Highborn Anna Arrington has been "following the drum," obeying the wishes of her cold, controlling cavalry officer husband. When he dies, all she w...
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Apr 21, 2011
Ruth
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I really enjoyed this book. The setting is different, in the harsh realities of war in Spain, and the characters are very different. The heroine is the heiress of a nouveaux riches upstart, who worked his way from obscurity to fortune in India, and the hero is the relatively well-educated son of an innkeeper. So, in reality, their origins are not so far apart - the granddaughter of a curate and an educated innkeeper's son - but her wealth and his lack of it, place them far apart in the eyes of
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Sep 23, 2010
Rane
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I’ve been looking forward to reading this book, and even without the small hype around, this book didn’t disappoint!
While not always, there’s something about on the road romances that always seem to make the romance that more intense, perhaps it’s the chase and how little time to lead have together, added to that, stuck in the middle of a battlefield- this is where Anna Arrington and Sergeant Will Atkins find themselves thrown together.
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While not always, there’s something about on the road romances that always seem to make the romance that more intense, perhaps it’s the chase and how little time to lead have together, added to that, stuck in the middle of a battlefield- this is where Anna Arrington and Sergeant Will Atkins find themselves thrown together.
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Sep 08, 2010
Erica
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If The Sergeant's Lady, by debut author Susanna Fraser, is a representative sample of what Carina Press (the digital arm of Harlequin) is publishing, then readers are in for a treat. If my schedule allowed it, I would have read the entire book straight through in one sitting. You should know, though, that this is no ballroom-banter historical, so if you want light-hearted smooching on the veranda, look elsewhere.
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Jan 30, 2012
Mary B.
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I am so in love with this story. I do so love reading romances that involve genuine, real love between two honest and mature people who beat seemingly insurmountable odds in order to stay together. I also adore 'forbidden love' romances, especially when it involves lovers who are separated by social class.
This book is the kind that leaves me feeling very warm and fuzzy and happy inside, and I'm so glad I found it. Will and Anna were so likeable and their stories were so interestin More...
This book is the kind that leaves me feeling very warm and fuzzy and happy inside, and I'm so glad I found it. Will and Anna were so likeable and their stories were so interestin More...
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May 13, 2011
Books&Friends
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If you haven't read Fraser's second book, An Inconvenience Marriage, go read it first. This for those who like to read stories in their proper sequence.
Anna, a lady, unhappily married to an officer, is following the drum in Spain, where the Brits are warring with the French. The Sergeant, Will, is intelligent and far better educated then his fellow soldiers. he reads sonnets and shares his love of books with his Captain.
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Anna, a lady, unhappily married to an officer, is following the drum in Spain, where the Brits are warring with the French. The Sergeant, Will, is intelligent and far better educated then his fellow soldiers. he reads sonnets and shares his love of books with his Captain.
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Apr 05, 2011
Mystique
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I loved this book! Susanna Fraser does a wonderful job of constructing a gut twisting romance with some of the most believable and lovable character I have ever had the pleasure of meeting on the page.
Set against the wonderfully rich back drop of the Napoleonic Wars the story follows Lady Anne Arrington as she "follows the drum," traveling with a husband that does not love her and the English forces. The fact that Lady Anne has chosen to follow her husband adds a unique l More...
Set against the wonderfully rich back drop of the Napoleonic Wars the story follows Lady Anne Arrington as she "follows the drum," traveling with a husband that does not love her and the English forces. The fact that Lady Anne has chosen to follow her husband adds a unique l More...
Sep 01, 2010
April
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THE SERGEANT'S LADY by Susanna Fraser is a historical romance set in 1808-1814 Spain and England. It is well written with details and depth. It is fast paced, page turner. It has romance, sensuality, military life, breaking social barriers,hardship, and true love. Can a Viscount's daughter and an innkeeper's son break the social barrier to true love....The hero, Will is a natural born soldier, a sergeant, brave, handsome, well educated, and an innkeeper's youngest son. The heroine, Anna, is beau
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Dec 15, 2011
Estara
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I read the second book before the first one, despite the many positive reviews it got - now I've finally got around to reading this and it interlocks with the flashback that is the plot of the second novel in a beautiful way.
I thought Will Atkins wasn't too much of an unbelievable guy, he remained down to earth with his men and the education he had given himself via books made him still (or maybe even more) aware of his position in society. The way that the attraction between Anna and More...
I thought Will Atkins wasn't too much of an unbelievable guy, he remained down to earth with his men and the education he had given himself via books made him still (or maybe even more) aware of his position in society. The way that the attraction between Anna and More...
Jun 19, 2011
willaful
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The Carla Kelly-ish title is an excellent choice for this Carla Kelly-ish story, a well-written, intelligent and authentic feeling romance set during the Penisular War. The title has a second layer of meaning however, because the romance is between a lowly enlisted sergeant and a daughter of an earl -- a "lady" he can never have.
I'm not a big fan of wartime stories, but couldn't resist these brave, kind, appealing characters, who love each other so tenderly. And I appreciate More...
I'm not a big fan of wartime stories, but couldn't resist these brave, kind, appealing characters, who love each other so tenderly. And I appreciate More...
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Sep 22, 2010
Gail
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I really liked this book. Really, really. There aren't too many books I say that about.
This is set during the Peninsular Wars of England in Spain & Portugal while Napoleon was in power. The story opens with the hero helping a woman in labor. He's a sergeant in the Rifle Regiment (the 95th), the woman is his best friend's Spanish wife, and the best friend can't help (he faints, or something), but he won't go find help, because he won't leave his wife. The heroine stumbles upon the gro More...
This is set during the Peninsular Wars of England in Spain & Portugal while Napoleon was in power. The story opens with the hero helping a woman in labor. He's a sergeant in the Rifle Regiment (the 95th), the woman is his best friend's Spanish wife, and the best friend can't help (he faints, or something), but he won't go find help, because he won't leave his wife. The heroine stumbles upon the gro More...
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Apr 09, 2011
Wendy
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I just finished reading Susanna Fraser's debut The Sergeant's Lady for the second time.
I don't know where to begin talking about the book. The multi-layered conflict is gripping from page one. The prose is stark when it needs to be stark, and lush when lush is warranted. Most importantly, I will remember the characters, Anna and Will, as among my favorites in Romance.
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I don't know where to begin talking about the book. The multi-layered conflict is gripping from page one. The prose is stark when it needs to be stark, and lush when lush is warranted. Most importantly, I will remember the characters, Anna and Will, as among my favorites in Romance.
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Jan 26, 2011
Audra (Unabridged Chick)
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I haven't grown up reading romance novels so the genre is pretty new to me, but I've discovered I do enjoy historical romances. This one came on holiday with me and was kind of the perfect thing to read while on deck of the cruise -- super fun but enough meaty history and plot to keep me engaged.
The sexy bits were fun and I especially loved the ending. In fact, I wish more of the novel focused on the people and plot of the end of the novel rather than the off-putting (to me) plot More...
The sexy bits were fun and I especially loved the ending. In fact, I wish more of the novel focused on the people and plot of the end of the novel rather than the off-putting (to me) plot More...
Jul 13, 2011
Mikaela
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I picked up this last year, when Kobo had offered selected Carina Press titles for 0.99. For a number of reasons, I didn't get around to read it until now. This book is on many levels a complex story about survival and second changes. The characters suffers through the whole novel. Even when they are in camp, there is some sort of trouble. The plot is gripping, and with unexpected plottwists. But what I really loved with this book is the settings. I love how the setting is described in a
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Sep 22, 2010
MichelleKCanada
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Wow I wish all debut authors were this good!
What a wonderful Historical Romance. What I deal I got when I was able to snatch "The Sergenant's Lady" for free. It was a wonderful story. The story had enough angst to keep me going and added it the right amount of adventure and longing for the main characters to succeed. There was a perfect recipe for danger, villians and a need for a HEA that made me keep reading on.
For a debut author, there were none of the obvio More...
What a wonderful Historical Romance. What I deal I got when I was able to snatch "The Sergenant's Lady" for free. It was a wonderful story. The story had enough angst to keep me going and added it the right amount of adventure and longing for the main characters to succeed. There was a perfect recipe for danger, villians and a need for a HEA that made me keep reading on.
For a debut author, there were none of the obvio More...
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Apr 19, 2011
Angela
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Carina Press had already grabbed me hook, line, and sinker before they released The Sergeant's Lady, but I went from zero to "I MUST HAVE THIS NOW" on the strength of several delightful things, only one of which is actually immediately pertinent to the book: i.e., the author, Susanna Fraser, cheerfully admitting she'd modeled Will Atkins, her hero, on Malcolm Reynolds in Firefly. This, as you might imagine, was music to my Browncoat ears.
Happily, the book proved to be quite More...
Happily, the book proved to be quite More...
Aug 14, 2011
Bookworm1858
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The Sergeant's Lady by Susanne Fraser
Carina Press, 2010
266 pages
Romance; Historical
4/5 stars
Source: Received a free copy via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
First, I liked the setting during the Peninsular campaigns against Napoleon although fortunately the fighting was not the primary concern. Instead the book looked more at the developing relationship between the hero and heroine. Will is a good man and soldier but is considered far beneath t More...
Carina Press, 2010
266 pages
Romance; Historical
4/5 stars
Source: Received a free copy via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
First, I liked the setting during the Peninsular campaigns against Napoleon although fortunately the fighting was not the primary concern. Instead the book looked more at the developing relationship between the hero and heroine. Will is a good man and soldier but is considered far beneath t More...
Jan 23, 2012
Cecilia
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A sweet, slightly melancholy at times romance set during the Peninsular Campaign of the Napoleonic Wars. The historical aspects seemed plausible. Both hero and heroine were appealing characters, very easy to like. I'm not sure I was totally convinced that their HEA was going to work out, given that their different statuses were still wide apart, and there were one or two events in the plot that seemed somewhat contrived, particularly <spoiler>when one of the officers tries to force the her
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Jul 01, 2011
Karla
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This is a great historical romance. The first half of the book is set in Spain during the Napoleonic wars, the second half in England.
Sergeant Atkins and Mrs. Arrington are traveling alone together after her husband dies and she and Atkins are separated from the regular army. In spite of the gulf between their stations -- she is an heiress and niece to an earl, he is an enlisted man and son of an innkeeper -- they fall in love. They know their affair will be short lived. They ca More...
Sergeant Atkins and Mrs. Arrington are traveling alone together after her husband dies and she and Atkins are separated from the regular army. In spite of the gulf between their stations -- she is an heiress and niece to an earl, he is an enlisted man and son of an innkeeper -- they fall in love. They know their affair will be short lived. They ca More...
May 12, 2011
Dls
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Although its placed later in time, this book was written before A Marriage of Inconvenience, and it shows. It didn't work as well for me--and partly that's because I couldn't really believe that the characters would take some of the risks they did or behave the way they did. Still, she's an author to watch.
Feb 26, 2011
Diyou
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I could not get into this book at all. Despite putting it down and giving it another attempt several months later it simply could not keep my attention. I didn't care for any of the characters, the plot felt flat to me and the events just felt too convenient for me. I was disappointed overall.
Oct 22, 2010
Kathi
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For a first novel The Sergeant's Lady is quite rich in character and plot. Our hero, Will, is an 1800's version of a fourteenth century knight. He was raised to respect and honor women and feels obligated to step in when a woman is threatened. Which causes problems when the threatener is not only above him in rank but also married to the woman in question. Anna, for her part, can appreciate Will's chivalry but has learned the hard way to protect herself.
The backdrop of the Peninsular War a More...
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Jul 21, 2011
Readaholic
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I enjoyed this book more so than the previous. Anna's story was more fast paced and I was never bored. The hero was a sweetheart and it was nice to see Sebastien get his comeupins.
Sep 12, 2010
Imogen
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This was one of the better historical romances I've read in a while, and perhaps one of the sweetest. There are enough plot twists and conflicts to keep me interested, and the love scenes are both sweet and satisfying. I can't wait for Susanna Fraser to write other books.
Jan 15, 2011
Julia
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I read fewer Regencies these days; but this was a breath of fresh air with its unconventional pairing and its take on class differences.
May 20, 2011
Marilyn
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New author for me. Great story. This is Book #1 in the series although I think it should have been #2.
Jun 20, 2011
ms bookjunkie
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4.5 stars
I am absolutely blown away by the awesome! Rich description, fascinating story, authentic feeling and compelling emotions. Wow! (And I have to note that I usually shy away from war stories, especially well written ones. Too…real.) Could not put it down!
I am absolutely blown away by the awesome! Rich description, fascinating story, authentic feeling and compelling emotions. Wow! (And I have to note that I usually shy away from war stories, especially well written ones. Too…real.) Could not put it down!
Jan 16, 2012
Julia
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It took me a few chapters to re-orient myself to this world and realize that I was glad Sebastian was dead for more reasons than the obvious. So glad Anna got her HEA, Will is a darling.
Sep 30, 2010
Christine E.
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Reading this for the second time (got my hands on a pre-release version), and liking it just as much despite knowing how it all turns out! I'll write a fuller review after I finish this re-read.
