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Remember Me
An Unforgettable Affair
Daring Amanda Darlington is on a clandestine rescue mission when a drunken swell stumbles into the path of her onrushing carriage. Though he could be a rogue, wastrel or dangerous scoundrel, the high principled miss feels duty bound to nurse the unconscious gentleman back to health-- especially when the handsome stranger awakens with no memory of his identity.
An angelic vision greets him when first he opens his eyes--a warm and caring young beauty who arouses a passionate fire. But Jackson Montgomery's abruptly returning memory revives shattering secrets that could destroy a blossoming love before it blooms. And only through feigned amnesia can Jack win gentle Amanda's heart for all time--though there are dangers in his brazen charade...
Daring Amanda Darlington is on a clandestine rescue mission when a drunken swell stumbles into the path of her onrushing carriage. Though he could be a rogue, wastrel or dangerous scoundrel, the high principled miss feels duty bound to nurse the unconscious gentleman back to health-- especially when the handsome stranger awakens with no memory of his identity.
An angelic vision greets him when first he opens his eyes--a warm and caring young beauty who arouses a passionate fire. But Jackson Montgomery's abruptly returning memory revives shattering secrets that could destroy a blossoming love before it blooms. And only through feigned amnesia can Jack win gentle Amanda's heart for all time--though there are dangers in his brazen charade...
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 1996
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About the author
Danice Allen
7 books15 followersDanice Allen is the author of twenty-two romance novels, writing under her own name for Avon and Berkley, and as Emily Dalton for Harlequin Regency and Harlequin American. One of her contemporary novels, WAKE ME WITH A KISS, was named Best Harlequin American of the Year by Romantic Times magazine. Her novels have been sold around the world and translated into many languages, including Chinese.
Danice enjoys researching her novels almost as much as writing them, especially when the research includes travel. She has traveled extensively in the United States and spent some memorable times in Great Britain and Europe exploring castles and countryside.
Danice lives in Utah, but is an avid Anglophile and lover of British literature and history. At the same time, she immensely enjoys stories based in small-town Americana, both to read and write. This shared love for the "old" country and the "new" country made sense to her when her ancestry DNA test revealed that she is very, very British, and that her ancestors came to America with the earliest settlers.
Danice is married and has two sons, one of whom lives in Los Angeles and writes for television. Her other son lives close by with his wife and two children, which makes for many fun family gatherings.
Danice loves to read, travel, do in-depth family history research, walk and shop.
Danice enjoys researching her novels almost as much as writing them, especially when the research includes travel. She has traveled extensively in the United States and spent some memorable times in Great Britain and Europe exploring castles and countryside.
Danice lives in Utah, but is an avid Anglophile and lover of British literature and history. At the same time, she immensely enjoys stories based in small-town Americana, both to read and write. This shared love for the "old" country and the "new" country made sense to her when her ancestry DNA test revealed that she is very, very British, and that her ancestors came to America with the earliest settlers.
Danice is married and has two sons, one of whom lives in Los Angeles and writes for television. Her other son lives close by with his wife and two children, which makes for many fun family gatherings.
Danice loves to read, travel, do in-depth family history research, walk and shop.
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May 18, 2023
I read this a while ago. Goodreads must have lost my review 😢 I remember enjoying this slow burn romance
Oh, I found an old review 3/27/20.:
This was a cute, fast-paced read! I liked all the characters. Amanda took a while, though. She was a very annoying prig at first. Jack was charming from the beginning 🥰. There was the H hurt, so they were stranded at a hotel together trope.
The secondary characters were great as well.
I can't wait to read Sam's story. I give this book 4 stars for a good, light read!
Sidenote: I kind of want to reread this book now!
Oh, I found an old review 3/27/20.:
This was a cute, fast-paced read! I liked all the characters. Amanda took a while, though. She was a very annoying prig at first. Jack was charming from the beginning 🥰. There was the H hurt, so they were stranded at a hotel together trope.
The secondary characters were great as well.
I can't wait to read Sam's story. I give this book 4 stars for a good, light read!
Sidenote: I kind of want to reread this book now!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 12, 2014
Danice Allen is a modern day Jane Austen. She's got the revered renaissance chick-lit author's style with just the right amount of rogue and daring added, making it more enjoyable to read about that very prim and proper period in history.
It couldn't be helped to be noticed though, that the author's modern notions on relationships very much influenced her writing. The behavior of Amanda, the lead female character, may be too forward for the period setting, but then as I mentioned, it added a fresh air of difference to the story.
The story is not quite finished yet, as far as Sam is concerned. She was at the beginning, center, and ending of the tale, but her fate have yet to be determined. There is a sequel to the book, and I've already purchased it even before I started this review.
It couldn't be helped to be noticed though, that the author's modern notions on relationships very much influenced her writing. The behavior of Amanda, the lead female character, may be too forward for the period setting, but then as I mentioned, it added a fresh air of difference to the story.
The story is not quite finished yet, as far as Sam is concerned. She was at the beginning, center, and ending of the tale, but her fate have yet to be determined. There is a sequel to the book, and I've already purchased it even before I started this review.
May 27, 2014
So glad they decided to publish the kindle version of this book. I never would have found it any other way! A well written plot made it an amazing read. I simply could not put it down! It was fast paced and entertaining and the characters were loveable.
I found myself smiling whenever the banter between Amanda and Jack would begin. He would torment and tease her uncontrollably to the point where I felt sorry for her (but in a good way). Amanda's wicked and wanton thoughts only made the read more exciting! From family drama to amnesia to betrayal, Allen did not fail to deliver. She even made me like Nan and Prissy a lot! How I wish I had aunts like them :-) Oh, and how can one forget Julian! Even if I didn't know that there was a sequel to this book, while reading, I would have figured it out. There's no way Allen wasn't going to write a whole book on him!
Sam, well, I suppose it'll take time for the little brat to change. Poor thing was left to be raised by a drunk who only cared about herself. Sam's story needs to be told too. No one actually knows how much the poor thing suffered alone on the island. I'm hoping to find the answers in the sequel.
Feigned amnesia or not, this book is totally an unforgettable affair :-)
I found myself smiling whenever the banter between Amanda and Jack would begin. He would torment and tease her uncontrollably to the point where I felt sorry for her (but in a good way). Amanda's wicked and wanton thoughts only made the read more exciting! From family drama to amnesia to betrayal, Allen did not fail to deliver. She even made me like Nan and Prissy a lot! How I wish I had aunts like them :-) Oh, and how can one forget Julian! Even if I didn't know that there was a sequel to this book, while reading, I would have figured it out. There's no way Allen wasn't going to write a whole book on him!
Sam, well, I suppose it'll take time for the little brat to change. Poor thing was left to be raised by a drunk who only cared about herself. Sam's story needs to be told too. No one actually knows how much the poor thing suffered alone on the island. I'm hoping to find the answers in the sequel.
Feigned amnesia or not, this book is totally an unforgettable affair :-)
June 9, 2021
Great historical romance. A real fun read. Had romance, amnesia, mystery, and many twists and turns. I hated to put it down to sleep or do things around the house. I would recommend to anyone who likes a light, fun, enjoyable historical romance set in England. I've read this book a few times now. It is one of my most favorite historical romance retreads. I enjoy it more each and every time I retread it. I highly recommend this book.
April 30, 2014
exciting,hard to put down.
keeps you on the edge of your seat. I think Amanda feel in love when first sawJack. She sure found ways to stay close to him.
keeps you on the edge of your seat. I think Amanda feel in love when first sawJack. She sure found ways to stay close to him.
May 17, 2014
Loved this romance! The characters were lovable, frustrating, sweet, sneaky, despicable, shy, you know - perfect for a romance! A couple of twists, a turn or two and a good cozy read!
June 10, 2014
Could have done without the sex- skipped over it.
February 17, 2017
A well told historical romance that incorporates all of the elements required of a good story telling. You can not fail to like the heroine who is brilliant, kind and funny. The hero fills all of the blocks required of her unexpected love. He is a war veteran, handsome, and a man of honor. So what could possibly go wrong? For the answer you will have to read this engaging love story.
I have rated this book 4 stars.
I obtained this book from Amazon in Kindle format.
Thank you Frank for your review
I have rated this book 4 stars.
I obtained this book from Amazon in Kindle format.
Thank you Frank for your review
March 21, 2018
Diverting
Even with some modern words/phrases,situations that wouldn't have happened during regency period,this was enjoyable. Really liked the main/secondary characters,would recommend.
Even with some modern words/phrases,situations that wouldn't have happened during regency period,this was enjoyable. Really liked the main/secondary characters,would recommend.
May 30, 2018
Loved it !!!
Would recommend this author !!
Have read a few of her books and enjoyed all of them .
Looking forward to next book in this series
Would recommend this author !!
Have read a few of her books and enjoyed all of them .
Looking forward to next book in this series
December 22, 2018
Wonderful love story
Lots of twists and turns but a happy ending will keep you reading. Great characterization and description of the time and place too.
Lots of twists and turns but a happy ending will keep you reading. Great characterization and description of the time and place too.
May 18, 2014
Enjoyable romance. At first i wasn't sure about the dialogue for the era but those thoughts were soon forgotten as I quickly sunk into the story. Lots of excitement and banter between characters. I liked how the second books main characters were placed in this story and I'm looking forward to the second book and Sam's story. Only perplexity for me were the dogs, dogs are generally a reflection of their owners and to me these two dogs didn't fit into the story. Overall an enjoyable read with really nice characters, I'd recommend to any romance addict.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 27, 2014
Goodread
really like this book, the twists and turns...can't beat a rocky love story, Amanda is so suppressed she t hui inks at 23 she's an old maid and will never marry, when she receives a letter from her late father's lawyers with news that shocks her to the core and makes her question everything about Her parents, she heads away on a rescue mission but co.especially across trouble along the way
really like this book, the twists and turns...can't beat a rocky love story, Amanda is so suppressed she t hui inks at 23 she's an old maid and will never marry, when she receives a letter from her late father's lawyers with news that shocks her to the core and makes her question everything about Her parents, she heads away on a rescue mission but co.especially across trouble along the way
August 30, 2014
I found the story slow and tedious. There was a good deal of speech that wasn't period appropriate and a lot of sex. Amanda didn't always do the typical things a woman her age would do, thus providing some humor, but that was the only thing I found really appealing.
October 10, 2014
Romance and period drama are not really the choices I would make in a book.
I read this as I got it free of charge on my Kindle.
An easy enough read but I found it all rather predictable but if period drama/romance is your thing then I'm sure you would enjoy it
I read this as I got it free of charge on my Kindle.
An easy enough read but I found it all rather predictable but if period drama/romance is your thing then I'm sure you would enjoy it
August 18, 2015
I thought the main female character, Amanda, was a little too forward in places and maybe not in keeping with her staid upbringing. Overall though the story held my interest and I looked forward to reading on and seeing where the story went.
May 15, 2014
too explicit
July 4, 2016
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June 7, 2014
The first half if the book I liked, but I was also getting bored. Then all the sudden I could not put it down. I'm excited to read the next one.
June 15, 2014
This was a good read. Kept you wanting to find out what was going to happen next with Amanda & Jack. Setting was in England in late 1800's. Lot of twist and turns.
August 29, 2014
:)
A bit of a different spin on this recency romance. Some intrigue mixed in with excitement,humor, and romance. I will be looking into more by this author.
A bit of a different spin on this recency romance. Some intrigue mixed in with excitement,humor, and romance. I will be looking into more by this author.
February 24, 2017
Good!
I really liked this. Good characters and kept my line. Cute story and a quick read for a relaxing day.
I really liked this. Good characters and kept my line. Cute story and a quick read for a relaxing day.
February 5, 2015
Solid historical romance.
November 23, 2014
This book takes place in England, lots of intrigue and love.
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