Mine Till Midnight (The Hathaways, #1)

Mine Till Midnight (The Hathaways #1)

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When an unexpected inheritance elevates her family to the ranks of the aristocracy, Amelia Hathaway discovers that tending to her younger sisters and wayward brother was easy compared to navigating the intricacies of the ton. Even more challenging: the attraction she feels for the tall, dark, and dangerously handsome Cam Rohan.

Wealthy beyond most men's dreams, Cam has tire...more
Mass Market Paperback, 360 pages
Published October 2nd 2007 by St. Martin's Paperbacks
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Auntee
Sep 15, 2010 Auntee rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Fans of LK's Wallflowers series; historical romance fans
Can The Hathaways series compete with Lisa Kleypas's fantastic Wallflowers series? Well I had my doubts, but if the first book, the wonderful Mine Till Midnight, is any indication of how this series will play out, my answer is a resounding Yes!

This book just flew by for me--I never once wanted to put it down! I loved the Hathaway family, with all their eccentricities, although (other than young Beatrix with her love for critters and her 'sticky fingers', and of course eldest sibling Leo with his...more
UniquelyMoi *Dhestiny* BlithelyBookish

There’s something just so special about a historical romance done the Lisa Kleypas way. Light, yet with substance. So much sexual passion and yet such tender love. Her books are always a delightful escape and her heroes are always so sigh-worthy.

This is a touching story about a tight knit, albeit quirky, family consisting of four sisters, Amelia, Win, Poppy, and Beatrix; their one brother, Leo, and Merripen, who as a young boy was wounded and left for dead following a Gypsy hunt. He was brought...more
Shawna
5+ stars – Historical Romance

It simply doesn’t get any better than Lisa Kleypas. I loved the Wallflowers series, and I’ve been looking forward to Cam’s story, ever since he so completely captivated me in Devil in Winter. Instead of flying through this lightning fast like I did with the Wallflower books, I took my time and savored it, which was well worth it because Cam Rohan is like the finest, rarest dark chocolate.....exotically decadent and sinfully delicious!

Mine Till Midnight is a beautiful...more
Ronyell
When I started reading Teresa Medeiros’ romance novels, I started to really get into romance novels. I finally heard about another romance author and her name was Lisa Kleypas! “Mine Till Midnight” is the first book I have read from Lisa Kleypas and it is also the first book of the Hathaway family series. If you have not read a romance novel full of sexual tension, drama and mystery, “Mine Till Midnight” is definitely a romance novel that is worth checking out!

The Hathaway family (Leo, Amelia, W...more
Isis FG
Rating: 4.5 / 5

If I'd noticed back when this book came out that it was about Cam Rohan from the Wallflowers series (I think he was just in one book...), I would have read it much sooner! Cam was such an intriguing character when Kleypas gave us a peak at him before. I was actually rather disappointed that he didn't end up with Daisy. But I'm glad Kleypas brought Cam back and let us see more of him. I ended up liking him even more!

The heroine of Mine Till Midnight is a "spinster" named Amelia Hat...more
Annie (Under the Covers Book Blog)
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Holly
Jul 13, 2010 Holly rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: All fans of historical romance with incendiary leading men
5++ Stars
*All Time Favorite Book List*

If I could give this book 10 stars, I would. I honestly haven't enjoyed a book this much in AGES. Cam Rohan is now firmly planted very close to the top of my list of all time favorite leading men.

The chemistry between Cam & Amelia is just breathtaking. I have always been a sucker for an Alpha male, and Cam is about as Alpha as they come. When he finally sets his mind to having Amelia, he won't let anyone or anything stand in his way. He's fierce, compell...more
Eastofoz
Aug 26, 2008 Eastofoz rated it 4 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Readers who like an exotic hero
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Lady Danielle aka The Book Huntress
I hadn't read any Kleypas for a while when I started reading this book. It reminded me of how effective and seductive Kleypas is as a writer. She really does write a beautiful love story. Her stories are dreamy and elegant, full of imagery that draws me into the story and out of my everyday existence. She really is a wordsmith to this reader.

I know a lot of fans were unhappy that Cam was not paired with Daisy, but I have no regrets. Cam and Amelia were meant to be together. Cam was searching for...more
Keertana
Rating: 4.5 Stars

Mine Till Midnight is a novel that completely took me by surprise. Although its cover just screams "bodice ripper," don't let that fool you. In reality, Lisa Kleypas' first Hathaways novel is a story of tender relationships, growing family, and understanding love. It's a novel that defies most of the typical norms set on historical fiction, instead taking a less-trodden path and succeeding all the more for it. While you would expect plenty of sensual encounters, dashing dukes,...more
Leah
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Katie(babs)
Lisa Kleypas is a master at writing historical romance and Mine Til Midnight is the perfect example. There are wonderful characters, conversations and a sexy and great romance. Plus the love scenes are excellent also!

Kleypas has written a new set of incredible characters in that of the Hathaway family. There are four sisters and one brother who are eclectic, funny and just plain enjoyable to read. Amelia is the head of this rag tag family who have lost their parents. They have major issues, incl...more
Loederkoningin
This is probably the first romance I've read in which the hero doesn't come with an impressive title.
Fear not though! Swarthy gypsy Cam Rohan has plenty of money and with the countenance of an exotic angel, a face that has definitely been created for sin, the brooding mouth of a fallen angel, the angular jaw and golden-hazel tiger eyes shaded by long straight lashes you still get your money's worth.

So Cam, what do you look like?
Hmm probably not...


An Indian gypsy: if those aren't romance novel e...more
Vered
Oct 30, 2011 Vered rated it 4 of 5 stars
Shelves: hr
Lovley. The best Lisa Klepas I've read so far.
Amelia is an Elinorish kind of heroine (as in Sense and Sensibility's) which I love and I had a thing for Cam ever since Devil in Winter.

It was a simple love story. Not too complicated, no too many misunderstandings, angst or brooding. Sweet (but not to the point of a dying need for antacid).

Great sex scenes, sharp dialogs and a big goofy smile by the end of it. Good enough for me.
Jen
Oh, how I loved this book! Lisa Kleypas introduced me to the world of historical romance a few years ago and she continues to be my absolute favorite. Cam and Amelia were both strong, smart characters who knew their worth and weren't intimidated by each other (much). Their attraction was immediate but hampered by the fact that Cam is of Roma descent and Amelia consideres herself a spinster after a failed courtship.

It was nice to see that Amelia's reservations about the new relationship blossomi...more
Jane Stewart
Ok as a romance novel. I was not wowed, surprised or delighted.

I prefer a little more interesting, witty or humorous conversation (or suspense). I enjoyed Rom, the half gypsy character, but I was uneasy with his wanting to throw away his money. He was lucky at earning it and kept trying to throw it away or give it away. The author said something about he couldn't feel free if he had any possessions. Parts of the story were ok, but I would not recommend buying this book.

There were unanswered ques...more
Bekah
Amelia Hathaway is the matriarch of the sometimes eccentric Hathaway clan. She’s the mother hen, the worry wart, the one they all depend on. But with a string of tragedies in their family and a not so lucky title inherited by her brother, Amelia may just have bitten off more than she can handle on her own. Good thing she’s run into a mysterious, delicious and handsome Gypsy who just refuses to let her go…

I am so happy to have FINALLY gotten to meet the Hathaways!! And yes, I adore them. I love t...more
Dina
I loved Cam Roham since his first appearance in 'Devil in Winter', so I was more than thrilled when Kleypas made him the 1st hero in her new Hathaway series. Unfortunately, his story didn´t live up to my expectations. Don´t get me wrong, Cam was still as interesting as ever in 'Mine Till Midnight', but little else was up to par. :(

Where do I begin? Well, let´s take Amelia Hathaway, Cam´s heroine. She was nice enough, but I just didn´t feel her "connection" with Cam. I got the feeling that she wa...more
❀ Mary ❀
This was pure pleasure!! I really enjoyed learning more about Cam Rohan, when I read Devil in Winter I always thought he was an interesting man and now there's a confirmation of it

In this book, as being the first in the serie, the Hathaway family is really messed up specially Leo and as a good hook to keep reading there are a lot of unfinished issues, like the relationship between Win and Merripen and why Cam and Merripen have the same tatoo. As a bonus for me; in this book also make an appeara...more
Pamela(AllHoney)
The first book in Lisa Kleypas The Hathaways series. We met Cam Rohan in the Wallflowers series. I think many people were a bit disappointed when Cam didn't end up with Daisy but that was for the best. Cam found his sweetheart in Amelia. Nice start of a Kleypas series. Didn't have that WOW factor that many of Ms Kleypas books have for me but definitely worth reading.
Lady Darcie
Feb 06, 2009 Lady Darcie rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: romance lovers
Recommended to Lady Darcie by: nobody
I LOVED LOVED this book, it was entertaining and heart stopping. Cam and Amelia were just the greatest couple, they had a great chemisty. Many girls would be wishing to find a gypsy lover like Cam. i know i did ;)
Rane
Coming from different walks of life Amelia Hathaway and Cam Rohan couldn't be more different then day and night, but just click together like two puzzles pieces making a whole.
Amelia comes from a family of so called misfits and as the oldest female has taken the role of protector of her family's welfare at the risk of danger and the occasional headache. Coming into a recent wealth and a title for her bother to boot. Amelia and her family are thrust into a well to do society one that they have...more
Carla *Jen7waters*
And Lisa Kleypas strikes again!
My God, I loved this book so, so, so much. I can’t even think about certain moments or I get all emotional.


Mine Till Midnight tells the story of Cam, a character that first appears in The Best Historical Romance Ever Written or just Devil in Winter. He is half Gypsy, half Irish, (all yummy), and works at Jenner’s gambling club; he’s like a brother to my dear Evie (although that makes no difference to Sebastian who sees every man as a threat when the subject regards...more
Mollie *scoutrmom*
Jun 29, 2011 Mollie *scoutrmom* rated it 4 of 5 stars Recommends it for: fans of historical romance
The first time I read this, I did not write a review because I was in such a hurry to take it back to the public library and get the next book in the series.

I really liked the heroine, Amelia. She is a responsible, caring oldest sister to her orphaned siblings. She puts their needs before her own. She handles all the responsibilities thrust upon her without complaint. She has survived the betrayal by her first love. She even shows a wry sense of humor despite all the bad luck that befalls her. S...more
Michelle
I really enjoyed the first book in the Hathaway series. Since the death of her parents and since inheriting the title that boosts her family into the ranks of aristocracy, Amelia Hathaway, the eldest of the five Hathaway siblings, carries the weight of the family on her shoulders. Cam Rohan is hot, sexy, secretive, strong and romantic… Everything a hero should be. Being half Gypsy and half Irish he no longer wants to live his life as a rich man but wants to go back to his roots and live his life...more
Juliana
Lisa Kleypas kicks off another great series!

Setting: London and Hampshire county, England, 1848
Sensuality rating: 8.5 (well-written sexual tension, multiple love scenes)


Just read Mine Till Midnight (The Hathaways, Book 1) for the second time, since I had wanted to refresh myself on the Hathway family before starting the second book in the series, Seduce Me at Sunrise (The Hathaways, Book 2). I loved it as much as the first time I read it. Lisa Kleypas is definitely one of the most talented (if n...more
Alyssa (Hesperia Loves Books)
I was very surprised at how much I liked this first installment of the Hathaway's series. Personally, historical romance is not my favorite genre, but I couldn't pass up so many great recommendations.



This first book did a wonderful job in setting the world & background of the Hathaway's and gives us plenty of possibilities for future storylines. I am definitely looking forward to each family members storyline in upcoming books.



Cam & Amelia's love story was very sweet & touching. One...more
April
Liked this better than the last two Lisa Kleypas books that I read! I love the hero - Cam is a wonderful mix of sexy, dangerous & forbidden and strong, able & romantic... What a man... But I felt that the sex scenes were overdone and the love story stalled at times! I am looking forward to watching the adventures of the rest if the Hathaway family!
Jessica
Well, this was quite good. I am a fan of this author and I cannot recall ever reading a bad book of hers. Amelia was okay, but I actually liked Winnifred better. Cam was very hero-like but still had enough quirks to keep him human. My one complaint would have to be: oh-the-melodrama! Amelia had a suicidal brother, invaild sister and a klepto sister! Her house burned down... and that house was haunted by the ghost of a dead girl! There was a room full of hundreds of thousands of bees! There was s...more
Quinn
Jul 19, 2011 Quinn rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Regency romance lovers
LOVE x84745393475! I couldn't put it down. Amelia was awesome- mature, caring, proper yet not so much. Cam was a dream- just rough enough, sweet, generous, exciting. I could read more books about the two of them!

Thanks to swap.com, I was able to my collection of treasured Regency novels in a matter of days. You will have to pry it out of my cold, dead hands. :-)
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LISA KLEYPAS is the RITA award-winning author of 21 novels. Her books are published in fourteen languages and are bestsellers all over the world. She lives in Washington State with her husband and two children.
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