As the characters appear briefly in each novella, and
events happen chronologically, the book should be read in
order.
In A Knight Before Christmas, by Grace Burrowes,
Mrs.
Penelope Carrington needs money, and unless she weds by
the end of the year, she will lose her late husband's
inheritance. Leviticus Sparrow, Mrs. Carrington's friend
and solicitor, is secretly pining for her. Penelope has
set her sights on Levi; he's the only one she will
consider for a second husband. Ms. Burrowes' story is
ingenious, sensuous, and elegant, and her vocabulary is
positively dazzling! It's spectacularly well-written, the
characters are engaging, and it's very witty; it left me
giggling several times. A delicious story of seduction!
Ryals Fletcher, Duke of Oxthorpe is very handsome but
serious, guarded; everybody fears him and nobody really
likes him. On the other hand, everybody loves the
gregarious and charming, but rather plain Miss Edith
Clay. Edith surmises that the Duke has been courting her
cousin Louisa, but is so lacking in any social graces
that he has no inkling as how to declare his love to
Edith. In The Duke's Arms is simply wonderful! The
characters are very complex and the interaction between
Ryals and Edith is utterly compelling; it's a joy to
watch Edith try to tame the gruff Duke. The story is
unhurried, and it's quite the feat that Ms. Jewel can
turn developing passion into something quite suspenseful.
The author possesses a perfect knowledge of the period's
language and idioms and writes in a fluid, flowing style
that perfectly suits her characters.
In Miranda Neville's Licensed to Wed, Wyatt
Herbert,
Viscount Carbury, and Robina Weston were childhood
sweethearts. She has no money, and Wyatt decides he
should marry her so she'll want for nothing. It's on his
never-ending list of things to do. Robina has refused him
repeatedly on the grounds that she will marry for love or
not at all; she's used to her freedom and he's too
domineering to her taste. Ms. Neville's contribution is
joyful, playful, as expected splendidly written, and
quite funny at times. I loved that Robina is a strong and
independent woman within the rules imposed by society;
she's a wonderful character as is the dour Wyatt.
Throughout CHRISTMAS IN THE DUKE'S ARM, the New Sherriff
of Nottingham wreaked havoc, leading to the dramatic
conclusion, courtesy of Shana Galen and characters from
her fabulous Lord and Lady Spy series. Weapons
expert
Eliza Qwillen, better known as Q, and lowly clerk Pierce
Moneypence have both been sent to Nottinghamshire to
catch the Sherriff, unbeknownst to either that the other
one would be there. While they once shared an amorous
interlude, they must forgo romance: they have a job to
do. And Ms. Galen certainly does not disappoint! Those
already familiar with this brilliant series will rejoice
at getting a final glimpse at some beloved characters.
The Spy Beneath the Mistletoe is fast paced,
exciting,
dynamic; the characters are delightful, and it's also
very passionate. A more than fitting conclusion to a
fabulous book!
The Duke’s Arms is an undistinguished little inn in the tiny
village of Hopewell-on-Lyft. But one Christmas season sees
both inn and village seething with adventure, intrigue,
rabbits, and, above all, love as four couples find Yuletide
happiness.
A Knight Before Christmas, by Grace Burrowes With her year
of mourning at an end, Penelope Carrington must remarry in
haste, or her portion of her late husband's estate won't be
enough to dower her younger sisters. Shy, handsome man of
business Sir Leviticus Sparrow longs to give Penelope a
marriage proposal for Christmas—and his heart—but Sir Levi
must first foil the other bachelors scheming to meet
Penelope under the mistletoe in his place.
In The Duke’s Arms by Carolyn Jewel What's a Duke to do when
he's made an awful impression on the love of his life? The
Duke of Oxthorpe lost his intensely guarded heart to Miss
Edith Clay when Edith’s rich cousin sought to attach the
duke’s marital interest. So smitten is Oxthorpe with the
former poor relation that he’s gone through intermediaries
to sell Edith a property adjoining the ducal seat. Edith
doesn’t much care for the haughty duke, but as Christmas
approaches, Oxthorpe reveals himself to be reserved rather
than arrogant, considerate, and—blame the mistletoe!—an
accomplished kisser. Will Edith hold Oxthorpe’s earlier
behavior against him, or will she learn that the best
holiday gifts can be the most unexpected?
Licensed to Wed by
Miranda Neville If Lord Carbury could learn to take no for
an answer, his marriage proposal might earn him a yes!
Wyatt, Viscount Carbury is much too busy to court a bride,
but when his childhood neighbor, Robina Weston, is left
orphaned and penniless, Wyatt dutifully adds marrying Robina
to his list of responsibilities. Wyatt is dismayed to learn
that for Robina, poverty and pride are preferable to sharing
life with an arrogant, infuriating man who always thinks he
knows best. When Wyatt and Robina must endure Christmas in
the country together, antipathy turns to interest, and then
to unexpected attraction. Will they fight their feelings, or
yield to the surprising gifts the holidays offer? The Spy
Beneath the Mistletoe by Shana Galen Fledgling spy Pierce
Moneypence seeks a highwayman and the key to Eliza's heart.
When weapons designer Eliza Qwillen (Q) and clerk to the
mysterious M, Pierce Moneypence, arrive in the English
countryside, they’re unprepared for the dangers that await.
The operatives are intent upon capturing the highwayman
styling himself as the New Sherriff of Nottingham. Secret
rendezvous, mistaken identities, and cat-and-mouse games
challenge these fledgling agents, but rediscovering their
passion for each other is the most rewarding mission of all
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