PUBLISHER: Signet, 1977 GENRE: Historical Fiction SETTING: Jamaica, 1790s TIMESPAN: about 4 years HEROINE: Alyx de Vere HERO: Simon GRADE: A+ DATES READ: 1/04, 5/04, 11/06, 10/07, 1/22 SYNOPSIS: They were enslaved in a place where lust knew no bounds-and only love was forbidden… They were two white slaves thrown together in the darkness of the breeding hut. She, Alyx de Vere, a virginal, sixteen-year-old beauty carried off to nightmare captivity on a Caribbean sugar plantation. He, Simon, handsome, young, once heir to a noble title. He felt no desire for this anonymous woman who was f ..read more

PUBLISHER: Leisure, 1984 GENRE: Fiction/Historical Romance SETTING: Martinique & USA, 1814-1817 AUTHOR SITE: link BODICE RIPPER? Yes MY GRADE: B SYNOPSIS: Lovely young Gabrielle LaFarge had resigned herself to the life of a nun in a French convent. But the future that awaits her is far different, for she is informed that she is to marry Philippe St. Cyr, a wealthy plantation owner from the island of Martinique. Gabby resents and fears this handsome, moody man, whose icy surface conceals depths of passion and violence. Though he awakens her to the sensual delights of lovemaking, Gabby’s ..read more

I learned on Connie's website that she was featured in a short segment on the news program 48 Hours in 1995. The episode's called Isn't It Romantic? and her segement's called Foreign Affair. See it below ..read more

PUBLISHER: Signet 6/1992 REISSUE: Dell, 4/2013 GENRE: Historical Romance MY GRADE: F SYNOPSIS: Lady Sophia Bryant had no intention of ever marrying. However, her own parents had been estranged for some fourteen years, and her one desire was to bring them together again in love. Surely, if she were to announce her betrothal—even a false one—they would be forced to see each other at last. Lord Francis Sutton was perfect for such deceit. Devilishly handsome and a notorious rake, he was always agreeable to games of passion, especially those in which he had nothing to fear and nothing to ..read more

PUBLISHER: Pinnacle, 1/1982 GENRE: Nonfiction MY GRADE: A SYNOPSIS: Here, for the first time, is an intimate look at the women who write the bestsellers that bring passion, charm, and happiness into the lives of countless readers. As the Barbara Walters of personal interviews, Kathryn Falk-and avid romantic novel fan herself-has asked intriguing questions of favorite authors, who now tell all about their home lives, their hopeful dreams, and devastating disappointments. Even about their own romantic experiences! Complete with photographs, facts, favorite recipes, astrological signs, and u ..read more

PUBLISHER: Dell, 11/1990 GENRE: Fiction/Historical Romance SETTING: England and the sea, 1660s BODICE RIPPER? Yes MY GRADE: A SYNOPSIS: Wild as a pagan goddess, Lady Summer galloped her stallion along the Cornish coast. She had dabbled in the smuggler's game to save her family estate, but a wealthy marriage would better serve her purpose now. Lord Ruark Helford seemed the answer to her reckless prayers. But as his hot, hungry kisses drew her toward deception and irresistible acts of love, she had to hesitate. Would this arrogant, handsome lord be her ticket to heaven--or hell? MY THOUGHT ..read more

PUBLISHER: Zebra, 3/2021 GENRE: Fiction/Historical Romance SETTING: England, 1817 MY GRADE: C SYNOPSIS: Scarlett Wynn's tragic childhood taught her that life can be cruel to women with little power. So when a local seamstress disappears, Scarlett vows to find out why. Armed with a weapon and her courage, Scarlett scours London for clues—and crosses the unlikely path of Ambrose Cross, the Duke of Aylesford, at an unlikely place: an upscale brothel. The Duke is trying to solve a mystery of his own, and Scarlett is sure they can help each other—if she can resist the attraction that draws ..read more

PUBLISHER: Avon, 4/1991 GENRE: Historical Romance SETTING: England, 1815 STEPBACK: link MY GRADE: A SYNOPSIS: She was a raven-haired waif from the streets of London-- a wild innocent to be rescued... and tamed. A spirited beauty, she would captivate Royce Manchester's jaded heart-- while resisting the smoldering desire she felt for her virile protector. In Royce's glittering world of money and privilege, young Morgana discovered the shocking secret of her true identity-- entangling the wealthy American planter in a deadly skein of aristocratic family intrigue. But grave peril would only fe ..read more

PUBLISHER: Avon, 10/1978 GENRE: Fiction/Historical Romance SETTING: France/Caribbean, 1667 RAPE: Yes MY GRADE: A- SYNOPSIS: With languid tropical breezes caressing her breathtakingly beautiful face, Bettina Verlaine stood before the mast, sailing westward to fulfill a promise her heart never made - marriage to a Count her eyes had never beheld. Then in a moment of swashbuckling courage, the pirate Tristan swept her away and the spell of his passion was cast over her heart forever. But many days - and fiery nights - must pass before their love could flower into that fragile blossom a woma ..read more

PUBLISHER: Bobbs-Merrill, 1956 RESSUED: Avon, 1978 GENRE: Historical Romance SETTING: Scotland, 17th century MY GRADE: C SYNOPSIS: Scotland was a land divided. The rightful Simon Stuart had been driven into exile in France, his country ruled by the dour Presbyterians who had ridden into power on the coattails of Oliver Cromwell's rise to power in England. All who opposed them were rebels and outlaws, to be hunted down and branded as traitors. And the man with the highest price on his head was Monleigh. Anne Lindsay met him first on the windswept moors, though when first she saw him she ha ..read more