Touch of the Wolf by Susan Krinard

Genre: Paranormal Romance; Werewolves

Sub Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Braden Forster, Earl of Greyburn, has devoted his life to restoring the purity of his clan's werewolf blood. He spent years searching in vain for a distant American cousin, a woman whose wolf bloodline is a vital link in his family's heritage. Braden had thought Cassidy Holt was lost forever--until she appeared one rainy night on the steps of his London mansion . . . her raven hair in disarray, her skin scented with sunlight and sagebrush. As Braden whisks young Cassidy to his family's secluded country estate, both can sense their undeniable attraction. But Cassidy soon learns that they can never satisfy their mutual passion; Braden has already betrothed her to another. Her only hope of claiming the one man she'll always love is to unravel the dark and lustful secrets of his past . . .

This is the first of the Historical Werewolves series. Braden lives for his Cause, to breed a pure werewolf line. Cassidy has been longing for the moment when she can be with people of her own kind. When the two come together Braden feels that he is being given a gift for the Cause. Cassidy has no idea about his plans and believes that he wants her. The story has many twists and turns. Braden has to deal with his past and grow to realize what he can have. While Cassidy goes from being a dreamer to understanding something need actual work. I liked reading this book and will be reading the next one in the series, Once a Wolf.

Publisher: Bantam

ISBN: 0553580183

Pages: 416

Series: Historical Werewolf

Volume: 1

Not Quite a Husband by Sherry Thomas

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Their marriage lasted only slightly longer than the honeymoon—to no one’s surprise, not even Bryony Asquith's. A man as talented, handsome, and sought after by society as Leo Marsden couldn't possibly want to spend his entire life with a woman who rebelled against propriety by becoming a doctor. Why, then, three years after their annulment and half a world away, does he track her down at her clinic in the remotest corner of India? Leo has no reason to think Bryony could ever forgive him for the way he treated her, but he won't rest until he’s delivered an urgent message from her sister—and fulfilled his duty by escorting her safely back to England. But as they risk their lives for each other on the journey home, will the biggest danger be the treacherous war around them—or their rekindling passion?

This is yet another good historical romance by Sherry Thomas. Bryony has run away from everything. Most assuredly Leo Marsden. Leo must come to deliver a message and bring her back to her sick father. Only things seem to keep getting in the way. The story is well put together. I really like that Bryony is a doctor in the late 1800’s. It makes the story quite compelling to read. The dynamic between Leo and Bryony is very entertaining. I really enjoyed reading this book.

Publisher: Bantam

ISBN: 0553592432

Pages: 352

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One Night With A Prince by Sabrina Jeffries

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s, Royalty, Royal Brotherhood Trilogy

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Proper Lady Christabel, the Marchioness of Haversham, is desperate to regain some letters that could destroy her -- so desperate that she pretends to be the mistress of notorious gaming-club owner Gavin Byrne to accompany him to a scandalous house party where she can reclaim them. But when she agreed to let Byrne coach her on how a true mistress behaves, she never suspected how very...persuasive his wicked lessons would be. Gavin is secretly determined to find the letters himself and use them for revenge against the noble sire who abandoned him to grow up in London's worst slums. He's also delighted at how very successful his "mistress lessons" are: it won't be long before the luscious young widow is in his bed. But when Christabel catches Gavin in his own seductive net, he faces a difficult choice: to wreak the vengeance he's planned all his life, or to protect the woman he may -- to his own astonishment -- need more than revenge.

This is the third book in the Royal Brotherhood trilogy. Now we’ve seen Gavin in the first two books as the man that has been truly wronged by his Princely father. Now he is being asked to do something for him. He must get a woman who has shot at him into a house party. Christabel doesn’t know what she is really asking of Gavin. But as the two work together they both learn that no one should go by what they first see. Gavin is not the man that everyone believes him to be. The character is very deep and well written and keeps you guessing as to what he will do next. Chritabel is even harder to put into a neat little box. I enjoyed reading the final book in this trilogy. Sabrina Jeffries writing is highly entertaining and I am a little sad that the trilogy is over. But I most defiantly will be looking for other books by her.

Publisher: Pocket Star

ISBN: 0743477723

Pages: 384

Series: Royal Brotherhood

Volume: 3

His at Night by Sherry Thomas

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Love is hottest in the darkness before dawn. Elissande Edgerton is a desperate woman, a virtual prisoner in the home of her tyrannical uncle. Only through marriage can she claim the freedom she craves. But how to catch the perfect man? Lord Vere is used to baiting irresistible traps. As a secret agent for the government, he’s tracked down some of the most devious criminals in London, all the while maintaining his cover as one of Society’s most harmless—and idiotic—bachelors. But nothing can prepare him for the scandal of being ensnared by Elissande. Forced into a marriage of convenience, Elissande and Vere are each about to discover that they’re not the only one with a hidden agenda. With seduction their only weapon—and a dark secret from the past endangering both their lives—can they learn to trust each other even as they surrender to a passion that won’t be denied?

Elissande just wants to get her and herself out of her uncle’s home. Lord Vere is investigating Elissande’s uncle while holding behind his idiotic guise. But then he gets snared into marring Elissande. As the story moves forward you find that there is so much more going on then what is first seen. I loved this book for that. I liked how just when you think the story is going to go one way it turns on its ear. Vere for all his intelligence is rather dumb in matters of his own heart. I can’t wait to see what is next for Sherry Thomas as I really love her writing.

Let me know what your thoughts are.

Publisher: Bantam

ISBN: 0553592440

Pages: 432

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Wicked Becomes You by Meredith Duran

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: She’s been burned not once but twice by London’s so-called gentlemen... Gwen Maudsley is pretty enough to be popular, and plenty wealthy, too. But what she’s best known and loved for is being so very, very nice. When a cad jilts her at the altar—again—the scandal has her outraged friends calling for blood. Only Gwen has a different plan. If nice no longer works for her, then it’s time to learn to be naughty. Happily, she knows the perfect tutor—Alexander Ramsey, her late brother’s best friend and a notorious rogue. So why won’t a confirmed scoundrel let her be as bad as she wants to be? Unbeknownst to Gwen, Alex’s aloof demeanor veils his deepest unspoken desire. He has no wish to see her change, nor to tempt himself with her presence when his own secrets make any future between them impossible. But on a wild romp from Paris to the Riviera, their friendship gives way to something hotter, darker, and altogether more dangerous. With Alex’s past and Gwen’s newly unleashed wildness on a collision course, Gwen must convince Alex that his wickedest intentions are exactly what she needs.

Gwen has no family after losing her brother. Now she has been jilted not once but twice on her wedding day. Now she feels that she needs to become wicked to be able to find her happiness. Alex was her brother’s best friend and is a notorious rake. But he seems to be the only one that see Gwen. The two work together for their own purposes but their relationship is changing. This is a good tale. The characters are well written. I found the story to be a little predictable at times. And there was a subplot that I didn’t quite understand the point of. But that being said I still liked the story. Alex is the one that made it. I would like to read more by Meredith Duran to see how her stories will varies.

Publisher: Pocket

ISBN: 1416593128

Pages: 416

Series:

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Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: He created the perfect woman… The impoverished Duke of Monchester despises the rich Americans who flock to London, seeking to buy their way into the ranks of the British peerage. So when railroad heiress Summer Wine Lee offers him a king’s ransom if he’ll teach her to become a proper lady, he’s prepared to rebuff her. But when he meets the petite beauty with the knife in her boot, it’s not her fortune he finds impossible to resist… For the arms of another man Frontier-bred Summer Wine Lee has no interest in winning over London society—it’s the New York bluebloods and her future mother-in-law she’s determined to impress. She knows the cost of smoothing her rough-and-tumble frontier edges will be high. But she never imagined it might cost her heart…

Summer comes to London to learn to be a proper lady so that she can marry into the bluebloods of New York. But she has a lot of work to do as she has grown up in the town of Tombstone. Byron hates rich Americans coming to London to marry into a title. But he himself has no money as his father depleted his holdings before his death. So they agree to work together. Only there is more going on than their lessons. This story has some great side plots that make it an even richer tale. The dialogue between the characters is wickedly sharp. I really enjoyed reading this book finding the characters believable and fun. I am truly becoming a fan of Kathryne Kennedy’s writing.

Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca

ISBN: 1402229909

Pages: 384

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The Wolf Next Door by Lydia Dare

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s, Westfield Brothers

Sub Genre: Paranormal Romance; Witches, Werewolves, Magic

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: They can’t even be in the same room together… Ever since a disastrous encounter on a full moon years ago, Prisca Hawthorne has taunted, insulted, and in every way tried to push him away. If only her heart didn’t break every time Lord William Westfield left her… But staying apart is even worse… Lord William throws himself into drinking, gambling, and debauchery and pretends not to care about Prisca at all. But when he returns to find a rival werewolf threatening her, he just about goes berserk… Can Prisca forgive the unforgivable, or are the mooncrossed lovers going to be forced into a battle of will that could be fatal…?

This is the third book in the Westfield Brothers trilogy. William, who we have seen before, has it bad for Prisca. But the two act like oil and water whenever they are they are together. Now things are put into motion that the two of them are thrown together. The story has quite a few twists to it. Prisca is just as much of a spit fire as she was in the first book. While William tries to play it cool and fails. I love this book just as much as the others. The good thing is that this may have started out as a trilogy about the three brothers but there is more to come. The Taming of the Wolf is the next book in the series and I can’t wait to read it.

Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca

ISBN: 1402236964

Pages: 416

Series: Westfield Brothers

Volume: 3

My Dangerous Duke by Gaelen Foley

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s, Secret Societies

Sub Genre: Paranormal Romance; Ghosts, Curses

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: The Inferno Club: In public, this scandalous society of London aristocrats is notorious for pursuing all manner of debauchery. But in private, they are warriors who would do anything to protect king and country . . . They say that the very name of Warrington is cursed . . . From a time as old as the cold stone of the duke's ancestral castle, the Warrington men have been plagued by tragedy. But Rohan Kilburn, the Duke of Warrington, has vowed to escape the predestined torment by forsaking love and devoting his life to the Inferno Club and its secret mission. And then she is brought to him unbidden by cutthroats hoping to calm the duke's infamous temper—a sacrificial virgin of sorts. But even overpowered, Kate Madsen will be no man's sacrifice. And the duke's price for claiming her may be what he has sworn never to give—the heart he has so long and fiercely guarded—to the beautiful hostage he was never meant to love.

Rohan is going to try and handle an issue that has arisen at home. When he gets there he is gifted with the beautiful Kate. Kate is scared and has no idea what or where she really is. Rohan soon learns what is going on and takes Kate under his protection. As the two work together to piece together what is underfoot they soon discover a mutual respect. I don’t want to go too much into this as I don’t want to give away what happens. Of the two books I found this to be my favorite. I love what happens. Rohan is very superstitious. While Kate is very logical and a bit of a spitfire. The whole story is brilliantly written. I can't wait to read the next book in the series, My Irresistible Earl.

ISBN: 0061733970

Pages: 400

Series: Inferno Club

Volume: 2

The Dark One by Ronda Thompson

Genre: Paranormal Romance; Werewolves, The Wild Wulfs of London

Sub Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: A passion ignited. Rosalind Rutherford knows full well the scandal she courts when she attempts to seduce the notorious Armond Wulf—in fact, she’s counting on it as a means to escape her sadistic stepbrother’s control. Unfortunately, Lord Wulf’s better instincts prevail...although not before he gives Rosalind a tantalizing taste of what she’s missing. And when the opportunity arises to rescue Armond from a grim fate while changing her own, Rosalind knows she must seize it... A curse unleashed. Armond can no more ignore the Rutherford woman than his ancestor could resist the temptress who cursed the Wulf men with a terrifying transformation that occurs at the appearance of the full moon—and is set in motion by love. Now, to save her reputation and his freedom, Armond must marry Rosalind. But he vows that while they may share the pleasures of the marriage bed, she will never have his heart... A love everlasting. Yet as strange and mysterious events bring them closer in body and soul, Armond finds it increasingly difficult to keep his feelings for his new wife locked away. Especially when the reality of unquenchable desire—and certain danger—burn stronger than ever by the light of a full moon...

This is the first of the Wild Wulfs of London books. Rosalind just wants to be go back to the country and away from her horrid stepbrother. Armond doesn’t want to get married and has sworn that he would never do so along with the rest of his brothers. But everything changes as more females are found dead. But Armond is hiding something. This is one of the best historical paranormal romances that I have read. The characters are well written and you feel for them throughout the book. Armond is one who would rather make himself unhappy than to make others unhappy. Rosalind has to deal with her stepbrother but she is no delicate rose she does have a back bone. This is a very great book and I can’t read the next one in the series, The Untamed One.

Publisher: St. Martin’s

ISBN: 0312935730

Pages: 352

Series: Wild Wulfs of London

Volume: 1

The Mad, Bad Duke by Jennifer Ashley

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s, Nvengaria

Sub Genre: Paranormal Romance; Magic, Demons, Mages

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Meagan Tavistock can easily see how Alexander earned the nickname Mad, Bad Duke. His deep blue eyes promise sinful pleasure and his rich voice intimates that as soon as they are skin to skin, he’ll fulfill desires she isn’t even aware of. When a love spell misses its intended target, Meagan can no longer resist the temptation...until the magic wears off, leaving the pair in a most compromising position. Their only option is a marriage that thrusts Meagan into a new world of high danger, dark secrets, and a passion so intense she can’t help wondering: Is it the lingering power of the spell or true love at last?

This is the second book in the Nvengaria series. It is the Meagan and Alexander’s story. Meagan goes with a friend to pick up a love spell for her friend so she can have an affair. But the spell instead brings Meagan and Alexander together. But there is more magic in play. Not including the intrigue and danger. I think I liked this book even more than the first book. There is so much going on but it flows so well together. Meagan is a great character who is strong and knows what she wants. Alexander has a few control issues as well as a secret of his own. This is one of those books that I couldn’t put down. I can’t wait to read the next book, Highlander Ever After.

Publisher: Leisure Books

ISBN: 0843956070

Pages: 370

Series: Nvengaria

Volume: 2

Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake by Sarah MacLean

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: A lady does not smoke cheroot. She does not ride astride. She does not fence or attend duels. She does not fire a pistol, and she never gambles at a gentlemen's club. Lady Calpurnia Hartwell has always followed the rules, rules that have left her unmarried—and more than a little unsatisfied. And so she's vowed to break the rules and live the life of pleasure she's been missing. But to dance every dance, to steal a midnight kiss—to do those things, Callie will need a willing partner. Someone who knows everything about rule-breaking. Someone like Gabriel St. John, the Marquess of Ralston—charming and devastatingly handsome, his wicked reputation matched only by his sinful smile. If she's not careful, she'll break the most important rule of all—the one that says that pleasure-seekers should never fall hopelessly, desperately in love . . .

Callie has always done what society has dictated and the ton have written her off to being a spinster. Now she has decided to have an adventure. Ralston gets caught up in her adventures but doesn’t know what to make of her. While he is trying to find a good match for his sister the two grow closer. The two are well matched in every way. This is the first adult romance that Sarah MacLean has written. The characters are endearing as well as opinionated. The supporting characters are just was well written. Which gives an added layer of depth to the story. I truly loved reading this book and can’t wait to read the next one in the series, Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord.

Publisher: Avon

ISBN: 0061852058

Pages: 432

Series: Love By Numbers

Volume: 1

My Fair Lord by Julie Beard

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Sub Genre: Paranormal Romance; Ghosts

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Dear Reader, I own that I’ve fallen in love with my new husband! And I knew very well I shouldn’t. Though handsome and charming in a rakish way, Lucas Davin is a cutpurse from one of the worst criminal districts in London. I married him in a desperate attempt to keep my inheritance. No gentleman of Quality would have me, you see, because my estate is haunted by Lord Barrett Hamilton – a 300-year-old ghost. I never believed the ghost existed until I saw Lucas suddenly transform into the very likeness of a gentleman – even a Lord! Is it possible, Gentle Reader, that he has been possessed by the ghost of Lord Hamilton? If so, should I have the ghost exorcised? If I do, then Lucas will return to his old life of thievery, and I will never see him again. If I don’t, his very life may be in danger! Please respond quickly, for my heart aches with the sweetest and most unladylike passion. I will manage as best I can until I receive good tidings and advice from you! Mrs. Lucas Davin (nie Miss Caroline Wainwright).

So I picked up another Historical because the back was just so intriguing. Caroline is just trying to get married, but everyone who comes around gets scared off by the ghost. Lucas has been stealing for most his life. Now the two come together Caroline hoping to keep her home and Lucas gets set for life. I loved this story. Caroline is a strong character who is driven and knows what she wants. Lucas hates the wealth of Society and just wants to makes things better for himself and his boys. It just makes him a stronger character. This is one of those great stories that you will like a lot.

Publisher: Berkley

ISBN: 0425174816

Pages: 358

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Private Arrangements by Sherry Thomas

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Love has designs of its own…To all of London society, Lord and Lady Tremaine had the ideal arrangement: a marriage based on civility, courteousness, and freedom – by all accounts, a perfect marriage. The reason? For the last ten years, husband and wife have resided on separate continents. But once upon a time, things were quite different for the Tremaines…When Gigi Rowland first laid eyes on Camden Saybrook, the attraction was immediate and overwhelming. But what began in a spark of passion ended in betrayal the morning after their wedding – and now Gigi wants to be free to marry again. When Camden returns from America with an outrageous demand in exchange for her freedom, Gigi’s decision will have consequences she never imagined, as secrets are exposed, desire is rekindled – and one of London’s most admired couples must either fall in love all over again…or let each other go forever.

As I have stated in previous posts I don’t read a lot of Historical Romance. For some reason this story caught my eye. Which I’m glad it did. The two main characters are constantly at one another, but the way they fight makes you feel like it's only cause they can’t truly say what they want to. Camden is smart and endearing, with wit that makes you want to listen very closely to what he is saying as you will miss something otherwise. Gigi is vivacious with a stinging tong. Her wit is just as good as Camden’s. I really enjoyed this story. For all its tit for tat, these two where really made for one another. I loved reading this book.

Publisher: Bantam Books

ISBN: 0440244315

Pages: 384

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When Seducing a Duke by Kathryn Smith

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Enchant. Tempt. Entice. Beguile. Just a few things a woman must do when seducing a duke . . . Rose Danvers charms her way into the glittering masked ball with only one man on her mind. She would risk certain scandal for a kiss from Greyden Kane, Duke of Ryeton—though she lusts for much, much more . . . The ravishing woman in burgundy takes Grey's breath away. She reminds him of the sheltered beauty entrusted to his care, the only one who has ever touched his icy heart. But Rose would never allow herself to be so indiscreet, so ruled by passion . . . Believing their forbidden embrace a terrible mistake, Grey knows he must do the honorable thing and find Rose a husband. But Rose will not be pawned off for propriety's sake. She will not rest until her seduction is complete and she has the duke bedded, wedded, and deeply satisfied. All he has to do is say yes . . .

Grey was a rack, and only worked for his own selfish deeds before he was attacked. Now he does not want to have anything to do with society. Rose has wanted to be with the Duke for years. She has come up with a plan to seduce him that may just back fire. This story is imaginative and entertaining. The two main characters bring the book to life as they dance around their feelings. Grey is so interested in doing right by Rose and not having any love for himself. I don’t want to say any more as I will give away the story. I really like this book and look forward to reading the next book, When Marrying a Scoundrel.

Publisher: Avon

ISBN: 0061340294

Pages: 384

Series: Victorian Soap Opera

Volume: 1

How to Seduce a Duke by Kathryn Caskie

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s, Royal Sisters

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Who are the Royle sisters? All of London is whispering about the beautiful triplets. Could they really be the "secret" daughters of the highest prince in the land? As for the oldest... Why is the notorious Duke of Blackstone ruining Mary Royle's well-laid plans to marry his brother, the handsome Viscount Wetherly? Every time she turns a corner, he is there--tantalizing her, teasing her...and the more she tries to ignore him, the more insistent he becomes. Mary knows she must make an advantageous marriage, but Blackstone is the wrong man for her. Isn't he? Blackstone is not about to let his brother become bewitched by some wily blueblood pretender...even one as deliciously tempting as Mary Royle. But until she came along, no woman has ever resisted his smooth, well-practiced seductions. Could it be that he has actually fallen in love with this infuriating miss?

This is the first book in the Royal Sisters trilogy. Mary is the oldest of the triplets. And she wants to marry the Viscount Wetherly. Rogan believes that Mary is just after his brother’s money and decides that he must put an end to it. As the two play a game of wits they keep misunderstanding the other. I really love the game of wits in this story. There is also a bit of mystery in them trying to figure out the girls origins. The story is very imaginative and entertaining. I found it to be a book I couldn’t put down and can’t wait to read the next book in the trilogy, How to Engage an Earl.

Publisher: Avon

ISBN: 0061124567

Pages: 352

Series: Royal Sisters

Volume: 1

Enchanting the Lady by Kathryne Kennedy

Genre: Paranormal Romance; Shapeshifters, Magic, Relics of Merlin

Sub Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: In a world where magic ruled everything, Felicity Seymour couldn't perform even the simplest spell. If she didn't pass her testing, she'd lose her duchy--and any hope of marriage. But one man didn't seem to mind her lack of dowry: a darkly delicious baronet who had managed to scare away the rest of London's Society misses. Sir Terence Blackwell knew the enchanting woman before him wasn't entirely without magic. Not only could she completely disarm him with her gorgeous lavender eyes and frank candor, but his were-lion senses could smell a dark power on her--the same kind of relic-magic that had killed his brother. Was she using it herself, or was it being used against her? One needed a husband, and the other needed answers. But only together could they find the strongest magic of all: true love.

This is the first book in the Relics of Merlin series. Felicity has grown up being forgotten and can’t perform any magic. Sir Terence is a were and when he first sees Felicity knows something is going on with her. To get closer to her he starts to court her. As they get to know each other he learns that there is more to what he originally thought after a visit to her home. The story is a great mix of Paranormal and Historical Romance. The characters are well written with great interaction. I liked this story and can’t wait to read the second book in this series, Double Enchantment.

Publisher: Love Spell

ISBN: 1428510885

Pages: 304

Series: Relics of Merlin

Volume: 1

Green Eyes by Karen Robards

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: He would steal her greatest jewel…Anna Traverne will never forget that evening back in England when a bold intruder stole into her chambers -- a dark and daring jewel thief who came for treasures and inflamed her passions with a brazen caress. She thwarted the dashing rogue then. But now Julian Chase has followed her halfway around the world. Julian has come to take what he believes is rightfully his. And he has vowed to have his tender, sensuous revenge on the enchanting, silver-blond angel who robbed him of his birthright ... and purloined his heart in a single, unparalleled moment.

Anna is having to come to terms with her life when she comes across Julian Chase while he is trying to steal something. After all the commotion she leaves with the very thing that Julian needs. As she is running from her brother-in-law back to the place that she considers home, with Julian soon to follow. The story is interesting as it is fast paced and keeps moving. It’s one of those books that you can pick up for a quick read. I liked it but there were a few times that I didn’t understand why something  was going on. It didn’t add anything to the story. But if you’re looking for something historical it’s a good read.

Publisher: Avon

ISBN: 038075889X

Pages: 400

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Delicious by Sherry Thomas

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s

Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: Forbidden pleasures are always sweetest…Famous in Paris, infamous in London, Verity Durant is as well-known for her mouthwatering cuisine as for her scandalous love life. But that’s the least of the surprises awaiting her new employer when he arrives at the estate of Fairleigh Park following the unexpected death of his brother. To rising political star Stuart Somerset, Verity Durant is just a name and food is just food, until her first dish touches his lips. Only one other time had he felt such pure arousal–a dangerous night of passion with a stranger, who disappeared at dawn. Ten years is a long time to wait for the main course, but when Verity Durant arrives at his table, there’s only one thing that will satisfy Stuart’s appetite for more. But is his hunger for lust, revenge–or that rarest of delicacies, love? For Verity’s past has a secret that could devour them both even as they reach for the most delicious fruit of all.…

Verity loves cooking but doesn't want to marry as she knows that others fell that she is just a cook. Stuart has just inherited his from his brother. He also gets his cook whom he can’t help but want to know better. These two have a past together Verity knows while Stuart hasn't figured it out. I like how they dance around each other. It’s a well written book that will have you entertained. I really like this book. I will keep an eye out for Sherry Thomas’ next book.

Publisher: Bantam

ISBN: 0440244323

Pages: 432

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Penelope & Prince Charming by Jennifer Ashley

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s, Nvengaria

Sub Genre: Paranormal Romance; Magic, Demons, Mages

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Back Cover: The playboy prince. His blue eyes beguiled. His muscular form could have satisfied any fantasy. He had a delicious foreign accent—and to top it off, he was royalty! What woman would dare refuse the most sought-after lover in Europe? Miss Twice-a-Jilt Penelope Trask, that’s who. And, unfortunately for Damien, marrying Penelope was only way to inherit his kingdom. Good thing this enchantingly infuriating woman didn’t seem completely immune to his many charms. The passionate way she returned his kisses told Damien he wasn’t the only one head over heels. But wooing was difficult amid assassination attempts, wild magic, and desire so strong it threatened to overwhelm him every time they touched. Why had no one mentioned the road to happily-ever-after was so difficult?

This is the first book in the Nvengaria series. Penelope has had to jilt two men in the past after finding out what they really wanted out of marriage. Damien is trying to fulfill a prophecy and help to save his kingdom. What the two aren’t prepared for is falling in love. The story is a great weaving of both historical storytelling and an added paranormal magical twist. The world is well built. The characters you can’t help but to fall in love with. Even the when you think that you know where the story was going it changed. I really enjoyed this story and am looking forward to reading the next book in the series, The Mad, Bad Duke.

Publisher: Leisure Books

ISBN: 0843956062

Pages: 373

Series: Nvengaria

Volume: 1

My Wicked Marquess by Gaelen Foley

Genre: Historical Romance; 1800’s, Secret Societies

Sub Genre: Paranormal Romance; Ghosts, Curses

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

                  

Back Cover: To restore family honor the Marquess of Rotherstone faces his most dangerous mission—finding the perfect bride . . . To London's aristocracy, the Inferno Club is a scandalous society of men no proper young lady would acknowledge. But though they are publicly notorious for pursuing all manner of debauchery, in private they are warriors who would do anything to protect king and country. The Marquess of Rotherstone has decided it's time to restore the family's good name. But as a member of the Inferno Club, he knows there is only one way to redeem himself in Society's eyes: marry a lady of impeccable beauty and breeding, whose reputation is, above all, spotless. Someone quite unlike Daphne Starling. True, she's temptingly lovely, but a jilted suitor has nearly ruined her reputation. Still, Max cannot resist her allure—or the challenge of proving London's gossips wrong. He would do anything to win her hand . . . and show that even a wicked marquess can make a perfect husband.

In this first book to the Inferno Club series, we meet Max who’s reputation isn’t the cleanest. And being in the Inferno Club does not help matters as it is known of its debauchery. But infact he is the kind of person who is a planer. And I’m not just talking about his finances or his house hold. He plans everything and tries to get it down to the last detail. Daphne likes how her life is, even though a jilted suitor has sullied her reputation.  But this only makes Max intrigued as he is looking for a wife. There is so much going on in this story. Just when you think you might know where things are going things get changed. You get to learn about the true Inferno Club and some of its members. I found the story beautifully written and captivating, leaving me wanting to read more. I look forward to reading the next book in the series, My Dangerous Duke.

Publisher: Avon

ISBN: 0061733954

Pages: 384

Series: The Inferno Club

Volume: 1