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Summary: 5th in the series of Bar Cynster books
Review: Gabriel,aka Rupert, is the next in line to get married. At least that's what everyone is saying. His cousin Demon has just gotten married to Flick and now its only Gabriel and his brother Lucifer left of the unmarried Cynsters and they plan to stay that way. That is until Gabriel meets a mysterious woman in a black veil. She needs his help desperately but has taken great pains to keep her idenity a secret from him. He must never find out that she is old friend/adversary Lady Alathea. Alathea's family is in trouble. He father has made some bad buisness deal and if Gabriel won't help then all is ruin. Alathea has know Gabriel for years. Sparks fly when they see each other and not sparks of passion. Alathea is "on the shelf" and never thinks someone could want her until Gabriel kisses her. The kiss is magical and both are deeply effected. The only problem Gabriel doesn't know who he has kissed. He believes the mysterious lady in black is a widow. When all is revealed passions do soar and Gabriel realizes that his bride has been under his nose all his life. He won't give her up and decides to fight for her. Alathea can't believe he wants her and tries to persuade him that she's too old for him. Its a wonderful tug of war to see who will win or if both will. I enjoyed the banter in this book. The arguments between the h/h were wonderful and made for a funny read. I liked the fact that a heroine, who was over 25, was the love interest. I highly recommend this book and all others in the series.
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Summary: Love it!
Review: This was my first Stephanie Laurens book. I'm ashamed to say that I picked it up quite by chance at the local library sale... but that was three months ago. I now own all the books in the Bar Cynster series, and this particular one holds a special place in my heart. Ms. Laurens has not disappointed. She has - time and again - managed to weave her storytelling spell over her readers until they are hooked to the point of no return! This is a good read, and I would recommend this to all.
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Summary: Of all the Cynsters Gabriel is the best!!!
Review: I was first introduced to Stephanie Laurens when I read On a Wild Night and couldn't put it down. In the front of that book is a family tree with a list of the of Cynster books. So I ordered the whole set and loved them all but Gabriel's story was the most touching. Thea is an old friend of the family that was the playmates of Gabriel and Lucifer. She gives up her debut into the ton to save her family and 11 years later must do so again. But instead of asking Gabriel for help she dons a disguise so Gabriel won't know its her. She thinks that they despise each other because of the feelings they both experience when they are together but as the Countess she can explore her feelings for Gabriel. So Gabriel agrees to helpthe Countess find out information on the East African Company her father promises the family fortune to. Gabriel is bound and determined to marry his countess if he can figure out who she is. Once he relizes its Thea he is angry and hurt because she didn't trust him to help her without the disguise. Thea is very level headed with her explaination and Gabriel continues to help her. As the book reaches its climax Gabriel is bound and determined to stake his claim on Thea (so she never has to again wear those ugly spinster caps he hates), but she is good friends with Gabriel's mother so she knows all of the Cynster tricks about how they declare themselves. So Gabriel must come up with another way. His way is so romantic he makes your heart melt. I love the Cynster family and Gabriel is the most lovable because he and Thea always loved each other and didn't know it.
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Summary: A Secret Love
Review: Just finished reading Stephanie's book. I loved it. Great Story. This is the first book i've read of hers. I can't wait to read some more of her stories. Thanks, Stephanie
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Summary: Love this book
Review: This was the first Stephanie Laurens book I had ever read. In fact, this was the first romance novel I had ever read. I fell in love with the Cynsters right away. After reading this, I had to go back and buy the first 4 in the series. I have been a huge fan of the series ever since and own all of the ones she has written in the Cynster series and can hardly wait for her next one.
This novel was about the fifth member of the bar cynster to fall victim to fate and love. I really liked the underlying mystery in this novel. It was more interesting than the other ones before it. I liked the financial fiasco. The trouble Alathea found herself in was slightly more believable than some of the other heroines troubles, plus her putting herself in danger was more acceptable because it was her problem. She was older and more sensible than the other ladies in many ways. I loved that her and Gabriel had known each other for ever. I loved the tension between them. The sex scenes in this book are so explicit and steamy. They are exciting because they are so clandestine. Alathea and Gabriel are one hot couple. This novel is a must read. I highly recommend it to any historical romance reader.
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Summary: Great plot and very likeable characters!
Review: This being only the second of the series that I have read (Promise in a Kiss really lacked what this book had!), I found the characters Gabriel and Alathea very charming in their own ways...There was actually conversation between them and the added mystery of Alathea's hidden identity was what urged me to buy this in the first place. Their love scenes were lush and very sensual although Gabriel had no idea who the countess really was during them. As Lauren describes Gabriel's feelings for this mystery woman, it proves quite an ironic situation as readers will learn that Gabriel and Alathea, when not in disguise, are almost always not on good terms with each other. After Gabriel realizes that it was Alathea all along, his rash decision to marry her along with Alathea's own stubborness brings the story to a great climax that presents Gabriel with an ultimatum regarding his love for her. Readers truly will not be disappointed!
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Summary: The best of the series
Review: I have read all 6 Bar Cynster books, and this one is the best. The two main characters are made for each other, and the fact that they were raised as brother and sister made realizing their true feelings for each other very difficult for them. The way they were always "catty" with each other was a fun read.
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Summary: A Secret Love
Review: This book was wonderful. Just like ll her other books. One of the best new writers that I have read.All of the Cynster books are great.When I read Devil's Bride I just couldn't wait for the next book.She is a very hot and steamy writer just like I like them.Robin Schone is also my favorite.I just love to read,and the authur's today know how the create a sexy scene that is so sweet and steamy that it just takes my breath away.
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Summary: A Secret Love is outstanding
Review: I've read all of the Bar Cynster series because of this one book. It definitely started it all! Unfortunately I gave it away after reading it 2 times because I never read books more than once or twice. After a few months though I'm missing it and may have to buy it.
Alathea and Gabriel's story is original and sensual. I couldn't put it down. The sexual tension is woven throughout each scene and the constant suspense that Gabriel will find out Alathea is the mysterious countess leaves you breathless. Laurens is a master with the sensual love scenes and each one is different and lushly sexual. Definitely a keeper!
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Summary: The best of the synster series
Review: This was the best of the synster series in my opinion. I love the story -- and the passion betweeent eh two main characters once they see themselves with fresh eyes! Also love that Gabriel knows when he is in love. . . no trying to fool himselfor not admit it.
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