What a rarity in the romance genre was Heart of the Falcon, a historical about lovers in ancient Egypt. This is author Suzanne Robinson’s only romance set in Egypt. 3 1/2 stars
Updates #4
It’s hard to believe this vintage romance blog is only a month old, as it’s taken up so much of my time trying to put it together. Besides researching authors, publishing houses, and cover artists, I’ve been reviewing books and tweaking the site to make it more user-friendly with plenty of links and additions to the menu.
Category Romance Review: Crescendo by Charlotte Lamb
Harlequin Presents #451 Crescendo by Charlotte Lamb A mysterious man enters a young woman’s life, but does she know him already? 5 stars
Category Romance Review: My Heart’s Undoing by Phyllis Halldorson
My Heart’s Undoing by Phyllis Halldorson follows Colleen’s unrequited love for Erik, who becomes engaged to her cousin. After a twist of events, they marry but face challenges when her cousin returns. 3 stars
Covers of the Week #3: Spring Stepbacks
Ah, the beauty of Spring! For the week of April 26 to May 2, these are my picks for stunning romance covers to gaze upon!
Link: The Washington Post Reports How the Romance Genre Found Its Happily Ever After
Washington Post journalist Angela Haupt spoke with a dozen major players in the romance novel industry to write this engaging article about the evolution of the romance genre:
Category Romance Review: Carnival by Jenna Ryan
The setting of Carnival, a Harlequin Intrigue by Jenna Ryan, is the dark, dreary English moors. It’s a well-plotted romantic suspense book that will keep you on your toes. 3 stars
Category Romance Review: Love Unspoken by Carole Mortimer
Harlequin Presents #636 Carole Mortimer’s Love Unspoken is one of those infamously controversial Harlequin Presents where readers can’t stop talking about it. 4 1/2 stars
Category Romance Review: Knight to the Rescue by Miranda Lee
Knight to the Rescue is a cute, enjoyable Miranda Lee romance about a stranger who comes to mousy young Audrey’s aid when her boyfriend cruelly dumps her.
Category Romance Book Review: The Secret Baby by Day Leclaire
Harlequin Romance #3457 The Secret Baby Day Leclaire Damien plans revenge on Sable who left him to marry his business rival. Is her son his? 2 1/2 stars