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The Perfect Wife
An ideal spouse, the Earl of Wyldewood had decided, should be pleasant to look at and agreeable to display on his arm. She should have little effect on his well-ordered life, and little to do with his private pursuit of pleasure. After meeting Sabrina Winfield, he thought he had found the woman to fit the bill. Graceful and genteel, the exquisite blonde seemed a perfect match.
But appearances, the Earl was soon to discover, could be deceiving. For beneath Sabrina's delicate beauty lay the most infuriatingly stubborn, wildly adventurous woman he'd ever known. And now his plans for a proper marriage were about to go dreadfully awry. For suddenly all the mighty Earl could think about was silencing her biting repartee with his kisses, diverting her schemes with expert seduction, and forever surrendering his heart and soul to her capable hands.
But appearances, the Earl was soon to discover, could be deceiving. For beneath Sabrina's delicate beauty lay the most infuriatingly stubborn, wildly adventurous woman he'd ever known. And now his plans for a proper marriage were about to go dreadfully awry. For suddenly all the mighty Earl could think about was silencing her biting repartee with his kisses, diverting her schemes with expert seduction, and forever surrendering his heart and soul to her capable hands.
311 pages, Paperback
First published November 28, 1996
About the author
Victoria Alexander
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New York Times bestselling author Victoria Alexander was an award winning television reporter until she discovered fiction was much more fun than real life. She turned to writing full time and is still shocked it worked out.
Since the publication of her first book in 1995, she has written thirty-one full length novels and six novellas. The Perfect Wife—originally published in 1996 and reissued in March 2008—hit #1 on the New York Times list. Sixteen of her books are bestsellers hitting the New York Times, USA Today and/or Publishers Weekly bestseller lists. With books translated into more than a dozen different languages she has readers around the world and has twice been nominated for Romance's Writers of America prestigious RITA award. In 2009 she was given a Career Achievement Award from RT Bookclub and was named Historical Storyteller of the year in 2003. In 2008 she was the keynote speaker for the Romance Writers of American annual conference in San Francisco. Victoria credits much of her writing success to her experiences as a reporter.
Her years as a broadcast journalist were spent in two radically different areas of the country: Nebraska and West Virginia. In West Virginia, she covered both natural and manmade disasters. She was on the scene when a power plant construction accident in a small town left 52 men dead. She once spent the night on a mountain waiting to learn of the fate of coal miners trapped in a mine collapse. Victoria was producing a newscast when her husband (who worked at the same television station) and several other journalists were held hostage by a disturbed Vietnam veteran. In Nebraska, she reported on the farm crisis and watched people lose land that had been in their families for generations. She covered the story that was the basis of the movie BOYS DON’T CRY and once acted as the link between police and a gunman who had barricaded himself in his home. Her investigative work exposed the trucking of New York City garbage to a small town dump in rural Nebraska.
During her journalism career, Victoria covered every president from Ford to Clinton. She knows firsthand what it feels like to be surrounded by rising floodwaters and inside a burning building. She’s interviewed movie stars including Kevin Costner, ridden an elephant and flown in a governor’s helicopter. She’s covered a national political convention and Pope John Paul II’s historic visit to Denver as well as small town festivals celebrating everything from walnuts to Glen Miller. Her work was honored by numerous organizations including the Associated Press who called a feature about a firefighter’s school "story telling genius". It was the encouragement she needed to turn from news to fiction. She’s never looked back.
Victoria claims her love of romance and journalism is to due to the influence of her favorite comic book character: Lois Lane, a terrific reporter and a great heroine who pursued Superman with an unwavering determination. And why not? He was extremely well drawn.
Victoria grew up traveling the world as an Air Force brat. Today, she lives in Omaha, Nebraska with her husband and her dogs. Victoria had two bearded collies, Sam and Louie (named from characters in one of her books). Sam (on the left), the best dog in the world for 13 ½ years, passed away in September 2010. Louie took on the position of loyal companion and did a fine job even though he doesn't understand that kitchen counter surfing is not allowed!
Now he's been joined by Reggie, also a faithful companion.
They all live happily ever after in a house under constant renovation and the accompanying parade of men in tool belts. And never ending chaos. Victoria laughs a great deal—she has to.
New York Times bestselling author Victoria Alexander was an award winning television reporter until she discovered fiction was much more fun than real life. She turned to writing full time and is still shocked it worked out.
Since the publication of her first book in 1995, she has written thirty-one full length novels and six novellas. The Perfect Wife—originally published in 1996 and reissued in March 2008—hit #1 on the New York Times list. Sixteen of her books are bestsellers hitting the New York Times, USA Today and/or Publishers Weekly bestseller lists. With books translated into more than a dozen different languages she has readers around the world and has twice been nominated for Romance's Writers of America prestigious RITA award. In 2009 she was given a Career Achievement Award from RT Bookclub and was named Historical Storyteller of the year in 2003. In 2008 she was the keynote speaker for the Romance Writers of American annual conference in San Francisco. Victoria credits much of her writing success to her experiences as a reporter.
Her years as a broadcast journalist were spent in two radically different areas of the country: Nebraska and West Virginia. In West Virginia, she covered both natural and manmade disasters. She was on the scene when a power plant construction accident in a small town left 52 men dead. She once spent the night on a mountain waiting to learn of the fate of coal miners trapped in a mine collapse. Victoria was producing a newscast when her husband (who worked at the same television station) and several other journalists were held hostage by a disturbed Vietnam veteran. In Nebraska, she reported on the farm crisis and watched people lose land that had been in their families for generations. She covered the story that was the basis of the movie BOYS DON’T CRY and once acted as the link between police and a gunman who had barricaded himself in his home. Her investigative work exposed the trucking of New York City garbage to a small town dump in rural Nebraska.
During her journalism career, Victoria covered every president from Ford to Clinton. She knows firsthand what it feels like to be surrounded by rising floodwaters and inside a burning building. She’s interviewed movie stars including Kevin Costner, ridden an elephant and flown in a governor’s helicopter. She’s covered a national political convention and Pope John Paul II’s historic visit to Denver as well as small town festivals celebrating everything from walnuts to Glen Miller. Her work was honored by numerous organizations including the Associated Press who called a feature about a firefighter’s school "story telling genius". It was the encouragement she needed to turn from news to fiction. She’s never looked back.
Victoria claims her love of romance and journalism is to due to the influence of her favorite comic book character: Lois Lane, a terrific reporter and a great heroine who pursued Superman with an unwavering determination. And why not? He was extremely well drawn.
Victoria grew up traveling the world as an Air Force brat. Today, she lives in Omaha, Nebraska with her husband and her dogs. Victoria had two bearded collies, Sam and Louie (named from characters in one of her books). Sam (on the left), the best dog in the world for 13 ½ years, passed away in September 2010. Louie took on the position of loyal companion and did a fine job even though he doesn't understand that kitchen counter surfing is not allowed!
Now he's been joined by Reggie, also a faithful companion.
They all live happily ever after in a house under constant renovation and the accompanying parade of men in tool belts. And never ending chaos. Victoria laughs a great deal—she has to.
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September 12, 2021Can we take a moment to appreciate the PERFECTION of this cover?
May 21, 2012
It's decent.
I wouldn't go out of my way to recommend it to anyone, but I don't think romance readers would be disappointed with it.
It's a fun time killer.
I wouldn't go out of my way to recommend it to anyone, but I don't think romance readers would be disappointed with it.
It's a fun time killer.
December 11, 2012
A retired female pirate, broke and in need of a quick buck, dons her former alias for one last lootin' with a treasure map left by her deceased husband.
What an ideally perfect Lady of the Manor the heroine appears to be, with her questionable past -- and the hero doesn't realize he knows her from somewhere else....
What an ideally perfect Lady of the Manor the heroine appears to be, with her questionable past -- and the hero doesn't realize he knows her from somewhere else....
April 25, 2020
3.5 stars. Far-fetched but attention holding treasure hunt, travel romance with a comedy of errors bent. Competently written. Illogical from start to finish, but entertaining enough.
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April 16, 2023The premise is fantastic and that 96 cover - got to love the hair on the lady ❤️❤️🥰
December 11, 2018
First of all, let me say that you can hardly go wrong with Victoria Alexander. But to get down to the specifics of why I liked this particular book so much: 1) A three-fold story line: Our hero/heroine are not in the first blush of youth -- they meet when their grown children fall in love and the "in-laws" are introduced. Among the in-laws is a spectacle-wearing, overly-educated maiden aunt trotted out to serve as chaperone to the youngsters when they are alone (on a sea voyage, no less) but SHE astonishes everyone (including herself) by catching the roving eye of the dashing American captain of the ship. A great deal of fun ensues as the reader gets to watch all three couples navigate the rigors of both the sea voyage and true love. 2) The love scenes: And by that I mean the ridiculously over-blown, extravagantly exaggerated explosions of passion that at one point caused me to actually laugh right out loud. (Seriously, if anyone out there has ever had sex this good, please write a "how to" guide. You'll make millions.) 3) The fact that the heroine appears to recognize point number 2 above and routinely bursts into laughter after, er, well, engaging in point number 2 above -- and the hero is man enough to take it. To illustrate, here is a bit of dialogue from the end of the tale: Hero (his voice rough with desire, of course), "I suggest we find somewhere a bit more private and, oh, say . . . tell a few jokes." Heroine (heart beating with anticipation, also of course), "I could certainly use a good laugh right now." Couldn't we all, my lady, couldn't we all?
May 19, 2011
Widow turned smuggler turned proper society lady and mother. That was Sabrina's life. Her husband was died in a silly race and she found out she was left penniless with a daughter to raise. After she left smuggling due to a govt. agent getting to close she went to London and the town house Jack left her. She lived quietly and kept to herself. Nothing like the days her and Jack went from party to party.
Belinda had her coming out and was already to be married to Erick. Sabrina knew his father was known as quite a rake but his son seemed to love her daughter.
Nicholas Harrington had never forgotten the smugglers that had gotten away 10 years ago. He was so close to catching them. He was intrigued to find a woman was in charge and when she kissed him while he was blind folded, well he never forgot that either. Now he was meeting the mother of his future daughter in law and found himself intrigued with her. It felt so right dancing with her and being around her. She was a quiet woman and would do well as his Countess. He decided she would make a good wife.
His son asked for him to talk with Sabrina as she was about to leave London and would not tell her daughter where or why. Nicholas ends up following her on the boat to Egypt of all places.
The quiet woman he met soon was found to have a more adventurous side then he thought and the book leads from one adventure to another. Their children soon follow them along with his sister.
Another great read by Victoria.
Belinda had her coming out and was already to be married to Erick. Sabrina knew his father was known as quite a rake but his son seemed to love her daughter.
Nicholas Harrington had never forgotten the smugglers that had gotten away 10 years ago. He was so close to catching them. He was intrigued to find a woman was in charge and when she kissed him while he was blind folded, well he never forgot that either. Now he was meeting the mother of his future daughter in law and found himself intrigued with her. It felt so right dancing with her and being around her. She was a quiet woman and would do well as his Countess. He decided she would make a good wife.
His son asked for him to talk with Sabrina as she was about to leave London and would not tell her daughter where or why. Nicholas ends up following her on the boat to Egypt of all places.
The quiet woman he met soon was found to have a more adventurous side then he thought and the book leads from one adventure to another. Their children soon follow them along with his sister.
Another great read by Victoria.
September 8, 2018
Una disparatada aventura entre Londres y Egipto.
Lo bueno (para mí): protagonistas maduros, 35-40 años, viudos con hijos y un pasado misterioso.
Pero demasiados disparates y situaciones absurdas.
Solo recomendable si quieren reirse un rato de tonterías.
Tres escenas hot.
Lo bueno (para mí): protagonistas maduros, 35-40 años, viudos con hijos y un pasado misterioso.
Pero demasiados disparates y situaciones absurdas.
Solo recomendable si quieren reirse un rato de tonterías.
Tres escenas hot.
March 12, 2009
This was a great book! I loved the story btween the hero and heroine. She turned out to be just what he was looking for! They had plenty of verbal battles, which I love! They also had a lot of passion when they made love.
I have not read many Victoria Alexander books because the ones that I chose were never really that good. This book was nothing like those. It was fresh and cute and definitely funny. Good read.
I have not read many Victoria Alexander books because the ones that I chose were never really that good. This book was nothing like those. It was fresh and cute and definitely funny. Good read.
March 30, 2011
Almost decided not to read this one after reading the back cover. Decided to read on anyway and am so glad I did. Really liked it. About a Lady who ran a smuggling operation when her husband died and left her with only debts and a daughter to raise.
September 20, 2013
Sabrina Winfield, Marchioness of Stanford, had at one time in her life had it all, or so she had thought. Married young to a very debonair, adventurous, carefree rake, or rather reformed rake, Sabrina had led a life of freedom and adventure that most women never even dreamed of. It suited her stubborn, independent nature very well, at least for a time. She was the last person to have thought that there was such a thing as too adventurous or too wild, but this described her deceased husband perfectly. Maybe it was more. Maybe irresponsible would have been a more apt description. She found even the infamous Lady Stanford had her limits. However, as much as Sabrina had yearned to see a change in her husband and the lifestyle that they led, she never would have wished his death. She was utterly in love with him when they married, as only a first love could be. She, however, had grown and matured while her husband, Jack, remained tied to his youth. After his death and the awful realization that he had made no provision for the care of her or their young daughter, in fact had left debts unpaid, Sabrina swore she would do whatever necessary to see that her daughter was not tainted in anyway by her or her husband's escapades and raised in ton society to become a proper young Miss. Sabrina herself stayed true to her obligation to her daughter and became the epitome of the most proper widow. That is, until her financially secure lifestyle quickly crumbled under the guidance of her very inept man of business. However, as often happens, what seems a crisis at the moment can easily turn into the means to bring just the opposite, and Sabrina's crisis effectively shut the door on her so long-lived life of boredom and perfect reserve. Now all she has to do is guarantee her daughter's betrothal follows through to marriage while at the same time keeping her adventurous plans of an immediate treasure-hunting trip to Egypt secret. Oh, AND keeping her future son-in-law's father from any interference in her plans. Although that will probably be easier said than done considering her rare, but passionate reaction to the man whenever he is near. Well, she is an intelligent, strong-willed woman who has more than proved her success at trouncing the enemy. So, let the games begin!
I love Victoria Alexander's heroines! They are always such strong, witty women who are more than capable of fending for themselves in a man's world. The heroine in The Perfect Wife is no different. She actually goes a step beyond this by successfully leading men while conquering them at the same time. A heroine of this caliber is always a treat when set in a story of Regency times because she outshines all around her. She really was the center piece of this story and all else pivoted around her. With witty banter and side-splitting competition, I was never bored. A very lively story with very entertaining supporting characters as well. A solid 4-star read!
I love Victoria Alexander's heroines! They are always such strong, witty women who are more than capable of fending for themselves in a man's world. The heroine in The Perfect Wife is no different. She actually goes a step beyond this by successfully leading men while conquering them at the same time. A heroine of this caliber is always a treat when set in a story of Regency times because she outshines all around her. She really was the center piece of this story and all else pivoted around her. With witty banter and side-splitting competition, I was never bored. A very lively story with very entertaining supporting characters as well. A solid 4-star read!
August 19, 2011
This book was actually only the second one Victoria Alexander wrote, but you won’t be able to tell by reading it. Aside from a few awkward scenes – the whole let’s go on a treasure hunt was a little random even with Sabrina’s reasoning – her story flow is top level.
I was surprised at how well she was able to juggle several side stories and multiple characters. Usually I feel like I don’t get to know the characters well enough when there is more than one love story happening at the same time, but I was able to get into each story and root for the characters. And I loved how they all related to one another and interacted. There isn’t anything I love more than a complicated cast. Although, I will say that part of me wishes I had more time with the secondary characters. I could easily see a trilogy here instead of one book.
Sabrina isn’t your typical Victorian-era heroine. Instead of writing about a virginal maiden making her debut into society, Victoria tells the story of a grown woman who, according to society, is past her prime. Don’t let her age fool you though; Sabrina acts more like a teenager than a woman closing in on 40.
The mother/daughter relationship portrayed is also unusual for this genre, but greatly refreshing. I love the banter between Sabrina and Belinda, even if at times they act more like sisters than mother/daughter. Think Gilmore Girls in the early 1800’s.
Nicholas is exactly the type of man to balance Sabrina’s wild side. He is arrogant, stubborn, and prideful. There is nothing more exciting in a book than two people who get on each other’s nerves so much they end up falling in love. I do think Nicholas’ fall could have had a little more depth to it. I wanted to really see him start to admire Sabrina, not just lust after her.
If you’re seeking adventure and romance, and don’t mind overlooking a few minor flaws, look no further. You’ll fall in love with these characters and enjoy every twist and turn this treasure-seeking tale has to offer.
Reviewed by Cheeky Girl Lauren on CheekyReads
I was surprised at how well she was able to juggle several side stories and multiple characters. Usually I feel like I don’t get to know the characters well enough when there is more than one love story happening at the same time, but I was able to get into each story and root for the characters. And I loved how they all related to one another and interacted. There isn’t anything I love more than a complicated cast. Although, I will say that part of me wishes I had more time with the secondary characters. I could easily see a trilogy here instead of one book.
Sabrina isn’t your typical Victorian-era heroine. Instead of writing about a virginal maiden making her debut into society, Victoria tells the story of a grown woman who, according to society, is past her prime. Don’t let her age fool you though; Sabrina acts more like a teenager than a woman closing in on 40.
The mother/daughter relationship portrayed is also unusual for this genre, but greatly refreshing. I love the banter between Sabrina and Belinda, even if at times they act more like sisters than mother/daughter. Think Gilmore Girls in the early 1800’s.
Nicholas is exactly the type of man to balance Sabrina’s wild side. He is arrogant, stubborn, and prideful. There is nothing more exciting in a book than two people who get on each other’s nerves so much they end up falling in love. I do think Nicholas’ fall could have had a little more depth to it. I wanted to really see him start to admire Sabrina, not just lust after her.
If you’re seeking adventure and romance, and don’t mind overlooking a few minor flaws, look no further. You’ll fall in love with these characters and enjoy every twist and turn this treasure-seeking tale has to offer.
Reviewed by Cheeky Girl Lauren on CheekyReads
June 6, 2012
I really loved this book. I love stories where the female is somewhat strong and can hold her own amongst the men in her world. She is shocking and sometimes scandalous with her behavior and the the male love interest can't resist her despite his better judgement. haha This was one of those stories.
Nicholas, a well known rake, falls in love with a woman he thought would be a perfect wife. His idea of a perfect wife is a proper lady, who would make a comfortable home and make all the necessary public appearances to help him build his career in the government. Throughout the book his idea of a perfect wife changes as he gets to know Sabrina, the woman he originally thought would be the perfect, boring wife he was seeking.
I loved their journey. I really loved all the characters in it. At first I didn't like Wynne, she annoyed me. But after the women were thrown in the mummy pit my opinion of her changed. I found her personality pretty funny instead of annoying.
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Favorite Quotes
This was after Nicholas and Matt got into a fight and Nicholas was unconscious in his and Sabrina's private cabin. Sabrina was tending his wounds and this was the first thing she said to him after seeing his beat up body.
"Bloody hell, Nicholas, you've gone and done it now." She dipped a rag into a basin of water and dabbed at his battered face. "You've made me love you."
Nicholas, a well known rake, falls in love with a woman he thought would be a perfect wife. His idea of a perfect wife is a proper lady, who would make a comfortable home and make all the necessary public appearances to help him build his career in the government. Throughout the book his idea of a perfect wife changes as he gets to know Sabrina, the woman he originally thought would be the perfect, boring wife he was seeking.
I loved their journey. I really loved all the characters in it. At first I didn't like Wynne, she annoyed me. But after the women were thrown in the mummy pit my opinion of her changed. I found her personality pretty funny instead of annoying.
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Favorite Quotes
This was after Nicholas and Matt got into a fight and Nicholas was unconscious in his and Sabrina's private cabin. Sabrina was tending his wounds and this was the first thing she said to him after seeing his beat up body.
"Bloody hell, Nicholas, you've gone and done it now." She dipped a rag into a basin of water and dabbed at his battered face. "You've made me love you."
May 1, 2011
I needed something mindless after spending a great deal of time on the road with Kerouac's On the Road (ha, I did that on purpose) and The Perfect Wife was exactly what I needed. This was my first real foray into the romance genre (The Rain Maiden kinda counts, but it was more historical laden as opposed to this one), or more affectionately known in the inner circles of the goodreads forums as "bodice rippers." I thought it was a cute and amusing read, with just the right amount of romance, adventure, and humor in a short 360 pages...the perfect poolside book.
I didn't know that this would be an adventure story until I got into maybe chapter 2, especially since the summary on the back didn't mention anything of the sort, nor did the sexy flap to the cover suggest anything other than lots of...canoodling. Nevertheless, it made the story ridiculously enjoyable, lighthearted and fun. I'm glad I got it for like $3. :)
I didn't know that this would be an adventure story until I got into maybe chapter 2, especially since the summary on the back didn't mention anything of the sort, nor did the sexy flap to the cover suggest anything other than lots of...canoodling. Nevertheless, it made the story ridiculously enjoyable, lighthearted and fun. I'm glad I got it for like $3. :)
March 26, 2019
I found this book to be funny and very good. I loved it.
June 28, 2021
Fun read! Now I need to know if Matt and Wynne get a book too 😀
June 20, 2024
Delightful!
Finally, I found a Regency romance adventure that was worth reading! I enjoy a good entertaining journey through the Regency era but the last few, new releases , were not worth my time. I ranked them as 3's. This story is exciting, good basis in the past, and contains great characters! Given a forward time , they would have really enjoyed Amelia Peabody and Emerson!
Finally, I found a Regency romance adventure that was worth reading! I enjoy a good entertaining journey through the Regency era but the last few, new releases , were not worth my time. I ranked them as 3's. This story is exciting, good basis in the past, and contains great characters! Given a forward time , they would have really enjoyed Amelia Peabody and Emerson!
May 5, 2019
I had a hard time with this book. None of the characters were that likable and the love stories weren't very believable. Nicholas and Sabrina didn't even like each other, then all of a sudden they are in Sabrina loves him. I really wanted.to like this book, but in the end it just didn't do it for me.
July 16, 2018
I just love to read the Historical Regency Romance of Victoria Alexander and sure "The Perfect Wife" was not an exception... lots of action, secrets revealed, difficulties to overcome. humour... and a happy end with an incondicional love...
October 23, 2017
An okay romance-adventure but sweet chtulhu, those sex scenes are horribly written. I've read better stuff on fanfiction.net that still made wince.
July 28, 2018
3.5/4
February 15, 2021
Who doesn't love a good pirate/smuggler story? Especially when the leader of the bandits is a woman! A great introduction to this author for me.
September 2, 2021
Una historia bonita y con partes divertidas.
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November 18, 2022
A really good read about a compelling set of characters.
June 17, 2023
wasn’t a big fan of the intricacies of the basis of their relationship and nick’s conflict towards sabrina. also kissing matt like he was her brother ?? … sus.
December 1, 2023
Great for a fast read and time travel section 😂, thanks for taking me to 1818, I believe I would’ve been like Sabrina if born in those times 🫶🏼
January 14, 2024
2.5: Things moved quickly, surface feelings, nothing much happened, could have been a better story. Liked that the H and h were older than 20's.
July 17, 2024
The usual with a slight twist - the romantic couple have grown children and it's not their first marriage so it's not the usual feisty virgin finds love story.
March 23, 2011
Sabrina Winfield has longed for stability for her daughter and herself since her first husband died young and virtually left her penniless. She has been an example of just what a young woman should be, not calling attention to herself and living an exemplary lifestyle. The Earl of Wyldewood's son is engaged to her daughter, yet he might just have designs on the Mother of the Bride. After all, he is in need of a wife himself and what a lovely woman she is. Sabrina has vowed never to need to depend on a man. Very uncharacteristically of her she decides to head to Egypt in search of treasure that will provide her daughter with a proper dowry.
I had a lot of problems with this book. I will say that I was quickly sucked into the story by a charismatic character in Lady Sabrina and her wild adventure after a treasure. However, Lady Sabrina after a few short chapters turned out to be a very annoying character. She was extremely hard headed with her own perception of things with not much bending room. She came across as immature and flighty, which I did not find endearing in the least. I liked Nicholas more than I did Sabrina. He seemed to have a good head on his shoulders and I was quick to take his side over things rather than Sabrina's, but in the end, I wondered what he saw in her.
There was a secondary love story between Sabrina's daughter Belinda and Nicholas's son Erick. Their relationship was just touched upon but did not really delve beneath the surface. I cringed at Sabrina's reaction to her daughter at times and vice versa. Belinda was exactly as Sabrina raised her, yet Sabrina would get annoyed with her daughter's behavior when that was how she was taught to behave. Sabrina and Nicholas’s love story was moderately believable at best. I can't really recommend this book. It was definitely not my style.
I had a lot of problems with this book. I will say that I was quickly sucked into the story by a charismatic character in Lady Sabrina and her wild adventure after a treasure. However, Lady Sabrina after a few short chapters turned out to be a very annoying character. She was extremely hard headed with her own perception of things with not much bending room. She came across as immature and flighty, which I did not find endearing in the least. I liked Nicholas more than I did Sabrina. He seemed to have a good head on his shoulders and I was quick to take his side over things rather than Sabrina's, but in the end, I wondered what he saw in her.
There was a secondary love story between Sabrina's daughter Belinda and Nicholas's son Erick. Their relationship was just touched upon but did not really delve beneath the surface. I cringed at Sabrina's reaction to her daughter at times and vice versa. Belinda was exactly as Sabrina raised her, yet Sabrina would get annoyed with her daughter's behavior when that was how she was taught to behave. Sabrina and Nicholas’s love story was moderately believable at best. I can't really recommend this book. It was definitely not my style.
October 13, 2008
Sabrina is a widow left alone to raise her daughter Belinda, she gave up her wild past and became a very proper woman obeying all of the society rules to ensure her daughter a good marriage. Belinda becomes engaged to Erik the son of the Earl of Wyldewood. The only problem is Sabrina has no dowry to offer, due bad investments she has been left penniless. Sabrina discovers her husband won a letter that gives the location of gold that was hidden in Egypt, the answer to her money problems. She lets her butler in on her upcoming adventure who has accompanied her in the past, with his help she locates others from her past to assist her. Once her daughter discovers what she is planning she begs her finance to help, he goes to his father the Earl of Wyldwood, Nicolas. When he arrives Sabrina is packed and ready to go he insist she cancel the trip, when she does not he decides to accompany her. Once they sail Sabrina stays in her room, she is worried that he will discover her past and call of the marriage, she decides to stop hiding and deal with him. He tells her that he had her investigated and she would make the
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