Edith Layton - Adrianne Lee - Linda Francis Lee
Layton, Edith - CAD, THE (Harper - 1998) (4)
The first two-thirds of this book is so beautifully rendered and filled with romantic sensual frolicking that it made the "great misunderstanding," which was used to prolong the plot, look even weaker than it probably was. But, while the rather implausible great misunderstanding mars what would have otherwise been a near-perfect book for me, THE CAD is still a fine read that I heartily recommend to all fans of Regency-era historicals. ~Elena P.
Lee, Adrianne - RUNAWAY BRIDE, THE (Harl. Intrigue 479) (4)
If the evidence still existed, Laura Whittaker would risk
everything, whatever it took, to end the nightmare she had
been living for the past year. Running, just trying to stay
alive. . .since the day the raspy voice had whispered over
the phone that he would kill her—as he had killed Uncle Murphy and Aunt May—as he was still killing others. But first, she had to find Jake Wilder. Laura had not seen Jake since the day that was to have been their wedding day.
Jake is in Arizona, a partner in a very lucrative private investigative firm. At first he is skeptical of Laura's story, having received a forged note when she disappeared, saying she had eloped with Cullen Crocker. But after witnessing several attempts on Laura's life, he realizes how desperately she needs his help. They resolve their personal misunderstanding and realize their love for each other is still very much alive. Their search for the missing evidence leads them back to their small hometown in Washington and casts suspicion on family members and old friends alike.
In this typical Intrigue format, Ms. Lee intricately and adroitly leads us through countless twists and turns which present every one of the numerous secondary characters as suspects. Although the quantity of probabilities boggles the mind, the murderer is revealed only at the last possible moment, with a startling mystery solution. Also, we get a brief, but satisfying glimpse of Jake and Laura's future together. ~Mona Montana for Bookbug on the Web
Lee, Linda Francis - BLUE WALTZ (Jove - 1996) (Very Highly Recommended)
The Widow Braxton is a charming lady, full of laughter and contradictions. Stephen St. James doesn't want to like her, but he can't help but be drawn to her like a moth to a flame. Belle doesn't know how to dress or entertain, but she knows how to accept unconditionally. The author has a beautiful, visual style of writing, describing things in such detail you feel like you're there in the story. I love this book! ~Nadine (LRMonoman@aol.com)
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