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The Black Stockings Society #4
Round the Clock
Anna Marie has spent too long trying to please everybody else. Now, thanks to an unexpected inheritance, she's got a new lease on life. Her first step? Accepting the invitation to the Black Stockings Society. Still, the scandalous fishnets she receives in her first package must be a mistake. Anna Marie would never wear something so outrageously sexy to a meeting with her lawyer…would she?In high school, Desmond Rockwell was a rebel barely aware of Anna Marie's existence, or the fact that she had a major crush on him. But he can't ignore the bold, seductive woman who has come to him seeking legal advice, unleashing a sizzling attraction that proves that some things are definitely worth the wait….
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 23, 2009
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Dara Girard
167 books53 followersDara Girard is a national bestselling and award-winning author. After many novels in various sub-genres from contemporary to paranormal romance, women’s fiction, and non-fiction Ms. Girard continues to win readers with each new book.
I was born many years ago in the American Midwest to a brave immigrant couple who decided to call themselves my parents. They moved around the country until they finally settled in Maryland. As a child I was always scribbling something and my family supported my efforts (with white knuckles and a lot of prayer).
After graduating from college, I worked various jobs and did some freelance writing hoping that one day my writing efforts would make me rich and famous and allow me to quit. That didn’t happen. Instead my last job was made redundant and I decided not to look for a new one. Instead I chose to live on my savings (and mild insanity) and write full time.
I would not recommend this route for other aspiring writers. Either marry well or have three years worth of salary saved. I took the risk because I wanted to and fortunately that same year I received an offer from a publisher for a two book contract–after a thirteen year effort, but that’s another story.
I was born many years ago in the American Midwest to a brave immigrant couple who decided to call themselves my parents. They moved around the country until they finally settled in Maryland. As a child I was always scribbling something and my family supported my efforts (with white knuckles and a lot of prayer).
After graduating from college, I worked various jobs and did some freelance writing hoping that one day my writing efforts would make me rich and famous and allow me to quit. That didn’t happen. Instead my last job was made redundant and I decided not to look for a new one. Instead I chose to live on my savings (and mild insanity) and write full time.
I would not recommend this route for other aspiring writers. Either marry well or have three years worth of salary saved. I took the risk because I wanted to and fortunately that same year I received an offer from a publisher for a two book contract–after a thirteen year effort, but that’s another story.
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June 17, 2009
A wonderful ending to a UNIQUE series...I've enjoyed each and every book in this series...some more than others...but as a whole it is very ENTERTAINING...I enjoyed the different cast of characters...and the whole concept of the secret Black Stockings Society was fun, sexy and INTRIGUING...I'm actually sad to see the series come to an end...WELL DONE, Ms. Girard!
April 4, 2018
A slow read.So much sadness. Anna Maria was a lovely character but continued to long as a down on her luck survivor.She somehow never seems really happy with her a successful life as a dancer
How did she get the government job? What work did Bruno do?To many unanswered questions.What about Desmond sister and brother?
How did she get the government job? What work did Bruno do?To many unanswered questions.What about Desmond sister and brother?
January 1, 2020
Enjoying the series
Even though the series seem to stand on their own, I am enjoying them as expected! Got the next book ready to read,
Even though the series seem to stand on their own, I am enjoying them as expected! Got the next book ready to read,
November 28, 2011
Reading Round the Clock by Dara Girard made me start liking romance novels again. Anna Marie has a new lease on life after receiving an inheritance. It is time for Anna Marie to take care of herself instead of everyone else. The first step into her new life is accepting the invitation to the Black Stockings Society. Look out here comes the new Anna Marie.
Desmond Rockwell divorces his wife and tries to move on with his life. After meeting a new client Desmond cannot keep his mind of the woman. Both find that the attraction is not going away and once they start pursuing it there is no turning back.
Past secrets and surprising revelations are discovered in this sizzling romance that will keep readers turning the pages. I enjoyed the main characters chemistry and the unusual twist. I recommend this book to others and I cannot wait to read more from this author.
Desmond Rockwell divorces his wife and tries to move on with his life. After meeting a new client Desmond cannot keep his mind of the woman. Both find that the attraction is not going away and once they start pursuing it there is no turning back.
Past secrets and surprising revelations are discovered in this sizzling romance that will keep readers turning the pages. I enjoyed the main characters chemistry and the unusual twist. I recommend this book to others and I cannot wait to read more from this author.
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews