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Lovely, deep sigh... that's all I could do as I finished this book by Teresa Medeiros.

Gabriel Fairchild has returned from the Royal Navy a scarred, hard man. Thinking that his "love" ran away from him upon seeing his wounds and loss of sight, HE runs away to the country, denouncing all civility, family and friends.

Samantha Wickersham is determined to nurse Gabriel back to the proud, honorable, dashing young man he was before the war. Her fortitude, wit and integrity help her to heal his wounds, salve his soul and teach him to live (and love) again.

Together Samantha and Gabriel prove that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, even a blind beholder. And that love conquers all.

This book is intensely passionate, with strong characters, a tender story-line and a touch of mischief. By the end of the first chapter, I was so captivated by the hero and heroine that I couldn't put the book down.

I read this book in one day and enjoyed every minute of it. It has the classic "Beauty and The Beast" theme which happens to be a favorite of mine. Samantha was a spunky heroine who's quick wit and spunk made her the perfect match for her impatient patient. Gabriel was a hero to be adored. Unlike most "wounded" heroes who choose to sulk and mope about - Gabriel's defense was witty sarcasm and a beastly temper. He was a complete ass and I simply adored him!

I found myself laughing out loud several times throughout the book and even came close to shedding a tear or two.

Highly Recommended!

Re-read again and found my self drawn to each character as if it was my first read. Beautifully done. Really enjoy the story builds up, a beautifully and unexpected surprise.

a MUST read

This book was absolutely wonderful. First read by this author, and I will be reading more of her in the future. It was heartwrenching and beautiful. I've been trying to pick books from the All About Romance top 100 list. This one wasn't on it, but I picked it up at a thrift shop. And am I ever glad I did. :) I'm not sure if I'm posting this one, it may have to go on my "keeper shelf"! (sigh)

After Naval Officer Gabriel Fairchild is injured in battle, leaving him blind and scarred, he is abandoned by his fiancee. Retreating to his family's mansion, Gabriel locks himself away from those he loves. Prim Samantha Wickersham takes the position of nurse when she arrives at Fairchild Park. After meeting Gabriel who acts like a beast toward her, Samantha knows she has her work cut out for her. As Gabriel and Samantha engage in a battle of wills, she tries to drive him out of his self pity and give him back his independence.

This is a wonderful Beauty and the Beast story. Both Samantha and Gabriel are characters you want to root for. In addition, the secondary characters are well-rounded and a great addition to this story. My rating: 4.5 Stars.

This was another of Teresa Medeiros's books that kept me up many a night reading it! Tender, funny, loving, and wonderful ending.