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Moira Hughes’s stepfather has died, and although the bulk of the family holdings must pass to a relative, a codicil to his will secures her and her mother’s future – or so she believes. When their London solicitor denies all knowledge of this codicil, practical, country bred Moira must put aside both pride and propriety, travel to London and press her rights. Once there she resolves to confront her stepfather’s heir, the dashing black sheep of the family whom she believes has unlawfully withheld her rightful share of the family fortune. Graham Foster, treasure hunter and Egyptian antiquities expert, must leave his adventurous life to return to England and claim the barony left him by a distant cousin. Upon his arrival he discovers his estranged and spoiled family making free with his inherited home and fortune, while a dazzling, dark-haired step-cousin several times removed adamantly accuses him of foul play. There are times he feels his only true friend is his pet African Sun Spider . . . Coming to a wary truce and teetering on a middle ground of irresistible if imprudent desire, Graham and Moira team up to hunt for her lost treasure. A trail of fraud, deceit and murder leads them through the streets of London and into each other’s arms, and to the most unlikely of conclusions. |
Reviews
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4
Hearts! “This
is an amusing, engaging, historical romance starring two likeable
heroes and a zany out of control support cast.… Fans will
enjoy Graham’s efforts to prove to Moira that men like
Everett and himself don’t stray from love.” “In Fortune’s
Kiss, Lisa Manuel has written an entertaining,
creative story.… The story is enthralling and entertaining,
and the plot is not one I have encountered before, and it
held my interest all the way through.… You will enjoy
every aspect of this unique and sinfully delicious story.” “Fortune’s
Kiss is a very well-written Victorian romance
with a twist.… The resulting adventure will keep the
reader engaged to the end.” “Treachery,
lies, and murder are all present in this tale of fortunes lost
and found. Fortune’s Kiss is
a fast paced and easy read that will have readers thinking about
what is going to happen next.” “Ms.
Manuel has crafted a cunning story of treachery…. Settle
down with some tea and cakes and put up your feet. Fortune’s
Kiss is an excellent Sunday afternoon read.” “Manuel
deftly explores family dynamics, making Fortune’s
Kiss a layered, romantic story.” “With
the help of some out-of-ordinary characters—including
a palm-sized Egyptian spider—and period humor, Manuel
delivers a pleasant story about the importance of love and trust.” “Lisa
Manuel’s Fortune’s Kiss has
something for everyone to enjoy. Suspense, murder, mystery,
even moments of laughter. This was a delightful romantic suspense
novel.” “.
. . fun love story with a nice background of mystery.” |
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