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Historical Romance Review: Eagle’s Song by Rosanne Bittner

Posted on July 3, 2023January 9, 2024 by Blue Falcon

Eagle’s Song, the seventh book and conclusion to Rosanne Bittner’s western historical romance epic “Savage Destiny” series, is another stellar example of Bittner’s unparalleled storytelling abilities. 5 Stars

Ecstasy's Promise, Constance O'Banyon, Zebra, Ray Kursar

Historical Romance Review: Ecstasy’s Promise by Constance O’Banyon

Posted on June 26, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

Ecstasy’s Promise is a historical romance where two lovers come together during the final days of the US Civil War. It’s a decent first book for author Constance O’Banyon. 3.5 Stars

HEARTS MASQUERADE ENNIS

Covers of the Week #106: Summer of Romance 2023

Posted on June 25, 2023October 30, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Summer has arrived! This Covers of the Week features four exquisite romance covers that capture the steamy sensuality of the season of the sun.

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Victor Gadino Covers for Gordon Merrick’s Gay Romantic Books

Posted on June 23, 2023August 2, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Victor Gadino’s covers were the ideal complement to Gordon Merrick’s groundbreaking gay romance novels, capturing the passion of the stories and contributing to their success as classics.

PALE DAWN DARK SUNSET ANNE MATHER SON SINCLAIR

Covers of the Week #105: Harlequin Presents 1970s

Posted on June 18, 2023June 16, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

For this Covers of the Week, we’re celebrating 50 years of Harlequin Presents, the world’s most popular category romance line. Here we go back to the 1970s to feature covers by artist Don Sinclair.

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Historical Romance Review: Forbidden Embrace by Cassie Edwards

Posted on June 12, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

The Civil War-era romance Forbidden Embrace by Cassie Edwards is a horrendous read where all the characters are unlikable and behave weakly or selfishly. 0.5 Stars

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Historical Romance Review: Ecstasy’s Conquest by Kay McMahon

Posted on May 15, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

Ecstasy’s Conquest, the second Zebra historical romance by Kay McMahon, is not the best book ever. It is, however, a far more enjoyable read than its prequel, McMahon’s first novel, Passion’s Slave. 3.5 stars

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Covers of the Week #101: Francis Marshall and Barbara Cartland

Posted on May 14, 2023October 16, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

For Covers of the Week #101, we look at the beautiful cover art Francis Marshall designed for Barbara Cartland’s romance novels. These iconic images showcase the fashion and historical context of her captivating stories.

Category Romance Review: Impulsive Butterfly by Kay Gregory

Posted on May 10, 2023November 28, 2023 by IntrovertReader

Impulsive Butterfly by Kay Gregory features, quite frankly, a rather skeezy romance where an engaged owner of an employment agency tries to find work for a woman he’s attracted to. 3 Stars

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Historical Romance Review: Wild Western Bride by Rosalyn Alsobrook

Posted on May 8, 2023November 28, 2023 by Blue Falcon

Wild Western Bride by Rosalyn Alsobrook features an unconventional couple who form an unconventional family. It’s not a great romance, but Alsobrook fans should find it enjoyable. 2.5 Stars

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