
Alex decides to secretly investigate his brother's murder after the physician confirms that Lady Georgiana is correct. As they investigate, it becomes harder to resist the attraction while Georgina has to eliminate Alex from her list of suspects.
I enjoyed the characters in this book. I liked how Georgiana and Alex worked well together and how they learned to compromise. The murder mystery added an element of suspense to the romance. It was a great story.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!
Lady Georgiana Fenton is shocked when she is told that her fiance has passed in his sleep. She demands to see the body and when she does, she tells the new duke that he was smothered in his sleep.
Alex decides to secretly investigate his brother's murder after the physician confirms that Lady Georgiana is correct. As they investigate, it becomes harder to resist the attraction while Georgina has to eliminate Alex from her list of suspects.
I enjoyed the characters in this book. I liked how Georgiana and Alex worked well together and how they learned to compromise. The murder mystery added an element of suspense to the romance. It was a great story.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!
The Return of Lady Jane by Jess Michaels
Viscount Colin Wharton thinks he has finally found the one woman he can trust after he was betrayed by his first love. At their wedding ball, he is crushed when he finds her with her former suitor on the terrace, kissing, his reaction is immediate. Colin sends her to one of his estates, determined to forget her.
Viscountess Jane Wharton has no idea of what happened to make her husband send her away after their wedding ball. She is trying to make the best of her banishment. Six months later, Jane returns to London for the birth of her sister's first child. Colin demands that she stay with him to stop the rumors.
When they discover the secret that has kept them apart, can their love be rekindled?
This was a passionate romance with a huge twist. I loved every minute of this book. There is so much emotion in this book, from Jane's confusion to Colin's betrayal.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!
Viscountess Jane Wharton has no idea of what happened to make her husband send her away after their wedding ball. She is trying to make the best of her banishment. Six months later, Jane returns to London for the birth of her sister's first child. Colin demands that she stay with him to stop the rumors.
When they discover the secret that has kept them apart, can their love be rekindled?
This was a passionate romance with a huge twist. I loved every minute of this book. There is so much emotion in this book, from Jane's confusion to Colin's betrayal.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!
Monday, January 7, 2019
Never Say Duke by Erica Ridley
Theodore O'Hanlon, Viscount Ormondton was injured in the war. He is in Christmas to heal in anonymity, as far away from London as possible. His solitude is interrupted by Virginia Underwood and her cat Duke. Virginia is determined to help Theo heal from his wounds. She pokes and prods her surly patient until he starts responding. Theo has a woman who his father selected as his bride when he was young who is pushing him to make the betrothal official. But, he has fallen in love with Virginia. Is her love worth fighting for?
What a wonderful book! I loved the characters. Virginia was an amazing heroine. She was such a strong woman. Theo was the battle scared hero that needed to heal, but he found unconditional love. I like that the characters from the other books make an appearance. This was such a sweet read.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!!
What a wonderful book! I loved the characters. Virginia was an amazing heroine. She was such a strong woman. Theo was the battle scared hero that needed to heal, but he found unconditional love. I like that the characters from the other books make an appearance. This was such a sweet read.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!!
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