Review: Phenomenal Historical Romance serial continues...
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 23, 2012
*I received this book for review from author. Since The Rake and a Recluse is a serial series, I have read and reviewed parts 1-3 together. Read the full review at: Book Savvy Babe.com*Review Thoughts on the series:Jenn LeBlanc's photography interspersed throughout the story only enhances the story. Illustrated novels are a very new concept (as far as I know, unique to Jenn LeBlanc), but with both visually stunning photographs and impressive writing Jenn LeBlanc has created a new format for a literary masterpiece.Each installment of this series is uniquely crafted to focus the storyline and engage readers. With the story broken into segments, the reader is able to really learn each of the characters and understand the setting. The reader is transported from the pages of the book into the story.Review for Part 3:In Taken, Gideon and Francine's relationship moves into hot territory. The pair have finally come to terms with their attraction to each other, and have embraced that attraction. The chemistry that stems from their relationship sizzles, but at the same time, the respect they have for each other is shown creating a believable, very solid relationship. Gideon and Francine submit to propriety by courting properly and having a chaperon present on outings (this does not stop them from stealing private moments alone). Soon, the group is off to London to take care of business and announce Francine to society. Just as soon as Francine and Gideon are ready to start their lives together, Francine is kidnapped and her hopeful future is crashed.Taken is the hottest installment in the series thus far. However, the steamy scenes are not the only hot part, the language is stunning as well. The interactions and the dialogue between the characters is beautiful. The quality of Ms LeBlanc's work has me amazed and my devotion to this series is solidified. When I read this installment, I felt emotions right along with the characters, and the words became so much more than mere words. Taken ends at a very volatile time, Francine is Taken, and Gideon and Perry can only guess as to the best way to find her. One thing is for sure, part four of the series, Ruination, holds much promise.