Robert's Lady [Paperback]

Nicole Byrd (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2000

Robert Manning returns home to England after fighting in the Napoleonic wars, only to find that his betrothed is now another man's wife. But when her besotted sister proposes, he accepts. All is well until a dangerous secret from his past is exposed, threatening their future as well as his very life.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A moving tale of love lost and love found." -- Romantic Times

"Nicole Byrd has created a masterpiece. . . perfect blend of mystery, suspense, and romance. . . one story you hate to see end." -- Romance Communications Review

"Very strong debut. . . a good setup. . . improved by good characterization. . . I'll be looking for Ms. Byrd's future releases." -- All About Romance

"Vivid. . . fully developed characters and a story set at a fast clip make Robert's Lady an enjoyable read." -- The Romance Reader

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Jove (May 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0515128538
• ISBN-13: 978-0515128536
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #988,056 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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50 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Regency fans will love this romance, April 23, 2000

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Harriet Klausner - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Robert's Lady (Paperback)

After residing in a horrid French prison for the last few years of the Napoleonic Wars, English nobleman Lord Robert Manning is finally home. Robert believes that his love for his precious Eleanor kept him alive during his time in the inhuman cell. His parents, sisters, and Eleanor's sibling Katryn are elated over Robert's homecoming. However, a shocked Robert learns that while everyone thought he was dead, Eleanor up and married Lord Whitmund and is now carrying his baby.

Though forlorn, Robert knows Eleanor must stay loyal to her spouse. However he also believes he needs a wife so that the estate is kept out of the hands of his abominable and avaricious cousin. Katryn plans on being that woman because she always loved Robert and prays one day he will love her even half as much as he cherishes her sister.

ROBERT'S LADY is more than a fabulous Regency romance. The exciting story line focuses on changing relationships due to the effect of war and its aftermath. The feelings of prisoners of war and family members seem real and heartwrenching. The exciting plot includes several interesting players struggling with the impact of a beloved person coming back into their lives after they have adjusted to his death. The romance between the lead charcaters adds to the relationship dilemma. Rising star Nicole Byrd shows much talent and scope as she provides readers of historical romance with a homecoming tale that could have occurred in any era beset by war.

Harriet Klausner

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great book!, May 27, 2000

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Kathy Emerson (Maine) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Robert's Lady (Paperback)

I couldn't put this one down. It's a great blend of historical romance and romantic suspense, with a neat little twist at the end. Fans of Amanda Quick's books will love it.

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Enough For Me, November 3, 2000

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izzyfree "izzyfree" (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Robert's Lady (Paperback)

Katryn married Robert, even when she knew Robert still loved her older sister, Eleanor. (Eleanor is married to this other guy) She thinks that she could win Robert's love and he'll forget about Eleanor when she's with him long enough.

Robert escaped from prison, because he was held captive during this war. He needed an heir, so he marries Katryn but something pops up from his past, which could destroy him and his family. And he journeys to the North, to look for this French lady that could help him.

Katryn joins Robert in his journey. During the journey Robert gets to know his wife better. They have problems and they solve it together and at nights, Robert is really passionate. Katryn even believes he's starting to love her. But is this true when they come face to face with Eleanor and what about Robert's past that could destroy him and his whole family?

I like "Robert's Lady", not because of the ending but more of the how part. Like how they ended up where they were and how everything ended. If Nicole Byrd, didn't have a good plot I think this would be boring because in a way, the ending is really predictable.