New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries features an irresistible family in a series to savor, as the grown children of a thrice-married dowager duchess piece together the stories of their fathers–while pursuing passions of their own . . . Lady Gwyn Drake has long protected her family’s reputation by hiding an imprudent affair from her youth. But when her former suitor appears at Armitage Hall, manhandling the heiress and threatening to go public with her … Continue reading The Bachelor →
NB: Lightning Reviews is a little different this time as Aarya wrote a review for each of the three holiday historical romance novellas in Seduction on a Snowy Night by Mary Jo Putney, Madeline Hunter, and Sabrina Jeffries. We figured we’d group them all together in one post for easy reading. It’s only September, but holiday romances are already out for the season. First up is a historical romance anthology with stories by Madeline Hunter, … Continue reading Lightning Reviews: Seduction on a Snowy Night Anthology →
This winter, steal away with the reigning queens of Regency Romance… plus one or two dukes, one heiress, and one headstrong beauty—to a surprise snow storm, the comfort of a blazing fire, and the heat of a lover’s kisses… A PERFECT MATCH by Sabrina Jeffries Whisked away from a wintry ball by a commanding colonel, Cassandra Isles struggles with her feelings for Lord Heywood. For he is a man sworn to marry only for money—and … Continue reading A Perfect Match →
This winter, steal away with the reigning queens of Regency Romance… plus one or two dukes, one heiress, and one headstrong beauty—to a surprise snow storm, the comfort of a blazing fire, and the heat of a lover’s kisses… A CHRISTMAS ABDUCTION by Madeline Hunter Caroline Dunham has a bone to pick with notorious rake Baron Thornhill—and a creative plan to insure his undivided attention. Yet once in close quarters, she finds herself beholden to … Continue reading Seduction on a Snowy Night →
Welcome back to Covers & Cocktails! I’m so excited for this particular drink because it combines several of my favorite summer things: drinking, watermelon, and rosé. Though I don’t really limit my alcohol consumption to what’s “seasonal” (I’ll drink a porter in the middle of August), there’s something I enjoy about light wines, fizzy bubbles, and juicy fruits all mixed together in one drink. It’s great for warmer weather where you just want to sit … Continue reading Covers & Cocktails: The Duchess →
June is here! This month is absolutely packed with interesting books. Below are some titles on our TBR list, but here are a few more you may be anticipating: Mrs. Everything by Jennifer Weiner is out! Jennifer L. Armentrout begins a new series with Storm & Fury . Love k-dramas? You might want to check out Wicked Fox by Kat Cho . Ayesha at Last by Uzma Jalaluddin is coming out and it has the most gorgeous cover. The Friend … Continue reading June’s New Releases →
From New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries comes a sparkling new series about an oft-widowed mother’s grown children, who blaze through society in their quest for the truth about their fathers . . . and in the process find that love just might conquer all . . . A series of stepfathers and a difficult childhood have left Fletcher “Grey” Pryde, 5th Duke of Greycourt, with a guarded heart, enviable wealth, and the undeserved reputation of a … Continue reading Project Duchess →
Fans of the historical romances of Sabrina Jeffries, Loretta Chase, and Jo Beverley will enjoy this sexy, award-winning romance by New York Times bestselling author Candice Hern. Meet the Merry Widows – a group of respectable ladies with a secret pact that is anything but respectable! The five friends who act as patronesses of charity balls are assured of money and position. None are interested in marrying again. But they have no intention of forsaking … Continue reading In the Thrill of the Night →
Hey there! It’s links time! This is where we just post and talk about interesting things we’ve seen on the internet recently (or not so recently). I see this as a nice way to impose a break in the day, especially if the day isn’t going particularly well. … Love ambient noise? I do. I can’t work or read without something playing in the background, though it can’t be music. The National Parks Service has … Continue reading Links: Book Clubs, National Parks, & Jane Austen →
It’s our last Whatcha Reading of 2018! And don’t worry, we’ll be continuing with this monthly tradition in the new year. This post is seriously too much fun to pass up. If you’re new here, welcome! Whatcha Reading is where we talk about what we’ve read in the past month. The hits, misses, and all of the ehs in between. Carrie: I just finished Last Chance Wife by Janette Foreman . Review pending, but basically it’s … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? December 2018 Edition →
Join Amanda at Porter Square Books for a discussion of Sabrina Jeffries’ Never Seduce a Scoundrel! It is a wonderful thing when an independent bookstore not only creates a section for romance reads, but also hosts a book club to discuss them every month – thank you, Porter Square! Amanda is also, and she doesn’t know I’m writing this, freaking terrific and SO funny, so if you’re in the area, do not miss this book club!