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Title: Lady Jennys Christmas Portrait

Subtitle: Windham Series, Book 8

Author: Grace Burrowes

Narrator: James Langton

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-31-17

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 32 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

For Christmas, soft-spoken Lady Jenny Windham craves the freedom to pursue her artistic ambitions, though it will mean scandalizing her ducal parents and abandoning all hope of a family of her own. She confides her plans to successful artist Elijah Harrison when he's commissioned to paint a portrait of her small nephews, because assisting Elijah will bring Jenny that much closer to her heart's desire - won't it? Elijah Harrison finds in his unlikely assistant not only an inspiring muse and unappreciated talent, but also a lovely and passionate woman. If Elijah supports Jenny's career, his own professional interests will suffer, but more significantly, he will lose Jenny forever. Both Jenny and Elijah must choose between true love and a lifelong dream. Contains mature themes.

Critic Reviews:

"Embraces the spirit of Christmas and the power of love to draw families together...the well-told story is elevated by warmth and intimacy." (

Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Hated it!!!!

I have listened to many Grace Burrowes books and considered her one of my favorites. After listening to this BORING book, I'm rethinking my choice. Had a very hard time paying attention and getting through it. Glad that's over...

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Title: Highland Spy

Subtitle: Mercenary Maidens, Book 1

Author: Madeline Martin

Narrator: Dave Gillies

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-10-17

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Ariana Fitzroy has lost her family and her fortune. The fight for survival leads her to the shadowed card games of court, where she discovers she has quite a talent for slipping cards into her favor. While the winnings are enough to sustain her at present, they will not last forever....

Connor Grant, trainer of the fallen women from the English court and personal assassin to the king, is just as broken as the women he trains. After losing his own land and all his people in a brutal attack from a trusted friend, he has no choice but to rebuild any way he sees possible - even if it means going against everything he's ever believed in.

After catching Ariana cheating at cards, Connor has a new trainee to instruct at one of the king's many confiscated castles. In the dilapidated ruins, he discovers Ariana is more than she appears and falls in love with her incredible tenacity and dedication - a love that is challenged by Connor's chance at reclaiming the inheritance he once lost and has sought so desperately to regain.

Members Reviews:

Intrigue and Suspense with a Good Dose of Romance

As I finished listening to Highland Spy, I just had to write a review to encourage anyone interested to listen to Dave Gillies narrate a wonderful romantic story of court intrigue and suspense.

Madeline Martin has written a fantastic story delivered by the incredible Dave Gillies!

All I can say is "I loved it" and would give it more than 5 stars if possible!

Narrator ruined it for me

I listen to most books with ear buds. The sound Mr. Gillies makes is piercing actually hurting my ears. I cannot listen to another minute. Story might be good but was so distracted by the pain I couldn't pay attention. I'm returning.

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Title: To Tempt a Viking

Author: Michelle Willingham

Narrator: Deirdre O'Connell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-30-16

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

She's testing his resolve! Warrior Viking Ragnar Olafsson stood by as his best friend claimed the woman he desired the most. There was only one way to quench the deep darkness within him - become merciless in battle. When Elena is taken captive, fearless Ragnar risks everything to save her. Now they are stranded with only each other for company. Suddenly every longing, every look, every touch is forbidden. Elena could tempt a saint - and sinner Ragnar knows he won't be able to hold out for long!

Members Reviews:

WONDERFUL!

I had read, the Irish Warrior, some time back, and simply adored it. However, this read, is equally good. I would not have expected to like it as much, but it is so moving, and worthwhile. Ms. Willingham is an amazing writer, with lots of depth, and feeling with her characters. It's always a bonus, when you think you've found a good story, only to discover it is great.

intensely entertaining

At the beginning I had thought that this book would be "2nd best" as compared with its twin novel "To sin with a viking." But I found it just as entertaining and perhaps more intense in some areas. The author has the talent of provoking the imagination in many ways. I would recommend reading this novel but after its twin novel.

It began with the front cover!

I was completely taken in by the front cover! :-) The book is an easy read, I didn't have to back and re-read thinking "what just happened?"...there was honor at stake and plenty of lore and angst. I enjoyed reading it....and imagining the guy on the front cover!

Not your average romance novel

I love the fact that it's not like most trashy romance novels where every other page is a sex scene. It's refreshing to read a story that has action, romance, and suspense. It reads and feels as if it were an old tale as apposed to porn on paper.

Okay.

Not as exciting as I thought it to be . Only at the end of the book. It was just okay .

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Title: Lady Eve's Indiscretion

Subtitle: Windham Series, Book 7

Author: Grace Burrowes

Narrator: James Langton

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-27-16

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 63 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Lady Eve's got the perfect plan. Pretty, petite Evie Windham has been more indiscreet than her parents, the Duke and Duchess of Moreland, suspect. Fearing that a wedding night would reveal her past, she's running out of excuses to dodge adoring swains. Lucas Denning, the newly titled Marquis of Deene, has reason of his own for avoiding marriage. So Evie and Deene strike a deal, each agreeing to be the other's decoy. At this rate, matrimony could be avoided indefinitely...until the two are caught in a steamy kiss that no one was supposed to see. Contains mature themes.

Critic Reviews:

"Romantic, fraught with realistic emotions and a delightful mix of playfulness and sensuality, this story will leave readers more than satisfied." (

RT Book Reviews)

Members Reviews:

I love this series

this is a great addition to the windham family series. I feel as if I have known this family for years.

Great hero

Interesting and well developed storyline and good character development. Not sure if I liked the heroine as much at the beginning but as the story developed and as the hero helped her get stronger as a woman, she became much more likable. Would have liked to see some improvement in the male character as well, meaning it would have been nice to leave a small flaw or two to correct as their relationship grew.

The only other comment I have to make is that I wish Grace would have dealt with the "indiscretion" differently. Instead of talking about it the entire time until the first sexual encounter and then NOT mentioning it again until the very end of the book, it would have been nice to read it right after the first coupling. I had to go back again to make sure I did not miss the discussion, but I had not. I feel it took away from the book to leave that very important discussion to then to the very last page of the book. frustrating and confusing for the reader. A lovely end to the story nevertheless.

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Title: No Secrets: A Young Lady's Search for Answers

Subtitle: The Thornton Trilogy, Book 3

Author: Mary Christian Payne

Narrator: Melissa Chatwood

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 45 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-22-16

Publisher: TCK Publishing

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

In this last book of the Thornton Trilogy, Chloe Thornton overhears a shocking secret that changes her life.

Elise Thornton has tried for 22 years to keep the truth from her daughter about how she was conceived when her mother was raped by three Nazi soldiers on the day of the Battle of Dunkirk in 1940. But finally the truth comes out, and there are no more secrets to hide....

Chloe is shocked at the revelation and vows to find the men who perpetrated the vile act. Teaming up with her dear friend's grandson, Sterling Sheppard, they make plans to hunt down the wretched men and bring them to justice.

During the course of their journey, Chloe learns the true meaning of words like father, and brother, and comes to understand that the world is not always black and white. For the first time in her life, Chloe opens her mind to the possibility of love, and realizes that people grow and change as they mature.

This is an engaging and heartwarming story, bringing to a final conclusion the lives of the listener's favorite residents of Thornton-on-Sea.

Members Reviews:

Another book victimized by very poor production editing

All three books in this series have interesting stories ruined by really shoddy production editing. Audible, you can do better!!!!!

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Title: How the Duke Was Won

Subtitle: Disgraceful Dukes Series, Book 1

Author: Lenora Bell

Narrator: Beverley A. Crick

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-20-16

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 174 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

James, the scandalously uncivilized Duke of Harland, requires a bride with a spotless reputation for a strictly business arrangement. Lust is prohibited, and love is out of the question.

Charlene Beckett, the unacknowledged daughter of an earl and a courtesan, has just been offered a life-altering fortune to pose as her half-sister, Lady Dorothea, and win the duke's proposal. All she must do is:

Be the perfect English rose (Ha!)

Breathe, smile, and curtsy in impossibly tight gowns (blast Lady Dorothea's sylph-like figure)

Charm and seduce a wild duke (without appearing to try)

Keep said duke far, far from her heart (no matter how tempting)

When secrets are revealed and passion overwhelms, James must decide if the last lady he should want is really everything he needs. And Charlene must decide if the promise of a new life is worth risking everything, including her heart.

Critic Reviews:

"Colorful supporting characters, plentiful plot twists, and the trials of star-crossed lovers make for a sizzling and heartwarming page-turner." (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Really enjoyed this book a lot! Great Narration!

This was such and fun book. Very entertaining all the way through.

I loved Charlene and James, the disgraceful Duke of Harland. The chemistry and attraction between these two was great. It felt real and genuine. There was a couple very well written sex scenes. Not erotica not rated G, but steamy.

Very strong female lead character. No simpering whiny heroine here. A great hero in the disgraceful duke.

The story line and plot was fun. The were some fun characters. Great dialogue throughout the entire book.

I totally recommend this book.

As for the narration it was great. Beverly Crick did a fantastic job! She does great with the men's voices. She reads with emotion as called for ie, laughing, crying, yelling etc. She has a nice reading voice too.

The Unconventional Bride Hunt

If you could sum up How the Duke Was Won in three words, what would they be?

Eccentric love story!

What did you like best about this story?

His invitation to four eligible debutantes and their mothers to visit his estate with the objective of choosing a bride. Pretending to be a Footman the handsome Duke wants to see his prospective brides when they were not being pretentious. His meeting with his four prospective brides as the "Footman" was hilarious.

Which scene was your favorite?

When the Duke first met Lady Dorothea (Charlene Beckett) flirting with her as the Footman. To say he was surprised by "LADY" Dorothea's reaction is putting it mildly. Forming a mental picture of the scene still puts a smile on my face.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Trouble = inviting four prospective brides and their hopeful mamma's to the Ducal Estate to compete for the position of Duchess.

Any additional comments?

This is Lenora Bell's debut novel but you'd never know it. I enjoyed "How the Duke Was Won" more than many books I have read/heard from seasoned authors. It was fresh, well written entertainment. Beverley A. Crick gave a great performance. I highly recommend it.

FUNNY, ROMANTIC, ENGAGING!!

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

Yes the narrator Beverley A. Crick was Wonderful to listen too. She nailed all the characters and made the story even better.

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Title: The Danger of Desire

Subtitle: Sinful Suitors Series, Book 3

Author: Sabrina Jeffries

Narrator: Beverley A. Crick

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-22-16

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 43 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

To root out the card cheat responsible for her brother's death, Miss Delia Trevor spends her evenings dancing her way through high society balls, and her late nights disguised as a young man gambling her way through London's gaming hells. Then one night, handsome Warren Corry, the Marquess of Knightford, a notorious member of St. George's Club, recognizes her. When he threatens to reveal her secret, she's determined to keep him from ruining her plans, even if it means playing a cat-and-mouse game with the enigmatic rakehell.

Warren knows the danger of her game, and he refuses to watch her lose everything while gaining justice for her late brother. But when she starts to delve beneath his carefully crafted facade, can he keep her at arm's length while still protecting her? Or will their hot desires explode into a love that transcends the secrets of their pasts?

Members Reviews:

Regency melodrama

Started off well but deteriorated to sappy last half. I wouldn't recommend this one. Narrator was good.

Good story. Very good Narration!

This was a good story. I really liked the characters quite a bit. I always like a heroine that dresses up as a man sometimes.

Delia was a good lead character. She was funny when she was dressed as a man. It made for some LOL moments. She was witty and had spunk!

Warren was a bit of a surprise to be honest, didn't see the manwhore coming. LOL but he was a great character. The chemistry between the two was very good. It felt real and genuine.

The story line and plot was very good with an interesting twist at the end! Yay love a surprise twist. There was lots of fantastic dialogue all throughout the entire book.

I did like the second book in this series the most. But they were all good and fun listens.

As for the narration. I am a fan of Beverly Crick. She is much better now than she was 2 years ago. She does the men's voices very well. Everyone gets their own distinct voice and she reads with every emotion the story calls for, ie laughing, crying, giggling, snorting, etc. She does a great job and I really enjoy her narrations.

Great twist at the end!

I've read hundreds of these romances and have most figured out before the middle of the book. This story had a.huge surprise at the end and it made my day. Definitely worth the credit.

My love for audiobooks and Sabrina Jeffries

Audiobooks have become an obsession! I listen to them in the car, at work and cleaning house! They are perfect when your favorite writers come out with a new book and you're too busy to stop and read!

I have been a fan of Sabrina Jeffries for many years. Meeting her in person was the highlight of my existence! She's a fabulous lady and I adore her stories.

The Danger of Desire is one of her best yet! She combines grief, intrigue and desire into a tale that has the reader gasping for more!

Beverley A. Crick's performance of this story brings to life the characters and the time period.

If you love a little matchmaking, strong characters with a heroine willing to risk all for those she loves, and a handsome rake who has a dark secret, you will love The Danger of Desire!

Another winner for Jeffries

Quite a nice read/listen. I'm a Sabrina Jeffries fan and this latest book did not disappoint.

I won't go into the plot; that's available elsewhere. The characters were fun and enjoyable as was the story.

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Title: Unwilling

Subtitle: A Pride and Prejudice Vagary

Author: Elizabeth Adams

Narrator: Mark Topping

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-25-16

Publisher: Elizabeth Adams

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 60 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Mr. Bennet discovers his days are numbered, so he immediately begins to set his affairs - and his five unmarried daughters - in order. Knowing they will fare best should at least one of them find a suitable husband, he cannot refuse any respectable suitors.

The high-spirited Elizabeth suspects something isn't right in the halls of Longbourn, but nothing prepares her for a certain haughty gentleman from Derbyshire. While Mr. Darcy is exceedingly wealthy and handsome, in Elizabeth's eyes, he is also proud, high-handed, and insulting. And unfortunately, desperately in love with her.

Suddenly, Elizabeth is forced to rethink her previous opinions. And accept a choice she never had the chance to make.

Members Reviews:

Review on Unwilling by Elizabeth Adams

A delightful P&P variation. The pacing is good, and the characters well developed. I enjoyed Elizabeth Adams' writing style tremendously. I tend to find most P&P variations drag along the way as the story unfolds, but this one is very well-done. Of course, the author doesn't really dwell on unpleasant characters; there is no antagonists in the story: Lady Catherine and Wickham are nowhere to be seen, but the story itself is cleverly-plotted. It is different than any other P&P variations I have read before, and I have to admit that it outshines most of them.

The narrator has done a good job; at first I found it odd to have a male narrator , but it all turned out splendidly.

Another great story by Miss Adams

I really liked this story . Watching (or listening in this case) to Darcy & Elizabeth grow into a cherished love was very warm hearted . I loved the new Mr, Bennet & his silly wife . What a little vagary can do to a character is amazing

Although the narrator was very good & has a lovely speaking voice It was a little hard listening to Lizzy & Jane with a male voice trying to be feminine LOL

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK

classic pride and prejudice vaguery

I loved the story, with Mr Bennett taking more control of his daughters future, so much so I was ok with the more worldly Jane marrying Mr Walker instead of the unreliable Mr Bingley.

The story starts in Hunsford with Elizabeth accepting Mr Darcy at the request of her ailing father.

We follow Elizabeth and Darcy from the seaside, to London and into the Friday month of their wedding, as they learn more about each other. Darcy learns more slowly about his pride and Elizabeth learns slowly to live him.

The epilogue is my favorite part.

The narration was great, with him changing voices for the different characters.

Enjoyable book and great narration

I enjoyed this Pride and Prejudice variation and very much appreciated the male narrator, Mark Topping.

nothing happened

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Being an avid P&P reader, I was disappointed that there were no challenges for the two lovers.

Would you recommend Unwilling to your friends? Why or why not?

Really a disappointing retelling and would not recommend it.

What about Mark Toppings performance did you like?

better than average

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

not really

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Title: Once upon a Duke

Subtitle: The Dukes' Club, Book 1

Author: Eva Devon

Narrator: Hugh Bradley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-24-16

Publisher: Bard Publishing Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 24 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Everything is going swimmingly for Kathryn Darrell. She's got an annuity of a hundred thousand a year, her lecherous, heart-breaking husband has had the good graces to pop off, and best of all, she has her freedom - something she has every intention of reveling in to the fullest. And who better to revel with than Ryder Blake, the infamous Duke of Darkwell?

Ryder Blake, Duke of Darkwell, known as the Duke of Debauchery, is certain he will never love again. His heart lies buried with his wife and he has vowed to never give more than his body to a woman. But when Kathryn shows up on his doorstep, quite literally, demanding he show her the ways of London, he finds that his heart longs to love once again.

Members Reviews:

Inaccuracies for the period and errors galore!!

The most important aspect of writing a historical romance is to get the damned details of the period correct! Otherwise, one should stick to writing about the 21st century! Ms. Devon talks about towering, powdered hair and stomachers, and on the next page, talks about how fat "Prinny" was. Newsflash! While Prinny was born in the 1760s, he did not become grossly fat until around 1810, and the hair and clothing fashions she highlights had died out somewhere between 1780 and 1800! Consistency is key in period novels and Ms. Devon did not do her homework to ensure that her stories were accurate portrayals of the period. Additionally, the book is rife with a ridiculous amount of typos, excess words, misplaced words, grammar and punctuation errors and, more annoying, misused words. The words are brooch, not broach, placket, not placate, and dour, not dower!! My God, doesn't anyone learn proper English or use a dictionary any more?! Two words of advice...dictionary dot com should be your best friend if you are a weak writer and hire a damned editor before you publish such dreck!

Once Upon a Duke

Rich widow Kathryn Darrell has had enough of being hidden in the country. With her philandering husband now dead she decides to hie to London & enjoy her freedom & experiencing life - even if she happens to shock the ton a little. And who better to do this with than the Duke of Darkwell, often written about in her beloved tabloids as the Duke of Debauchery.

Ryder Blake, Duke of Darkwell, has buried his heart with his 1st wife. Determined to never love again he gives his body & enjoyment to every woman he beds but only beds those who understand there will be no future. It's a life that has earned him the tabloid title of the Duke of Debauchery & has many women clamoring for his bed & attempts to win his heart.

When a beautiful widow shows on his doorstep wanting a night of passion Ryder realizes this is a woman who deserves more than 1 night of passion & tries to send her on her way. When he refuses he provides part of what she wants.

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Title: The Ghost

Subtitle: Highland Guard Series, Book 12

Author: Monica McCarty

Narrator: Antony Ferguson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 20 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-18-16

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 141 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Joan Comyn swore allegiance to Robert the Bruce the day she witnessed England's barbarous king torturing her famous mother, Scot patriot Bella MacDuff. Now the mysterious beauty slips into men's hearts like a specter and entices England's most illustrious barons to unwittingly divulge their secrets, then shares them with her king. Known only as the Ghost, even among her Highland Guard brethren, Joan has become the most wanted traitor in England.

The man determined to uncover her identity poses her biggest threat yet. Alex Seton once stood with Bruce but now fights for the enemy. Though Joan knows she must avoid the handsome warrior or risk discovery, his knightly chivalry touches a place in her long since buried. When his suspicions grow apparent, Joan realizes she must do everything in her power to stop Alex from revealing her mission and convince the powerful fighter to join forces with the Highland Guard once more. But as the ultimate battle in the great war approaches, will Alex choose love or honor?

Critic Reviews:

"This captivating blend of medieval fact and romantic fiction has plenty of twists and turns, and is a highly satisfying conclusion to a well-crafted series." (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

What a wonderful and perfect end to the series!

I'm already listening to the story for the 3rd time. Narrator was outstanding as well.

love this series like I love Lord of the Rings.

Adventure, danger, love and hope. You couldn't ask for better. Thank you M. McCarty.

Is this really the end?

I loved this series, but I kind of feel like this last book was rushed. The entire story feels like it moved too quickly through the characters. Not much development of their love story, in my opinion. Otherwise it's good!

As always, a great book!

This newest audio version in this series is just as good as all the others!