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Summary: Wonderful Story
Review: I loved this book.. It is actually the third in a series called the Rogue's of Regent Stret. (the first two are Dangerous Gentleman, and Ruthless Charmer) The first two were good, bu the third was wonderful! The two characters acknowledge their love reltively early in the book, and the reader is able to enjoy their love and experience the tensions and trials along with them. The class conflict and battle to overcome it was realistic and well-done. Worth a read!
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Summary: A great ending to the series
Review: I read the first two books. After reading the second one, I was a little unsure about reading this one. Boy was I glad I did! This was a very good read. It was very entertaining and I really enjoyed the begining when Arthur came to Scotland. I loved the part about Regis being envious of his boots, it was really funny. I thought the romance sizzled between the two of them and I was glad for a change not to have a rich heroine.
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Summary: The best of an enjoyable series
Review: I'm not one to read romance novels as much as something by Dean Koontz or James Patterson. But a friend of mine told me to read the series The Rogues of Regent Street. I feel The Beautiful Stranger was by far the best of the three and one of the most intriguing books I've read yet. It was a far cry from the other romance novels I've read in that it had a realistic base to it. In some series, you can read any book out of order and its still a good book, but I would suggest reading the first two books in this series in order to get the true feel of the last.
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Summary: The best one!
Review: I'm not one to read romance novels as much as something by Dean Koontz or James Patterson. But a friend of mine told me to read the series The Rogues of Regent Street. I feel The Beautiful Stranger was by far the best of the three and one of the most intriguing books I've read yet. It was a far cry from the other romance novels I've read in that it had a realistic base to it. In some series, you can read any book out of order and its still a good book, but I would suggest reading the first two books in this series in order to get the true feel of the last.
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Summary: A fitting finale to this great seies
Review: In 1834, one of the four Rogues of Regent, St. Phillip Rothembow, forces a duel with his friend Adrian Spence and dies. The three survivors, Adrian, Arthur Christian, and Julian Dare all take it badly and three years later still grieve Phillip's actions.In 1837, Phillip's dad angrily confronts Arthur over a legal document that shows the deceased bought worthless Scottish property that has taxes in arrears. Rothembow obtains a vow from Arthur to fix it. Still feeling guilty and needing to escape his sister-in-law's matchmaking efforts, Arthur travels to Edinburgh to evict the current tenant, Mr. Fraser. Fraser is dead, but his wife Kerry McKinnon receives the eviction notice. Apparently her late spouse owes taxes and money on a loan. Kerry visits Lord Montcrieffe who offers his dimwitted son in marriage in order to pay the debt. Kerry refuses but while waiting for the public carriage meets Arthur. Thinking he is a highwayman, she shoots him. Now their story really begins. THE BEAUTIFUL STRANGER is an exciting conclusion to the Rogues of Regent St. trilogy. (See THE DANGEROUS GENTLEMAN and THE RUTHLESS CHARMER). The story line is loaded with action and romance as the charming lead couple struggles with their feelings for each other. The supporting cast including the return of stars and secondary players from the previous tales brings to life the era as well as adding depth to Kerry and Arthur. Julia London has written a powerful final act to a strong miniseries and, in doing so, demonstrates why historical romances are so much fun to read. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: Much going on! Awesome book!
Review: In the books Ruthless charmer and Dangerous Gentleman we saw the stories of Ardian and Julian, two of the four men known as the Rogues of Regent Street. One of the remaining two was dead, Phillip. Now we get to see the story of the last in the group, Arthur! Lord Arthur Christian went to Scotland to tie up the loose ends of a deal Phillip had started before his death. He had no way of knowing that Phillip's partner was also dead. He also had no way of knowing that the widow he had grown to love was the very person he was about to evict! Kerry McKinnon was shocked to learn of her late husband's debts! She went to her rich neighbor, Baron Cameron Moncrieffe, for help. But Cameron was owed money as well. He would only help her if she married his slow minded son. She refused. She ended up killing the son in self defense when he tried to rape her. Arthur whisked Kerry to London to save her from hanging. But Kerry could not live in London. She was out of place and unaccepted. She longed for Scotland, a land that wanted her dead! **** There is much more to this story than I let on. Yet to tell more would ruin it. Here is a story that made my day fly by as I quickly turned pages to see what would happen next! Wonderfully done! **** Reviewed by Detra Fitch
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Summary: Fantastic Historical
Review: It is 1837, and Arthur Christian, younger son of a duke, still holds himself responsible for the death of his friend Phillip three years prior. In and effort to cleanse his soul and sooth his sense of responsibility, he travels to Scotland to tie up some loose ends relating to Phillip's legal affairs. While in Scotland, Arthur happens upon Kerry McKinnon, a beautiful young widow who is stranded along the road where Arthur is traveling. Circumstances force the pair to return to Glenbaden, the home Kerry is struggling to keep though faced with insurmountable debt. When tragedy strikes, and Kerry must return to England with Arthur, she comes face to face with the realities separating them. Will their love for one another be strong enough to endure their differences? Part of the allure of this novel is that the hero and heroine are from such totally different backgrounds, but this ceases to matter as their purpose becomes one in working the land of Kerry's home. Julia London cleverly uses this earthy setting where Kerry and Arthur are able to explore their attraction for one another without the artifice of the London drawing room. The protagonists are so complex and multifaceted that the reader can almost feel the emotion seeping from every page. For characters and a story to fall in love with, don't miss this latest by Julia London-she's definitely done it again.
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: Julia did a wonderful job finishing this series. I really hated to see it end. You will fall in love with Arthur!
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Summary: What a beautiful book!
Review: Julia London is a gifted writer. This, her final book in the Rogues series, is as good if not even better than the first two. There are no dead spots in this book, just a few chapters at the start to put the scenario in place and then it is non-stop delight to the very last page. Arthur is a true heartthrob and Kerry is a smart, witty, delightful heroine. All the characters are well thought-out and depicted with affection and detail. The love scenes are sensual but done with impeccable taste. The very original plot is smart and not cliche-ridden. It is an emotional roller coaster, especially the last few chapters. I read it in two days. And I was busy at work! The only drawback to a writer who consistently hits it out of the park like Ms. London is that she truly crafts her novels and that takes time. How we all wish we could enjoy one of her books every month. But...she is well worth the wait.
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Summary: The best of an enjoyable series
Review: Most of the romances I read contain either a Terrible Misunderstanding or a plot that could be easily solved with a single sincere conversation. This book, thankfully, had neither. Instead, it was well-written (except for the slightly corny epilogue), lively, and full of charming yet reasonable and realistic main characters. (I never once wanted to throw the book against the wall in frustration.) It wasn't flawless, but the action was well-paced and engrossing, and the plot ran along smoothly (no dragging on one hand, no incessant roller-coaster emotional upheavals on the other). The one thing that really bothers me about all of Julia London's books is that she makes SO many mistakes in her historical detail. She also doesn't give much of it, which makes her errors even more profound. (For example, the younger son of a Duke is Lord First-Name, not Lord Last-Name; in this case, Lord Arthur, but she insists on calling him Lord Christian.) Bad writing you figure the author can't help; laziness in research is inexcusable. Still, this is a fun read and one I'm actually keeping, along with the rest of this series.
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