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Summary: Female Robinson Crusoe meets Rigidly British Sea Captain
Review: ...And you can imagine the rest. SHE was shipwrecked as a pre-teen, and so has none of the inhibitions on proper British young ladies. HE personifies British dignity, manners, and control--and he's a hunk, too. When HE meets HER, you will keep reading and reading until you are dying for them to throw their upbringings out the window and to get in bed together! K. Cole writes sexual tension splendidly, but she also gives us a full book experience, with settings that seem real and secondary characters that are interesting in themselves, and not just cardboard props for the hero and heroine. Talented author, great book. Not the same old historical romance!
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Summary: Engaging adventure with a sensual and conflicted couple
Review: I enjoyed the author's first book CAPTAIN OF ALL PLEASURES and looked forward to reading this story. For some reason her hero, Grant Sutherland kept bringing to mind Damien Knight (without the shell-shock) from Gaelen Foley's LORD OF ICE (one of my fave books) in that both were stiff, formal men ruled by a strict code of honor. Honor that is sorely tested by an unconventional, high spirited young woman - in this case castaway Victoria Dearbourne.Second son Grant Sutherland has been a sea captain as well as acting as a stand-in for his elder brother Derek, the Earl of Stanhope, managing his estates for four years until his brother took up his responsibilities. That experience has made Grant yearn for lands of his own, so when the elderly and heir-less Earl of Belmont offers his estate in payment for Grant leading an expedition to locate his long lost granddaughter, Grant accepts his offer. Victoria, her parents and governess Camellia Scott were lost eight years ago in a shipwreck in the South Pacific. Grant is determined to find her and bring her home and claim his reward in due time. When he finally finds her, she is determined not to be caught (she doesn't know his true motives, now does she?) and, until she can figure it out, she leads him on a merry chase across the island eluding and frustrating him. Tori and her companion Cammie have survived by their wits for years and they do not trust this invasion of men into their isolated world. Men have come to the island before after all, and not with the most honorable intentions. While trying to decide whether to trust these newcomers or not, Tori sends them on a wild goose chase all over the island until Sutherland finally finds her and convinces her to come home with him. On the journey home, Grant fights his attraction to her in the face of her determination to woo him! But he's not made of stone and so he eventually gives in to his attraction to her considerable charms. But Tori is having some difficulty adjusting to the restrictive life of a proper young Englishwoman and soon learns that she is not the biddable, proper kind of woman that Grant plans to take to wife. She feels utterly betrayed and decides to move on with her life without Grant. And eventhough all his friends and family think he is an idiot, he sticks to his conviction that Tori is not right for him. But when the truth finally sinks in, can he win her back? A nice story of opposites attracting and of a hero who has to finally set aside some long-held beliefs for love. And Cammie has her own story line that will satisfy readers after all her suffering and adjustment to a proper life in England. Nicole and Derek from COAP return in supporting roles here and wayward cousin Ian Traywick is introduced and will surely star in the author's next story. An enjoyable read that I recommend to those looking for a good adventure story and for a couple that really has to work to be together. Can't wait for Ian's story!
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Summary: Engaging adventure with a sensual and conflicted couple
Review: I enjoyed the author's first book CAPTAIN OF ALL PLEASURES and looked forward to reading this story. For some reason her hero, Grant Sutherland kept bringing to mind Damien Knight (without the shell-shock) from Gaelen Foley's LORD OF ICE (one of my fave books) in that both were stiff, formal men ruled by a strict code of honor. Honor that is sorely tested by an unconventional, high spirited young woman - in this case castaway Victoria Dearbourne. Second son Grant Sutherland has been a sea captain as well as acting as a stand-in for his elder brother Derek, the Earl of Stanhope, managing his estates for four years until his brother took up his responsibilities. That experience has made Grant yearn for lands of his own, so when the elderly and heir-less Earl of Belmont offers his estate in payment for Grant leading an expedition to locate his long lost granddaughter, Grant accepts his offer. Victoria, her parents and governess Camellia Scott were lost eight years ago in a shipwreck in the South Pacific. Grant is determined to find her and bring her home and claim his reward in due time. When he finally finds her, she is determined not to be caught (she doesn't know his true motives, now does she?) and, until she can figure it out, she leads him on a merry chase across the island eluding and frustrating him. Tori and her companion Cammie have survived by their wits for years and they do not trust this invasion of men into their isolated world. Men have come to the island before after all, and not with the most honorable intentions. While trying to decide whether to trust these newcomers or not, Tori sends them on a wild goose chase all over the island until Sutherland finally finds her and convinces her to come home with him. On the journey home, Grant fights his attraction to her in the face of her determination to woo him! But he's not made of stone and so he eventually gives in to his attraction to her considerable charms. But Tori is having some difficulty adjusting to the restrictive life of a proper young Englishwoman and soon learns that she is not the biddable, proper kind of woman that Grant plans to take to wife. She feels utterly betrayed and decides to move on with her life without Grant. And eventhough all his friends and family think he is an idiot, he sticks to his conviction that Tori is not right for him. But when the truth finally sinks in, can he win her back? A nice story of opposites attracting and of a hero who has to finally set aside some long-held beliefs for love. And Cammie has her own story line that will satisfy readers after all her suffering and adjustment to a proper life in England. Nicole and Derek from COAP return in supporting roles here and wayward cousin Ian Traywick is introduced and will surely star in the author's next story. An enjoyable read that I recommend to those looking for a good adventure story and for a couple that really has to work to be together. Can't wait for Ian's story!
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Summary: Better Than The First!!!
Review: I really enjoyed Ms. Cole's first novel "The Captain of All Pleasure" and anxiously awaited her latest effort. Trust me it was well worth the wait, and in my opinion better than the first.
The characters, action, and chemistry all combined to make a this read not only a pleasure to read, but fun. Victoria and Grant were wonderful main characters. Their angst and conflict was not over the top and was actually true to form for both characters. Victoria was a true free spirit, and Grant could not have been more uptight. I know how could these two different people fall in love? You'll just have to read the book. Secondary characters such as Cammy, and Grant's family (yes, they are all back) only add to the story. They are not "behind the scene" characters used as filler. They actually play a very important and at time funny parts. I laughed and I cried. A true sign that a book is excellent if you can care about the characters enough to feel an emotion. Also a sign of a talented author that can draw that reaction from a reader!
Ms. Cole is truly a talented author, and one that I will now buy simply because her name is on the cover. I am hoping her next effort won't be long in coming and that it might just be Ian's story (hint, hint...). In any event this is a read that I highly recommend that you add to your "must read" list. Trust me you won't be sorry.
Official Reviewer for www.romancedesigns.com
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Summary: enjoyable Victorian romance
Review: In 1850, a storm wrecks the ship Serendipity. Young Victoria Dearbourne, her mom and her pragmatic companion Miss Cammy Scott survive the disaster having been shipwrecked on an Oceania deserted island. Not long afterward, Victoria's mom dies from her injuries. Eight years later, Victoria's grandfather hired Captain Grant Sutherland to learn if any of his relatives survived and if so to bring them home. Nine searches have failed, but on the tenth Grant and crew locate Victoria and a somewhat befuddled Cammy. They bring the marooned pair back to England in triumph. However, after living free in the wild, Victoria struggles to return to the corset lifestyle of Victorian England although falling in love with her heroic rescuer makes it easier to readapt. PRICE OF PLEASURE is an enjoyable Victorian romance due to the antics of the lead female protagonist who is the personification of "How 'Ya Gonna Keep 'Em Down On The Farm? (After They've Seen Paree)" though her big city was a island wilderness. The story line is fun to follow due to Victoria's struggle to adapt to polite society. Cammy is an intriguing sidekick and Grant and his main crewmember are solid protagonists. Still this is Victoria's tale, as she must make life choices. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: enjoyable Victorian romance
Review: In 1850, a storm wrecks the ship Serendipity. Young Victoria Dearbourne, her mom and her pragmatic companion Miss Cammy Scott survive the disaster having been shipwrecked on an Oceania deserted island. Not long afterward, Victoria's mom dies from her injuries. Eight years later, Victoria's grandfather hired Captain Grant Sutherland to learn if any of his relatives survived and if so to bring them home. Nine searches have failed, but on the tenth Grant and crew locate Victoria and a somewhat befuddled Cammy. They bring the marooned pair back to England in triumph. However, after living free in the wild, Victoria struggles to return to the corset lifestyle of Victorian England although falling in love with her heroic rescuer makes it easier to readapt. PRICE OF PLEASURE is an enjoyable Victorian romance due to the antics of the lead female protagonist who is the personification of "How 'Ya Gonna Keep 'Em Down On The Farm? (After They've Seen Paree)" though her big city was a island wilderness. The story line is fun to follow due to Victoria's struggle to adapt to polite society. Cammy is an intriguing sidekick and Grant and his main crewmember are solid protagonists. Still this is Victoria's tale, as she must make life choices. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: wonderful reading
Review: Kresley Cole has outdone herself. Her steamy, action packed romance novel is wonderful. I sat upight as I turned the pages looking for the next part of the adventure. She certainly knows how to hold the reader's attention, and of course, there are many, many passages that need to be reread several times!! This young novelist is well on her way to the top.
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Summary: Sensual Tropical Tale!
Review: Set in 1850, Victoria Dearbourne is marooned on a deserted island when her ship is wrecked in a terrible storm. Her mother's back broken, her father dead and Miss Cammy Scott her sole companion, Victoria learns to survive in the tropical environment. Spearing fish, building shelters and avoiding dangerous sailors becomes a way of life for her. Keeping a meticulous journal helps her to keep track of the passing time. She also has books and a few other items to help her maintain some connection with her former life.
Captain Grant Sutherland, hired by Victoria's grandfather, is on yet another expedition to find the Dearbournes. Eight years have past but still Victoria's grandfather believes he will find his missing family. Captain Sutherland takes his mission very seriously. When they find the island Victoria is on, it proves much more difficult to rescue her than anticipated. No longer a lady of propriety, Victoria is an independent free spirit who wants to be rescued on her terms. Her companion, Cammy is sick and needs to leave and they eventually go with the Captain. As their attraction grows, Captain Sutherland tries to resist his feelings towards her, feeling a sense of duty and propriety must come first. Victoria, however, has decided she will have the handsome Captain!
This sensual tale set in the tropics and later in polite English society holds you fast as you find yourself wanting to watch Victoria go from one setting to another and ultimately break down Captain Sutherland's resolve. Author Kresley Cole has provided the perfect read to escape with!
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Summary: A must read
Review: This book was awesome, everything was perfectly done, you have your typical cold Englishman who seems to feel nothing but is secretly and wildly passionate, then you have your heroine, who was stranded for 9 years on an island and finally rescued by the hero who was paid by her grandfather to find her.
I found her writing style a bit similar to Brenda Joyce but she has a unique spin in her own right. Don't want to give it all away but it is a worthy read for women who want to travel in time and find a heroine and hero who was worth your precious time.
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