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Mostly Trilogy #1
Mostly Married
Where there's a will . . . there's a wedding.
When and why did he say "I do?" Lucas Holbrook, the Duke of Wakefield, cannot recall the marriage ceremony now that he has awakened to find sweet Charity, a fiery-haired beauty, nestled in his arms. The impertinent female insists she is his lawful wife—and that they have been together a twelvemonth. But he has no memory of the year gone by, in Scotland, far from his ancestral home and vast estates, after a shipwreck cast him ashore more dead than alive. Though Charity Fergusson's quick thinking and kindness saved his life, he must return to England—and the woman who waits for him there.
But Charity conceives an ingenious plan to win him back. If all is fair in love and war, then silk and satin will be her armor. She will play the role of a fine lady and pay a visit to his grand relations under an assumed name—for she knows that the only home for her is by his side, whether it be in a castle or a cave. He is her husband . . . and the only man she will ever love.
When and why did he say "I do?" Lucas Holbrook, the Duke of Wakefield, cannot recall the marriage ceremony now that he has awakened to find sweet Charity, a fiery-haired beauty, nestled in his arms. The impertinent female insists she is his lawful wife—and that they have been together a twelvemonth. But he has no memory of the year gone by, in Scotland, far from his ancestral home and vast estates, after a shipwreck cast him ashore more dead than alive. Though Charity Fergusson's quick thinking and kindness saved his life, he must return to England—and the woman who waits for him there.
But Charity conceives an ingenious plan to win him back. If all is fair in love and war, then silk and satin will be her armor. She will play the role of a fine lady and pay a visit to his grand relations under an assumed name—for she knows that the only home for her is by his side, whether it be in a castle or a cave. He is her husband . . . and the only man she will ever love.
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published April 1, 2004
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About the author
Lisa Manuel
5 books3 followersLisa Manuel was born on New England, USA and she grew up with a deep appreciation for the rich history of her surroundings. Now she enjoys a busy life in the warmth of the South Florida sunshine with her husband of more than twenty-five years and their two wonderful and very talented daughters. But, she and her family love to travel, especially throughout the British Isles and Ireland, and she's never happier than when exploring historic sites such as castle ruins, ancient abbeys, or the rambling gardens of old country manors.
Lisa Manuel, now also writes as Allison Chase. She is a member of the RWA and the Florida Romance Writers, and in large part credits both organizations for her success as a romance author. In adition to travel, the inspiration also comes from reading books by fellow authors, many of whom have become good friends as well as mentors over the years. Before she ever sat down to write, she was an avid reader and continues to enjoy a fairly wide variety of styles and genres. Her favorite romance subgenres are historical, paranormal, and romantic suspense. She also loves historical fiction and nonfiction, her favorite eras being the Middle Ages, Tudor times and the Regency. Her hobbies include archery and collecting period costumes. In a pinch, she can be anyone from Maid Marion to a Celtic Queen to Jane Austen!
Lisa Manuel, now also writes as Allison Chase. She is a member of the RWA and the Florida Romance Writers, and in large part credits both organizations for her success as a romance author. In adition to travel, the inspiration also comes from reading books by fellow authors, many of whom have become good friends as well as mentors over the years. Before she ever sat down to write, she was an avid reader and continues to enjoy a fairly wide variety of styles and genres. Her favorite romance subgenres are historical, paranormal, and romantic suspense. She also loves historical fiction and nonfiction, her favorite eras being the Middle Ages, Tudor times and the Regency. Her hobbies include archery and collecting period costumes. In a pinch, she can be anyone from Maid Marion to a Celtic Queen to Jane Austen!
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July 17, 2022
An interesting take on the amnesia trope! What happens when a character with amnesia carries on with their life and then their amnesia is resolved? This is how this book starts. The hero has built a life with the heroine and boom! He has an accident of sorts and wakes up with his old memories intact.
The book had me somewhat concerned about 80% through that the author was going to make HUGE unforgivable historical blunder, but phew! That didn't happen.
I likely won't keep this paperback on my shelf to reread but it was enjoyable regardless.
The book had me somewhat concerned about 80% through that the author was going to make HUGE unforgivable historical blunder, but phew! That didn't happen.
I likely won't keep this paperback on my shelf to reread but it was enjoyable regardless.
February 12, 2021
Luke came to Charity washed away at sea. He wakes up and doesn’t remember anything about his past. They end up getting married. A year later, someone bonks Luke over the head. He wakes up and doesn’t remember anything about his past. But this time, he exclusively forgot his wife. So Luke tries to go back home to his station as Duke, sans the farmwife. But Charity won’t be so easily left behind. She decides to follow him and... I don’t know... wait for him to be her husband again? But they end up falling in love a second time.
I didn’t realize this book would be about the heroine chasing the hero. I skimmed the summary. Oops. There wasn’t anything exactly wrong with the book. I just prefer more alfalfa heroes who are sure of themselves and what they want.
Safety notes: Luke has a separate fiancé whom he kisses and hugs and things. But he says that he’s only attracted to Charity. There’s no cheating except lying about already being married to Charity.
I wouldn’t reread this or keep it on my shelf, but I would recommend it if you like the heroine-tries-to-get-hero-back thing.
I didn’t realize this book would be about the heroine chasing the hero. I skimmed the summary. Oops. There wasn’t anything exactly wrong with the book. I just prefer more alfalfa heroes who are sure of themselves and what they want.
Safety notes: Luke has a separate fiancé whom he kisses and hugs and things. But he says that he’s only attracted to Charity. There’s no cheating except lying about already being married to Charity.
I wouldn’t reread this or keep it on my shelf, but I would recommend it if you like the heroine-tries-to-get-hero-back thing.
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March 23, 2017Author is also Allison Chase, liked her Her Majesty's Secret Servants books, interested in trying this one too.
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