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"Another classic in this latest foray into the lives of the Effingtons."
Reviewed by Paula Myers
Posted November 17, 2004

Lady Elizabeth Effington has spent years hiding her true independent, intelligent nature. Even so, Sir Nicholas Collingsworth sees through her act and loves the woman he knows her to be. Even so, everyone, including Nicholas, believes Elizabeth in love with Nicholas' best friend, Charles. Unwilling to come between the two, Read more...

"Totally charming"
Reviewed by Harriet Klausner
Posted November 29, 2004

In 1843 Lady Elizabeth Effington is confused as much as perhaps Scrooge was when the first two ghosts and Marley visited him. Elizabeth has loved Charles for a long time, but the kisses of Nicholas Collingsworth send her into ecstasy. She tells Nicholas she loves him, but he Read more...

Summary

Everyone knows that an Effington always gets her way...but this time it's not going to be easy! Lady Elizabeth Effington simply could not suitably feel the joy of the Christmas season. Ten years had passed since she had boldly declared her love for Sir Nicholas Collingsworth. He rebuffed her and set out to seek his fortunes, while Elizabeth was left a woman scorned. Now, she discovers in horror that the inheritance she's managed beautifully was never hers to control. No, power over her finances lay in the hands of the last man she ever wants to see again: Nicholas! But running Elizabeth's life isn't part of Nick's plans. He's intrigued when he discovers that the frivolous and flighty girl he once knew has turned into a beautiful and capable woman. Nick vows to woo - and win - her, and while she seems unmoved by his fervent seduction, he swears he will not rest until she accepts that most precious gift of all - the gift of love.