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The Heiress Series #2
A Song at Twilight
A second chance at love is the sweetest song of all...
A Woman with a Future
Aspiring singer Sophie Tresilian had the world at her feet—fame, fortune, and true love—until the man of her dreams broke her heart. Four years later, Sophie is the toast of Europe, desired and pursued by countless men. And then Robin Pendarvis walks back into her life . . .
A Man with a Past
Four years ago, Robin hoped to make Sophie his bride, but secrets from his past forced him to let her go. Seeing her again revives all the old pain—and all the old passion. Unable to deny the love that still burns between them, they risk everything to be together once more. But will the things that tore them apart in the past endanger their future as well?
A Woman with a Future
Aspiring singer Sophie Tresilian had the world at her feet—fame, fortune, and true love—until the man of her dreams broke her heart. Four years later, Sophie is the toast of Europe, desired and pursued by countless men. And then Robin Pendarvis walks back into her life . . .
A Man with a Past
Four years ago, Robin hoped to make Sophie his bride, but secrets from his past forced him to let her go. Seeing her again revives all the old pain—and all the old passion. Unable to deny the love that still burns between them, they risk everything to be together once more. But will the things that tore them apart in the past endanger their future as well?
400 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 2013
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Pamela Sherwood
37 books69 followersPamela Sherwood grew up in a family of teachers and taught college-level literature and writing courses for several years before turning to writing full time. She holds a doctorate in English literature, specializing in the Romantic and Victorian periods, eras that continue to fascinate her and provide her with countless opportunities for virtual time travel. She lives in Southern California where she continues to write the kind of books she loves to read.
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July 11, 2016
It's hard for me to believe that this only is Pamela Sherwood's second book. Her first book (the first of this series) was a solid 4 - 4.5 star read for me, and this one has hit the jackpot. She is such an accomplished writer, and all the elements fit together. Plus, it is a book of great depth and feeling, and there were parts where I actually started to tear up. And while the romance is always front and center, the author also manages to include a well executed mystery as well. Also, while the history is not particularly central, you do get the exciting feel of being right on the cusp of the dawning 20th Century, and all the new inventions such as the telephone and electric lights. Finally, there's a lot of reference to music - an integral part of the story - and as a classical music lover I was thrilled with the author's extensive references and knowledge in this area.
Sophie, the heroine, is an up and coming opera singer in late Victorian England, with a brilliant career ahead of her. Four years earlier she and Robin had fallen deeply in love, but the relationship was suddenly terminated. Neither party did anything wrong, there were no misunderstandings or big secrets, and the reasons for their breakup were heartbreaking and utterly convincing. As the story opens, Sophie and Robin meet again, and start to explore whether there can be a second chance for them. There are still considerable obstacles to their relationship, and the author really keeps you guessing as to whether they will be able to overcome them.
I don't want to say more, but rather suggest you read the book. It is character driven, deeply and richly layered. I felt that each layer was being steadily unveiled and revealed throughout. Both the hero and heroine are wonderful characters, as are the secondary characters (some of whom were the main characters in the first book). The author writes with a rare poignancy, and can convey a real sadness and regret without falling into melodrama. While this can certainly be read as a stand alone book, I would recommend the first book of this series Waltz with a Stranger. First, because it will provide a lot of background on the secondary characters in A Song at Twilight; it introduces both Sophie and Robin when they were younger; and it's a damn good book.
Sophie, the heroine, is an up and coming opera singer in late Victorian England, with a brilliant career ahead of her. Four years earlier she and Robin had fallen deeply in love, but the relationship was suddenly terminated. Neither party did anything wrong, there were no misunderstandings or big secrets, and the reasons for their breakup were heartbreaking and utterly convincing. As the story opens, Sophie and Robin meet again, and start to explore whether there can be a second chance for them. There are still considerable obstacles to their relationship, and the author really keeps you guessing as to whether they will be able to overcome them.
I don't want to say more, but rather suggest you read the book. It is character driven, deeply and richly layered. I felt that each layer was being steadily unveiled and revealed throughout. Both the hero and heroine are wonderful characters, as are the secondary characters (some of whom were the main characters in the first book). The author writes with a rare poignancy, and can convey a real sadness and regret without falling into melodrama. While this can certainly be read as a stand alone book, I would recommend the first book of this series Waltz with a Stranger. First, because it will provide a lot of background on the secondary characters in A Song at Twilight; it introduces both Sophie and Robin when they were younger; and it's a damn good book.
March 10, 2021
*3.75-think-of-me-stars*
Pamela Sherwood has such a beautiful way with words. Her handling of prose is like nothing I have seen and purely unique. Very understated and subtle but really packs a punch. Simple yet so layered.
Her depth in capturing human emotions and her stylized writing is almost poetic but without any pomp and melodrama. I find that to be the most endearing quality about her work. Her characters are so well rounded and human. And she seems to be a new writer in the HR world, so bravo to her. Her stories are very dense and lengthy though, so I would recommend it to those who have the patience. This one in particular spends a good 9 chapters on just flashbacks of how the hero and heroine met 5 years prior and how they fell in love. At first I was a little worried by it, I usually never like this backwards approach, but it actually really helped here considering I couldn't remember what happened between Sophie and Robin in Waltz with a Stranger that had me rushing to get my hands on this one. And I'm so glad I did. I found it charming, beautiful and so painfully sweet how the quiet, stoic, intense, flinty-eyed Robin fell hard for the fresh faced, old soul, smart as a whip younger Sophie. The age difference did not bother me considering how mature Sophie was for a 17-going-on-18 year old girl and Robin was 25 at the time and nothing overtly intense happens between them except a kiss...and wow what a kiss. Seeing how these two fell in love and the quiet yearning that stretches over 5 lonely years was beautiful to see.
It's the thing I find most alluring about this writer's work, the quiet intimate moments--while few and far in between--are filled with so much intensity and soulful yearning with just a few turn of words. Not easy to do.
Like I mentioned before this is a long condense read, Sherwood doesn't skip her way through scenes as lightly as other writers do. She takes her time, paces herself and explains everything from reactions to surroundings. On one hand it's marvelous because you just get swept up in her rich world building, on the other hand it can drag things out at times. That certainly became the case in the second half of the book when a murder mystery unfolds. I do think the momentum of this story lost it's footing unfortunately when the author decided to focus entirely on the mystery arc The fact that a good chunk of the first half of the story is mostly a retelling of how the h/hr meet then followed directly by this drama right after just made everything pretty unbalanced. To be blunt? I just did not care one fig for Nathalie's death or her for that matter.
And something else that bothered me and made me raise a brow was the heroine's string of lovers in the span of 4 years while on tour. Sophie is an opera singer who went on tour at nineteen but seemed to not waste any time or bat an eye at seeking comfort with men because she was lonely. She gave up her virginity to some random violin player months after breaking things off with Robin and thought nothing of it. That bothered me. I also point this out because Sophie is not destitute, she's not reckless, or a hellion by any means. She's a very level headed young woman who thinks everything through and comes from a good well established family and respectable upbringing. She never once voiced against marriage, so I found this bold move entirely out of character for her and contradictory to how she was raised and a bit too modern. Why would a young titled girl her age just give up her v-card so freely with zero regret just because "she was lonely" with someone she had no feelings for? Wasn't buying it.
Overall, wonderful angsty story with a couple that has a lot of trials to overcome. If it wasn't for the missed beats in this story and draaaagged out conclusion in the second half I would have given this a 5 star rating. I really hope to see more work by Pamela Sherwood because she is an exceptional writer and very underrated. This is only her 2nd published HR book which is very impressive to say the least. I hope she writes more because I will definitely pick up more of her work and recommend it readers who love romance with angst-riddled couples.
Pamela Sherwood has such a beautiful way with words. Her handling of prose is like nothing I have seen and purely unique. Very understated and subtle but really packs a punch. Simple yet so layered.
And for just a moment, as their gazes met, he thought he saw the young Sophie looking out of those eyes. All else faded into insignificance as the connection they'd shared since their first meeting vibrated between them like a plucked string, an echo that reached all the way down to his soul. One word, one gesture from her, would bring him to her side, to her feet, wherever she wanted him...anything to bridge the distance between them.
Her depth in capturing human emotions and her stylized writing is almost poetic but without any pomp and melodrama. I find that to be the most endearing quality about her work. Her characters are so well rounded and human. And she seems to be a new writer in the HR world, so bravo to her. Her stories are very dense and lengthy though, so I would recommend it to those who have the patience. This one in particular spends a good 9 chapters on just flashbacks of how the hero and heroine met 5 years prior and how they fell in love. At first I was a little worried by it, I usually never like this backwards approach, but it actually really helped here considering I couldn't remember what happened between Sophie and Robin in Waltz with a Stranger that had me rushing to get my hands on this one. And I'm so glad I did. I found it charming, beautiful and so painfully sweet how the quiet, stoic, intense, flinty-eyed Robin fell hard for the fresh faced, old soul, smart as a whip younger Sophie. The age difference did not bother me considering how mature Sophie was for a 17-going-on-18 year old girl and Robin was 25 at the time and nothing overtly intense happens between them except a kiss...and wow what a kiss. Seeing how these two fell in love and the quiet yearning that stretches over 5 lonely years was beautiful to see.
It's the thing I find most alluring about this writer's work, the quiet intimate moments--while few and far in between--are filled with so much intensity and soulful yearning with just a few turn of words. Not easy to do.
"I'm here." The words were breathed rather than spoken.
"Yes," he husked, and drew her tenderly, even reverently, into his arms. Their lips met, restraint and reserve going up like tinder as passion flared between them, all the more intense for four years of privation. They clung together, the only sound in the carriage their ragged breathing as they kissed and kissed again.
Oh, my love. My love.
He did not realize he'd spoken--groaned--the words aloud, until he heard her whispered response. "Yours, Robin. Always yours."
Like I mentioned before this is a long condense read, Sherwood doesn't skip her way through scenes as lightly as other writers do. She takes her time, paces herself and explains everything from reactions to surroundings. On one hand it's marvelous because you just get swept up in her rich world building, on the other hand it can drag things out at times. That certainly became the case in the second half of the book when a murder mystery unfolds. I do think the momentum of this story lost it's footing unfortunately when the author decided to focus entirely on the mystery arc The fact that a good chunk of the first half of the story is mostly a retelling of how the h/hr meet then followed directly by this drama right after just made everything pretty unbalanced. To be blunt? I just did not care one fig for Nathalie's death or her for that matter.
And something else that bothered me and made me raise a brow was the heroine's string of lovers in the span of 4 years while on tour. Sophie is an opera singer who went on tour at nineteen but seemed to not waste any time or bat an eye at seeking comfort with men because she was lonely. She gave up her virginity to some random violin player months after breaking things off with Robin and thought nothing of it. That bothered me. I also point this out because Sophie is not destitute, she's not reckless, or a hellion by any means. She's a very level headed young woman who thinks everything through and comes from a good well established family and respectable upbringing. She never once voiced against marriage, so I found this bold move entirely out of character for her and contradictory to how she was raised and a bit too modern. Why would a young titled girl her age just give up her v-card so freely with zero regret just because "she was lonely" with someone she had no feelings for? Wasn't buying it.
Overall, wonderful angsty story with a couple that has a lot of trials to overcome. If it wasn't for the missed beats in this story and draaaagged out conclusion in the second half I would have given this a 5 star rating. I really hope to see more work by Pamela Sherwood because she is an exceptional writer and very underrated. This is only her 2nd published HR book which is very impressive to say the least. I hope she writes more because I will definitely pick up more of her work and recommend it readers who love romance with angst-riddled couples.
August 31, 2013
My Rating: 4.5/5
Secrets, surprises, and a sweet, second chance romance. This book had it all and I loved it! Song at Twilight was a wonderful, unique historical romance that took me by surprise.
The secrets in this book were shocking. Robin's past was definitely a huge surprise. I never saw that reveal coming. I have to commend the author for coming up with an idea that I haven't seen before. Since it wasn't revealed in the blurb, I don't feel like I can reveal it, but it totally blew me away. And then, the other twists that came along, the mystery, all of that was so thrilling it had me on the edge of my seat. That unpredictability was undoubtedly the best part of the book. It had me completely hooked.
Sophie was a wonderful heroine. She was a strong character who didn't harbor illusions and knew when something was worth fighting for. I really liked her. I thought she was a great character.
Robin was complicated. His past isn't pretty. And, given his past, his relationship with Sophie is put into a position that I normally wouldn't like. But, Robin was so sweet, I couldn't fault him for it. He was a wonderful hero, a true gentleman. He knew his duty but also wasn't afraid to defy convention when it came to something he really wanted. I adored him and I thought he was wonderful.
The romance was brilliant. Very sweet. Given how long Sophie and Robin were in love and their longing for each other when Robin's circumstances didn't allow them to be together, their feeling for each other were deep and palpable. It was utterly adorable. And there was definitely chemistry between these two. When they were finally able to be with each other, the sparks were flying. They were a lovely couple.
The pace was a weak point in this book. Though I was hooked onto the story, the pace was sometimes a little slow. Not enough that I got bored, but enough that it was noticeable. So I had to knock off a little of the rating for that. But, regardless, I was still riveted to the story and the twists made this book a roller coaster. And the ending was perfect.
A Song at Twilight was a brilliant historical romance. I completely adored this book! Lovers of romance, you have to read this!
*Thanks to Netgalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for a copy!
Secrets, surprises, and a sweet, second chance romance. This book had it all and I loved it! Song at Twilight was a wonderful, unique historical romance that took me by surprise.
The secrets in this book were shocking. Robin's past was definitely a huge surprise. I never saw that reveal coming. I have to commend the author for coming up with an idea that I haven't seen before. Since it wasn't revealed in the blurb, I don't feel like I can reveal it, but it totally blew me away. And then, the other twists that came along, the mystery, all of that was so thrilling it had me on the edge of my seat. That unpredictability was undoubtedly the best part of the book. It had me completely hooked.
Sophie was a wonderful heroine. She was a strong character who didn't harbor illusions and knew when something was worth fighting for. I really liked her. I thought she was a great character.
Robin was complicated. His past isn't pretty. And, given his past, his relationship with Sophie is put into a position that I normally wouldn't like. But, Robin was so sweet, I couldn't fault him for it. He was a wonderful hero, a true gentleman. He knew his duty but also wasn't afraid to defy convention when it came to something he really wanted. I adored him and I thought he was wonderful.
The romance was brilliant. Very sweet. Given how long Sophie and Robin were in love and their longing for each other when Robin's circumstances didn't allow them to be together, their feeling for each other were deep and palpable. It was utterly adorable. And there was definitely chemistry between these two. When they were finally able to be with each other, the sparks were flying. They were a lovely couple.
The pace was a weak point in this book. Though I was hooked onto the story, the pace was sometimes a little slow. Not enough that I got bored, but enough that it was noticeable. So I had to knock off a little of the rating for that. But, regardless, I was still riveted to the story and the twists made this book a roller coaster. And the ending was perfect.
A Song at Twilight was a brilliant historical romance. I completely adored this book! Lovers of romance, you have to read this!
*Thanks to Netgalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for a copy!
October 16, 2017
Finally getting to update my reviews here... been a busy couple weeks!
I really wanted to love this book. The story was sweet, the characters believable (mostly) and the conflict interesting. I loved Sophie's musical inclination and how she flouted society and became an accomplished singer. I loved how Robin encouraged her constantly. His conflict with his was, I thought, a creative way to throw a wrench in Robin and Sophie's otherwise HEA story. Sophie's family motto "Swans and Trevalians mate for life" was cute and believable and really, a lovely way to put it. Got the ol' ticker right there!
What I had trouble with? The overly wordy and unnecessary filler information. Ms. Sherwood has a gift with words, no doubt, but I found a lot of paragraphs just ran on and on about the details of the scene that I just skipped it. I don't need to know if the curtains and chairs match, just that the room was shades of blue with a soft, inviting feeling. This happened constantly and it made it really hard for me to stay focused on the story because I kept falling asleep with the distracting scene-setting.
Otherwise, a really sweet story!
I really wanted to love this book. The story was sweet, the characters believable (mostly) and the conflict interesting. I loved Sophie's musical inclination and how she flouted society and became an accomplished singer. I loved how Robin encouraged her constantly. His conflict with his was, I thought, a creative way to throw a wrench in Robin and Sophie's otherwise HEA story. Sophie's family motto "Swans and Trevalians mate for life" was cute and believable and really, a lovely way to put it. Got the ol' ticker right there!
What I had trouble with? The overly wordy and unnecessary filler information. Ms. Sherwood has a gift with words, no doubt, but I found a lot of paragraphs just ran on and on about the details of the scene that I just skipped it. I don't need to know if the curtains and chairs match, just that the room was shades of blue with a soft, inviting feeling. This happened constantly and it made it really hard for me to stay focused on the story because I kept falling asleep with the distracting scene-setting.
Otherwise, a really sweet story!
March 1, 2016
I liked both Sophie and Robin, they were both strong characters and I liked the setting as it was in the late Victorian years, I enjoyed seeing them together when they were younger and I could feel the chemistry between them and I was hoping it would be something trivial as to the reason why he would break up with her despite it taking them four years to get back lol, I thought Sophie was stronger during them years when they weren't together and I liked seeing how she at least moved on and focused on her life and career whilst Robin had to suffer for his reasons leaving her.
When the part came when they met up again I thought Sophie might have been a little more reluctant to taking him back but I couldn't blame her when she heard of what happened throughout them four years and knowing that he suffered just as much and with it being in that era he didn't have much choice but to leave her but I was happy that they had a second chance and he wasn't going to let her get away.
I also enjoyed the suspense and the flashbacks as you got to know more about the background of the story and there was no getting lost on the way whilst reading and I enjoyed the ending.
When the part came when they met up again I thought Sophie might have been a little more reluctant to taking him back but I couldn't blame her when she heard of what happened throughout them four years and knowing that he suffered just as much and with it being in that era he didn't have much choice but to leave her but I was happy that they had a second chance and he wasn't going to let her get away.
I also enjoyed the suspense and the flashbacks as you got to know more about the background of the story and there was no getting lost on the way whilst reading and I enjoyed the ending.
October 17, 2013
A SONG AT TWILIGHT by Pamela Sherwood is an interesting Late Victorian era Historical Romance set in 1896 London. Star - crossed lovers try to navigate the waters of polite society and back to each others arms. Follow aspiring singer Sophie Tresilian and Robin Pendarvis,the once man of her dreams, on a journey of passion, music and romance. Can an old love be revived? Read "A Song at Twilight" to find out. In the late Victorian era of England times are changing, with new ideas are forming, and new freedoms on the horizon, but, some of the old ways still linger. While, to me, it starts out a bit slow, it picks up nicely. It is thought provoking, emotional, with a bit of mystery. If you are a music or poetry lover you will enjoy reading "A Song at Twilight". Sophie and Robin are well worth the time to read their story. An interesting and enchanting story,once you get to reading! Received for an honest review from the publisher.
RATING: 4
HEAT RATING: MILD
REVIEWED BY: AprilR, courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
RATING: 4
HEAT RATING: MILD
REVIEWED BY: AprilR, courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
did-not-finish
January 5, 2014The obstacle pissed me off , plus it was ultimately a second chance romance, which isn't really my thing.
September 1, 2020
I read the whole book out of sheer stubbornness. This book! It had some possibilities, but just got bogged down with lazy tripe. I meant tropes, but it's fitting. Beware melodrama, evil ex-wife and jealous lovers ahead.
Told in flashbacks, this story is about Robin and Sophie, who meet 5 years prior and fall in love. She is a young girl and excellent singer, he has recently inherited a huge property. For some reason they don't marry, and five years later he seems her debut performance at the Royal Albert Hall.
This 2020 release has changed from the original version of this book. I didn't not read the original, but I guess this is the "Director's Cut" The thing is, the director's cut, IMHO, is usually just a longer, more detailed version that doesn't usually add anything of substance. This is the best case scenario, the worst being, making it more difficult to follow or understand. I would say this is teetering to the latter. There are a lot of meandering descriptions of rooms, furnishings and china. It's to the point that the story feels interrupted at times.
The main characters are endearing, and I was rooting for them. I also enjoyed the slightly more modern Victorian Era story backdrop, as opposed to the million Regency novels.
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Told in flashbacks, this story is about Robin and Sophie, who meet 5 years prior and fall in love. She is a young girl and excellent singer, he has recently inherited a huge property. For some reason they don't marry, and five years later he seems her debut performance at the Royal Albert Hall.
This 2020 release has changed from the original version of this book. I didn't not read the original, but I guess this is the "Director's Cut" The thing is, the director's cut, IMHO, is usually just a longer, more detailed version that doesn't usually add anything of substance. This is the best case scenario, the worst being, making it more difficult to follow or understand. I would say this is teetering to the latter. There are a lot of meandering descriptions of rooms, furnishings and china. It's to the point that the story feels interrupted at times.
The main characters are endearing, and I was rooting for them. I also enjoyed the slightly more modern Victorian Era story backdrop, as opposed to the million Regency novels.
#NetGalley
#SongAtTwilight
June 11, 2020
Book provided by NetGalley for review
Although it was a little slow getting started, I really enjoyed this book about late 19th century England and star crossed lovers Sophie and Robin. The story jumps back and forth between 4 years prior and present day, which I thought was well written although I preferred the happier part of the story from 4 years earlier. I had not read the first book in the series so there were a few references to things that had happened before, but it did not spoil my enjoyment of the book as both a romance with a nice mystery added to the current period which I thought made for a nice change of pace in a romance novel. Look forward to reading additional titles by this author.
Although it was a little slow getting started, I really enjoyed this book about late 19th century England and star crossed lovers Sophie and Robin. The story jumps back and forth between 4 years prior and present day, which I thought was well written although I preferred the happier part of the story from 4 years earlier. I had not read the first book in the series so there were a few references to things that had happened before, but it did not spoil my enjoyment of the book as both a romance with a nice mystery added to the current period which I thought made for a nice change of pace in a romance novel. Look forward to reading additional titles by this author.
December 30, 2020
3 stars for "A song at Twilight". I love the heroine Sophia Tresilian. She fell in love with older Robin Pendarvis when she was 17 before her first season in London. Sadly Robin has a past that literally shows up on his doorstep that changes any plans she had for their future. Fast forward four years and she is a famous singer, touring the last several years. She re-meets Robin and their passion hasn't changed. I enjoyed the main story and felt for the star crossed lovers wanting them to have their HEA. But the story slowed for me with endless descriptions of rooms, decor, dresses, food. A little of that goes a long way. And there was some unevenness switching from romance to solving a murder. The book was educational on how hard it was to obtain a divorce in the time period. Thank you to NetGalley and Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op for an ARC ebook in exchange for an honest review.
April 11, 2019
I am so glad I did not live in the 19th century because laws made it so hard for people back then. I really enjoyed this story because it's packed with adventure and romance. I am so sorry that Sophia had to suffer so but I was so glad when she gave Robin a second chance. Now I'll be sad soon because I've only got one more book left to read in this series. No matter what onward I go.
September 23, 2019
DNF at just under 20%. This was boring! Too slow! This would have been better without the back and forth because you already know what is going to happen when we go back. I would have rather read this chronologically.
October 20, 2013
I had the pleasure of interviewing Pamela Sherwood for the release of her second book A Song at Twilight. The more I read about the book the more I just had to read it. I'm so honored I was given a chance to read this book to share my thoughts with you.
A Song at Twilight was everything I thought it would be and more. I truly enjoyed reading Sophie and Robin's story. I love a good reunion romance tale. I so enjoyed how these two cared enough for each other to do what was best for each. However their love never faltered even when they were apart.
The fact that Sophie and Robin met on New Years Eve touched my heart a little more because my husband and I met on New Years Eve as well. That day holds a very special place in my heart..
Sophie is such a talented singer and I appreciated there were song verses in different parts of the book. Sophie is such a sweet girl yet so strong and independent when she has to be.Another thing that I liked was that her family and friends were always there to back her up when need be. I always enjoy when there is family interaction in a book. It just makes it so much more appealing to me.
Robin is a true gentleman that some troubles in his past. One major hurtle that cost Sophie and Robin a few years separation. There is a lot of drama involved in their story and some really touching tearful moments as well. I love a good mystery included in a wonderful romance story and this one contains a great mystery. This book certainly kept me turning pages, I found it very hard to set this book down.
I did not get a chance to read Ms. Sherwoods first novel, but let me tell you after reading A Song at Twilight I would certainly love to read it given the chance. I believe that Ms. Sherwood has a fine career of entertaining us with her tales ahead of her. I can't wait to see what story she will come up with next. If you enjoy a nice historical romance, I really think you should consider checking out her work. I know she has captured my attention that's for sure.
A Song at Twilight was everything I thought it would be and more. I truly enjoyed reading Sophie and Robin's story. I love a good reunion romance tale. I so enjoyed how these two cared enough for each other to do what was best for each. However their love never faltered even when they were apart.
The fact that Sophie and Robin met on New Years Eve touched my heart a little more because my husband and I met on New Years Eve as well. That day holds a very special place in my heart..
Sophie is such a talented singer and I appreciated there were song verses in different parts of the book. Sophie is such a sweet girl yet so strong and independent when she has to be.Another thing that I liked was that her family and friends were always there to back her up when need be. I always enjoy when there is family interaction in a book. It just makes it so much more appealing to me.
Robin is a true gentleman that some troubles in his past. One major hurtle that cost Sophie and Robin a few years separation. There is a lot of drama involved in their story and some really touching tearful moments as well. I love a good mystery included in a wonderful romance story and this one contains a great mystery. This book certainly kept me turning pages, I found it very hard to set this book down.
I did not get a chance to read Ms. Sherwoods first novel, but let me tell you after reading A Song at Twilight I would certainly love to read it given the chance. I believe that Ms. Sherwood has a fine career of entertaining us with her tales ahead of her. I can't wait to see what story she will come up with next. If you enjoy a nice historical romance, I really think you should consider checking out her work. I know she has captured my attention that's for sure.
April 22, 2015
Sherwood once again shatters character tropes for the romance genre in her sophomore outing. As a matter of fact, her strength is in the depth of the characters, and their intensely likable, and oftentimes unexpected, personalities and reactions. Sophie is wonderfully matter-of-fact, rational, calm, without ever feeling cold or distant; it's a credit to the author that she seemingly effortlessly allows us to see what both her protagonists are thinking and feeling without the reader feeling overburdened by it, or sensing cliche in it. Robin, as well, in another book could have been a Mr. Rochester clone: he could have turned out to be morose, weighed down by the burden of a woe-begotten attitude; instead, the character changes to adjust to the personality of the woman that Sophie becomes, showing that they, firstly, actually love each other, and secondly, that they are, for all of the problems that are thrown in their path, fairly well-adjusted people who deserve to be in love with one another; who deserve the love of the other.
I found the the first third to be a bit difficult to get through; I didn't mind the flashback format, but there was just something about the pacing that was hard for me to get through. But when the story moves entirely into its present, the novel really gets going, and this is where I couldn't put it down. After a lovely, steamy interlude between our hero and heroine, the story moves into unexpected territory with a murder with felt to me to be, in the best way, precisely plotted, with subtle clues that neither hit you over the head nor pass completely under your radar; when they're revealed, you get that feeling of exaltation with the reveal, the slight thrill for having guessed or not having guessed it.
A solid story with irresistible, trope-defying characters that you're truly, truly pulling for.
I found the the first third to be a bit difficult to get through; I didn't mind the flashback format, but there was just something about the pacing that was hard for me to get through. But when the story moves entirely into its present, the novel really gets going, and this is where I couldn't put it down. After a lovely, steamy interlude between our hero and heroine, the story moves into unexpected territory with a murder with felt to me to be, in the best way, precisely plotted, with subtle clues that neither hit you over the head nor pass completely under your radar; when they're revealed, you get that feeling of exaltation with the reveal, the slight thrill for having guessed or not having guessed it.
A solid story with irresistible, trope-defying characters that you're truly, truly pulling for.
October 6, 2014
Reviewed by Jen
Book provided by NetGalley for review
Review originally posted at Romancing the Book
I’m a huge historical romance fan and thoroughly enjoyed Waltz with a Stranger, Pamela Sherwood’s debut. So when the opportunity to review A Song at Twilight came across my desk, I jumped at the chance, and I was not disappointed.
This is a reunion story. Sophie and Robin were young and in love. But a secret he carried tore them apart. Years later, he hunts her down in hopes they can reconcile, but of course, the road isn’t all that easy. But it was an enjoyable and satisfying journey for this reader.
I liked Sophie’s character more than Robin. Maybe it was her youth or determination, or perhaps it was her passion for music and Robin, or a combination of them all. But she was easier for me to like. Robin, on the other hand, couldn’t stand up to the pressures of his secret and ultimately wasn’t the alpha male I prefer to star in my romances. But, that said, there was no doubt that he loved Sophie and in the end he proved that love (it’s a romance, what do you expect?). So, in the end Robin definitely redeems himself, but at times while getting there, I did want to throttle him just a little.
I am totally looking forward to the next book in the series as I have enjoyed by visits with the Tresilian extended family.
Book provided by NetGalley for review
Review originally posted at Romancing the Book
I’m a huge historical romance fan and thoroughly enjoyed Waltz with a Stranger, Pamela Sherwood’s debut. So when the opportunity to review A Song at Twilight came across my desk, I jumped at the chance, and I was not disappointed.
This is a reunion story. Sophie and Robin were young and in love. But a secret he carried tore them apart. Years later, he hunts her down in hopes they can reconcile, but of course, the road isn’t all that easy. But it was an enjoyable and satisfying journey for this reader.
I liked Sophie’s character more than Robin. Maybe it was her youth or determination, or perhaps it was her passion for music and Robin, or a combination of them all. But she was easier for me to like. Robin, on the other hand, couldn’t stand up to the pressures of his secret and ultimately wasn’t the alpha male I prefer to star in my romances. But, that said, there was no doubt that he loved Sophie and in the end he proved that love (it’s a romance, what do you expect?). So, in the end Robin definitely redeems himself, but at times while getting there, I did want to throttle him just a little.
I am totally looking forward to the next book in the series as I have enjoyed by visits with the Tresilian extended family.
December 15, 2014
Pamela Sherwood is a new to me author and I’m always excited to try someone new, especially since I wasn’t jumping in in the middle of an ongoing series. Even though this is listed as a stand-alone it unfortunately read as part of a series to me. I felt there was information or secondary storylines that I was missing out on because I hadn’t read anything else by Ms. Sherwood. The story of Sophie and Robin spanned a number of years from their initial introduction to their chance at a new beginning but I felt that their story line was interwoven with that of other characters in the book. I felt that their story was enjoyable but it would have been better understood, by me, if I had read earlier titles from Ms. Sherwood. Outside of that I enjoyed the story of a young woman who followed a new dream when her heart was broken but given a second chance at love. Robin really only wanted one woman in his life, Sophie, but circumstances made him lose her. He’s not about to lose his second chance at happiness. Really sweet story about finding and fighting for true love. Fun read!
February 16, 2014
Great cover. A lot of story. Thanks. You will root for Sophie and Robin to get their HEA.
April 4, 2021
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October 19, 2015
I enjoyed this book
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