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Benedict
The Cape of Good Hope, 1816…Benedict Archer, international man of mystery and spy for the Crown has been living a shadow-existence in the ballrooms of the Cape Town Beau Monde, until Lord Somerset gives Benedict his new assignment with a scandalous stipulation… Find a lady to pose as his wife in order to blend in at a high society garden party.Gezina de Ruiter dreams of lords and ladies, ballrooms and beaus, far removed from her life as a farmer’s daughter. Then one night a sophisticated stranger kneels at her feet and begs her to masquerade as his wife for a few hours, offering her a glimpse into this world of the elite.When a plot is discovered to free Napoleon from St Helena and murder the Prince of Lichtenstein, Gezina realizes that more is at stake than her reputation. She will continue to pretend to be Benedict’s wife at a week-long house party to save a life - indeed, to save the free world.*** This series was originally published as The Lords of Good Hope. ***
- GenresHistorical Romance
118 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 28, 2020
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About the author
Marilize Roos
29 books49 followersMarilize is an author of historical romance set in Cape Town, South Africa, but writes short stories inbetween for fun.
She used to comb the libraries and second-hand book sales for out-of-print copies of Afrikaans historical romance novels by authors such as Wille Martin and Ena Murray. She has always had a fascination for Cape Town history and Regency Romance, and thought to introduce the rest of the world to Regency-era Cape Town.
She's tried her hand at many different occupations, including working at a riding school as riding instructor, trail guide, stable manager, saddler, and horse handler on TV shows. She's worked as freelance typist, photographic assistant, maintenance contractor's assistant, Public Relations Consultant, and Administrative Assistant. These days she is a proud member of ROSA (Romance Writers' Organization of South Africa).
She lives with her husband and son in Muizenberg, Cape Town, and is currently hard at work on her next novel.
She used to comb the libraries and second-hand book sales for out-of-print copies of Afrikaans historical romance novels by authors such as Wille Martin and Ena Murray. She has always had a fascination for Cape Town history and Regency Romance, and thought to introduce the rest of the world to Regency-era Cape Town.
She's tried her hand at many different occupations, including working at a riding school as riding instructor, trail guide, stable manager, saddler, and horse handler on TV shows. She's worked as freelance typist, photographic assistant, maintenance contractor's assistant, Public Relations Consultant, and Administrative Assistant. These days she is a proud member of ROSA (Romance Writers' Organization of South Africa).
She lives with her husband and son in Muizenberg, Cape Town, and is currently hard at work on her next novel.
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March 8, 2020
I was very disappointed that the writer did not do her research!
I started to read this book and in the first chapter the writer uses a 20th Century word. The time period of the story is the early 1800's, and at that time the word jogging did not exist. Jogging is a 20th Century word,it was first used in 1984. I stopped reading the book because I am a history and trivia buff. I lose interest in any book when modern words are used in a historical book. It started off as a good story. I hope some people enjoy it. My complain is that for people who do not know history, some of them will think that what ever is written about the time period is true. And that some people will think that a modern word was used in that time period.
I started to read this book and in the first chapter the writer uses a 20th Century word. The time period of the story is the early 1800's, and at that time the word jogging did not exist. Jogging is a 20th Century word,it was first used in 1984. I stopped reading the book because I am a history and trivia buff. I lose interest in any book when modern words are used in a historical book. It started off as a good story. I hope some people enjoy it. My complain is that for people who do not know history, some of them will think that what ever is written about the time period is true. And that some people will think that a modern word was used in that time period.
June 16, 2020
A Historical romance with a sliver of intrigue as Benedict borrows Gezina to pose as his wife while attending a garden party for the prince and princess. Benedict could not be more impressed with her spy like abilities if he trained her himself. She is a natural with her charm and fierce spirit. All of that is lost when Gezina must return to her parents and Benedict is faced with what to say to her father.
HEA stories are my favorite and I enjoyed their journey to find theirs!
HEA stories are my favorite and I enjoyed their journey to find theirs!
April 13, 2021
While not a fan of historical romance, this book kept me entertained enough on the treadmill to walk way past my time- not once, but three times. Needless to say I finished it in three sessions.
This is a truly enjoyable read that grabs your attention from page one and keeps it until you blow out the last satisfied breath. A nice light read with lots of humour and action so unique to the Dutch history. Will now buy the rest of the series.
This is a truly enjoyable read that grabs your attention from page one and keeps it until you blow out the last satisfied breath. A nice light read with lots of humour and action so unique to the Dutch history. Will now buy the rest of the series.
February 27, 2023
Here's to a story that makes you think, makes you laugh and most importantly, keeps you turning the pages until the end. An easy-to-read book that will inspire you to pursue your dreams (like Gezina) and achieve more in your life. Oh, and did I say? Benedict is a lovable guy who stood up for his woman.
I received this copy to do an ARC read.
I received this copy to do an ARC read.
February 11, 2024
Superb fast paced, regency style romance but set in Cape Town, minus all the political nonsense.
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