Review: I tried to like it but . . .
Rating: 2 out of 5
Date: 12 7, 2013
Sorry, but I could not like this book no matter how hard I tried to.I really love Georgette Heyer's Historical Romances and part of this plot of this book was lifted directly from The Grand Sophy. Even the mention of the ducklings reminded me of The Grand Sophy.Sadly, Oh Cherry Ripe was not at all as good.Yes, the language appropiate to the period was there, but somehow stilted, as if it was alien to the author. I feel if she was truly immersed in the time, it would have flowed more naturally.Many situations did not gel with the book as described, including the sexual interludes.It's a shame. I think the author has what makes a great writer - I wish I was - but needs to immerse herself in a different time to be successful in this field.I wish you luck Claudy Conn and I will check to see if you write contemporary romance novels.