Review: The Lady and the buccaneer - great period romance
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 4, 2011
Francine Howarth's 'Her Favoured Captain' is not your usual historical romp with formulaic plots replete with stunningly handsome heroes and heroines. Her writing offers much more. This story is a delightful short read, ideal for that trip on the train, but hold the blushes. The plot is not altogether unique, but the telling is as the author captures a speech truly historical. It has been said that Ms Howarth's stories could be likened to a Stephanie Lauren novel. Her style is different and the dialogue sharp and undeniably romantic throughout the story. The innocent, loyal and brave Lady Emerald is awaiting her fate - to be married to a nobleman, as yet unknown to her in order to pay for her brother's debts. Positively medieval, right? But while awaiting her fate, the lady happens upon a mysterious buccaneer, who first steals her kisses, then her heart. A great read for lovers of period romance. I'm looking forward to reading Ms Howarth's latest, Scandalous Whispers.Denise Covey (L'Aussie)