Customer Reviews

The Phantom Lover

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This was the first book of Elizabeth Mansfield's I read. As a self-proclaimed Georgette Heyer snob, I thought no one could write as vividly about the Regency period as she could. I was wrong, and I'm glad! Elizabeth Mansfield has a truth about her characters - so much truth, you want to invite them to tea! I read and re-read all of her books because it's like visiting old friends!

I bought this book after reading a couple of Elisabeth Mansfield books. I was kind of "turned off" by the title at first, thinking this was going to be some sort of sappy ghost story. It turned out to be more light-hearted than some Mansfield stories, in that there was a lot of humor--I particularly loved the funny dialogues between the heroine and the "phantom." But, it was also serious in the way it addressed the issue of how having a physical disability can affect the way a person views themselves and how others view them. This was a funny, sweet, and touching book. I loved it and it will definitely be on my "keeper" shelf. By the way, if you are looking for a "sensual read," don't look here. This book is so "clean" you could let anyone you know borrow it without blushing, yet there is no doubt about the potent physical attraction between the main characters. To top it all off, the hero and heroine not only love each other, but they have fun personalities and appreciate each others sense of humor. Great feisty heroine and tender hero! Highly recommended!

this is one of my favorite books of all time ...the emotions are so real and its nice to see a book where the guy is so sweet ....a great read ...

I have to agree with all the other 5 star reviews this book was everything they said and then some. I laughed a bunch, cried a bit, was angry, happy, sad but it all worked out in the end and I loved it. Best part was I able to find and downloaded it for free. Yippie!!!! Happy Reading, Enjoy

How a spiritful girl achieves to laugh out blue devils from a fine young lord who lost a leg in the Peninsular war

I really like Mansfield's books. I loved the characters in this book with "Harry's" wooden leg and his shame about it and "Artie's" head strong manner. It was a different approach than a lot of regencies. I would definately recommend reading this book.