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Title: Madeline's Protector

Author: Vanessa Riley

Narrator: Madison Brightwell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-04-13

Publisher: Pelican Ventures Book Group (White Rose Publishing)

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

If all the young men of England leapt off a cliff, Madeline St. James wouldn't care. Then she'd have peace. Her nightmares of courtship would end, and she'd cozy up with a Psalm in her aunt's quiet sculpture garden. Yet, a chance meeting and a bullet wound change everything, and Madeline must trust the Good Shepherd has led her to the altar to marry a dashing stranger, Lord Devonshire.

Death and pain are no strangers to Justain Delveaux, Lord Devonshire, and he vows his dutiful bride will be kept safe and in her place. Though this compromised marriage is in-name-only, his wife and her unwavering faith both intrigue and allure him. Perchance when he thwarts his brother's killer, Justain will tempt the unpredictable Madeline with the comfort of his arms. But can Madeline and the stubborn earl forge a true bond before the next disaster strikes?

Members Reviews:

Good story slow narrator

This story was ok. The narrator would pause between every sentence. I thought she fell asleep between chapter - slight exaggeration there! I finished it but it was a slow story anyway and then to have the narrator slow too. I would choose another audible book or buy this in paperback.

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Title: A Dark and Brooding Gentleman

Subtitle: Gentlemen of Disrepute, Book 2

Author: Margaret McPhee

Narrator: Cathleen McCarron

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-14-13

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

In A Dark and Brooding Gentleman, acclaimed Regency-era author Margaret McPhee tells the story of reformed rake Sebastian Hunter and the far-too-pretty Phoebe Allardyce, his estranged mothers paid companion. Sparks fly until he catches Phoebe trying to steal a priceless heirloom from the manor. What Sebastian doesnt know is that her fathers been kidnapped and Phoebe has stolen the heirloom for a ransom - and might just steal his heart as well.

Members Reviews:

Delightful!

I really enjoyed this story. The Hero is indeed dark & brooding but has a kind & loving heart, the heroine is loyal, passionate & courageous. I loved how their passion for each other sparked & grew, how they got closer & closer to each other, the pace their relationship developed, the way he had this "gut feeling" it was right & trusted her, despite all the outward signs that she was a thief (she was being blackmailed). The only reason I didn't give this book 5 stars is because of the ending: did not care for the secret society, heroine being tied to a cross, Hero becoming the leader of the secret society etc. It was surprising that after all this secret society did to the heroine, Hero still becomes their leader. Just too much. I kind of felt like the story was wonderful all the way till the end. In the end it was kind of weak. I also felt the same way about "A Wicked Liaison" by Margaret McPhee: also building up great & ending kind of weak. But nonetheless I still loved it!

Interesting-Intriguing

Will now to find the rest of Margaret McPhee's books. My only complaint is the endings excessive n overblown love declarations, sounds more like they're trying to convince them selves. The love had already been spoken and shown, quite adequately. I recommend this book.

Dark and Brooding Gentlemen

This book was definitely a great read. I have read this novelist books before but I believe this is one of her best work.

a dark and brooding book

well written. just dark. especially the secret society ending, complete with heroine on cross with black robed members kneeling and kissing master's (hero's) ring. story and characters left me with a rather yucky feeling.

outstanding love the ending

It was a great book to keep my interest and hard to put down. I look forward to read more Margaret's books

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Title: Behind the Courtesan

Author: Bronwyn Stuart

Narrator: Lulu Russell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-26-13

Publisher: Carina Press

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 9 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

When courtesan Sophia Martin returns to the village she fled as a young woman, she knows it won't be a happy reunion - but she can't refuse her brother's request to attend to his expectant wife. Trapped until the baby arrives, she must navigate the social rift she caused when she left to pursue a disreputable life - and keep the true reason for her departure from the man she once loved, the bastard son of the Duke who ruined her.

Blake Vale has never forgotten Sophia, but he can't accept the decisions she made, the courtesan's life she leads, or the fact she's cast aside her true self. Plain old Sophia has to be inside this hardened woman somewhere, and he's determined to make her see she doesn't need rich men to be happy, and that their future has nothing to do with the past.

When the dukedom suddenly falls within his reach, Blake must come to terms with his own past and his birthright, and what that means for his future - and Sophia.

Members Reviews:

i couldnt finish litening to it.

Any additional comments?

the narrator was horrible the male charaters voice was really annoying. the heroin was annoying all together i just couldnt finish listening to it im upset i spent a credit on it.

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Title: The Melancholy Princess

Subtitle: Nine Princesses: Tales of Love and Romance

Author: Sheela Word

Narrator: Sheela Word

Format: Unabridged

Length: 31 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-17-13

Publisher: Sheela Word

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

"The lowliest damsel can love where she likes, but I have no more freedom than a caged bird. My role is all, and my will is naught."

Princess Anne is unhappy at Court, and spurns all suitors. She is about to become a nun, when a midnight encounter proves to have unexpected consequences. (23-page short story)

Members Reviews:

Not for everyone, but very cute!

The Melancholy Princess is a very cute, short story. The follows a princess who just can't find what she is looking for in life. Will she be able to find herself, and maybe a little love along the way?

This was written in a sort of Renaissance/Shakespearean timed vocabulary and dialogue, but much simpler than actual Shakespeare. It's very charming, and I enjoyed it, but if you are the type of person who doesn't like that kind of thing, I wouldn't suggest this.

I really loved the fairy tale type aspect to this story. It was so sweet and more of a fairy tale for juvenile fiction and up. I would probably recommend it most to young adults however, as it is a slightly more mature vocabulary.

Overall, it is just an adorable little tale, and I would love to read the other 8 princess tales that accompany it!

Fun Story, worth the read!

It is very short, yet the premise and characterizations were well done. The descriptions of the people and the forest were well done. It might take 30 minutes to read, so be aware it is very short. However it was cute, well planned out, and, oddly, it was not missing anything in the story. It was complete, even though it was short. I'd say that was very good authorship. Also, (since I harp on this a lot, it was well edited. No odd words pulled up in spell-check, and no grammar errors. The ending was fun. I liked it. What can I say? It was perfect to read while riding into town. I imagine the other books in the series are short as well, and I intend to collect them. If they are anything like book 1 it will be well worth it.

Thank you too our Author Sheela, Word. Good Job!!

At least it was free

This book just wasn't all that great, to be honest.

First of all, it doesn't finish wrap up the story when it ends, and my guess is that you'll have to read all 9 stories consecutively to be satisfied with the series. Secondly, I just found it all a bit... predictable, and unrealistic. honestly, while being cute, I just don't think that I'd recommend it to anyone unless you'll willing to read all of the books, and be a bit bored by the flat characters.

Wonderful Book

This is a very good short story. I loved it.

Fairy tale

This was an awesome tale, short and sweet, and perfect! Took me back to my childhood and the stories I loved then.

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Title: Lila's Vow

Author: Diane Wylie

Narrator: Alexandra Haag

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-16-13

Publisher: Vinspire Publishing, LLC

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

The quest for love, honor, and revenge leads to spying, kidnapping, and danger for Union cavalryman, Captain Jack Montgomery and his wife, Lila. Schoolteacher Lila Sutton finds her one true love when cavalryman Captain Jack Montgomery rides into Gettysburg. But receiving word of his death leads her to seek her own type of revenge. Imprisoned for a year, Jack returns to an uncertain future filled with turmoil and danger when all he wants is Lila.

Members Reviews:

History as real life

Ms. Wylie's love of and expertise in the Civil War period shines in all her books, and especially Lila's Vow. Captain Jack Montgomery comes into the life of Lila Sutton on one of the worst days of his life. In June of 1863, in their home, she and her mother nurse soldiers wounded during the battle in their town, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Jack watches her every move, helps out when he can, and falls as quickly in love with Lila as she falls in love with him.

But it's time of war and nothing goes smoothly for the lovers. The only thing for sure is their love and passion and belief in the Union cause. The action never stops. Battle scenes are torturous and heartbreakingly real. Jack's emotions are portrayed so authentically that the reader aches for him and for every soldier serving at the present time in a war zone. Lila doesn't sit home pining away for the man she married before he went back to war. She becomes a Pinkerton agent spying in the South. Information she comes across becomes important enough to the North that it helps end the war. You can just feel that you are living their lives, feeling the anxiety of the wife waiting for the husband to come home and the fear and bravery of the soldier in the middle of the chaos of battle. And just when you think Jack and Lila's world will settle down, Ms. Wylie throws in a surprise.

Lila's Vow hits every point you want in an historical novel. The history is spot on. The romance is lovely, sweet and passionate at the same time. Excitement never ends, and you are kept on the edge of your seat until the very end of the book. Then the end is satisfyingly happily ever after, though you still want the story to go on and on.

Lila's Vow

From the very first paragraph, I was "caught up" in the story and couldn't wait to read what happens next. To me, that's the sign of a good book. If it captures me from the very beginning, then it's a winner! Although there was a good bit about different battles between the North and the South, it wasn't overdone. There was just a nice mix between the love story of Lila and Jack and their separate lives dealing with the war. Great read!

Don't miss this one!

I have just started reading Diane Wylie's books and love hem. This one was so good.

Five Stars

Loved the book.

Save your time, don't read

Worst book I have ever read.

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Title: Merely a Woman

Author: Jo Barrett

Narrator: Allison Cope

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-01-13

Publisher: Rhonda Penders

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Selena had a vast number of gentleman callers, as she was considered quite beautiful - and her father's wealth was an additional inducement for such attention, but she found it all rather tiresome. She was merely a woman, after all, not some paragon of perfection. And yet upon meeting Dr. Horace Kensington, a man stubbornly tight-lipped in regards to his work, she embarks on a mission to not only discover the truth about her father's illness, but to entice the handsome doctor himself.

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Title: Kudzu

Author: Kathleen Walls

Narrator: Lee Ann Howlett

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-20-13

Publisher: Kathleen Walls

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

After a painful divorce, Casey returns to the haven of her childhood, great grandmother Weesie's tiny log cabin. Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of North Georgia, the cabin rekindles memories of her happiest years as a young child enjoying Granny Weesie's tales of treasure. Casey seeks a peaceful refuge she will share only with her cat, Smokey. However, much more than early memories await Casey in Bluejay, Georgia. Weesie's childhood diary turns up in the cabin. The scrawled pages transport Casey back into the late nineteenth century. Far from finding the peaceful time she expects there, she uncovers a web of adultery, murder and intrigue that threatens to entangle Casey's twenty first century life. That life threatens to become more complex when her new neighbor turns out to be a handsome victim of his own marital disaster.

Velma Lou seldom does anything altruistic. Hiring her cousin, Casey, as a reporter for her newspaper, The Bluejay Bugle, is no exception. Like the voracious vine, Velma Lou has learned the hard way to use her beauty to trap and ensnare. As Casey is drawn deeper into Weesie's life and times, her "real" life becomes more complicated by her growing attraction to Lee. Some strange occurrences happen in the cabin mirrored by tales of ghostly sightings in her family history. As she travels back to 1879, she meets an intriguing cast of characters. Donald Stuart, Lillith's faithful lover, David, his evil hearted twin brother, Ma and Da Garrett, Louisa's parents and her own direct ancestors, Louisa's brothers and the inhabitants of early Bluejay. When Casey becomes involved with a battered wife as she followers the case for the paper, she incurs the ire of an abusive husband, Zeke. Zeke believes he has every right to chastise his own wife and child. Casey begins to take his irate threats seriously when her car is sabotaged. Even Casey has to believe the number of life threatening happenings is no coincidence.

Members Reviews:

Kudzu

This book was good,not great.It was about Casey,who moves into her grandmothers old cabin after a divorce.She finds a diary and when she reads is transported back to her grandmothers time.There is a professor across the road that she becomes romantically attached to.Lee Ann Howlett was good,not great,as narrator.Her male voices need some work.I was given this book for free for an honest review.

Paranormal Flavored Romantic Suspense

What did you love best about Kudzu?

The history of the the Appellation people and local.

What did you like best about this story?

The history of the the Appellation people and local.

Which scene was your favorite?

When Casey formally met the professor. Was she surprised as she had already met him informally in an earlier situation.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I had no extreme reactions. There were tender moments, heart break, betrayal, mystery, murder, and intrigue. Nothing though that caused to laugh or cry. Maybe smile and pout.

Any additional comments?

The book was listed as a historical romance, however it is more of a romantic suspense.

There is historical background in dream time traveling sequences that Caesy experiences when she reads her great grandmother Weesie's diary while curled in her great grandmother's quilt.

It was a love story, a travel through time and a mystery thriller all in one book.

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Title: The Libertine

Author: Saskia Walker

Narrator: Helen Stern

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-19-13

Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A.

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

His powers could save her from ruin, or guide her swiftly to it. Lennox Taskill is a dissolute rogue, a powerful witch who some say even trades his enchantments for profit when it pleases him. His only loyalty is to his coven, his disdain for humanity sealed by the searing memory of his mother burning at the stake. So when the wife of a wealthy landlord comes seeking his help, the beguiling Chloris Keavey unwittingly presents Lennox with his greatest opportunity for distraction and retribution.

By failing to produce an heir, Chloris faces a terrible threat: being turned out by her heartless husband. Now, she vows to get with child, even if it means surrendering her body and soul to Lennox's seductive magic. But with a witch hunt brewing, Lennox and Chloris are soon risking everything for their forbidden nights of ecstasy and to protect the secret that could cost them their lives.

Members Reviews:

A PARANORMAL HISTORICAL LOVE STORY

I thoroughly enjoyed this second hot instalment of the Taskill Witches (book 1 was The Harlot) as it tells of a plot filled with magic and secret meetings, stolen kisses, yearnings and impossible dreams during a time of Scottish witch trials.

Chloris believes herself barren and, in desperation, prepares to make a bargain with a witch but she isn't prepared for a powerful male witch like Lennox - a handsome, charismatic rogue and he's dangerous not only to her, her family but her heart too. She's scarred both physically and mentally but finds hope in his arms and desire soon turns into passion and lust (explicit) and his revenge soon turned into much more but greed and hatred soon splits the two lovers.

Please remember this is just a fantasy historical hot book and not a true historical reference book so, if you keep this in mind, you will get the most out of this listen.

Worth a credit? A very enjoyable listen which satisfied both the historical and paranormal lover in me and I will happily carry on spending my credits on this magical mythical series, so that folks is a YES. Could at a push, and only because of the last few chapters involving his sister from book 1, be a stand alone listen but why oh why deprive yourselves, download book 1 too.

Slow start but WORTH IT for the ending 3 1/2 stars

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I recommend this book to anyone who has already read Saskia's The Harlot (1st in the trilogy) or those who have already rad the 3rd in the trilogy The Jezebel.

If youve listened to books by Saskia Walker before, how does this one compare?

As a standalone book it would not have been nearly as good...it is truly more enjoyable knowing the background of the whole trilogy. It is not as good as The Harlot and although I haven't listened to The Jezebel (up next on my playlist) I have a feeling I will like it better than The Libertine as well.

Which character as performed by Helen Stern was your favorite?

She does a great "real ladylike" voice. Her voice for Cloris was very good. But all in all I like her as a narrator.....she isn't the best I have ever heard.....but I find that she immediately immerses me in the story and I don't spend time worrying about how some character's voices are done (like with some lesser narrators).

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Sadly NO! The beginning was very slow. That being said I didn't want to stop listening to the last 1/3 of the book.

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Title: Belle Starr

Author: Deborah Camp

Narrator: Barbara Edelman

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 38 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-25-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Belle Starr is a romantic tale about the notorious bandit queen Belle Starr and her fiery relationships with some of the most infamous men of her time, including Jesse James and Cole Younger. The story follows her from her rebellious teen years to her marriages to men who often stepped on the wrong side of the law. Although she never married him, Cole Younger was the love of her life. They were kindred spirits and star-crossed lovers.

Set against a changing land after the Civil War, this is a story of a group of renegades trying to find their place among the turmoil and love among the ruins of their previous way of life.

Editorial Reviews:

Barbara Edelman gives a lively performance of Deborah Camp's book on notorious Civil War-era bandit queen Belle Starr. This romantic retelling of Starr's tumultuous love affairs with some of the most infamous men of her time - including Jesse James and Cole Younger - lets Edelman's skill in recreating accents shine through the characters' spirited dialogue. She slips easily into different voices while keeping up the momentum of the story as it takes listeners from Starr's teenaged years to the heartbreaking end of her relationship with Younger.

Members Reviews:

Not Leland

Well I had to give this at least five stars! My Dad made me interested in the old West and the outlaws and such places as Robbers Cave and a few of their hideouts in various states.So I fell in love with the Belle Starr story! I was a little disappointed at finding out about some of their robberies after the fact and then not a lot of information concerning the crime. But I realize it would take twice as many pages to fill in the rest of their lives. A lot of people looked upon Belle Starr, the Youngers and the James, as heroes, and at times maybe they were. This book put a romantic twist on parts of their lives, which I enjoyed very much. I loved the personal touch Deborah Camp gave them.It was very exciting to read of them in such a fashion. Taking into consideration this book of fiction I was pleasantly surprised to see actual true events that I remember reading when I was a youngster in history books I never knew that she had two s

Chh8l children children or that

More of a Nag Than An Outlaw

This caught my attention as I love reading novels about women that really existed, espcially strong, gutsy ones. This is disappointed me tho, despite its excellent writing style. This novel tells the story of Belle Starr's ongoing romance with legendary outlaw, Cole Younger. It begins during the Civil War when Belle (a true Rebel) provides a group of Confederate bushwackers (consisting of Cole, Jesse James, and her own brother) some valuable information regarding some nearby Yankees. Belle thinks this one lone espisode qualifies her as spy material.. Unfortunately, this is the most courageous thing she ever does. From this point of the novel on, Belle becomes a bed hopper and a nag. She hangs around the outlaws, but is not one herself. While they are planning bank robberies, she nags and complains at them. When they are stealing horses, she is taking the money and once again, yelling or complaining at one of them. Meantime, she is cuckolding her husband, by sleeping with his fellow bandit, Cole. And the way she speaks to her mother in law is most appalling. When fate takes a bad twist, Belle abandons her children and hops in bed with Cole's cousin.

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Title: Return to Love

Author: Denyse Bridger

Narrator: Amber May

Format: Unabridged

Length: 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-22-13

Publisher: Eirelander Publishing

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Though he is haunted by loss, and a war-torn past, love is about to return to Clay Butler...

Clay Butler is a man who rules the quiet town of Cedar Springs with an iron will and a code of honor that defines all he is. But the past haunts him, and the loss of a woman who was his second chance at happiness weighs heavily on his over-burdened mind... He has no way of knowing that his dreams are en route Cedar Springs, and love is about to return to his world.