The Parfit Knight

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Summary: Another treat from the past
Review: Here is another splendid little book which I found in a UBS a few months ago. Although the author does not tell us the exact date for the events in the novel, it is fair to say that it is probably more of a "Georgian" than a "Regency". Probably the main difference in these two subgenre, when they are done well, is that the Georgian presents a more languid and stately scheme of events and behaviour. In this novel, the hero Lord Amberley, is elegant and refined with some characteristics that are best described as languid rather than energetic. After many years he encounters Rosalind Vernon who was the victim of an accident in which he was involved but for which he was not truly responsible. Much of the frame of this novel sets out his inner thoughts and feelings as he comes to terms with loving a woman for whom he fosters much guilt. Whilst sponsoring Rosalind to a season in London, thinking he will allow her to blossom, Rosalind sets him free and he comes to depend upon her more than she upon him despite her blindness. Her clarity of thought, brightness of spirit and love and loyalty allow him to focus his own life so that they may join together in what will be, one feels, a truly happy marriage.

The author seems to have had a brief output. A shame, this, because this book was terribly attractive, well written with interesting and well-rounded adult characters.

I do recommend this - look out for a copy!

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Summary: A Voice to Be Cherished
Review: Rosalind Vernon robbed of her sight by childhood accident, had no idea that the cherished voice at her door, belonged to a notorious rake. Marquis of Amberley had distinguished himself in gaming room and boudoir alike. Now, stranded by snowfall, he became enamored of his innocent hostess. And she, who had lived in seclusion, welcomed his lively wit and distinctive charm

Rating:
Summary: I loooooooooooooooooved this book
Review: This is one of my fave books.I feel the need to borrow it from
the library every six months or so.I have always loved Amberley's
deliciously absurd sense of humour.I loved Rosalind's character.
I also loved Nurse&Broody.