Enchant Me Not (Zebra Historical Romance) [Paperback]

Michele Hauf (Author)

Book Description

Series: Zebra Historical Romance | Publication Date: February 1, 2001

Spirited Margot deVerona had travelled to the grand court of Versailles, not to marry as her family had planned, but to discover the natural wonders of the world. And yet, instead of a new plant or insect to snag her interest, it was Alexandre Saint-Sylvestre, the king's darkly handsome gardener, who fascinated her. Still, Margot knew that giving in to the temptation to know him better could only lead to heartache. For she had been promised to a man of money and title. For years, Alexandre guarded his emotions as carefully as he guarded a tragic secret...until beautiful Margot burst into his life. Rumor had it that she was a witch, but all he knew was that he had never been so entranced. Though Margot would soon be whisked away to a loveless marriage, Alexandre could not help but declare that his heart was hers for the taking. Now, he must risk everything to fight for a future with the woman who has shown him how to love.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...a story you won't soon forget." -- Old Book Barn Gazette

"...warm, vivid, thoroughly engaging characters, and the story is a delightful, entertaining romp." -- Scribesworld

"A fairytale [that] will enchant readers who are seeking a different and entertaining romance..." -- Romantic Times, February 2001

"Beware reader, for Enchant Me Not will definitely enchant you." -- Rickey Mallory for Painted Rock Reviews

"Don't miss it. It's absolutely enchanting!" -- Heart Rate Reviews

From the Author

An enchanting read for Valentine's Day! Or any day! Enchant Me Not is the third in the Saint-Sylvestre series. (Though, the books DO NOT have to be read in any particular order.) Alexandre is my favorite of the brothers, and I had a great time getting to know him better, AND learning a lot about his condition, synesthesia. It would be fascinating to see voices in color and taste flavors as shapes. But if you can't do that, maybe Alexandre can introduce you to such joys.

Product Details

• Paperback: 412 pages
• Publisher: Zebra (February 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0821767763
• ISBN-13: 978-0821767764
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,672,345 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Michele has been writing romance, fantasy, action/adventure and paranormal stories for a couple decades and enjoys reading the same. It never fails that when she's working on a project set in the icy months of winter, that it's actually humid and hot outside, and vice versa.

Customer Reviews

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5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Light hearted and enchanting -- very highly recommended, March 14, 2001

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This review is from: Enchant Me Not (Zebra Historical Romance) (Paperback)

When his daughters' nursemaid takes unexpectedly ill, Alexandre Saint-Sylvestre must find someone else to care for the girls. His friend Stephen sends women to interview for the position, but since they all seem to have been roused from his bed first, none really seems to fit the bill. Despite the need of a governess, the children are thriving since moving to Versailles, unlike his deceased wife. Although it will take Alexandre years to help make the garden what it shall become in vastness and splendor, but he loves working with his hands in nature.

Alexandre has an extraordinary gift of synesthesia; that is, he sees colors in relationship to the world around him. When Margot speaks, se sees soft, yet tangible waves of pink. They are so real that he can touch them. So Margot's appeal for Alexandre becomes magical. He sees glorious color, a woman who can enchant butterflies and cast a spell over his heart. The first time Alexandre glimpses her, Margot deVerona is being pulled along by leash attached to a two hundred pound pig intent on snuffling out truffles. The next time Alexandre sees her, Margot is enchanting the butterflies.

Margot came to Versailles as a lady's maid, but then the duchess got herself exiled for making an inappropriate comment regarding the king. As a result, besides royal truffle snuffler, Margot must find a justification for remaining in Versailles. She only has a few months before she's to wed Baron de Verzy. When she meets Alexandre, she finds him fascinating. Rather like a new and rare insect that makes her want to crack her notebook open and begin making sketches. So when Alexandre asks to assume the role of nursemaid for the twins, although she initially declines, Margot finds him so intriguing that reconsiders. Nevertheless, Margot would rather be studying entomological sciences or mastering the constellations.

Since he was very young, Alexander has learned to guard his actions and emotions. Sights, sounds and tastes are so much more pronounced, represented in vivid colors he can touch, and if other know, they will think him crazy. Shyness guards him from gossip and rumors. The girls are his once strong connection to others. Only with them can be himself; until he meets Margot. Her inquisitive mind and predilection for mud amaze Alexandre. Alas, they only have a month before her baron arrives. Now Alexander must risk everything to secure a future with the bewitching woman he loves.

This wonderfully whimsical tale is a beguiling delight. With charming children, butterflies and magic, Michele Hauf creates the perfect enchanted tale. ENCHANT ME NOT leaves the reader with a warm, fuzzy, slightly giddy feeling. Very highly recommended.