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Sisters of the Roaring Twenties #1
The Flapper's Fake Fiancé
An inconvenient attraction…
To her convenient fiancé!
Patsy Dryer may be a biddable heiress by day, but nothing will stop her from dancing all night in Hollywood’s speakeasies—or fulfilling her dream of becoming a reporter. She’s investigating the mystery of an escaped convict with brooding, handsome newspaper editor Lane Cox…until they must pretend to be engaged! With their scoop linked to Lane’s tragic past, dare Patsy hope for a happy ending for their own story, too?
To her convenient fiancé!
Patsy Dryer may be a biddable heiress by day, but nothing will stop her from dancing all night in Hollywood’s speakeasies—or fulfilling her dream of becoming a reporter. She’s investigating the mystery of an escaped convict with brooding, handsome newspaper editor Lane Cox…until they must pretend to be engaged! With their scoop linked to Lane’s tragic past, dare Patsy hope for a happy ending for their own story, too?
288 pages, Paperback
Published March 17, 2020
About the author
Lauri Robinson
164 books129 followersLauri Robinson's chosen genre to write is Western historical, and when asked why, she says, "Because I know I wasn't the only girl who wanted to grow up and marry Little Joe Cartwright."
With a degree in early childhood education, Lauri has spent three decades working in the non-profit field for Head Start, Child Abuse Intervention, the March of Dimes, and United Way. She claims the once upon a time and happily ever after premise of romance novels has always been a form of stress relief. When her husband suggested she write one, she took the challenge and has loved every minute of the journey.
Lauri lives in rural Minnesota, where she and her husband spend every spare moment with their three grown sons and their families, which includes three granddaughters, two stepgrandsons and two granddogs. She volunteers for several organizations, including her local library, and spends most fall weekends filling the freezer with homemade foodstuffs from the bountiful harvest of her husband's green thumb. She's a diehard Elvis fan (yes, she's been to Graceland), and loves to spend Sundays watching NASCAR, either live or on TV. However, she says her favorite weekends are spent in the woods of northern Minnesota on the land homesteaded by her great-grandfather.
Most of her childhood was spent in western Kansas, which is the setting for several of her stories. Lauri is a member of RWA, Northern Lights Writers,and Hearts Through History Romance Writers, as well as several online writing groups. She writes for Harlequin, Mills and Boon and The Wild Rose Press.
For updates on her writing please visit www.laurirobinson.blogspot.com
With a degree in early childhood education, Lauri has spent three decades working in the non-profit field for Head Start, Child Abuse Intervention, the March of Dimes, and United Way. She claims the once upon a time and happily ever after premise of romance novels has always been a form of stress relief. When her husband suggested she write one, she took the challenge and has loved every minute of the journey.
Lauri lives in rural Minnesota, where she and her husband spend every spare moment with their three grown sons and their families, which includes three granddaughters, two stepgrandsons and two granddogs. She volunteers for several organizations, including her local library, and spends most fall weekends filling the freezer with homemade foodstuffs from the bountiful harvest of her husband's green thumb. She's a diehard Elvis fan (yes, she's been to Graceland), and loves to spend Sundays watching NASCAR, either live or on TV. However, she says her favorite weekends are spent in the woods of northern Minnesota on the land homesteaded by her great-grandfather.
Most of her childhood was spent in western Kansas, which is the setting for several of her stories. Lauri is a member of RWA, Northern Lights Writers,and Hearts Through History Romance Writers, as well as several online writing groups. She writes for Harlequin, Mills and Boon and The Wild Rose Press.
For updates on her writing please visit www.laurirobinson.blogspot.com
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April 21, 2020
Fun story set in the rarely used Roaring Twenties. Patsy and her two sisters, Betty and Jane, are the daughters of William Dryer, a wealthy builder. He is determined to find wealthy men to marry them. Tired of being sequestered in the name of "protection," the girls frequently sneak out at night to visit a local speakeasy, The Rooster's Nest. Patsy also has another motive. She dreams of becoming a reporter and will do anything to make that dream come true. Investigating the escape of a dangerous convict should give her the scoop she needs to get her foot in the door of the local paper. Marriage is not in her plan.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette. After his wife and daughter were killed during a train robbery, he made the newspaper his life. When the man responsible for the death of his family escapes from prison, Lane uses his skills as an investigative reporter to search for him.
I liked both Patsy and Lane. Patsy is the youngest of the three girls and seems to have the most ambitious goal for herself. Despite having every story she has submitted to the paper rejected, she refuses to give up. I loved her ability to transform herself from the obedient daughter her father demanded to the intrepid reporter masquerading as a vivacious flapper. She has an amazing eye and memory for detail and a talent for getting people to talk to her. Lane is a man who has made the newspaper his life. He has turned his paper into a respected source of news by refusing to print anything that can't be confirmed. He still grieves for his wife and daughter and doesn't see that ever changing.
I loved the first meeting between Patsy and Lane. She has just gotten a lead on the escaped convict when she recognizes Lane. Determined to find out what he knows, she shanghais him into participating in a dance contest with her. Lane is suspicious when she mentions Gaynor's name, thinking that she might be one of his relatives. It was fun watching them spar at the same time they danced. I especially enjoyed seeing the effect that Patsy had on him, stirring up emotions that had been locked away for seven years. He wasn't happy when she disappeared before he finished talking to her. Patsy was equally affected by Lane. Neither was able to stop thinking about the other all the next day. By the time they'd met for a second time, Lane was thoroughly entranced and intrigued, and impressed by the potential he sensed in her.
It didn't take too long for them to decide to cooperate in their investigations. Their investigative techniques complemented each other. The drawback was that Patsy still had to hide the truth of who she was, which limited the time they could spend together. Lane didn't understand the fear that he saw in her eyes when circumstances revealed her secret. I loved the protectiveness he felt toward her and his use of her father's insistence on an engagement when he found out about them. The tension increased as Lane and Patsy drew closer to finding the truth about the train robbery. I had to laugh a little bit at Lane, whose protective instincts were aroused because Patsy wasn't at all cooperative with his attempts to keep her safe.
At the same time, sparks of another sort continued to grow between them. Both Lane and Patsy fought their feelings, trying to hold on to their reluctance to marry. Patsy was the first to realize the strength of her feelings but hid them because she knew of Lane's refusal to consider marrying again. Lane was a harder nut to crack. I loved watching the changes in him as Patsy filled the empty spot left by his family's deaths. By the time he admitted his feelings to himself, he also knew he would have to convince Patsy that his feelings for her were real. He almost didn't get that chance when their investigation took a dangerous turn. I was on the edge of my seat when Patsy ended up in the hands of the bad guy, wondering how she was going to get out of it. The resolution was exciting and satisfying in how it went down. I loved Lane's big moment when it was all over, as he found the right words to convince Patsy of his love.
One of the things I enjoyed most about the book was the way it pulled me into life in the Roaring Twenties. The descriptions of the clothing, locations, and attitudes were so vivid that I felt as though I was there. That feeling was enhanced by the liberal use of the slang of the period. I also enjoyed the tie-in of the bootleggers to the author's Daughters of the Roaring Twenties series. Now I can't wait to read Betty and Jane's stories.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette. After his wife and daughter were killed during a train robbery, he made the newspaper his life. When the man responsible for the death of his family escapes from prison, Lane uses his skills as an investigative reporter to search for him.
I liked both Patsy and Lane. Patsy is the youngest of the three girls and seems to have the most ambitious goal for herself. Despite having every story she has submitted to the paper rejected, she refuses to give up. I loved her ability to transform herself from the obedient daughter her father demanded to the intrepid reporter masquerading as a vivacious flapper. She has an amazing eye and memory for detail and a talent for getting people to talk to her. Lane is a man who has made the newspaper his life. He has turned his paper into a respected source of news by refusing to print anything that can't be confirmed. He still grieves for his wife and daughter and doesn't see that ever changing.
I loved the first meeting between Patsy and Lane. She has just gotten a lead on the escaped convict when she recognizes Lane. Determined to find out what he knows, she shanghais him into participating in a dance contest with her. Lane is suspicious when she mentions Gaynor's name, thinking that she might be one of his relatives. It was fun watching them spar at the same time they danced. I especially enjoyed seeing the effect that Patsy had on him, stirring up emotions that had been locked away for seven years. He wasn't happy when she disappeared before he finished talking to her. Patsy was equally affected by Lane. Neither was able to stop thinking about the other all the next day. By the time they'd met for a second time, Lane was thoroughly entranced and intrigued, and impressed by the potential he sensed in her.
It didn't take too long for them to decide to cooperate in their investigations. Their investigative techniques complemented each other. The drawback was that Patsy still had to hide the truth of who she was, which limited the time they could spend together. Lane didn't understand the fear that he saw in her eyes when circumstances revealed her secret. I loved the protectiveness he felt toward her and his use of her father's insistence on an engagement when he found out about them. The tension increased as Lane and Patsy drew closer to finding the truth about the train robbery. I had to laugh a little bit at Lane, whose protective instincts were aroused because Patsy wasn't at all cooperative with his attempts to keep her safe.
At the same time, sparks of another sort continued to grow between them. Both Lane and Patsy fought their feelings, trying to hold on to their reluctance to marry. Patsy was the first to realize the strength of her feelings but hid them because she knew of Lane's refusal to consider marrying again. Lane was a harder nut to crack. I loved watching the changes in him as Patsy filled the empty spot left by his family's deaths. By the time he admitted his feelings to himself, he also knew he would have to convince Patsy that his feelings for her were real. He almost didn't get that chance when their investigation took a dangerous turn. I was on the edge of my seat when Patsy ended up in the hands of the bad guy, wondering how she was going to get out of it. The resolution was exciting and satisfying in how it went down. I loved Lane's big moment when it was all over, as he found the right words to convince Patsy of his love.
One of the things I enjoyed most about the book was the way it pulled me into life in the Roaring Twenties. The descriptions of the clothing, locations, and attitudes were so vivid that I felt as though I was there. That feeling was enhanced by the liberal use of the slang of the period. I also enjoyed the tie-in of the bootleggers to the author's Daughters of the Roaring Twenties series. Now I can't wait to read Betty and Jane's stories.
April 3, 2020
YOU ARE AN ADVENTURE
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
August 4, 2020
I love when I get the opportunity to begin a new series. Lauri Robinson is one of my favorite authors. The synopsis sounded unique. I haven’t come across many books written during the roaring twenties and I find this setting appealing. I appreciated the author’s list of slang words and phrases that were popular during that time period prior to the start of the story especially because it made me feel like I was back in that time era. Most of the words and phrases on the list were new to me and fun to learn. One of the reasons that Lauri Robinson is one of my favorite authors is because of her natural ability to write books with a realistic feeling. She consistently has a way of bringing a reader into the story with her attention to detail.
I can also testify to the consistency of the author’s writing skills for providing a cast of characters that are relatable and easy to bond with. This is not my first series by Lauri Robinson. The three sisters presented to the reader in this series were easy to connect with. The only character that I disliked was the father, Mr. Dryer. However, I get how it is necessary for him to be written as he is for he causes the conflict. I hope his demeanor will soften by the end of the series but I suspect it won’t. With having said that, it’s an example of how the book is unpredictable. The reader is taken on an adventure with a creative and twisting plot.
Patsy, the heroine, and Lane, the hero, kick of the series and they made for a great start. Their chemistry was thick in the air but innocent. I’d consider this to be a sweet/spicy romance. I loved Patsy’s spunk and Lane’s seriousness. Patsy brought out Lane’s fun side. Together they complete each other. I love how Lane was supportive of Patsy’s dream.
The story started with an attention gripper that hooked me and kept me turning pages until the end. I loved how there was an epilogue. I was left with feeling of glee and a definite book glow.
After reading this book, I am eager to read the next one in the series. I’m not sure which sister will be next but I can’t wait for each of them to have their own happily ever after.
If you are looking for a series to start then why not give this one a try?
I can also testify to the consistency of the author’s writing skills for providing a cast of characters that are relatable and easy to bond with. This is not my first series by Lauri Robinson. The three sisters presented to the reader in this series were easy to connect with. The only character that I disliked was the father, Mr. Dryer. However, I get how it is necessary for him to be written as he is for he causes the conflict. I hope his demeanor will soften by the end of the series but I suspect it won’t. With having said that, it’s an example of how the book is unpredictable. The reader is taken on an adventure with a creative and twisting plot.
Patsy, the heroine, and Lane, the hero, kick of the series and they made for a great start. Their chemistry was thick in the air but innocent. I’d consider this to be a sweet/spicy romance. I loved Patsy’s spunk and Lane’s seriousness. Patsy brought out Lane’s fun side. Together they complete each other. I love how Lane was supportive of Patsy’s dream.
The story started with an attention gripper that hooked me and kept me turning pages until the end. I loved how there was an epilogue. I was left with feeling of glee and a definite book glow.
After reading this book, I am eager to read the next one in the series. I’m not sure which sister will be next but I can’t wait for each of them to have their own happily ever after.
If you are looking for a series to start then why not give this one a try?
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April 1, 2020Categories
Historical Romance, Historical Fiction, 20th Century Historical Romance
Miniseries
Sisters of the Roaring Twenties (Book #1)
Historical Romance, Historical Fiction, 20th Century Historical Romance
Miniseries
Sisters of the Roaring Twenties (Book #1)
February 27, 2020
Another great book by Lauri, Finished this last week, Great book , Great story, Cant wait to read the next one about the other sister. Plus she dedicated this book to me, which I thought was really cool.
April 3, 2020
YOU ARE AN ADVENTURE
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
April 3, 2020
YOU ARE AN ADVENTURE
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
April 3, 2020
YOU ARE AN ADVENTURE
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
September 28, 2021
Patsy Dryer with her two sisters are feeling trapped in their lives. thier father is controlling and plans to use them to further his business interests. He plans that they will marry wealthy men and not take from his wealth. He uses his wife and daughters as servants in his house and occupys their tiime to try to keep them from wanting anything but the three girls want more from life. They break out of the house after parents go to bed and visit speakeasies in town. They enjoy the freedom and dancing and dream of lives lived bigger.
Patsy dreams of becoming a journalist and she's chasing a story about an escaped convict, as much as she can. She meets Lane Cox, a widower whose life is entwined with the escaped convict., he's also looking into it. The two of them hit it off nad find that attraction and research are intertwined.
Patsy is sometimes reckless but really doesn't have a lot of experience with the world. Her father is a tyrant and her mother has been cowed and she doesn't want her mother's life for herself or her sisters so sometiems she takes risks, partially because she fears that her father will have his way and her life will never be what she wants it to be.
I enjoyed the read, even if there were occasional moments that felt a bit forced but overal it was a firn start to the series.
Patsy dreams of becoming a journalist and she's chasing a story about an escaped convict, as much as she can. She meets Lane Cox, a widower whose life is entwined with the escaped convict., he's also looking into it. The two of them hit it off nad find that attraction and research are intertwined.
Patsy is sometimes reckless but really doesn't have a lot of experience with the world. Her father is a tyrant and her mother has been cowed and she doesn't want her mother's life for herself or her sisters so sometiems she takes risks, partially because she fears that her father will have his way and her life will never be what she wants it to be.
I enjoyed the read, even if there were occasional moments that felt a bit forced but overal it was a firn start to the series.
February 17, 2021
From the very beginning of the book you fall in love with Patsy & Lane's characters. Lauri Robinson has a way to bring them to life and you are right there with them as they fall in love (?). She has you wondering just what is going to happen to them as the mystery unfolds as to whats up at the speakeasies and other mysterious people and events as the book goes on. Another wonderful read for sure!!!
November 22, 2024
Robinson is a brilliant Harlequin writer. Her 1920's novels are so vivid and rich that, as a reader, you are transported there. The plotline of this was amazing - a flapper and a newspaper editor fall in love amidst chasing a story on criminals and bootleggers. It was action packed and so much fun to read.
April 19, 2020
Wonderful Historical Romance
Loved this book!! Was sad when it ended would have loved more. I can't wait to read more of the authors work. 5 star read all the way. Also would like to read more harlequin historical romances.
Loved this book!! Was sad when it ended would have loved more. I can't wait to read more of the authors work. 5 star read all the way. Also would like to read more harlequin historical romances.
May 3, 2020
Yes, it's a Harlequin novel. Yes, it's pure fluff. Yes, it's riddled with errors and clearly never saw a copy editor. But oh it's perfect for this season in our lives, when pure escapism and fluff are called for.
April 9, 2021
This was cute, but a bit juvenile.
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August 26, 2021As a random book I pulled; it was an unexpected surprise!
February 27, 2022
[4.5 stars]
May 18, 2026
This was so cute! I loved Lane and Patsy's relationship and despite not normally liking second chance stories I quite enjoyed this one. The mystery element was quite fun too!
March 21, 2020
I enjoyed this "Sisters of the Roaring Twenties" story. I don't usually find books from this period in time so it was a real treat. This is a good historical romance that is fast paced with suspense and mystery. This is Patsy and Lane's story. He is a reporter and she is an heiress these two join forces to solve a mystery but find so much more. I love how this one develops and especially ends.
March 21, 2020
Sweetly sexy, fun, action packed adventure filled with emotionally thrilling drama, engaging intrigue and heat racing twists. Was a great read from beginning to end. Really enjoyed this exciting journey!
March 18, 2020
This is a well written book with strong characters and an intriguing story line. The author does a great job building the story and takes you back to the Roaring Twenties with her descriptive and detailed scenes. She brings a fast paced, entertaining story with a mystery and romance. The story flows fluidly and is a great start to a new series.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
March 19, 2020
This is the 1st book I've read written by Lauri Robinson; she has done a great job at writing a good book; I can’t wait to read more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the chemistry between the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the chemistry between the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
March 17, 2020
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book.
This is the first book in the Sisters of the Roaring Twenties series, it can be read as a standalone story, we follow Patsy Dryer as she teams up with Lane Cox to solve a mystery about an escaped convict. Highly entertaining story, fast-paced and quick to read, a fun story set in the Roaring Twenties.
This is the first book in the Sisters of the Roaring Twenties series, it can be read as a standalone story, we follow Patsy Dryer as she teams up with Lane Cox to solve a mystery about an escaped convict. Highly entertaining story, fast-paced and quick to read, a fun story set in the Roaring Twenties.
March 15, 2020
Enjoyable read. Great reality and background. I love dance offs they definitely add to the story and reality a lot. Good plot but maybe a little bit longish and action could be faster. But all in all good book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 17, 2020
Capturing a moment in time.
I thought this book perfectly captured the tone of 1928. Exclamation points and all. Patsy is a sensation seeking wealthy girl, who wants the story on an escaped murdered.
I thought Lane Cox was the perfect foil for her youthful behavior.
Recommend.
I thought this book perfectly captured the tone of 1928. Exclamation points and all. Patsy is a sensation seeking wealthy girl, who wants the story on an escaped murdered.
I thought Lane Cox was the perfect foil for her youthful behavior.
Recommend.
August 26, 2020
YOU ARE AN ADVENTURE
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
Once again, Ms. Lauri Robinson has entertained me with a fantastic tale that takes place during the roaring twenties. It works well with her Brides of the Roaring Twenties series. She describes the scenes, clothing, atmosphere, and using the lingo of the time period, allowing the reader to transport back a hundred years—during prohibition, speakeasies, flappers, mobsters, murder, and mayhem. The story is part history, part mystery, and part romance.
Three sisters, Betty, Patsy, and Jane Dyer, all have this wild streak, where they sneak out at night, walk partway, catch a trolly, and then visit a speakeasy called the Rooster’s Nest. Each of these young ladies was raised strict, not allowed to date, and watched closely by their father. He has made his wealth and is determined that he will find wealthy men to marry each one to.
Lane Cox owns the LA Gazette and has made it into a trusted paper. His life revolves around his newspaper and seeking justice. His wife and daughter were killed many years ago--and the newspaper is all he has left to live for. While tracking down a lead, he will be in the Rooster’s Nest, and that is where he will meet a young flapper who tells him her name is Liberty but to call her Libby. Her vivacious personality will have to ask him to dance, and he can’t say no.
The story has the good, the bad, and the ugly in life. It will have murder, thief, and bootlegged liquor. It will also have Lane and Libby, who he later learns is Patsy Dyer working together on several stories. But what happens when they are following a lead and get caught in a terrible thunderstorm and must take cover—now she is late getting home, and her father will be furious. What will Lane do to protect Patsy? Can they have a fake engagement?
“It’s like you saved my life. You believe in me. You made me believe in myself, you made me strong and” she shrugged. “I can’t even explain it, other than to say you made me whole. Asking you to dance with me that night at the Rooster’s Nest was the best thing I ever did.”
“That’s why I never denied the rumor about us being engaged and went along with your father’s plan. I was already in love with you. My heart knew that. It just took my head a bit longer to figure it out.”
The story is an amazing adventure into following leads for stories, going into questionable places at times, but also, for Patsy to pursue her dream of being a reporter and getting to write stories for the Gazette. It will have Lane believing in her, understanding her dream, escorting her to parties, restaurants, and events, then letting her write the store. It has two people who never wanted to marry, falling in love, and learning that love can include their dreams of reporting. It has many sweet kisses and does have an intimate scene that isn’t explicit. Best of all, it has the coveted happily ever after ending.
“Life with you is such an adventure. I can’t wait to experience this one.”
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March 9, 2020Categories
Historical Romance, Historical Fiction, 20th Century Historical Romance
Miniseries
Sisters of the Roaring Twenties (Book #1)
Historical Romance, Historical Fiction, 20th Century Historical Romance
Miniseries
Sisters of the Roaring Twenties (Book #1)
February 26, 2020
What’s a would-be reporter supposed to do when her stories continue to be curtly rejected by the local newspaper’s owner/editor? Why, simply best the man at his own game of course and get the scoop on an escaped train robber. Patsy Dryer has tried submitting articles on sewing curtains and improving roadway conditions, but clearly Lane Cox isn’t interested in publishing such tame fare, so she’ll go after harder news in order to earn her byline. And she knows just where to begin investigating – at a speakeasy where flappers dance, bootleg alcohol flows and information can be coaxed from knowledgeable sources if you’re clever enough.
When Patsy meets Lane at the speakeasy, their lives quickly become entangled with plots, double crosses, danger and a fake engagement. Lane lost a wife and child years ago and isn’t emotionally ready to let another person into his life, but Patsy has him thinking about a future again. And Patsy is just as taken with Lane.
The 20s-style chatter is fun, the hero and heroine are both likeable, and the book as a whole is an entertaining one.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
When Patsy meets Lane at the speakeasy, their lives quickly become entangled with plots, double crosses, danger and a fake engagement. Lane lost a wife and child years ago and isn’t emotionally ready to let another person into his life, but Patsy has him thinking about a future again. And Patsy is just as taken with Lane.
The 20s-style chatter is fun, the hero and heroine are both likeable, and the book as a whole is an entertaining one.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 19, 2020
The first book in the Sisters of the Roaring Twenties series a well written mystery, romance story. I want to read the next book about the other sister. This is Patsy Dryer and newspaper editor Lane Cox's story. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Merged review:
The first book in the Sisters of the Roaring Twenties series a well written mystery, romance story. I want to read the next book about the other sister. This is Patsy Dryer and newspaper editor Lane Cox's story.
Merged review:
The first book in the Sisters of the Roaring Twenties series a well written mystery, romance story. I want to read the next book about the other sister. This is Patsy Dryer and newspaper editor Lane Cox's story.
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