With the new fad of Downton Abbey (and Im speaking as an avid fan myself), it seems there will probably be a great many more regencies showing up on the Christian fiction market. But what I liked about Moonlight Masquerade is that it doesnt have to fit any one mold or expectation. The story was fresh, interesting and engaging.
I liked the espionage angle and it is definitely one of those upstairs/downstairs relationships with a twist that I wasnt sure the two main characters could actually fall in love. Amazing, considering they are the main characters. (wink)
I love titles that actually match a scene within the story and the masquerade under moonlight is definitely one such moment. Oh goodnesstalk about a good fiction moment.
Parts of the story werent *as* engaging as far as the actual telling of the story and I thought parts a bit repetitive, but overall the story was one Im still glad I took the time to read.
Several sections during the story bore a delightful smidge of humor. Secondary characters had strength beyond the page and gave delightful spice to the story. I enjoyed reading the progression and character growth. An overall entertaining read.
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the publishers for my copy to review
**Available March 2013 from Revell, a division of Baker Publishers**
I liked the espionage angle and it is definitely one of those upstairs/downstairs relationships with a twist that I wasnt sure the two main characters could actually fall in love. Amazing, considering they are the main characters. (wink)
I love titles that actually match a scene within the story and the masquerade under moonlight is definitely one such moment. Oh goodnesstalk about a good fiction moment.
Parts of the story werent *as* engaging as far as the actual telling of the story and I thought parts a bit repetitive, but overall the story was one Im still glad I took the time to read.
Several sections during the story bore a delightful smidge of humor. Secondary characters had strength beyond the page and gave delightful spice to the story. I enjoyed reading the progression and character growth. An overall entertaining read.
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the publishers for my copy to review
**Available March 2013 from Revell, a division of Baker Publishers**
What an enjoyable story!! Ruth Axtell is known for her smaller books but she can write just as engaging a book when it is full length. The whole espionage spy parts were really funny and the characters were quite appealing. There were times I wasn't sure they would even get together, as much as they liked each other.
I have to admit, there were a couple times were the storyline just kind of fell flat. Parts of things being repeated, etc. But these are few and far between and the rest of the plot was too intriguing for me to stop. And the opening scene is quite funny:) Rees is spying in the bedroom and ends up spending half the night in a wardrobe. Don't ask, just pick up your own copy and find out!! I also liked how the secondary characters added to the story. They were almost just as fun as the main hero and heroine. Great regency romance that I really enjoyed.
Available March 2013 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
I received a copy of this book for my review purposes. I did not receive any monetary compensation. All thoughts are 100% mine.
I have to admit, there were a couple times were the storyline just kind of fell flat. Parts of things being repeated, etc. But these are few and far between and the rest of the plot was too intriguing for me to stop. And the opening scene is quite funny:) Rees is spying in the bedroom and ends up spending half the night in a wardrobe. Don't ask, just pick up your own copy and find out!! I also liked how the secondary characters added to the story. They were almost just as fun as the main hero and heroine. Great regency romance that I really enjoyed.
Available March 2013 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
I received a copy of this book for my review purposes. I did not receive any monetary compensation. All thoughts are 100% mine.
This historical romance set in the Regency period is a lovely mix of the upper class, intrigue and romance. My favorite character is Rees Philips, an office worker in the British Foreign Office, who is sent undercover to spy on the vivacious and intelligent, Lady Celine Wexham. If you enjoy historical romance with strong characters, I think you will enjoy this book.
