He Said No (Gentleman's Club, Book 2) [Paperback]

Patricia Waddell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2004

With his title, wealth, and reputation for satisfying his lovers beyond all expectations, Norton Russell Foxhall, Earl of Granby, attracts women in droves. But no lady keeps his fires burning for long. It doesn't help that every woman ruins the chase by blatantly wanting him. Is there any female creature whose mind isn't embroiled in thoughts of marriage and wanton desire? "Contentedly wed" are two words that make Catherine Hardwick scoff. The bold, auburn-haired beauty would never yield to a man any more than she would acquiesce to ride her beloved stallion side-saddle in a dress. Lost in irritable thought and galloping at full speed, Catherine doesn't notice the dashing young man in the road till she's nearly on top of him. She knows she must apologize, but she never expects the ruthless cad to exact such a devil's bargain from her. An arrogant earl demands a kiss in apology. An indignant lady grants him his one request. But there's no such thing as a simple kiss...and no saying no to such unruly, impossible, irresistible passion.

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It was only a kiss, but it was a kiss that neither one of them could ever forget. While riding her father's best horse without his permission, Catherine Hardwick crosses paths with Norton Russell Foxhall, the earl of Granby. In return for keeping her secret, Granby demands a kiss, thus confirming Catherine's impression that he is nothing better than a worthless, arrogant, all-too-handsome-for-his-own-good rogue. Soon Granby puts his search for a beautiful woman who isn't interested in marriage on hold as he tries to coax another kiss out of the infuriatingly unforgettable Miss Hardwick, while Catherine finds her intention to tell Granby to save his charms for some dim-witted debutante who might actually appreciate them is thwarted by her desire for another taste of the sinfully sensual nobleman. Waddell gives readers a wonderfully entertaining romantic battle between the sexes in the second in her "Gentlemen's Club" series as she deftly manipulates the simmering passion between her two protagonists into a lusciously sensual and unforgettable love story. John Charles
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A Perfect 10 I highly recommend HE SAID NO. -- Edith Morrison, Reviewer, Romance Review Today

Another winner from the immensely talented Patricia Waddell . . . HE SAID NO is definitely a keeper. -- In the Library Reviews

HE SAID NO was so much fun, I couldn't put it down. -- Roundtable Reviews

If you haven't read a Patricia Waddell novel, pick up one for you own pleasure. -- Escape to Romance

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Zebra (February 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0821775014
• ISBN-13: 978-0821775011
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,651,071 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Awesome, April 29, 2004

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L. Freeman (Florida) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: He Said No (Gentleman's Club, Book 2) (Paperback)

The first book I read by Patricia Waddell was He Said Yes, which I finished in an afternoon and couldn't wait for He Said No to arrive in bookstores.

As I curled up in my favorite comfy reading chair to read He Said No with gleeful delight, I was rewarded with yet another incredible book by this author.

Catherine, a strong heroine you can immediately identify with is set on her heels by a delectable rake, the Earl of Granby, when he challenges her to kiss him in lieu of or rather along with an apology she owes him. The first kiss they share brings searing and unexpected feelings for each of them. Catherine fights the attraction because she doesn't want to end up in a loveless and lonely marriage like two of her friends. Granby, being the delectable rake he is, isn't sure he is ready to settle down and marry quite yet, however he finds the heroine intriguing and can't stop thinking about her.

The phrase "Just one kiss" seems to set in motion these unexpected feelings any time the hero or heroine utters it. My personal favorite part of the book involves the hero chatting with the heroine's father...and a certain blue ribbon lurking in the scene.

Once again I finished He Said No in a single afternoon. I could not put this book down. I found myself grinning in anticipation each time the hero and heroine were about to encounter each other throughout this wonderful story. I am captivated by Patricia Waddell's writing from the first line I read. Her books transport me directly to the time period where the story unfolds around me. He Said No is simply awesome!

He Said Now will be out in June and I plan on being first in line at my local bookstore to get my copy. I will then set aside a special afternoon to immerse myself in the next installment Patricia Waddell's Gentleman's Club series.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From the Gentlemans Club series, March 9, 2004

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C. Penn "WordWeaving" (Greenville, SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: He Said No (Gentleman's Club, Book 2) (Paperback)

Both Norton Russell Foxhass, Earl of Granby, and Catherine Hardwick are cynical about the opposite sex, believing they are not to be trusted. Granby further likes variety too much to content himself with a single woman for more than a few months; that is, until Catherine nearly runs him over riding a beautiful stallion called Storm Dancer. Women usually graviate to his reputation for being a vigorous lover as well as for his wealth and his title. So Catherine's determination to keep her distance, despite their scintillating chemistry, captures his attention.

Catherine is perfectly happy living in Wichcombe, far from London's labyrinth of silly rules and foolish gossip. Unfortunately, her father wishes her to be married and based on what she has seen, women do not find happiness in marriage. Full of spirit and not afraid to say what she thinks, Catherine proves to be irresistible for Granby. He becomes determined to buy Storm Dancer from her father and also to know Catherine's passion first hand, even he must wed her to do so.

With intriguing flair, author Patricia Waddell pens a must read regency in HE SAID NO. Irreverent humor, unexpected levity and sparkling wit all find voice from fresh characterizations and subtly unexpected plotting. Granby and Catherine, as well as marvelous cast of secondary characters, are filled with the joys and foibles that bring each characterization vividly alive. Fierce independence and powerful desire combine in this amusing read that belongs on the keeper shelf. Guaranteed to win the reader's heart, HE SAID NO comes very highly recommended.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Say YES to He Said No, February 9, 2004

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Marian H. Griffin (Palm Bay, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: He Said No (Gentleman's Club, Book 2) (Paperback)

Patricia Waddell delivers another great historical romance with He Said No. Granby (the hero) makes the transition from rake to besotted husband with ease. He delights in his changing feelings and takes the reader along on the ride of his life. The romance sizzles and tempts, the setting and plot are on the mark and the characters are as real as if they were standing next to you. Don't miss this exquisite detour to old England. . .and you may not want to come back!