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Saturday, August 18, 2012
Winners of Georgette Heyer Titles and Hell on Wheels!
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Giveaway: Discover Georgette Heyer!
Here is a chance to win THREE Georgette Heyer titles courtesy of Sourcebooks.
(a) Share your "Heyer Moment": when you first discovered Georgette Heyer; what was her first book that you read; what is your favorite Heyer title.
LEAVE your email so I can contact you if you win!
Here are a few of the many wonderful titles. One of the first I read was False Colours.
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Georgette Heyer, the “Queen of Regency Romance,” is one of the most beloved authors of all time, and Sourcebooks couldn’t be more thrilled to be her North American publishing home: all 52 of her delightful novels are back in print!Over the years we have come to find that fans of Heyer’s work all have “Heyer moments”—stories about how they discovered her, which novel is their favorite, how they used to sneak and read their mother’s copies, and so on.
We LOVE hearing these stories from fans, and what better time to sing the praises of one of our favorite authors then on the anniversary of her 110th birthday!In light of the anniversary, Sourcebooks wants to ask readers: “How did YOU discover Georgette Heyer?”
TO ENTER YOU MUST leave a comment:
(a) Share your "Heyer Moment": when you first discovered Georgette Heyer; what was her first book that you read; what is your favorite Heyer title.
OR
(b) If you haven't read Ms. Heyer yet please share why you want to start reading her novels.LEAVE your email so I can contact you if you win!
I will pick one winner from the comments who will receive a surprise grab-bag prize pack of 3 different Heyer novels: 1 Romance, 1 Mystery, 1 Historical Fiction (1 winner per blog, US and Canada addresses only)
This giveaway will end August 17, 2012 at 10pm Central.
Here are a few of the many wonderful titles. One of the first I read was False Colours.
| Devil's Cub | False Colours | Faro's Daughter | The Foundling | Frederica | Friday's Child |
Here are other activities Sourcebooks is sponsoring for Heyer’s 110th birthday for the month of August!
All Available Georgette Heyer eBooks on sale for $2.99 from Tuesday August 14th – Monday August 20th! Check this link.
http://www.sourcebooks.com/Get 30% off any Heyer print book during the whole month of August at the Sourcebooks store by using the coupon code HEYER at checkout!
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Thursday, August 18, 2011
Book Review and Giveaway: The Quiet Gentleman by Georgette Heyer
This is a smooth, quick and engaging read.
The Quiet Gentleman
by Georgette Heyer
My Rating: 4.25 of 5.0
Product Description
Less than a hero's welcome...
Returning to his family seat from Waterloo, Gervase Frant, seventh Earl of St Erth, could have expected more enthusiasm for his homecoming. His quiet cousin, stepmother, and young half-brother seem openly disappointed that he survived the wars. And when he begins to fall for his half-brother's sweetheart, his chilly reception goes from unfriendly to positively murderous.
One of Heyer's most suspenseful Regency romances, The Quiet Gentleman combines an ingenious mystery plot with her signature witty style and effervescently engaging characters.
Review: The mystery kept me wondering as I enjoyed the characters.
Gervace Frant returns from war to the mismatched castle and estate of Stanyon where he hasn’t felt welcome for years. Now he is returning as the new Earl to take control of the estate. His younger half-brother, Martin, is the son who has been doted on and treated as if he would become the Lord of the manor. Someone is so unhappy about the new Earl that he begins to suffer accidents. At first they seem almost like careless pranks that might cause some small harm but when the Earl is shot it is clear that someone really does mean to remove him.
Martin is a hot head with a short temper. He doesn’t like his elder brother whom he barely remembers. His antagonism increases when Gervace begins to pay attention to the local beauty, Marianne, interfering with Martin’s courtship attempts. One of Gervace’s good friends from the service visits and he too shows interest in Marianne.
Other members of the household include Martin’s mother, the Dowager, who only sees perfection in Martin and views Gervace as a threat to her son’s happiness. At least Gervace finds one friend at home in his cousin, Theo, who has been his man of business watching over his affairs. There is also Miss Morville, a neighbor young lady who serves as a sensible, and seemingly unremarkable, temporary companion to the Dowager.
Marianne is the sweet beauty who attracts the men. The estimable Miss Morville, Drusilla, manages the household and handles all circumstances from planning a ball to taking charge when the Earl arrives with a gunshot wound. Drusilla clearly likes the Earl and is concerned for his welfare but she has no expectation that he would be interested in her.
There are red herrings that blur the search for the person attempting to murder Gervace. This kept me interested to see if I was guessing the villain and motive correctly. I did guess about midway into the story but the confirmation didn’t come until near the end.
The story focuses on the different society positions, the behavioral expectations and the jealousies existing among the characters. The romance is merely light flirtations. I enjoyed the subtle satire, sarcasms and gentle humor. The writing tone, detail and characterizations fit the time period to perfection. There is a certain propriety and elegance to be found in Heyer’s writing and characters. If you enjoy an old-fashioned romance, with no sexual content but plenty of character, you would like this story and this author.
TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY:
1. Tell me which character you think you would like best. Female choices: the sweet beauty or the sensible companion; Male choices: the commanding Earl or the volatile younger son? This is required for entry.
2. For an extra entry, become a follower or tell me if you are already a follower.
3. For two entries, blog, facebook, tweet (any of those networks!) about this giveaway and tell me where you did.
It isn't necessary to use separate entries unless you want them in different chronological order.
(Four total entries possible.)
The winner will be randomly selected from all entries.
The WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED on September 3 and will have 72 hours to respond by email or the winners form linked in the announcement.
The Quiet Gentleman by Georgette Heyer- Paperback: 368 pages
- Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca (June 1, 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1402238835
- ISBN-13: 978-1402238833
My Rating: 4.25 of 5.0
Product Description
Less than a hero's welcome...
Returning to his family seat from Waterloo, Gervase Frant, seventh Earl of St Erth, could have expected more enthusiasm for his homecoming. His quiet cousin, stepmother, and young half-brother seem openly disappointed that he survived the wars. And when he begins to fall for his half-brother's sweetheart, his chilly reception goes from unfriendly to positively murderous.
One of Heyer's most suspenseful Regency romances, The Quiet Gentleman combines an ingenious mystery plot with her signature witty style and effervescently engaging characters.
Review: The mystery kept me wondering as I enjoyed the characters.
Gervace Frant returns from war to the mismatched castle and estate of Stanyon where he hasn’t felt welcome for years. Now he is returning as the new Earl to take control of the estate. His younger half-brother, Martin, is the son who has been doted on and treated as if he would become the Lord of the manor. Someone is so unhappy about the new Earl that he begins to suffer accidents. At first they seem almost like careless pranks that might cause some small harm but when the Earl is shot it is clear that someone really does mean to remove him.
Martin is a hot head with a short temper. He doesn’t like his elder brother whom he barely remembers. His antagonism increases when Gervace begins to pay attention to the local beauty, Marianne, interfering with Martin’s courtship attempts. One of Gervace’s good friends from the service visits and he too shows interest in Marianne.
Other members of the household include Martin’s mother, the Dowager, who only sees perfection in Martin and views Gervace as a threat to her son’s happiness. At least Gervace finds one friend at home in his cousin, Theo, who has been his man of business watching over his affairs. There is also Miss Morville, a neighbor young lady who serves as a sensible, and seemingly unremarkable, temporary companion to the Dowager.
Marianne is the sweet beauty who attracts the men. The estimable Miss Morville, Drusilla, manages the household and handles all circumstances from planning a ball to taking charge when the Earl arrives with a gunshot wound. Drusilla clearly likes the Earl and is concerned for his welfare but she has no expectation that he would be interested in her.
There are red herrings that blur the search for the person attempting to murder Gervace. This kept me interested to see if I was guessing the villain and motive correctly. I did guess about midway into the story but the confirmation didn’t come until near the end.
The story focuses on the different society positions, the behavioral expectations and the jealousies existing among the characters. The romance is merely light flirtations. I enjoyed the subtle satire, sarcasms and gentle humor. The writing tone, detail and characterizations fit the time period to perfection. There is a certain propriety and elegance to be found in Heyer’s writing and characters. If you enjoy an old-fashioned romance, with no sexual content but plenty of character, you would like this story and this author.
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I received this book from Sourcebooks for review. Don't forget that Sourcebooks is offering all Georgette Heyer ebooks at the sale price of $1.99 - this week only. Take advantage of the sale to pick up some wonderful reads!TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY:
1. Tell me which character you think you would like best. Female choices: the sweet beauty or the sensible companion; Male choices: the commanding Earl or the volatile younger son? This is required for entry.
2. For an extra entry, become a follower or tell me if you are already a follower.
3. For two entries, blog, facebook, tweet (any of those networks!) about this giveaway and tell me where you did.
It isn't necessary to use separate entries unless you want them in different chronological order.
(Four total entries possible.)
* This contest is only open to residents of US and Canada.
* No P.O. Boxes Please - for shipping reasons.
* Limit one win per household.
* This contest will close 10 PM (Central) on September 2, 2011. The winner will be randomly selected from all entries.
The WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED on September 3 and will have 72 hours to respond by email or the winners form linked in the announcement.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Book Review and Giveaway: Venetia by Georgette Heyer
I am glad to post a review to celebrate Georgette Heyer's Birth date.
Venetia
by Georgette Heyer
My Rating: 4.25 of 5.0
Product Description
Venetia features a remarkably independent heroine who falls deeply in love with the wrong man. Venetia Lanyon lives a quiet life until she meets her notorious neighbor Jasper, Lord Damerel, who would marry her in a heartbeat if he didn't think it would ruin her. Then she discovers a shocking family secret that changes everything...
[Audible Description
Venetia Lanyon, beautiful, intelligent and independent woman, lives in comfortable seclusion in rural Yorkshire with her precocious brother Aubrey. Her future seems safe and predictable: either marriage to the respectable but dull Edward Yardley, or a life of peaceful spinsterhood. But when she meets the dashing, dangerous rake Lord Damerel, her well-ordered life is turned upside down, and she embarks upon a relationship with him that scandalizes and horrifies the whole community. Has she found her soul-mate, or is she playing with fire?]
Review: This is a lovely, charming read.
Venetia is a beauty but her more important qualities are her intelligence, wit and confidence. She has remained home, living a rather reclusive and bookish country lifestyle, to watch over her sickly younger brother. She doesn’t feel that she can leave for a season in town or a life of her own until their elder brother returns from the war to take over the household responsibilities. Venetia does have two local suitors who are enthralled with her beauty. One is an infatuated young man who is several years younger. The other is a serious neighbor who would make a respectable, if not exciting, husband. Neither her relatives or suitors recognize the spirited young woman just waiting to be allowed some independence away from home.
Unexpectedly Venetia encounters another neighbor, the dangerous rake, Lord Damerel. There have been many rumors about his dissolute and scandalous past but Venetia always looks for the good in people. The cynical Damerel is immediately enchanted by the natural warmth and spirit he sees in Venetia. She is charmed by his willingness to challenge her wit and spirit. They share literary interests and enjoy bantering as they toss quotes back and forth.
Despite objections from the community a close friendship develops between Damerel and Venetia. Damerel knows that he doesn’t deserve such an innocent beauty; she is much too special for a tainted character like himself. Damerel is determined not to hurt Venetia’s reputation but in charming her he hurts her heart. Venetia sees that Damerel cares for her but he will only treat it as a passing idle. How can she convince him that she doesn’t care about his past or the scandal if only she can be with him?
Damerel is a deliciously wicked hero with a cynical view of life. It is enjoyable to watch as he falls in love with the sweet heroine who is determined to catch the man she wants. Although this may be a predicable relationship - the rake and the innocent - it is charmingly handled with a few twists to add interest.
I listened to the Audible version as well as reading along at parts. The narrator did a fine job capturing the charm and personalities once you got used to the accent. However, I was disappointed that the Audible version was abridged and I would recommend going with the printed book so as not to miss any of the charming descriptions and banter.
TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY:
1. Visit the Heyer Celebration page at Sourcebooks and tell me what other title catches your attention. This is required for entry.
2. For an extra entry, become a follower or tell me if you are already a follower.
3. For two entries, blog, facebook, tweet (any of those networks!) about this giveaway and tell me where you did.
It isn't necessary to use separate entries unless you want them in different chronological order.
(Four total entries possible.)
The winner will be randomly selected from all entries.
WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED on AUGUST 27 and will have 72 hours to respond by email or the winners form linked in the announcement.
Venetia by Georgette Heyer- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca (May 1, 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1402238843
- ISBN-13: 978-1402238840
My Rating: 4.25 of 5.0
Product Description
Venetia features a remarkably independent heroine who falls deeply in love with the wrong man. Venetia Lanyon lives a quiet life until she meets her notorious neighbor Jasper, Lord Damerel, who would marry her in a heartbeat if he didn't think it would ruin her. Then she discovers a shocking family secret that changes everything...
[Audible Description
Venetia Lanyon, beautiful, intelligent and independent woman, lives in comfortable seclusion in rural Yorkshire with her precocious brother Aubrey. Her future seems safe and predictable: either marriage to the respectable but dull Edward Yardley, or a life of peaceful spinsterhood. But when she meets the dashing, dangerous rake Lord Damerel, her well-ordered life is turned upside down, and she embarks upon a relationship with him that scandalizes and horrifies the whole community. Has she found her soul-mate, or is she playing with fire?]
Review: This is a lovely, charming read.
Venetia is a beauty but her more important qualities are her intelligence, wit and confidence. She has remained home, living a rather reclusive and bookish country lifestyle, to watch over her sickly younger brother. She doesn’t feel that she can leave for a season in town or a life of her own until their elder brother returns from the war to take over the household responsibilities. Venetia does have two local suitors who are enthralled with her beauty. One is an infatuated young man who is several years younger. The other is a serious neighbor who would make a respectable, if not exciting, husband. Neither her relatives or suitors recognize the spirited young woman just waiting to be allowed some independence away from home.
Unexpectedly Venetia encounters another neighbor, the dangerous rake, Lord Damerel. There have been many rumors about his dissolute and scandalous past but Venetia always looks for the good in people. The cynical Damerel is immediately enchanted by the natural warmth and spirit he sees in Venetia. She is charmed by his willingness to challenge her wit and spirit. They share literary interests and enjoy bantering as they toss quotes back and forth.
Despite objections from the community a close friendship develops between Damerel and Venetia. Damerel knows that he doesn’t deserve such an innocent beauty; she is much too special for a tainted character like himself. Damerel is determined not to hurt Venetia’s reputation but in charming her he hurts her heart. Venetia sees that Damerel cares for her but he will only treat it as a passing idle. How can she convince him that she doesn’t care about his past or the scandal if only she can be with him?
Damerel is a deliciously wicked hero with a cynical view of life. It is enjoyable to watch as he falls in love with the sweet heroine who is determined to catch the man she wants. Although this may be a predicable relationship - the rake and the innocent - it is charmingly handled with a few twists to add interest.
I listened to the Audible version as well as reading along at parts. The narrator did a fine job capturing the charm and personalities once you got used to the accent. However, I was disappointed that the Audible version was abridged and I would recommend going with the printed book so as not to miss any of the charming descriptions and banter.
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I received this book from Sourcebooks for review. Sourcebooks is offering all Georgette Heyer ebooks at the sale price of $1.99 - this week only so take advantage of the sale to pick up some wonderful reads!TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY:
1. Visit the Heyer Celebration page at Sourcebooks and tell me what other title catches your attention. This is required for entry.
2. For an extra entry, become a follower or tell me if you are already a follower.
3. For two entries, blog, facebook, tweet (any of those networks!) about this giveaway and tell me where you did.
It isn't necessary to use separate entries unless you want them in different chronological order.
(Four total entries possible.)
* This contest is only open to residents of US and Canada.
* No P.O. Boxes Please - for shipping reasons.
* Limit one win per household.
* This contest will close 10 PM (Central) on August 26, 2011. The winner will be randomly selected from all entries.
WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED on AUGUST 27 and will have 72 hours to respond by email or the winners form linked in the announcement.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Winner of Georgette Heyer's The Masqueraders!
CONGRATULATIONS
to the winner of
THE MASQUERADERS
by Georgette Heyer
I will e-mail Lee for her address so I can send the book.
Thank you everyone who entered for this Georgette Heyer book.
I have good news! I picked up a used copy of Penhallow by Georgette Heyer. That is one of her mysteries. I am positive I read this in my teen years! As soon as I read it again I will put it up for adoption!
Also - I just checked the box of books I have moved around with me since high school! And - YES - there was one Georgette Heyer in there! False Colours is another masquerade plot with one twin brother filling in for another. It is old and yellow - dating back to 1969 - not quite an antique! I've added that to the TBR box by my computer and when I re-read that it will go up for adoption too!
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Giveaway of The Masqueraders by Georgette Heyer
The Masqueraders by Georgette Heyer
• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca; Reprint edition (December 1, 2009)
I meant to post this giveaway earlier but my week got BUSY! I am offering my gently read review copy since several people said they liked Georgette Heyer and a few said they had never read her! HERE'S a chance to win an Heyer book!
TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY:
1. Comment on the review; if you already did just tell me and that will count! Comment here so I know you want to enter and leave your e-mail!
2. For an extra entry, become a follower or tell me if you are already a follower.
3. For another entry, blog, facebook, tweet (any of those networks!) about this giveaway and tell me where you did.
(Three total entries possible.)
It isn't necessary to use separate entries unless you want them in different chronological order.
* This contest is only open to residents of US and Canada.
* No P.O. Boxes Please - for shipping reasons
* This contest will close Midnight (Central) on March 5, 2010. The winners will be randomly selected from all entries.
• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca; Reprint edition (December 1, 2009)
I meant to post this giveaway earlier but my week got BUSY! I am offering my gently read review copy since several people said they liked Georgette Heyer and a few said they had never read her! HERE'S a chance to win an Heyer book!
TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY:
1. Comment on the review; if you already did just tell me and that will count! Comment here so I know you want to enter and leave your e-mail!
2. For an extra entry, become a follower or tell me if you are already a follower.
3. For another entry, blog, facebook, tweet (any of those networks!) about this giveaway and tell me where you did.
(Three total entries possible.)
It isn't necessary to use separate entries unless you want them in different chronological order.
* This contest is only open to residents of US and Canada.
* No P.O. Boxes Please - for shipping reasons
* This contest will close Midnight (Central) on March 5, 2010. The winners will be randomly selected from all entries.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Review of THE MASQUERADERS by Georgette Heyer -Plus Comment Contest
The Masqueraders by Georgette Heyer
• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca; Reprint edition (December 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402219504
• ISBN-13: 978-1402219504
Rating: 5.0
Blurb:
In an age of slippery politics, Robin and Prudence Tremaine, the children of the notorious and brilliant Viscount of Barham, find themselves on the wrong side of the Jacobite rebellion. The Viscount sends his offspring on the road to London, each masquerading as the opposite sex.
In her guise as a young gentleman, Prudence attracts a mentor in Sir Anthony Fanshawe, who soon uncovers her true identity and becomes an accomplice in their escape. Robin and Prudence rescue the lovely Letitia from an unwanted elopement, and Robin, disguised as a lady, becomes her confidante. The plot unwinds with a great deal of adventurous doings—sword fights, narrow escapes, blackmail, and highwaymen—until Robin must reveal his true identity and woo Letitia in earnest. But when she finds out the truth, will she accept an adventurer for a husband? Or will his masquerade be Robin's undoing?
Review:
This is really a wonderful read. I had read Georgette Heyer when I was in my late teens….many years ago! So I really had forgotten the style. The interesting thing with this is that the writing is “antique”. All of it has an authentic historical sound and flow.
The characters are brave, appealing and witty. Prudence makes a charming young man and she and Robin are obviously smart and skilled to pull off the masquerade in the public circles they travel in. Sir Anthony, “The Mountain” or “Mammoth” as Robin calls him, is a great male character. He is the silent, thoughtful, conservative, watching type. Decisive when action is needed, and although he wants to protect her, he is strong enough to let Prudence be strong too. Even the secondary characters, the father, the aunt and the villain, are presented with depth so that you can picture just the type of people they are.
The plot twists are great fun and the story is full of action. The romances are sweet with nothing more needed than looks, sweet talk and a few kisses to get the point across. It is all in the feelings of the characters. The language may be disconcerting at first but once you realize that it is so in line with the times it presents then it becomes natural and even charming.
I can highly recommend this delightful story. I myself will look forward to reading more Georgette Heyer books sooner than years from now!!
The book was provided for review by Danielle at Sourcebooks - Thank you for a wonderful read.
Since I have really enjoyed the comment Tuesdays I want to continue that and the drawing from all of the comments. Here is a part of the excerpt that can be found at the page linked at Sourcebook above.
Now that you have read the excerpt tell me what you think of the language, or comment on the review, to be entered in the drawing. Leave your e-mail so I can contact you if you win the drawing which will close Thursday at midnight. Winner to be announced Friday morning.
This is my SaSR Tuesday post today too.
• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca; Reprint edition (December 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402219504
• ISBN-13: 978-1402219504
Rating: 5.0
Blurb:
In an age of slippery politics, Robin and Prudence Tremaine, the children of the notorious and brilliant Viscount of Barham, find themselves on the wrong side of the Jacobite rebellion. The Viscount sends his offspring on the road to London, each masquerading as the opposite sex.
In her guise as a young gentleman, Prudence attracts a mentor in Sir Anthony Fanshawe, who soon uncovers her true identity and becomes an accomplice in their escape. Robin and Prudence rescue the lovely Letitia from an unwanted elopement, and Robin, disguised as a lady, becomes her confidante. The plot unwinds with a great deal of adventurous doings—sword fights, narrow escapes, blackmail, and highwaymen—until Robin must reveal his true identity and woo Letitia in earnest. But when she finds out the truth, will she accept an adventurer for a husband? Or will his masquerade be Robin's undoing?
Review:
This is really a wonderful read. I had read Georgette Heyer when I was in my late teens….many years ago! So I really had forgotten the style. The interesting thing with this is that the writing is “antique”. All of it has an authentic historical sound and flow.
The characters are brave, appealing and witty. Prudence makes a charming young man and she and Robin are obviously smart and skilled to pull off the masquerade in the public circles they travel in. Sir Anthony, “The Mountain” or “Mammoth” as Robin calls him, is a great male character. He is the silent, thoughtful, conservative, watching type. Decisive when action is needed, and although he wants to protect her, he is strong enough to let Prudence be strong too. Even the secondary characters, the father, the aunt and the villain, are presented with depth so that you can picture just the type of people they are.
The plot twists are great fun and the story is full of action. The romances are sweet with nothing more needed than looks, sweet talk and a few kisses to get the point across. It is all in the feelings of the characters. The language may be disconcerting at first but once you realize that it is so in line with the times it presents then it becomes natural and even charming.
I can highly recommend this delightful story. I myself will look forward to reading more Georgette Heyer books sooner than years from now!!
The book was provided for review by Danielle at Sourcebooks - Thank you for a wonderful read.
Since I have really enjoyed the comment Tuesdays I want to continue that and the drawing from all of the comments. Here is a part of the excerpt that can be found at the page linked at Sourcebook above.
Excerpt from Chapter One: A Lady in DistressIt had begun to rain an hour ago, a fine driving mist with the sky grey above. The gentleman riding beside the chaise surveyed the clouds placidly. "Faith, it"s a wonderful climate," he remarked of no one in particular.
The grizzled serving man who rode some paces to the rear spurred up to him. "Best put up for the night, sir," he grunted. "There"s an inn a mile or two on."
The window of the chaise was let down with a clatter, and a lady looked out. "Child, you"ll be wet," she said to her cavalier. "How far to Norman Cross?"
The serving man rode up close to the chaise. "Another hour, ma"am. I"m saying we"d best put up for the night." "I"d as soon make Norman Cross," said the gentleman, "for all it"s plaguily damp."
"There"s an inn close by, as I remember," the servant repeated, addressing himself to the lady.
"En avant, then. Produce me the inn," the lady said. "Give you joy of your England, Peter my little man."
The gentleman laughed. "Oh, it"s a comforting spot, Kate."
The inn came soon into sight, a square white house glimmering through the dusk. There were lights in the windows, and a post—chaise drawn up in the court before it.
The gentleman came lightly down from the saddle. He was of medium height, and carried himself well. He had a neat leg encased in a fine riding boot, and a slender hand in an embroidered gauntlet.
Now that you have read the excerpt tell me what you think of the language, or comment on the review, to be entered in the drawing. Leave your e-mail so I can contact you if you win the drawing which will close Thursday at midnight. Winner to be announced Friday morning.
This is my SaSR Tuesday post today too.
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