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At the King's Command (Tudor Rose #1)
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Susan Wiggs (Goodreads Author)
Frustrated by his own failures at matrimony, King Henry VIII punishes an insolent nobleman by commanding him to marry the vagabond woman caught stealing his horse. Stephen de Lacey is a cold and bitter widower, long accustomed to the sovereign's capricious and malicious whims. He regards his new bride as utterly inconvenient...though undeniably fetching.
But Juliana Romanov
...moreMass Market Paperbound, 375 pages
Published
August 1st 2009
by Mira Books
(first published September 1994)
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Aileene
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This was an enjoyable romance and rather well written, which was a surprise even though it shouldn't be. I've been burned out on most romances lately, they seem to not only ruin interesting plot lines but the chemistry between the couple ranges anywhere from unbelievable to irrational.
This book was a very sweet love story and while the heroine was a bit too perfect, it was a refreshing change from the TSTL gals I've been reading about lately.
When it came to the scene wher...more
This book was a very sweet love story and while the heroine was a bit too perfect, it was a refreshing change from the TSTL gals I've been reading about lately.
When it came to the scene wher...more
3.5 stars
Tanıtım yazısında VIII. Henry'nin adı geçiyor diye Jonathan Rhys Meyers ile ilgili hayaller kurmayın . Zira kitaptaki Henry son derece mendabur bir herif olarak resmedilmiş , raporsuz deli kıvamında ... Yine de çiftimizin evliliğine sebebiyet verdiği için gözümde daha katlanılır bir karakter olabildi .
Baron Stephen de Lacey son derce küstahtı , daha sonraları öğrendik ki meğer adamcağız neler yaşamış neler , yine de uzunca bir süre huysuzluğunu muhafaza etti . Juliana 'ya ...more
Tanıtım yazısında VIII. Henry'nin adı geçiyor diye Jonathan Rhys Meyers ile ilgili hayaller kurmayın . Zira kitaptaki Henry son derece mendabur bir herif olarak resmedilmiş , raporsuz deli kıvamında ... Yine de çiftimizin evliliğine sebebiyet verdiği için gözümde daha katlanılır bir karakter olabildi .
Baron Stephen de Lacey son derce küstahtı , daha sonraları öğrendik ki meğer adamcağız neler yaşamış neler , yine de uzunca bir süre huysuzluğunu muhafaza etti . Juliana 'ya ...more
Tegan Mae
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One of my first historical fiction romance novels. I love anything historical, so this was perfect. I liked that it incorporated Henry VIII, but it wasn't all about him. He played a critical role though and his character was very true what is known of the king.
Juliana is a wonderful heroine. I loved her. Her transition from princess, to gypsy, to baroness was astounding. Even though she changed she never lost the essential part of her. She kept what was important from each different pa...more
Juliana is a wonderful heroine. I loved her. Her transition from princess, to gypsy, to baroness was astounding. Even though she changed she never lost the essential part of her. She kept what was important from each different pa...more
"At the King's Command" was a very satisfying historical romance as it had many interesting twists that I wasn't expecting. It was an amazing introduction to the Tudor Rose Trilogy and had me craving for more.
I loved how I was able to really connect with, and feel for, Juliana, the main heroine. As a royal princess turned gypsy, she is a truly strong, compassionate, and loving character. This refreshing novel told a story about a woman's ability to recall a broken man to...more
I loved how I was able to really connect with, and feel for, Juliana, the main heroine. As a royal princess turned gypsy, she is a truly strong, compassionate, and loving character. This refreshing novel told a story about a woman's ability to recall a broken man to...more
Well written and intelligent romance happy to have found Susan Wiggs. How on earth do some authers escape notice while searching for books I have no clue! But thanks to all the great people here at Goodreads I constantly find great reads I may have othewise missed out on.
The heroine maybe a little TOO PERFECT as there is nothing she can't do I mean from trick riding barefoot on a pony with Gypsies to running a house full of servents perfectly AND solving all the problems to make more mone...more
The heroine maybe a little TOO PERFECT as there is nothing she can't do I mean from trick riding barefoot on a pony with Gypsies to running a house full of servents perfectly AND solving all the problems to make more mone...more
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Julianna Romanov flees her childhood home after watching it being set a blaze and her family being murdered. While traveling in England with a band of gypies she is caught trying to steal a horse. She is forced by the English king to marry the horse's owner, Stephen de Lacey. This is a love story of revenge and healing. It does not disapoint and has you looking forward to reading the next story in the Tudor Rose Trilogy.
I got about halfway through the book and got tired of waiting for things to be revealed. I love a good tortured hero, but tease me too many times with reminders but not give me any new information about why he's so tortured and I get annoyed. I also thought Laszlo chose a poor way of keeping her safe by taking up with gypsies. Often in novels gypsies are portrayed as misunderstood, but I'm sure their reputation as unsavory thieves has some root in truth. Or maybe I've just had the misfortune to ...more
I haven't read a Romance novel in a long time. This was available from Overdrive and I thought--why not? It was a fun diversion that takes place during the reign of Henry VIII in England. The romance is unlikely and I'm sure historical details are less than accurate. But it was fun to read. I admit I wanted to find out what happened next.
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I loved this whole series! Each book had me cheering, biting my nails, giggling, and in tears sometimes. The characters were strong, full of life and value, and down right stubborn at times! Which was why I love them ALL!!! This is one trilogy that I keep pulling out to read over and over...and will continue to do so.
This is the first book of the Tudor Rose Trilogy. Henry the VIII is a character - selfish and slimy in my opinion but the main characters did capture my interest. I found myself caring about the resolution needed in the drama of the story and gave it three stars, however, I am not intending to read the other 2 in the series.
I love this book. It is action packed with enough mystery to keep my interest, I could not put it down. I was actually surprised in the end. I liked how confident Juliana was and how she handles each situation. I guess it is the way I would like to be able to be. I always like a happy ending. I will read more from this author.
It was an "all right" read. It started out strong, then waned and ended on a so-so note. My favorite part of the book was the storyline surrounding Oliver and his illness. The father's angst regarding his son's illness was palpable and the developing relationship between the heroine and her stepson was touching."
I had about 50 pages left and I couldn't finish it. The heroine was kidnapped, and the kidnappers could have killed her, and I would have been okay with that. That is when you know you should stop reading. Apparently this is a re-release. Maybe she shouldn't have. Very formulaic.
I truly wanted to like this book but after reading 140 dull pages, I couldn't force myself to go one page farther. I previously read The Red Queen and The White Queen by Philippa Gregory and this book is so far beneath the quality of those books, I just couldn't get into this one. I also wonder why publishers think that once an author becomes popular (I DO like Susan Wiggs later books), they can re-issue the first writing attempts of an author and readers will think they are good based solely on...more
I didn't find out until half way through (after looking towards the back of the book for an author bio) that this is actually a reprint of a book she wrote back in 1994. And. Well. It reads like an early novel, and it is not terribly good, and I'm kind of sad I picked it up.
I might have give this book 2.5 stars, but it wasn't worth rounding up.
The story starts out okay, but about halfway through it turns in to a twisted version of The Secret Garden. I put this book on my "oh, Duh" list.
The story starts out okay, but about halfway through it turns in to a twisted version of The Secret Garden. I put this book on my "oh, Duh" list.
This is the best book I've read in a long time. It is the first book in a three-book triology. It takes place in Henry VIII's reign and follows a Russian girl taken in by gypsies after her family is killed. Can't wait to read the next book in the series
This is an okay book as these books go. A lot of interesting historical information. I'm not a big fan of romance -- thankfully this book is not just a cookie cutter romance novel.
Nice. Every now and unfortunately he dwells much is lost in the descriptions, but overall a very enjoyable novel, the characters well defined egrazie too!
This historical romance was just right for sickbed/winter break reading. There's a Russian princess, gypsies, all kinds of secrets, sword fights, and more!
This book was fantastic, I could not put it down. Very good characters and a better than average storyline. I will definately look at the rest of the series.
Enjoyed this book. Had a few marital intimacy scenes, but easily skipped over. Plot was engaging and a great historical romance.
found this book absolutly entertaining and one of the best historical romances I have read to date. Highly recommend this book to everyone!
A good book to read on a snow bound weekend....very predictable but filled with lust and honor.
A wonderfully emotional book. Great story, great series. I'm waiting by the door for the next book!
Translated this novel in Dutch, enjoyed reading and translating it very much
3.75 - Not as good as Wiggs' 19th century historicals, but still very good.
Very enjoyable :) I'm on to Book Two in the Tudor Rose Trilogy next...
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Susan Wiggs's life is all about family, friends...and fiction. She lives at the water's edge on an island in Puget Sound, and she commutes to her writers' group in a 17-foot motorboat. She serves as author liaison for Field's End, a literary community on Bainbridge Island, Washington, bringing inspiration and instruction from the world's top authors to her seaside community. (See www.fieldsend.org...more
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