A Lady by Midnight
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4.3 • 424 Ratings
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- $1.99
Publisher Description
Spindle Cove, nestled in a peaceful corner of Regency Era England, has long been known as “Spinster Cove,” due to its preponderance of unwed ladies of “delicate constitutions”—and that’s the fictional setting for a delightful historical romance series by USA Today bestselling author Tessa Dare. In A Lady by Midnight, a young woman searching for her family finds love unexpectedly with a handsome colonel—but the secrets of her heritage threaten to disrupt their romance…and their upcoming nuptials. Concerning the heart-soaring romantic fiction of Ms. Tessa Dare, fans of Lisa Kleypas and Eloisa James would do well to heed Julia Quinn’s admonitions and “prepare to fall in love!”
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Dare's third Spindle Cove romance proves that sequels can equal, and even better, their predecessors (A Week to Be Wicked). In the early 19th century English coastal community of Spindle Cove, orphaned piano teacher Kate Taylor is desperate to find the truth about her parentage. After a discouraging visit to her former schoolmistress, who refuses to tell Kate anything, she finds herself relying on fellow Spindle Cove resident Corporal Thorne's kindness to return safely home. Though the meek Kate initially feels intimidated by her roguish escort, a mutual attraction sparks between the two during their journey. Upon arriving back at the Queen's Ruby inn, Kate is surprised to find a bevy of aristocrats in her room claiming to be her lost family. Thorne, suspicious of their motives, proposes to Kate that they become affianced, allowing him to stay at her side and protect her. But their fake engagement brings out genuine feelings even as answers to Kate's questions begin to emerge. Dare's captivating plotline is enlivened by multi-dimensional characters, while the love story is enhanced by the mysteries of its heroine's past.
Customer Reviews
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Such a great book I read several times. So much humor, depth and emotion.
This is the best 99 cents I have ever spent.
I would have enjoyed the book for a normal price, but the fact it was 99 cents was amazing. The romance was so well written and the characters make you truly care for them.
Excellent
I loved this book. Tessa Dare is a very very clever writer, managing to deftly infuse her regency romance with witty repartee, sophisticated (hot) passion, and a dash of intrigue. The story line had its requisite twists and turns and was not predictable from the outset like so many others of this genre. I particularly enjoyed the fullness, depth and believability of her characters. And the dry humor really made me smile. Well done Ms. Dare!