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Successful novelist Miss Amanda Briars buys herself a scandalous present to celebrate her 30th birthday in Lisa Kleypas's Suddenly You. Gently bred, unwed and still a virgin, she contracts with a well-known madam to deliver a lover to her home. When handsome publisher Jack Devlin knocks on her door, it doesn't take him long to figure out that Amanda thinks he's someone else entirely. Intrigued, he stops just short of taking the lady's virginity for he has other plans for the talented writer.
Discovering Jack's true identity at a gathering of writers and publishing folks, Amanda is at first angry and then fascinated, for he is a powerful force in the London publishing industry. Jack is determined to court Amanda not only to publish her novels but also to lure her into his bed, and it isn't long before the two are deeply involved. But their path to happiness is strewn with stumbling blocks, for Jack has a past that haunts him, while Amanda's family would be hurt by a scandalous liaison.
Suddenly You is a lush, deeply romantic tale of two free spirits who learn that they are, after all, susceptible to the binding ties of love. The setting provides readers with a different view of London society in the lives of affluent writers and artists--rather than the world of the nobility--and a fascinating look into the publishing industry in the London of the 1800s. Once again, Kleypas has delivered a well-written, sensual novel that's sure to hit the bestseller lists.--Lois Faye Dyer, Amazon.com
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
In the book, Jack Devlin has finally found the one person who he is completely comfortable with, and as time moves on, his relationship with Amanda Briars develops into the perfect relationship any female in the 19th century would admire. they have this unextinguishable passion that keeps them coming back together. when circumstances cause them to finally get married, Amanda has a lot of freedom and her husband loves everything about her. This is one of my favourie books and i think Lisa Kleypas outdid herself in this book.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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"Suddenly You" is a beautifully written love story from an interesting social circle in early 19th century London. The story takes places in the literary circles of the era among prominent writers, publishers and also ruthless businessmen.Amanda Briars is a respectable well-bred young woman who lives her life in quiet harmony writing successful novels. She is satisfied with her life until she reaches her 30th birthday. She longs after a night of love in the arms of a handsome man and she would cherish its memory forever. The man of her dreams appears at her door and she is so confused that she mistakes him for her birthday present. Jack Devlin is enchanted by Amanda's charms and he goes along with her mistaken belief. They are passionately drawn to each other from the first moment and Jack has a hard time to keep himself of seducing her.
They meet again at a literary evening due and Amanda finds out his true identity. The air sparkles between them and their confrontations get more and more heated. Amanda is an innocent and respectable woman and she fights her growing attraction for Jack whose reputation is tarnished and his origins unclear. The circumstances of their social standing give them plenty of opportunity to meet and their attraction for each other deepens.
Fate has an interesting plan for them which turns their lives upside down. The author's clever choice of different social backgrounds is admirable and very refreshing. It adds zest to the tale. The reader gets to know more about the life of writers and publishers in the 19th century and this background is a perfect setting for the storyline which never slows down and is very capturing.
SUDDENLY YOU is a beautifully written historical romance which will warm the reader's heart. I highly recommend it to all fans of this talented author and this entertaining genre.
They meet again at a literary evening due and Amanda finds out his true identity. The air sparkles between them and their confrontations get more and more heated. Amanda is an innocent and respectable woman and she fights her growing attraction for Jack whose reputation is tarnished and his origins unclear. The circumstances of their social standing give them plenty of opportunity to meet and their attraction for each other deepens.
Fate has an interesting plan for them which turns their lives upside down. The author's clever choice of different social backgrounds is admirable and very refreshing. It adds zest to the tale. The reader gets to know more about the life of writers and publishers in the 19th century and this background is a perfect setting for the storyline which never slows down and is very capturing.
SUDDENLY YOU is a beautifully written historical romance which will warm the reader's heart. I highly recommend it to all fans of this talented author and this entertaining genre.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By H. Drake
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Ive read this book years ago. And bought it again recently. I just love this story so much. I fell inlove with the characters and experienced their ups and downs. I love Lisa Kleypas and read most of her books. I give this book 5 stars with two thumbs up.
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Not her best one but still good
I love lisa kleypas' books and it was the same with this book until about 3/4 of the way through it. I loved the conflict and the way Jack Devlin's character was developed. Read more
Published on 15 Mar 2010 by C. Halford
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Very Good
This book an extremely good book, i enjoyed the whole thing probably right up into in one of the last chapters the "raspberry scene" my god, i was very much grossed out and a... Read more
Published on 2 Aug 2007 by Sian Louise
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A very enjoyable read
Yes this is another great romance from Lisa Kleypas - However I am deducting one star for the scene involving the raspberries - very dodgy I thought, in fact I can see hardly look... Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2007 by H. Mckeon
3.0 out of 5 stars
Romance in 1836 London
The heroine is novelist Amanda Briars, the book opens as she purchases a 30th birthday present for herself - a man! Read more
Published on 19 Sep 2004 by april-showers
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Refreshing to read
This book was refreshing to read. I read the book in ONE day and I have since gone back to read the book again and again!! Read more
Published on 14 Jun 2004
5.0 out of 5 stars
Truly a delightful original!
Lisa Kleypas writes truly gripping romances. This is another example of a wonderfully original story, about two individuals who do not play by society's rules. Read more
Published on 11 May 2004 by R. Wong
5.0 out of 5 stars
Erotic Romance Excellent!
This book is well written, full of the usual dilemas, the romance starts off in the most unusual way brilliant! Read more
Published on 22 April 2002
4.0 out of 5 stars
A fun romp that will keep you guessing!
Lisa Kleypas does it again! She takes an improbable premise and makes it work for the reader. Her characters are challenged and challenging for the reader; the personalities engage... Read more
Published on 27 Jun 2001
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