My Lady Mischief (Avalon Historical Romance) [Hardcover]

Kathy Carmichael (Author)

Book Description

Series: Avalon Historical Romance | Publication Date: August 2002

Lady Thea knows what she wants in life. Desiring to stay with her widowed father, she's set her cap on a local farmer's son.

When "Hart," the Marquis of Hartingfield, arrives on the scene, he sends her wits reeling and her sense tumbling. Their meddling fathers hope for a suitable marriage. It's up to Hart to convince Thea that their union will be a perfect love match.

But if Thea was wrong about her feelings for the farmer's son, can she trust her growing attraction to Hart? She and her pet pig, Uncle Egbert, lead Hart on a merry chase through the English countryside and glittering London, setting tonnish head abuzz with the question: Will Hart succeed in capturing her heart?

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Another winner from this talented writer on the rise." -- Maureen Boylan, Reviewer, Reader to Reader

"If you are looking for a fun, light read ....try MY LADY MISCHIEF, especially if you enjoy traditional regencies." -- Marlene Breakfield, Escape to Romance

"Kathy Carmichael writes with a special blend of humor unique to her, and pens a sweet, romantic tale." -- Carol Carter, Reviewer - Romance Reviews Today, Member Rio

"This delightful romp was a joy to read. I believe Kathy Carmichael could write anything and I'd read it!" -- Kathy Boswell, Managing Editor, The Best Reviews, Member RIO, E-book and Small Press Reviewer for Romantic Times Magazine

From the Publisher

"My Lady Mischief is sassy, savy, and utterly scrumptious!" -- Connie Brockway, nationally best-selling author of THE BRIDAL SEASON.

"Warm and witty, a marvelous romp." -- Karen Harbaugh, Award-winning Regency author

"With MY LADY MISCHIEF, Kathy Carmichael brilliantly blends the finest elements of romantic comedy into the Regency era. Prepare for big belly laughs and a touching romance that will warm your soul. Laugh, love, and laugh again--don't miss this book!" -- Deb Stover, Award Winning Author of "Mulligan Stew"

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 185 pages
• Publisher: Avalon (August 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0803495471
• ISBN-13: 978-0803495470
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,366,743 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Award-winning comedy author Kathy Carmichael resides on Florida's west coast, along with her Scottish husband, two not-so-wee-sons, and a bevy of cantankerous felines. Kathy's women's fiction/romantic comedy, HOT FLASH, was named as one of the Top 10 Romance Fiction titles for 2009 by the American Library Association's BOOKLIST magazine.

A popular guest lecturer, Kathy presents seminars to writers and readers. Prior to becoming an author, Kathy worked in advertising, as a paralegal and as a communications consultant. She tended bar while in college, where she served drinks mixed with advice. This gave her a unique glimpse into people's lives and motivations, which she uses in her writing.

Despite rumors to the contrary, she has never been recruited by the CIA or the other CIA (Culinary Institute of America). Kathy loves hearing from readers.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't miss this one! It is terrific!, September 4, 2002

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Huntress Reviews (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: My Lady Mischief (Avalon Historical Romance) (Hardcover)

William Cavendar "Hart" was the Marquess of Hartingfield. He was happy to escape London, and the scheming mothers, for a bit. Hart escorted his American friend, Paul McCormack "Mack", to Steyne Hall. There, Bremington Candler, the Earl of Steyne, would look over the drill improvements the American had done and perhaps purchase them. Hart met a young lady chasing a piglet through the house and assumed her to be a servant.

I must skip much here or spoil the highly amusing happenings. The reader knew from the beginning that the servant was really Lady Althea "Thea", the Earl's daughter. Hart ended up compromising Thea, even after all the hilarious things Thea had done to make Hart think her wanton and leave in disgust! Once compromised, Thea refused marriage! She wanted a local lad.

Lord Steyne sent Thea, chaperoned by her friend named Emma, to London for a Season. Thea would stay with Aunt Prunella who would present her at Court and to society. Lord Steyne made Hart VERY aware that Thea would wed for only love. Since Hart compromised her, Hart had one Season to convince Thea that she loved him and agree to marriage.

***** To sum this book up, Hart was not looking to fall in love, but did. However, Thea did NOT want him! The author, Kathy Carmichael, made Thea a total delight to watch in action. Thea was anything but predictable! I read this book while it was slow at work. (I work third shifts.) I found myself actually laughing aloud! Three times I spied fellow third-shifters peering into my department to see what was going on. I let them read a few parts and they left with the author's name and book title so they could order copies for themselves.

I found this romance to be a rip-roaring-romp of hilarious chaos and I cannot recommend it highly enough. DO NOT MISS THIS STORY! You will NOT be disappointed! *****

Reviewed by Detra Fitch.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars what a gem, March 24, 2004

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Victoria Devlin (Chicago. ILL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: My Lady Mischief (Avalon Historical Romance) (Hardcover)

This was my first book by this author. And I was so impressed. The plotting is strong, the characters are so engaging. Lady Althea was so winning, bright and captiving. Hart, well, he steals your heart. So arrogant and Lady Althea leads him on a merry romp.

For a first book, this is a very impressive story. I look forward to more from this promising writer.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars W-O-W. Don't miss this one!, March 4, 2004

By 

Detra Fitch (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: My Lady Mischief (Avalon Historical Romance) (Hardcover)

William Cavendar "Hart" was the Marquess of Hartingfield. He was happy to escape London, and the scheming mothers, for a bit. Hart escorted his American friend, Paul McCormack "Mack", to Steyne Hall. There, Bremington Candler, the Earl of Steyne, would look over the drill improvements the American had done and perhaps purchase them. Hart met a young lady chasing a piglet through the house and assumed her to be a servant.

I must skip much here or spoil the highly amusing happenings. The reader knew from the beginning that the servant was really Lady Althea "Thea", the Earl's daughter. Hart ended up compromising Thea, even after all the hilarious things Thea had done to make Hart think her wanton and leave in disgust! Once compromised, Thea refused marriage! She wanted a local lad.

Lord Steyne sent Thea, chaperoned by her friend named Emma, to London for a Season. Thea would stay with Aunt Prunella who would present her at Court and to society. Lord Steyne made Hart VERY aware that Thea would wed for only love. Since Hart compromised her, Hart had one Season to convince Thea that she loved him and agree to marriage.

***** To sum this book up, Hart was not looking to fall in love, but did. However, Thea did NOT want him! The author, Kathy Carmichael, made Thea a total delight to watch in action. Thea was anything but predictable! I read this book while it was slow at work. (I work third shifts.) I found myself actually laughing aloud! Three times I spied fellow third-shifters peering into my department to see what was going on. I let them read a few parts and they left with the author's name and book title so they could order copies for themselves.

I found this romance to be a rip-roaring-romp of hilarious chaos and I cannot recommend it highly enough. DO NOT MISS THIS STORY! You will NOT be disappointed! *****

Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.