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Penny Vincenzi's No Angel is probably her most accomplished novel yet, and draws on many elements of the author's own life in journalism and publishing. Since inaugurating her writing career with Old Sins, Vincenzi has developed into one of the most stylish and compelling writers of blockbusting fiction with such novels as Another Woman, Forbidden Places, and Almost a Crime achieving phenomenal sales and a devoted readership that follows her work very closely.
Set in Lyttons, a great publishing house, this saga takes us into the lives of the family who owns it, and the dramas of crossed loyalties, ambition and deception inform a narrative that carries the reader along with great gusto. Vincenzi's canvas at the start of the book is the Edwardian era known as the Belle Époque, a time in which society contrasted hedonistic luxury and great social deprivation, with the First World War waiting in the wings to sweep so much away.
Celia Lytton is the firm-minded and ambitious wife of Oliver Lytton, the head of the publishing house that bears his name. Sylvia Miller, coming from a background of crushing poverty, is threatened by Celia's intrusion into her life, when Sylvia's youngest daughter is taken from the family to join the Lyttons and move in a different social circle. Sebastian Brooke, the author of a much-acclaimed children's book, finds himself both professionally and personally involved with the ambitious Celia.
This is the first volume in a series, The Spoils of Time, and Vincenzi sets out her stall impressively. We are very quickly involved in the larger-than-life experiences of these powerfully drawn characters, and as well as telling a thoroughly involving tale, the author is able to deal with some serious questions over good and evil. Most of all, it is her charismatic characters (such as the willful Celia) that make a lasting impression on the reader and the author's ability to keep the reader engrossed:
Celia had been right, Oliver was initially resistant to the risks of making love to her; but a mixture of emotional blackmail and a determined onslaught on his senses worked quite quickly. They found a physical delight in each other almost at once; Oliver was not exactly experienced, indeed his own knowledge had been gained at the hands of a couple of chorus girls introduced by his best friend at Oxford, but it was sufficient to guide him through Celia's initiation.--Barry Forshaw --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Celia Lytton, strong-willed, tough and courageous, moves through life making difficult and often dangerous decisions - with the most far-reaching consequences for everyone...
For her husband, Oliver, head of the great family publishing house of Lyttons; for Sylvia Miller, whose life of relentless poverty is transformed by Celia's intrusion; for Oliver's daunting elder sister, who is not all she appears to be; and for Sebastian Brooke, with whom Celia makes the most dangerous decision of all.
For her husband, Oliver, head of the great family publishing house of Lyttons; for Sylvia Miller, whose life of relentless poverty is transformed by Celia's intrusion; for Oliver's daunting elder sister, who is not all she appears to be; and for Sebastian Brooke, with whom Celia makes the most dangerous decision of all.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the first volume of a series.
Set in the publishing house of the Lyttons. named after the Lytton family, Ms. Vincenzi's new classic takes us into the lives of the Lytton, the Beckenham and the Miller families just before World War II. Celia Lytton is the main character who takes over the helm of the family business as the country goes to war. A strong-willed woman, Celia displays her good business acumen and makes Lyttons a successful and competitive establishment. As the family men leave England to fight in the war, there are butterflies in the womens' stomachs each time as they worry if and whether they would ever see their loved ones again. There are powerful women in this book who take their responsibility, virtually heading their households, dispersing their children from London up to country homes away from the bombs, and establishing temporary shelters for the the wounded men who return from the war in despair, and some total incapacitated.
As the novel weaves it's intoxicating magic, you will meet Oliver Lytton, Celia's kind husband who becomes a tiresome and tempermental soul much to Celia's agitation, causing her to look elsewhere for love. You'll also meet Margaret Lytton, Oliver's sister who helps Celia manage the publishing house. Then of course there are Celia's twin daughters, Adele and Venetia; two playfully wicked girls; silent Giles and her adopted daughter Barty Miller. With exciting authors at the publishing house, especially one particular one who makes a marked impact on Celia Lytton's life, this plot twists and turns with the reader never knowing what will take place on the following page. A remarkable classic read which has me now waiting in limbo for the follow-up...as this story has by no means finished....just merely paused...awaiting the second volume.
It makes one wonderfuly anxious to see what will happen to these charming characters who the reader begins to care so much about. One has to be patient for the answers lie in SOMETHING DANGEROUS which should be out this month. Readers who have loved Penny Vincenzi's wonderful novels should order this compelling book soon. It's not to be missed. Check for yourself.
Set in the publishing house of the Lyttons. named after the Lytton family, Ms. Vincenzi's new classic takes us into the lives of the Lytton, the Beckenham and the Miller families just before World War II. Celia Lytton is the main character who takes over the helm of the family business as the country goes to war. A strong-willed woman, Celia displays her good business acumen and makes Lyttons a successful and competitive establishment. As the family men leave England to fight in the war, there are butterflies in the womens' stomachs each time as they worry if and whether they would ever see their loved ones again. There are powerful women in this book who take their responsibility, virtually heading their households, dispersing their children from London up to country homes away from the bombs, and establishing temporary shelters for the the wounded men who return from the war in despair, and some total incapacitated.
As the novel weaves it's intoxicating magic, you will meet Oliver Lytton, Celia's kind husband who becomes a tiresome and tempermental soul much to Celia's agitation, causing her to look elsewhere for love. You'll also meet Margaret Lytton, Oliver's sister who helps Celia manage the publishing house. Then of course there are Celia's twin daughters, Adele and Venetia; two playfully wicked girls; silent Giles and her adopted daughter Barty Miller. With exciting authors at the publishing house, especially one particular one who makes a marked impact on Celia Lytton's life, this plot twists and turns with the reader never knowing what will take place on the following page. A remarkable classic read which has me now waiting in limbo for the follow-up...as this story has by no means finished....just merely paused...awaiting the second volume.
It makes one wonderfuly anxious to see what will happen to these charming characters who the reader begins to care so much about. One has to be patient for the answers lie in SOMETHING DANGEROUS which should be out this month. Readers who have loved Penny Vincenzi's wonderful novels should order this compelling book soon. It's not to be missed. Check for yourself.
Heather Marshall
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is my first experience reading a Penny Vincenzi novel and it won't be my last! I picked NO ANGEL up in a book store in Ireland while on vacation.The characters are fascinating and the sub plots are juicy! This book held my interest until the end . Its a great love story. I'm sorry Penny Vincenzi's books are not readly available in the USA.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio Cassette
This is only the second Penny Vincenzi novel that I have read, and both have been amazing! "No Angel", is a well-written, beautiful novel which keeps the reader guessing to the very last minute. The action is set both in London and New York, and follows the adventures of the Lytton family, beginning in the social obsessed 1900's, and moving into the exciting 20's via the first World War. There are a few characters in the book that I would have liked to have been developed a bit more, particularly the enigmatic Jack Lytton and the shy Kyle Brewer. Lady Celia is a very worthy heroine, and despite her flaws, it is impossible not to support her in her sometimes questionnable decisions. The strongest point of the book is without doubt the first World War, as seeing the war from a woman's perspective is very unusual. I was very pleased to hear that this book will be continued, and cannot wait for the story to be continued. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good story, as Vincenzi is one of the best story tellers I have ever had the pleasure to read.
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excellent purchase
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Published 2 months ago by J. Reed
FANTASTIC START TO A TRILOGY
I HAVE BECOME COMPLETELY SUBMERGED INTO THE WORLD OF THE LYTTONS,IT IS A FANTASTIC BOOK AND JUST THE START I HAVE READ THIS FOUR TIMES NOW I THINK FROM PAGE ONE YOU ARE SWEPT... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Lisa Bowden
A fabulous family saga
I really enjoyed this book despite its length it is never boring! I am now reading the next book and have bought the third ready to read! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ladyg
Fantastic
I love this trilogy and have read it so many times, it transports you into the Lyttons world and carries you through the characters lives with them, the writing is fantastic, a joy... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ms. E. Dell
Very entertaining
If you like family sagas then the books in this trilogy are definitely for you. I'm not generally a fan of sagas (tend to get extremely bored with all the repetitive inevitable... Read more
Published 9 months ago by G. Eddleston
A great period saga
What drew me to this book in the first place was the cover, and on reading the back of the novel I thought it sounded like just the kind of book I'd love. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Alana The Geek :)
Good read! CONTAINS SPOILERS?!!
**Contains Spoilers!!** I really enjoyed this book. This is the first book by Penny Vincenzi I have read. It hooked me from the first page! Read more
Published 12 months ago by Emma
Good for insomniacs!
Wanted to give up a quarter of the way through, but thought no keep going, it has to get better, and although it did slightly, but not for long, I then decided to call it a day... Read more
Published 12 months ago by madaboutmysteries
No Angel by Penny Vincenzi
This first book of the trilogy is absolutely riveting.
The story is centred around a very formidable woman whose strengths and weaknesses form the foundation of a story... Read more
The story is centred around a very formidable woman whose strengths and weaknesses form the foundation of a story... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Doug Henwood
In good condition
Haven't had a chance to read the book, but it is in excellent condition and came within one week of purchase.
Published 13 months ago by S. Mehra
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