Faced with a proposal from a man she despises, impetuous Mei Lin makes a daring declaration: she will only marry the man who can defeat her in a... read full description
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Mar 13, 2011
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5+ Stars Historical Goody!
I don't think this review is going to come off sounding any other way but gushy because I just loved everything about this very short, hot and well done novella.
The Taming of Mei Lin is a story set in the Tang Dynasty in 710 A.D. China. Wu Mei Lin is an impetuous and a very skilled swords woman who has been backed into a corner by Zhou, a lesser magistrate in the district who had proposed marriage to her after catching a glimpse of her at her uncle More...
I don't think this review is going to come off sounding any other way but gushy because I just loved everything about this very short, hot and well done novella.
The Taming of Mei Lin is a story set in the Tang Dynasty in 710 A.D. China. Wu Mei Lin is an impetuous and a very skilled swords woman who has been backed into a corner by Zhou, a lesser magistrate in the district who had proposed marriage to her after catching a glimpse of her at her uncle More...
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Sep 21, 2010
Victoria
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A local corrupt magistrate has proposed marriage to Wu Mei Lin and it's not an honorable proposal, but an offer to make her his second concubine. Though it will buy her family a certain amount of freedom, Mei Lin can't do it. She promises she will marry the man who can best her in a sword fight, never foreseeing the number of brutes her estranged suitor will send against her and her family. Then one day a handsome stranger comes to town....
I really enjoyed this story, but not just be More...
I really enjoyed this story, but not just be More...
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Sep 03, 2010
Cate
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I've been looking forward to Jeannie Lin's stories for months now because she's breaking new ground with romances set in Tang Dynasty China. I crawled into bed last night and opened this one, thinking I'd just start reading a few pages--and instead found myself devouring the entire story. It's simply WONDERFUL. Mei Lin is an indomitable heroine both kind and fierce, and Shen Leung is a sexy, skilled, and honorable hero every bit her match. Their clash of wills is a thing of beauty, as is their l
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Sep 03, 2010
Stephanie
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Jeannie Lin is pure magic. Take a spunky historical heroine. Add a strong and silent hero. Stir together with a dash of humor and pour into an exotic ancient setting. There you have the recipe for a sensual tale that will leave you sighing, grinning, and more than a little flushed. This is an adorable little story by a brilliant new writer. Mei Lin is a bad girl who stole my heart even before her handsome swordsman stole hers.
If you think a romance novel set in ancient China isn't More...
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Feb 09, 2012
Kristen
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I certainly hope that these two pop up at some point in Butterfly Swords because I liked both characters a lot and I really want to know what Shen's top secret imperial mission was. I also want to know who Mei Lin's sword master was. Also I found Mei Lin so unintentionally amusing.
If they don't, then I can only say that I wish this was longer so we could get to know the characters better. It was a nice read but I do have an issue with the title - I just don't think it's at all accurate for More...
If they don't, then I can only say that I wish this was longer so we could get to know the characters better. It was a nice read but I do have an issue with the title - I just don't think it's at all accurate for More...
Aug 21, 2011
Ana
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Faced with a proposal from a man she despises, impetuous Mei Lin makes a daring declaration: she will only marry the man who can defeat her in a sword fight. She has bested everyone who has so far tried to teach her a lesson...until a handsome stranger comes to her village. In captivating swordsman Shen Leung , Mei Lin finally sees a man she wants to marry. A man she's willing to surrender to in every way....
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Aug 21, 2011
Laylah
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No matter how well the author handle the romance and chemistry within such a few pages, the incredulity I found at the very end of this book just drop the grade I intended to give from 4 to 3 stars. Considering Chinese palanquin's design, you don't climb into one after chasing away an enermy and threatening him his life a mere second ago no matter how horny you are. No. It's just plain dumb -- like jumping into a sword box without anything magic about it.
Mar 12, 2011
Zen
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Fluffy, enjoyable read with wuxia flavour. Liked that the reference to the fact that Mei Lin's swordmaster wasn't a man and loved that because she didn't know how to seduce the dude, she decided to kill him. Now that's my idea of a heroine!
Unusually, I quite liked the alpha hero. I think it's because Mei Lin's obviously pretty alpha herself!
Unusually, I quite liked the alpha hero. I think it's because Mei Lin's obviously pretty alpha herself!
Sep 12, 2010
Imogen
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First of all - what an unusual Romance genre! Historical and Asian with a sword fight to boot... And it works - the chemistry between Mei Lin and her gorgeous swordsman sizzles, and my only grumble is how short the book is (a mere five chapters). Whether you're Asian or no, the story is timeless and touching, and the romance succeeds in transcending the boundaries of time and culture. I enjoyed this.
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Jan 23, 2011
Jamie Lyn
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Awesome prequel to Butterfly Swords. It was nice and short and very action packed. It only took a little over an hour to read. I actually liked that I read Butterfly Swords first because you hear about this story in it then it really comes to life once you read this. Can't wait for Jeannie Lin to come out with more books.
Sep 06, 2010
Kate
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If this short story is indicative of the quality of Ms Lin's writing, I can't wait for Butterfly Swords!
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Sep 04, 2010
Jill
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This was short, sweet, and fun. The hero was sexy, and the heroine was fierce, which was pretty darn awesome. Loved this and wish it was twice as long.
Oh, and the swordfighting? Rocked. Can't wait for BUTTERFLY SWORDS next month.
Oh, and the swordfighting? Rocked. Can't wait for BUTTERFLY SWORDS next month.
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Oct 20, 2011
Elisa
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Great little story! The opening is a master class in how to set up a powerful conflict.
Sep 29, 2010
Joely
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Favorite line: "Everytime I touch you, it's a promise. And I always keep my promises."
May 30, 2011
Ana
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Great short read. I love the Tang Dynasty setting--very unique and refreshing!
Dec 08, 2010
Tara
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This is a really cool short story. It's a story I have heard before.. People try to force girl to marry.. Girl declares whoever beats her swordfight will be her future husband. Of course, men try and fail. Till one day, she sees a desirable mate and lets him win.
Once I hit the 85% mark, however, it became the first chapter of Butterfly Swords. I was disappointed. I wanted more.
Favorite quote: "But when I saw you, I realized I had no idea how to seduce a man. More...
Once I hit the 85% mark, however, it became the first chapter of Butterfly Swords. I was disappointed. I wanted more.
Favorite quote: "But when I saw you, I realized I had no idea how to seduce a man. More...
Jan 18, 2012
ms bookjunkie
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A bite-sized but satisfying read. Now peckish for more Chinese historicals…
Oct 29, 2010
Juli
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A delightful prequel to Butterfly Swords. Not all authors can do short romances justice, but this was just the right length and complexity for me. Wonderful setting, interesting secondary characters, good romance arc, all with no sense of being short-changed.
Oct 13, 2010
Robin
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It was quite good. I'm reading her first full length book now which is a Golden Heart Winner!
Sep 07, 2010
Megan
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I highly recommend THE TAMING OF MEI LIN by new author Jeannie Lin. This Harlequin Undone is a prequel to her October Harlequin Historical, BUTTERFLY SWORDS. Set in ancient China, the story sparkles with vibrant description and great storytelling. The main characters' swordplay reads not only with dramatic action but as compelling foreplay. I could feel the heat of the day and the heat of their growing attraction for each other. The author has developed a fantastic story with real characters and
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