Silver Hearts (Harlequin Historical) [Paperback]

Jackie Manning (Author)

Book Description

Series: Harlequin Historical | Publication Date: February 1, 1999

Luke Savage Was Not A Marryin' Man.

The funny thing was—Noelle Bellencourt just happened to come from a long line of folks with tricks up their sleeves. Certainly there was more to this Eastern miss than met the eye, for he suspected she had the power to transform his wandering ways!

Noelle Bellencourt had come West to find family and fulfillment—and instead found herself stranded in the desert, arguing at riflepoint with Luke Savage. But could this mysterious stranger truly be the one to make all her troubles disappear?

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

While en-route to Crooked Creek to deliver equipment and props to her uncle that her late father used in his magic act, a broken wagon wheel sends Noelle Bellencourt's driver for help, leaving her alone. A day later her life changes forever when former doctor turned gambler, Luke Savage, comes to her rescue. Sparks of friction and desire begin instantaneously and continue on the trip to town. Once there, Noelle learns that her Uncle Marcel, otherwise known as Blackjack, was Luke's erstwhile and supposedly crooked business partner, and has apparently drowned and left her the Silver Hearts Saloon. Luke and Noelle are business partners, but can they be more? It seems impossible as they are fundamentally at odds about some things, yet they do compromise and Luke is sure of one thing: he wants Noelle. But is he the best man for her? Noelle realizes she is in love with Luke, but he has made his position perfectly clear - he's not the marrying kind. When Indians who misunderstand her magic trick kidnap Noelle, Luke is the only man for her! Can this gambling man beat the odds and save the life of an Indian brave and win Noelle's heart? I'd put this book in the 'to be read' pile. For me, it was so-so because neither Noelle nor Luke had any real conflict that was going to change their lives. It didn't matter if Luke proved Blackjack was dead or still alive - it didn't really have an impact on the plot or the characters since he came so late into the storyline. And I found Noelle shallow, though perhaps you may not.Gloria Miller -- Copyright © 1999 Literary Times, Inc. All rights reserved -- From Literary Times

Product Details

• Paperback: 296 pages
• Publisher: Harlequin; First Edition edition (February 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373290543
• ISBN-13: 978-0373290543
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,169,777 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You don't know Jackie if you miss this great romance novel, December 19, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Silver Hearts (Harlequin Historical) (Paperback)

In 1867 on the trail outside of Crooked Creek, Colorado, New Yorker Noelle Bellencourt's covered wagon loses its back wheel. Her guide Mr. Douglas leaves her to find some help. However, instead of his returning to her, Luke Savage arrives on the scene. He explains to Noelle that he found Douglas dead, an apparent victim of a heart attack. He also tells her that they need to instantly leave because Indians are nearby.

Luke is in a rush to get to Crooked Creek to stop his

former gambling partner Blackjack from absconding with their funds. She refuses to move, insisting he fix her wagon so that she can bring her deceased father's magic act paraphernalia to her uncle Marcel, allegedly a wealthy silver mine owner. He soon finds himself embroiled in a squabble with her before he finally accedes to her wishes. To his chagrin, Luke cannot understand how he can be attracted so quickly to an obstinate Easterner after his fiasco with a former fiancée when he lived in Philadelphia. Noelle wonders why she desires this obvious rascal. However, neither one is prepared for the surprises that await them when finally arrive in town.

Jackie Manning is a master at providing her audience with a superb reading experience and her latest novel, SILVER HEARTS, will enhance that deserved reputation. The western romance is witty and amusing due to the interactions of the lead characters, a couple readers will adopt. The sub-genre has never has been in better hands than that of the magnificent Ms. Manning.

Harriet Klausner