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The Bequest
Your mother could handle men better than anyone I've ever met. She knew exactly what she was doing. You don't. "I can learn." "Can you?" He came at her with that lean-hipped walk she found so intimidatingly masculine. "What are you going to do the first time a man stalks up to you and puts his hand on you like this?" At his touch she went rigid and sucked in an audible gasp of air. "What if he backs you up against a wall?" He pinned her against the soft velvet of the door curtain. "You have made your point, Mr. Hays. . . ." THE BEQUESTWhen Gabrielle Antoine arrives in the rough mining town, the convent-bred beauty is shocked by the decadence she finds there--and stunned to learn she has just inherited a bordello from the mother she never knew. Worse, her mother's business partner, Jordan Hays--a rugged, cynical loner--embodies everything Gabrielle fears . . . and
416 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published March 28, 1998
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Candice Proctor
7 books203 followersCandice Proctor, aka C.S. Harris and C.S. Graham, is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than a dozen novels including the Sebastian St. Cyr Regency mystery series written under the name C.S. Harris, the new C.S. Graham thriller series co-written with Steven Harris, and seven historical romances. She is also the author of a nonfiction historical study of the French Revolution. Her books are available worldwide and have been translated into over twenty different languages.
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May 23, 2020
A brothel as a romance setting. Candice Proctor/CS Harris is a brave, gritty, fabulous author. And if someone could make it work, she could.
But I'm finding myself not at all invested in any way. It's a good story, I'm just not into it, and it's time to admit that.2.5 still, for the portion I read bc... She's a fabulous author
But I'm finding myself not at all invested in any way. It's a good story, I'm just not into it, and it's time to admit that.2.5 still, for the portion I read bc... She's a fabulous author
May 2, 2015
Candice Proctor wrote a limited number of historical romances that were first published in the late 1990s or a little later. A sister of Penelope Williamson (THE OUTSIDER), she did a good job with writing about the 'dark hero'. Someone who had secrets and who, initially, may not be the easiest person to like. My favorite stories of hers are NIGHT IN EDEN with SEPTEMBER MOON a close second. I was hoping this book would be on par with those.
Gabrielle Antoine, a twenty-year-old, had lived at a parochial school run by nuns in New Orleans, Louisiana in the latter 1800's. She was under the impression, for years, that she was an orphan when a letter arrived. She learned that her mother had recently passed and she had part-ownership of a brothel in Colorado. And so, her adventure began.
Gabrielle was naive but kind. These mannerisms shined in her life. She meant well even if others were flustered with her way of thinking. Jordan Hays, her mother's partner, was first in line. He had baggage from years past but Gabrielle was like a light switch. He wanted her to leave -or stay- depending on his frame of mind. Yes, no, then maybe-so, he couldn't seem to make up his mind. But a relationship developed between the two.
I cared about this couple but I had a problem with Jordan's constant reminder of his leaving. He had no intention of staying after he'd seen to Gabrielle's safety. No matter what happened between them. I also wanted the author to explore more of the secondary characters. I was intrigued with Sirena, the half-Apache, half-white prostitute with a knife always strapped to her leg. And then there was the quiet giant Wing Tsue, son of a Chinese joy girl and black-skinned miner. Lastly, Youngmi, who was sold by a family member into this tragic lifestyle. You knew that none of them had chosen what they had become. The hypocritical townspeople, with many of the men partaking of the brothel while sitting in church on Sundays, irked me to no end. At a whopping 401 pages, this romance would have been better if Jordan had smartened up sooner than he did.
Gabrielle Antoine, a twenty-year-old, had lived at a parochial school run by nuns in New Orleans, Louisiana in the latter 1800's. She was under the impression, for years, that she was an orphan when a letter arrived. She learned that her mother had recently passed and she had part-ownership of a brothel in Colorado. And so, her adventure began.
Gabrielle was naive but kind. These mannerisms shined in her life. She meant well even if others were flustered with her way of thinking. Jordan Hays, her mother's partner, was first in line. He had baggage from years past but Gabrielle was like a light switch. He wanted her to leave -or stay- depending on his frame of mind. Yes, no, then maybe-so, he couldn't seem to make up his mind. But a relationship developed between the two.
I cared about this couple but I had a problem with Jordan's constant reminder of his leaving. He had no intention of staying after he'd seen to Gabrielle's safety. No matter what happened between them. I also wanted the author to explore more of the secondary characters. I was intrigued with Sirena, the half-Apache, half-white prostitute with a knife always strapped to her leg. And then there was the quiet giant Wing Tsue, son of a Chinese joy girl and black-skinned miner. Lastly, Youngmi, who was sold by a family member into this tragic lifestyle. You knew that none of them had chosen what they had become. The hypocritical townspeople, with many of the men partaking of the brothel while sitting in church on Sundays, irked me to no end. At a whopping 401 pages, this romance would have been better if Jordan had smartened up sooner than he did.
February 10, 2023
Ahhh this was so unique.
A young woman inherits a brothel from the mother she thought was dead. A dangerous foe. A dark, brooding man who has lost everything. Passion.
I have never read anything like this before and I absolutely loved the writing!
I need to read more from this author.
A young woman inherits a brothel from the mother she thought was dead. A dangerous foe. A dark, brooding man who has lost everything. Passion.
I have never read anything like this before and I absolutely loved the writing!
I need to read more from this author.
June 8, 2024
Unusual Western Historical Worth the Read!
Set in Central City, Colorado in 1874, this story of the post Civil War west makes for a most interesting romance. Proctor writes well and the story will hold your attention. I do recommend it.
Gabrielle Antoine has been raised in a New Orleans convent, believing she is an orphan. Her dream is to some day have a school for girls. Then one day, as a young woman, she finds out her mother only recently died and has left her a house and a business in Colorado. Gabrielle is most curious and decides to go there to learn more about her mother. It turns out the house and business are the same—a brothel—and her mother was the madam who, while still a beautiful woman at 40, was murdered.
Once in Colorado, Gabrielle meets her mother’s business partner, a tough ex-Southern officer named Jordan Hays, whose pregnant wife was raped and murdered by Northern soldiers leaving him one cold guy. But he can be charming, and he charms Gabrielle. An innocent virgin, Jordan tells her he will take her innocence and leave her with less than she had when he leaves, as he intends to do. He has no desire to marry again. He thinks it will be easy to take her and ruin her. It is and he does. Gee, what a good guy. Gabrielle’s one fear is becoming like her mother…and it seems Jordan is willing to help her down that path. Then comes a bad guy who wants the brothel to add to his kingdom, and he wants Gabrielle, too.
Of course, there are wonderful secondary characters, the prostitutes in the bordello, their children and the villains (more than one!). As Gabrielle develops a heart for the women and their children, so will you. We are all a product of our past and these women had very difficult pasts.
Proctor writes about Colorado as if she had been a long time resident. She is a master storyteller. Her descriptions of the natural beauty of the place are quite accurate and well done. She will take you back to the west of the 19th century when people were trying to carve a life for themselves out of the rugged terrain and difficult circumstances.
Set in Central City, Colorado in 1874, this story of the post Civil War west makes for a most interesting romance. Proctor writes well and the story will hold your attention. I do recommend it.
Gabrielle Antoine has been raised in a New Orleans convent, believing she is an orphan. Her dream is to some day have a school for girls. Then one day, as a young woman, she finds out her mother only recently died and has left her a house and a business in Colorado. Gabrielle is most curious and decides to go there to learn more about her mother. It turns out the house and business are the same—a brothel—and her mother was the madam who, while still a beautiful woman at 40, was murdered.
Once in Colorado, Gabrielle meets her mother’s business partner, a tough ex-Southern officer named Jordan Hays, whose pregnant wife was raped and murdered by Northern soldiers leaving him one cold guy. But he can be charming, and he charms Gabrielle. An innocent virgin, Jordan tells her he will take her innocence and leave her with less than she had when he leaves, as he intends to do. He has no desire to marry again. He thinks it will be easy to take her and ruin her. It is and he does. Gee, what a good guy. Gabrielle’s one fear is becoming like her mother…and it seems Jordan is willing to help her down that path. Then comes a bad guy who wants the brothel to add to his kingdom, and he wants Gabrielle, too.
Of course, there are wonderful secondary characters, the prostitutes in the bordello, their children and the villains (more than one!). As Gabrielle develops a heart for the women and their children, so will you. We are all a product of our past and these women had very difficult pasts.
Proctor writes about Colorado as if she had been a long time resident. She is a master storyteller. Her descriptions of the natural beauty of the place are quite accurate and well done. She will take you back to the west of the 19th century when people were trying to carve a life for themselves out of the rugged terrain and difficult circumstances.
May 20, 2010
Wow! Penelope Williamson is one of my favorite authors.......she writes with such depth and emotion...never shying away from pain, hardship, or "life". I didn't think I'd ever read anything that could match her.....but guess what.....SHE HAS A SISTER!
Candice Proctor can write every bit as well as her sister and I have loved both books that I've read by her. Night in Eden is one of my all time favorites, so The Bequest didn't quite live up to the brilliance of her debut novel, but it sure came close!
The Bequest is set in Central City Colorado in the year 1874. It reads like a western.... hired guns, saloons, brothels...you name it this one's got it! Many others have done wonderfully with their synopsis's, so I'll just give my two cents!
The hero and heroine MAKE this story GREAT! He is a wounded soul that is hardened and cynical from loss. She is an innocent, raised in a convent, optimistic and hope-filled. She teaches him to have the courage to love again, and he teaches her about the hard reality of life and what her Body was made for....HIM!
The brothel scenes were descriptive but not crude, the girls from the brothel came to life, each having their own story and the villain in this story was "evil incarnate". The love story between Gabrielle and Jordan is the foundation of this story that is laced with mystery, intrigue, and a stunning conclusion....I recommend this book and this author HIGHLY.
Also check out her sister Penelope Williamson....The Outsider is my favorite of hers!
Candice Proctor can write every bit as well as her sister and I have loved both books that I've read by her. Night in Eden is one of my all time favorites, so The Bequest didn't quite live up to the brilliance of her debut novel, but it sure came close!
The Bequest is set in Central City Colorado in the year 1874. It reads like a western.... hired guns, saloons, brothels...you name it this one's got it! Many others have done wonderfully with their synopsis's, so I'll just give my two cents!
The hero and heroine MAKE this story GREAT! He is a wounded soul that is hardened and cynical from loss. She is an innocent, raised in a convent, optimistic and hope-filled. She teaches him to have the courage to love again, and he teaches her about the hard reality of life and what her Body was made for....HIM!
The brothel scenes were descriptive but not crude, the girls from the brothel came to life, each having their own story and the villain in this story was "evil incarnate". The love story between Gabrielle and Jordan is the foundation of this story that is laced with mystery, intrigue, and a stunning conclusion....I recommend this book and this author HIGHLY.
Also check out her sister Penelope Williamson....The Outsider is my favorite of hers!
June 30, 2024
I cared more about the secondary character, Sirena, than the doormat heroine begging for crumbs from a hero who couldn't decide if he was leaving or staying and majority of the time wanted her in his bed but not in his life. Girl, stand up!
May 1, 2020
3.5 stars
September 6, 2016
I am struggling to find the words to describe this novel. This is the fifth CP novel I've devoured within the last month, all of which I have loved, and would re-read, up until now. The Bequest is my least favorite so far, mainly because of the setting (it takes place in a brothel which was…let's face it, really weird and uncomfortable) and because of some severely odd and inconceivable moments within.
At this point, one may be wondering why I so generously gave this book four stars. One reason is, for every off-putting moment, there were little gems scattered randomly throughout that made up for them; sweet and/or romantic moments which felt cut and pasted from an entirely different novel but great nonetheless. Also, I am giving this book four stars because despite the risky nature of the subject area, Candice Proctor remains a masterful romance novelist, and probably my favorite romance writer. Her characters and settings are lush and beautifully described and she is not afraid to make her plot stand out, or to make a perceived cliche into something wonderful and new.
I liked the chemistry between the hero, Jordan Hays and Gabrielle Antoine. Their chemistry rivaled that of my favorite CP couples, but they are not my favorite, probably due to their circumstances, which seemed too contrived for me. But circumstances aside, there were some seriously swoon-worthy conversations that left me sort of breathless they were so intense and brutally honest. I really enjoyed the communication between the two of them. I appreciated the risks Candice Proctor took with the ending of the story, which was terrible and exciting, even though I knew there would be a happy ending.
I didn't like the unbalance between the bad parts and the good parts, but honestly there were times when I was cringing so horribly, I wanted to take a magical red pen and cross out the sentences that were ruining the scenes. In one prime example, you just don't quote Song of Solomon like that. Just don't. Or, quote great works that often, period.
I thought that the outdoorsy setting of Colorado was beautiful, but could have added more to the story. In Proctor's Australia books, the setting is almost a secondary or tertiary character. Colorado in this book was a mere backdrop. I thought the villain was scary and cruel, but he was absent from most of the story. Speaking of, the story drug on for over half of the novel. I also did not care for any of the girls who worked at the brothel at all. They were two-dimensional and flat, except for Sirena, and even then we did not get much closure for her.
I would not take the time to re-read the entire novel, but I would re-read some of my favorite conversations between Jordan and Gabrielle. This has a true western-flavor, in a traditional romantic setting. It's very different from her Australia novels. I would recommend this to anyone who likes historical romance westerns.
At this point, one may be wondering why I so generously gave this book four stars. One reason is, for every off-putting moment, there were little gems scattered randomly throughout that made up for them; sweet and/or romantic moments which felt cut and pasted from an entirely different novel but great nonetheless. Also, I am giving this book four stars because despite the risky nature of the subject area, Candice Proctor remains a masterful romance novelist, and probably my favorite romance writer. Her characters and settings are lush and beautifully described and she is not afraid to make her plot stand out, or to make a perceived cliche into something wonderful and new.
I liked the chemistry between the hero, Jordan Hays and Gabrielle Antoine. Their chemistry rivaled that of my favorite CP couples, but they are not my favorite, probably due to their circumstances, which seemed too contrived for me. But circumstances aside, there were some seriously swoon-worthy conversations that left me sort of breathless they were so intense and brutally honest. I really enjoyed the communication between the two of them. I appreciated the risks Candice Proctor took with the ending of the story, which was terrible and exciting, even though I knew there would be a happy ending.
I didn't like the unbalance between the bad parts and the good parts, but honestly there were times when I was cringing so horribly, I wanted to take a magical red pen and cross out the sentences that were ruining the scenes. In one prime example, you just don't quote Song of Solomon like that. Just don't. Or, quote great works that often, period.
I thought that the outdoorsy setting of Colorado was beautiful, but could have added more to the story. In Proctor's Australia books, the setting is almost a secondary or tertiary character. Colorado in this book was a mere backdrop. I thought the villain was scary and cruel, but he was absent from most of the story. Speaking of, the story drug on for over half of the novel. I also did not care for any of the girls who worked at the brothel at all. They were two-dimensional and flat, except for Sirena, and even then we did not get much closure for her.
I would not take the time to re-read the entire novel, but I would re-read some of my favorite conversations between Jordan and Gabrielle. This has a true western-flavor, in a traditional romantic setting. It's very different from her Australia novels. I would recommend this to anyone who likes historical romance westerns.
September 8, 2010
Historical Romance
Author also writes under the names C.S Harris (Sebastian St. Cyr historical mystery series) and C.S. Graham (thrillers)
Being a huge fan of the superbly written and engrossing St. Cyr series, I was curious to read more of this author while I wait for #6 to be released (Where Shadows Dance in March 2011).
This historical romance (pub. 1998) is very well written, solid and interesting plotlines and characters, and an enjoyable book.
Set in a rough and tumble Colorado mining town in 1874, we meet Celeste DuBois, owner of Celeste's Place, a gambling hall/upscale bordello. Celeste dies, and Gabrielle Antoine, living in a convent in New Orleans, is notified that she has inherited a house and property in Colorado. Old secrets are revealed when details of the link between the two women come to light. Gabrielle travels to CO, she is shocked to discover that the "house" is a house of ill repute.
Clean living Gabrielle struggles with what to do ... she can't in good conscionce (sp?) sell the house, as the funds would be tainted, but she wants to help the women build better lives ... or open a school, or something positive. Celeste's business partner strikes a deal with her.
The solid story involves a sinister man in the town who wants Celeste's Place regardless of the cost, and is evil enough to use violence to get his way. There is a romance, too -- realistic for the time period (at least to me!), well written, no silly females or plotlines that make me roll my eyes in exasperation and have made me pretty much give up on reading romance.
I'll be reading more of Candice Proctor to get a "hit" of this wonderful author while I wait for newer books to come out!
Author also writes under the names C.S Harris (Sebastian St. Cyr historical mystery series) and C.S. Graham (thrillers)
Being a huge fan of the superbly written and engrossing St. Cyr series, I was curious to read more of this author while I wait for #6 to be released (Where Shadows Dance in March 2011).
This historical romance (pub. 1998) is very well written, solid and interesting plotlines and characters, and an enjoyable book.
Set in a rough and tumble Colorado mining town in 1874, we meet Celeste DuBois, owner of Celeste's Place, a gambling hall/upscale bordello. Celeste dies, and Gabrielle Antoine, living in a convent in New Orleans, is notified that she has inherited a house and property in Colorado. Old secrets are revealed when details of the link between the two women come to light. Gabrielle travels to CO, she is shocked to discover that the "house" is a house of ill repute.
Clean living Gabrielle struggles with what to do ... she can't in good conscionce (sp?) sell the house, as the funds would be tainted, but she wants to help the women build better lives ... or open a school, or something positive. Celeste's business partner strikes a deal with her.
The solid story involves a sinister man in the town who wants Celeste's Place regardless of the cost, and is evil enough to use violence to get his way. There is a romance, too -- realistic for the time period (at least to me!), well written, no silly females or plotlines that make me roll my eyes in exasperation and have made me pretty much give up on reading romance.
I'll be reading more of Candice Proctor to get a "hit" of this wonderful author while I wait for newer books to come out!
October 11, 2010
One of the things I liked most about this book was the characters. They were always honest with each other. They shared their pasts, they talked about things, they understood and accepted each other as they were. I really liked that. Fear and pain kept them from committing throughout the book not misunderstandings.
This isn't a comfortable book to read. It's set in a whorehouse and is filled with violent, dirty images. The author writes so well you can see and smell the countryside and feel the moments of tranquillity the hero shares with the heroine but on the downside you also see, smell and experience the filth and vile acts that she doesn't shy away from writing about. It's a rough, realistic and oftentimes heartbreaking depiction of the lives of woman who sell their bodies for various reasons. But throughout it all the love story remains tender and loving.
This isn't a story I'd normally read. I like light and funny these days. The dialogue isn't witty, and I honestly didn't like the plot but for some odd reason I could not put the book down. Never did I feel the urge to start skimming. I know why too, it's because I cared about these people. I liked the hero and heroine, their honesty, their motivations, and their blossoming feelings were all so real and so raw. And two of the sympathetically drawn secondary characters really tugged at my heart. I wouldn't want to read this type of plot often, that's for sure, but I do recommend this book because the love story is well developed and believable.
This isn't a comfortable book to read. It's set in a whorehouse and is filled with violent, dirty images. The author writes so well you can see and smell the countryside and feel the moments of tranquillity the hero shares with the heroine but on the downside you also see, smell and experience the filth and vile acts that she doesn't shy away from writing about. It's a rough, realistic and oftentimes heartbreaking depiction of the lives of woman who sell their bodies for various reasons. But throughout it all the love story remains tender and loving.
This isn't a story I'd normally read. I like light and funny these days. The dialogue isn't witty, and I honestly didn't like the plot but for some odd reason I could not put the book down. Never did I feel the urge to start skimming. I know why too, it's because I cared about these people. I liked the hero and heroine, their honesty, their motivations, and their blossoming feelings were all so real and so raw. And two of the sympathetically drawn secondary characters really tugged at my heart. I wouldn't want to read this type of plot often, that's for sure, but I do recommend this book because the love story is well developed and believable.
October 27, 2016
I read it because of "Midnight In Eden", which I devoured in two days. The Bequest was good, but not as compelling for me to finish. In fact, I put it down for a week and read another book. The story drags for about 1/3 of the story. I wanted to skip to the end, which I sometimes do when the plot is not holding my interest. Once the H/h become an item it does pick up. I liked Jordan more than I liked Gabrielle. Overall a good story, but not as good as her first book.
December 18, 2018
CP is an incredible writer and I think that's why I was a bit underwhelmed by this book. I've read and LOVED most of her books and know she has written much better books than The Bequest. I liked both Gabrielle and Jordan, I kind of didn't feel their connection as much I wanted to and was a bit surprised when Gabrielle said she loved Jordan...I hadn't seen any reason for it except they were clearly attracted to each other. Also I wanted more angst. CP writes some amazing tortured characters and I didn't feel quite as much of that here as I normally do in her books. She wrote the words but the characters actions didn't sell it. Regardless, even her "okay" books are better than most, so 3 solid Sinful stars b/c the word Sinful is in this book about 1,000 times. :)
July 22, 2019
Líbí se mi obálka.
Některé „zápletky“ jsou IMHO překombinované a chatrné.
s. 325
Vytáhl z kapsy jemný lněný kapesník a rychle ji přivázal k ozdobným kroužkům na rámu laciné železné postele
s. 333 a snažila se uvolnit šátek, který ji poutal k posteli
s. 12 motlitbu
s. 54 nezem-řelo
s. 57 odrhla oči
s. 75 povysunl
s. 76 Celej měsíce
s. 83 přiš-pendlil
s. 107 Ne! Vykřikl
s. 172 skříženýma nohama
s. 181 trilků
ji/jí -s . 48
uvozovky -s . 30, 212, 276, 288
Některé „zápletky“ jsou IMHO překombinované a chatrné.
s. 325
Vytáhl z kapsy jemný lněný kapesník a rychle ji přivázal k ozdobným kroužkům na rámu laciné železné postele
s. 333 a snažila se uvolnit šátek, který ji poutal k posteli
s. 12 motlitbu
s. 54 nezem-řelo
s. 57 odrhla oči
s. 75 povysunl
s. 76 Celej měsíce
s. 83 přiš-pendlil
s. 107 Ne! Vykřikl
s. 172 skříženýma nohama
s. 181 trilků
ji/jí -s . 48
uvozovky -s . 30, 212, 276, 288
August 9, 2021
This book was better than I thought it would be considering the lower star rating. The writing was good and I thought the storyline was different but a big section of the middle of this book felt too drawn out which made the story drag.
March 13, 2022
I definietly love the writing style of the author, and i’ve read other books by her too, but this book is one of my favorites after ‘night of eden’. Definietly can’t resist those heroes with a lost soul and a painful past that need to be embraced :(
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November 23, 2023Im so sorry but when they started reciting shakespeare to eachother during sex... I cackled.
December 5, 2017
Era partito bene, l’idea era buona, ma giunta ormai a metà mi rendo conto che Candice è troppo lenta per i miei gusti. La trama langue. Il personaggio maschile più importante è molto ben caratterizzato e intrigante, ma lei è solo un’ombra pallida che vaga nel contesto. Mi arrendo.
August 17, 2014
loved this one!!
Gabrielle (h) great up in a convent in New Orleans, with only the barest memory of her mother. One day she gets word that she has inherited a house and business in Colorado. In the letter it states that there is a partner who wishes to sell and send her the proceeds. She decides to go to Colorado and see to things herself.
Jordan (H) was hoping that his friends daughter would just agree to the sell , her mother never wanted Gabrielle to know that her mother was a whore and that the business she was inheriting was a whorehouse. She didn't however, she's here and though he wants nothing to do with her he can't leave her alone and unprotected.
Gabrielle (h) great up in a convent in New Orleans, with only the barest memory of her mother. One day she gets word that she has inherited a house and business in Colorado. In the letter it states that there is a partner who wishes to sell and send her the proceeds. She decides to go to Colorado and see to things herself.
Jordan (H) was hoping that his friends daughter would just agree to the sell , her mother never wanted Gabrielle to know that her mother was a whore and that the business she was inheriting was a whorehouse. She didn't however, she's here and though he wants nothing to do with her he can't leave her alone and unprotected.
June 8, 2011
I love HRs where the lead characters are not easily tamed and have lots of misunderstanding between them. This book severely lacks those qualities. I don't expect a girl who is raised all her life in a strict vicinity of a convent to forget her vows overnight after meeting the hero and starts lusting after him. However, loved the writer but she needs to be little less descriptive.
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June 30, 2011Strictly mediocre. Good romance novels take the cliche and own it - this one just paid a dollar to rent it for a while. And if you're going to quote the Song of Solomon at me, you'd damn well better do it in a better written setting - this turns poetry into schmaltz.
August 9, 2016
I really liked the book. It was one of those books that dared to address a sensitive human issue of prostitution and it gently and yet boldly brought it up to a human factor not a judgmental factor. It is more than a love story but a growing up and facing life story. Loved it!
October 13, 2008
Innocent convent reared heroine ends us running her mother's fancy house and gets the hero. The near-rape is a frightenng scene!
August 30, 2010
My review: http://bit.ly/a5KIGM
March 16, 2011
Fantastic!
July 21, 2012
Not as epic as her other books plus the whole whorehouse setting was just... kind of weird. I don't know how else to discribe it.
March 7, 2015
3,5 stars
December 29, 2024
Making your characters randomly citing classical literature, doesn't make make them look like intelligent bibliophile, but like a pretentious person with little original thought.
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