Unforgettable (Arabesque) [Mass Market Paperback]

Readers will find themselves mesmerized by Adrianne Byrd's uniquely refreshing novel UNFORGETTABLE. In this latest offering, Byrd spins an engaging story about philandering millionaire music mogul, Marcel Taylor and his reclusive secretary Diane. Aptly nicknamed Casanova Brown, Marcel is the object of desire of the multitudes of women who cross his path daily, and true to his reputation Marcel "takes no prisoners." Included in this lot is Marcel's "cute" but reserved secretary Diane, who has also fallen under his spell. There appears to be no chance for romance between the two however, since one of Casanova's cardinal rules is to never mix his professional and personal life. But in Casanova Brown's world rules are mere guidelines.

When their professional lives threaten to intertwine with their personal lives, Marcel and Dianne must decide if they want to act on long-suppressed desires. The story comes to an exhilarating crescendo when Marcel, at the prodding of his best friend, agrees to attend a masquerade ball where the two scheme to choose one of the attendees to become his prospective wife. When word gets out about this, the office employees hatch a plan to crash the party, which has been made off limits to them. Diane grudgingly agrees to attend and enlists the aid of a gay friend and her headstrong grandmother who was a stripper in a her heyday, to help transform her into a Cinderella of sorts. The wily cat and mouse game that ensues is sure to intrigue readers.

Andrianne Byrd inks an engaging novel peopled with characters that are at once enduring and memorable. Although the story starts out a bit slow as she takes time to strengthen and develop her characters, Byrd does a fabulous job in presenting a stylishly romantic novel with comical moments. UNFORGETTABLE is filled with enough romance to enthrall the most discriminating lovers of this genre. It is a gentle reminder of the power of love and will capture the attention of its readers and stay in their hearts long after the final page is turned.

Reviewed by Autumn
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

This concept of the boss falling for his secretary has been done before, but nobody does it like Adrienne Byrd. You can always count on her to deliver a romance packed with a powerful combination of sexual tension, witty bantering, and a fresh storyline. Marcel is your typical "casanova". He's got the face, the body, and the charm to be inducted into the "Fine as Hell" Hall of Fame. But he's also smart and wealthy. Three weapons a woman is powerless against. Yet, he's also considerate of others and he shows Diane the type of passion she only dreams about in her fantasies. Once I picked this book up, it was hard to put down. I read it in one day. There were some other elements I really liked about this book. I enjoyed how Ms. Byrd ties in the Cinderella theme when Diane has to have the limo back by Midnight and she loses her high heel. A modern twist on a classic fairy tale. I also love how two romances are weaved into the book with the character of Solomon telling Ophelia how the romance between Marcel and Diane began. It was kind of like the Princess Bride, where the movie goes back forth between the grandfather reading to his sick grandson about the lovestory of Westley and Princess Buttercup. That was really the only reason I gave this 4 stars - because for me, there was no happy ending for Solomon - unless Ms. Bryd plans a sequel (hint, hint). Lastly, I have to point out the author's incredible ability with words and descriptions. I love how she describes emotions. In one instance, she doesn't just say that Diane's heart beat fast. She says, the inside of her chest was like a carnival...bumper cars slamming into her heart. With romance that has been done the same way time and time again, Ms. Byrd always find a way to put her signature stamp on it!

I feel in love with Marcel and Diana. It was a beautiful romantic union between them. Congratulations agian Ms Byrd. Love your books. When are we going to read about Solomon and Ophelia.. Please dont let us wait too long.