SOMEONE LIKE YOU is a sweet delight! At five years old,
Aiden Gallagher and Laurel Stone have their picture taken
kissing on the Kissing Bridge in Darling, Vermont. So
adorable. They are the Town's Poster Children. The
portrait is displayed in Town Hall to promote Darling
tourism, along with Read more...
The picturesque town of Bellevue-Sur-Mer, nestled in the
corner of South France, known as the French Riviera, is the
new home for ex-pats. English speaking, they gather
together, become friends and talk about their hopes and
dreams. William and Benjamin, lifetime partners, own a
home, a few Read more...
1917, residing in New York City, Virginia Fortescue, 21,
has a dark, family secret concerning her father's past that
she is eager to escape. Her solution is to volunteer to
drive an ambulance for the American Red Cross. Arriving in
France, Virginia is assigned to drive a HUNKA TIN Read more...
Three freshman roommates at elite Carlisle College in Belle River, New Hampshire could not be more different. From New York City, Kate Eastman, is beautiful, rich, a trust fund darling who is wild, spoiled and used to getting whatever she wants. She loves alcohol, drugs and sex and lots Read more...
Waking up one Wednesday morning, Jane Smith feels like she
is about to suffer a breakdown. Something is missing from
her life. What is It? Days away from her 25th birthday,
she is Dr. Plain Jane Smith. Jane graduated recently and
readies herself to help her father in his dental Read more...
Summer of 1940, Ruby Sutton, is working as a staff writer
for the 4th most popular weekly newsmagazine in New York
City called THE AMERICAN. Summoned to the office of the
editor, her boss, Mike Mitchell, Ruby immediately thinks
she has "stepped on somebody's toes" in her scant six Read more...
Cecilia Harcourt lives with her father in a quiet village in
Derbyshire, England. Single and rather bored with her
lifestyle, she writes often to her beloved brother, Thomas,
who is serving in the military in the American Colonies.
Thomas writes often about his buddy and best friend, Edward
Rokesby, who Read more...
Evie Abbey lives in Hollywood and is enjoying success as an
agent for 5 star celebrities. She works at P&D for Brad
Kingman, who is head of Features. He is a difficult boss.
Condescending, sexist, holds grudges and not an easy person
to admire. It is Friday after a Read more...
Cecilia Harcourt lives with her father in a quiet village in
Derbyshire, England. Single and rather bored with her
lifestyle, she writes often to her beloved brother, Thomas,
who is serving in the military in the American Colonies.
Thomas writes often about his buddy and best friend, Edward
Rokesby, who Read more...
Zoe Walker is heading for home from work via the Underground
as she does every night. A straphanging lifestyle, Zoe is
annoyed when the train stops and does not continue on. She
picks up a copy of the Gazette and thumbs through it to the
shoddy advertisements. Suddenly she is Read more...
In London, 1811 England's enemies are on their doorstep and
the Home Office is busy trying to capture the spies and thieves
stealing and selling valuable State secrets.
Rosalie Stratton is a female spy, known only as Asteria.
Her spy guise is a sexy yellow, low-cut gown, a Read more...
Emma Jo Massey, 21, lives in a trailer with her granny,
Tandy Massey, and has a dream. In her small town of
Hickory, Texas, everyone knows everyone's business. For
three generations, it is common knowledge that the Massey
women had children out of wedlock. It is time for Emma Read more...
BEACH LAWYER begins with a prologe finding Robert Worth, 31
(and change), an attorney with the prestigious firm of
Fanelli & Pierce, in jail. His turbulent tale begins there
and then goes back eight months in time to tell his story.
Robert has been working hard at Fanelli & Pierce for five Read more...
In glittering Vienna in 1903, Adele Block, a Jewess from a
wealthy family, loves art and wants to study everything
about art. However, in that era, it is unacceptable for
women to study. Her role is to marry and raise a family.
When she meets Ferdinand Bauer, a very wealthy Read more...
In THE MARRIAGE LIE Iris and Will, married seven years, have
made the decision
to have a family. They are baby making in their
dream-come-true Victorian
house. Will presents his wife with a little
red box from Cartier. Inside is a gorgeous trinity ring,
three bands of tiny Read more...
Drinking stolen tequila, three best friends, Mel, Jo and
Zoe are celebrating their graduation from high school,
sprawled around inside the pathetic trailer that is home for
Zoe in STAYING FOR GOOD. They talk about the predictions for
them via their high
school yearbooks. Mel manages honors in her grades Read more...
The engagement party for Roger Lawson and Deborah Stanridge
at posh Lawsonville Country Club is an elegant rose-colored
extravaganza completely choreographed by his mother, Estelle
Lawson. It irked Roger, who asked for a small, intimate
fete. He explains, "I feel like I am being buried alive in
cotton candy Read more...
In 1926 England, Lady Julia Hazelton is a modern woman.
Julia has been in love twice and lost. Her beloved fiance,
6th Earl of Worthington, Anthony, was killed at Somme.
Before he left for the war, he and Julia made future plans
for Worthington Park, his cherished home. He made Read more...
THE PASSENGER has an unforgettable heroine who has so many
names and aliases, I had to keep notes. Tanya Dubois is
taking a shower when Frank, her husband of seven years,
falls down the stairs, killing himself. When Tonya finds
him, she tries to revive him but knows it is Read more...
BLACKOUT begins at the Peter Pan Motel in New Jersey when Doug
Brock, New Jersey State Police Officer is on to something.
He calls his partner and best friend, Nate Alvarez, telling
him, "I got him, Nate. This time I've got him. Get the FBI
and get Conyers." Gun Read more...
Patricia (Pat) Pascale
It's a New Year and look forward to lots
of good books. ALWAYS IS THE perfect
time to settle in and read! read!!
broken hearted and the house is too
quiet. Took GOOD BOY from a Petcation
and think this will be his Forever Home.
Don't have his name yet but he is sweet,
lovable and we will make each other
happy. A chow retriever with gorgeous
shadings of brown and beige and he is a
charmer!
Just returned from a special time in Maine. Watching the lobstermen leave and return each day was wonderful. Got to read a really, really good book. Sweet Filthy Boy by the team of Christina Lauren. Can't wait until the sequel comes out in the fall. Fun, funny and sexy. Need I say more?
We live on a lovely, large lake. It is quiet now but soon the boats will be out fishing, or just exploring the shores. We winter in FL but ALWAYS return to home with open hearts because it is truly welcoming, peaceful and warm. It is true "There is NO place like home."
I fell in love with Tony, the male hero, in The Opposite of Maybe and actually reread the book because of him. He is funny and warm and loving. Finished the book last week and I am still remembering him. Best hero in many, many, many reads.
Our home is Victorian and we have a lot of dusty rose, peach, pink and our bedroom is RED. No wallpaper. Lots of dolls, rocking horses, and lovely antiqued furniture. Love it Many friends call it The Doll House.
I live in a Victorian House and my reading spot is on my lovely chaise lounge, that has seen better days. I share some of my plots of my favorite books with my husband but often send the books I love best to my Diva friend in CA, as she is a full time hospital worker..then we discuss the reading via e-mail. Keep writing!
San Francisco...its' trolleys, Lombard St, the Waterfront where all the action is...love it. Just got a gift of Lemoncello from friends returning from Italia. I will open it to celebrate your new book...sounds like a good one.
Yes, I remember the aluminum scrap drives and also meeting trains at White Plains RR Station and selling war bonds in my Girl Scout uniform. Proud of every minute and we won the wars too. Those were the GOOD OLE DAYS. Book sounds like you did some excellent research.
Neat site. Ho!Ho!Ho! Off to buy gift cards for books for my family and friends. Easy for me and fun for them to select a good read for a cold winter's night. Happy Holidays.
We were renting a house in Maine on the ocean and I wanted to do some shelling. I had bought a pretty pair of rubber boots, floral and very stylish and not inexpensive! The first day there, I was ready for action and headed down the rocks. POW. I slipped and fell and barely made it up to the house. For the rest of the stay, these boots greeted you at the front door and now they are in a box on a high shelf. So much for my athletic side. Love your books. Happy Holidays.
Ah, will it be true love for Sophia and Robin? It is precisely the kind of book I love and just in time for the holidays too. Happy Holidays and keep writing.
When I was in high school, it was the the "thing" to do..make argyle socks for your boy friend. My friend taught me (kind of) and I worked so hard and finished a lovely pair and gifted my beau. A week later he brought them to me with a large hole in them. I did not twist the colors correctly and they finally just fell apart. Years later, I took knitting lessons and knit hats for newborns at the local hospital. It's fun just like reading is. Keep writing!
Many years ago I was shopping in Westport,CT when I passed a handsome man dressed in tennis whites. He had blue eyes that were lovely, and a friendly smile. It was Paul Newman and it " made my day." Your book sounds great!
I would be laying the fire at 5 a.m. and the Master would come in and notice me. Then he would fall in love with me and I would be the Mistress of the Manor and live there happily ever after. I love Victorian novels and love your writing.
I particularly enjoyed your story about you and your wife both ordering the books. Talk about a sweet relationship. I, too, have that special relationship with my mate and it is wonderful. Hoping I will get to put your book in my growing collection of gems. Keep writing!
Rhys, love your column and I am hereby offering to be "your lady in waiting" on your next trip. I can carry your hat! I would pack a white long skirt and some colorful tops..stay cool and be cool. Keep writing!
Sarah, I really enjoy a book with a plot that brings out humor. It is a special additive that I, personally, enjoy and look forward to. It is so important to laugh and enjoy! Keep writing!
Annie, I have loved Anne of Green Gables since I was a child. I have the doll and a copy of the book in my great room and it makes me happy to see it. I miss characters, too, after reading about them. I love the high of a great plot and find myself eager for triologys so I can remain in contact with characters that are warm and loving. Italian Villa sounds like a good read.
What a great idea. I, too, read 4-5 books a week and never write them all down. A couple of times I signed out one at the library only to discover I had read it. The library does not keep count. Thanks for the idea. Now on to new Pink Carnation Adventures.
Death al Dente sounds like a great read. I never heard of Huckleberry Chocolate..sounds mmm-mmmm good. Moved when the house we lived in was to be sold by my grandparents when they moved to FL. I never looked back.
I just watched Tom Cruise in The Ghost Protocol and he did a lot of those wild stunts. I was glued watching it and would put it up there with "some of the greatest stunts." Look forward to your read.
I believe this adventure is meant to be for you and your husband sounds wonderful to share it with you. Nice plots coming from there and if and when you decide it's time to move on, just do that. Together you can do anything. Keep writing,Eliza, and enjoy!
My husband recently retired and took over cooking and WOW! he is good. He really cooks from scratch, creates his own recipes and best of all he makes homemade pasta that is light as air. Look forward to RASPBERRIES AND VINEGAR. You got me at the title.
A "jock" and I saw all his trophys but never knew he used to get up early in the morning on special occasions to make homemade ravioli with his dad. My mouth still waters when I remember the first time I saw that platter heaped with homemade pasta. He still does it and has never given me his recipe.
Jade, you are so funny. I like Novellas or regular book length books. I just love to read a good plot with great characters. That's how I have been spending this glorious 4th of July and it has been wonderful. Keep writing and keep making us smile! Patricia Pascale
Hi Amanda, I took a Saturday position in the Children's Room at the library nearest our home because I wanted to tell the stories to children. My boss was an ogre but I kept at it until I graduated because I loved the children and the books. Now I tell stories to my 9 year old grandson. He loves reading and books as much as I do. Keep writing! Patricia Pascale
I met my "forever friend" in church. Then she moved way across country to CA and we became e-mail buddies. She is always there for me and visa versa. Miss her smiling, beautiful face but she is ALWAYS there for me.y Truly blessed. Pat Pascale
We moved to VA from CT 13 years ago and brought several bulbs that my mom gave us. Two were of a lovely peach color Iris that barely reproduced for the first few years here. My husband and I continued moving it and last year we could have won first prize with the huge, gorgeous Iris.
I met best my best friend in church many, many years ago. She has since moved to the other coast but we are together via e-mail often. It is so pleasing that our e-mails have passed in space showing we are thinking of each other at the same moment. We are truly blessed. Patricia Pascale
Is there any other kind of genre out there more enticing? You do it all and the other ingrediant I look for is a hero with a great sense of homor. Would love to read your book. Pat Pascale
Growing up with two children, one girl, one boy, we would select a christmas tree ornament that depicted a "happening" to each of them. An example, a chef holding a big cookie for our son who had to take home economics and learned how to bake cookies. A pair of figure skates when our daughter wanted to be Dorothy Hammil. They do the same with their children now and still treasure the warm memories brought when they hang their old memory ornaments. Happy Holidays,e Kat. Patricia Pascal
I love everything Victorian. My husband and I attended a week Elderhostel and the theme was "all things Victorian". It was the best program we have attended and we especially loved the evening on Victorian Dancing...Oh, the gowns were beautiful beyond belief. Would love to win your book. Happy Holidays. Patricia Pascale
What woman would not be charmed by a handsome cow poke in tight jeans riding into town on a white charger? It wouuld be me....dream, dream, dream. Sounds like a great and sexy read. Pat Pascale
It was our tradition to give our children an orniment for the Christmas tree that recalled something special that happened that year. A chef ornament, when our son had to take home economics; a ballet dancer when our daughter took ballet lessons. Now, married, they do the same with their children.
Each of our children received a Christmas ornament that recalled a special memory of the past year. Now our children have started that tradition with their children. Fun to see and happy they enjoy a simple joy. Patricia Pascale
As a golf widow, I would love GOT GAME. Even though I tried to play the game, which my husband loves, I prefer to read about it. I follow the Tour and know most of the USA Players as well as the Europeans. Willl be immersed in the Ryder Cup this week end. Go USA.
An avid book there is nothing more SPECIAL to me than to hold a book, especially a brand new one, in my hands. They are making the covers, and now, the inside front pages so lovely that I have several scattered around our bedroom in a book holder. Many of my friends have done the same. Had a Kindle but I like to read a book, the old fashioned way, in my hand. Patricia Pascale
An avid reader and an old fashioned gal that loves to hold a book in my hands. They are so pretty now i.e. ROSES that I have put it on display in a book holder and it is in our bedroom. Many friends have copied my idea with their pretty books. Had a Kindle as a gift but prefer reading the old fashioned way...in my hands. Pat Pascale
As an avid reader especially Victorian romances, I found your information about divorces or lack of quite interesting. Something I never thought about but glad to have the inside information. Thanks for sharing your research. Look forward to 3 Diamonds and keep writing!
Have much in common with you. From CT but have kins in Paris, TN and "Bailee" was my beloved Maltese that passed after 14 years of love and devotion. And I am married to an Italian that loves to cook. Perfect combo. Keep writing, Pat Pascale
We did three cruises in three years and enjoyed them all. BUT, had no will power when it came to the bountiful buffets and the lovely teas. I put 5 pounds on each time and still working to get it off. Alaska was the best surprise as I felt I was going to please my husband but it is beautiful beyond compare. The most exciting thing for me was an invitation to sit at the Captain's Table Still have the photos to prove it!
Your writing has always brought my silver linings and you are my favorite author. Spent weekend falling in love with Mick and Jason via SLEEPWALKER, followed by Mark and Jess in JUSTICE. You never let me down and I always rethink your books days after I finished the last page and my heart feela happy. Keep listening to your heart. I will always be there to listen and applaud. I know you listen to your heart.
I love a happy ending and feel happy for days after when I get one. It is exactly like the perfect dessert after a really good dinner. Patricia Pascale
I hailed from Woodbury, CT and enjoy small town tales. Never liked exercise, but did try CURVES in CT and later here in VA. UGH, boring. Knowing I had to do something to remain a size 10, I walk with my husband and our Golden Retreiver. Good luck on your latest and keep writing. Patricia Pascale
Reading is my passion. In high school I worked in a large library after school in the Children's Room because I got to tell stories to them on Saturday mornings. Now I am a Snow Bird in FL and the first thing I do when I get unpacked in go and join the library there. It is the best money I spend! Keep writing! Pat Pascale
I was so lucky to live upstairs from my grandmother who came from Lithuania. I was like her shadow and watched her cook, pink cheeked and always smiling. But my best memories of when she showed me how to make New pickles, which only remain in the chock for 24 hours. She said, "Patsy don't touch them until then." I would creep down into the cellar and lift the plate that covered them and try one! I make them now but miss the fun of being with grandma! Plan to share this experience soon with my 9 year old grandson who, like me, loves pickles. Pat Pascale
The Ottomon Sepulcher. My husband and I are political "junkies" and watch all news "that's fit to print" concerning politics and the important upcoming election. I know we will enjoy your book. Keep writing! Pat Pascale
I, too, love Romantic genres. I, too, followed in my mother's foot steps in reading choices and now my daughter enjoys them too. That's three generations and we are all going strong. Keep writing! Patricia Pascale
My husband and I were hooked on "LOST" and love your idea of a Reality Show as background for a mystery. Hope I can solve it before the last page. Keep writing! Patricia R. Smith Mt Lake, VA
Her step sister is JORDAN. I have heard so many great things about this book. Hope I get to win a copy. Keep writing and always include a dog. Patricia R. Smith Mt Lake, VA
Brought some sunny days up from Fl for you to enjoy and your Twist will appear as it always does and you'll be up up and away with a new plot that I will be waiting to enjoy.
Your characters are always wonderful and I fall for the leading man always...AND your covers jump off the shelf. Keep writing. And I hope I get to win one of your books. Patricia R. Cape San Blas, FL
Happy and Healthy 2011 DiAnn. Spending the winter months on FL and nothing I enjoy more than to relax out on the prch and read a historical romance....my favorite genre. Keep writing and best always. Pat Pascale
Just returned from a Week at Cape May, NJ, my second. It is a very lovely location with lots of history. Perfect location for research on your new book. Happy Holidays. Pat, Smith Mt Lake, VA [email protected]
Some of my favorite reading have been trilogies. I especially loved Penny Vincenzi and look forward to yours. Happy Happy Holiday. Patricia R. Smith Mt Lake, VA
So many warm memories of my grandmother..this weekend I made potato salad (her recipe) and served it in her green salad bowl that she always used to use. Memories, sweet memories...