An Unmistakable Rogue [Paperback]

Annette Blair (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2003

An English woman desperate to claim her dead husband's inheritance finds herself tempted by the charms of a handsome rogue who insists that he is the heir to the fortune she seeks.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An Unmistakable Rogue brings to mind the best of Teresa Medeiros or Loretta Chase: Funny, passionate, exquisitely lyrical." -- Eloisa James, Fool for Love

"An innovative mix of family frolic and period gothic ... fast-paced romance ... plenty of sexual tension. Wonderful." -- Romantic Times Book Club Magazine

"Humorous ... emotional ... delectable." -- Reader to Reader

"What this story is filled with is love." -- Romance & Friends

"Wonderfully written ... captivating ... engrossing ... masterful." -- Scribes World

From the Inside Flap

As though she were floating above the room and looking down at them, Chastity knew suddenly, and with clear certainty, that she loved Reed Gilbride with all her heart.

He placed his hands at her waist and stepped near enough for her to inhale his scent, earth and man, fresh and clean. Intoxicating. Body to body they stood, their contours flowing toward and away from each other, as if she were made for him.

Did he sense it too?

Life, the wonder of it, new and fresh, filled her with a physical thrumming. Within her, yes, but without as well. She stepped the merest bit closer. "I missed you."

Reed groaned, swooped, and opened his mouth over hers, his kiss deep and hard, nearly desperate.

Lord, if he did not touch her soon, she would perish.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Zebra (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0821774689
• ISBN-13: 978-0821774687
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #855,599 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dear Reader,

I finally became a full time writer in 2006 after retiring from my job as a Development Director. I didn't always know I wanted to be a writer, but I discovered Jane Eyre soon after I got my first library card. I was eleven and put a romantic spin on every story I read. I wrote romances about friends and their boyfriends. Racy stuff for which my friends' mother's did not thank me. I could title that time in my life 'THE FIRST TIME A GOODY TWO SHOES GETS IN TROUBLE-YAY!" When my children were young, I jotted plot ideas on corners of envelopes, recipe cards, and such, and threw them in my nightstand.

After discussing a romance novel with my high-school aged daughter, she challenged me to write a romance of my own. That day, I sorted through my plot ideas, picked one, and started. I didn't know what I was doing, but I had a good time. I made my first sale in 1998. I have since moved from Regency England and settled in twenty-first century Salem, Massachusetts; Newport, Rhode Island; Mystic, Connecticut; with mysteries and romances and a host of sassy, sexy witches who tantalize and torment the men in their lives. Hopefully those same characters will sprinkle some magic dust and get a laugh or three out of you.

I have recently seen the re-release of JACOB'S RETURN and BUTTERFLY GARDEN, both Amish Historicals set in Pensylvania & Ohio. Recently, my 4th Vintage Magic, a paranormal cozy mystery series, set in Mystic Connecticut, SKIRTING THE GRAVE followed the release of VAMPIRE DRAGON my 3rd Works Like Magick Novel set in Salem MA.

I'm currently working on my 6th Vintage Magic Mystery, OPERATION PETTICOAT, and the 1st SISTERS OF SPIRIT Anthology both due out next year (2012) along with CLOAKED IN MALICE, my 5th paranormal cozy mystery. Meanwhile, watch Kindle for a new series of magical books in the months to come.

Some of my favorite authors are: Ruth Cardello, Hannah Howell, Nora Roberts, Janet Evanovich, Linda Wisdom & Madelyn Alt.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I thought this book would NEVER get released! YES!, September 24, 2003

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Detra Fitch (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: An Unmistakable Rogue (Paperback)

Married and then suddenly widowed, Chastity Somers intended to claim her bridegroom's inheritance as the long-lost St. Yves, Earl of Barrington, heir. She planned to use the estate, Sunnyledge, to run a children's home. She "rescued" her husband's four relatives (3 nephews and 1 niece) from a workhouse prison and dashed off to see the estate's solicitor, Mr. Sonnett. She must wait three months to claim the estate. If the other heir did not show up with proof of his identity by then, the estate would belong to Chastity!

Reed Gilbride believed himself to be the other long-lost heir. He believed the proof he needed was somewhere within Sunnyledge. With only a short time to locate proof he became the caretaker. The instant he found what he needed, the tempting lady and her brigand-brats would leave! But even though Reed went looking for his heritage, he never expected that he would find salvation!

***** As usual, Annette Blair has written an intense romance that will leave her readers begging for more! The villainess is one that is obviously insane and extremely wicked. I loved to hate the character, which proves the author's wonderful talent! The children and their antics kept me laughing while they easily melted Reed's icy heart.

I cannot recommend this book highly enough. Excellent! *****

Reviewed by Detra Fitch.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's sexy, funny, heart-warming. Awesome!, October 29, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: An Unmistakable Rogue (Paperback)

Like the rest of Annette Blair's rogues, Reed Gilbride has the devil in his eyes. He's had enough of war and fighting and wants solitude and peace. And he wants to know who he is. He goes searching for the proof of his birth, but what does he find but children, of all things, chaos, and Chastity Somers, an exasperating woman who's trying to claim, what might very well be HIS birthright, for her childrens' home.

To be able to stay and search Sunnyledge, Reed takes the job as caretaker and bargains his way into searching with Chastity. If he finds proof that he's the heir, she has to take the children & leave. If he doesn't find proof, he has to go. Despite Reed's most determined efforts, the mismatched band becomes something of a family. The children crack the ice around his heart and with Chastity, they step right in and fill the empty places.

Ms Blair has a way with words. She can make you laugh and cry, hope and fear, but in the end, you'll feel only joy, and maybe a little disappointment that the story is over. Just savor it for a while, then read it again. I know I will.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MyShelf.com Book Review, March 7, 2004

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Suzie Housley (Oak Ridge, Tn United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: An Unmistakable Rogue (Paperback)

Chasity Somers is married and widowed within three days. Picking up the pieces of her broken heart, she rescues her late husband's young cousins from a workhouse. She is determined to start her own orphanage by accepting her husband's inheritance in Sunnyledge. She didn't anticipate anything would stand in her way of providing a home for her charges. Then unexpectedly Reed Gilbride shows up, claiming that he is the lost heir of Sunnyledge.

Reed Gilbride had never known the love of his real parents, having been raised by a couple who were not related and who never let him forget it. When he receives word that he's the missing heir to Sunnyledge, it intrigues him to find a piece of his lost heritage. He is surprised to find a houseful of children and one beautifu,l strong-willed woman who claims she is the rightful owner. He has three months to prove her wrong. Who will win out in the end, and at what cost?

Annette Blair is one of my all time favorite authors. Her writing skill is in a league all by itself. An Unmistakable Rogue is the third book in one of the best series I've read in a decade. This series is a definite must have for any historical romance fan who crave a book that leaves a lasting impression. Very Highly Recommend.