"Stunning Historical - Wonderful Love Story"
Well, I've quite made up my mind that Virginia Henley is
still at the top of her game in writing the most
provocative and exhilarating historical romances of all
time! With that said, let me tell you about her latest
release INFAMOUS and one of her most fascinating heroines
Lady Marjory 'Jory' de Warenne. Spirited, and uncommonly beautiful, Jory was one of the
ladies in waiting to Princess Joanna, the daughter of King
Edward who was about to be married off to an older noble
for political alliances. It was at JoAnna's suggestion
that Jory grasp whatever happiness she could for herself
before she could be bartered off and wed for political gain
by her guardian's with no say in the matter. Thinking
about what Joanna had suggested, and as the nobles gathered
for the wedding, Jory saw a knight that took her breath
away. He was the notorious Guy de Beauchamp, Earl of
Warwick -- a man both feared on the battlefield and rumored
to have killed his previous two wives. Disguising herself
as a maid Jory, quite made up her mind to get a closer look
at the notorious Earl of Warwick. Guy was enchanted by the beautiful and lively minx who was
more than willing and eager to give herself to him.
Although discovering her to be not only a virgin but a
Lady, his honor demanded he woo her instead. Unfortunately,
his reputation being somewhat in question over the
mysterious deaths of his two wives led Jory's guardians to
lie about his offer, or lack thereof, leading her to
believe that Guy had betrayed her. Feeling betrayed, her
guardian convinced Jory to marry a younger man whose
familial connections better served the de Warenne clan.
Married, Jory did her best to be a dutiful wife. As the
husbands went to war and wives were left behind, the days
would find Jory hating Guy for his deceit, but her lonely
nights and dreams would be of the one gallant knight her
heart would not let her forget. *** I loved this story, and once again discovered you just
cannot start a novel from this author and put it down
without finishing it as my bleary eyes will testify.
Loving history as I do, I found myself enraptured by the
wealth of historical research Ms. Henley brilliantly weaves
into the threads of her sensual romances. Those who come
to read for her trademark sensual romance can't help but be
entertained by seeing history come to life in the pages.
Marjory was a wonderful heroine, an incredible beauty who
will capture your sympathy over the wasted years away from
the one man she had never stopped loving. Guy was a hero
that I fell in love with. Older than Jory he was a fearsome
powerful warrior, but honorable, and a glorious romantic at
heart -- he had all the right stuff that make up my dream
lovers! From the high and mighty to the lesser secondary
characters, all come purposefully to life as Henley once
again breathes her heart and soul into making them real
under the magic of her talented fingers. This was a
compelling read encompassing a beautiful love story that
left me sighing in satisfaction. Most assuredly, this is a
book I can highly recommend. Marilyn Rondeau, RIO -- Reviewers International
Organization
Reviewed by Marilyn Rondeau
Posted June 29, 2006
SummaryWith her marvelous prose and period detail, New York
Times bestselling author Virginia Henley brings England's
High Middle Ages to glorious life in a tale of a woman like
no other...
Striking silver-gilt hair and pale green eyes give Marjory
de Warenne the looks of an angel. The better to hide her
willful spirit. In spite of every warning, the headstrong
lady-in-waiting has given her heart to the notorious Guy de
Beauchamp, the Earl of Warwick, a man feared on the
battlefield—and in matters of seduction...
But Jory's guardians choose a more suitable husband for her,
letting Jory believe that Guy has betrayed her. Yet, even as
England's bravest men ride off to put down the Welsh
rebellion, Jory's thoughts are with the one gallant knight
she can never forget—and the passion that will one day
be rekindled amidst the march of history...
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