Daisy Belle: Swimming Champion of the World
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Summer 1867: four-year-old Daisy Belle is about to make her debut at the Lambeth Baths in London....
Historical Fiction
The Bite of Winter (Love Bites #1)
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She is theirs to claim. They are hers to save. Zoey Blake is about as far down on her luck as she...
Menage Paranormal Romance Novella
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2425 KP) rated Peril in Paris in Books
Nov 9, 2022
The further along this series gets, the finer the line is between the seriousness of Europe during the era and the fun tone of the series. This book walks that tension perfectly. It also starts more quickly than some of the books in the series do. Some foundation for the plot is laid before it truly takes off, and once it did, I was fully invested until we reached the logical climax. Several of the series regulars are involved, and I enjoyed getting to spend more time with them. We even see a different side of a supporting player. Fans of the series will enjoy this latest outing. If you haven’t met Georgie yet, I definitely recommend you fix that soon.
The Proof of the Pudding
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Lady Georgiana Rannoch is looking forward to her first ever turn as hostess for her very own house...
Laura Doe (1350 KP) rated The Viscount Who Loved Me (Bridgertons, #2) in Books
Jan 3, 2022
Although it was easy to guess what was going to happen, it did not stop me from frantically reading on and wanting to know what was going to happen next between Anthony and Miss Sheffield. And when things finally slotted into place as much as it was expected it did still make me smile.
This book touches on some slightly more serious issues - the death of a parent and the fears that come with that. But it does deal with them in such a good way, that although it is a focus on a lot of the book, it doesn’t impose on the love story and only adds to your love and admiration of the characters.
I have found Julia Quinn’s writing so easy to read and I can’t help but want more once I have finished a book, and I am glad that there are more to this series. Although the ending wasn’t a surprise, at some points I definitely didn’t see it coming and thought that I must be wrong. Beautifully written, and I’m still guessing at the identity of Lady Whistledown two books in!
Diva
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In the glittering and ruthlessly competitive world of opera, Maria Callas is known simply as la...
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The Goblin King's Mischief
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A promise unkept. A love she can’t forget. This wily human will do anything to reclaim the heart...
Fantasy Romance
The Fugitive's Sword (Lord's Learning #1)
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Autumn 1624 Europe is deeply embroiled in what will become the Thirty Years' War. A young Philip...
Historical Adventure Series
Merissa (13326 KP) rated Mr Collins in Love in Books
Aug 1, 2025
I'm happy to say I was wrong! Lee Welch has written his character in a way that makes you sympathise with him. He is basically cast adrift in a world he doesn't fully understand. The insinuation that he is on the spectrum comes across loud and clear, and trust me, it does make sense!
Charlotte (Miss Lucas) and his childhood friend, Jem, are both there to help him find his way and give him the life he needs. It's not exactly a romance, so don't expect too much. Instead, it shows a deep and tender love that Mr Collins is not even aware of, even though he fears its loss.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story and look forward to reading more from this author.
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Merissa
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Aug 1, 2025