The Rogue and the Rival (Berkley Sensation) (Paperback)

by Maya Rodale (Author)
Key Phrases: aston house, absolute scoundrel, Lady Palmerston, Maya Rodale, Lady Katherine (more...)

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Product Description
If Lord Phillip were not in pain, he’d consider himself lucky to be in a hospital full of women, albeit nuns. His reputation has preceded him, but as he stays on, his thoughts of novitiate Angela Palmerston grow nobler—as her thoughts of him become less than holy…

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Berkley (November 4, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 042522452X
• ISBN-13: 978-0425224526
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #561,991 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Loved...Loved...Loved...the first half, December 1, 2008

By	R. Phillips (MS USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

When I began reading this book, I thought this was going to be the first true 5-star I've read in a while. The hero and heroine were introduced so well, but above all, the romance was so perfectly developed. The author took the time to allow the hero and heroine to get to know one another (and themselves) and to truly fall in love. Their thoughts were intelligent and clever and I was absolutely impressed.

And then came their separation...and it just seemed like a bit of a different book for me then because the heroine seemed different. I think it was because of the conflict that was put in there. The heroine frustrated me and I didn't understand why she didn't understand that the hero had been trying to protect her and had no choice in what happened. I wanted to knock her on the head a couple of times. As the story progressed, I thought, "Why don't you just get a leash and jerk this guy around a little more so he can prove himself to you?" Thank goodness we saw the hero find his spine again and remain a lovable character at the same time.

I also wasn't sure that the development of Lord Frost's character was consistent...I think he should have been evil and disturbed or confused and heartbroken, but not a combination because in my mind it just didn't seem to fit - that could very well be a point, however, that is perceived quite differently by others.

Also, the way everything with the women turned out was almost too convenient. The hero had changed, the reader understood that, and if he actually, truly used a girl in the past, I think the reader would forgive him.

In spite of my annoyances, this was a very good book and a worthwhile read. I read the predecessor to this book and I believe this author is very talented and I will definitely continue reading her stories.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A kiss is not just a kiss..., November 14, 2008

By	B. from Boston "Bernadette E." (Boston) - See all my reviews

When I turned the last page of The Heir and the Spare, I bid good riddance to Philip Kensington - he got what he had coming to him, vile and spiteful as he was. I was stunned to learn on mayarodale.com that he would return as a hero in The Rogue and the Rival! Maya Rodale delivered a brilliantly written and very clever story in which Philip not only redeemed himself, he proved most deserving of love. Like The Heir and the Spare, The Rogue and the Rival has intriguing, smart characters with exciting story twists and is even richer, more vivid and complex. Maya's description of what a man should know about how a woman should be kissed was so incredibly insightful, I read the passage to my husband and was rewarded with a lovely kiss of my own! (that would be page 77 readers.)

It was fun revisiting The Heir and the Spare characters, like Lady Palmerston, and finding the scattering of references to The Darcy Darlington novelette - well done! With winter on it's way, The Rogue and the Rival is the perfect complement to a rainy or snowy day with a soft, downy blanket and a nice cup of tea (English tea of course!)

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Curl up and fall in love!, November 25, 2008

By	Shelbs (PA, USA) - See all my reviews

This 2nd romance of Ms. Rodale's is a remarkable followup to The Heir and the Spare. This book kept me intrigued and constantly wondering what could possibly happen next. Everytime you settle into the story a gripping turn occurs. I have read other romances and none draw you in as the story and writing style of Ms. Rodale's.

This is the book all Girlfriends need to share with each other and pass to a friend with a nice bottle of wine!