Tamas Hradszky itibaren Burca , Romania

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2019-10-27 08:40

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I've been excited to read this book for over a year, since I read Dangerous Bet: Troy's Revenge. It was clear that Fancy and Maxwell had some exciting chemistry and wonderful tension building up between them in that book. Finally, I did read this book, and I wasn't disappointed. Marie Rochelle writes scintillating interactions between her couples very well. The dialogue really furthers the storytelling, showing the fiery chemistry between Fancy and Maxwell. This book is the quintessential battle between the sexes. Fancy and Maxwell play a game of chaser versus chasee. Their dynamic reminded me of a game of chess. Each player tries to make a move that will win them the game, but protect their queen (their hearts). Initially, Fancy was doing the pursuing, until Maxwell decided that he wanted to be caught, and he thought Fancy had moved on. Fancy has been in love with Maxwell for a while now. He came into the Tycoon Club (where she worked) with his friends Troy and Cole pretty regularly, and she tried to ask him out a couple of times, only to be rebuffed. She gave up on there being something more between them. However, she needs the position he's advertising for, as his assistant and cook. Fancy's determined to keep things professional between them, and to hide her feelings for Maxwell. However, Maxwell sees Fancy and considers all the possibilities. She's completely sexy, and he likes her--she's spunky and intelligent, and a great employee. He's not sure what he wants from her--he just wants her. But, his past makes him believe a wife and a family are not in the cards for him. At the same time, his attraction to Fancy makes it impossible not to pursue her and claim her as his own. For those who enjoy a jealous hero, it was kind of cute how Maxwell was jealous of his friend Cole's relationship with Fancy, who was very good friends with Cole. This was a light (but not in a bad way), fun, and sexy read. I loved the back and forth between Fancy and Maxwell. They were both strong people, and neither wants to let the other win, although their feelings betray themselves into each others' arms. Additionally, it was great to catch up with Headley and Troy from Dangerous Bet: Troy's Revenge, who are very happily married, with a baby on the way, and more than willing to do some matchmaking between Fancy and Maxwell. I do feel that the editing could be better. I hate to harp on that, because I've noticed that can be an issue with smaller presses. It didn't really hurt my enjoyment of this book, but I feel I should mention that there were issues here, for full disclosure. Editing problems aside, this was a great story. I enjoyed spending a Saturday watching Fancy and Maxwell's courtship unfold. For those readers who like the Diana Palmer-esque heroes and that kind of dynamic in a story (albeit with a pretty fiesty, independent heroine), you'd probably like Maxwell. He does have some of those traits. I truly enjoyed this book. Thus the five star rating! PS. I emailed Ms. Rochelle about Cole's story, and she kindly emailed me back almost immediately to tell me that his story came out in July. It's called Cole's Surrender, currently available through Red Rose Publishing. I'm looking forward to seeing Cole surrender to young, sweet Lauren. :)

2019-10-27 09:40

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This is the second book in the cousin’s War of the Roses trilogy. The story is told from the perspective of Margaret Beaufort, Countess of Richmond, mother of Henry VII and grandmother of Henry VIII. Margaret believes from early childhood that she is chosen by God to do great things, much in the same way that Joan of Arc believed. When she bears her only child, Henry Tudor, she becomes equally convinced that her God-granted destiny is to put her son on the throne. For those who do not share her views or conviction, which is just about everyone, Margaret has nothing but scorn. This period in England’s History that is marked with strife and civil unrest as the House of Lancaster and the House of York continuously plot, scheme and wage war against each other for the throne. It covers roughly the same time period as The White Queen, but it’s being told from the opposite point of view. What I enjoyed most is that there is very little overlap. I found it interesting to compare the few events that are covered in both books from the different women’s viewpoints. I did find that there were some odd historical errors, however. Phillipa Gregory pushes the 1469 Battle of Edgecote into 1470, making it the event that restores Henry VI to the throne, and she has Elizabeth Woodville give up the Duke of York prior to, rather than after, Hastings has been executed. Granted this is a work of fiction, so I suppose the author might have been following the theory that Hastings was executed on June 20 instead of June 13, but I have read that this theory has been discredited for some time. These errors really do not make a difference in the greater scheme of things, however, and did not distract at all from the sheer enjoyment I had gotten from reading this book. I definitely look forward to the next in the series, which I have heard will be about Elizabeth of York. I loved that there were parts in The Red Queen that I remembered from The White Queen. Which really left you feeling like a fly on the wall on both York and Lancaster houses. All in all, I found this a diverting and enjoyable read about a woman who's been relatively neglected in historical fiction.

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