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Title: Forceful Engagement

Author: Jamie Phillips

Narrator: Olivia Patterson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 1 min

Language: English

Release date: 03-16-17

Publisher: ABCD Graphics and Design, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Money. Romance. Attempted Murder.

Former British officer Valentine Calvert has retired from the army to take over his lands and title following his brother's death. Although a Viscount, the title is meaningless as his brother and his father before him have mismanaged the estate leaving him virtually penniless. His cousin advises him to marry well.

Rebekah Meadowes is headstrong and outspoken, but her family had a long-standing relationship with the Calverts, so Valentine approaches her first. It is a mutually beneficial arrangement. She will inherit his title; he will have money enough to rebuild the family fortune. The deal is made, but not before Val teaches Rebekah a few stinging lessons in curbing her temper and her tongue.

Soon, however, they confront a dangerous mystery. Val has suddenly become accident prone, and Rebekah is forced to take matters into her own hands to protect him. What began as a marriage of convenience becomes something more as the couple challenges a common enemy. Will they uncover the mystery in time? Will love win out in the end?

Members Reviews:

THERE ARE TIMES IN LIFE THAT PATIENCE IS NOT A VIRTUE WHEN DECISIVE ACTION IS CALLED FOR

The story kept me captivated with its mystery and suspense, along with a relationship that is full of angst. Valentine âValâ Calvert, being the second son, went into the military at fifteen years of age. With the passing of his father, his brother George became the Viscount, but now with his sudden death, it falls to Val. Val must marry well, needing the money for the estate that has been left to ruins. A wealthy bankerâs daughter, Rebekah Meadowes could be the answer, but she has a sharp tongue and has shredded countless men before Val. Their relationship before marriage is comical and without heated debates and angry words before a resolution is worked out. Trouble has been in the works at Calverton Estates. The plot twists kept me in constant suspense as the mystery unravels. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer. The story has many spankings, all well deserved, no sex scenes, and a great storyline.

I've a new favorite author

I think I've a new favorite author. I really love this book. It's so hard to find really good historicals. Well researched and so well written. I love the hero, he is not a fop nor is he mean spirited. Just the right touch. The plot is simply excellent. It's an extra good read. Kudos

Four Stars

Good

Slow beginning but overall enjoyable Regency era romance

This was a very well-written, Regency tale that contained a mystery long with a lovely romance. Val is a former army officer -used to giving orders and being obeyed. Rebekah is a very opinionated young lady who isn't afraid to share her views. The beginning was a bit slow for me - it seemed to take an awfully long time for Val and Becky to meet. When they finally did, the story took off. I liked that Val allowed Becky her opinions but clamped down when she became rude. He was never overly harsh, although I do think punishing her for hiring someone to watch his back was a bit mean. But I loved that all the discipline encounters turned into loving. Very fun story - I'll look forward to reading more from this author

Extremely entertaining, highly recommended

I enjoyed this well-written book from start to finish. The characters were well-developed and the plot was compelling.