FREE Shipping on $35 or more! Please try againSorry, we failed to record your vote. There were a couple of references to the cringeworthy "Ancient Zamar" but thankfully that boringly plotted place didn't feature much in this book. Surely noted antiquities scholar Leo Drake can explain the history of the treasure and point her in the right direction.
Barbara Rosenblatt is not my favorite narrator, primarily because she goes in for too many long pauses.
She shares the...Leo Drake, the "Mad Monk of Monkcrest," is notoriously eccentric and unquestionably reclusive. Rather far-fetched, especially how they get together so quickly, but interesting, nonetheless. Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. But these are minor issues. There are 1 items available. She had a sixth sense about old items. Wicked Widow: Number 3 in series (Vanza) The main characters were likeable and engaging.
The irrepressible Quick (a.k.a. Leo, a wealthy Earl, spends much of his free time engaged in scholarly research. Whenever I haven't a clue what to read next but want something I know I am going to enjoy I always pick up either an Amanda Quick, J D Robb or (early) Julia Garwood. No missing pages. She lives in the Seattle area. With This Ring By Amanda Quick - FictionDB. Loving and caring can be shown in other ways than soft words and silky caresses – not that there’s anything wrong with that. "An author must decide early on whether to write for the readers or the critics, because there is generally no way to please both." This item will be shipped through the Global Shipping Program and includes international tracking. The plots are too melodramatic, the men are too alpha, and the relationships are borderline creepy in too many of these books. And, while the mystery did bring these two together and keep them together, I found that by the time they solved the mystery, my interest in it had very nearly passed.What likely will bother many readers is the seeming lack of character study. Here is a quick description and cover image of book With This Ring (Vanza, #1) written by Amanda Quick which was published in 1998-1-1. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. and more likely to rescue him from boredom. Otherwise, this one didn't break any molds. I Thee Wed: Number 2 in series (Vanza)
When Leo tells her to give up the quest, that the rings are exceedingly dangerous, Beatrice becomes all the more determined to find them. As they try to solve the mystery of the rings, their personal lives become entwined and start resembling one of Beatrice's wild novels. I enjoyed his role from the opening scenes of the book right through the end. But With This Ring by Amanda Quick was highly recommended, and since the audio book was part of the AudWhen it comes to historical romances written in the 20th century, I have not had much luck.
Knowing Leo's reputation as an expert on historical ephemera, she insists on learning what he knows about the rings, with the intent of regaining them.
The free-thinking authoress of 'horrid novels', Beatrice is searching for the Forbidden Rings of Aphrodite, a mythic treasure she suspects played a role in her uncle's death. Rather than pressure the man for more answers or follow him to see where he goes, etc., Leo decides to just leave and come back 3/4 of the way through the book. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations I really liked both the hero and heroine, and enjoyed the way they ended up together. Mouse over to Zoom- … Beatrice Poole, a widow and secretly the author of romantic “horrid” novels, contacts Lord Leo Drake to assist her in locating a valuable relic. There are surprising turns in the mystery sub plot (which actually helps the love story). It is one of those really fluid books that you can't stop reading. (136) Picture Information. This would be the 2nd Amanda Quick book I’ve read, and I must say both story and pretty similar in context. With This Ring: the bestselling Historical Regency romance (Vanza Book 1)
This would be the 2nd Amanda Quick book I’ve read, and I must say both story and pretty similar in context. But he is also a noted antiquities expert, which is why Beatrice Poole has demanded his reluctant assistance. Leo Drake, the 'Mad Monk of Monkcrest', is notoriously eccentric and unquestionably reclusive. delightful story, but not a Regency and no character growth Please enter a number less than or equal to 1.Will usually ship within 1 business day of receiving cleared payment. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Start by marking “With This Ring (Vanza, #1)” as Want to Read: Lie By Moonlight: Number 4 in series (Vanza) Intelligent, well-matched protagonists, Quick's lively, humorous writing style, and a plot that presents the typical romance and glitter of the Regency period unexpectedly laced with poison, murder, and a few surprising turns, result in a story that won't disappoint. Very interesting mystery. Because this is the fourteenth Regency romance written by Quick (a pseudonym for Jayne Ann Krentz), the only question to ask is, Is it as good as her others? Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 9, 2013.
Also, the hero's two older sons, 17 and 18, set this romance apart from most others. With This Ring (Vanza) ISBN : 9780553574098 Title : With This Ring (Vanza) Authors : Quick, Amanda Binding : Mass Market Paperback Publisher : Bantam Publication Date : Feb 2 1999 Condition : Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Leo Drake ("the mad monk") is a very likable well portrayed character. $2.99 + $4.58 shipping .