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Publisher:
Avon |
Release
Date: January 28, 2003 |
ISBN:
0060511508 |
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Genre:
Historical Romance [Regency - Jan-Feb 1814 / Holiday-Valentine]
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Reviewed:
2003 |
Reviewer:
Brenda Weeaks |
Reviewer
Notes: Explicit Content |
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The
Further Observations of Lady Whistledown
Anthology
By Quinn,
Enoch, Hawkins, Ryan
Avon
brings romance readers four entertaining historical romances under
one cover. Each story is introduced by Lady Whistledown, a society
gossip columnist. Lady Whistledown was created by Julia Quinn in
her book, The Duke and I. The columnist's introductions and
midstream comments show readers how it must have been back then,
when everything one did in society was noted; but in the case of
Lady Whistledown, her words of gossip tend to be words of wisdom
in the end.
The
most enjoyable part of the stories is how they blend into each other.
Each story has its own lead characters, but they are also mentioned
in the other's stories, as well as the same play, skating party
and Valentine's party.
One True Love - Suzanne Enoch
Lady Anne Bishop has been promised
to the Marquis of Halfurst. When she comes of age and enjoys a party
or two, the Marquis shows up ready wed and return to the country.
Let's just say the Marquis's trip will last longer than expected.
A quick, entertaining read with a steamy, romantic scene.
Two Hearts - Karen Hawkins
Lady Elizabeth Pritchard is single,
intelligent and ready to settle down. Sir Royce Pemberley, one of
Lady E.'s friends, wants to make sure his friend isn't taken advantage
of. If Sir Royce isn't careful, he may be caught in his own trap.
A sexy, delightful story full of witty banter - my favorite of the
four.
A Dozen Kisses - Mia Ryan
Marquis of Darington was injured in
the war. Five years later, he returns to London Society. He runs
into Lady Caroline Starling, the daughter of the woman he ordered
from his home. Sparks fly and odd words are muttered. A very sweet
love story.
Thirty-six Valentines - Julia Quinn
Miss Susannah Ballister is wooed and
jilted by a man she adores. Who better to show up at the dance and
rub it in than his brother, the Earl of Renminster? He disapproved
of her, yet all it took to get her back in a society that shunned
her was one dance with him. The affects are lingering and not just
for the Ton. A steamy love story proving that everything and everyone
are not as they seem.
Each
story is as entertaining as the next. Without a doubt, these four
steamy regencies will leave you smiling. The stories are set up
to end on Valentine's Day, but trust me; they are enjoyable all
year around.
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