Scandal in Spring by Lisa Kleypas { Review}

Scandal in Spring

{ Wallflowers #4}

by Lisa Kleypas

Paperback, 374 pages

Published July 25th 2006 by Avon Books

 (first published January 1st 2006)

After spending three London seasons searching for a husband, Daisy Bowman's father has told her in no uncertain terms that she must find a husband. Now. And if Daisy can't snare an appropriate suitor, she will marry the man he chooses—the ruthless and aloof Matthew Swift.

Daisy is horrified. A Bowman never admits defeat, and she decides to do whatever it takes to marry someone . . . anyone . . . other than Matthew. But she doesn't count on Matthew's unexpected charm . . . or the blazing sensuality that soon flares beyond both their control. And Daisy discovers that the man she has always hated just might turn out to be the man of her dreams.

But right at the moment of sweet surrender, a scandalous secret is uncovered . . . one that could destroy both Matthew and a love more passionate and irresistible than Daisy's wildest fantasies.

First Line(s): " I have made a decision about Daisy's future," Thomas Bowman announced to his wife and daughter.

Favorite Quote(s): “Most lives are not distinguished by great achievements. They are measured by an infinite number of small ones. Each time you do a kindness for someone or bring a smile to his face, it gives your life meaning. Never doubt your value, little friend. The world would be a dismal place without you in it. ” 

My Review: I loved Scandal in Spring. It took me awhile to pick this series back up since reading the 3rd book but it was all fresh and clear once I did. The characters in The Wallflower series stay with you long after your put the book(s) down.

I am pretty sure if you read any reviews on Scandal in Spring ( or The Wallflower series in a whole) you will see why so many have fallen in love with it. L. Kleypas knows her historical romances and she is a pro! The story line flows from page one till the very last period. You are left wanting more and lacking sleep. She uses amazing descriptions not only in the locations the stories take place but in the words she uses for her characters. Close your eyes and you know exactly how Daisy and Matthew look.

I am sad to be at the end of this wonderful series! If you haven't picked a book up by Lisa Kleypas, do yourself a favor and get to it.... any book will do! Better yet, read them ALL!!

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Until next time... Happy Reading!

Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas {Review}

Devil in Winter
{ Wallflowers #3}
by Lisa Kleypas


Mass Market Paperback, 374 pages
Published February 28th 2006 by Avon Books

A DEVIL'S BARGAIN

Easily the shyest Wallflower, Evangeline Jenner stands to become the wealthiest, once her inheritance comes due. Because she must first escape the clutches of her unscrupulous relatives, Evie has approached the rake Viscount St. Vincent with a most outrageous proposition: marriage!

Sebastian's reputation is so dangerous that thirty seconds alone with him will ruin any maiden's good name. Still, this bewitching chit appeared, unchaperoned, on his doorstep to offer her hand. Certainly an aristocrat with a fine eye for beauty could do far worse.

But Evie's proposal comes with a condition: no lovemaking after their wedding night. She will never become just another of the dashing libertine's callously discarded broken hearts --- which means Sebastian will simply have to work harder at his seductions ... or perhaps surrender his own heart for the very first time in the name of true love.

First Line(s): As Sebastian St. Vincent stared at the young woman who had just barged her way into his London residence, it occurred to him that he might have tried to abduct the wrong heiress last week at Stony Cross Park.


Favorite Line(s): “I want to fill every part of you, breathe the air from your lungs and leave my handprints on your soul. I want to give you more pleasure than you can bear.”


“Mysteries of attraction could not always be explained through logic. Sometimes the fractures in two separate souls became the very hinges that held them together.”


My Review: If you love a good historical romance series, Lisa Kleypas should be one of your go to authors.
Devil in Winter is the 3rd installment in her wallflower series and it is solid!


Opposites attract is played out in this book and we see that love can and does change ones live and their past ways. Evie and Sebastian are dynamic together and I love the spunk and sass Evie hands out to Sebastian.

Here's a story where you have the leading lady knowing what she wants and has no problem going after it! A keeper for all bookshelves!

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Until next time...Happy Reading!

It Happened One Autumn by Lisa Kleypas {Review}

It Happened One Autumn
{ Wallflowers Series #2}
by Lisa Kleypas

Four young ladies enter London society with one necessary goal: they must use their feminine wit and wiles to find a husband. So they band together, and a daring husband-hunting scheme is born.

It happened at the ball...

Where beautiful but bold Lillian Bowman quickly learned that her independent American ways weren't entirely "the thing." And the most disapproving of all was insufferable, snobbish, and impossible Marcus, Lord Westcliff, London's most eligible aristocrat.

It happened in the garden...

When Marcus shockingly—and dangerously—swept her into his arms. Lillian was overcome with a consuming passion for a man she didn't even like. Time stood still; it was as if no one else existed...thank goodness they weren't caught very nearly in the act!

It happened one autumn...

Marcus was a man in charge of his own emotions, a bedrock of stability. But with Lillian, every touch was exquisite torture, every kiss an enticement for more. Yet how could he consider taking a woman so blatantly unsuitable...as his bride?

First Line: Two young women stood at the threshold of the perfumery, one tugging impatiently at the arm of the other.

Favorite Line: "Dear," Daisy said softly, " the next time you face a room full of strangers... You might tell yourself that some of them are just friends waiting to be found."

My Review: Another enjoyable read from Lisa Kleypas in her Wallflower series! Marcus and Lillian were a perfect fit for one another. It Happened One Autumn had plenty of sexy scenes with equal parts humor ( perfection)! This book was a fast read which is always a plus for this reader, I need you to grab hold of me right from the start and make me unable to put book door ( otherwise I will put book down and life will cause me to foget all about it).
It Happened One Autumn makes me very excited to pick up Devil in Winter.

If you haven't read the Wallflower series, wait no longer.... they are delicious!

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Secrets of a Summer Night by Lisa Kleypas {Review}

Secrets of a Summer Night

{ Wallflowers Series #1}

by Lisa Kleypas

Mass Market Paperback, 375 pages

Published December 1st 2006 by Avon Books

"Four young ladies enter London society with one common goal: they must use their feminine wit and wiles to find a husband. So a daring husband-hunting scheme is born."
Annabelle Peyton, determined to save her family from disaster, decides to use her beauty and wit to tempt a suitable nobleman into making an offer of marriage. But Annabelle's most intriguing--and persistent--admirer, wealthy, powerful Simon Hunt, has made it clear that while he will introduce her to irresistible pleasure he will not offer marriage. Annabelle is determined to resist his unthinkable proposition . . . but it is impossible in the face of such skillful seduction.

Her friends, looking to help, conspire to entice a more suitable gentleman to offer for Annabelle, for only then will she be safe from Simon--and her own longings. But on one summer night, Annabelle succumbs to Simon's passionate embrace and tempting kisses . . . and she discovers that love is the most dangerous game of all.

First Line(s): Although Annabelle Peyton had been warned all her life never to take money from strangers, she made an exception one day... and quickly discovered why she should have heeded her mother's advice.

Favorite Line(s): “The truth is, you can never really know a man until you've loaned him money. And you can never know a woman until you've slept in her bed.”

My Review: I enjoyed this book! If you love "historical" romances this is right up your alley. Mega points for being written by the delightful Lisa Kleypas!

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Until Next time... Happy Reading!