The Indigo Blade

Rating:
Summary: Ho-hum
Review: Been there. Done that. While it clearly says on the cover "inspired by The Scarlet Pimpernel" that doesn't quite cover it. Perhaps it should say "insipid copy of Scarlet Pimpernel". . .but not bothered with all that character development stuff. It's not that the hero isn't likable or that the heroine isn't likable, it's that the whole book is predictable. The story takes the well worn path without finding any new bumps in the road. I don't mind following formula, but I would like some interesting twists of character, turns of phrase, or just my fair share of delicious scenes. This book just didn't deliver that. It's not that the book is bad (it's not that original) it's just I've read it before, and I'll read it again -- better. All in all, I found this one very forgetable.

Rating:
Summary: Okay but not up to The Scarlette Pimpernal
Review: If one has never read the Scarlette Pimpernal, then this an excellent book. For those that have, it's not a bad book, but you find yourself missing the excitement of the original. The plot is fast-paced, but there is no real sense of urgency here, you never wait with baited breath to find out what happens next. That's what I loved about the original, and what i missed here

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Summary: A PERENNIAL FAVOURITE!
Review: Indeed the story of a hero disguised as a fop and leading a dual life has been written time and time again but here, Linda Jones managed to sustain the level of excitement and intrigue and keep the story flowing smoothly throughout.

Only the storyline mirrored that of The Scarlet Pimpernel, the rest of the story and the ingenious plots were original even down to the misunderstanding that wrought a rift between husband and wife immediately after the wedding, the misunderstanding that prevented Maximillian Broderick from revealing the truth about his real purpose in life to his wife, Penelope.

I would go so far as to say that The Indigo Blade surpassed that of The Scarlet Pimpernel in the romance department. My only grouse is that Maximillian got off too lightly for the misery he caused Penelope. But I guess the author wanted to press on with more serious issues rather than having Penelope exact a more fitting retribution on her husband.

I like this book so much so that I went and bought a second copy so that I could lend it to my friends and still retain one myself.

Highly recommended for a thrilling read!

Rating:
Summary: Not-to-be-missed romance!
Review: Linda Jones's marvelously unique writing style has created yet another fabulous read with "The Indigo Blade," a not-to-be-missed romance. Although based on "legendary lovers," this familiar story takes on new life thanks to Ms. Jones's skillful writing. With a delectable hero, an admirable heroine and a host of incredible secondary characters, this is a book you'll put on your "keeper" shelf.

Rating:
Summary: Not-to-be-missed romance!
Review: Linda Jones's marvelously unique writing style has created yet another fabulous read with "The Indigo Blade," a not-to-be-missed romance. Although based on "legendary lovers," this familiar story takes on new life thanks to Ms. Jones's skillful writing. With a delectable hero, an admirable heroine and a host of incredible secondary characters, this is a book you'll put on your "keeper" shelf.