The Lady Most Willing by Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, and Connie Brockway Historical Romance December 28, 2012 Avon Reviewed by May When Laird Taran Ferguson's nephews refuse to wed and secure his birthright, he takes matters into his own hands, raiding a ball and kidnapping four likely brides—a bonny lass, an heiress with a slight reputation problem, a rich English beauty, and a maiden without a name or a fortune. But which one is ready to fall in love with the Scottish lord? Add a very Continue Reading
Mandi’s New Favorite Book – The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons
“Oh, Alexander,” she said, “what do you want from me….” “Everything!” he whispered fiercely. Ever since I met Kate online, I knew The Bronze Horseman was her absolute favorite book so it has been on my radar for sometime. But I also knew it was 900 pages and set in WWII Russia, a time setting that I didn’t think would interest a me. However a few days ago, Jane tweeted that the book was on sale for $1.99 and she also expressed how much she enjoyed this epic love story. And all of a sudden my Continue Reading
Review: The Duchess War by Courtney Milan
The Duchess War by Courtney Milan (Brothers Sinister #1) December 8, 2012 Historical Romance Self Published Reviewed by May Beside her, Mr. Charingford swallowed, the sound audible at this distance. “He is, of course, His Grace, the Duke of Clermont.” Minnie almost yanked her fingers back. A duke? A bloody duke had found her behind the curtains? No. No. Impossible. Minnie is living a lie. As a child a scandal rocked her world, and she took on a new identity and went to live with her Continue Reading
Review: Miracle in New Hope by Kaki Warner
Miracle in New Hope by Kaki Warner December 11, 2012 Western Historical Novella Berkley Reviewed by Mandi I love, love, love Kaki Warner’s voice. Both of her previous western trilogies have been a big hit with me. Even though this novella has a ghost-type set-up, which I do not like in my otherwise ‘normal’ world books, I decided to try it because I enjoy this author so much. Set in the 1870’s, Daniel Hobart lives in a small Rockies Mountain town. He lost his wife and child Continue Reading
Review: What Happens at Christmas by Victoria Alexander
What Happens at Christmas by Victoria Alexander October 16, 2012 Historical Romance Kensington Reviewed by May From the author's site: Camille, Lady Lydingham, knows precisely what she wants for Christmas—an official engagement to a handsome, dashing prince. Her very proper suitor expects a proper English family and the perfect Dickensian Christmas, which leaves the lovely widow with a slight problem. The last thing Camille wants is for the prince to meet her unconventional relatives. Continue Reading
Review: Too Dangerous to Desire by Cara Elliott
Too Dangerous to Desire by Cara Elliott (Lord of Midnight #3) Historical Romance November 20, 2012 Forever Reviewed by May Sophie closed her eyes for a fleeting instant. “I’m delighted that you found your knight in shining armor, Georgie. But not all of us are fated to be so lucky. If there are any reptiles that need slaying, I fear I shall have to sharpen my own sword.” Sophie is the eldest sister, a spinster, and woman who found her true love once upon a time but turned his offer of Continue Reading
Review: The Importance of Being Wicked by Miranda Neville
The Importance of Being Wicked by Miranda Neville (The Wild Quartet #1) November 27, 2012 Historical Romance Avon Reviewed by Mandi This book gives us two unlikely people to fall in love – a Duke, nicknamed Lord Stuffy, who while is no means desolate, would prefer to marry a rich heiress. And a widowed heroine who parties, doesn’t care for the rules of the ton, and because of her late husband’s debts, owes many people money. My main problem with this book is that by the end, I Continue Reading
Review: What an Earl Wants by Kasey Michaels
What an Earl Wants by Kasey Michaels (The Redgraves #1) Historical Romance November 20, 2012 Harlequin Reviewed by May Favorite quote: “Maribel has seen more cocks than any three generations of hens.” About the book (from author’s website): Gideon Redgrave, eldest child of the late Earl of Saltwood, refuses to be humbled by the scandal that once tore his family apart. He's built his life in London society around one rule: trust no one. So the last thing he wants is to play guardian Continue Reading
Review: My Scandalous Viscount by Galen Foley
My Scandalous Viscount by Galen Foley (The Inferno Club #5) Historical Romance Released: September 25, 2012 Avon Reviewed by May Viscount Beauchamp (“Beau” to friends) leads a secret life working for the Order and doing secret work for England that most will never know about. Unfortunately for him, some of his coworkers are friends with a young miss who can’t seem to keep her nose where it belongs. Indeed, the young Carissa considers herself a ‘lady of information’ and can’t help but Continue Reading
Review: Lord Gray’s List by Maggie Robinson
Lord Gray’s List by Maggie Robinson (The London List #1) Released: October 30, 2012 Historical Romance Brava Reviewed by Mandi Lord Gray, or Ben to his friends is sick of being quoted on London’s popular newspaper, The London List every Tuesday. Each week the antics of ‘Lord G’ are printed for all to read. From the women he beds to the clubs he visits. Yes he is a rake and he likes women, but he doesn’t need everyone to know everything about him and he is determined to put a stop Continue Reading