SUCH a great set-up!!! Plain, spinster heroine confronted by the hero, who abandoned her after she confessed her love. She thinks he didn't care for her, but his real reason for disappearing is wait, actually, that is never adequately explained.... Waaay too short a format to resolve this in a satisfying way, the characters' changes felt abrupt and then, the end. A lot of potential that was cut short by the very brief format of the story. (3.5 stars)

On re-read, again , AMAZING set-up, but the entire story is resolved in literally three paragraphs. I so wish this was a full length novel! I’m skipping on future re-reads because the resolution is so abrupt ( )

What a delightful short story. I have loved the Dukes of War series and this short story fits right in with the theme and tone of the rest. Everything worth having is depending on a turn of the cards. Who will win the bet. Two long lost lovers come together - will they be able to start again? Take the time to see how it ends. ( )

All I Want by Erica Ridley

Owen and Matilda were childhood friends. When they meet up again years later, the attraction begins to return. He has a bit of a gambler (literally), she is cautious. Will the two end end up together , or go their separate ways.

A fast paced Historical Romance. The characters are likable, the plot is interesting and held my attention. Overall I found All I Want enjoyable and feel those who like (Historical) Romance will as well. ( )

All I Want, by Erica Ridley, was published in August of 2016. Part of The Dukes Of War series, it's either book 8 or 9, I saw it both ways. At only 47 pages it's more of a teaser than a novella. A small gift from the author for her loyal readers. Lady Matilda Kingsley & Major Owen Turner were childhood friends who fell in love. Owen was turned away when he asked for Matilda's hand, got into a fight with her cousin & took off. 4 years later he's back & they discover each still longs for the other. Ms Ridley gives us 3 chapters with 1 game of 21, high stakes, & a bet on lasting love.

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SUCH a great set-up!!! Plain, spinster heroine confronted by the hero, who abandoned her after she confessed her love. She thinks he didn't care for her, but his real reason for disappearing is wait, actually, that is never adequately explained.... Waaay too short a format to resolve this in a satisfying way, the characters' changes felt abrupt and then, the end. A lot of potential that was cut short by the very brief format of the story. (3.5 stars) ( )