Handsome Devil (Zebra Historical Romance) (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

Review

Fast-paced with beautiful characters. Ms. George creates a hero you will see in your dreams! -- Kathy Baker, Waldenbooks - RWA Bookseller of the Year

Melanie George is a master of sensuous dialogue! -- Winter Haven News Chief

The romance...is breathtaking, the passion sizzling, and the story enthralling! -- The Romance Reader Connection

This is not a take-to-the beach read -- take it to Maine where it's cooler! -- Out and About

Product Description

It is whispered that Nicholas Sinclair is rogue enough to put his notorious brothers to shame. But one spirited female will discover that a passionate heart lay hidden beneath the wicked charm of this handsome devil.

Sheridan Delaney has yet to live down her trouble-finding reputation when her old friend, Jules Thornton, invites her to London. Ready for adventure, Sheridan has no idea her friend has matchmaking in mind -- or that Nicholas Sinclair, Jules's devastatingly handsome cousin, will quickly decide that even his infamous hellraising pales in comparison to Sheridan's antics. Nicholas's suddenly saintly guidance through London society is far from comforting, however -- especially when Sheridan longs to assure him that the most satisfying indulgence . . . is love.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 331 pages
• Publisher: Zebra (July 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0821770098
• ISBN-13: 978-0821770092
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #391,533 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book!, January 2, 2002

By	"srachel" (NY, United States) - See all my reviews

I loved this book. I liked DEVIL MAY CARE enough to want to read HANDSOME DEVIL, but I definitely didn't expect it to be as good as it was.

As a general rule I don't like when the plot of a book revolves around a misunderstanding at the beginning that is then the cause of all the conflict in the story until it is resolved at the very end. In this book there is a misunderstanding when Sheridan and Nicholas first meet. It's an understandable misunderstanding that plays into insecurities Nicholas already has as a result of his parent's marriage. The conflict doesn't lead to overt hostility between the characters, but it keeps Nicholas from thinking of Sheridan as someone he can marry and they agree to be friends.

I think what set this book apart from most other books which start with a misunderstanding is that the focus of the book is on Sheridan and Nicholas's evolving relationship and their feelings for each other. The misunderstanding is not focused on, we are reminded of it only through Nicholas's conflicting feelings toward Sheridan.

This was a great book to read. When it ended I was disappointed because I wanted to keep reading. That doesn't happen too often. DEVIL MAY CARE comes before this book. It may give you a better sense of Nicholas's mother and why he has his specific insecurities. It's very well explained in this book though, so it's not really necessary. If you've already read DEVIL MAY CARE, this book is even better!

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This One's Another Keeper!, September 13, 2001

By	M. Rondeau (West Springfield, MA United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

If you've never believed in love at first sight, you will after you read this. Sheridan Delaney, spit-fire, always in trouble, speaks her mind, beautiful, stubborn and runs headlong into one big Handsome Devil! Not only is he handsome but a tender wonderfully sensitive man. Wow! Stand by for ignition! These two were absolutely meant for each other, as Nicholas' endearing cousin Jules knew. Dialog aplenty, that will have you on the floor and laughing so hard the tears will come down your face. But that's not all, throw in a deaf butler, an oriental gardner/houseboy, a wacky aunt and a feisty uncle... and Scally - well you're going to have to read the book to find out about him! Lord what an amazing cast of characters to support this wonderful romance from the extremely capable and talented hands of Melanie George. This one is a real keeper and on my list of all time favorites to re-read again and again!

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A hilarious tale......, June 26, 2001

By	CastleCelt "castlecelt" (PA United States) - See all my reviews

A hilarious tale about an Irish lass and her fascination with a devil.....a very HANDSOME DEVIL.

Sheridan "Danny" Delaney, ascorted by her Aunt Aggie and Uncle Finny, visits her old friend, Jules in London. Jules invites the three of them to join Jules at her cousin Nicholas' home where she has been staying. You can count on this not being your ordinary visit, as Sheridan can't seem to get rid of the trouble that follows her around. The late 1800's come alive in this story of friendship, passion, and humor. Ms. George has done a wonderful job of creating her characters. Emery, the deaf butler, Uncle Finny and his "hallucinations" and Aunt Aggie and her "last breaths" are just some of the funny characters that Melanie George has invented. You will fall in love with the devil himself just like Danny does. From Uncle Finny getting arrested to the myna bird who uses inappropriate language, this story is one of the most entertaining books I've read in quite a while. Is this your usual knight in shinning armor comes to save his fairy princess story? Does Jules have matchmaking in her mind all along? Find out how Nicholas and Sheridan finally come together in HANDSOME DEVIL.