This review is of Captive Heart by Phoebe Conn, a Zebra Lovegram historical romance novel. Conn’s take on “Beauty and the Beast” is far from classic. 1.5 Stars
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Historical Romance Review: Moonstruck Madness by Laurie McBain
Moonstruck Madness was Laurie McBain’s second and, in my opinion, her best book. It is a thrilling read. 4.5 Stars
Historical Romance Review: The Treacherous Heart by Angela Alexie
The Treacherous Heart by Angela Alexie is a tale of a Gaelic, black-haired, fiery-spirited lass forced by circumstances to become a thief to provide for her family, only to be thwarted by an arrogant, scar-faced, golden-haired Duke
Historical Romance Review: Once a Princess by Johanna Lindsey
Once a Princess was not one of my favorites by Johanna Lindsey. I’d put this in the unremarkable category with books like Glorious Angel and Tender is the Storm. Not her worst, by any means, but not her best either. 2 stars
Vintage Romance Review: Palace of the Peacocks by Violet Winspear
Harlequin Romance #1318 Palace of the Peacocks by Violet Winspear A British woman works for a one-eyed Dutchman in Java in order to earn money to travel home. 3 1/2 stars
Category Romance Review: Call Back Yesterday by Charlotte Lamb
Harlequin Presents #253 Call Back Yesterday by Charlotte Lamb A woman return to her home village and reignites passion with the man she left behind. 4 stars