Free and bargain romances in December 2012

[Blossom]

Originally Posted by cfrizz

Terrific! Just make sure to throw out all thoughts of political correctness, it didn't exist back in the 70's!

I read a few reviews over at Amazon and a good many hated them because they were trying to apply todays laws and mores to what probably happened in whatever century the books took place in!

Yep, That's why I am a old School romance fan. The cookie cutter historicals of today can't be compare to the romances from the late 70s to early 90s.

[auntykatkat]

Nook Daily Deal: Isabel Cooper's No Proper Lady for .99

Overview
Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year
Library Journal Best Book of the Year
RT Book Reviews Seal of Excellence and Finalist for Best Book of the Year

When a half-naked woman suddenly appears on his country estate, Simon Grenville doesn't have time to be shocked. Demonic beasts are hot on his heels until the beautiful stranger unsheathes several knives strapped to her skin-tight trousers and kills them. As he stares at her fierce, heart-stopping face, Simon knows he's in a hell of a lot of trouble...

Joan is from a time where demons run rampant and humanity is fighting for its existence. To prevent this terrible future, she is sent back to Victorian England to kill the magician responsible for unleashing the dark forces. But Joan is a soldier more used to sparring than dancing. To get close to her target, she'll need Simon to teach her how to fit into polite society. Joan doesn't mind practicing proper flirtation on Simon, but she can't allow herself to be distracted by his gentle hands or devilish smile-the very future depends on it.

I bought it when is first came out. It was a great mix of time travel and historical romance. A perfect gift for you or someone else. ( I vote for you of course )

Auntykatkat

[Britomart]

Two bargain Barbara Cartland romances at All Romance eBooks:

Love Came From Heaven for $0.99.

Some girls can wait a lifetime for one man to fall in love with them, but Selena Norton is so pretty that every man she meets is promptly smitten -- including those who are attached to others. Angered at gentlemen showering her with flowery compliments and unwanted kisses, Selena longs for someone to see past her beautiful face and appreciate the intelligent, loyal, fun girl inside. Rescued by the chivalrous, but penniless, Earl of Wakefield from the lecherous clutches of yet another unwanted suitor, Lord Tavener, Selena is delighted to finally meet a man who seems to seek only friendship. And it seems that her life is finally about to change for the better when the Earl introduces her to Miss Jerrold, a famous garden designer, who is renovating the gardens at the Earl's country home. Thrilled with the opportunity to indulge her passion for horticulture and finally take control of her own destiny, Selena jumps at the chance to live on the estate and become her assistant. Safe, happy and secretly in love for the first time, Selena cannot believe the joy that the Earl has bought into her life. But fate has a nasty surprise in store for her in the shape of the odious Lord Taverner. Smarting with rejection, he does his best to ruin her newly found happiness, determined to have his way. As danger threatens, putting everything and everyone she cares about at risk, will honesty, resourcefulness and tenacity win out? Or will her nemesis, Lord Tavener finally wreak his revenge?

A Castle of Dreams for $0.99. This one was free some months ago at ARe. And I just found out it's 0.69 at BoB.

Can money buy you happiness? Impoverished Lady Viola and her twin brother David Northcombe find that their fortunes change dramatically when their entrepreneurial father dies unexpectedly, leaving them a vast fortune that will change their lives forever. Returning home to England, still reeling from their dramatic change in circumstances, fate seems to have smiled on them when the handsome, but impoverished, Duke of Glentorran dramatically rescues them from the perils of the sea off the coast of Scotland. Loyal to his family and friends, the Duke has little left but his pride and his determination to live up to his responsibilities to the people of Glentorran. In moments Viola and the Duke realise that they have met before, and the spark previously lit between them is still alive. Eager to be loved for herself and keen to test rumours that the Duke is nothing more than a fortune hunter, Viola begs her brother to keep their inheritance secret, leading the Duke to believe that their finances are similarly dire. Having spun a web of deceit that becomes hard to unravel, Viola soon finds herself plunged into a state of despair - desperate to keep the Duke's friendship and respect, but wishing to tell the truth, which could mean losing him. And amongst the faded glories of the Glentorran Castle estate it seems that love is in the air as David finds himself falling for Meg, the Duke's shy and pretty sister. As they grow closer his loyalties become increasingly divided. Should he keep his newly found wealth a secret from the woman he loves, to please his sister? Or should he risk damaging Viola's budding relationship with the Duke by telling the truth? Love, friendship and trust are tested to the limits as the young lovers battle with their consciences, sense of duty and the promise of eternal happiness.

[chilady1]

Ok - if you like Highlanders (and who doesn't) - here's a trilogy available at Amazon for FREE!

UNLEASHED - The Highland Historical Trilogy
ALWAYS CHECK PRICING BEFORE CLICKING!!!!!

http://www.amazon.com/Unleashed-High...5863501&sr=1-5

Three books in order: (for those of you who like to split your ePubs)

1. Unspoken
Roderick MacLauchlan is death for hire. Blessed by an ancient Deity with Berserker rage, he has the strength of ten men. Cursed by a malicious enemy, he's incapable of speech. A desperate clan war rages around him and a malevolent adversary lurks in the darkness, calling for blood.

Evelyn Woodhouse is an English refugee with a dangerous secret. She has the ability to see the outcome of tomorrow's battle and knows they're on the wrong side of it. When a doomed and silent mercenary rescues her from a fate worse than death, it seems he has his own plans for her. This is his last night alive and she's never been able to defy destiny.

2. Unwilling
Laird Connor MacLauchlan doesn't want a wife, but he finds his Berserker mate in the heat of battle. Though he fears for her safety from the darkness that lurks inside him, fate dictates he must take her and make her his...

Noble beauty Lindsay Ross has been sold to the highest bidder. On her way to meet her vile betrothed, a savage and mythic warrior slaughters her entire vanguard. Now she's his captive and he seems determined to claim her body for his own. Connor promises to keep her safe from the evil warlord she was to marry, but who will protect her from him?

3. Unwanted
Born a nameless bastard into the Berserker horde, Finn is the measure of strength, ferocity, and brutality at the Temple of Freya. Sent to the Highlands bent on revenge and murder, he stumbles on an infant deserted in the snow. What he chooses next may seal his fate.

Rhona McEwan has lost everything. Her husband, her child, and soon she fears she must relinquish her dignity in order to survive the bitter Highland winter. When the most fearsome, mysterious, and breathtaking man seeks the help she can give to the child in his arms, she's unable to turn them away. Even though she's not certain he's entirely human.

[badgoodDeb]

What's the "sex" level on these? UNLEASHED - The Highland Historical Trilogy Since there's only one review up so far .....

[Blossom]

Originally Posted by badgoodDeb

What's the "sex" level on these? UNLEASHED - The Highland Historical Trilogy Since there's only one review up so far .....

You can read the individual reviews of each book. My guess is they are romance not erotic.

[badgoodDeb]

Thanks -- that helps. Since nobody mentions sex in the review, I'll assume, at least, that it isn't ONLY about sex!

[goldilocks]

for finding all the great deals!

I haven't seen this mentioned yet:

http://www.amazon.com/Yuletide-Treas.../dp/B0088Q0IFU

Yuletide Treasure by Andrea Kane for $0.99 [Kindle Edition]

Publication Date: November 27, 2012

Just in time for the holidays, Andrea Kane's beloved short story Yuletide
Treasure is available as an eBook for the first time ever.

Yuletide Treasure captures holiday magic as it transports us to a village in
Victorian England, where an embittered earl seeks a governess for a lovely,
defiant little girl named Noelle.

[cfrizz]

Originally Posted by Blossom

Yep, That's why I am a old School romance fan. The cookie cutter historicals of today can't be compare to the romances from the late 70s to early 90s.

Here is another author who is terrific with historical romances. This is one of my favorite books.

http://www.amazon.com/Rose-Rapture-R...cca+brandewyne

She hasn't put out a new book in quite a few years I guess she has retired.

[copyrite]

Freebie @ eHarlequin Fallen by BJ Daniels

Back of the Book

USA TODAY bestselling author B.J. Daniels welcomes you to the town of Beartooth, Montana, for a short prequel to her new series set under Montana's big sky...

Since teenager Bethany Gates was a girl, Clete Reynolds had been hers--in her heart, at least. She was devastated when he left their small ranching town of Beartooth, Montana, on a football scholarship, but then an injury brought him back. Now she's determined to get him to notice her...if her rival Ginny West doesn't get in the way. But Bethany doesn't know Ginny has a secret of her own--one that could turn out to be deadly....

Return to Beartooth in Unforgiven by B.J. Daniels, available from Harlequin HQN.

It's $1.99 @ Amazon which says it's only 30 pages, so it's apparently a tease to a new series.

[AnemicOak]

Originally Posted by copyrite

It's $1.99 @ Amazon which says it's only 30 pages, so it's apparently a tease to a new series.

It's a teaser of sorts for her new Beartooth, Montana series which starts with Unforgiven.

[Blossom]

Originally Posted by cfrizz

Here is another author who is terrific with historical romances. This is one of my favorite books.

She hasn't put out a new book in quite a few years I guess she has retired.

I have her westerns. Was reading Heartland but after 4 chapters I decided to postpone it for later. This was last year before Christmas.
Nothing wrong with the story but I had Christmas romances to read and then I decided I would read only Contemporaries this year.


Xmas Books I finished in the last week: (Most are at Kobo for 40% off)
with Bargainmoose40 coupon)

• The Cowboy from Christmas Past by Tina Leonard: This book gave me mental whiplash! I've never read anything like it and I've read alot Time Travel romances. 3/12 Stars
• Christmas Wishlist by Karen Toller Whittenburg: This is a reissue of The Santa Suit it was a very sweet and heartwarming book that leaves you with that awwww feeling. 4 Stars Kobo Link
• The Kid Who Stole Christmas by Linda Stevens: I enjoyed it but not much to say other than it's a Harlequin Intrigue but not much suspense. 3 Stars Kobo Link
• I Saw Daddy Kissing Santa Claus by Debbi Rawlins: Very cute story! I loved it! Another of those holiday books to get you into the Spirit. 3/12 Stars Kobo Link
• The Good, the Bad and the Cuddly by Heather MacAllister: This is probably the one I've enjoyed the most so far in my 12 days of Christmas Stories. If you like fast pace page turners with bad boy heroes on motorcycles who have a good heart. You'll love this one. 4 1/2 Stars Kobo Link
• The Santa Sleuth by Heather MacAllister: This was a giveaway back in July and is a Harlequin Romance title. It was cute but I had trouble feeling the chemistry between the couple. I didn't like the hero so maybe that's why but It's a quick read. 2 1/2 Stars

[booklover6]

Originally Posted by Blossom

I decided I would read only Contemporaries this year.

How did that work for you? My goal for the year was to read at least one contemp a month. Sadly, I didn't. My goal for this year....not to have a goal LOL. I'll keep working on my 2012 lists.

[auntykatkat]

I have never made a goal for reading. In these last few years, I have worked hard to get my boys though school, and my reading has suffered. Now, since they have left, I am thinking of setting a goal in the new year. How do you choose your goal. Is there books you don't count? I have quite a few hundred novella's that I can read 3 to 4 in a day, if I have nothing to do. Hell, I have been know to read 2 full length novels in a day, and start a third. I listen to audiobooks as well, so there are those too. Any suggestions?

Auntykatkat

PS where do you get those counter things I see in some of your signatures?

[AnemicOak]

Originally Posted by auntykatkat

PS where do you get those counter things I see in some of your signatures?

http://www.tickerfactory.com/