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Historical Romance Review: Midnight Fires by Carol Finch

May 16, 2022May 15, 2022 Blue Falcon No Comments

This review is of Midnight Fires by Carol Finch. This Zebra historical romance set during the war of 1812 is a typical Carol Finch book. It's very good, but lacking the dynamic qualities to make it great. 4 stars Read more

4 stars, Book Review, Historical Romance, Kensington, Romance, Walter Popp, year 1984, Zebra Historical Romance

Covers of the Week #58

May 15, 2022May 15, 2022 jacquelinediaz No Comments

For the week of Monday, May 16, to Sunday, May 22, 2022, we're trying not to laugh at these heroes who are attempting to put the moves on their heroines who aren't having any of it! Read more

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Historical Romance Review: Sweet Savage Surrender by Kathryn Hockett

May 14, 2022May 2, 2022 IntrovertReader No Comments

Sweet Savage Surrender, a Zebra Lovegram, was written by mother-daughter duo Marcia Hockett and Kathryn Kramer, aka Kathryn Hockett. It's a romance between two lovers from different worlds. I was not a fun book to experience and one of the dullest I've ever finished. .5 stars Read more

1 star, Book Review, Diane Sivavec, Historical Romance, Kensington, Romance, year 1990, Zebra Lovegram

Historical Romance Review: Pirate’s Wild Paradise by Kate Douglas

May 9, 2022May 7, 2022 Blue Falcon No Comments

This review is of Pirate’s Wild Paradise a standalone Zebra romance from February 1989 by Kate Douglas. The book starts in Port Royale, Jamaica, with the heroine about to get married. However, her ceremony is interrupted by our hero and Jamie’s former lover. 3 stars Read more

3 stars, Book Review, Historical Romance, Kensington, Pino, Romance, year 1989, Zebra Lovegram

Historical Romance Review: Shanna by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss

May 7, 2022May 7, 2022 IntrovertReader

In 1977 Kathleen E. Woodiwiss’ long-awaited third novel made romance history as Avon released Shanna in trade paperback edition. I've long had a tenuous relationship with Woodiwiss' romances., but I am glad I read Shanna. 3.74 stars Read more

3 stars and a half, Avon, Bodice Ripper, Book Review, Historical Romance, Kathleen E. Woodiwiss, Romance, Tom Hall, year 1977

Covers of the Week #56

May 1, 2022May 1, 2022 jacquelinediaz No Comments

Heidi Oberheide's covers express a soft sensuality, often displaying a glorious abundance of bright flowers. From Monday, May 1, 2022, to Sunday, May 6, 2022, Covers of the Week spotlights the romantic illustrations of Heidi Oberheide. Read more

Cover Artists, Covers of the Week, Romance

Historical Romance Review: Texas Temptation by Gina Robins

April 25, 2022May 2, 2022 Blue Falcon No Comments

This review is of Texas Temptation a standalone by Gina Robins (a pseudonym for author Connie Feddersen, aka Connie Finch) published by Zebra/Kensington, October 1989. 4 stars Read more

4 stars, Book Review, Diane Sivavec, Historical Romance, Kensington, Romance, year 1989, Zebra Lovegram

Covers of the Week #54 – Renato Aime

April 17, 2022April 28, 2022 jacquelinediaz 2 Comments

Renato Aime was among the many talented artists of Italian heritage who entered the romance novel illustration field during the 1980s. For the week of Monday, April 18, 2022, to Sunday, April 24, 2022, our Covers of the Week focuses on the romance novel covers by Renato Aime. Read more

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Historical Romance Review: The Silver Link by Patricia Potter

April 16, 2022May 2, 2022 IntrovertReader No Comments

Harlequin Historical #63 In Patricia Potter's The Silver Link, Antonia and Tristan are from two different worlds, but their love unites them in a link that can never be severed Read more

4 stars, Book Review, Harlequin, Harlequin Historical, Historical Romance, Pino, year 1990

Historical Romance Review: Dakota Flame by Sonya T. Pelton

April 6, 2022May 2, 2022 Blue Falcon No Comments

This review is of Dakota Flame, a standalone novel from July 1989 by Sonya T. Pelton. (Published by Zebra/Kensington). The book begins in Mankato, Minnesota, December 1862. 2.52 stars Read more

2 stars and a half, Book Review, Historical Romance, Kensington, Pino, Romance, year 1989, Zebra Lovegram

Historical Romance Review: Defy Not the Heart by Johanna Lindsey

March 16, 2022May 2, 2022 IntrovertReader No Comments

Defy Not the Heart is a favorite of mine. It's a wonderful, funny, and romantic medieval historical romance by the late, great Johanna Lindsey. 5 stars Read more

5 stars, Avon, Book Review, Elaine Duillo, Historical Romance, Johanna Lindsey, year 1989

Historical Romance Review: Texas Triumph by Victoria Thompson

March 14, 2022May 2, 2022 Blue Falcon No Comments

This review is of Texas Triumph, #2 in the “The Cowboy and the Lady” series by Victoria Thompson. This is the follow-up to her book, Texas Treasure. Read more

3 stars, Book Review, Historical Romance, John Ennis, Kensington, Romance, year 1987, Zebra Lovegram

Historical Romance Review: Gentle Rogue by Johanna Lindsey

March 9, 2022May 2, 2022 IntrovertReader 2 Comments

In Gentle Rogue by Johanna Lindsey, her popular Malory series romance, ex-pirate James Malory meets his match in Georgina, an American girl disguised as his cabin boy! 5 stars Read more

5 stars, Avon, Book Review, Elaine Duillo, Historical Romance, Johanna Lindsey, year 1990

Covers of the Week #48 George Ziel

March 6, 2022March 8, 2022 jacquelinediaz No Comments

George Ziel, nee Jerzy Zielezinski, was born in Poland on March 28, 1914. George Ziel's dark artwork was gloriously suited for Gothics, but he also had a talent for displaying the epic drama of romance. For the week of Monday, March 7, 2022, to Sunday, March 13, 2022, we're showing off the exquisite artwork of cover illustrator George Ziel. Read more

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Covers of the Week #47

February 27, 2022February 26, 2022 jacquelinediaz No Comments

Artist Daniel Crouse created covers for primarily category romance books. He worked for Harlequin, Dell, and other publishers. For the week of Monday, January 31, 2022, to Sunday, February 6, 2022, we're highlighting a sample of categcovers by Dan Crouse! Read more

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Category Romance Review: A Perfect Marriage by Laurey Bright

February 26, 2022May 2, 2022 IntrovertReader 1 Comment

Silhouette Intimate Moments #621 It's difficult for me to give Laurey Bright's A Perfect Marriage a coherent review because it's a romance novel that deals with adultery. 3 stars Read more

3 stars, Book Review, Category romance, Contemporary Romance, Diane Sivavec, Silhouette, Silhouette Intimate Moments, year 1995

Historical Romance Review: Captive Angel by Deana James

February 24, 2022May 2, 2022 IntrovertReader 3 Comments

Deana James' romance Captive Angel was an emotional, turbulent Zebra Lovegram romance with a heroine who was forged in fire and a hero not worthy to lick her boots. One of the best non-romance romances 5 stars Read more

5 stars, Book Review, Deana James, Historical Romance, Kensington, Pino, Romance, year 1988, Zebra Historical Romance

Historical Romance Review: And Gold Was Ours by Rebecca Brandewyne

February 18, 2022May 2, 2022 IntrovertReader 1 Comment

And Gold Was Ours is a sequel of sorts to Rebecca Brandewyne‘s Love, Cherish Me. I’d consider this more of a companion piece. While both novels have Brandewyne’s hallmark baroque-gothic atmosphere, And Gold Was Ours is not as dark and emotional as its predecessor. 3.63 stars Read more

3 stars and a half, Book Review, Elaine Duillo, Historical Romance, Paranormal Romance, Rebecca Brandewyne, Romance, year 1984

Covers of the Week #43

January 30, 2022May 1, 2022 jacquelinediaz No Comments

George H. Jones was an artist with amazing talent. While not as well-known as Duillo, Pino, or McGinnis, his work is equally as compelling. For the week of Monday, February 7, 2022, to Sunday, February 13, let's appreciate the handiwork of George H. Jones. Read more

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Category Romance Review: Melting Ice by Rosalie Ash

January 29, 2022May 3, 2022 IntrovertReader No Comments

Melting Ice by Rosalie Ash is a hard little book to find in its original form. It was released by Mills & Boon in 1989 but only published as a special edition for Harlequin Romance subscribers. The book was #55 of that line. I'd give Melting Ice 2.95 stars. Read more

3 stars, Book Review, Category romance, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Romance, Romance, Will Davies, year 1989

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