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61. Reading Romance: Literacy, Psychology and Malory's "Le Morte D'Arthur" by Margaret Dumais Svogun | |
Hardcover: 144
Pages
(2000-11-01)
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62. Yellow Roses: Serena's Strength/A Woman's Place/The Reluctant Fugitive/Saving Grace (Inspirational Romance Collection) by DiAnn Mills, Carol Cox, Darlene Mindrup, Kathleen Y'Barbo | |
Paperback: 464
Pages
(2001-03-01)
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What's Not To Love About Hunky Texas Rangers,In A 'Clean' Romance Book?
Loved it!
Great inspirational love stories DiAnn Mills skillfully weaves a tender romance between Serena Talbot and Chet Wilkinson while portraying their spiritual struggles in an unobtrusive, believable way in SERENA'S STRENGTH. Her historical and cultural accuracy blends an engaging story line and an authentic narrative of life as Texas Ranger in the developing Republic of Texas. Kathleen Y'Barbo narrates the story of a tenacious Texas Ranger widow, Grace Delaney who struggles to keep her home and family together and Jedadiah Harte, ex-Texas Ranger turned preacher in SAVING GRACE. Their spiritual journey with God and to each other is a well crafted, uplifting read. While all four are well-written and wholesome romantic stories, I'm sure you'll want to read other titles by both DiAnn Mills and Kathleen Y'Barbo.
Great inspirational love stories DiAnn Mills skillfully weaves a tender romance between Serena Talbot and Chet Wilkinson while portraying their spiritual struggles in an unobtrusive, believable way in SERENA'S STRENGTH. Her historical and cultural accuracy blends an engaging story line and an authentic narrative of life as Texas Ranger in the developing Republic of Texas. Kathleen Y'Barbo narrates the story of a tenacious Texas Ranger widow, Grace Delaney who struggles to keep her home and family together and Jedadiah Harte, ex-Texas Ranger turned preacher in SAVING GRACE. Their spiritual journey with God and to each other is a well crafted, uplifting read. While all four are well-written and wholesome romantic stories, I'm sure you'll want to read other titles by both DiAnn Mills and Kathleen Y'Barbo.
Great Read! |
63. The Hour and the Man An Historical Romance by Harriet Martineau | |
Kindle Edition:
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(2009-05-03)
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64. The Mammoth Book of Irish Romance | |
Paperback: 512
Pages
(2010-02-09)
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Twenty short tales with an Irish flair and just a touch of magic, myth and love |
65. Once Upon a Time: A Rose for Beauty/The Shoemaker's Daughter/Better to See You/Lily's Plight (Inspirational Romance Collection) by Irene B. Brand, Lynn A. Coleman, Gail Gaymer Martin, Yvonne Lehman | |
Paperback: 352
Pages
(2000-12-01)
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Fairy Tales Modernized with a Christian undertone
Lacks enchantment and reality
I THOURGHLY ENJOYED THIS BOOK!!!
I ENJOYED THIS BOOK TREMENDOUSLY!!!
Threw the book away - and I never throw books away. |
66. Glory (Topaz Historical Romance) by Heather Graham | |
Paperback: 352
Pages
(1999-02-01)
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Not as good as expected...
Rebel and Glory are must read books You have to read these books!
"Glory" is splendid!! "Glory" is about Julian and the woman he falls in love with, Rhiannon Tremaine.There story is delightful and romantic.Julian certainly equals the standard of the McKenzies.
the man with to much arogance and the witch doctor
Glory by Heather Graham - A disappointment! |
67. Currier & Ives Christmas: Dreams and Secrets/Snow Storm/Image of Love/Circle of Blessings (Inspirational Christmas Romance Collection) by DiAnn Mills, Lynn A. Coleman, JoAnn A. Grote, Deborah Raney | |
Paperback: 352
Pages
(2002-09-01)
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Charming Holiday Reading
Perfect holiday gift for any reader on your list!
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68. One Night With A Rogue (Zebra Historical Romance) by Candace McCarthy | |
Paperback: 304
Pages
(2003-06-01)
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Entertaining Read
Sheer Romantic Fun
Things that make you go "Ahhh"... Jane Graham never expected Catherine to elope and abandon her. But that was exactly what happened. As much as she dreaded it, Jane would have to return home and inform her uncle, Earl Hamilton, that his daughter had eloped. Yet while traveling home she was set upon by highwaymen and rescued by Broc Lawson, the handsome nobleman she had adored for so long. Since Broc had been injured while rescuing her, Jane found shelter and began to tend him. Sooner or later the earl would send out a search party. However, being so close to Broc made her want more. Second story is titled "Beyond Temptation" by Linda Madl. Eden was the youngest of the Vicar's seven daughters and had chosen to act as his caretaker. Knowing she would never marry, she chose "Tony" (a.k.a. Viscount Romleigh), to be her lover and give her one night to treasure forever. Once done they would part with no regrets. Eden never expected Tony to follow her to the remote little village of Hadding Green. Third story is titled "Night Of Seduction" by Debbie Raleigh. Charity Malone had loved Anthony, Lord Caldwell, for years. He had grown up as her neighbor and friend. When his younger brother died in a duel, Anthony blamed himself. He began drinking heavily and sinking into depression. Charity feared what he planned to do with his dueling pistol and decided to steal it during the night, then bury it in the garden. But Anthony caught the feminine figure in his garden. She was veiled in mystery and cloaked in darkness. He thought of her as a fair wood sprite, created of mists and moonlight, just for him. The mystical encounter snapped him out of his depression and he looked forward to seeing her each midnight. Charity, though, decided to let herself have on night with Anthony and then let his mystery woman disappear forever. ***** Needless to say, THIS BOOK ROCKS! Each story is downright enthralling. In fact, delightful dreams can not help but happen if you go to bed shortly after reading any one of these tales. This novel will be forever labeled under the file, "Things that make you go 'Ahhhh'." *****
Things that make you go "Ahhh"... Jane Graham never expected Catherine to elope and abandon her. But that was exactly what happened. As much as she dreaded it, Jane would have to return home and inform her uncle, Earl Hamilton, that his daughter had eloped. Yet while traveling home she was set upon by highwaymen and rescued by Broc Lawson, the handsome nobleman she had adored for so long. Since Broc had been injured while rescuing her, Jane found shelter and began to tend him. Sooner or later the earl would send out a search party. However, being so close to Broc made her want more. Second story is titled "Beyond Temptation" by Linda Madl. Eden was the youngest of the Vicar's seven daughters and had chosen to act as his caretaker. Knowing she would never marry, she chose "Tony" (a.k.a. Viscount Romleigh), to be her lover and give her one night to treasure forever. Once done they would part with no regrets. Eden never expected Tony to follow her to the remote little village of Hadding Green. Third story is titled "Night Of Seduction" by Debbie Raleigh. Charity Malone had loved Anthony, Lord Caldwell, for years. He had grown up as her neighbor and friend. When his younger brother died in a duel, Anthony blamed himself. He began drinking heavily and sinking into depression. Charity feared what he planned to do with his dueling pistol and decided to steal it during the night, then bury it in the garden. But Anthony caught the feminine figure in his garden. She was veiled in mystery and cloaked in darkness. He thought of her as a fair wood sprite, created of mists and moonlight, just for him. The mystical encounter snapped him out of his depression and he looked forward to seeing her each midnight. Charity, though, decided to let herself have on night with Anthony and then let his mystery woman disappear forever. ***** Needless to say, THIS BOOK ROCKS! Each story is downright enthralling. In fact, delightful dreams can not help but happen if you go to bed shortly after reading any one of these tales. This novel will be forever labeled under the file, "Things that make you go 'Ahhhh'." *****
A little reality please - **Lady Jane's Lover - Candace McCarthy**- Jane Graham, niece of an Earl, acting as his daughter's companion, is stranded when said daughter runs away with the "coachman"! Ambushed and then rescued by a passing horseman who is wounded in the action- the rest of the story involves Jane nursing her rescuer back to health in a convenient (and unexplained) well stocked empty "cottage". Turns out she knew him from her childhood. I actually liked Jane and Broc and enjoyed their relationship - however I found it impossible to believe that 1) Broc (son of a Baron) had been cast off by his father because of an amorous adventure (his father might have paid her off IF he believed her) that 2) Jane would not have been severely blamed for her cousin's actions by her aunt and uncle and 3) that said cousin would expect ever to be forgiven for her action, let alone be accepted..... ah well. Plus titles were a bit muddled. (one star) **Beyond Temptation - Linda Madl** - Eden Roseby youngest of seven daughters of a clergyman has (as the youngest) been Chosen to care for her clergyman father in his old age. Arranges a single night of passion with an initially reluctant "rake" - Anthony, Viscount Romleigh. The romance between Anthony and Eden is well done; Eden's father is unexpectedly intriguing and likeable. Problem? Mr Roseby is the brother of a Duke - so he is really the Rev Lord James Roseby - why doesn't he use his title? Never explained. Also the villain of the piece is the local baronet who controls the vicar's living and threatens him with losing it. I don't think so!!! If one's brother was a Duke, the ducal family would have arranged the living! Just do away with this connection and the story would be a lot more believable. The "duel" is a treat!!! (two stars) **Night of Seduction - Debbie Raleigh** - Charity Malone, spinster daughter to a scholar, long time friend to Anthony Lord Caldwell - occasional neighbor (when he wants to escape society) wants to find a way to comfort him when he starts drinking heavily and threatening suicide on blaming himself for his younger brother's death. She accidentally catches his attention when he finds her in his garden "veiled in the mist" and doesn't recognize her.... Once I could get beyond the improbability that Charity and Anthony had ever developed a friendship - this is a pretty good read. Charity's background and situation (as daughter staying at home to care for her father) are realistic and matter of fact; also Charity recognizes her feelings for Anthony are largely (in the beginning) based on the fact that she has met no other really eligible gentlemen. She also has a perfectly good reason for sneaking through Anthony's garden in the dead of night! (three and a half stars) ... Read more |
69. Slow Heat (Zebra Romance) by Stella Cameron, Lisa Jackson, Jill Marie Landis | |
Mass Market Paperback: 415
Pages
(2001-09-01)
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70. My Funny Valentine (Zebra Historical Romance) by Peggy And Knight, Allison And M Daniels | |
Paperback: 314
Pages
(2002-01-01)
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Highly recommended CAN I CALL YOU SWEEETHEART? By Peggy Daniels: Four years ago Nicholas Parish left to fight in the Civil War, practically leaving Amber Wade at the altar on Valentine's Day. Now he returns to learn that his sweetheart married his brother and has a son. A tender, evocative tale certain to pluck the heartstrings, CAN I CALL YOU SWEETHEART copes with the pain of abandonment and the sweetness of learning to trust. WINTER ROSES by Allison Knight: Gavin Sinclair is determined to thwart his younger brother's plans for elopement after the Valentine's ball. He thinks he's kidnapped the bride, but he really has the bride's older sister. WINTER ROSES is a charming regency romance that deftly breaks the rules of society in the most delightful manner. BE MINE by Deborah Matthews: The Earl of Valentine curses the fool that gave his family their name. Even worse, his Aunt Cupid capitalizes upon her name by bringing lonely hearts together. Val makes a wager with his cousin that he can escape the marriage altar, but finds himself struck by Cupid's arrow aimed from an unlikely direction. A delectable, playful treat, BE MINE brings a comic chuckle to this collection. Evocative, endearing, and tender, this collection is highly recommended. ... Read more |
71. Eden's Garden (Tango 2 Romance) by Elizabeth Rose | |
Paperback: 253
Pages
(2000-06-01)
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A Romance with taste
A Modern Fairy Tale
A real page turner! I found Ms. Rose'scharacters to be real life, with real problems and accomplishments of theirown. Not only Jack and Eden, but the secondary characters as well. Thisstory is well written and will keep your interest. The plot was great, andthe humor the author throws in is refreshing. I found myself not wanting toput it down. Pick it up - you'll be happy you did.
Great new author's first book is a wonderfully exotic trip! Eden made her firstjourney to the U.S. from the mountains of Peru at the bequest of her dyingAmerican father, Professor Jonathan Starke. Although Jonathan visited Edenevery summer in Peru and toured Machu Pichu and other sites of Peru withher, he never married her mother or lived with them as a family. Eden'smother was part of the Incan world; they do not welcome strangers and onlymarry others of their tribe. Eden, who has never felt completely a partof that world, is somewhat overwhelmed by the world of her father,especially after his death. On his deathbed, her father bequeaths to herhis bible and asks her to deliver a small sack to Jack Talon, to whomJonathan owes money. In addition, he tells Eden that Jack will take care ofher. When Jack learns that Jonathan has died and left him nothing but thecare of his Peruvian daughter, he is livid. He is trying to prove himselfto be a competent businessman in his father's eyes. When he loaned moneyfrom his father's restaurant to Jonathan Starke, he considered it aninvestment which would not only make him more money, but show his fatherhow shrewd he'd become. Instead, Jonathan is dead, his money has beengambled away, and Jack is left with the responsibility of his Incandaughter. Elizabeth has added quite a bit of humor to this story startingwith it's not-too- subtle resemblance to the Jack and the bean stalk fable,and enhanced by Jack's reaction to Eden's native costume mistaken beliefthat Eden cannot speak English.Jack is a pseudo-bad boy with a heart ofgold; he can't help himself from taking in strays, be they animals orhumans.However, he is desperate to prove to his father, and moreimportantly, to himself that he is smart and capable enough to take overrunning the restaurant business. Eden has grown up in a culture so farremoved from downtown Chicago that it is almost as if she has travelledthrough time from her dirt-poor, mountain farming village. Although sheknows nothing of the restaurant business, she is a good judge of people anda loving person herself, so she is able to help Jack in the most unexpectedof ways. The chemistry between these two, bolstered by the humor in theirrelationship, is captivating. Regardless of where they end up or what theydo, you can truly believe that these two very different individuals willlive happily ever after. Great work, Elizabeth! Copyright 2000, Barb's AllRomance Book Store
A splash of culture, a lot of fun. |
72. My Sweet Valentine (Zebra Regency Romance) by Shannon Donnelly, Alice Holden, Joy Reed | |
Paperback: 222
Pages
(2002-01-01)
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Editorial Review Product Description A not-so-harmless fib... A ruined ritual...A slip of the tongue...How will Cupid save these three delightful heroines this Valentine's Day? Silver Links, by Shannon Donnelly Lady Olivia Duncastle fears she has destroyed her perfect marriage to the dashing diplomat Lord Duncastle when she lets slip a political secret to the wrong person. Only the magical power of the perfect Valentine can save their love... The Valentine Husband, by Alice Holden To avoid an arranged marriage, Jenny Markham invents a seduction designed to ruin her good name. But then the supposed seducer suddenly appears—with an unexpected scheme of his own... At First Sight, by Joy Reed Miss Phoebe Fairchild's intricately laid plans to have Mr. Randolph Harris be the first man she sees on Valentine's Day--thus becoming her future husband--are crushed when a handsome stranger opens her eyes...and her heart... |
73. The Holiday Inn (Leisure Contemporary Romance) by Farrah Rochon, Phyllis Bourne Williams, Stefanie Worth White | |
Mass Market Paperback: 287
Pages
(2008-09-30)
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book review
three whimsical second chance tales |
74. Best Gay Romance 2009 | |
Paperback: 220
Pages
(2009-01-06)
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Not romantic enough.
Great anthology
Wounded
Delightfully sensuous!
Love in All of its Forms |
75. 4th Of July Picnic (Zebra Historical Romance) by Pat Pritchard, Cheryl Bolen, Tracy Cozzens | |
Paperback: 256
Pages
(2004-07-01)
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76. My Buffalo Soldier (Love Spectrum Romance) by Barbara BK Reeves | |
Paperback: 265
Pages
(2000-03-01)
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MY BUFFALO SOLDIER
excelent
A Unique and Spellbinding Read
My Buffalo Soldier My BuffaloSoldier is a compelling story of an impossible love between a man and awoman. In 1871 when Nick Balfours feels an attraction to Enid Jamison, heknows he must ignore it. Even a century later the love between a black manand a white woman will be barely tolerated. Fighting his heart Nickrefuses to allow Enid to teach in a black school at Fort Clark. "A whiteteacher, young and delectable, beautiful and blonde, standing up before allthose horny black soldiers" was unthinkable. When Enid's racist brother,Paul, discovers she is teaching ignorant black soldiers, he threatens toconfine her to an asylum. Enid recognizes her own attraction to Nick. Bothstruggle to hide their longings for each other. Nick attempts to save themboth from the many opposing villians, knowing he has no business wanting awhite woman. Just when true love seems to have conquered all, Enid'sbrother brings his gang of cutthroats to wreak vengence on those who wouldlove enough to defy customs. The prejudice and bigotry of theReconstruction South almost defeat the love of a black Buffalo soldier fora white Confederate widow. B.K. Reeves writes western, science fiction,contemporary, and historical novels. She teaches novel and short story atSan Jacinto College. My Buffalo Soldier is BK's sixth published novel.
My Buffalo Soldier |
77. Cupid Calling (Zebra Historical Romance) by Stacy Brown, Karen L. King, Patricia Waddell | |
Paperback: 352
Pages
(2003-01-01)
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A Heartwarming Story |
78. Undone (Brava Historical Romance) by Susan Johnson, Terri Brisbin, Mary Wine | |
Paperback: 356
Pages
(2010-05-01)
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Reviewed by Romance Junkies!
well written heated historicals |
79. Christmas Threads: Everlasting Light/Yuletide Treasure/Angels in the Snow/Christmas Cake (Inspirational Christmas Romance Collection) by Gail Gaymer Martin, Colleen L. Reece, Janet Spaeth, Andrea Boeshaar | |
Paperback: 352
Pages
(2000-09-01)
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Christmas Threads...Heartwarming Christmas Romances! I just bought the InspirationalAnthology CHRISTMAS THREADS, and decided to read the last novella in theanthology from Barbour, first.I was touched by the sweet story ofnewlyweds, Elizabeth and Joel Evans, who spend their first Christmastogether in the small house they call home on the Nebraska prairie.Ourheroine, Elizabeth, tries desperately to overcome the harsh winter and manyother obstacles in order to bake a traditional holiday dessert for herhusband.Will she be able to bring a little bit of a Boston Christmas tothe Nebraska prairie?Will she find the ingredients to bake the holidaycake his family had been eating for years?Talented author, Janet Spaethshows us her wonderful sense of humor throughout this loving Christmasnovella.Along with a happy ending, she has included a wonderful recipethat I'm going to bake for my husband, even though it's not Christmas yet. Thank you, Janet for your emotional and humorous story...and for includingthe recipe!I can't wait to read the other three novellas in theanthology. ... Read more |
80. A Regency Christmas Eve (Signet Regency Romance) by Nancy Butler, Diane Farr, Allison Lane, Barbara Metzger, Edith Layton | |
Paperback: 352
Pages
(2000-10-01)
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Oh, heavens... I couldn't even bring myself to finish it I managed to trudge through Barbara Metzger's story, even though I couldn't stand any of the main characters. Two couples, and the only sympathetic person among them was the mistress! The mice were annoying. I then forced myself to skim through Allison Lane's and Diane Farr's tales, but neither was worth it. Lane's situations were ridiculous and would never have occured in the time period. It started out well, but deteriorated once the house party ensued. As for Ms. Farr's story, I can't help but believe that the hero will one day rue marrying such a reckless girl. Her only redeeming quality was her peppiness, which was exhausting. I simply couldn't bring myself to even attempt the last two stories. Avoid this one at all costs. It is dull and silly.
Another hit-and-miss anthology: one dud, two so-so, two good The first story is Barbara Metzger's Little Miracles, an unusual tale centred around a poor and run-down parish church and the few remaining church mice, who try hard to hint successive vicars in the direction of St Cecilia's riches. Evan, the current vicar, is in love with Alice, daughter of the local squire. But his stipend is a pittance and the vicarage has a hole in its roof; how could he ever ask her to marry him? It's a sweet story with amusing moments, but too short for real character development. Allison Lane's The Marriage Stakes is typical of this author; the characters are all far too informal with each other, and minor characters are one-dimensional caricatures. She uses a plot device which appears in many other novels, where the hero holds a house party in order to choose a bride. The heroine, Sophie, who has been offered shelter after her carriage met with an accident, somehow manages to spy on the various eligible young ladies and report back to Westlake. None of this is at all convincing, and there are a number of scenes which are simply embarrassing to read. The Gift of the Spoons, by Nancy Butler, is an unusual story and I'm not entirely convinced that it works. It helps if you believe in magic and healing and psychic powers, which I don't. Christopher Herne's son is dying, and as a last resort he is tracking down a woman he's been told about, who has healing powers - Pippa Spoon. Unfortunately, the woman he finds is the original Pippa's daughter. Still, he persuades her to come home with him to treat his son. Lots of strange goings-on and fits of temper from Christopher, and the fact that he never calls his son by his name, make this a difficult novella to like. The resolution is also too quick, and the diagnosis pretty much incredible. On to Diane Farr's Reckless Miss Ripley; shades of Georgette Heyer's Friday's Child here, but done very well in Ms Farr's usual style. Fred Bates is hurrying home to spend Christmas with his family. He's feeling very sorry for himself, and guilty, because the family's new state of poverty is all his fault. Taking shelter from the snow at an inn, he encounters a young lady travelling alone; it transpires that she's trying to get to Bath to stop her friend Harry from marrying someone else. Claudia persuades Fred to drive her to Bath, and a delightful story ensues. Finally, we have Edith Layton's The Christmas Thief. Max Evers has lost all his money and can't even afford to buy his niece a Christmas present. Unable to come up with any other solution, he decides that he will steal something for her. But committing a crime turns out to be not as simple as he'd envisaged. This novella was a disappointment: there are too many unconvincing events and leaps of logic and I simply can't see how certain things would have happened. The element of romance is also far too brief: the heroine gets perhaps half a dozen pages in a 60-page story. Overall, just about so-so.
a keeper for fans of Diane Farr!!!
For any time at all . . . The weakest story (for me, at least) was The Marriage Stakes by Allison Lane. Dreary and bleak, with a bit of preposterous thrown in, I couldn't like the characters and the setting wasn't much better. In fact, I nearly didn't finish it at all, but other readers may find this style to be enjoyable and should form their own opinion. Nancy Butler (who won the RITA award for best Regency this year) shows yet another facet of her talent with a story that blends fantasy into romance for one enjoyable result. When Kit Herne goes into the forest looking for the wise-woman who lives there, he wants her to find a cure for his son's ailment. Instead, he finds her daughter, Pippa, who uses her own variety of magic to cure not only the son, but also his father. Diane Farr serves up the lightest and happiest confection with The Reckless Miss Ripley and her hapless target, Fred Bates. A mere three minutes too late for the mail coach, Miss Ripley is forced to find another way to travel to Bath where she expects to meet up with her long-time (possibly imaginary) fiancé. She badgers the not-quite unwilling Mr. Bates into accompanying her, with all the travails, humorous and otherwise, that can befall such ill-prepared travelers. And then, to close the book, Edith Layton tells a wonderful, heart-warming story with a twist. (Be sure to have the tissues handy--you'll need them.) On his way back from the wars to his home in England, Max Evers reads in the newspaper that his financial agent has been the victim of an embezzler and all is lost! When he sees his townhouse surrounded by clamoring bailiffs, that sad fact is made all too clear to him, so he turns away from all he'd been anticipating this Christmas season, taking great pains not to be found by anyone from his past life. Especially he turns from his fiancée who's been waiting patiently for him for five long years. However, all is made delightfully right again, however, on the most wondrous night of the year--Christmas Eve!
Brilliant, sparkling fun My favourite author of this bunch was Diane Farr who seems to have a special talent for making great fun characters - her Miss Ripley was a gem and the story a real cracker - about a very perservering young girl trying to make her way to Bath in time for Christmas. The story might seem a common one but Farr adds a fresh touch to it and it flows along with immense good humour. ... Read more |
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