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My new story begins on a terror-filled night when two babies--identical twin girls of noble birth--are separated. One grows to womanhood as the frail, manipulative ward of the handsome young earl of Harcourt. The other becomes an enchanting, street-smart urchin who earns her way as a traveling player on the streets of England and France.
The two girls' paths might never again have crossed if Harcourt hadn't run into Miranda in the midst of an exuberant performance. The resemblance to his ward is unmistakable--uncanny, in fact...and an ambitious plot begins to take shape in Harcourt's mind.
His ward, Maude, will commit herself to a convent rather than marry the love-struck king of France, who will soon be traveling to London to claim her. What if Miranda were to take Maude's place? Harcourt is confident that with the right training, the right clothes, and the right attitude, the lithe, carefree Miranda will captivate society--and the king.
So begins Harcourt's breathtaking scheme to turn an ugly duckling into a gorgeous swan. But if he succeeds too well, Miranda may become something irresistible--even to Harcourt....
It's a delicious dilemma and a dangerous deception...and the twists and turns surprised even me.
Warmest wishes,
Jane Feather
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Two decades later, Elenor's cousin, the Earl of Harcourt, Gareth, travels to France to offer a deal with King Henry, who has Paris under siege. The two noblemen agree that Gareth's charge, Maude (Elenor's surviving daughter) will marry Henry. On his way back to his English home, Gareth stops to watch a young acrobat perform. He learns her name is Miranda and is amazed how much she looks like Maude. Gareth, who worries about Maude's reaction to Henry, offers Miranda an opportunity to make some money by(if necessary) impersonating her look alike. Miranda accepts the offer, but to the amazement of the pair, they fall in love. However, if Maude fails to cooperate with the disguised Henry, Miranda and Gareth will not have to worry about their own relationship since their lives will be forfeit.
When it comes to historical romance, Jane Feather is a heavy weight as she can be depended upon to scribe a fabulous tale. Her latest novel, The EMERALD SWAN is an enthralling story that brings alive sixteenth century France and England to the enjoyment of Ms. Feather's myriad of fans. The lead and secondary characters are all well written and what could have been a trite story line turns into an exhilarating read that will be cherished by the fans of the sub-genre.
Harriet Klausner
The characters lacked that certain omph that I have come to regard as typically Feather.
It's not bad but I expected more.
I was completely fulfilled and satisfied with this last book in Jane Feather's trilogy. The plot of the book, which consists of twin sisters separated at birth, a handsome and elegant earl, a traveling troupe of performers, and a flamboyant monkey, makes this novel pure joy to experience. The author accurately depicts the strict mannerisms and protocol demanded of nobility in Queen Elizabeth I's court. She also beautifully portrays the love that blossoms between the earl and Miranda as something inevitable and intrinsic; it's almost as if they were born to this earth to love one another.
Every single one of the main characters was so well-written I felt as if I knew them personally: The Earl and Miranda, Maude and Imogen, even Miranda's cute pet monkey Chip who likes to remain in the room while the Earl and Miranda are making love. Even the chemistry between Maude and Henry is captivating.
Don't miss out on this great book. Many hours of romantic entertainment and fulfillment are in store for you if you buy and read this novel. (And as a last suggestion, if you loved this book, you might want to check out the French film "Queen Margot" as well.)
Two decades later, Elenor's cousin, the Earl of Harcourt, Gareth, travels to France to offer a deal with King Henry, who has Paris under siege. The two noblemen agree that Gareth's charge, Maude (Elenor's surviving daughter) will marry Henry. On his way back to his English home, Gareth stops to watch a young acrobat perform. He learns her name is Miranda and is amazed how much she looks like Maude. Gareth, who worries about Maude's reaction to Henry, offers Miranda an opportunity to make some money by(if necessary) impersonating her look alike. Miranda accepts the offer, but to the amazement of the pair, they fall in love. However, if Maude fails to cooperate with the disguised Henry, Miranda and Gareth will not have to worry about their own relationship since their lives will be forfeit.
When it comes to historical romance, Jane Feather is a heavy weight as she can be depended upon to scribe a fabulous tale. Her latest novel, The EMERALD SWAN is an enthralling story that brings alive sixteenth century France and England to the enjoyment of Ms. Feather's myriad of fans. The lead and secondary characters are all well written and what could have been a trite story line turns into an exhilarating read that will be cherished by the fans of the sub-genre.
Harriet Klausner
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