Sandy M’s review of Secrets to Seducing a Scot (Highland Knaves, Book 2) by Michelle Marcos Historical Romance published by St. Martin’s 2 Aug 11 I’ve obviously had this book for a while.     For some reason I just didn’t pick it up until recently. While it’s not a story that wows you to no [...]

Sandy M’s review of The Wolf Who Loved Me (The Wolf Who Loved Me Trilogy, Book 1) by Lydia Dare Historical Paranormal Romance published by Sourcebooks Casablanca 1 Apr 12 With this new spin-off trilogy, Lydia Dare is giving readers more of her werewolves with the Hadley brothers, three rakes who get into trouble every [...]

Veena’s review of Between the Duke and the Deep Blue Sea (Royal Entourage, Book 1) by Sophia Nash Historical Romance published by Avon 28 Feb 12 Between the Duke and Deep Blue Sea is a wonderful kickoff to Sophia Nash’s new regency romance series. Alex Barclay, the newly minted Duke of Kress, barely gets to [...]

C2’s review of Taming an Impossible Rogue (Tantalus Club, Book 2) by Suzanne Enoch Historical Romance published by St. Martin’s 27 Mar 12 When a young lady leaves her fiancé at the altar, there are always consequences, aren’t there?  Usually unpleasant ones.  But what if the jilted fiancé wants his runaway bride back – but [...]

Sandy M’s review of Angel’s End (Angel’s End Series, Book 1) by Cindy Holby Western Historical Inspirational Romance published by Berkley 1 May 12 I’ve been in a cowboy mood for a while now, so every book that comes my way that has a cowboy hero, I’ve been more than happy to delve right in. [...]

Wendy the Super Librarian‘s review of Lady Drusilla’s Road To Ruin (Ladies In Disgrace #2) by Christine Merrill Historical Romance published by Harlequin Historical 20 Mar 12 One thing is for sure, whenever I pick up a Christine Merrill Regency, I know I’m not going to get some been-there-done-that retread.  She always has such an [...]

I’ve just about given up on the “historical romance” because it’s not satisfying what I want to see in a well-written historical. But a recent post condemning readers who are labelling books “mistorical” has dragged me right back in.

Sandy M’s review of Sound of the Heart by Genevieve Graham Historical Romance published by Berkley Trade 1 May 12 I had hopes for this book after finishing Genevieve Graham’s debut, Under the Same Sky, which I loved. Sometimes a new author has a difficult time maintaining such excellence after a first book. So you [...]

LynneC’s review of Rake with a Frozen Heart by Marguerite Kaye Historical Romance published by Harlequin Historical 17 Apr 12 It’s a charming beginning to a charming story, which, although is not without fault, is one of the most pleasant historical reads I’ve had for some time.

C2’s review of Skies of Fire (Ether Chronicles, Book 1) by Zoe Archer Steampunk Romance published by Avon Impulse 17 Apr 12 Do you like larger-than-life heroes and stealthy lady spies?  Airships? Explosions?  Zoe Archer’s latest book – and new series kick-off – might be just what you’re looking for.

Veena’s review of The Duke’s Perfect Wife (Highland Pleasures, Book 4) by Jennifer Ashley Historical Romance published by Berkley 3 Apr 12 The Duke’s Perfect Wife, fourth in the Highland Pleasures series from Jennifer Ashley, continues the Mackenzie brothers’ stories with Hart Mackenzie. Duke of Kilmorgan, envied for his wealth, power, connections and good looks, [...]

Veena’s review of The Saint (Highland Guard, Book 5) by Monica McCarty Historical Romance published by Ballantine 27 Mar 12 Monica McCarty continues her series of passion and intrigue in fourteenth century Scotland with The Saint, fifth book in her Highland Guard series. The Highland Guard is a secret band of elite warriors who fight [...]

Sandy M’s review of The Duke’s Perfect Wife (Highland Pleasures, Book 4) by Jennifer Ashley Historical Romance published by Berkley 3 Apr 12 It’s so good to be reading these Mackenzie Highlanders again. I’ve been curious about Eleanor Ramsay, the woman who walked away from Hart years ago. I’m also surprised Hart didn’t just go [...]

Dinca’s review of Texas Pride (Night Riders, Book 6) by Leigh Greenwood Historical Romance published by Sourcebooks Casablanca 6 Mar 12 You can’t beat an historical Texas romance by Leigh Greenwood. He writes of Texas like no other author. I have read all the Night Rider series and enjoyed every one.

C2’s review of Confessions from an Arranged Marriage (Burgundy Club, Book 4) by Miranda Neville Historical Romance published by Avon 27 Mar 12 What began as a drunken prank on a friend ended up being a scandalous encounter.  So what happens when a young lady with political aspirations gets caught in a compromising position with [...]