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Feb 18, 2012
Terresa
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What does a carriage race, boxing match, and balloon ride have in common? They all take place in Heidi Ashworth's Miss Delacourt Has Her Day.
Although it took me disastrously long to read (however slim, clocking in at 186 pages), I blame life and its frequent interruptions, not any lack on Ashworth's part, for the story contained plenty of fizz and pop.
For quotable quotes, Delacourt did not disappoint:
"Crenshaw's do nothing by halves . . ." (p. 10) More...
Although it took me disastrously long to read (however slim, clocking in at 186 pages), I blame life and its frequent interruptions, not any lack on Ashworth's part, for the story contained plenty of fizz and pop.
For quotable quotes, Delacourt did not disappoint:
"Crenshaw's do nothing by halves . . ." (p. 10) More...
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Mar 31, 2011
Pat
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First, you have to know...I was a hard core Nancy Drew fan in my childhood and graduated to Agatha Christie and other sleuths for my adult reading escapism(no "romance"novels for me!)....and although I was an English major (and teacher)...I just never fell in love with Jane Austin(I was more into the Brontes)
...in fact when we read P & P for book club last year, I listened to the Audible version (although I bought the annotated book and loved reading the footnotes!)...and a More...
...in fact when we read P & P for book club last year, I listened to the Audible version (although I bought the annotated book and loved reading the footnotes!)...and a More...
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Mar 23, 2011
Rebecca
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A few years ago I read Heidi Ashworth's regency romance Miss Delacourt Speaks Her Mind (see my review here) and fell in love with the two main characters, Ginny Delacourt and Sir Anthony. I had honestly thought Ashworth had set the book up for a possible sequel, and made mention of this in a comment on her blog, only to learn that was not the case. But Heidi was intrigued by the idea and set to work on what is now affectionately known as MD2 (for Miss Delacout 2). Well, finally, that dream has c
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Mar 12, 2011
Braden
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I admired Heidi's research. The world she created felt real and dimensional to me, and she balanced description with moving the plot along in an admirable way. That is difficult to do.
The book was funny. I laughed out loud in several places--something I love doing but that very rarely happens. Heidi's very dry humor sparkles through.
I also enjoyed the plot. It was clever and inventive. Because I don't read a lot of romance, Regency or otherwise, I am not an expert. But my g More...
The book was funny. I laughed out loud in several places--something I love doing but that very rarely happens. Heidi's very dry humor sparkles through.
I also enjoyed the plot. It was clever and inventive. Because I don't read a lot of romance, Regency or otherwise, I am not an expert. But my g More...
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Aug 04, 2011
Alana
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i really enjoyed the story. loved the three tasks and how anthony end up accomplishing them. one thing i didn't really care for was how weepy ginny and granaunt were in the beginning. it just didn't seem to fit their personalities. that aside, conti and anthony's interactions were halrious. lady derby was a great 'i love to hate' character. can't wait for another story!
Jan 10, 2012
Julie
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I am a big Jane Austen fan and I love the way this author's style is so reminiscent of hers. This is a historical romance through and through, but it does have a bit of adventure to it, in the fact that our hero Anthony is called upon to really work for the woman he loves.
When I picked up this book I didn't realize that it is a sequel to Miss Delacourt Speaks Her Mind. If I had known that I probably would have read that one first, since I think that the reading experience I had wit More...
When I picked up this book I didn't realize that it is a sequel to Miss Delacourt Speaks Her Mind. If I had known that I probably would have read that one first, since I think that the reading experience I had wit More...
Feb 24, 2011
CoffeeTimeRomance
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Miss Delacourt Has Her Day is a good novel that contains characters from a previous story. I was slightly lost at times, especially when the tale lead towards the previous storyline. Ms. Ashworth’s writing style has a Jane Austin feel about it. I really liked how the moral of the story was encased throughout the pages as Ginny struggled to fit into what everyone thought a true Duchess would act like as she fought against her very nature. This is a steady historical romance that has spots of witt
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Aug 15, 2011
Andrea
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Miss Delacourt Has Her Day picks up right where Miss Delacourt Speaks Her Mind left off.
Ginny and Anthony eagerly await their upcoming marriage, but suddenly everything seems to be against them. Anthony's cousin (heir to the Duke of Marcross) dies, leaving Anthony as heir. His uncle is on his death bed, and makes it very clear that Ginny isn't fit to be the wife of a Duke.
Ginny worries that no one approves of her, and does all she can to be a proper lady.
I w More...
Ginny and Anthony eagerly await their upcoming marriage, but suddenly everything seems to be against them. Anthony's cousin (heir to the Duke of Marcross) dies, leaving Anthony as heir. His uncle is on his death bed, and makes it very clear that Ginny isn't fit to be the wife of a Duke.
Ginny worries that no one approves of her, and does all she can to be a proper lady.
I w More...
Sep 21, 2011
Jacquelyn
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What if "Happily Ever After" took a little detour? Due to circumstances beyond their control, the attachment between Miss Delacourt and her hero has been deemed unsuitable. Can wit and charm support these two delightful characters through this difficult challenge? Never fear! The handsome suitor, formerly known as Sir Anthony, has been given a series of tasks to complete in order to win his bride. Despite the machinations of those around them, our star-crossed lovers remain true...and
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Mar 04, 2011
Rachel
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Miss Delacourt Has Her Day is a sweet historical romance set mostly in London during the Regency period. I have to confess I was a teensy bit nervous of reading a book set in England, written by an American author, but with hindsight I realise that was silly - I haven't been to this London any more than Heidi has.
On the other hand, how much has changed? In the year when Britain will watch an heir to the throne marry a girl that the newspapers politely refer to as "a commoner," More...
On the other hand, how much has changed? In the year when Britain will watch an heir to the throne marry a girl that the newspapers politely refer to as "a commoner," More...
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May 14, 2011
Lara
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What girl doesn't love curling up with a good Jane Austen? Okay, so I know a few who haven't discovered just how wonderful that can be, but I know a good portion of you will totally understand my love for Austen and my need to re-read all her novels every few years.
That said, I can't say that I have ever in my life read a Regency Romance by any other author. In fact, I can't even say that I knew such books existed! And then, one of my very favorite bloggists in all of Blogdania, H More...
That said, I can't say that I have ever in my life read a Regency Romance by any other author. In fact, I can't even say that I knew such books existed! And then, one of my very favorite bloggists in all of Blogdania, H More...
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Jan 07, 2012
Jessie
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It took me a while to get into this book because I don't read many Regency romances and I had not read the first book. I did feel like the author had the characters spend too much time explaining everything that happened in the first book; it would have been better just to keep going with the story after one brief explanation. Once I got into the story and the rhythm of the book I enjoyed it quite a lot.
Feb 12, 2012
Heather
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It's not often I read a sequel and want to go back and read the first book. This is the case with Miss Delacourt Has Her Day, although Ashworth did a great job of dropping in just enough information so the reader knows how Anthony & Ginny got together in the first place.
The secondary characters were well-done, especially Lord Avery and Lucinda--they were a riot.
The secondary characters were well-done, especially Lord Avery and Lucinda--they were a riot.
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Mar 01, 2011
Jen
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I rarely enjoy sequels to books because I always end up disappointed. This book was just as great as the first book. The characters were like old friends I had missed. I was sad when the book ended. Not because of the ending but because I didn't want the story to end!
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May 25, 2011
Shannon
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I immensely enjoyed this sequel to "Miss Delacourt Speaks Her Mind". If you haven't read that one, I highly recommend it as well. I loved the cover on the book - so beautiful. I read on a long road trip and enjoyed spending "time" with the characters again.
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Feb 19, 2012
LuAnn
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A wonderfully told Regency. I loved the characters and the twists in the plot were quite fun. There was only one detail I questioned: why have Caesar in his Rome, yet put Romeo & Juliet in Venice when in fact they resided in Verona, as any student of the play will know. The only glaring error I saw. I hope to go back to read the earlier book from this author. Highly recommend.
May 28, 2011
Lisa
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Great book! I was so excited when Heidi came out with this book. I enjoyed the characters and loved the story line.
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May 09, 2011
Janelle
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The perfect book for all you Royal Wedding enthusiasts.
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Mar 01, 2011
Jami
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In general, I'm against sequels in romance. Most characters just do not have the oomph to make it through a sequel credibly. Miss Delacourt and Sir Anthony do. Grandaunt Regina and Lucinda do. Miss Delacourt Has Her Day maintains the Ashworth sparkle without taking itself too seriously. It's filled with fun and romance and longing and doubts and clothes and banter and obnoxious relatives and sweet resolution. I love this book.
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Apr 11, 2011
Krystal
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This was an interesting read that took me about two days (relatively short). I liked the main character, I wasn't so sure about her to-be husband. This book would be good for adults.
Aug 03, 2011
Wendy
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This was a fun read. I liked it even better than the first book!
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