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Historical Romance Review: Stolen Splendor by Evelyn Hanna

Posted on December 30, 2023January 19, 2024 by IntrovertReader

Stolen Splendor by Evelyn Hanna—a pseudonym for Michael Dyne and Ethel Frank—is a post-Civil War romance featuring a quasi-love triangle with a resilient Southern belle, a hard-nosed businessman, and a newspaper owner determined to take him down. 4 Stars

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Historical Romance Review: Rapture’s Angel by Sylvie F. Sommerfield

Posted on November 20, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

In Rapture’s Angel by Sylvie F. Sommerfield, star-crossed lovers face challenges, including an evil man, a marriage of convenience turned to love, and efforts to destroy their relationship. 4 Stars

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Historical Romance Review: Passion’s Prize by Barbara Ankrum

Posted on November 13, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

Passion’s Prize is a Zebra Heartfire romance from 1990, later republished as Holt’s Gamble, the first in the “Wild Western Hearts” series by Barbara Ankrum. 4 Stars

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Historical Romance Review: The Bargain by Jane Ashford

Posted on November 6, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

The Bargain by Jane Ashford is Regency with a supernatural twist. If you’re in the mood for a romance with a touch of mystery but don’t mind a slower pace, this book may be just what you’re looking for. 4 Stars

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Historical Romance Review: Ecstasy’s Dawn by Rochelle Wayne

Posted on October 16, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

Rochelle Wayne, author of Ecstasy’s Dawn, which Blue Falcon reviews here, is known for her emotional writing style and well-developed supporting characters. 4 Stars

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Historical Romance Review: Fortune’s Choice by Michalann Perry

Posted on October 2, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

Fortune’s Choice by Michalann Perry is a historical romance featuring two very diverse sisters who make for an intriguing character study. 4 Stars

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Category Romance Review: The Shining of Love by Emma Darcy

Posted on September 27, 2023November 28, 2023 by IntrovertReader

The Shining of Love by Emma Darcy is an emotionally charged and captivating Harlequin that explores forbidden love and the pursuit of happiness. 5 Stars

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Category Romance Review: Love Conquers All by Roseanne Williams

Posted on September 20, 2023November 28, 2023 by IntrovertReader

Love Conquers All by Roseanne Williams, stars a heroine with an exotic career and an Asian-American hero–rare in a retro romance from 1991. 4 Stars

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Historical Romance Review: Prairie Embrace By Rosanne Bittner

Posted on September 11, 2023January 23, 2024 by Blue Falcon

Prairie Embrace by Rosanne Bittner is a Western and Native American Zebra historical romance involving abuse, love, and resilience. 4 stars

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Historical Romance Review: Rapture’s Dream by Carol Finch

Posted on August 7, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

Rapture’s Dream is a solid Zebra historical romance by Carol Finch, starring a heroic heroine who disguises herself as a boy and a ship captain hero tormented by nightmares. 4 Stars

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