Waltzing with the Wallflower

Waltzing with the Wallflower

by Rachel Van Dyken, Leah Sanders

Title: Waltzing With The Wallflower
Author: Rachel Van Dyken and Leah Sanders
Genre: Regency Romance
Heat Level: Sweet
Length: 92 Pages
ISBN: 978-1-62135-022-4

But Link: http://www.astraeapress.com/#ecwid:category=662245&mode=product&product=10712818

Blurb: The Season has only just begun, but already Ambrose Benson Earl of Hawthorne is bored. That is, until his brother offers him a challenge. Something worthy of his particular talents.
The object: The girl hiding behind the potted plants: the one in the horrible dress.
The Goal: Turn her into the envy of the ton. A lady suitable for a duke.
But there is just something about the lady. In spite of all her social misgivings, something inexplicably draws him in, making him want to waltz with the wallflower.

 

It was a sweet romance. I love reading about wallflowers. One of the reasons I enjoyed it might be because I am 21 and also a wallflower and I could relate with the characters' feelings. It made me think that I want to find a Ambrose or his twin. I love that they took time to talk to the girls who were on the side lines. I finished this book in a few hours, I give it 4* stars.

The Ugly Duckling Debutante (House of Renwick #1)

The Ugly Duckling Debutante (House of Renwick #1)

byRachel Van Dyken

 

Since childhood Sara has lived with the reality of being ugly. Something her awful family never ceased to remind her. After her sisters run off to Gretna Green, she's left with one choice--go to London and take their place for a Season. It's up to her to marry well and save her family from financial ruin.

A distant aunt decides it's in her best interest to sponsor Sara for the season and help her snag a husband by any means possible.

Nicholas Devons, Earl of Renwick, is a retired rake and consequently bored with life. He's given up beautiful women and carnal pleasures. Desperation makes him decide to give his massive fortune away and marry the first country girl he sees.

Lucky for Sara she's that girl. Unlucky for Nicholas, he's to be her new tutor in the ways of the ton. Two waltzes, one masquerade, a violent carriage ride, and two duckless ponds later.... and all that's left is a fun twist on one of the oldest stories ever told.

 

 

 

When I saw the authors name I knew I had to read it. There was more drama in this story and conflict with the two main characters. Over all I enjoyed reading it. I saw that there is two more books in this series. The book cover was what caught my attention first. I give this 3.1/2 *stars

A Bright Particular Star

A Bright Particular Star

byElizabeth Hanbury

 

 

What happens when a rebel meets a runaway?

He's not looking for love...

Confirmed bachelor Theo Cavanagh is dashing and free-spirited. Not for him a career in the clergy, the military or politics - he's more interested in wine and horses. But when Theo happens upon a pretty but thoroughly exasperating young fugitive, he soon finds himself caught up in her adventures, and in a passion that can't be denied.

She has to search her heart...

Unconventional Sophie Devereux is more comfortable climbing trees than the social ladder. An audacious escape from scheming relatives is only the start of Sophie's mission to achieve a long-held dream, but Sophie carries a secret that inspires hatred, envy and greed. She can't outrun the danger that stalks her, or her powerful response to Theo which leaves Sophie shaken to the core and questioning her deepest, most enduring desire

 

 

 

What to say about this book... I loved it. It was a fast read and I was hooked from the start. I also enjoyed reading about all the other characters. I have never read a book from this author but I hope I come across more of her books. I give it 3.1/2*stars
 

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Swim The River by Stephy Smith

 

 

Swim The River

Author: Stephy Smith

Genre: Historical Romance

Length: 108 pages

ISBN: 978-1-62135-013-2

Release Date: 3-8-2012

Buy Link: Not Yet Available

Blurb: Since Amelia 'Falcon Woman' Tucker was a small child, she heard the stories of how her mother was Rescued from the River by her father. Rising Wolf held her heart captive for years before he asked for her hand in marriage. Although the river had always called to her, she never knew how much she loved the stalwart Indian until she had to Swim the River to save him.

I liked this book. I was caught up in wanting to know what would happen next with these characters. One of the reasons I liked this book is because I am part native american and it was interesting to see a glimpse of how life was like back then. I have never read a book in the native americans' point of view, the ones I saw did not look interesting. I do wish this book was a little longer it was a very quick read. I give it* 3 1/2 stars*.

 

 

Compromising Kessen by Rachel Van Dyken

Title: Compromising Kessen

Author: Rachel Van Dyken

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Length: 253 pages

Release Date: February 2012

Buy Link: http://www.astraeapress.com/#ecwid:category=662245&mode=product&product=9449890

ISBN: 978-1-936852-98-7
 
 
The last thing career-driven Kessen Newberry wants is to leave her home in Colorado to spend a Season in London, far away from her job, her friends and the memories of her mother. However, her father, the Earl of Newberry, threatens to disinherit her unless she gets in touch with her British roots. She complies, but has no intention of enjoying the experience.

That is until she meets Christian Vandenbrook, the arrogant and irritatingly handsome future Duke of Albany and her father's business partner. Unfortunately, Christian hates Americans. And coffee. And apparently, Kessen.
A hatred this passionate can only lead to one thing… marriage.

Caught in the middle of a Regency-inspired nightmare, Kessen and Christian are forced to marry in only one week's time. Resigned to their fate, the two resolve to give the relationship a chance—which would be much easier if everyone would stop interrupting them every time they found a moment alone.
 
 
There was a time in the book that I was a little frustrated with the characters. Also I would forget that the character are suppose to be older then me, I am 20 and they seemed like teenagers. This was a cute book and is also clean even though the title seemed a little misleading. I will say i is a pg-13 rating.  Different from other contemporary books with a mix of historical fiction. I loved the cover. I give it *3 1/2 *stars.