147 used & new from $0.01
See All Buying Options
Have one to sell? Sell yours here
 
 
Touch of Night
 
 
Share your own customer images
Search inside this book
Tell the Publisher!
I’d like to read this book on Kindle

Don’t have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here.
 
  

Touch of Night (Mass Market Paperback)

~ (Author) "Dark night..." (more)
Key Phrases: Miss Linley, Lady Eunice, Mister Seymour (more...)
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

Available from these sellers.


18 new from $2.48 129 used from $0.01

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

Touch of Passion

Touch of Passion

by Susan Spencer Paul
4.8 out of 5 stars (5) 
Touch of Desire

Touch of Desire

by Susan Spencer Paul
4.3 out of 5 stars (6) 
Prisoner Bride (Baldwin Brides) (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 587)

Prisoner Bride (Baldwin Brides) (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 587)

by Susan Spencer Paul
4.7 out of 5 stars (3) 
The Stolen Bride (Baldwin Brides) (Harlequin Historical, No. 535)

The Stolen Bride (Baldwin Brides) (Harlequin Historical, No. 535)

by Susan Spencer Paul
5.0 out of 5 stars (3) 
Captive Bride (Harlequin Historical Series)

Captive Bride (Harlequin Historical Series)

by Susan Spencer Paul
4.0 out of 5 stars (2) 
› Explore similar items

Editorial Reviews

Review

4-1/2 Kisses! Delightful romance at its best. This fabulous magical tale is a must read! -- Romance Divas

4-1/2 Stars Top Pick! Entrancing blend of magic and romance. A must for fans of Susan Carroll and Katherine Kingsley. -- Romantic Times Magazine

Fans of both the paranormal and Regency genre won't be able to resist this new series. -- The Rakehell

Touch of Night includes everything this reviewer craves. This story blends magic, fantasy and romance into one extraordinary tale. -- Fallen Angels Reviews

Touch of Night is a wonderful first installment of what will surely be an engaging new paranormal series. -- Book Loons


Product Description

The Seymour family is one of the oldest and most respected families in England. However, what no one knows is that this family is also magically inclined and it's a secret they intend to keep. Niclas Seymour can sense the thoughts and emotions of others. It was only years ago that he became indirectly responsible for his best friend's death when he told him that his wife was cheating on him and he killed himself. And the law of the magical families is that if blood is shed by magic done then the offender is placed under a blood curse. Niclas has not known true sleep in three years and it is slowly driving him mad. He will do anything to lift the curse and finally be free of it. The only way that can happen is if he does a great deed for a member of his best friend's family. Such an opportunity has eluded him thus far. Then a Miss Julia Linley, also from one of the most respected families--and a distant relative of his friend---needs aide in rescuing her aunt from Niclas' uncle. It seems the man is set on marrying her aunt against her wishes. Not a great deed, but Niclas will take up this challenge on her behalf. What he does not expect when he meets Julia is that just her touch alone has the ability to drown out the voices. He craves her soothing touch, not only for the relief it brings, but for the passion she arouses in him. However, as they travel, an old nemesis appears threatening to expose Niclas and the whole magical society throughout England. And if Julia discovers his dark secrets will he lose her forever?
See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks (August 2, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0312933878
  • ISBN-13: 978-0312933876
  • Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.2 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,066,867 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

    •  Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?

More About the Author

Susan Spencer Paul
Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

› Visit Amazon's Susan Spencer Paul Page
Front Cover | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
Search Inside This Book:
Inside This Book (learn more)
First Sentence:
Dark night. Read the first page
Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Miss Linley, Lady Eunice, Mister Seymour, Lord Graymar, Niclas Seymour, Lady Alice, Julia Linley, Susan Spencer Paul, Glen Aur, Dewin Mawr, Earl Graymar, Castle Tylluan, Baron Tylluan, Castle Llew, Mister Larter, Morcar Cadmaran, Touch of Night, Ffinian Seymour, Glain Tarran, Kian Seymour, Alexander Larter, Blue Hind, Earl Llew, Linley House, Miss Jane
New!
Books on Related Topics | Concordance | Text Stats
Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
Search Inside This Book:
Citations (learn more)
This book cites 1 book:
 
2 books cite this book:

Books on Related Topics (learn more)
 
 

What Do Customers Ultimately Buy After Viewing This Item?

Touch of Night
54% buy the item featured on this page:
Touch of Night 3.8 out of 5 stars (16)
Touch of Desire
18% buy
Touch of Desire 4.3 out of 5 stars (6)
Touch of Passion
17% buy
Touch of Passion 4.8 out of 5 stars (5)
Prisoner Bride (Baldwin Brides) (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 587)
6% buy
Prisoner Bride (Baldwin Brides) (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 587) 4.7 out of 5 stars (3)
Explore similar items

Tags Customers Associate with This Product

 (What's this?)
Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
 
(3)
(2)
(2)
(1)
(1)
Agree with these tags?

Your tags: Add your first tag
 
See most popular tags

Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store

If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store. Learn more
 

Customer Reviews

16 Reviews
5 star:
 (8)
4 star:
 (3)
3 star:
 (1)
2 star:
 (2)
1 star:
 (2)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
3.8 out of 5 stars (16 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews

 
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Good stuff, July 21, 2006
Please, please, if you are a fan of the paranormal romance, read this book. I usually don't read authors that I am unfamiliar with, but I took a chance on this one and I was so pleasantly surprised. This book introduces a wonderful family of sorcerers who are trying to survive in English society without the rest of the world finding out what they are.
Niclas and Julia are amazing in this book. Niclas has been cursed and cannot find rest until he finds a way to undo the harm that he inflicted with his magic. He is restrained and a true gentleman. Julia is a beautiful, sweet woman who has convinced herself that she will never marry. You also find out that she has secretly loved Niclas from afar for a very long time.
Watching them find their love for each other and getting introduced to the other family members is an absolute joy. There were wonderful characters and they just came alive for me as I was reading this book. The villain of the piece is also fascinating, and I confess, probably my favorite character. I do so love the dangerous men! You will not waste money buying this book. Please keep in mind though that this is a historical paranormal romance; those looking for erotica should look elsewhere. This is a really sweet love story and should be appreciated as such.
Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)



 
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Romantic and Magical, September 20, 2005
Niclas Seymour used to be the most sought after man in the ton. Distinguished, courtly and charming is how all the ladies described him. Three years ago that all changed. What society didn't know was that Niclas is part of a group of families who posses magical abilities. Each individual's talent varies but Niclas' talent was feeling the emotion and hearing the thoughts of others. This was never a burden until he was placed under a blood curse. Niclas, with good intentions, interfered in a non-magic's life and when Andrew Payne took his life as a result, the guardians punished Niclas. For three years he hasn't been able to sleep and is now weary beyond measure. The mental exhaustion has played havoc with the control of his powers so much so that Niclas has withdrawn from the public. At the end of his rope, Niclas will do anything to lift the curse anyway he can. When he learns his cousin, Malachi, is escorting Julia Linley to their uncle's place in Wales, Niclas asks to take his place. Julia is a very distant relative of Andrew and this could be his opportunity to make amends for his part in Andrew's death. If he can aid Julia in someway, the guardians might remove the curse or he will slowly go insane.

When he meets Julia, he's stunned by her beauty and her ability to calm the rioting emotion in his mind. With just a touch, Julia quiets the invading emotions and thoughts of everyone around him, giving Niclas respite for the first time in years. Combined with her generous nature, he is hard pressed to resist her allure. All his day dreams of a future with her are just that if he can't find a way to break the cursed spell.

Reality melds with magic to create a wonderful historical tale in Touch of Night! Julia has had feelings for Niclas for years now and mourned his disappearance from society. Despite his haggard visage, Julia still sees the man he was and longs to ease the torment in his eyes. From page one, you'll sympathize with Niclas' plight to stop the encroaching madness. As if lifting the curse wasn't enough of an adventure or Niclas' and Julia's sweet romance, Morcar Cadmaran wants to challenge Malachi as ruler of the Families. To gain his attention, the powerful wizard has no qualms about putting Julia and Niclas in danger. These two must find a way to be together against all odds. Not disapproving families, magic, Morcar's evil, or blood curses can stop true love. Susan Spencer Paul's Touch of Night is a romantic and magical story that proves once again what an accomplished writer this creative author is!

Furthermore, Niclas' cousin, Kian, has a fascinating relationship to a non-magic woman, Loris, that will no doubt be just as equally enthralling an adventure and can't be released soon enough!

Tracy for ReaderToReader.com
Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)



 
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Engrossing regency fantasy, August 17, 2005
By Woodbuckley (Australia) - See all my reviews
Fantasy set in the Regency era seems to be becoming more popular, especially with the surprise bestseller "Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell". It's a nice positive to the dreaded cut-backs taking place in the Regency genre.
This very charming addition is nothing like the Clarke fantasy, being a far lighter, but not less enjoyable, view of the Regency world through a magical glass.
Niclas Seymour is a lesser magician member of the ancient magical Seymour family. The Seymours have dwelt in Wales for many centuries and worked hard to establish themselves as powerful in the land through the march of English history, while keeping their magic secret from mortal society.
When we meet Niclas, he is nearly at the end of his tether, having been placed under a 'blood curse' by his actions regarding a friend. Thus for years he has been unable to sleep or find any rest. For him this is particularly nasty, as he has the gift of reading thoughts and so he is continually bombarded by the minds of ordinary people.
In despair he meets his cousin, Malachai, Lord Graymar, head of the family and the most powerful wizard in Europe and asks for his help regarding a plan. To pay the 'blood' debt his proposes to help Julia Linley, cousin to the man whose blood brought down the curse. Julia is being sent by her family to wrench her Aunt from the clutches of Seymour black sheep Ffinian in Wales.
His lost reputation as a Corinthian and eligible gentleman are against him, but he somehow manages to convince Julia's society aunt to act as escort.
Julia is in turmoil, as she has been hopelessly in love with Niclas for years, since her disastrous debut when she was an antidote. Now, however, he instantly notices her and is very interested and not just for her beauty. She has a surprising effect on him, he cannot read her thoughts and when she touches him the thoughts of others are calmed. He feels as peace.
They set out for Wales and find their way through unexpected dangers posed by a powerful wizard enemy of the family.
Both Niclas and Julia are attractive protaganists. Great to have a magically minded gentleman, not continually in rut or tortured to screaming point by his angst. Niclas is tortured, but he doesn't wallow.
The magic is well blended into the real world - done convincingly, believably.
The story carries the reader along and sexual tension is there, without taking over the tale.
An engrossing read and there's more to come soon. I'll be waiting.
Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)


Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
 
 
 
Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A Read With Emotion and Heart!
Niclas Seymour is a descendent of an ancient Welsh clan. He has the magical ability to hear people's thoughts and feel their emotions. It's both a blessing and a curse. Read more
Published on February 8, 2007 by Kristi Ahlers

5.0 out of 5 stars A Delightful Magical and Enchanting Story
Susan Spencer Paul has always had the ability to entertain and with her newest series featuring the magical mortals of the Seymour family she has created a world that will enchant... Read more
Published on January 11, 2007 by M. Rondeau

2.0 out of 5 stars ....at Least it introduced Kian & Mordachi
First off, there is Absolutely NO Making Love. I am a Grown Woman and I read all books, when I read a RoMANce book, I want a hot man pursuing a strong woman and then some... Read more
Published on August 4, 2006 by Jacqueline M. Raines

2.0 out of 5 stars I'll be diplomatic
I will be diplomatic about this book as it appears there is a huge division between the lovers and the haters of it. Read more
Published on March 11, 2006 by M. DETWILER

4.0 out of 5 stars Not everyone enjoys the same books!
I happend to enjoy this book and have been waiting for the next one. I enjoy a book that takes me away from everyday life, I enjoy Christine Feehan and also, Sherilynn Kenyon,... Read more
Published on February 25, 2006 by K.Hill

1.0 out of 5 stars Terrible Book
This was a bad book. After reading all the reviews and laughing, I agree with the accessment that it was poorly written, the characters were pointless and the dialogue was... Read more
Published on February 15, 2006 by Avid Reader

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous Story from beginning to end - you won't put it down!
Awesome! I was waiting anxiously for Susan Spencer Paul's next tale and thrilled when it was finally on the bookshelves! Read more
Published on January 16, 2006 by Rae Thompson

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book!
Niclas Seymour, a Regency Era magical being, can read people's feelings and emotions -- except for those of Miss Julia Linley. Why? Read more
Published on November 23, 2005 by Barbara Wood

1.0 out of 5 stars Would that I could give it ZERO Stars
I agree with the reviewer who referred to Touch of Night as "Gag, Puke, Hurl" and would have traded a day off of her/his life not to have read it. Read more
Published on November 15, 2005 by Reader

4.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Loved It!
And can't wait to read more. I loved the fact that the characters were so straight forward about their feelings for each other as well as possessing a kindness that encompassed... Read more
Published on October 23, 2005 by S. Lewis

Only search this product's reviews


Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   

Product Information from the Amapedia Community

Beta (What's this?)

Look for Similar Items by Category

Look for Similar Items by Subject

Search Books by subject:


















i.e., each book must be in subject 1 AND subject 2 AND ...
 

Feedback

If you need help or have a question for Customer Service, contact us.
 Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
Is there any other feedback you would like to provide?

Your comments can help make our site better for everyone.



Your Recent History

 (What's this?)

After viewing product detail pages or search results, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in.