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Other Versions of this Book: Audio CD (Unabridged), Hardcover, Hardcover
Book Description:
Nothing ever goes right for Eloise. The day she wears her new suede boots, it rains. When the subway stops short, she's the one thrown into some stranger's lap. And she's had her share of misfortune in the way of love. So, after deciding that romantic heroes must be a thing of the past, Eloise is ready for a fresh start.
Setting off for England, Eloise is determined to finish her dissertation on two spies, the Scarlet Pimpernel and the Purple Gentian. But what she discovers is something historians have missed: the secret history of the Pink Carnation-the most elusive spy of all time. As she works to unmask this obscure spy, Eloise has more and more questions. Like, how did the Pink Carnation save England from Napoleon? What became of the Scarlet Pimpernel and the Purple Gentian? And will Eloise Kelly escape her bad luck and find a living, breathing hero of her own?
Setting off for England, Eloise is determined to finish her dissertation on two spies, the Scarlet Pimpernel and the Purple Gentian. But what she discovers is something historians have missed: the secret history of the Pink Carnation-the most elusive spy of all time. As she works to unmask this obscure spy, Eloise has more and more questions. Like, how did the Pink Carnation save England from Napoleon? What became of the Scarlet Pimpernel and the Purple Gentian? And will Eloise Kelly escape her bad luck and find a living, breathing hero of her own?
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Charlie M. (
9 member(s) found this review helpful.
Although the action in the book keeps it moving and entertaining, there was less in the way of mystery and way more in the way of chick lit than I anticipated (full pages to describe a kiss). Part swashbuckler/part screwball comedy/part romance is the best way I can find to sum this one up.
Jan M. (
5 member(s) found this review helpful.
4 1/2 stars (but the system wouldn't let me click stars) A delightful tale of two young ladies and their devastatingly attractive male nemeses in 2 centuries. Eloise and Colin in the present and Amy and Richard in Napoleanic England and France are all such fun. As one who LOVES the Scarlet Pimpernel, book and both movies, this book was difficult to put down and I can't wait to read the sequel.
5 member(s) found this review helpful.
Piece of fluff about a female successor to the Scarlet Pimpernel. Really fun, in spite of the stock bodice ripper love scenes
4 member(s) found this review helpful.
Liked it so much I'm keeping it! Light, funny romance with plenty of adventure. Brilliant peripheral characters like Jane and Miss Gwen. Would have liked to have more with the guys (Richard, Miles, Geoff). Enjoyed it immensely, laughed out loud in public, and will definitely read sequels.
4 member(s) found this review helpful.
I had heard many good things about this book -- and I definitely agree. I loved the chick lit/spy novel/historical fiction combination. Amy was a fun character and her interaction with Richard was a joy to read. I just had a really good time reading this book.
4 member(s) found this review helpful.
Why did I finish this book? I haven't a clue. Color me surprised at the graphic deflowering scene I skipped...
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
Although this book has moments of brilliant writing, they are typically when the main character is not interacting with others. It is alternatively witty / funny and then corny / standard romance fodder. Still a good and fun read especially if you like stories about the French Revolution and / or the Scarlett Pimpernell.
Tara L. (
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
A fun cross between historical fiction and chick lit. I really enjoyed it, as a fun, pass the time kind of book. Doesn't get deep into the history side, but more skims the facts on Napoleonic France.
Caroline O. (
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
What a great, light, historical romance. Easy to read and the author leaves you wanting more. I can't wait to read her second book. If you like historical fiction with romance and want something easy to read (sometimes I felt the writing was a little on the YA side) then this is the book for you.
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
Chick lit with a historical twist.
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Keri (After my first initial misgivings I stuck with the book and am so glad that I did. I appreciated the mystery in the book as well as the humor and of course, romance. Fun storyline and enough to keep me interested in ordering the 2nd book in the series! 2 Thumbs Up!
Izzy M. (This book kept me interested and it was a great historical fiction. BEWARE: there are Steam scenes.
Lacey B. (I loved this book it's got a variety of genres and keeps you interested. Finished it in one night!
A fun read. A more sophisticated historical romance. I couldn't put it down.
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