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To see a Stranger

Category Romance Review: To See a Stranger by Kate Cartwright

Posted on July 7, 2021October 20, 2023 by arkansasannie

In a way, Kate Cartwright’s To See a Stranger is a fine novel. It’s well-written. It ticks most of the boxes. But it still disappointed me. 2 Stars

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Category Romance Review: Easy Lovin’ by Candace Schuler

Posted on June 6, 2021November 28, 2023 by IntrovertReader

Harlequin Temptation #331 Candace Schuler Easy Lovin’ is slow romance written by an author who’s produced much better books. Kate Hightower is a prim and proper miss who’s always done what’s expected of her. Except now, she’s running away from her life, having left her fiance at the altar. She’s not sure what she wants, but it’s definitely a drastic change. So she goes to New Orleans to find herself. 1 star

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Historical Romance Review: The Heir by Johanna Lindsey

Posted on June 5, 2021November 10, 2022 by IntrovertReader

Was this tepid, dull romance actually penned by Johanna Lindsey? The Heir was Lindsey’s first book where I noticed a weird change. Previously, if there was a Lindsey I didn’t like, it was due to a meandering plot or excessive fighting between the leads. There is friendship for sure in this one, but romantic isn’t what I’d call the relationship between Duncan and Sabrina. 2 stars

Lightning that lingers

Category Romance Review: Lightning That Lingers by Sharon and Tom Curtis

Posted on June 3, 2021November 10, 2022 by IntrovertReader

Lightning That Lingers by Sharon and Tom Curtis. It wasn’t the worst thing I’ve come across, not by any means. But neither was it was I’d call an enjoyable book. Lightning That Lingers by Sharon and Tom Curtis has received acclaim from many readers. By no means was this a terrible piece of fiction, but I found it didn’t mesh with my personal tastes. It was…not subtle. 2 1/2 stars

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Historical Romance Review: Halfway to Paradise by Emily Bradshaw

Posted on May 29, 2021October 20, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Halfway to Paradise by Emily Bradshaw wasn’t the worst book ever, but it was exceptionally dull. Only the stunning Elaine Duillo artwork for the cover saves this book from the garbage pile. 1.5 Stars

Historical Romance Review: Sweet Stolen Passion by Jolene Prewit-Parker

Posted on May 21, 2021October 20, 2023 by IntrovertReader

Sweet Stolen Passion by Jolene Prewit-Parker is a Zebra historical Lovegram Romance that is, unfortunately, a disappointing read.

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Historical Romance Review: Storm Maiden by Mary Gilgannon

Posted on April 30, 2021October 20, 2023 by IntrovertReader

Mary Gilgannon’s Storm Maiden is a Viking historical romance novel about a captor and his captive set in medieval Ireland and Norway. It features a strong heroine, but the injured hero is too beta for my tastes. 2.5 Stars

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Category Romance Review: A Convenient Bridegroom by Helen Bianchin

Posted on April 27, 2021November 28, 2023 by IntrovertReader

Harlequin Presents #2067 A Convenient Bridegroom Helen Bianchin Boring wedding porn 1 star

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Historical Romance Review: Highland Tryst by Jean Canavan

Posted on April 11, 2021June 5, 2023 by IntrovertReader

Sad to say but Highland Tryst by Jean Canavan is one of the most incompetent, dullest historical romances I’ve read…ever. 1 star

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Historical Romance Review: The Innocent by Bertrice Small

Posted on April 9, 2021November 10, 2022 by IntrovertReader

It was a bad sign that Bertrice Small’s The Innocent features one of her dullest covers ever. The lone positive was that it was designed as one last created by legendary artist Elaine Duillo for her dear friend Bertrice. 1 star

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