The Merry Widows: Catherine (Mills & Boon Historical) [Paperback]

Theresa Michaels (Author)

Book Description

Series: Mills & Boon Historical | Publication Date: July 6, 2001

Widow Catherine Rose Hill had vowed she would never again answer to a man. But when a stuffy hardheaded banker with sexy eyes challenged her hard-won independence with soul-binding kisses, she wondered if her freedom was worth the price….

Gregory Michael Mayfield III's obsession with making a name for himself had cost him his health and his happiness. And his forced exile at Catherine's country farmhouse was supposed to bring him peace and privacy—not passion in the arms of the fiesty widow….

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Gregory Mayfield is a gentleman in every way. He knows how to handle money and charm society's finest women. But illness brings him to Hillsboro in the New Mexico Territory and Greg runs into the kind of situation he doesn't know how to handle-- a beautiful widow with a mind of her own. Thanks to his sister's manipulations, Greg is left to his own devices in Hillsboro. He doesn't have the service of his valet, doesn't have a clue about the every day running of a house, and definitely doesn't have a notion how to deal with a widow or her cantankerous cat and vicious chicken. Funny thing is, it's not long before Greg doesn't mind his predicament one bit. Catherine Rose Hill agreed to take in her friend Suzanne's brother, but she had no idea what she was getting into. Greg is completely hopeless when it comes to basic domestic chores such as starting a fire or pumping water. He's a wealthy businessman who is used to buying anything he wants-- but she's determined he won't buy her affections. Catherine was married once, and at her husband's death vowed she would never let another man control her fate. The longer she knows Greg the more she realizes he's nothing like her first husband. But can Catherine love Greg without losing her hard won independence? The Merry Widows trilogy continues with Book II, Catherine. This fun romp is Theresa Michaels at her best. Catherine and Greg are a charming couple who bring out the best (and worst) in each other. Lord Romeo (the cat) and Miss Lily (the hen) provide wonderful doses of comic relief! Fans will not be disappointed with Ms. Michaels latest offering. This reviewer can't wait to read Sarah's story! From start to finish, Theresa Michaels is a delight to read! She creates the most wonderful characters and makes us care about them! "Humor and love are a satisfying blend in this sweet story! Romantic and funny-- a definite keeper! Once again, Theresa Michaels delivers a winner! She has outdone herself with The Merry Widows trilogy! Kristina Wright -- Copyright © 1998 Literary Times, Inc. All rights reserved -- From Literary Times --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Mills & Boon (July 6, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0263827399
• ISBN-13: 978-0263827392
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,813,432 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS WAS FANTASTIC!!!! MICHAELS'S WORK IS THE BEST!!!, January 15, 1998

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CYBERKID [e-mail] (RESTON, VIRGINIA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Merry Widows ... Catherine (The Merry Widows) (Harlequin Historical Romance) (Paperback)

I'm not kidding when I say that Michaels is a genius in romance novels. I have read The Merry Widows: Mary, and now she hands me this great book called The Merry Widows: Catherine. I loved Lord Romeo, the cat, and the hen. I liked the cat best. I liked Catherine because she isn't afraid of being a tomboy. A woman climbing trees back then was scandalous. I stayed up until 4:00 AM reading it. It was fantastic! I liked Gregory because he was just sooooooooooooo romantic. If Catherine is this good, I can't wait to read The Merry Widows: Sarah. Michaels, your stories are the best!

4.0 out of 5 stars #2 - The Merry Widows - Catherine ???????, February 19, 2005

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M. Hartmann "abayyan" (Milan, Michigan United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Merry Widows: Catherine (Mills & Boon Historical) (Paperback)

Catherine Rose Hill, 22 and widowed from Louis Hill, was definitely not going to marry again. But she was sure missing her bed sport.

Suzanne was a friend of Catherines' and paid her to take in her brother, Greg, a money making mogul from New York, who was suffering from an ulcer.

Gregory Michael Mayfield III wanted peace and quiet and a chance to win his bet with his sister, Suzanne.

His first introduction with his widowed landlady was when she fell out of a tree at his feet and caused Lord Romeo to attack him. Lord Romeo, what a character!

Now what is going on with these two people who seemed to strike sparks off each other. She has no intentions of ever falling in love again and he has no desires for a wife. A mistress, maybe.

There is a lot of innuendo and flirty repartee, of taking two steps into danger and then backing off. But the two can't seem to keep their hands off each other.

Great characters - wonderfully told story but not enough action for me - too much is centered on these characters emotions to the point of no return - everything else is just a side line.
Easy, enjoyable reading just not enough outside tension.
No powerful masculine appeal and she seems to act like a flighty teenager. Ah well, author still writes a good story!
But ----- just something lacking.

The weakest story line of the three books.
Will Recommend as part of the set --M

5.0 out of 5 stars Splendid!!!, April 13, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Merry Widows ... Catherine (The Merry Widows) (Harlequin Historical Romance) (Paperback)

Will have you laughing out loud. Catherine and Greg just sparkle with love and laughter. A Very Definite KEEPER!