Leena Hyat
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Books have always held a special kind
of magic for me and I guess you could
say my passion for reading is
hereditary. My family, of course,
will disagree with that ~ they believe
I have singularly given new meaning to
the word 'obsessive' when it comes to
books and reading!
Very often while I was growing up, I
was referred to as the 'day-dreamer'
for I always had my head up in the
clouds, spinning stories of my own, or
bent low with my nose firmly buried in
a book. In school I was hooked on
Judy
Blume, Nancy Drew and The Hardy Boys.
When I was thirteen, I fell in love
with GONE WITH THE WIND and THE FAR
PAVILLIONS and books suddenly
introduced the world of romance to
me.
Shortly thereafter, I stumbled across
Harlequin Romances and this new
discovery sealed my fate forever. Now
I've been reading romances for over
twenty years and reviewing for close
to
five. My tastes have diversified over
time and I also enjoy reading
mysteries, thrillers and women's
fiction. However, my primary love,
when it comes to novels, remains
romance.
As for hobbies, I enjoy spending time
working on my cross-stitch projects,
baking, listening to music and
traveling. I am also an aspiring
writer working on a contemporary
category romance. Other than that,
I'm
very interested in the fine art of
Jewelry making and gardening, but I
haven't been able to devote as much
time to either of these hobbies as I'd
like to. I live in the beautifully
scenic Pacific Northwest with my
husband and two young children.
If you have any questions about my
reviews or would like to comment on
them, please feel free to email me at
Leena@writerspacemail.com.
Leena Hyat
Senior Editor - The Best Reviews
Interview Coordinator - Writerspace
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Powerful Magic
by Karen Whiddon
"Spellbinding tale of magic, love and destiny"
Posted July 4, 2001
Megan Potter finally gets up the nerve to break off her
engagement to her abusive fiance. However, just before she
faces him, she is struck by lightening that comes out of a
clear blue summer sky. Upon awakening, Megan finds herself
in a cave in the dead of Read more...
The Sicilian Marriage
by Sandra Marton
"invokes the full range of human emotions!"
Posted April 18, 2005
When Gianni Firelli clashes eyes with Briana O'Connell,
their reaction to each other is explosive. Tension sizzles
in the air and passion erupts but Bree refuses to have
anything to do with him. Gianni has never met a
woman he couldn't charm and isn't used to being ignored.
The more Bree pulls Read more...
The Sheikh's Convenient Bride
by Sandra Marton
"Full of passion and delicious desire!"
Posted December 7, 2004
There's something quite compelling about a tall dark and
gorgeous man who knows what he wants and never lets anything
stand in his way. That's just one of the things that makes
the hero, Sheikh Qasim (Caz) al Daud al Rashid, King of
Suliyam, of Sandra Marton's August 2004 release so
unforgettable.
Caz hires her Read more...
Claiming His Love-child
by Sandra Marton
"Another passionately intense romance from a master storyteller!"
Posted December 7, 2004
One passionate night quite unexpectedly, Cullen O'Connell
fell into bed with a highly sensual woman who spirited him
away to the highest star and gave him a glimpse of heaven.
When he awoke the next morning, she was gone and no amount
of chasing could bring her back into his arms. He Read more...
The Billionaire's Pregnant Mistress
by Lucy Monroe
"Wickedly sizzling passion and gut-wrenching emotion!"
Posted November 28, 2003
THE BILLIONAIRE'S PREGNANT MISTRESS is a purely delightful
read from beginning to end. Extremely talented new author
Lucy Monroe takes the reader on an intensely emotional ride
and provides a beautifully touching end to the romance that
sizzles between Dimitri and Xandra.
The plot for THE BILLIONAIRE'S PREGNANT Read more...
The Latin Lover's Secret Child
by Jane Porter
"A powerfully emotional romance that shimmers with a sensuality that will melt your heart"
Posted November 19, 2003
As a reader, I've read many books over the years. Some
leave lasting impressions because they touch the heart,
make me cherish the love I am fortunate enough to receive
in life and some leave me satisfied with a great love-story
that cannot be easily forgotten. Jane Porter's Read more...
Someone Like Him
by Karen Kendall
"A laugh-out-loud story!"
Posted November 10, 2003
When her gifted brother, Adam wins a scholarship to a
prestigious school, small-town girl Lavender 'Vinnie' Hart
moves with him to New York City. Her hopes of a better
life are set for a downhill glide when things start to go
wrong right from the beginning. For one Read more...
A Wedding Story
by Susan Kay Law
"A sensual story full of adventure"
Posted November 10, 2003
After the death of her explorer husband, Kathryn Virginia
Bright Goodale is left penniless. As per her agreement
with her late husband, upon his death, his entire estate
reverted to his children from his first wife, leaving
Kathryn with nothing save an invitation to the Great
Centennial Race. Read more...
The Tycoon's Temptation
by Renee Roszel
"Wonderfully portrayed emotions!"
Posted October 15, 2002
Elaine Stuben is experiencing a very difficult time in her
life. Her husband died recently and her failing internet
business has been bought out by millionaire Mitchell Rath.
She's lost everything. Even her two-million dollar home.
Her father-in-law blames Elaine for his son's death even
though Read more...
The Arranged Marriage
by Emma Darcy
"Rich characterization and intense passion!"
Posted October 13, 2002
Isabelle Valeri King values family and roots. The heritage
and property of a family must be cherished, nurtured and
passed on from generation to generation. Therefore,
marriage is necessary and marrying well even more so.
Isabelle's eldest grandson, Alessandro understands his duty
to the family and is already engaged. Read more...
The Sheikh's Chosen Wife
by Michelle Reid
"Yowza! Delicious hunks and toe-curling passion to boot!"
Posted October 13, 2002
Sheikh Hassan ben Khalifa Al-Qadim is furious when he
receives letters from his wife asking for a divorce.
Though Leona left him a year ago, he isn't ready to let her
out of his life completely. However, as heir to the
throne, he has many duties to his Read more...
His Majesty, M.D.
by Leanne Banks
"A romance to be savored!"
Posted May 22, 2002
If you read Leanne Bank's previous Silhouette Desire
release, ROYAL DAD, you've already met one of the dashing
Royal Dumonts. If Prince Michel of Marceau left you
breathless with lust, his brother Nicholas, who you may
remember as 'Dr. Nick', is definitely going to have you
drooling!
Prince Nicholas is Read more...
The Blackmail Baby
by Penny Jordan
"Intense category romance! Riveting!"
Posted September 5, 2002
Imogen Atkins had loved Dracco Barrington for forever. She
dreamed of being his bride despite the difference in their
ages. At last her dream came true... but at what price?
On her wedding day, Imo's step mother confides in her that
Dracco already loves someone and is Read more...
The Corporate Bridegroom
by Liz Fielding
"Wonderfully fast and unexpected plot!"
Posted October 11, 2002
The Claibourne sisters, India, Florence and Romana have
recently taken over management of the famous department
store Clairbourne & Farraday (C&F) from their father, Peter
Claibourne. No sooner does this news hit the papers, the
Farraday men, Jordan, Bram and Niall issue an immediate
legal challenge to take over Read more...
The Sheikh's Wife
by Jane Porter
"Takes the drama of romance and sizzling sexual tension to new heights!"
Posted November 22, 2003
Jane Porter is an author with amazing talent and THE
SHEIKH'S WIFE is just another testament to this fact. Full
of riveting emotions and page-turning, bone-melting
passion, readers will not soon forget such a wonderful
story.
THE SHEIKH'S WIFE takes the drama of romance, arresting
characterization, and sizzling sexual tension Read more...
Marriage On Demand
by Susan Fox
"A truly terrific Harlequin Romance"
Posted April 17, 2002
Her father could never forgive her for being born, for in
the process of giving birth, her mother, the only woman
Abner Lambert ever cared for, died. Rena Lambert grew up
knowing her father could just barely tolerate her but that
never stopped her from trying to find some Read more...
The Wedding Ultimatum
by Helen Bianchin
"Steamy and intense!!"
Posted June 1, 2002
On the verge of bankruptcy, Danielle d'Alboa turns to
billionaire Rafael Valdez for help as a last resort. As
the landlord of her penthouse and luxury boutique, Danielle
hopes Rafe will grant her an extention so that she and her
mother can have another chance to save their business. Read more...
The Secret Love-child
by Miranda Lee
"Sexy!!"
Posted June 5, 2002
Jilted just a fortnight before her wedding to millionaire
boyfriend, Luke Freeman, Isabel Hunt decides to get away
from the disappointments life has been dropping at her
doorstep recently. Isabel has made no secret of the fact
that she wants marriage and children, but her failure to
find a man Read more...
The Baby Question
by Caroline Anderson
"Beautiful and heart-warming romance!"
Posted June 5, 2002
Laurie and Rob Ferguson's efforts to conceive a baby have
met with futility for months. Rob travels a lot due to his
rapidly expanding businesses. Laurie gave up her job to
stay home to start their family but when Rob is away, which
is very often, she only Read more...
The Secretary's Secret
by Barbara McMahon
"Delightful 9 to 5 office romance!"
Posted August 12, 2002
Karla Jones needs to find another job. Her current boss is
leaving the firm and the future of her career doesn't look
so secure. During her lunch hour she overhears a group of
secretaries from an Electronics firm talking about their
new boss, Matt Gramling. Apparently, he's Read more...
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