Lady
Lancaster Garden Society
Book
Two
Catherine
Hemmerling
Genre: Historical Romance
Publisher: Entangled Publishing.
Date of Publication: 9-9-13
ASIN: B00EMTDL4C
Number of pages: 174
Book Description:
When the two are thrown together
to investigate a potential poisoning mystery, neither expects the sparks that
fly. Simon discovers that Rose is, in face, a brilliant sleuth and - even
better - hides a delectable body beneath her flowing skirts. Suddenly, falling
into bed may be the best idea either has heard, but can Simon convince Rose his
romancing is forever?
Short
Excerpt
“Ah, yes...” Simon said
haltingly, unable to believe that Lady Lancaster had suggested he dance with
Rose. Usually when he poured on his charm, the older ladies did everything in
their power to keep the young impressionable girls away from him. Of course, he
was engaged to Rose, so perhaps that accounted for the woman’s unusual
decision.
Turning to Rose, Simon saw that
she too was surprised by the dowager’s recommendation. She also appeared
displeased by it. Most young ladies fawned over him and when he asked one to
dance, they would practically swoon with delight. But Rose seemed almost
disgusted by the idea.
Pride pricked, Simon came to a
decision. This dance would be the best Rose had ever experienced—one she would
never forget.
Pulling himself up straight and
tall, Simon adopted the most sincere mien he could and asked, “Rose, may I have
this dance?”
Rose nodded and accepted Simon’s
arm and together they walked to the dance floor.
Soon they were moving gracefully
around the ballroom floor...in complete silence. Rose was gazing absently over
Simon’s shoulder and Simon was trying in vain to come up with something witty
and interesting to say.
While deciding to impress Rose
enough for her to never again regret having to dance with him, Simon took a
moment to get a better look at his betrothed. Something was different about her
tonight, but he just couldn’t put his finger on what.
Review
Learning at a young age that he was betrothed to a young girl, Simon Trumbell did his best to act the part of holy terror and rake as he grew up. Not wanting to be attached to a woman he felt nothing for, did not sit well with Simon even as they grew up.
Rose Warren is an enigma, Simon thinks she is just another young woman who is more interested in society gossip rather than the intriguing young woman she has become. When Simon realizes there is more to his betrothed then he thought, he begins to rethink his stance on Rose and marriage as they embroil themselves in solving a murder mystery.
Sweet story, I thought that Rose was a delightful character. On one hand she is shy and timid, but she surprises you when she gets excited about showing her knowledge. Very fun read.
Learning at a young age that he was betrothed to a young girl, Simon Trumbell did his best to act the part of holy terror and rake as he grew up. Not wanting to be attached to a woman he felt nothing for, did not sit well with Simon even as they grew up.
Rose Warren is an enigma, Simon thinks she is just another young woman who is more interested in society gossip rather than the intriguing young woman she has become. When Simon realizes there is more to his betrothed then he thought, he begins to rethink his stance on Rose and marriage as they embroil themselves in solving a murder mystery.
Sweet story, I thought that Rose was a delightful character. On one hand she is shy and timid, but she surprises you when she gets excited about showing her knowledge. Very fun read.
Catherine Hemmerling has been a
technical writer in the software industry for nearly twenty years and has
published many user manuals and technical documentation in that time. She has
always had a love of writing fiction but has never pursued publication in that
genre until now.
Hopefully it is the beginning of
a long new journey with Lady Lancaster and the Garden Society girls. Certainly
historical romance (especially the scandalous kind) is more fun than writing
technical documents!
This author happily resides in
Tehachapi, California (near Bakersfield - home of her Alma-mater!) with her
family.
Catherine writes for Entangled
Publishing's Scandalous historical line and is thrilled to be part of their
family of writers!
Website: http://www.catherinehemmerling.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/catherinehem
Oh, Catherine, I'm so glad to be introduced to you today on this blog! Historical romance is my thing and this story sounds like a lovely romance. Thanks so much for this post! BTW, I'm in California too--Sacramento. jdh2690@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI love historical romances and this sounds like a great read!
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