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Summary: The end of the _Affair_...
Review: ... is just the begining of a world of wonderful stories by the talented Ms. Quick. If you have yet to read a book by Amanda Quick, I seriously envy you... you have many discoveries yet to make. _Affair_ is one of my top Amanda Quick books. Yes, it is similare to all of her other books, but that's what makes this author a comfort read. You can read one of her books and be assured to have enjoyment.The Hero: This time around, our hero is Baxter St. Ives. He is the illegitament son of the Earl of Esherton. Because of all the gossip that inevitably surrounds him, Baxter learned early on to retreat to his labratory. In doing this, he became a man of science, thoroughly engrossed with his experiments. During the time of Napeleon, he was with another of his scientist friends. Together, they had created an acid that burned flesh. Baxter's partner, Morgan Judd, wanted to betray England and sell the potion to Napoleon to help him win the war. Baxter wouldn't allow it, and he spilled all of the acid and took the recipe with him as he set the labratory on fire and fled. Assuming Judd was dead, Baxter went on his way to live peacfully within his labratory once more. Until his aunt came to him for help. Her best friend had been murdered, and she suspects a woman of being a murderess and a blackmailer. Reluctnatly, Baxter agrees to help his aunt. In doing so lead him to... The Heroine: Who happens to be Charlotte Arkendale, the woman whom Baxter's aunt suspects of killing her best friend. Five years ago, Charlotte and her sister, Ariel, were sleeping in their house. Charlotte was awakened when their stepfather came home drunk. She heard some confussion outside her sister's door. Grabbing her father's unloaded pistol, she went out to investigate. It turned out that her father owed the man that was with him a lot of money, and to pay off his debts, he was selling Ariel's virginity to the man. Charlotte forces them out of the house with the pistol. The next morning, their stepfather is found dead. Charlotte is forced to make a job for herself, and makes an unsual carrier. She investigates the pasts of gentlemen who are thinking to marry women. Her last client was Baxter's aunt's best friend, and she feels it is her duty to find out what happened to her last client. When she and Baxter meet, sparks fly, and it leads to... The Affair: Charlotte and Baxter decide to join forces to find out who the murderer was. As they get closer and closer to the murderer, a love forms between the two. But, can they stay alive long enough to be truly happy? I truly enjoyed _Affair_. Because it is a romance novel, the end is never in doubt, but that is one reason I enjoy romance so much. Baxter and Charlotte were wonderful to read about, and I do believe Quick was at her wittiest in this book. Baxter often unkowingly said some amazingly romantic things. My favorite quote is as follows *Charlotte* Baxter, are you ill? *Baxter* Very likely. If I am, one thing is certain. You are the only one who can supply the elixer I require to cure the fever. The only thing that dissapointed me in this book is that I found the mystery to be quite easy to solve. In all of Quick's other books, I was guessing until the end. But, with _Affair_ I had a susspect in my mind right away. Don't get me wrong, I still wanted to keep reading, if only to see if my guess was right. So, if you are a book fan, I highly recomend this book to you. It is guarenteed to give you hours of enjoyment while supplying you with a nice lite story.
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Summary: It is bettter than Mischief but not better than Deception
Review: Affair is more interesting book to read than her last book, Mischief. The plot of the villian is too predicatable though. I would thought Amanda can do a little better than that. The plot is almost a mix of Deception and Mistress( Amanda's earlier books), nothing new
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Summary: More attention to detail, please!
Review: Affair was a very enjoyable story. I loved the interplay between Baxter and Charlotte and was charmed by what we would, in this day and age, term Baxter's nerdiness. However, I was annoyed by Ms. Quick's lack of attention to historical manners in not only this but in another of her books, especially since manners play a unique role in Regency-era romances. Two examples: The murder victim in Affair, Drusilla Heskett is called Mrs. Drusilla Heskett. A Regency lady would be horrified by such a nomenclature. Married women, including widows, were known by their husbands' names. Therefore, Drusilla Heskett should have been referred to as Mrs. Jeremiah Heskett, for example. The other example is found in Mischief, which I read just before reading Affair. Ms. Quick shows Imogen congratulated on her wedding. Traditionally, brides are wished much happiness while grooms are congratulated. The neglect of Ms. Quick to carefully research historical manners jars the informed reader from her suspension of disbelief which is crucial for an author to maintain in order to keep the reader involved with the unfolding story. Slip-ups like the ones I've mentioned destroy the fabric of the "world" that the author must try to draw her readers into. I've given four stars because I really enjoyed this story. But remember please, minor details ARE important. Historical romances depend upon them!
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Summary: Affair was a so-so book with a so-so script nothing exciting
Review: Affair, by Amanda Quick. Usually I like A. Quick's books. Affair was too bland. I think A. Quick took the personality of her hero to much to heart and it colored the entire script. The hero did not want to be involved, wanted to be left alone in his lab and that was how I felt -- uninvolved and too far removed from the characters of the book.
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Summary: Can't wait for the next 'A' book is out
Review: Affair, i have enjoy this book very much, very entertaining. I have read form seduction to Mischief. Sometime i can picture the events taking place. Can't wait until the A's are complete.
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Summary: Affair is a Grand Story
Review: Amanda Quick has once again managed to enthrall readers with her own unique style for historical romances. The characters in Affair are perfect and the plot is breathtaking. I can't remember the last time I enjoyed a story this much. Charlotte Arkendale is a young woman who is making her own way in the world. She supports her younger sister, Ariel, and provides a service for women. Charlotte investigages possible suitors for women to ensure they are not rakes and wastrels. Baxter St. Ives is a man that lives through his work, science. Baxter is a true scientist who conducts experiments with objects and people. Baxter applies for a job as Charlotte's man of affairs in search of a blackmailer. Charlotte also insists upon looking for evidence in the murder of Drusilla Heskett. Through a series of events Baxter and Charlotte team up to investigate the death of Drusilla and try to stay one step ahead of the murderer. The story is funny and innovatively written. The supporting characters are also delightful. The ailing butler Lambert and Baxter's extended family are a source of comic relief in the story.
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Summary: Starts Out Slow but, most rollercoasters do.
Review: At first glance I did not think I would like this book. I do not normally read Romance Novels. I have now read ALL 13 of Amanda's books. With this ring is next on my list. I have read them all several times now, even the second time I still find myself up until dawn enthralled by the books she has written. Thank you for the fantasies.
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Summary: Great Read
Review: At last a women who does not call for her smelling salts every time life throws her a curveball.I read this book several months ago. Charlotte Arkendale, Baxter St.Ive and Lord Esherton his younger brother, are as clear in my memoir today as they were the day I closed the book. If Amanda Ouick writes your type of books, do yourself a favor and buy this one. Enjoy!
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Summary: BRAVO!
Review: By far my favorite Quick book! Baxter is absolutely wonderful and Charlotte is the ideal heroine. She doesn't need a man in her life, but she can accommodate the right one! Please keep them coming Ms. Quick!
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Summary: A fun romantic mystery, unusual for the gendre
Review: First off, the plot is not particularly realistic. However, once you're past that, it's great fun. The heroine is self-assured and forceful, the hero has his strengths but can be quirky and clearly needs what the heroine offers, the plot moves well. Not perfect, but a good Amanda Quick example.
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