Review: Christian Gothic and it Works Well
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 11, 2010
Originally posted at: [...]The Scottish moors - a perfect setting for a Gothic romance.Felicity Worthington certainly was surprised when her rescuer after a storm turns out to be the same person she'd come to wreak revenge upon. She's a plucky heroine with a duty to her friend to act out. She is utterly confused when she meets Graeme. She actually likes him and doesn't know if she should distrust him or not.Graeme McCraken, Lord Hamel, is the same man Felicity thought of as the devil himself before she met him. In actuality, he has a gentle spirit, a strong belief in God and a handsome visage hard for any woman to resist. Yet, he seems cursed as everyone he's loved have met bitter ends. His heart is heavy and he's had to keep it closed after so much loss.What a delightfully written book. Each sentence held me in suspense, wanting to know what would happen next. Ms. Beaumont has a beautiful style of writing. The author's vast knowledge of words is apparent from the very first sentence. And these juicy gems draw you into the story at first glance. Her powerful word choices paint a picture that enamors and enthralls. Wonderful dialogue, both internal and external. It was believable as 19th century speech.I was very excited to read this story as it was purported to be a Gothic in the true sense of a Gothic romance. The author uses the natural elements to display emotions and the plot of revenge comes to the fore from the very beginning. Then there are supposed curses and unexplained deaths. It was a thrill -- really and truly. Though only a story of less than a hundred words, it is complete and fully satisfying and I have to recommend it for fans of Gothic Romance.