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Lädt ... To Seduce a Bride (2008)von Nicole Jordan
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Melde dich bei LibraryThing an um herauszufinden, ob du dieses Buch mögen würdest. Keine aktuelle Diskussion zu diesem Buch. The youngest of the beautiful Loring sisters, Lily is determined never to marry. After her parent's hostile marriage, the spitfire cannot bear to risk her independence by submitting to a husband - even if that husband comes in as attractive a package as Heath Griffin, Marquess of Claybourne. To evade her would-be suitor, Lily hides in the last place anyone would think to look for her: with her friend Fanny Irwin, instructing members of the demimonde in etiquette and deportment. I'm somewhat ambivalent about this read. There were parts of this that I absolutely loved, including most of Heath's courtship. In trying to win her, he was thoughtful, generous and strong, and I adored him in those moments. But I found myself much less drawn to him when things turned steamy. The phrase most often on his lips was "Don't bother to deny it". I find that kind of presumption incredibly vexing, and I was surprised that Lily didn't throw something at him. I was also a bit disappointed that we didn't see more of Lily's adventurous side. I loved her work with the prostitutes and how it influenced her view of things, but I could have done with rather more races through the park, fencing lessons and similar hoydenish moments. That said, I did think her reluctance to wed was well-thought-through, though I'm not as sure of her sudden revelatory turn-around. More at my blog keine Rezensionen | Rezension hinzufügen
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Spirited beauty Lilian Loring believes that love is too risky a venture and that marriage is best avoided entirely--even if her unwanted suitor comes as deliciously packaged as Heath Griffin, the Marquess of Claybourne. The charismatic rogue has never met a woman who can discourage his advances, and after a show of resolve Lily too melts under Heath's sensuous kisses. Perhaps that is why she decides to hide out in the last place a gentleman would look for a lady: a house of scandalous repute. In bold pursuit, Heath discovers his enchanting spitfire cheerfully instructing the demimonde in the art of deportment. Now the thrill of the chase is exceeded only by his powerful need to possess Lily as his bride. For Heath, victory in their game of passion means nothing less than winning Lily's elusive heart. Keine Bibliotheksbeschreibungen gefunden. |
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Heath Griffin, Marquess of Claybourne, is enchanted with Lily from the moment that he kisses her in a barn on the Danvers Estate. I loved the way that Heath understood Lily from the very beginning. He was tender and caring. He never backed down from any of the things that Lily asked of him. He proves is compassion and loyalty over and over. He also never tries to change who Lily is at any point. I loved his dedication and stubbornness. He never gives up. In fact Heath provides some of the more lighthearted moments in the story.
I was also glad that Fanny found someone to love her as well. She has been so helpful to all the girls that I hoped she would find someone to care of her. The person that wins her heart was unexpected and delightful.
This is a well written story and there are some wonderful moments throughout the story. This could have been a great story if only Lily hadn't been so obstinate. We get to see glimpses of the other two couples in this story which is always great. I am looking forward to the next story in this series. ( )