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Summary: OMG
Review: This book was the steamiest romance novel I think I have ever read. Most likely because it was from Nick Gentry's point of view as opposed to the heroine. But it was definitely worthwhile. This is the 3rd Lisa Kleypas book I've read, and all of hers have been great. This was the perfect sequel to Lady Sophia's Lover. It was great to know what happened to Sophia, and get more story of Nick. I read this in one evening it was so good. It grabs you from page one.
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Summary: Boy, this is romance writing at it's best!
Review: Kleypas has become a reliable author in my book because she repeatedly delivers one great story after another. She provides romance readers with unusual storylines and unique characters. Nick Gentry is legendary as a thief taker in London. At his brother-in-law's (Ross Cannon from Lady Sophie's Lover) insistence, Nick has taken his skills and put them to use at the Bow Street Runners. He has been pleased working with the runners for a number of years and is still in demand working contractual private investigations on the side. When Worth Any Price opens, Nick has been hired by Lord Radnor to locate his run-away fiancée, Charlotte (Lottie) Howard. Soon Nick has located her and visits an earl's country estate in search of her. He believes she is working at the estate as a lady's companion. When Lottie meets Nick, she is instantly attracted to him and Nick is drawn to her as well. But, before he has the opportunity to complete his investigation and reveal the true purpose of his visit, the earl exposes Nick and his objectives to Lottie.Nick's character is a well-written hero for romance. He has a strong personality - yes domineering with a swagger. Although his roots are aristocratic he has no desire to live that life. He has enjoyed his years as a highly skilled detective and has made his own fortune. There are many mysteries concerning Nick's previous business dealings and as a youth growing up. He is not ashamed or even necessarily secretive about his former questionable occupations during his adult life. But his youth is shrouded in secrets that he refuses to talk about or acknowledge and are deeply entrenched in the story line. Charlotte is a very likable heroine. She has gentle strength that allows us to see her as an undemanding and mature woman. She also has some real scars from her teen years. There is good reason for her to hide from Nick's contract employer, Lord Radnor. As she explains the truth behind her hiding, Nick realizes that he cannot report her whereabouts and must protect her. The attraction they had initially felt for one another has heightened significantly. Once Lottie has explained to the earl and Nick her reasons for hiding, she offers herself to Nick, as his mistress, if he will protect her from the dreaded Lord Radnor who is basically considered her enemy. Nick, however, does not accept her offer as his mistress. He insists on marriage between them instead. So begins the usual denial of strong feelings - especially on the part of the hero. He finds it very difficult to accept that he may be very besotted with Lottie. But it is a most entertaining story even if some of the plot lines are typical romance stuff. Kleypas does it with such an edge that it captivates you and makes Worth Any Price a difficult book to put down. Nick's character is unusual in that Charlotte is only the second woman he has been with physically. However, don't let that little fact fool you. These sensual scenes steam and steam and certainly deserve that 9 sensual rating from Amazon. Since I always include a sensual rating in my reviews, I will further emphasize these sexy scenes rate a solid 4 ½ out of 5 (see More About Me for rating guidelines).
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This is a fun tale and yet very serious at times. I adore stories in which the couple gets married early in the book. I like seeing the couple work out their marriage and this particular marriage is very fun to watch, without a doubt. This is one book I wanted to consume as fast as possible. But, as I read it, I knew I should be slowly savoring it instead. This is the third of a series. Someone to Watch Over Me is number one, Lady Sophia's lover is number two and Worth Any Price is number three. It is a highly recommended "read again" and on the keeper shelf for good.
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Summary: HORRIBLE
Review: Okay, this is one of the worst books i have read and its by a very good author. there is no plot to this story other than some really bored sex scenes. if you want a book that's steamy with a deep plot, emotional characters that will make you cry, try her earliest books. Now she seems to be writing solely for the purpose of selling some paper -- i'd burn this one.
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Summary: Disappointed
Review: I am an AVID Kleypas fan and have every single novel that she has written. However, I agree with one of the reviews that the characters do not spark your interest or emotion. I was anxiously awaiting this book ever since Nick was introduced in Lady Sophias Lover. The brief teaser of his character had major potential as the lead male character with his unfortunate childhood and life as an underworld thief. But unlike the character of Derek Craven (Dreaming of You- FAVORITE!!), Nick doesnt even come close.
Kleypas focused more on his inability to accept his title rather than the other issues of his past or their relationship. Admittedly, The characters are able to understand one another in that Lottie is strong enough to be supportive of Nick however, there was not a real relationship to be found or felt.
The only character in this book which begs for a story - is Gemma Bradshaw (bordello propreitress). She is first introduced in Suddenly You (which I found to be much more sensual than Worth Any Price).
Although I do appreciate Lotties intelligence & strength, I would recommend reading Suddenly You for an excellent female (and male)lead AND a sensual story.
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Summary: Keepers shelf... keepers shelf!
Review: Man, I just love LK's style of writing! She writes the sweetest love stories I've ever read. Her hero's are magnificent examples of the male of our species.... never perfect, sometimes a dark background, not always nobility......but always enough to drool over & Oh my gosh the CHARM these men are capable of! Her heroine's are colorful, independent, strong (but not rigid), & so loving..... I've never met one that acted like a spoiled brat. This book was no exception. However, do take note that this book comes after 'Lady Sophia's Lover' & although it could stand on it's own, I'm glad I read them in order; the 1st one has good background info. And, as usual with LK's books, if you blush when reading DON'T read this in public! lol lol Oh my gosh the love scenes! I also liked the fact that we got to see quite a bit of Sophia & Sir Ross from the first book in this one. For historicals romance readers that like good love stories this is a must!
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Summary: loved it
Review: i just bought this book on friday May 9th 2003 and i read it on saturday and for the record i love to read but this book starts out kind of slow but it gets really good
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Summary: her best
Review: Absolutely her best book and one of my all time favorite romance novels. I loved the characters and how the stories moved. The love scenes were the best I have ever read - perod.
This is a great book to curl up with
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Summary: Woo-hoo!
Review: What fun! The sequal to Kleypas' _Lady Sophia's Lover_, involving Sophia's brother, Nick Gentry, as a runner some three years after the end of Sophia's story. He's on a private assignment to find a lord's missing fiancee, and ends up marrying her to save her from him instead! Lottie is a fantastic heroine, willing to stand up for herself, if necessary, but not overly demanding; she's calm and accepting of most of the things that come her way. Nick is, of course, the tall, dark, and silent type, but they've always got the deepest secrets (although, if you've read _Lady' Sophia's Lover_, you already know most of Nick's). This is a good classic romance and a typical Lisa Kleypas. No whiny characters, but no deep plot twists; it's also more about Nick, which is unusual in this genre, but I liked it a lot. This probably accounts for the steamier-than-usual love scenes, but they're worked in well enough to still be tasteful. It's too bad this is the last of the "Runner" books...we will have to look forward to a new series from Kleypas!
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Summary: You Will Love Nick!!!
Review: Ms. Kleypas has done it again. She has managed to bring us a true hero in just about every way possible. Nick is Sophia's brother (Lady Sophia's Lover), and he is on a case to track down a missing girl and bring this girl back to her betrothed. What he does not expect to happen, and what he has always managed to avoid, is having his feeling touched by this young woman. Nick has had a tough life living in the East End of London, doing time in prison, and basically anything else horrid you can imagine. His brother-in-law Sir Ross has plans for him though, Nick is going to realize that he is worth saving even if he has to pull a few strings and un-earth Nick's secret. Lottie is the young woman that Nick has been sent out to find. She is hiding in the country working as a ladies companion. She is unprepared for the feelings that Nick brings out in her, but she is willing to do anything that she can to avoid going back to her demented betrothed even if it's marrying Nick. What starts out as a marriage of convience grows into a love match with both needing to heal and realize that love is not a bad thing. They both deal with an unexpected surprise, and trouble in the form of the forgotten betrothed. Nick is a true dark, and tortured hero with all of the wonderful qualities that make these types of hero's a favorite. This is a fast read that you won't want to miss, and you will get to visit with old friends again. All in all a great way to spend the day.
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Summary: Another excellent book by Lisa Kleypas
Review: Lisa Kleypas proves herself once more as a great story teller. I have read each of her books and look forward to future books by her. She consistently delivers quality characters and stories. This is definitely one of her best, I loved Nick and Lottie and as usual could not put the book down until I had read it completely.
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