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The Secret Passion of Simon Blackwell (Avon Historical Romance) Kindle Edition
A cruel twist of fate changed Simon Blackwell’s life irreparably. A man of intense passions, he resolved to deny his emotions and desires forever, taking refuge in the wilds of the moorlands and shutting himself off from the world. But on one extraordinary night, on a rare trip to London, the unthinkable occurs. An intoxicatingly beautiful stranger stirs the sensuous hunger he has sworn to resist. Simon Blackwell believed that no woman could tempt him.
No woman . . . save Annabel McBride.
Annabel knows nothing of Simon’s secret pain. But one irresistible kiss plunges her into marriage with a man she scarcely knows, a man who hides a shattered past. She can feel the blistering heat of the fire that smolders within this exquisitely handsome man, making her yearn for much more than the union in name only he has promised her.
But Simon dares not love again—for fragile love can be lost in an instant. And now Annabel must find a way to open his heart to the most glorious risk of all . . .
“Rich, meaty, sexy and honest.” —Publishers Weekly
“Filled with delicious angst and quiet beauty.” —Booklist
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherHarperCollins e-books
- Publication dateOctober 13, 2009
- File size1110 KB
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About the Author
It was Samantha James's love of reading as a child that steered her toward a writing career. Among her favorites in those days were the Trixie Belden and Cherry Ames series of books. She still loves a blend of mystery and romance, and, of course, a happily-ever-after ending. The award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of many romances and one novella, her books have ranged from medieval to Regency.
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- ASIN : B000OVLJV4
- Publisher : HarperCollins e-books (October 13, 2009)
- Publication date : October 13, 2009
- Language : English
- File size : 1110 KB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Sticky notes : On Kindle Scribe
- Print length : 381 pages
- Best Sellers Rank: #36,628 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #504 in Victorian Historical Romance (Kindle Store)
- #777 in Regency Historical Romance
- #831 in Regency Romances
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"...This was a beautiful love story. Took some time getting there but great read." Read more
"...Anne finds Simon irritatingly attractive. He's rude, bossy and irresistible...." Read more
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"...Fear is the main theme here. The story is very relatable. The arguments and how they come to overcome Simon's feeling of loss is touching...." Read more
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Anne finds Simon irritatingly attractive. He's rude, bossy and irresistible. Anne doesn't know about Simon's tragic past and is confused by the mixed signals he's sending her. She can sense that he wants her but he refuses to take her. Anne wants more from Simon than an in name only marriage. She wants his passion. She wants his heart. But does Simon have a heart left to give?
Historical romance fans take note, do not miss this sensual first book in what promises to be a delicious new Samantha James trilogy. The Secret Passion of Simon Blackwell brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart.
I must admit that I now have a secret passion FOR Simon Blackwell. A man that loves with his whole heart just rings my bell. Simon's love for Anne and hers for him was just heart warming.
The Secret Passion of Simon Blackwell is not to be missed!
Annmarie reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed
To me this a 5 star book. It is not your usual round of meet, marry, fight a villain, and happily ever after. There is no villain in this story. The only hindrance to finding love is Simon's difficulty in letting go of the past and starting over. Fear is the main theme here. The story is very relatable. The arguments and how they come to overcome Simon's feeling of loss is touching. The intimate scenes are tasteful and descriptive. I have this book in paperback and have read it many times throughout the years and still love it.
Later she learns he is widowed. He had a wife and two sons who were killed five years ago in a storm. His last words to his youngest son haunts him to this day.
Annabel attempts to seduce and ends up succeeding. Soon after the consummation, she learns she is pregnant and dreads telling him about it.. However she need not worry because he is in love with her.
I liked this book but I have to admit there are many other books that are better than this one.
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Samantha James taucht tief in die Gefühlswelt ihrer Protagonisten ein und lässt den Leser so intensiv mitfühlen, dass auf jeden Fall ein Taschentuch bereitliegen muss!
Ein Buch fürs Herz, bei dem die Erotik nicht zu kurz kommt.
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