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Waltzing with the Wallflower (Waltzing with the Wallflower #1)
by
Rachel Van Dyken (Goodreads Author),
Leah Sanders (Goodreads Author)
The Season has only just begun, but already Ambrose Benson is bored…until his brother offers him a challenge. Something worthy of his particular talents.
The object: The girl hiding behind the plants—the one in the horrible dress.
The goal: Turn her into the envy of the ton. A lady suitable for a duke.
But there is just something about the lady—in spite of all her social misg...more
The object: The girl hiding behind the plants—the one in the horrible dress.
The goal: Turn her into the envy of the ton. A lady suitable for a duke.
But there is just something about the lady—in spite of all her social misg...more
ebook, 71 pages
Published
March 29th 2012
by Astraea Press
(first published March 28th 2012)
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May 19, 2012
Judy & Marianne from Long and Short Reviews
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3 of 5 stars
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An entertaining glimpse of London’s Season during the Regency Period, Waltzing With The Wallflower races along with humor, shallowness, and boredom of young noblemen who don’t consider the damage they may do when they make a bet involving a misfit “too-old” debutante.
Cordelia, with disgraced parents, is sponsored for a Season by an aunt and uncle, but her reputation, not of her own doing, makes her prospects of finding a husband slim...more
An entertaining glimpse of London’s Season during the Regency Period, Waltzing With The Wallflower races along with humor, shallowness, and boredom of young noblemen who don’t consider the damage they may do when they make a bet involving a misfit “too-old” debutante.
Cordelia, with disgraced parents, is sponsored for a Season by an aunt and uncle, but her reputation, not of her own doing, makes her prospects of finding a husband slim...more
Aug 01, 2012
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Ambrose and Cordelia. It's basically "She's All That." I realize it was a novella, but the story was way too rushed. I've read novellas before where the love story was believable, but this isn't one of them. The "hero" kept having to explain his actions because they didn't make sense. Cordelia also comes out of her shell rather quickly, although I give the authors more leeway with that because of the format. I really wanted to know more about her past and I think a full length story that fleshed...more
This was a fun one. It's a short story so things move along quickly. I liked Ambrose and Cordelia, they had good Chemistry. I liked Ambrose's twin Anthony, even though they look identical they had unique personalities. I look forward to reading Anthony's story. I did think the bet angle was a little underwhelming. It was nothing mean spirited and I didn't understand why she was so upset, again it wasn't meant to be mean, but to help her. Overall, I thought it was enjoyable.
I am always curious ho...more
I am always curious ho...more
Waltzing With The Wallflower is the story of twin brothers Anthony and Ambrose Benson, the two most handsome men in the ton, and what happens when one dares the other to focus their charm and attention on an assuming, innocent young girl who wants nothing more than to shy away from the limelight. Anthony Benson is the instigator of this bet, and Ambrose Benson the charmer who undertakes the transformation of Lady Cordelia into the belle of the ball, rather than someone who hides behind the pot p...more
Such a great novella, just like the rest of Rachel Van Dyken's stories. I was so enthralled that once I picked the book up and started reading it, I just could not put it down until I was finished. You just fall in love with Cordelia's character and just can't help but feel for her when things don't go as they should. Of course, now I have to read "Beguiling Bridget" and then "Taming Wilde" when it is released. Between Rachel Van Dyken and Leah Sanders, I have just kept my Nook Color busy the pa...more
This was a fun and delightful novella, a sweet little romantic story, the kind of story I like to call a "Cinderella" story. If you want something deeper to read you won't care for this book. However, there are times when I just want to read a short fun story, because I don't have two days to devote to a longer novel. It was a fun plot and I hope they write Anthony's story next, I would like to know what happens to him and their friend Wilde also.
Good novella, but why, oh why, didn't the authors make this a full book? Good story (even though it's a been there - told that tale before) and likable characters, I just wanted it fleshed out more. It was very rushed. If it were developed a bit more I think it would have been much easier to discern between the 3 male leads voices. Overall, a good story by author (authors?) I'd like to read more from.
This was a cute little novella. I found it to be entertaining without too much fluff or mush. It is a very quick read and flows smoothly from one page to the next. I'm usually not big on romance stories, but this was sweet and funny. I rather enjoyed it and recommend it to any fans of romance out there. But if your looking for a salacious indulgence, then you may want to pass it up as there is little to none in this piece.
It was a sweet romance. I love reading about wallflowers. One of the reasons I enjoyed it might be because I am 21 and also a wallflower and I could relate with the characters' feelings. It made me think that I want to find a Ambrose or his twin. I love that they took time to talk to the girls who were on the side lines. I finished this book in a few hours, I give it 4* stars.
This was a delightful short! I felt I actually got to know the characters despite it's length. I would love to see a series based on the three men or perhaps the idea expanded to a full novel.
My only quibble was the kiss at the ball at the end (it is unlikely considering the times regardless of the couple).
My only quibble was the kiss at the ball at the end (it is unlikely considering the times regardless of the couple).
Take a wallflower of one and twenty, recently released from indentured servitude, add two bored rakes, twins, no less, and a bet... And stir. The result: a pleasant regency romance. I can only say that I wish it were longer and more fully developed.
I really liked this book, I absolutely could not put it down! I wanted to try something from the era of lords and ladies, so I tried these books, I got hooked and have read quite a few of this time era books, this one definitely did not disappoint.
This is what a novella should be. It's a romance story, so I wasn't digging in too deep, but I was utterly suprised how much I enjoyed myself reading this. A little "She's All That" and Cinderella mixed together. Loved it! Must read more by author!
This was a cute little story. I actually wish it was embellished more than it was. I found I liked Anthony better then Ambrose..I didn't like Ambrose name... I found it weird. So, I really shouldn't hold it against him, should I?
I would recommend this book, especially if you've read a really heavy series prior too this. It is a nice fluffy little peice.. does not require much thought at all.
I would recommend this book, especially if you've read a really heavy series prior too this. It is a nice fluffy little peice.. does not require much thought at all.
It was a nice read but it was a little bit hurried because of the short amount of pages. It would have been more satisfying if the author had Gien herself more time
A belated Barbara Cartland
If you like romantic, historical novels, you'll love this book. A bit innocent for my taste, it is well written and easy to read.
If you like romantic, historical novels, you'll love this book. A bit innocent for my taste, it is well written and easy to read.
Interesting romance, but a little disjointed. If it wasn't so short, the flashbacks would have been truly annoying. It was a story, lacking true character development.
Absolutely one of the worst books I've ever read. Choppy, hero is absolutely moronic, heroine isn't better. Just don't even bother.
Kept getting the characters confused. I think the author did too. Really short.
The story was excellent just too short but very sweet story.
This was a cute but short novel. Not to much meet to it.
The resolution was too quick and easy.
3.5/5
3.5/5
clean, but completely stupid!!!!
Excellent quick read!
The pacing was kind of choppy
3.5 stars.
Very short and sweet novella.
Cute short story
On page 28 of 85(Ebook) and I'll be honest,I can't wait to see how this book ends and how come the twin bothers come to a duel over "the wallflower".
It doesn't seem so bad being a wallflower after reading this book.Twin brothers,a bet,a duel,a pretty wallflower.... Quick ,good read.
It doesn't seem so bad being a wallflower after reading this book.Twin brothers,a bet,a duel,a pretty wallflower.... Quick ,good read.
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Rachel Van Dyken is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestselling author of regency and contemporary romances. When she's not writing you can find her drinking coffee at Starbucks and plotting her next book while watching The Bachelor.
She keeps her home in Idaho with her Husband and their snoring Boxer, Sir Winston Churchill. She loves to hear from readers! You can follow her...more
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