When New York Times bestselling author Victoria Alexander created the Effingtons, she introduced an irresistible clan. Now, meet her most unforgettable hero yet...
Dashing Jonathon Effington, the Marquess of Helmsley, has had more than one lady willingly fall into his arms. But he's so delicious none has ever complained at their inevitable parting. And while Jonathon's no stranger to passion of the flesh, his heart has remained untouched. Until now...
At each Christmas Ball, Jonathon selects a delectable lady to share the pleasures of the evening--after all, it's a holiday tradition! But he is shocked to discover that his choice is replaced by an enchanting stranger who surprises him with a proposal of marriage. Beautiful Fiona Fairchild is desperate--only a wedding will save her sisters and her inheritance. But Jonathon has no interest in marriage, and what starts as a shocking proposal turns into a scandalous proposition that might ruin them both...
A good airplane book, but a little odd in concept. There is no real sense of the historical period, and I'm lukewarm about it. Not quite bad enough to be a wallbanger, but not good enough to recommend, either. The author's writing style was okay. Good enough to pass the time, I guess
John O. (buzzby) from LA QUINTA, CA wrote on 8/5/2007...
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Dashing Jonathon Effington, Marquess... Oh, you mean you've read this part already?
Frances H. (Fran) from STOCKTON, MO wrote on 4/5/2006...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
It's time for the annual Effington Christmas ball, where each year Jonathan Effington chooses a lady to woo. He's set his sights on a most agreeable woman when he's sidestepped by Fiona Fairchild, who has been led to believe that he wants a wife and it's going to be her.
Fiona desperately needs him to secure her inheritance, and Jonathan thinks he can help her by collaborating on a book combining her drawings (of shockingly naked men) and his plot. Together, they'll make publishing history.
Only Jonathan never plans to get the book published, he's just trying to help Fiona. But he enjoys her wit and wants to keeping working alongside this intriguing woman. With a little help from their friends, this tale ends, as all the wonderful Effington stories do, with love and joy.
Diane M. (bookaholic) from PARADISE, PA wrote on 3/24/2006...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
1853 England --
Another gem from Victoria Alexander. Good read!
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Cindy E. from PEMBROKE PNES, FL wrote on 3/15/2008...
Dashing Jonathon Effington, the Marquess of Helmsley, has had more than one lady willingly fall into his arms. But he's so delicious none has ever complained at there inevitable parting. And while Jonathon's no stranger to passion of the flesh, his heart has remained untouched. Until now...
At each Christmas Ball, Jonathon selects a delectable lady to share the pleasures of the evening-after all, it's a holiday tradition! But he is shocked to discover that his choice is replaced by an enchanting stranger who surprises him with a proposal of marriage. Beautiful Fiona Fairchil is desperate- only a wedding will save her sisters and her inheritance. But Jonathon has no interest in marriage, and what starts as a shocking proposal turns into a scandolous proposition that might ruin them both...
Melissa N. from HARWOOD, ND wrote on 5/12/2007...
This is a great book Victoria Alexander is one of my favorites!
Lisa R. (VenusJewel) from BRANDON, FL wrote on 4/4/2007...
Wonderful story as always from Victoria Alexander. This one is Jonathan Effington's story, which I believe comes right after A Visit from Sir Nicholas.
Tina S. from IRVING, TX wrote on 3/20/2007...
another great story about the Effington family. Jonathon Effington and Fiona Fairchild
Esther G. from N HOLLYWOOD, CA wrote on 1/27/2007...
At each Christmas Ball, Jonathan Effington, the Marquess of Helmsley, selects a delectable lady to share the pleasures of the evening. But he is shocked to discover that his choice is replaced by an enchanting stranger who surprises him with a proposal of marriage.
Alora C. M. from CANTON, MS wrote on 1/19/2007...
Dashing Jonathon Effington, the Marquess of Helmsley, has had more than one lady willingly fall into his arms. But he's so delicious none has ever complained at thier inevitable parting. And while Jonathon's no stranger to passion of the flesh, his heart has remained untouched. Until now. . .
At each Christmas Ball, Jonathon selects a delectable lady to share the pleasures of the evening-after all, it's a holiday tradition! But he is shocked to discover that his choice is replaced by an enchantin stranger who surprises him with a proposal of marriage. Beautiful Fiona Fairchild is desperate-only a wedding will save her sisters and her inheritance. But Jonathon has no interest in marriage, and what starts as a shocking proposal turns into a scandalous proposition hat might ruin them both.. .
Lynn C. from TRENTON, FL wrote on 6/18/2006...
Dashing Jonathon Effington, the Marquess of Helmsley, has had more than one lady willingly fall into his arms. But he's so delicious none has ever complained at their inevitable parting. And while Jonathon's no stranger to passion of the flesh, his heart has remained untouched. Until now... At each Christmas Ball, Jonathon selects a delectable lady to share the pleasures of the evening after all, it's a holiday tradition! But he is shocked to discover that his choice is replaced by an enchanting stranger who surprises him with a proposal of marriage. Beautiful Fiona Fairchild is desperare only a wedding will save her sisters and her inheritance. But Jonathon has no interest in marriage, and what starts as a shocking proposal turns into a scandalous propostition that might ruin them both...
Ofelia F. (liamirel) from VICTORIA, TX wrote on 6/14/2006...
Dashing Jonathon Effington, the Marqauess of Helmsley, has has more than one lady willingly fall into his arms. But he's so delicious none has ever complained at their inevitable parting. And while Jonathon's no stranger to passion of the flesh, his heart has remained untouched. Until now...At each Christmas Ball, Jonathon selects a delectable lady to share the pleasures of the evening-after all, it's a holiday tradition! But he is shocked to discover that his choice is replaced by an enchanting stranger who surprises him with a proposal of marriage. Beautiful Fiona Fairchild is desperate- only a wedding will save her sisters and her inheritance. But Jonathon has no interest in marriage, and what starts as a shocking proposal turns into a scandalous proposition that might ruin them both...
Catherine D. (kadouds) from PEACHTREE CTY, GA wrote on 5/26/2006...
A good storyline. Enjoyable!
Debra M. (dreamer) from CLEWISTON, FL wrote on 4/12/2006...
Dashing Jonathon Effinton, the Marquess of Helmsley, has had more than one lady willingly fall into his arms. but he's so delicious none has ever complained at their inevitable parting. And while Jonathons no stranger to passion of the flesh, his heart has remained untouched. Until now. At each Christmas Ball, Jonathon selects a delectable lady to share the pleasures of the evening, after all, it's a holiday tradition. But he is shocked to discover that his choice is replaced by an enchanting stranger who surprises him with a proposal of marriage. Beautiful Fiona Fairchild is desperate, only a wedding will save her sisters and her inheritance. But Jonathon has no interest in marriage and what starts as a shocking proposal turns into a scandalous proposition that might ruin them both