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The Emperors of London #3
Danger Wears White
Hoping to live down her family’s connections to the traitorous Jacobite cause, Imogen wants nothing more than a quiet life in the country. When she stumbles upon a wounded man, the white cockade in his coat tells her he’s a Jacobite, and a danger to the crown. Yet there’s something about him she can’t resist...
In search of a document on behalf of his powerful family, Tony is shot and left for dead. Secreted away to a hidden chamber, he finds himself both a guest and prisoner of a beautiful but mysterious woman. What she wants and who she serves, he cannot know. But what he does understand is the desire burning strongly between them. And that neither of them will be spared until their lust is sated.
When the action moves to London, suddenly it’s Tony who has to act to save Imogen. Forced to become a lady in waiting to Princess Amelia, she is in peril from the Jacobites, who are convinced she is their salvation. Only the strength of Tony and Imogen’s love can save them now.
In search of a document on behalf of his powerful family, Tony is shot and left for dead. Secreted away to a hidden chamber, he finds himself both a guest and prisoner of a beautiful but mysterious woman. What she wants and who she serves, he cannot know. But what he does understand is the desire burning strongly between them. And that neither of them will be spared until their lust is sated.
When the action moves to London, suddenly it’s Tony who has to act to save Imogen. Forced to become a lady in waiting to Princess Amelia, she is in peril from the Jacobites, who are convinced she is their salvation. Only the strength of Tony and Imogen’s love can save them now.
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 7, 2015
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Lynne Connolly
131 books312 followersI was born in Leicester, England, and lived in our cobbler’s shop with my parents and sister. It was an old house and most definitely haunted, but I didn’t find out until I left that my great uncle had hung himself in the living room! But I think our ghost might have been older than that. It was built on the site of the old Roman cemetery, and the land had been constantly inhabited, being in the centre of town. Then, when the council bought the house from us to build a road, my grandfather retired and my father went and worked for the Post Office. My mother was a sample machinist; that is, she worked with designers on the prototypes (models or samples) of garments. So I was very well dressed! We bought a relatively modern house in the country, and my mother was blissfully happy. It’s all very well living in a large old house, but it’s a dreadful task to keep it clean and warm!
My mother's side of the family are Romany gypsies, although sadly we haven't any of the old trailers that are so astonishingly beautiful. I was taught to read the Tarot cards, and I usually use two packs; the Rider pack for simple readings and the Crowley Thoth pack for the complex stuff.
I've always had an interest in the paranormal and it's been a delight to be able to put some of this into my novels.
My mother's side of the family are Romany gypsies, although sadly we haven't any of the old trailers that are so astonishingly beautiful. I was taught to read the Tarot cards, and I usually use two packs; the Rider pack for simple readings and the Crowley Thoth pack for the complex stuff.
I've always had an interest in the paranormal and it's been a delight to be able to put some of this into my novels.
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September 16, 2016
I've given this a C- at AAR, but am leaving it at 3 stars, because the historical background is excellent. The low grade is because the romance is underdeveloped.
One of the things I’ve been enjoying about Lynne Connolly’s Emperors of London series is the historical and political background against which she has set her stories. Besides not being a commonly used setting for historical romances, 1750s London is a hotbed of intrigue and political rivalry, and she is making good use of the unrest and uncertainty that was present at the time. Danger Wears White is the third in the series which features a large and powerful family loyal to the Hanoverian king and their sworn enemies, the Dankworths, who are one of a number of influential families who remain loyal to the Jacobite cause, despite its overwhelming defeat at the Battle of Culloden in 1745.
The eponymous “Emperors” are so named because of their unusual first names; we’ve already met Alexander, Maximillian, Poppea and the inscrutable Julius, Earl of Winterton, who is the head of the family. The hero of this story is Antonius Beaumont, formerly a Major in the army, and at the beginning of the book he has travelled to Lancashire in search of some potentially inflammatory documents in an attempt to prevent their falling into the wrong hands. On his way, Tony is attacked and shot, but just about manages to make his way to a tumble-down hut before he passes out.
He is discovered there by Imogen Thane, owner of the land and daughter of the former Earl of Hollinhead, a prominent Jacobite whose title was ignominiously stripped from him. Imogen has no sympathy with either the cause or her father, who has all but beggared his family, having spent practically everything in his quest to help restore a Stuart monarch to the English throne, and caring so little for his wife and daughter that he has abandoned them to live in Italy at the Pretender’s court.
Imogen arranges to have the shabbily dressed, badly injured man she believes to be a common soldier conveyed back to her home and sees that he is suitably – and secretly – taken care of. Her situation is complicated further by the fact that an important visitor has just arrived, Lord William Dankworth, son of the Duke of Northwich, also a prominent adherent of the Jacobite cause. Imogen can’t help but be flattered by the attentions of the handsome nobleman at first, but soon realises that there is something about Dankworth that makes her uncomfortable.
His presence makes it very difficult for Imogen to visit Tony, and she is almost distraught when she learns that, in her absence, his wound became seriously infected and his life was endangered. Fortunately, the servant assigned to care for Tony was able to help him, but Imogen feels guilty at not being able to be with him.
It’s at around this point that I started to have problems with the story, because with Tony having just recovered from a bullet wound and severe infection, he and Imogen fall into bed. I always have a problem with the “I have a serious head/leg/arm wound but my desire to shag you is so strong that it will heal my pain” scenario, but here that is compounded by the fact that Tony and Imogen have seen each other only a handful of times and don’t really know each other.
Following a couple more sessions of sexual healing, however, the couple is discovered, and if not for the timely intervention of Tony’s cousin Julius, Earl of Winterton, he could have ended up in the hands of their enemies, the Dankworths, and Imogen’s reputation could have been ruined. The action then shifts to London, as Julius has arranged for Imogen to be engaged as a waiting woman for Princess Amelia, one of King George’s daughters. Imogen is worried about Tony, having heard nothing from him since they parted in Lancashire, and is astonished to see him at a society event some weeks later, fully recovered, devastatingly handsome and surprisingly well-dressed. She is shocked and angry, believing he had lied to her and seduced her only to ensure that she would comply with Julius’ request that he be allowed to return to her home to search for the documents Tony had been trying to secure, documents which, if they fall into Jacobite hands, could see Imogen used as an unwitting pawn in a new rebellion against the Hanoverian monarchy.
I’ve already said that the historical background in this book, indeed the whole series, is enjoyable and strongly written, and the same is true of the mystery element of the story; but the book is let down by the romance, which, to be honest, isn’t a romance as much as it is a series of sex scenes that seem to me to exist solely to pad out what is already a fairly light-on-page-count novel. There is no real emotional connection between the protagonists, and no relationship development; they fall in love almost on sight, and then there is too much artificial conflict towards the end, with Imogen holding on to her belief that she has been used for longer than is necessary.
I did like her, though, as most of the time she’s intelligent, courageous and more than able to stand up for herself.
This has become a series I’m reading more because I enjoy the historical detail and plots than I’m reading for the romances, and because I’m intrigued by the glimpses the author is giving us into the character of the enigmatic Julius, who I hope will get his own book at some point. Ms Connolly writes well and has a secure grasp of the history of the period; I just wish there was a bit more actual romance going on.
One of the things I’ve been enjoying about Lynne Connolly’s Emperors of London series is the historical and political background against which she has set her stories. Besides not being a commonly used setting for historical romances, 1750s London is a hotbed of intrigue and political rivalry, and she is making good use of the unrest and uncertainty that was present at the time. Danger Wears White is the third in the series which features a large and powerful family loyal to the Hanoverian king and their sworn enemies, the Dankworths, who are one of a number of influential families who remain loyal to the Jacobite cause, despite its overwhelming defeat at the Battle of Culloden in 1745.
The eponymous “Emperors” are so named because of their unusual first names; we’ve already met Alexander, Maximillian, Poppea and the inscrutable Julius, Earl of Winterton, who is the head of the family. The hero of this story is Antonius Beaumont, formerly a Major in the army, and at the beginning of the book he has travelled to Lancashire in search of some potentially inflammatory documents in an attempt to prevent their falling into the wrong hands. On his way, Tony is attacked and shot, but just about manages to make his way to a tumble-down hut before he passes out.
He is discovered there by Imogen Thane, owner of the land and daughter of the former Earl of Hollinhead, a prominent Jacobite whose title was ignominiously stripped from him. Imogen has no sympathy with either the cause or her father, who has all but beggared his family, having spent practically everything in his quest to help restore a Stuart monarch to the English throne, and caring so little for his wife and daughter that he has abandoned them to live in Italy at the Pretender’s court.
Imogen arranges to have the shabbily dressed, badly injured man she believes to be a common soldier conveyed back to her home and sees that he is suitably – and secretly – taken care of. Her situation is complicated further by the fact that an important visitor has just arrived, Lord William Dankworth, son of the Duke of Northwich, also a prominent adherent of the Jacobite cause. Imogen can’t help but be flattered by the attentions of the handsome nobleman at first, but soon realises that there is something about Dankworth that makes her uncomfortable.
His presence makes it very difficult for Imogen to visit Tony, and she is almost distraught when she learns that, in her absence, his wound became seriously infected and his life was endangered. Fortunately, the servant assigned to care for Tony was able to help him, but Imogen feels guilty at not being able to be with him.
It’s at around this point that I started to have problems with the story, because with Tony having just recovered from a bullet wound and severe infection, he and Imogen fall into bed. I always have a problem with the “I have a serious head/leg/arm wound but my desire to shag you is so strong that it will heal my pain” scenario, but here that is compounded by the fact that Tony and Imogen have seen each other only a handful of times and don’t really know each other.
Following a couple more sessions of sexual healing, however, the couple is discovered, and if not for the timely intervention of Tony’s cousin Julius, Earl of Winterton, he could have ended up in the hands of their enemies, the Dankworths, and Imogen’s reputation could have been ruined. The action then shifts to London, as Julius has arranged for Imogen to be engaged as a waiting woman for Princess Amelia, one of King George’s daughters. Imogen is worried about Tony, having heard nothing from him since they parted in Lancashire, and is astonished to see him at a society event some weeks later, fully recovered, devastatingly handsome and surprisingly well-dressed. She is shocked and angry, believing he had lied to her and seduced her only to ensure that she would comply with Julius’ request that he be allowed to return to her home to search for the documents Tony had been trying to secure, documents which, if they fall into Jacobite hands, could see Imogen used as an unwitting pawn in a new rebellion against the Hanoverian monarchy.
I’ve already said that the historical background in this book, indeed the whole series, is enjoyable and strongly written, and the same is true of the mystery element of the story; but the book is let down by the romance, which, to be honest, isn’t a romance as much as it is a series of sex scenes that seem to me to exist solely to pad out what is already a fairly light-on-page-count novel. There is no real emotional connection between the protagonists, and no relationship development; they fall in love almost on sight, and then there is too much artificial conflict towards the end, with Imogen holding on to her belief that she has been used for longer than is necessary.
I did like her, though, as most of the time she’s intelligent, courageous and more than able to stand up for herself.
This has become a series I’m reading more because I enjoy the historical detail and plots than I’m reading for the romances, and because I’m intrigued by the glimpses the author is giving us into the character of the enigmatic Julius, who I hope will get his own book at some point. Ms Connolly writes well and has a secure grasp of the history of the period; I just wish there was a bit more actual romance going on.
August 2, 2018
I am really enjoying this series.
Although i believe there are not nearly enough Georgian HR novels being written these days, Lynne Connolly has crafted a good series set in that era.
Also, she has chosen a backdrop for the series that I have never seen used for HR, the post battle of Culloden intrigue between the Jacobites (Stuart supporters) and those loyal to to the German-Protestant house of Hanover.
In this installment, there is wrangling between these two factions for control over the seeming illegitimate issue of the Pretender.
Although i believe there are not nearly enough Georgian HR novels being written these days, Lynne Connolly has crafted a good series set in that era.
Also, she has chosen a backdrop for the series that I have never seen used for HR, the post battle of Culloden intrigue between the Jacobites (Stuart supporters) and those loyal to to the German-Protestant house of Hanover.
In this installment, there is wrangling between these two factions for control over the seeming illegitimate issue of the Pretender.
May 27, 2015
I love Lynne Connolly’s books. They’re so much MORE than just the relationship. There’s so much PLOT going on. And this is one of the few authors whose aristocratic characters really, truly behave like the aristocracy.
Danger Wears White is about danger and intrigue and different factions trying to gain power in Britain. It’s set some seventy years before most historical romances, which means a whole lot of different fashions and dangers and behaviours. I’ve liked all the books in the series, but I might have enjoyed this one the most so far.
Connolly’s books definitely don’t read the same way as the Regency romances that are endlessly popular, but I like that. I also like that she can capture the mood – and the power – of the characters she’s writing about in one quick description of a gesture. She also makes sure we see the realities of such high positions in society. It’s not all balls and anachronisms.
There is a great deal of history in this story, but I do think you can get by without the background. You can also get by reading this book without having read the first two in the series.
I’m not really sure what to say – as is usually the case when I enjoy a book. Mostly, I suppose I wish people could inject some more of THIS sort of thing into the Regency era. Despite the mood the genre tends to set, it was another era that wasn’t short of intrigue and danger.
Review copy provided by NetGalley.
Danger Wears White is about danger and intrigue and different factions trying to gain power in Britain. It’s set some seventy years before most historical romances, which means a whole lot of different fashions and dangers and behaviours. I’ve liked all the books in the series, but I might have enjoyed this one the most so far.
Connolly’s books definitely don’t read the same way as the Regency romances that are endlessly popular, but I like that. I also like that she can capture the mood – and the power – of the characters she’s writing about in one quick description of a gesture. She also makes sure we see the realities of such high positions in society. It’s not all balls and anachronisms.
There is a great deal of history in this story, but I do think you can get by without the background. You can also get by reading this book without having read the first two in the series.
I’m not really sure what to say – as is usually the case when I enjoy a book. Mostly, I suppose I wish people could inject some more of THIS sort of thing into the Regency era. Despite the mood the genre tends to set, it was another era that wasn’t short of intrigue and danger.
Review copy provided by NetGalley.
January 17, 2022
I did not enjoy this reading experience. The background political maneuvering is okay, and I would have been fine with some other treatment of that. Even a novel about Tony's military career and the events that pushed him into the army might have been interesting, as long as he got stronger and more consistent characterization out of it. Same goes for a novel about the circumstances of Imogen's upbringing.
Instead, it's a lot of inconsistent behavior from characters who don't read as very intelligent or competent (or even as believable people), some creepy controlling interludes, and a tendency to drop plot points randomly into conversations to push the plot forward because it's already run aground.
And they both say and do creepy things regarding each other.
Instead, it's a lot of inconsistent behavior from characters who don't read as very intelligent or competent (or even as believable people), some creepy controlling interludes, and a tendency to drop plot points randomly into conversations to push the plot forward because it's already run aground.
And they both say and do creepy things regarding each other.
May 16, 2015
Imogen Thane is a woman happy to live the quiet life that her comfortable country home affords her. Secure in the knowledge that seasons, social jockeying, and the mad dash for titles and husbands is well behind her,and self-supported spinsterhood her future.
But when she discovers an injured man in a tumbledown hut on the outskirts of her property. She knows that she must do all that she can to help him. Even though she knows that to do so is treason.
Tony Shaw is nothing that he seems...
To Imogene...he is irresistible!
Danger Wears White is the perfect blend of romance, political intrigue, and mystery. Leading man Tony/Antonious and lady Emmy/Imogen are allowed to know each other as people, without all of the pomp and circumstance of society.
Because of this, readers are able to hold on to the truth of these two, and their feelings for each other as the lies and secrets swirl around them.
A large part of the story sees the two parted, and Imogen thrust rather unceremoniously into the societal lion's den that she'd tried to avoid.
This is the time when secrets that have plagued both Tony and Emmy are revealed, as are schemes and plots by supporting characters.
There is a wonderful balance between drama, romance, mystery, and suspense. The only detraction coming from a confusing back and forth concerning who is loyal to the sitting crown, and who is of the dreaded Jacobite faction.
Both Tony and Emmy are strong and intelligent characters, who are easy to root for. Emmy is allowed to be outspoken, and is never made a pawn of the people around her.
Come lords, ladies, kings, or queens; Imogen Thane takes on all comers with an unmatched wit and quiet grace that readers can't help but adore.
This is the third book in this series, but because each book is a companion to the other; books may enjoyed in any order.
But when she discovers an injured man in a tumbledown hut on the outskirts of her property. She knows that she must do all that she can to help him. Even though she knows that to do so is treason.
Tony Shaw is nothing that he seems...
To Imogene...he is irresistible!
Danger Wears White is the perfect blend of romance, political intrigue, and mystery. Leading man Tony/Antonious and lady Emmy/Imogen are allowed to know each other as people, without all of the pomp and circumstance of society.
Because of this, readers are able to hold on to the truth of these two, and their feelings for each other as the lies and secrets swirl around them.
A large part of the story sees the two parted, and Imogen thrust rather unceremoniously into the societal lion's den that she'd tried to avoid.
This is the time when secrets that have plagued both Tony and Emmy are revealed, as are schemes and plots by supporting characters.
There is a wonderful balance between drama, romance, mystery, and suspense. The only detraction coming from a confusing back and forth concerning who is loyal to the sitting crown, and who is of the dreaded Jacobite faction.
Both Tony and Emmy are strong and intelligent characters, who are easy to root for. Emmy is allowed to be outspoken, and is never made a pawn of the people around her.
Come lords, ladies, kings, or queens; Imogen Thane takes on all comers with an unmatched wit and quiet grace that readers can't help but adore.
This is the third book in this series, but because each book is a companion to the other; books may enjoyed in any order.
July 14, 2015
Imogen has no idea what she is getting herself into when she assists a wounded man near her home. When she discovers that man is a Jacobite, she becomes internally tortured with whether to abandon the handsome man or to do what is right and help him, but the political atmosphere at the time is such that could shatter not only her family name but her very soul.
Tony may seem the gentleman traitor, but he is so much more, and those secrets he holds can make or break Imogen and all she stands for. Imogen's attraction to the recovering man is evident and when she decides to throw her innocence to the winds, passion with Tony is more than she bargained for. Tony is searching for a document that is needed to make his family whole, and now with more than one purpose at hand, he must show Imogen that she in fact can trust him, for it could mean her being used as a pawn in a political game fraught with danger.
DANGER WEARS WHITE by Lynne Connolly is wondrous tale of the politics of an unsettling time in history and it is a deeply passionate story involving two characters with so much conviction and depth. Imogen has tried to stay in the background, enjoying her home and her solitude but when Tony appears, her world turns upside down and her head is in a million places at once. Tony and Imogen discover a desire that needs to be unleashed even with the diffuclt times ahead. Lynne Connolly's Emperors of London series is a page-turner, with DANGER WEARS WHITE being no exception.
November 5, 2022
Really good story!
Lynne Connelly spins a super tail. The situations are not too far out and that are historically believable. My only disappointment is wanting a little more clarity and closure at the end. Yes, it all works out but I would like to know a little more about what happens to the secondary characters, like Imogen's mother, Julius, Helen etc.
Lynne Connelly spins a super tail. The situations are not too far out and that are historically believable. My only disappointment is wanting a little more clarity and closure at the end. Yes, it all works out but I would like to know a little more about what happens to the secondary characters, like Imogen's mother, Julius, Helen etc.
November 11, 2019
There is something this prose needs, but the author is getting better. I liked the tropes on this one. As other critics have mentioned the romance is underdeveloped and it’s a little puzzling why the very co fident heroine decides this guy is her catnip.
August 12, 2015
Previously reviewed on The Good, The Bad, and The Unread:
This series just keeps getting better as the politics and intrigue are ramped up with each new revelation. The romance plots aren’t half bad either, as we meet more of the Emperors of the series’ title and each of them gets paired off. This time it’s the turn of Antonius, better known as Tony, and his match is probably my favourite heroine of the series so far, helped by her love for a house that is based closely on one that is also very dear to me.
Imogen is happily single and living in semi-exile in the Lancashire countryside, the majority of her father’s estates having been seized, along with his title, for his part in the Jacobite risings. However, the eccentric Tudor house where she lives with her mother remains in trust for Imogen until she either marries or reaches the age of thirty-five. Imogen’s plan is to take care of the house and its estate for the next ten years, carefully avoiding her mother’s matchmaking attempts and then to continue her life as an independent woman of property. Then she comes across a wounded man in an old barn.
Tony is on a mission for his family, to retrieve the important documents they believe to be hidden in Imogen’s house. An encounter with enemies who are after those same papers has left him with a bullet wound – and while disguised as a Jacobite, no less. Fortunately, Imogen takes pity on him and hides him in a partially blocked off room, even though she knows that her family connections combined with Tony’s supposed allegiance could get her into serious trouble. Helped by her loyal family retainers, and hindered by the presence of unexpected visitors in the house, Imogen cares for Tony while leading him to believe that she is merely the housekeeper to the family whose house he is in. Not that Tony has been entirely honest about who he is, of course.
Eventually Tony is discovered, and his cousin Julius is forced to step in to save everyone’s reputations. Imogen finds herself whisked off to London, where she learns more about the Emperors and about her unwitting role in various plots against the crown. All she wants to do is go back home and carry on as before – although she would like to get to know Tony better too – but that’s not going to be possible until those missing documents are retrieved. Even then, it turns out that Imogen’s life is likely to remain complicated, but fortunately Tony may have more solutions in store for her.
All in all I love this book, with its multitude of twists and turns. I’d love to know more about what’s in store for Imogen and Tony, but equally, I’m keen to see more of the Emperors settled and learn how they will ultimately overcome the machinations of their enemies, the Dankworths. I can’t wait for the next instalment in the series.
This series just keeps getting better as the politics and intrigue are ramped up with each new revelation. The romance plots aren’t half bad either, as we meet more of the Emperors of the series’ title and each of them gets paired off. This time it’s the turn of Antonius, better known as Tony, and his match is probably my favourite heroine of the series so far, helped by her love for a house that is based closely on one that is also very dear to me.
Imogen is happily single and living in semi-exile in the Lancashire countryside, the majority of her father’s estates having been seized, along with his title, for his part in the Jacobite risings. However, the eccentric Tudor house where she lives with her mother remains in trust for Imogen until she either marries or reaches the age of thirty-five. Imogen’s plan is to take care of the house and its estate for the next ten years, carefully avoiding her mother’s matchmaking attempts and then to continue her life as an independent woman of property. Then she comes across a wounded man in an old barn.
Tony is on a mission for his family, to retrieve the important documents they believe to be hidden in Imogen’s house. An encounter with enemies who are after those same papers has left him with a bullet wound – and while disguised as a Jacobite, no less. Fortunately, Imogen takes pity on him and hides him in a partially blocked off room, even though she knows that her family connections combined with Tony’s supposed allegiance could get her into serious trouble. Helped by her loyal family retainers, and hindered by the presence of unexpected visitors in the house, Imogen cares for Tony while leading him to believe that she is merely the housekeeper to the family whose house he is in. Not that Tony has been entirely honest about who he is, of course.
Eventually Tony is discovered, and his cousin Julius is forced to step in to save everyone’s reputations. Imogen finds herself whisked off to London, where she learns more about the Emperors and about her unwitting role in various plots against the crown. All she wants to do is go back home and carry on as before – although she would like to get to know Tony better too – but that’s not going to be possible until those missing documents are retrieved. Even then, it turns out that Imogen’s life is likely to remain complicated, but fortunately Tony may have more solutions in store for her.
All in all I love this book, with its multitude of twists and turns. I’d love to know more about what’s in store for Imogen and Tony, but equally, I’m keen to see more of the Emperors settled and learn how they will ultimately overcome the machinations of their enemies, the Dankworths. I can’t wait for the next instalment in the series.
July 18, 2015
I received this book free from Net Galley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
This is the first book I have ever read by Lynne Connolly so I was looking forward to seeing if this is an author I would like to continue reading. Also I have never read a book that takes place during the Georgian era. I am usually a contemporary reader but lately I have been expanding my reading genres. Therefore everything in this book is relatively new to me.
However, I loved this book. I learned a lot about this ere and discovered a new author that I would like to continue reading. Unfortunately, this is the third book in the series, so I was worried because I had missed the first two books. However, once I started the book, my worries were over. The author immediately brings us up-to-date on the story so far. Therefore I was able to read this book with very little trouble. I do, however, plan to read the first two.
This is a very complicated story and I don't think I could do any better in summarizing then the listing has. Politics actually plays a big part in this. Imogen's father is a Jacobite and because of that, he lost his father anbd there has lost all of their money. Imogen still has her home, and that is all that she cares about.
Meanwhile Tony has been shot and left for dear close to where Imogen lives. She takes him in, hides him (he is wearing Jacobite clothing), and saves his life. Tony is happy because he is looking for a hidden document that he thinks is in Imogen's house.
I gave this book a four instead of a five because I did not feel any chemistry between the two lovers. I also found the fact that the couple had sex so early in their relationship to be unrealistic in those days. Especially since Imogen is an innocent country girl.
I did, however, enjoy the mystery and the information about the Georgian Era that I was able to learn in this book. I would like to read the first two books and see how the relationships in those compare to the one in this book. I would definitely recommend this book although I thinik I would suggest you read it in the correct order.
This is the first book I have ever read by Lynne Connolly so I was looking forward to seeing if this is an author I would like to continue reading. Also I have never read a book that takes place during the Georgian era. I am usually a contemporary reader but lately I have been expanding my reading genres. Therefore everything in this book is relatively new to me.
However, I loved this book. I learned a lot about this ere and discovered a new author that I would like to continue reading. Unfortunately, this is the third book in the series, so I was worried because I had missed the first two books. However, once I started the book, my worries were over. The author immediately brings us up-to-date on the story so far. Therefore I was able to read this book with very little trouble. I do, however, plan to read the first two.
This is a very complicated story and I don't think I could do any better in summarizing then the listing has. Politics actually plays a big part in this. Imogen's father is a Jacobite and because of that, he lost his father anbd there has lost all of their money. Imogen still has her home, and that is all that she cares about.
Meanwhile Tony has been shot and left for dear close to where Imogen lives. She takes him in, hides him (he is wearing Jacobite clothing), and saves his life. Tony is happy because he is looking for a hidden document that he thinks is in Imogen's house.
I gave this book a four instead of a five because I did not feel any chemistry between the two lovers. I also found the fact that the couple had sex so early in their relationship to be unrealistic in those days. Especially since Imogen is an innocent country girl.
I did, however, enjoy the mystery and the information about the Georgian Era that I was able to learn in this book. I would like to read the first two books and see how the relationships in those compare to the one in this book. I would definitely recommend this book although I thinik I would suggest you read it in the correct order.
July 29, 2015
REVIEW
Sometimes historical fiction should be just good fun to read. The settings, the immersion into the life of living in the period and as a member of the “fallen” ton was wonderful. I could almost feel a small sense of Cinderella in the fine print, as Imogen fights to just keep her home out of the clutches of the warring factions of the Royals and the Jacobites, who are determined to once again sit on the throne of England.
Part of what is so much fun, is the intrigue, and the cloak and dagger of the fighting. All this, while appearing gentile and extremely civilized, as society demands. The only person who doesn’t seem to know what the fighting is really about is the center of it all, and the innocent of the day, Imogen.
Lynne does a wonderful job of slowly rolling out the scroll, and laying the picture out for us all to see and take in, much like a large panorama map across a desk. Accept, she is whisking us through the pages of her novel at break-neck speed as she paints the picture with broadening strokes. Just as you think you have it all figured out, Lynne throws in a curve and adds more depth and texture to the scene and characters.
What could have otherwise been a light summer read, was given more depth by the complex character development she gave to her central characters. It kept you turning the page to see if you had it right, or if the next discovery would turn Imogen’s world upside-down, again.
All this intrigue was wrapped and intertwined with a love story, much like a twisted Cinderella tale. Personally, I read and saw the Cinderella story as the central thread through the entire novel. It made it endearing and charming, in the middle of the cloak and dagger and everything else going on. I love a good Cinderella, smile.
As to the historical, there seemed to be no ties to documented history, but the atmosphere, and character development were spot on for the time period and setting. Fabulous job.
I would give this novel a good FOUR STAR rating. A copy of this book was provided by Net Galley for my reading and reviewing of the novel, thank you.
Sometimes historical fiction should be just good fun to read. The settings, the immersion into the life of living in the period and as a member of the “fallen” ton was wonderful. I could almost feel a small sense of Cinderella in the fine print, as Imogen fights to just keep her home out of the clutches of the warring factions of the Royals and the Jacobites, who are determined to once again sit on the throne of England.
Part of what is so much fun, is the intrigue, and the cloak and dagger of the fighting. All this, while appearing gentile and extremely civilized, as society demands. The only person who doesn’t seem to know what the fighting is really about is the center of it all, and the innocent of the day, Imogen.
Lynne does a wonderful job of slowly rolling out the scroll, and laying the picture out for us all to see and take in, much like a large panorama map across a desk. Accept, she is whisking us through the pages of her novel at break-neck speed as she paints the picture with broadening strokes. Just as you think you have it all figured out, Lynne throws in a curve and adds more depth and texture to the scene and characters.
What could have otherwise been a light summer read, was given more depth by the complex character development she gave to her central characters. It kept you turning the page to see if you had it right, or if the next discovery would turn Imogen’s world upside-down, again.
All this intrigue was wrapped and intertwined with a love story, much like a twisted Cinderella tale. Personally, I read and saw the Cinderella story as the central thread through the entire novel. It made it endearing and charming, in the middle of the cloak and dagger and everything else going on. I love a good Cinderella, smile.
As to the historical, there seemed to be no ties to documented history, but the atmosphere, and character development were spot on for the time period and setting. Fabulous job.
I would give this novel a good FOUR STAR rating. A copy of this book was provided by Net Galley for my reading and reviewing of the novel, thank you.
July 7, 2015
Georgian England is in a bit of turmoil. The "pretender" is in Rome, and Jacobites are laying very low.
Imogen Thane just wants life to be simple. Her father was a Stuart supporter who lost his title for being so. "Immie" has no ambition to go to London, no desire to marry and give control of her life and home over to a man. She likes things the way they are.
She is out inspecting her property when she comes to an old shack on the edge of her land, she is considering tearing it down. She goes in to inspect it and finds a man gravely wounded. He happens to carry the cockade of a Jacobite. Imogen takes this man, Tony, to her home and hides him. She and her very loyal servants, care for him. Then things happen that make it harder for her to think about what will happen when he is well enough to leave.
This story was sumptuous with history and mystery! The times were difficult at best, dangerous and deadly at worst. One never knew whom they could trust. When Imogen is called to court, she is worried as to the reason. The King has decided she should marry, but she does not understand why the King would be interested in a "Miss Thane." She is no longer titled. All is finally unfolded for her by a couple of people she already knows and then it gets really interesting!
I enjoyed this third installment of the Emperors of London very much! I can absolutely see something like this happening and the plot twists are perfectly timed to keep me reading well into the night! Lynne Connolly has a way of writing that gives you the details but lets you use your own imagination on the finer points. I really like that! I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Georgian romance with a bit of heat!
Heat rating of 7 out of 10!
Imogen Thane just wants life to be simple. Her father was a Stuart supporter who lost his title for being so. "Immie" has no ambition to go to London, no desire to marry and give control of her life and home over to a man. She likes things the way they are.
She is out inspecting her property when she comes to an old shack on the edge of her land, she is considering tearing it down. She goes in to inspect it and finds a man gravely wounded. He happens to carry the cockade of a Jacobite. Imogen takes this man, Tony, to her home and hides him. She and her very loyal servants, care for him. Then things happen that make it harder for her to think about what will happen when he is well enough to leave.
This story was sumptuous with history and mystery! The times were difficult at best, dangerous and deadly at worst. One never knew whom they could trust. When Imogen is called to court, she is worried as to the reason. The King has decided she should marry, but she does not understand why the King would be interested in a "Miss Thane." She is no longer titled. All is finally unfolded for her by a couple of people she already knows and then it gets really interesting!
I enjoyed this third installment of the Emperors of London very much! I can absolutely see something like this happening and the plot twists are perfectly timed to keep me reading well into the night! Lynne Connolly has a way of writing that gives you the details but lets you use your own imagination on the finer points. I really like that! I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Georgian romance with a bit of heat!
Heat rating of 7 out of 10!
August 2, 2016
The second I’ve read in this series, it is most notable for me to see the political and social intermingle, and Connolly’s facility with using these moments to fuel her character’s concerns and choices.
With the taint of traitorous behavior from her family’s support of the Jacobite cause, Imogen plans to stay quietly from London, in the country where the slights and dangers from society will not suddenly arise to derail her life. But, those plans are for naught when she comes upon an injured man with insignia that indicates he’s a Jacobite. Arranging for his care, yet wanting to stay apart, she secretes him in her home to heal.
Tony is searching for a document that will secure his family, but place Imogen in great danger. Still – their passion cannot be ignored, and the two find common ground in feelings that defy politics, social norms and standing. But when Imogen is called to serve at court, an offer she can’t refuse, she becomes integral in Tony’s search.
Interesting pairing of the couple who have enough secrets to sink several ships – many of them dangerous. Both intelligent and passionate, the secrecy and careful steps needed from them both to avoid pitfalls and danger are amassing exponentially. Most curious is the mix of politics, court decorum and restrictions and intrigue that keep this story flowing forward to the end. Rich with history, facts and moments that resemble a chess game for ALL the stakes, the story is intriguing and engaging.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
With the taint of traitorous behavior from her family’s support of the Jacobite cause, Imogen plans to stay quietly from London, in the country where the slights and dangers from society will not suddenly arise to derail her life. But, those plans are for naught when she comes upon an injured man with insignia that indicates he’s a Jacobite. Arranging for his care, yet wanting to stay apart, she secretes him in her home to heal.
Tony is searching for a document that will secure his family, but place Imogen in great danger. Still – their passion cannot be ignored, and the two find common ground in feelings that defy politics, social norms and standing. But when Imogen is called to serve at court, an offer she can’t refuse, she becomes integral in Tony’s search.
Interesting pairing of the couple who have enough secrets to sink several ships – many of them dangerous. Both intelligent and passionate, the secrecy and careful steps needed from them both to avoid pitfalls and danger are amassing exponentially. Most curious is the mix of politics, court decorum and restrictions and intrigue that keep this story flowing forward to the end. Rich with history, facts and moments that resemble a chess game for ALL the stakes, the story is intriguing and engaging.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
July 8, 2015
This review is from: Danger Wears White (The Emperors of London series) (Kindle Edition)
Imogen finds a wounded man in the woods so she tries to help him! Then she finds out he's a Jacobite! They could be arrested if he's found at her house! Tony is not what he seems! He was headed for her house to look for some papers! When he wakes he thinks she's a servant of the house! Meanwhile a lord William Dankworth shows up and it appears her mother is trying to throw her at him telling her that his father and hers were old friends but Imogen didn't really remember because her mother and father never really had much to do with her nor were they affectionate. But when troops come to arrest Tony and its obvious that her mother and Lord Dankworth were responsible! But at the same time a kings officer and the local magistrate came at the same time and not only took Tony but they took Imogen too! Her mother and Lord Dankworth were furious but couldn't override the kings orders even though they were against him they couldn't let on that they were! Imogen was a maid for princess Amelia and handed a list by the king and told to pick one of these men to marry at the end of a months time! This book was full of espionage suspense murder plots lots of romance I loved it! I couldn't put it down! This is the second of this series that I have read! The first one was just as good! I can't wait to read the third!! I was gifted this book from netgalley in exchange for an honest review!
May 26, 2015
I received a copy of this book from the publisher for an honest review. Danger Wears White is another solid entry in the Emperors of London series set during the Georgian era. Imogen is the daughter of a Jacobite supporter who lost his title due to his loyalty to the Stewart. Tony is an part of the "Emperors of London" - cousins who were named for famous Roman Emperors. Tony was shot near Imogen's estate while trying to find some dangerous papers that his family's enemy, the Dankworths. Imogen rescues Tony and hides him in a room in her home;the couple feel an instant bond. Imogen and Tony are caught in the act by her mother, several guests, and Tony's cousin Julian. The action then moves to London where Imogen finds herself acting briefly as a lady in waiting for one of the Royal Princesses. Tony and Imogen find themselves threatened due to a secret about her past, but they do find their happy ending. I really enjoyed the intrigue and relationship that develops between the lead characters. The story also features more glimpses into Julian - I cannot wait for his story. I'm looking forward to the next story in the series to see what the next move the Dankworths make in the ongoing fued with the Emperors.
July 15, 2015
*Disclaimer – I received a review copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Danger Wears White by Lynne Connolly kept me riveted all the way to the end. Political intrigue and fascinating characters made this a novel I had a hard time putting down. Imogen is an independent woman, in a time when that was rare, and she remained independent and with a strong identity throughout the story. Her love for Tony beautifully added to who she was. Tony was as enjoyable as Imogen. Although Tony wanted to protect and take care of Imogen, his love and desire to care for her never felt like he was implying Imogen was incapable of caring for herself. Tony was a genuinely loving man, and it didn’t hurt that he was a badass ex-soldier. Some of the minor characters were also intriguing, such as Julius and Nick, and I hope to read more about them in a future book. The plot was full of court politics, which kept me working to figure out who was good and who was bad. I enjoy being confused about whom to trust in a novel, so this was right up my alley. This was my first Lynne Connolly novel, but it will most certainly not be my last. I loved this book, and I highly recommend reading it.
Danger Wears White by Lynne Connolly kept me riveted all the way to the end. Political intrigue and fascinating characters made this a novel I had a hard time putting down. Imogen is an independent woman, in a time when that was rare, and she remained independent and with a strong identity throughout the story. Her love for Tony beautifully added to who she was. Tony was as enjoyable as Imogen. Although Tony wanted to protect and take care of Imogen, his love and desire to care for her never felt like he was implying Imogen was incapable of caring for herself. Tony was a genuinely loving man, and it didn’t hurt that he was a badass ex-soldier. Some of the minor characters were also intriguing, such as Julius and Nick, and I hope to read more about them in a future book. The plot was full of court politics, which kept me working to figure out who was good and who was bad. I enjoy being confused about whom to trust in a novel, so this was right up my alley. This was my first Lynne Connolly novel, but it will most certainly not be my last. I loved this book, and I highly recommend reading it.
August 10, 2015
From the synopsis, this book sounded like it would be an excellent read. Although I enjoyed it, it was not a "page-turner", a book very eagerly read. It did have all the potential but only partially delivered. One of the issues is that things went too fast to be entirely believable. Tony and Immie just fall together a little too quickly. One hour he is "dying" from his infected wound, the next he is making love to her. Later when they have issues she forgives him a bit too quickly. However the premise of the story is a good one. The author just tried to wrap up stuff too soon. From me the reading pleasure is in intrigue and not being able to know what would happen. Dealing with the villain of the story was anticlimactic, not what was expected. He was out of the picture sooner than necessary.
However, in the end this is a love story and romance is definitely it's strong suit. The hero and heroine truly care about each other and are willing to do what is necessary to be together. There are a few unanswered situations not resolved in this story. Hopefully that means another book that will give some resolutions. All in all this is a decent book, worth the time to read it.
However, in the end this is a love story and romance is definitely it's strong suit. The hero and heroine truly care about each other and are willing to do what is necessary to be together. There are a few unanswered situations not resolved in this story. Hopefully that means another book that will give some resolutions. All in all this is a decent book, worth the time to read it.
July 15, 2015
3.5 stars. This is the second book in Lynne Connolly's The Emperors of London series that I have read and this one is definitely the better. Imogen is running her family's estate by herself while trying to reign in her mother's spending and matchmaking. While out for a ride she finds an injured man wearing the white ribbon of a Jacobite. Due to her family's past, she is forced to hide him while he heals. I like the unique historical details that are in Lynne Connolly's books and this one is especially interesting. Imogen is a strong and intelligent heroine and I found Tony's story interesting. I did not like how they immediately fell for each other, especially hard to believe since Tony was unconscious for a lot of their first meetings. Once I got past this, though, I did enjoy the story and found their chemistry believable. I received an E-Galley of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
July 11, 2015
Danger Wears White by Lynne Connolly was a historical romance with some political intrigue thrown in. Imogene is a young woman who wishes to be left alone on her land. Her background shows her father’s disgrace and her mother constant spending money and dragging suitors is a struggle.
Tony is searching for something...only he knows what and except for small hints you are not given enough information to even give a guess. What you do know is the Tony seems to be a Jacobite and Imogene wants nothing to do with that. Nonetheless she helps him and finds herself immersed in hiding a fugitive. Only nothing is that easy during this time period in England with people searching for political power. Tony and Imogene are hot together and really heat up the story.
A hot historical romance that is part of a series, but can be read as a stand alone.
**I did receive this book as an ARC from the publisher via Net Galley for an honest early review.
Tony is searching for something...only he knows what and except for small hints you are not given enough information to even give a guess. What you do know is the Tony seems to be a Jacobite and Imogene wants nothing to do with that. Nonetheless she helps him and finds herself immersed in hiding a fugitive. Only nothing is that easy during this time period in England with people searching for political power. Tony and Imogene are hot together and really heat up the story.
A hot historical romance that is part of a series, but can be read as a stand alone.
**I did receive this book as an ARC from the publisher via Net Galley for an honest early review.
July 23, 2015
I was expecting more from a book with this title. Like more danger. Tony and Imogen seem to get involved in things that could be very dangerous, but somehow they are not in any danger with the exception of a bullet. Imogen and Tony avoid all the dangerous things and someone else had to do all the dirty work. I know that it's a couple decades before the usual timeline for me, but I wasn't expecting to see Imogen gives her virginity so freely and without a second thought to Tony. Things felt rushed and some others not well connected between them. Solutions came too easily.
I am new to the series and I think I will not continue with the series. Perhaps if I see the next book someday I will get it, but I won't lose any sleep if I don't. For some reason I feel bad for writing a bad review for this book, so I will suggest it because I have never felt this way before for a bad review and trust me I have written much worse.
I am new to the series and I think I will not continue with the series. Perhaps if I see the next book someday I will get it, but I won't lose any sleep if I don't. For some reason I feel bad for writing a bad review for this book, so I will suggest it because I have never felt this way before for a bad review and trust me I have written much worse.
July 8, 2015
DANGER WEARS WHITE by Lynne Connolly is a exciting Regency Historical Romance set in England. 4th in the "Emperors of London" series, but can be read as a stand alone.
Fast paced, and adventure filled with political intrigue, passion, romance, mystery and suspense.
I was thoroughly engrossed in the story. Read it in one setting. I Loved everything about this story, from the H/H, to the action filled story, the secondary characters, to the passionate kisses, to the love scenes and of course, the storytelling was magnificent. A well written tale with engaging and realistic characters. The storyline is compelling, powerful and engrossing. Another hit for Ms. Connolly! This is a must read for fans of Regency Romance. Highly recommended!
*Received for an honest review*
Rating: 4.5
Heat rating: hot
Reviewed by: AprilR, courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
Fast paced, and adventure filled with political intrigue, passion, romance, mystery and suspense.
I was thoroughly engrossed in the story. Read it in one setting. I Loved everything about this story, from the H/H, to the action filled story, the secondary characters, to the passionate kisses, to the love scenes and of course, the storytelling was magnificent. A well written tale with engaging and realistic characters. The storyline is compelling, powerful and engrossing. Another hit for Ms. Connolly! This is a must read for fans of Regency Romance. Highly recommended!
*Received for an honest review*
Rating: 4.5
Heat rating: hot
Reviewed by: AprilR, courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
July 19, 2015
I received this book for an honest review. I loved this book. Imogene was not a typical heroine. She fought to keep her land and home for herself and managed it well enough to be self sustaining. Her heart was big enough to try helping a wounded stranger, even hiding him to protect him. Only a couple occasions arose where she questioned her feelings and she did not give into despair. Tony almost dies before finding his true love. For him, it was instant and he swore to protect her forever. Quickly and happily married, their love is tested by those around them. There is also a secret that could tear them apart. This is the 2nd book in a series. I will now go find and read the previous one.
April 21, 2016
It took a little while for me to wrap my mind around the terminology but Danger Wears White by Lynne Connolly was full of surprises. Strong heroines are a plus in any book particular romance because so many times they are portrayed as victims in need of rescue. Ms. Connolly gives her female characters equal billing with the males. Imogen so many times could have walked away and turned a blind eye but she stood firm and allowed her sense of heart and conscience to guide her. Courageous, indeed. Tony and Imogen are bound together by danger, tragedy and a sense of right and wrong. To make a difference there is risk but the reward is the fact that someone tried.
June 30, 2015
Interesting intrigue and romance set in the Georgian era.
While out riding during a storm, Imogen stops by an old hut and discovers a wounded man, Tony. She takes him home to recover and places him in a hidden room until he recovers thinking that he is a Jacobite.
Tony is on an undercover mission to find important papers about another Jacobite plot.
Imogen is being courted by the handsome William Dankworth, son of the Duke of Northwich, who has his own secrets and while the match is favored by her mother. Imogen has other ideas.
While out riding during a storm, Imogen stops by an old hut and discovers a wounded man, Tony. She takes him home to recover and places him in a hidden room until he recovers thinking that he is a Jacobite.
Tony is on an undercover mission to find important papers about another Jacobite plot.
Imogen is being courted by the handsome William Dankworth, son of the Duke of Northwich, who has his own secrets and while the match is favored by her mother. Imogen has other ideas.
July 17, 2015
This was an intriguing story. Imogen is a quiet young lady who finds a wounded man in the countryside were she lives, she takes him home to recover but must keep him a secret as he turns out to be a Jacobite. Tony and Imogen begin to have feelings for one another and then the tables are turned and Imogen finds herself taken away from her home to Tony's world.
This is a great adventure and love story of two people from two different worlds.
The chemistry and romance between Tony and Imogen was wonderful. A very entertaining story that is full history.
This is a great adventure and love story of two people from two different worlds.
The chemistry and romance between Tony and Imogen was wonderful. A very entertaining story that is full history.
July 10, 2015
Plot twist galore the third book in Ms. Connolly's Emperors of London series, Danger Wears White, is one not to be missed. This author's skill at portraying interesting characters shines in her latest work. History and fervent emotion are indeed a dangerous combination but well worth the risk when the end result is a novel like this. Get comfortable because this a one sit read!
*I received this ARC via Netgalley*
*While part of a series this book can be read as a stand alone*
*I received this ARC via Netgalley*
*While part of a series this book can be read as a stand alone*
February 13, 2016
This is the third book I have read from Lynne Connolly. I really like her writing style. The heroine, Imogen Thane is at a point in her life that she thinks she is past the balls, the husband hunting and has settled in to a spinster type life style. The hero is Tony Shaw and he needs the heroine's help after being shot. This starts the wonderful story and I so glad to have this book. I hope that you will enjoy it too.
July 23, 2015
Wonderful historical romance read! Imogen wants a quiet life in the country but when she finds a wounded man and decides to help him know he is a Jacobite her whole world changes. As she care for Tony their attraction grows, however when Imogene is forced to go to London and serve Princess Amelia will he be able to save her? Lots of drama and suspense with plenty of romance between Tony and Imogen. This book is a part of a series but can be read as a stand-alone. Enjoy!
August 3, 2015
I received this from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This story is set during the times of the Jacobites in England. Where being one is a very bad idea. What would you do when you came across a traitor to the crown that is bleeding and injured? Well, Imogen decided to save him and her life was never the same. This was a good intriguing read. I really enjoyed it. It was slow at times but was an over all good read.
March 21, 2016
Not desiring to marry and content to live in her rather strange home, Imogen finds a wounded man in a hut on her property. Hiding him in a secret room, he is nursed by two loyal servants. Imogen's father lost his title because of his support of the Jacobite Scottish kings, and Imogen is not happy to find that her stranger is wearing the symbol of the Jacobites. But they find themselves falling in love, and Imogen and Tony find themselves involved in a fight they did not expect.
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