The Christmas Box Collection: The Christmas Box Timepiece The Letter

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"Whatever the reason, I find that with each passing Christmas the story of the Christmas box is told less and needed more. So I record it now for all future generations to accept or dismiss as seems to them good. As for me, I believe." So begins the sentimental tale of romance and family that Richard Paul Evans went to a copy shop and self-published a few years back. Readers decidedly accepted the saga, spending millions of dollars and clamoring for more, so Evans wrote two more heart-rending episodes, Timepiece and The Letter. (The original's megasuccess sparked a TV movie and inspired a parody, Revenge of the Christmas Box.)

At last, all three are collected in one of the most popular holiday-themed tearjerkers since Dickens. Can David Parkin, a hard-working man, learn from a cache of old love letters that there's more to life than work--such as his relationship with his wife, MaryAnne? What becomes of the Parkins' angelic daughter, Andrea? When a bent and bereft old lady is spotted crouching over a snowy grave, and the night watchman tells her the cemetery is closed, what can it mean that she mysteriously disappears, leaving behind one red rose and a letter? Could it have something to do with calamitous family tragedy, with David's mother and the key to healing his hardened heart?

It sure could. Scrooge-like critics did not swoon over Evans's trilogy, but they are quite outnumbered by fans. Evans made millions of readers feel touched, as if by an angel.

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Richard Paul Evans' #1 New York Times bestseller The Christmas Box has become a holiday classic, a tale so touching that it continues to "tug families' heartstrings" (USA Today). His exquisite prequel, Timepiece, and The Letter completed the glorious trilogy of the Parkin family. Now all three magical stories are compiled in one extraordinary treasury that -reaches into that place where all broken hearts will forever be made whole" (The Star, Chicago).

The Christmas Box

A Christmas story unlike any other, The Christmas Box is the poignant tale of a widow and the young family who moves in with her. Together, they discover the first gift of Christmas -- and what the holiday is really all about.

Timepiece

Tracing the lives of a young couple as they discover love, loyalty, and the power of forgiveness, Timepiece is a tale of wisdom and of hope -- and a gentle reminder that the connections from one generation to the next are indelible.

The Letter

A mysterious letter is found at the grave of a couple's only child in this unforgettable conclusion to the collection. As they face love's greatest challenge, they find its truest meaning and learn the lessons that are echoed throughout.

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The Christmas Box Collection: The Christmas Box Timepiece The Letter.......2007-05-07

Wonderful story!! Great for all ages. I would highly recommend!!

Christmas Box Book.......2007-01-31

I was satisfied with my purchase. It arrived on time and it arrived in good condition.

Wonderful collection.......2007-01-10

I had read both the Christmas Box, and Timepeice before but wanted to read the Letter. This was an exceptional value so I bought the set. I loved the letter most of all. If you like Nick Sparks you will love Richard Paul Evans. His other books Looking Glass, and Carosel are great too.

Awesome book .......2006-11-17

This is a book that you can read over and over. I would recommend it to anyone.

The Christmas Box Collection: The Christmas Box ,Timepiece, The Letter.......2006-01-22

This is a great gift with wonderful stories!

The Christmas Box Collection: The Christmas Box, Timepiece, and the Letter

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The Christmas Box Collection: The Christmas Box, Timepiece, and the Letter
Richard Paul Evans
Manufacturer: Pocket Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OB0NN4

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Setting: Regency England
Sensuality: 8

Governess Honoria Wetherby is determined not to marry; she plans to have adventures among the Egyptian pyramids in lieu of wedding a controlling husband. But even the best-laid plans can run afoul of luck and outrageous fortune, as is fatefully proven one stormy evening when Honoria happens upon a dying young man in the woods. After passing the night in a cottage alone with the corpse and his cousin, the rakish and very much alive Devil Cynster, it's decided--by the handsome rake--that Honoria has been compromised by the unchaperoned evening and the only remedy is to marry. Despite her flat refusal, Devil is determined to have the beautiful and feisty governess; his family is overjoyed that he's finally planning to marry. But Devil definitely has his work cut out for him as he attempts to convince Honoria to wed him and forego her plans for adventure. Luring Honoria to the altar is further complicated when she insists upon aiding him in the search for his cousin's killer. Which will Devil accomplish first: seducing Honoria or unveiling a murderer? Or will Honoria foil the first plan and solve the second before Devil can?

Devil's Bride is the first of several novels by Laurens that feature the members of the noble Cynster family in Regency England. The larger-than-life hero is bold, brave, daring, and determined and meets his perfect match in the heroine, who is plucky, intelligent, practical, and wise. Lush sensuality, deft plotting, and charming secondary characters make this novel a stellar beginning for the Bar Cynster series. --Lois Faye Dyer

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When Devil, the most infamous member of the Cynster family, is caught in a compromising position with plucky governess Honoria Wetherby, he astonishes the entire town by offering his hand in marriage. No one dreamed this scandalous rake would ever take a bride. And as society mamas swooned at the loss of England's most eligible bachelor, Devil's infamous Cynster cousins began to place wagers on the wedding date.

But Honoria wasn't about to bend society's demands and marry a man "just" because they'd been found together virtually unchaperoned. No, she craved adventure, and while solving the murder of a young Cynster cousin fit the bill for a while, she decided that once the crime was solved she'd go off to see the world. But the scalding heat of her unsated desire for Devil soon had Honoria craving a very different sort of excitement. Could her passion for Devil cause her to embrace the enchanting peril of a lifelong adventure of the heart?

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To Have...When Devil, the most infamous member of the Cynster family, is caught in a compromising position with plucky governess Honoria Wetherby, he astonishes the entire tom by offering his hand in marriage. No one dreamed this scandalous rake would ever take a bride. And as society mamas swooned at the loss of England's most eligible bachelor, Devil's infamous Cynster cousins began to place wagers on the wedding date....And To Hold..But Honoria wasn't about to bend society's demands and marry a man just because they'd been found together virtually unchaperoned. No, she craved adventure, and while solving the murder of a young Cynster cousin fit he ill for a while, she decided that once the crime was solved she'd go off to see the world. But the scalding heat of her unsated desire for Devil soon had Honoria craving a very different sort of excitement. Could her passion for Devil cause her to embrace the enchanting peril of a lifelong adventure of the heart?

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Start off with the best.......2007-03-08

This is the first novel in the Cynster series and it is truly wonderful. The hero is tall, dark, handsome and the perfect blend of protective, stubborn, fiery lover. The same could be said of the heroine. The mystery subplot is good, but not as good as some of Ms. Laurens' other books as I thought it was pretty obvious who the murder was. Regardless, if you're looking for something light and easy to read with a bit of romance, this is a sure bet.

Laurens thrills with history laced with mystery.......2006-11-10

A well-crafted foray into historical romance with a murder mystery to spice up the interactions. Honoria Prudence, the heroine, carried a sadness from her childhood into her adult years. Top that off with a true streak of independence and longing for adventure and you have an intriguing love interest for a duke who had no idea he was ready for life-changing romance.

I love this book.......2006-10-12

This is the first of Stephnie Lauren's Cynster series and possiblly the best. The characters are well developed and endearing, the plot imaginative and the bedroom scenes appropirately steamy. I must confess to having read this one several times. If you like humor, regency romances and intelligent and passionate heroes and heroines, this one is for you.

Temptingly close, but.............2006-04-28

My rule of thumb is to only write reviews on books I either really love or really hate. I figured no one would want to read a luke-warm review on a book that the reviewer is clearly luke-warm about. So it's with this caveat that I write a review about a book I was pretty ambivalent about.

What I like about this book: I am such a sucker for a book whose plot thrusts hero and heroine into a compromising situation that forces them to be together. And if the guy falls in love first, as it so rarely occurs and does so in this book, then all the better. I also loved the raw, sexual tension between Honoria, the beautiful, sensible heroine and Devil, the rugged, alpha hero. I really liked the camaraderie between Devil and his male cousins, and I especially liked the author's subtle hints that it's the Cynster women, not the males, who are the bosses of the brood. The suspensefilled, subplot was promising at first, but more on that below...

What I didn't like: The subplot which was to be the catalyst for the main plot ended up overwhelming the novel and wasn't so mysterious after all. I figured out who the bad guy was pretty much from his first introduction into the story. It was that obvious. Each time the topic of the "mysterious" murderer came up, I was tempted to skim whole pages at a time. The subplot also detracted from the main one as if the author couldn't figure out which one to focus on. If the book had focused more on the main plot i.e. the main characters' internal conflict, it would have been far more enjoyable. When the murderer revealed his dastardly plan, I was extremely confused. I thought the law of primogenitor dictated entailed inheritances??? I found the nicknames of the various cousins interesting, but would have liked more of a background into how they each earned their names. I didn't like this book enough to read the whole series to find out, so oh well. Some of the male cousins' nicknames were synonymous with each other and I wondered if it was because they were all interchangeable, cookie-cutter paragons of each other. Even Honoria's brother's personality was indistinguishable from the poorly developed characters of the secondary Cynster males in the book.

Because I liked the main characters and the promising main plot so much, I really wanted to give this book 5 stars. But this book's ending really didn't live up to it's earlier promise. I kept vascillating between rating it 3 or 4 stars, and in the end I relented with 3. I was so disappointed, I left this book in a hotel bedside table drawer rather than lug it back home with me.

Bored all the way through.......2006-04-16

Yes, like many people I have a compulsion: I must finish books I start. I also love families in historical romances. This was a huge family of hunky men, so I thought I had to give it a chance. Big mistake. The writing is not as good as many other writers and there are tons of love scenes and little other substance to the book. I was just not entertained, but I still read 4 more of her books hoping that she just wrote a few bad ones at the start. Well, guess what they all stink. The characters are dull, the plot boring and the writing makes it all the more painfull. Save yourself some time and don't read this book.

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Think thrilling, licentious thoughts.
Engaging plotting, heart-felt romance, vivid settings
My second favorite book in the Knight series
Devil takes a bride...a Triumph!
Another great one by Mrs. Foley

Devil Takes a Bride
Gaelen Foley
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ASIN: 0804119759
Release Date: 2004-04-27

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Celebrated storyteller Gaelen Foley brings her craft to new heights with Devil Takes a Bride, the seductive tale of a man bent on revenge and the beauty who teaches him to love again. . . .

In the quiet English countryside, far from the intrigues of London, Lizzie Carlisle slowly mends her broken heart, devoting herself to her new position as lady’s companion to the Dowager Viscountess Strathmore— until her peaceful life is turned upside down by a visit from “Devil” Strathmore, the old woman’s untamed nephew—a dangerously handsome man whose wicked reputation hides a tortured soul.

Devlin Kimball, Lord Strathmore, has spent years adventuring on the high seas, struggling to make his peace with the tragedy that claimed the lives of his family. But now he has uncovered the dark truth behind the so-called accident and swears retribution. He has no intention of taking a bride—until his eccentric aunt’s will forces he and Lizzie together, and Devlin finds his path to vengeance blocked by the stubborn but oh-so-tempting Miss Carlisle. Her passionate nature rivals his own. But disillusioned once by love, Lizzie will accept nothing less than his true devotion. . . .

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Think thrilling, licentious thoughts........2007-08-08

Stop. Quiver. Sigh. Pant. Think thrilling, licentious thoughts. Now you're in the right mood! Yet another untamed, tortured hero is here: Devlin (Devil) Kimball, Lord Strathmore. His parents and sister were murdered when he was seventeen, trapped inside a burning inn on their way to see him at school. The fire was deliberately lit and all the doors and windows callously locked from the outside. Imagine his grief when his last beloved relative - his aunt - is apparently on death's door. Or so his aunt's companion writes. Elizabeth (Lizzy) Carlisle is incensed that Devlin lives a careless, spendthrift life in London (and indeed, careering around the world) and doesn't seem to care for his aunt. She writes her letter to `prompt' Lord Strathmore to visit. Which he does, in tortured, wild despair at the thought he is about to lose his aunt. Instead he discovers Lizzy. And, ah dear me, Lizzy discovers him - the depth of his anguished soul, the complexity of his emotions, how stunning his naked body can feel against hers. Whew! Lurking around the edges of this divinely luscious romance is The Truth about that ghastly night when Devlin's family died. Now more murderous intentions are afoot. The villains from the past re-emerge with rape, murder, revenge and blind greed on their minds. As Devlin comes close to exposing them, their nasty, veangeful net closes around his one, new vulnerability - Lizzy, his love.

Engaging plotting, heart-felt romance, vivid settings.......2007-05-23

Unlike another romance I read previously (DUKE AND I, by Julia Quinn), I really appreciate Gaelen Foley's attention to settings and plots. The romance was heart-felt and the characterizations of Elizabeth "Lizzie" Carlisle and Devlin "Devil" Kimball, the Lord Strathmore, convincing; thankfully, Devil Strathmore isn't too pining, a characteristic we find all too often in our historical romances. Unfortunately, he's still the typical tall, dark, broad-shouldered and handsome rogue, a hackneyed package complete with trimmings of a wounded past and a tortured soul. Also, there were certain parts of both lead characterizations I found a bit dissonant, and certain plot elements too jarring to enjoy the novel completely.

I really enjoyed Gaelen Foley's look into the twisted mind of Julian, the Earl Carstairs. It isn't often authors are risque enough to delve into the minds of their evil antagonists, and certainly not romance authors. Carstairs is interesting to read about to say the least, very perverse, yet cunning in his control of the members of his club. There are also shades of gray in the "bad" characters, they aren't completely evil for the sake of evil, and Quentin, "Damage" Randall, Carstairs, and Sir Torquil "Blood" Staines all exhibit very interesting characterizations for baddies as a result.

Unlike other romance heroes' tortured souls, I really thought Devlin's tortured past resonated, and crested to a climax towards the end in Mulberry Cottage at Oakley Park, a lavish Strathmore estate. The novel actually spent time demonstrating why Devlin's soul is so tortured. I also appreciated that the lead pair confided in each other at the right time over their wounded histories well before the conclusion of the novel.

Rarely do romance novels craft engaging plots, but DEVIL TAKES A BRIDE is an exception. Gaelen Foley balances the plotting and romance effectively, and I was thoroughly captivated by both Devlin's plight for revenge, and his quest for Lizzie Carlisle's heart.

Possible SPOILERS ahead.

My biggest gripe deals with the plot element which pitted Devlin's revenge at odds with his love for Lizzie. DEVIL TAKES A BRIDE makes it seem like Devlin must forsake his revenge in order for Lizzie to accept him; that is, it's a choice between vengeance against the perpetrators which killed 47 innocent people including his parents or love with Lizzie. I understand the characterization in Devlin which makes his plight for revenge soulless, but c'mon, would he really be at peace just letting go of a revenge against the men which killed his parents? Really? Towards the end when Devlin thinks he lost Lizzie at one point, Devlin anguishes he chose revenge over Lizzie. At another point when Devlin divulges his plans for revenge to Lizzie, Lizzie leaves him even though she fully realizes that Devlin's last thread to life was her. Lizzie keenly observes the cold, icy look in his eyes when he talks about his parents' death, and even notices that only her presence is capable of bringing warmth back in his eyes. So why abandon him?

Instead of going forward with the plan for the revenge-in-blood following Lizzie's departure, Devlin instead opts for justice with the law after grieving over his family's deaths at the mausoleum for 3 days, 12 years after-the-fact. With Lizzie gone, I would move forward with the revenge-in-blood plan at once and in haste, especially since he knows Lizzie is in danger. On the third day at the mausoleum, some divine inspiration comes to Devlin, and he arranges for justice even though he knows the men he's going after are titled members of Society, easily able to bribe the constabulary and deflect the law; after all, they did suppress evidence of the fire 12 years ago, didn't they? I just don't get it. He should have exerted more control on the situation at the end having involved himself with the Horse and Chariot Club for a long time coming; he should have locked away Lizzie for her own protection, and killed the perpetrators of the crime which killed his family, in stealth. He was already planning on burning the pavilion with all of the perpetrators including possible innocents in it which isn't exactly honorable, so why not just assassinate them now in stealth, individually and discriminate? Instead of using the rage and cold fury from his wounded past to effect a favorable conclusion -- something that's more than possible -- he instead succumbs to anguish and torture at the end, grieving for days. And returns to London to find Lizzie kidnapped by his enemies. Even though he knew she was in danger!

Then again, I suppose if Devlin acted sensibly at the end (using the cold fury to effect a favorable outcome) then the women characters wouldn't have such a prevalent role at the end. As it stands, Mary Harris and Lizzie both are key.

The plotting towards the end which has Mary Harris miraculously rescue Lizzie from 4 very dangerous men intent on killing both women was very suspect. There's four men guarding a tied-up Lizzie and next thing you know, Lizzie has escaped, and both Lizzie and Mary are running for their lives, with the evil men none the wiser. Mary Harris actually surviving a fatal gunshot and then falling for Ben was also a bit on the cheesy side, not to mention contrived and incongruous.

I didn't like how we weren't treated to the actual marriage until the epilogue in a book titled DEVIL TAKES A BRIDE, I thought it should have happened much earlier. The subplot with Lizzie's Season, and her being Society's Original, Incomparable and a Toast seemed way too contrived. It came out of no where, just to satisfy a girl's dreams even though the book describes Lizzie as very average, appearance-wise. And let's be honest, appearance is important, if it wasn't, most romance novels' heroes wouldn't be tall, dark, broad-shouldered, chiseled and handsome. I thought Devlin should have forced her to marry him like he had originally planned. Ah, well.

I also thought that the ending didn't spend enough time between Devlin and his long-lost sister he hasn't seen for 12 years, Sarah. Devlin & Lizzie's love easily overshadowed the brother-sister reunion, and that seemed a bit inconsistent too.

The Story, possible SPOILERS again.

Devlin Strathmore is 17 when his family perishes from a fire at an inn which kills a total of 47 innocent people. His dowager Aunt Augusta assumes his guardianship and for twelve years, Devlin "Devil" Kimball earns a dubious reputation as a rakehell, travels the world, lives amongst Indians with barbarian instincts, kills a mountain cat, and returns to London to continue his dissolute reputation as a profligate. However, this rakehell outward appearance is a show as he endeavors to earn the trust and confidence of the Horse and Chariot Club, whose members he suspects for the responsibility of the fire which killed his parents.

Elizabeth "Lizzie" Carlisle is companion and caretaker of Devlin's aged Aunt Augusta. After Lizzie learns of the bills Devlin's Aunt Augusta pays on Devlin's dissolute behalf, Lizzie resolves to teach Devlin a lesson, someone she's never met. Fireworks ensue between our leading couple, and the dowager Aunt Augusta notices. The night before Devlin leaves to return to London, Augusta changes her will, amending a provision dealing with Devlin's inheritance.

Following Aunt Augusta's death and at the will hearing weeks later, Lizzie and Devlin learn that Aunt Augusta's will splits the bulk of her fortune between Lizzie and Devlin, on the condition that both marry. Should they not marry within 3 months, the fortune goes to a charitable organization. For some time, Devlin has been accruing many debts so he can treat the members of the Horse and Chariot Club and earn their esoteric confidence. Unfortunately for Devlin, he's been counting on that inheritance money and doesn't wish to drag Lizzie into his dangerous affairs. Now, he has no choice. The actual marriage never does happen, at least not until the epilogue. And we're left to wonder exactly how Devlin manages to stall the collectors of his debts for so long.

The bulk of the novel's content and pacing: there's a flourishing romance between Lizzie and Devlin as Devlin honorably courts Lizzie trying to convince her to marry him; all the while, Devlin tries to uncover the men responsible for his parents' deaths. In general I thought Gaelen Foley handled it well, with vivid settings and gripping plotting. However, I was too dismayed by some specific plot elements: especially the whole revenge vs. love element (why not both? Revenge stories are too fun and have far more potential), and I was put off by Devlin's succumbing, anguishing characterization at the very end after Lizzie inexplicably leaves him when it seemed like she reached an understanding of his tortured soul. Again, I thought Devlin should have exerted more control of the concluding situation which spirals out of control since he was working to maneuver the perpetrators' deaths for 2 years. He shouldn't have been grieving for his loss 12 years ago, when he knew Lizzie was in danger now.

Overall, the romance was heart-felt, the plotting not bad, the settings vivid.

My second favorite book in the Knight series.......2007-03-26

The heroine of Gaelen Foley's fifth book in the Knight Miscellany is the story of Lizzie Carlisle, companion to Lady Jacinda Knight and ward to the Duke of Hawkscliffe. Lizzie grew up with the Knight family, but never really felt she had a place of her own. She longs for a home to call her own, and a family to belong to, rather than residing on the outskirts. Though all her life she's been in love with one of the Knight brothers, Alec, at the end of the fourth book (Lady of Desire), Alec dealt Lizzie a crushing blow that more or less let her know their love was not meant to be. She ran away from him and her shattered hope of happily ever after, to become a companion to the Dowager Viscountess Strathmore. Living in Bath, Lizzie and the Viscountess have an amiable relationship and Lizzie truly begins to care about the older woman's wellbeing. When the Viscountess's nephew, notorious rogue Lord Devlin "Devil" Strathmore, reemerges in London following his world-travels, his aunt is thrilled. She pays all of Devlin's bills and dotes on him in a way that lets Lizzie know how much she truly cares for her wayward nephew. Months later, when Devlin's bills (including IOUs for gambling debts) continue to roll in, but he has yet to make an appearance, Lizzie decides to show the young gentleman that his aunt is more than just a paycheck. She sends Devlin a missive bidding him to come to his aunt's bedside since she has fallen ill, Lizzie assumes that the carefree rogue will be taught a lesson by her prank and learn to appreciate his family. She never expects, however, that the gentleman will ride through a snowstorm, risking his own health and wellbeing, to be at his aunt's side as quickly as possible. She also never expects that the gentleman in question may not be just another scandalous rake who plans to spend his inheritance before he's even earned it. Lord Strathmore is nothing at all like Lizzie expects, a fact that might make it difficult for Lizzie not to fall in love with him.

Devil Takes a Bride is my second favorite book in the Knight series (second only to The Duke). Gaelen Foley's stories are full of passion, pride, and adventure and you never know where one will take you over its course. Devil Takes a Bride is a story of revenge and murder, mystery and intrigue, and love and romance. Though Lizzie Carlisle isn't an official member of the Knight clan, she's been there throughout the other stories and acts as a backbone to the members of that noble family, often at the expense of her own happiness. It was nice to see her finally get a chance at happiness in this book. Similarly, Devlin Kimball is a man who has lost everything. His family was killed when he was just beginning to grow into a man, and this caused him to push away all hope for ever finding love again because for him love equalled pain. Then he met Lizzie and she showed him how to love again. Devil Takes a Bride is a perfect example of how a great romance should work.

Devil takes a bride...a Triumph!.......2006-10-04

Gaelen Foley is a name known to many RH readers all around, even though she hasn't been around long, I still choose her over many famous authers...She never disappoints, Not only does she creates settings where you wish you could LIVE in, but also hero's you wish were real...not to mention the plotting!

Devil takes a bride is the 5th installment in the Knight Miscellany, I have just reread it last night...the sweetness of it made me lay back, snuggling against my plopped pink pillows as I read aloud my favourite lines...much as I did with "PRINCESS" another novel by GF, I was so frustraited in Lady of Desire...which I also love! but I was frustraited in acount of Lizzie...When was her book?! Will she have one!? I kept wondernig and wondering until finally there was a confirmation that indeed there will be...a Lizzie happily ever after! Hurray!

Delvin Strathmore is something girls dream of, a bad boy charisma and irresistable charm, one of my favourite scene's is when "Devil" sleekly blocks Lizzie's path down the stairs, it is described that he somehow jumped infront of her...I loved that boyish flirting, It was bluntly straight forward. Although sometime before the book came out I confess I thought she might end up with Alec (Whom I love) but felt was not right for Lizzie. Ah yes...ladies, the Alexander the great will make quiet and appearance in this book....I'm not saying your going to like it but...It's ALEC!
Indeed I thought it was enough for Lizzie to stay on the sidelines, she deserved this! She really did!, another scene was when she was telling Devil and Alec straight off...in a wonderful speach where I remember distincly...I said in a clear loud voice "GO GIRL!" Hehehe
I cannot help it...Gaelen Foley! You've got me again!

This may has not been as informative as I hoped but Ignore everything and just click the "buy it now" button, TRUST ME this is a keeper!

Knight Miscellany in order:

-The Duke
-Lord of Fire
-Lord of Ice
-Lady of Desire
-Devil takes a Bride
-One Night of Sin
-His Wicked Kiss

Another great one by Mrs. Foley.......2006-08-09

There are some things in life we just know and one of these things are that Mrs. Foley is a great writer. This book was a great read. Lizzie is wonderful, sweet, honest and had great chemistry with Devil. What a man! Read the book and you will understand why. Sexy, caring and deep down so in love with Lizzie. Its about a woman saving a man going down a path that will most likely lead to death. But he has lost everything he has ever cared about so he seems too have nothing to lose until Lizzie. The sparks fly! The ending was great (I don't want to spoil it for you) just read the book .

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Excellent Stories Begin What Promises To Be An Excellent Series!

Devil's Bride and A Rake's Vow
Stephanie Laurens
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ASIN: 0060847522
Release Date: 2005-08-09

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Dear Reader,

Welcome to the wonderful world of the Cynsters! When I embarked on the stories of the Cynster clan, I knew they fascinated me, but I had no idea how much they would appeal to readers. This volume contains the books that first introduced readers to the glittering, glamorous, passionate, and sometimes dangerous lives of the Cynster cousins and their ducal dynasty.

In Devil's Bride, the head of the dynasty, Devil Cynster, 6th Duke of St. Ives, is caught in a compromising position with a governess. He astonishingly offers marriage, but Honoria Anstruther-Wetherby has no interest. Devil is convinced, yet someone is not so enthused, and accidents start to occur. Can Devil convince Honoria that marrying him will be a more exciting adventure than anything she's dreamed? And if he succeeds, will they both survive?

In A Rake's Vow, Vane Cynster, Devil's cousin and closest friend, determined to avoid Cupid's dart, takes refuge at his godmother's country house, where fate throws Patience Debbington literally into his arms. Vane is impressed; Patience is not. But as both become embroiled in a mystery involving ghosts, thefts, and ultimately attempted murder, Patience learns that she can place her trust in this rake's vow, because it's one that comes from the heart.

I hope you enjoy your first exciting taste of the Cynster world -- let the romance, adventure, mystery, and sheer passion sweep you away!

WARNING: The Cynsters are addictive.
Stephanie Laurens

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Excellent Stories Begin What Promises To Be An Excellent Series!.......2006-08-14

These first-two-books-in-one begin the Cynster series and an excellent beginning it is! Since DEVIL'S BRIDE and A RAKE'S VOW are the first two books, I suggest you look under each title for the individual reviews. I thoroughly enjoyed them both! I'm looking forward to reading more of her novels and continuing the Cynster series!

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Devil's Bride/A Rake's Vow

Manufacturer: Harper Collins
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ASIN: 1582881073

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Two great stories in one book. Stephanie Laurens is a great Romance writer. You will love these.

Longarm 311: Longarm and the Devil's Bride (Longarm)

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Longarm 311: Longarm and the Devil's Bride (Longarm)
Tabor Evans
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ASIN: 0515138363
Release Date: 2004-09-28

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When a buxom gal goes missing, Custis Long's called in. But her trail takes him to a rancher who's meaner than a snake. And while Longarm's seen some strange things since he's packed a badge, he's never come face-to-face with the devil himself.

3 Titles By Suzannah Davis : The Master's Bride - Dance of Deception - Devil's Deception

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3 Titles By Suzannah Davis : The Master's Bride - Dance of Deception - Devil's Deception
Suzannah Davis
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