The Law Of Love: Lawless / The Law is a Lady

by Nora Roberts

Lawless

Half Apache and all man, Jake Redman was more than a match for the wild Arizona Territory. Sarah Conway, on the other hand, was an Eastern lady who belonged anywhere else but on the rugged land Jake loved. But beneath Sarah's ladylike demeanor beat the heart of a true pioneer, a woman he yearned to make his own.

The Law is a Lady

Once Phillip Kincaid fixed his mind on something, he set about getting it. And as soon as he'd stopped in Friendly, New Mexico, he knew the town was the perfect locale for his film. And no-nonsense Sheriff Victoria Ashton looked pretty good to him, too! But Tory was giving Phillip a run for his money—making him all the more determined to show her that even a lady of the law can surrender willingly… to love.

Genres: Romance, Historical Romance, Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary, Historical, Westerns

586 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1989

About the author

Nora Roberts is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 200 novels, including Hideaway, Under Currents, Come Sundown, The Awakening, Legacy, and coming in November 2021 -- The Becoming -- the second book in The Dragon Heart Legacy. She is also the author of the futuristic suspense In Death series written under the pen name J.D. Robb. There are more than 500 million copies of her books in print.

Reviews

[Shireen Hakani · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 Stars

[Adelusola Emmanuel · Rating 3 out of 5]

One of the best duo collection that I have read

[Angela]

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[Jane Rozek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nora Roberts writes intimately and in depth. I was surprised at the mystery she captures in this one! An awesome read!

[Sue Perkinson Hawkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Couple awesome stories

[Amelia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lawless: Now, I have to start off by saying that I don't particularly like Westerns. The fact that I enjoyed this one probably is evidence that it isn't really a Western. So, if you're looking for a "real, hard-core" Western, don't bother with this one - you'll be disappointed. If you're looking for just a fun, quick read, then pick this up. The amount of problems Sarah Conway gets into isn't really believable, but it gives the story somewhere to go, and gives our heroine something to do. It's interesting (but yet again not really believable) to watch Sarah change throughout the story, if you're willing to set aside the whole "how and why" she changes, as that's not really explained. For the most part, it's a nice, simple story to kill a few hours with. I happen to very much enjoy Roberts, which is why I rate this story as a 3 star. If it weren't being told from an author I happen to enjoy, it'd probably be a 2.

The Law is a Lady: This has "classic Nora Roberts" written all over it, which makes sense, considering it was written in the 80's. If you're a fan of hers, you know what happens and you'll like it. If you're a fan of romances, you'll probably know what happens, and like it. If you're not a fan of either... why are you reading this review? A good, sweet, story, again by one of my favorite authors. It wasn't OMG this is AWESOME - but then, I usually don't feel that way unless it's one of her series that has magic involved.

[Allison Fetch · Rating 3 out of 5]

This ranking is an average...the first story would have gotten a four and the second only a two. The first was a historical western with a hilarious heroine and a very stoic hero. I found the story engaging and exciting and it moved quickly. The second story was a highly improbable (even for a romance) contemporary romance that just didn't fly with me. The characters were annoying, the writing stilted, and the story incredibly unlikely. This was the first time in a looong time that I considered stopping a story partway through, which says how strongly I disliked it. But the first book made the read worthwhile.

[Teresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a 2 in 1 of her books from the 80's. 'Lawless' is a western that Nora should definitely stay away from, she makes her heroine too independent and strong plus her witty dialogue doesn't work as well in that genre. 'The Law is a Lady' is very good with an unusual plot line and clever dialogue. You can see Eve Dallas being formed in these early 80's books. The heroine is Tory (Victoria) Ashton and she would have made a great Eve Dallas with more heart. So I didn't rate this book as high because of 'Lawless'.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lawless... My favorite of the two books! I truly enjoyed both Sarah and Jake - great characters! Obviously, there were a bit too many horrible (way out there) things to happen to one person - even in the Old West - but it was an exhilarating story written with care. I would be interested in seeing these characters and town put into a series - especially supporting characters! Love Is A Lady... This was okay. I think a lot more could've been done with this story, but I know it was one of her earlier works, so I'm not going to be super critical. Still a good guilty pleasure read.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love almost all of Nora Roberts' books. She was the first romance author I started reading and I have now read a good chunk of her books. I enjoy these books that have 2+ books in them personally. These two stories are some of my favorites. I love the western theme in both. Of the two, I'd say I like Lawless a little more. Great quick reads!

[Danielle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Two books in one. I was more involved with the story line in the first book but found the writing to be better in the second. Either way, an enjoyable, easy summer read, but not the Nora Roberts I've come to love.

[Lavendersbluegreen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just love it when they repackage a couple of the oldy but goody reads in one book. I had read Lawless ages ago and it was stolen (a bunch of my books, sewing machine, bisque dolls etc); so it as nice to reread a Nora classic + I had never read The Law Is A Lady before and I really enjoyed it.

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

7/16/10 finished Lawless, Book 1, I really enjoyed this book. A western!
7/28/10 finished the second book, The Law is a Lady or something like that. Not one of my favs...especially comparied to the Lawless book.

[Hamna Labeeb · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read only 'Lawless' and I guess it is not Nora's best.
May be I will read the 2nd novel in it some other day. The plot was predictable, so very predictable.
I just read it because the romance was great. After all, that's what Nora does best. :)

[Danielle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lawless: Nice departure for Nora Roberts to write a historical romance. Nice, light, fun.
The Law is a Lady: This book story didn't have enough meat to it for me. To short; I wanted more details about their lives.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the characters in both of Roberts stories. Her books catch you up and make it easy to see the story unfold.

[Cherise Spencer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lacie

[Necole · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was two stories in one. The first one was definately better than the second but they were good. Nora Roberts is good!

[Shortybutsweety · Rating 5 out of 5]

not her usual but amazing!!

[Helen · Rating 2 out of 5]

So So. I am a BIG fan of Roberts but I have to say this is not my favorite

[Jenetta · Rating 2 out of 5]

First story was good, but i didn't care for the second one

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

book is really good...

[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book and the two that go with it.

[Barbara James · Rating 3 out of 5]

historical romance

[Brianna · Rating 3 out of 5]

pretty good, but the characters in both stories got on my nerves at times, but it was pretty good. thought it didn't have that spark like it usually does in her novels.

[Debbie]

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[Chelsea · Rating 5 out of 5]

i only read the first novel inside this book. it was great!

[Joann Lagomarsino · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lawless is the historical romance written by one of the characters in the Love By Design series. It is one of the few historical books Roberts has written. I loved it.

[Kimberly Wolfe · Rating 4 out of 5]

You can never go wrong with Nora Roberts!

[Lady]

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