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Title: Rosamund by Bertrice Small ISBN: 0-451-20637-1 Publisher: New American Library Pub. Date: 01 October, 2002 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
Average Customer Rating: 3.47 (17 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: The Ms. Small I know from her earlier works
Comment: "Rosamund" is the first book by Bertice Small that I thoroughly enjoyed since her famed O'Malley series. Of course, Rosamund is no Skye (can't help making the comparison), but her story is strong and intriguing enough to warrant a sequel.
What I enjoy most about Bertrice's novels is her ability to paint history in a fun, three-dimensional way - the strong point of "Rosamund". Rosamund meets a young Henry VIII, befriends Katherine of Aragon and the future Queen of Scots, all in a believable series of events. Each of these characters also has endearing qualities, and I saw them more as actual people than as merely plot devices.
Rosamund herself is a likeable heroine, though she seems a bit bland at times. I was hoping for a bit more fire and spunk, but instead, she came across as cold sometimes. I really liked Owein Meredith - caring, strong, and loyal.
Of course, Bertrice's sex scenes are steamy. But if you're familiar with her previous works, these would seem recycled.
Overall, an enjoyable read. I plan to complete the Friarsgate Inheritance trilogy.
Rating: 4
Summary: The first of a wonderful new series from Bertrice Small
Comment: "Rosamund" would be a wonderful introduction for readers who are unfamilar with the works of Ms Small, and a welcome addition to the library of those who believe the classic Skye O'Malley series to be among the best romance fiction produced in the last 25 years. We meet the very young heiress Rosamund at age 6 as she about to marry her second husband, chosen for her by her evil uncle, who is determined to rob her of her inheritance. From the beginning, the reader is engaged by the lively and intelligent Rosamund, her retinue of loyal relatives and servants, and the men who will play prominent roles in her early life. As usual, Ms Small displays a scholarly interest in the clothing, food, manners, economics, and morals of the time period in which the story is set -- this time Tudor England. Rosamund's experiences at the court of Henry VII, where she becomes a friend to the widowed Catherine of Aragon (and meets the future Henry VIII), and is in turn befriended by Henry's daughter Margaret, is a fascinating look at 16th century England. This book will not disappoint! The second book in the series, "Until You," has just been released (October 2003). I rated it a 3 but it is still a fitting companion to the wonderful "Rosamund."
Rating: 2
Summary: Tired out
Comment: There is nothing new under the sun with Bertice Small. Maybe her sex scenes are a little less spicy, but that's about it. You've read this one before, ladies. And it's been better. Give this one a pass. I really disliked the ending; I don't like the fact that there's going to be a sequel hitting me on the head! I presume Logan Hepburn will be the hero of the second installment, which is nice, but do I want to buy the second installment??? Not if it reads like this one.
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Title: Until You by Bertrice Small ISBN: 0451209745 Publisher: New American Library Pub. Date: 07 October, 2003 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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Title: Vixens by Bertrice Small ISBN: 1575668564 Publisher: Kensington Pub Corp Pub. Date: February, 2003 List Price(USD): $15.00 |
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Title: Just Beyond Tomorrow by Bertrice Small, Beatrice Small ISBN: 1575667371 Publisher: Kensington Pub Corp Pub. Date: February, 2002 List Price(USD): $15.00 |
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Title: The Dragon Lord's Daughters by Bertrice Small, Beatrice Small ISBN: 1575668572 Publisher: Kensington Pub Corp Pub. Date: February, 2004 List Price(USD): $15.00 |
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Title: Intrigued by Bertrice Small ISBN: 0758202881 Publisher: Kensington Pub Corp Pub. Date: September, 2002 List Price(USD): $15.00 |
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