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Shadows In Velvet
A love conceived against all odds...darkened by a legacy of intrigue and betrayal.
A simple convent life was orphan Annique's whole world, until she learned of her noble blood...and her fate. Now, she must enter the gilded decadence of the French court as bride to Philippe, Duc de Corbay-- a man of mystery and secrets, and a legendary lover.
Philippe, embittered by his father's tyranny and this unwanted marriage, is left breathless by the country girl's luminous beauty and the wild passion it conceals. But Annique, about to open her guarded heart to him, is shattered by a secret from Philippe's past that could embroil them both in a treacherous uprising.
Together, from the opulence and pageantry of the court to the intimate shadows of the bedchamber, they will face the power and cunning of the highest princess in the land-- and the hand of fate that may destroy a love as tumultuous as its times.
A simple convent life was orphan Annique's whole world, until she learned of her noble blood...and her fate. Now, she must enter the gilded decadence of the French court as bride to Philippe, Duc de Corbay-- a man of mystery and secrets, and a legendary lover.
Philippe, embittered by his father's tyranny and this unwanted marriage, is left breathless by the country girl's luminous beauty and the wild passion it conceals. But Annique, about to open her guarded heart to him, is shattered by a secret from Philippe's past that could embroil them both in a treacherous uprising.
Together, from the opulence and pageantry of the court to the intimate shadows of the bedchamber, they will face the power and cunning of the highest princess in the land-- and the hand of fate that may destroy a love as tumultuous as its times.
424 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published July 15, 1996
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February 11, 2012
Overall Rating: 4.50 // Action: 4.5 / Emotion: 4 / Romance: 2.5 / Sensuous: 1 / Intrigue: 3 // Historical Flavor: 5 / Laughter: 1 / Tears: 5
To summarize, Shadows In Velvet felt more 'Historical' than 'Romantic,' yet it contained the requisites for an enthralling, fascinating read. {1} A gorgeous, hunky, determined, inspiring hero, who rose above the difficulties placed in his path. {2} A courageous, spunky, intelligent, heroine who overcame the blows life dealt her. {3} Plenty of action to keep the story moving at a steady pace. {4} An undercurrent of suspense permeated the entire book as wondered what all the secrets were and how Philippe and Annique were going to out-maneuver his father and the princess. {5} An abundance of historical characters and details interwoven into the story to bring history to life. {6} A strong emotional connection to Philippe and Annique as they struggled to deal with their respective life issues. {7} A bit of romance and a bit of sensuality during lovemaking scenes. {8} A stressful, yet emotional ending for Philippe and Annique's happily-ever-after.
Would recommend this book to romance readers who enjoy extensive historical details interwoven into a story line. A more in-depth, detailed review of Shadows In Velvet appears at Wolf Bear Does Books.
To summarize, Shadows In Velvet felt more 'Historical' than 'Romantic,' yet it contained the requisites for an enthralling, fascinating read. {1} A gorgeous, hunky, determined, inspiring hero, who rose above the difficulties placed in his path. {2} A courageous, spunky, intelligent, heroine who overcame the blows life dealt her. {3} Plenty of action to keep the story moving at a steady pace. {4} An undercurrent of suspense permeated the entire book as wondered what all the secrets were and how Philippe and Annique were going to out-maneuver his father and the princess. {5} An abundance of historical characters and details interwoven into the story to bring history to life. {6} A strong emotional connection to Philippe and Annique as they struggled to deal with their respective life issues. {7} A bit of romance and a bit of sensuality during lovemaking scenes. {8} A stressful, yet emotional ending for Philippe and Annique's happily-ever-after.
Would recommend this book to romance readers who enjoy extensive historical details interwoven into a story line. A more in-depth, detailed review of Shadows In Velvet appears at Wolf Bear Does Books.
July 15, 2016
Surprisingly developed characters for a bodice ripper.
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