Marquis in a Minute

by Roni Denholtz

Andrew Pennington’s life changes almost over night when his uncle and cousin die, leaving him as the next Marquis of Whitbury. Now, to his surprise and chagrin, he is the most sought-after bachelor in London.

Justine Rawlings comes from a noble family. Her younger sister, Charlotte, wants to hurry and marry her sweetheart. But Justine’s father insists she must follow custom and get married first. To prevent her sister from eloping, Justine decides to find a fake fiancé fast!

It seems like the perfect plan, and what could be better for these two family friends than to fake an engagement to solve their mutual dilemmas?

But their problems are far from over. Someone is threatening Justine even as she finds herself falling in love with her fiancé. As attempts on Justine’s life escalate, Andrew becomes increasingly alarmed.

Andrew and Justine must face their true feelings for each other before it’s too late!

215 pages, Hardcover

First published June 24, 2007

About the author

Roni Paitchel Denholtz is an award-winning author who has had stories, articles and poetry published in magazines such as Modern Romances, True Love, Baby Talk, Complete Woman, For the Bride and Women's Circle. She is the author of nine juvenile books, published by January Productions, an educational publisher. One of her books, "Jenny Gets Glasses" was ranked #7 of the top 20 favorites of first graders in a nationwide study by the Reading is Fundamental group.

Roni has six romances―five traditional contemporary romances and one traditional regency romance―published by AVALON BOOKS. "Marquis in a Minute" won the 2007 New Jersey Golden Leaf Award for Best Regency Romance. "Salsa with Me" was nominated for the 2009 National Reader's Choice Award for Best Traditional Romance; and was nominated for the 2009 Golden Leaf for Best Short Contemporary Romance.

Reviews

[Rebecca Hefner · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm a huge fan of the "fake relationship" trope so I figured I would love this book--and I did! This was the first book by this author for me, but it won't be the last. Andrew and Justine are perfect for each other and their love unfolded so naturally on the page. The inner dialogue was so realistic and you could see them falling for each other in spite of themselves. Such a sweet, well-written romance! Can't wait to read more by this author.

[Maureen A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a lovely story with real characters to love along with as their feelings unfold. The criminal element element is on a different level and also holds one engrossed. I am a loyal fan of Roni Denholtz and she always delivers a delightfully satisfying read with characters her character Justine’s favorite, Shakespeare, would applaud also! Glad to recommend this story and author.

[Liberty Blake · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a well-written, entertaining "Sweet" or "Clean" romance set in Regency England.

[Katy Lovejoy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I could do wothout some moments but it was overall enjoyable

[Danica is Booked · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was a cute book. Not my favorite, but still cute.

[Breanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

I typically don't enjoy regency romance, but I loved this. It was a nice, quick, enjoyable read.

[Rachelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this in one session. It is a book for Royal Title in What's In aName.

[Elise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun, quick read. Wish it had been longer