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A Knight in Shining Armor [Mass Market Paperback]

Jude Deveraux
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (634 customer reviews)

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Book Description

November 26, 2002
Once upon a time . . . as a fair maiden lay weeping upon a cold tombstone, her heartfelt desire was suddenly made real before her: tall, broad of shoulder, attired in gleaming silver and gold, her knight in shining armor had come to rescue his damsel in distress. . . .

A Knight in Shining Armor

Hailed worldwide as one of the most romantic novels of all time, Jude Deveraux’s dazzling bestseller “will capture your heart—and hold it” (Daily Herald, Chicago) with its breathtaking tale of lovely Dougless Montgomery; her savior knight, Nicholas Stafford, Earl of Thornwyck; and the timeless adventure of passion and memory, danger and desire that sweeps them into each other’s arms.


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From Publishers Weekly

In her hardcover debut, Deveraux ( The Taming ) offers an imaginative romantic historical fantasy, whose virtue of unpredictabiity is undermined by plodding, graceless prose. Vacationing in England with her lover, Robert, and his spoiled teenage daughter, heroine Dougless Montgomery is abandoned by them in a remote country churchyard near the tomb of Nicholas Stafford, an earl who died in 1564. Almost immediately, an armor-clad swashbuckler materializes--Nicholas himself, reincarnated in the 20th century to clear his reputation, having been unjustly convicted of treason. Intrigued by his plight, Dougless agrees to help Nicholas learn his accuser's identity and restore his good name. They become lovers, and their adventures briefly lead Dougless back to the 1560s, allowing Deveraux to portray that period from a contemporary woman's perspective, as well as 1988 through the eyes of a confounded Elizabethan nobleman. Well-detailed historical highlights and a heartwarming conclusion will enhance the novel's commercial appeal to those Deveraux fans willing to lay out the extra cash for froth bound in hardcover. Doubleday Book Club main selection; Literary Guild alternate.
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Romantic Times Rare and simply delightful...poignant, sensual....This unique story will capture your heart, make you laugh, cry, and wish this could come true.

The Washington Post A well-plotted book with a very attractive hero and a lot of charm.

Chicago Daily Herald A glorious love story that spans centuries, worlds, and souls....A Knight In Shining Armor will capture your heart -- and hold it.

Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 480 pages
  • Publisher: Pocket Books (November 26, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0743457269
  • ISBN-13: 978-0743457262
  • Product Dimensions: 4.4 x 1.3 x 7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (634 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #346,087 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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I have read ALL of Jude Deveraux's books, and this one is my all-time favorite. Rheadawn Brown  |  202 reviewers made a similar statement
This book made me laugh and cry. it's really great. Kimberly  |  87 reviewers made a similar statement
They get to fall in love all over again. Emily Makuch  |  64 reviewers made a similar statement
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175 of 182 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Best time travel! November 10, 1999
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Okay, I'll say it. This is the first time I've read Jude Deveraux and I can't believe I haven't read her before! A Knight in Shining Armor is a wonderful, funny and touching book.

In 1988 Douglass Montgomery is on holiday with her live-in boyfriend in England. After a huge fight with him and his daughter Douglass is left behind with no money or passport. In grief she goes to the nearby church and cries out that she wishes she had a knight in shining armor. Low and behold Nicholas Stafford, the earl of Thornwyck appears out of sixteenth century England. At first Douglass doesn't believe him that he's from the sixteenth century. She finds his way of dress strange, his talk ridiculous and the fact that he doesn't know what a car is or how to use the bathroom is outrageous! Well, eventually Nicholas wins over Douglass and the two are set to finding out who tried to set Nicholas up for treason in Elizabethian times.

After finding no answers, Nicholas finally resigns himself that he will stay in the 20th century and that Douglass is the love of his life. As soon as the two fall in love, poof! Nicholas is gone back in time. Douglass is at a loss, especially since history has altered and Nicholas was beheaded for crimes he did not commit. She is determined to find the answers to clear his name. But as soon as she finds her answers she is wisked back in time to 1560 and finds herself at Nicholas's home, before he was an earl and everybody was happy, although Nicholas does not remember her.

Douglass must win over Nicholas's trust to change history again, knowing that once it is changed she will be dragged back to the twentieth century.

This story was wonderful! I highly recommend it to anyone, especially time travel lovers.... Read more ›

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62 of 65 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars One of Jude's Best! July 31, 2001
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I have read almost all of Jude Deveraux's books and I can honestly say this is my absolute favorite. (Sweet Liar is a close second) You cant help but fall into the storyline that catches your attention from page one.

The lovely Dougless Montgomery, on vacation with her annoyingly inconsiderate boyfriend and his brat of a daughter, ends up stranded at a church in the middle of nowhere, England.

She falls upon a tomb in the church, wracked with tears. Praying for her Knight in Shining Armor. And thus, her wish is granted in the form of Nicholas Stafford, an English Earl who died in 1564. And that is only the beginning of this wonderfully romantic tale. It is funny, heartwarming, passionate, and all around fabulous. I highly recommend this book.

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43 of 45 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars HISTORICAL ROMANCE MASTERPIECE! July 4, 1999
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The timeless love story portrayed in this novel is utterly profound. No other Jude Deveraux historical romance has ever affected me as much as this has. And I never would have read it if I haven't read the author's commentary at the end of her novel "The Taming." Ms. Deveraux has talked about the endless hours of research she has put into this masterpiece so I was definitely intrigued to try out "A Knight in Shining Armor." I usually stay away from this genre (time travel) and prefer more realistic story lines but I'm glad I didn't. It took me weeks to get over the "withdrawal symptoms." I now want to go to England and visit the remote village of Ashburton, Devonshire, look into St. Andrew's church and maybe find my own knight. I also want to see the house that Sir H. Stafford built in the Elizabethan era (was Thornwyck based on this?). The author is definitely a genius. She has reflected the lifestyle of the 16th century in authentic detail that I totally got immersed in it. Thanks, Ms. Deveraux for writing this one. I'll treasure this book for always.
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28 of 30 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars What a Fantastic Book! September 26, 2000
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Although this book has been out for 5 years I just learned about it and picked it up in my local book store. It is one of the best books I've read in a long time.

Dougless Montgomery comes from the famous Montgomery family. She met a successful doctor, Robert, who doesn't want a commitment, however, Dougless and Robert decide to plan a trip to England a year from the day the move in together. Then, they will decide if they want to marry.

On their way to the airport for their long awaited trip to England, Robert says he has a surprise for Dougless. At the airport, her dreams are squashed when Robert's daughter Gloria shows up and she turns out to be a most obnoxious child that Robert indulges sinfully.

While the three of them are visiting a church, Dougless and Gloria get into an argument. Robert, of course, sides with his daughter and they leave Dougless stranded at the church in the country without her money or passport. Douglass goes into the church and cries on the tomb of Nicholas Stafford, the Earl of Thornwyck. Suddenly he appears out of sixteenth century England. At first Douglass doesn't believe that he's from the sixteenth century. She finds his way of dress strange, his talk ridiculous and the fact that he doesn't know what a car is or how to use the bathroom is strange as well. Eventually Nicholas convinces Douglass and the two set to finding out who set Nicholas up for treason in Elizabethan times.

Finding no answers, Nicholas resigns himself to stay in the 20th century and acknowledges that Douglass is the love of his life. Suddenly Nicholas is taken back in time. Douglass is at a loss, but she is determined to find the answers to clear his name. Then Douglass is taken back in time to 1560 and finds herself at Nicholas's home, although Nicholas does not remember her....

Douglass must win over Nicholas's trust to change history again, knowing that once it is changed she will be dragged back to the twentieth century. Read more ›

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars A Knight in Shinning Armor
Take the challenge -- try reading the first 3 pages of this book, I dare you! I promise, you will not be able to put it down. It is my all-time favorite time-travel love story! Read more
Published 1 day ago by Rhonda Rodriguez
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book... but left me a bit sad
I couldn't put this book down and loved it. The only criticism I have is the ending... I was left feeling sad that Nicholas had to spend the rest of his life alone without... Read more
Published 6 days ago by Teresa
5.0 out of 5 stars My Favorite Time Travel Book
I read this book eons ago and have it in hard back. I just had to have it in Kindle. It is an awesome love story with time travel and buried treasure twists. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Mary Lou Stone
5.0 out of 5 stars my all time favorite
good story. entertaining. enjoyable. good cast of characters. does not strain my brain, just entertains and makes me smile.
love it.
Published 9 days ago by M.
4.0 out of 5 stars Ok book
It was interesting that the author described how people lived in the 15th century. One negative thing is that the main character seems too helpless. It was easy to read though.
Published 13 days ago by Kitty
5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!
I so love this book...it is my all time favorite......I worked 911 Fire/Med for 19 years, and this book and and this author helped me cope with the stress...... Read more
Published 17 days ago by arlinda sullivan
1.0 out of 5 stars Just too unbelievable for me.
I didn't like this book at all. I only finished it because it was a Kindle download. I like fantasy, but this is way over the top. Nothing about this story is believable. Read more
Published 18 days ago by Happy In Wisconsin
5.0 out of 5 stars A Knight In Shing Armor
I loved the storyline! Good characters, too! Very interesting to read about life in the 1500's! Nice job, Jude Deveraux!
Published 1 month ago by Debra Sue Sargent
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Like the intrigue and setting of the story line. Along with the historical portion, liked the period in which it is written.
Published 1 month ago by Larissa Meek
5.0 out of 5 stars I love it!!
Interesting characters and a good story line! Definitely worth the price for the book. I enjoyed it a lot and I strongely recommend it!!
Published 1 month ago by Carolina Flynn
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time travel romances
Many years ago I found time-travel romances by Constance O'Day Flannery. She has also written some other types of books, but the time-travels from the 80's maybe early 90's were the best. My favorites weren't regency or Edwardian though she had a couple of those. My favorites were probably Heaven... Read more
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Question about the portrait of Dougless
Ther's no doubt that he cherished the minature of Dougless, but since we're talking about a minature rather than a full blown painting (which would have been preserved with the other family portraits in gallery which also wouldn't have happened, as they couldn't remember her) the minature itself... Read more
Jan 9, 2011 by K. D. Duke |  See all 3 posts
this book is so amazing
I third that sentiment. It is one of my favorites, if not my favorite romance. It doesn't have the traditional happy ending and it makes you think after reading it. I have read very few romances that have done that.
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