Devonshire (Richard and Rose) [Paperback]

Lynne Connolly (Author)

Book Description

Series: Richard and Rose | Publication Date: December 1, 2009

Now that she's engaged to Richard, one of the most admired-and passionate-men in society, shy, awkward Rose Golightly can hold her head high. Behind Richard's aloof, sophisticated facade lies a man of shrewd intelligence, fierce loyalty, and deep devotion to those he loves. He'll fight fair when necessary, dirty when cornered. Rose's childhood friend has made a stand against the smugglers that rule the coast, unwittingly putting Rose in danger. With her life at stake, there's only one way Richard can save her-even if it means his bride has to trade her wedding gown for widow's weeds.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Winner of two EPPIEs, Lynne Connolly is the bestselling author of sensuous romances, including the Triple Countess series and the Secrets Trilogy. She lives in England with her family.

Product Details

• Paperback: 264 pages
• Publisher: Samhain Publishing (December 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1605044385
• ISBN-13: 978-1605044385
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,905,579 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Lynne Connolly writes historical romance, paranormal romance and contemporary romance. She loves the conflicts and complications that come about if someone lives their life to the full.
She has her own blog, but she also blogs for The Good, The Bad and The Unread, the UK Regency/Georgian writers' blog and The Raven Happy Hour.
She lives in the UK with her family and her mews, a cat called Jack. She also enjoys making and decorating dolls' houses. She visits the US at least once a year, attends conferences and has a great time.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Timeless Tales review, February 2, 2003

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"tteditor" (Washington DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Devonshire (Paperback)

By TT reviewer Hunter MCKenna

Miss Roselind (Rose) Golightly is waiting patiently for her wedding to Lord Richard Strang. Rose has resigned herself to spinsterhood and feels that she isn't as beautiful as her sister, Lizzie. Rose lives in Devonshire with her family and considers herself average looking. Humor and stress abound around the planning of the wedding; Rose can't fathom why Richard has fallen in love with her. Lord Richard and his twin brother, Gervase, arrive early. Richard claims he is impatient to be with Rose again and start their life together.

Devonshire is a sweet romance full of love, hate, and plenty of adventure. Rose comes across as a little insecure, but then aren't we all? Although Richard has faults, he is perfect for Rose. Both of the twins are tall, carry clothes well, and their looks stop women in their tracks, but Richard holds Rose's love. It is rather comical watching conversations stop and heads turn because not only are they identical twins and one has a title, but they are very striking in appearance.

Devonshire spans the month leading up to the wedding and the events that happen. The story covers a case of smuggling, kidnapping, and murder. Smuggling along the Devonshire coast is a part of history and this story shows just an instance of it. The kidnapping of a few of the characters were so well written that you actually hated the kidnapper himself. The Devonshire coastline is so well described that you feel you are there.

The only thing bad I can say about Devonshire is that you MUST read Yorkshire first. Also both Devonshire and Yorkshire could be combined to create one awesome story. Devonshire is the second book in a very well written duet. So be sure to read the stories in order to thoroughly enjoy them. That said, if you are interested in a sweet story, pick this one up.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Regency and Mystery - A Good Mix, January 25, 2004

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Catherine M. Lawler "[e-mail]" (San Rafael, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Devonshire (Paperback)

Devonshire is Lynne Connolly's second Rose and Richard book and the plot keeps the reader interested all the way through. You will be looking for book No. 3 upon finishing just to see what happens next. I thoroughly enjoy these stories and find Ms. Connolly's historic content accurate and pleasing. The mystery involved with each book is very nice and reminds me of my Nancy Drew mysteries of days long gone by.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Devonshire, June 16, 2003

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Jane Ratcliffe (Johns Island, SC United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Devonshire (Paperback)

Another great book from Lynne Connolly. I eagerly awaited this one and do eagerly await the third book in this series, Venice.
Keep them coming, Lynne. Your public loves you.