Review: Intimate Strangers....
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 3, 2012
Sir Aric Claydon; hardened, fearless Knight and Overlord to three vast Estates, awarded to him by King William the Conqueror.  Aric receives these Lands for his successful battlefield prowess and faithful and loyal service in the conquest of England.  He's also awarded a Bride - - Lady Danielle Gravane.  I liked Sir Aric for the most part, but some of the time I really wanted to knock the snot outta him.  In the end I had to say "whudda man"!Lady Danielle is not a ravishing beauty and personally I found this character trait refreshing for a change.  Even though I prefer stories where the female character role is silly gorgeous, I found this intelligent, average looking female character interesting, realistic and original.  She was perfect!  I loved her passion and desire as well as her cursing.  Hilarious.This was a simple, uncomplicated story containing all the usual variables and elements needed for a good romantic plot, with very little drama, intrigue or excitement..  There is the usual villain(s) which arise in the form of Rebels.... and Sir Aric, with his seasoned Knights, that thwarts the rebel cause and saves the day.  All the while he's coming to terms with the conundrum of his unwanted growing feelings for his new wife, Lady Danielle.There are a few loose threads that cause the reader to pause and go "hmmmmm" a few times...but nothing that really distracts from the story.  At least not for me.  I loved how this Author intertwined actual historical events into her storyline.  All in all, a simple but good, non-overwhelming plot that was vastly entertaining.