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Means of Mercy #2
Love's Revenge
Embittered by betrayal, Anne MacKay flees London for America, where she learns she's pregnant with her abusive husband’s longed-for heir. In a society that doesn’t protect, or afford a well-to-do wife’s desire for divorce, Anne decides there is one way to exact revenge: deny the father any knowledge of his child.
Sought after by her husband’s henchmen, Anne travels by rail and horseback, far from civilization where silk and stays are worn, let alone thought of. Lies and deceit protect her identity for a time, allowing her to birth—and grow to love—the child who was supposed to be her vengeance.
With the help of her loyal and protective business partner, Jude Connagher, and the ranch hands in their Montana Territory valley, Anne attempts to rebuild her life under the shadow of her husband’s wrath.
One unwise decision lands Anne in her pursuers’ clutches, tearing her from the ranch, her child, and her growing love for the one man who could redeem her from bitterness. She's left with no choice but to finally face her husband, knowing her freedom and life hang in the balance.
Sought after by her husband’s henchmen, Anne travels by rail and horseback, far from civilization where silk and stays are worn, let alone thought of. Lies and deceit protect her identity for a time, allowing her to birth—and grow to love—the child who was supposed to be her vengeance.
With the help of her loyal and protective business partner, Jude Connagher, and the ranch hands in their Montana Territory valley, Anne attempts to rebuild her life under the shadow of her husband’s wrath.
One unwise decision lands Anne in her pursuers’ clutches, tearing her from the ranch, her child, and her growing love for the one man who could redeem her from bitterness. She's left with no choice but to finally face her husband, knowing her freedom and life hang in the balance.
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First published September 19, 2014
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About the author
Terri Rochenski
13 books171 followersTerri started writing stories in the 8th grade, when a little gnome whispered in her brain. Gundi’s Great Adventure never hit the best seller list, but it started a long love affair with storytelling.
Today she enjoys an escape to Middle Earth during the rare ‘me’ moments her three young children allow. When not playing toys, picking them back up, or kissing boo-boos, she can be found sprawled on the couch with a book or pencil in hand, and toothpicks propping her eyelids open.
Today she enjoys an escape to Middle Earth during the rare ‘me’ moments her three young children allow. When not playing toys, picking them back up, or kissing boo-boos, she can be found sprawled on the couch with a book or pencil in hand, and toothpicks propping her eyelids open.
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January 29, 2015
Anne is a remarkably strong woman who had the means to change her life. Anne didn't have a fairy tale life, but it helped her grow and become a survivor. Have you ever been hurt so deeply you'd do anything to let it never happen again? Anne clung to her hurt and pain to make her life change and give her control of her own future for once and get her away from an abusive man.
I loved watching Anne grow and I loved meeting Connagher. He is the all American cowboy, and you can't not love his patience and kindness. Anne made me want to slap her a few times, but after remembering her pain and knowing that she is headstrong you understand her hesitancy to allow herself to love anyone again.
I find it entertaining that Gavan allowed his desire and anger for what he couldn't have destroy him and his relationship with Anne, only to have Anne to the same. The difference is she was productive with her anger.
You can't go wrong if you like historical romances with heroines that take control of their own life overcoming the barriers for woman of the time. I could not put it down.
I did not see the ending at all. LOVED it!
I loved watching Anne grow and I loved meeting Connagher. He is the all American cowboy, and you can't not love his patience and kindness. Anne made me want to slap her a few times, but after remembering her pain and knowing that she is headstrong you understand her hesitancy to allow herself to love anyone again.
I find it entertaining that Gavan allowed his desire and anger for what he couldn't have destroy him and his relationship with Anne, only to have Anne to the same. The difference is she was productive with her anger.
You can't go wrong if you like historical romances with heroines that take control of their own life overcoming the barriers for woman of the time. I could not put it down.
I did not see the ending at all. LOVED it!
June 13, 2015
Gosh I'm tired. I made the mistake of starting Love's Sorrow in the morning while just trying to lay-back for a few minutes until my coffee kicked in...well, there went the rest of my day! Then I had to download Love's Revenge so I could move into it instantly...well. so much for my evening. Then I still needed more and downloaded Alone No More (not part of the series, but a stand-alone novelette)...kiss my sleep-time goodbye. Yes, they were that good!
February 3, 2015
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July 4, 2016
Reviewed by JoAnne
Book provided by the publisher for review
Originally posted at Romancing the Book
The book started off slow and I didn’t know if it was because I hadn’t read book one or if there was another reason. As I got into the story and learned Anne’s background and why she was running away to the untamed West it began to hold my interest more and I realized it was because initially I felt like I was dropped into the book and should have known the history that came before.
I enjoyed that Love’s Revenge is an historical romance that spanned from the east coast to the western part of the United States in the days before the west was settled but there was a sense of sadness, darkness and fear throughout. Anne carried a lot of secrets, hurts, anger and venom that colored her every day actions. She was strong willed and knew what she wanted and it was interesting to watch her decide and calculate her moves and what she should be doing to get her where she wanted which was far, far away from her abusive husband Gavin who was still in England. Watching her embrace her new life and never back down was a testament to her strong character and her stronger will.
Enter Jude Connagher, her partner in a ranch she financed but had never met before, and their chemistry was immediate although she fought it tooth and nail. Watching them get to know each other and how easily she managed to fit into her new world and surroundings was heartwarming. The dynamics and interactions between the characters, especially the ranch hands and her was fun to watch. The descriptions of the lands made me feel that I was there. There were family, friends, many secrets, lies, heartache, loneliness, tears, fear, happiness, hard work, animals, Indians, unsavory characters, laughter and ultimately love. There were a few twists and turns to the story but the ending gave wonderful closure in a totally unexpected way. I need to go back and read book one Love’s Sorrow and I hope there will be more books in the series.
Rochenski is a new to me author and I look forward to reading other romances she’s written including more in this series.
Book provided by the publisher for review
Originally posted at Romancing the Book
The book started off slow and I didn’t know if it was because I hadn’t read book one or if there was another reason. As I got into the story and learned Anne’s background and why she was running away to the untamed West it began to hold my interest more and I realized it was because initially I felt like I was dropped into the book and should have known the history that came before.
I enjoyed that Love’s Revenge is an historical romance that spanned from the east coast to the western part of the United States in the days before the west was settled but there was a sense of sadness, darkness and fear throughout. Anne carried a lot of secrets, hurts, anger and venom that colored her every day actions. She was strong willed and knew what she wanted and it was interesting to watch her decide and calculate her moves and what she should be doing to get her where she wanted which was far, far away from her abusive husband Gavin who was still in England. Watching her embrace her new life and never back down was a testament to her strong character and her stronger will.
Enter Jude Connagher, her partner in a ranch she financed but had never met before, and their chemistry was immediate although she fought it tooth and nail. Watching them get to know each other and how easily she managed to fit into her new world and surroundings was heartwarming. The dynamics and interactions between the characters, especially the ranch hands and her was fun to watch. The descriptions of the lands made me feel that I was there. There were family, friends, many secrets, lies, heartache, loneliness, tears, fear, happiness, hard work, animals, Indians, unsavory characters, laughter and ultimately love. There were a few twists and turns to the story but the ending gave wonderful closure in a totally unexpected way. I need to go back and read book one Love’s Sorrow and I hope there will be more books in the series.
Rochenski is a new to me author and I look forward to reading other romances she’s written including more in this series.
July 22, 2016
3.5 out of 5 stars
August 11, 2017
This review was originally published at NDP Book Review.
*FTC Disclaimer: I received a copy of Love's Revenge from Roane Publishing in exchange for an honest review. I have in no way been influenced by the author and/or publisher's generosity. You can't fake these stars, baby!
First Line: "A shiver raised the hairs on my neck. I glanced over my shoulder as a carriage clattered past on the brick cobblestones. Dozens of people meandered the Baltimore street, but only a gentleman on horseback paid me mind with a tip of his hat."
Hot dayumm. Did you read that first line? Talk about infusing my bones with insecurity! Did I, too, look over my shoulder while reading that? Yes.
Ok. One of two things happen after I read a 5-star book:
The book is just so FREAKING. FANTASTIC. that I can't wait to plaster my incoherent thoughts on the inter-web.
I have no clue what to write because the book is just so FREAKING. FANTASTIC!
Quite a juxtaposition, I am.
Here, we have a case of the 2's. I read Love's Revenge back in, what, March? I've bounced around trying to formulate my words, but, GAAAWD how do you explain your emotions when you don't yet understand them?
Well let me tell you: I have been brooding and I am so ready to unleash my thoughts about this sweet tale of revenge. I have to admit, though, that I read Book 2 before reading Book 1. I know, it's another bad habit I have - I have lots, see. Ain't nothing wrong with working a series backwards! In fact, I really enjoy when an author can unintentionally write a standalone novel, and that's exactly what we have here. Terri Rochenski is a literary genius.
On to the juju.
Our heroine, Anne, experiences terrible loss at the end of Book 1. Mr. Dreamy turns out to be Mr. NotSoDreamy and Anne escapes with their unborn child.
Now that we’re at Book 2, we’ve arrived at the S tage of revenge. Nobody loves revenge more than Nom de Freaking PAYBACK. And what's the best way to get payback on an abusive and obsessive husband? Well, raising their child without him knowing, of course!
We are first introduced to Anne as she's entering a pawn shop. She plans to sell some gifts her snake of a husband gave her. Traveling from London to ‘Muurica (Baltimore) she needs some cash!
If only her husband weren't such a rake... and if only she weren't being followed...
Mr. NotSoDreamy OF COURSE finds her. Creepy, right? But being the gentleman that he is *snort* he gives Anne three days to come home to London. YaaaOk. Three days is how long it takes me to perfect a manicure. Terri Rochenski has officially set the scene and Anne is the puppet - and punching bag - in an overall scheme of pride and obsession. Mr. SnakeInTheGrass only wants her back in London to save his image. Lady Luck is on Anne's side, because three days is just long enough for her to escape (again) to the Wild West.
You know… Anne can only travel west so many times before she ends back up in London... the world just isn’t that big… just sayin'...
Luckily Anne has friends. Hopefully friends that will help her - friends that won't get hurt. But let's be honest: This is Terri Rochenski we're talking about, people! SOMEONE is going to get hurt.
This book is indescribable. Terri Rochenski has a talent of sculpting settings unlike any other. I am engulfed in her words, swashing around like a drunk pirate (except NOT drunk because I’m allergic to alcohol) trying to re-learn my surroundings. I can just smell the cobblestone streets and the long wheat grass of the western world. Le sigh. Love’s Revenge took me to another place. Another time. Another love… 😏
And of course there is love! Anne finds a hope of romance while roaming amongst the wild western boys. Side note: Connagher is quite the handsome specimen, my friends. Anne learns to forgive the past and tries to love again.
Ok so she SEVERELY struggles while she tries to love again, with her cynical view and bitter outlook on relationships. Baby steps are good.
My favorite part of Love's Revenge is the characters. I feel like I’m traveling the world when I read Terri Rochenski’s work. The tone shifts, the characters’ mannerisms change, everything begins as an array of colors and slowly – delectably – focuses into a sorbent, vicious beam of white light. Unfortunately this toxic ray is aimed right at Anne’s heart and she, yet again, has to make a decision.
DON’T RUN AGAIN! Or maybe she should run. But now it’s not just her own life in trouble. It’s her child, her totally saucy rouge of a potential man-love, and the people who helped protect her.
Sacrifice? Or be sacrificed?
*FTC Disclaimer: I received a copy of Love's Revenge from Roane Publishing in exchange for an honest review. I have in no way been influenced by the author and/or publisher's generosity. You can't fake these stars, baby!
First Line: "A shiver raised the hairs on my neck. I glanced over my shoulder as a carriage clattered past on the brick cobblestones. Dozens of people meandered the Baltimore street, but only a gentleman on horseback paid me mind with a tip of his hat."
Hot dayumm. Did you read that first line? Talk about infusing my bones with insecurity! Did I, too, look over my shoulder while reading that? Yes.
Ok. One of two things happen after I read a 5-star book:
The book is just so FREAKING. FANTASTIC. that I can't wait to plaster my incoherent thoughts on the inter-web.
I have no clue what to write because the book is just so FREAKING. FANTASTIC!
Quite a juxtaposition, I am.
Here, we have a case of the 2's. I read Love's Revenge back in, what, March? I've bounced around trying to formulate my words, but, GAAAWD how do you explain your emotions when you don't yet understand them?
Well let me tell you: I have been brooding and I am so ready to unleash my thoughts about this sweet tale of revenge. I have to admit, though, that I read Book 2 before reading Book 1. I know, it's another bad habit I have - I have lots, see. Ain't nothing wrong with working a series backwards! In fact, I really enjoy when an author can unintentionally write a standalone novel, and that's exactly what we have here. Terri Rochenski is a literary genius.
On to the juju.
Our heroine, Anne, experiences terrible loss at the end of Book 1. Mr. Dreamy turns out to be Mr. NotSoDreamy and Anne escapes with their unborn child.
Now that we’re at Book 2, we’ve arrived at the S tage of revenge. Nobody loves revenge more than Nom de Freaking PAYBACK. And what's the best way to get payback on an abusive and obsessive husband? Well, raising their child without him knowing, of course!
"Keeping the child from [him] for all eternity would never be long enough to repay the heartache he had inflicted upon me. 'I’ll relish every second, though.'"
We are first introduced to Anne as she's entering a pawn shop. She plans to sell some gifts her snake of a husband gave her. Traveling from London to ‘Muurica (Baltimore) she needs some cash!
If only her husband weren't such a rake... and if only she weren't being followed...
Mr. NotSoDreamy OF COURSE finds her. Creepy, right? But being the gentleman that he is *snort* he gives Anne three days to come home to London. YaaaOk. Three days is how long it takes me to perfect a manicure. Terri Rochenski has officially set the scene and Anne is the puppet - and punching bag - in an overall scheme of pride and obsession. Mr. SnakeInTheGrass only wants her back in London to save his image. Lady Luck is on Anne's side, because three days is just long enough for her to escape (again) to the Wild West.
You know… Anne can only travel west so many times before she ends back up in London... the world just isn’t that big… just sayin'...
Luckily Anne has friends. Hopefully friends that will help her - friends that won't get hurt. But let's be honest: This is Terri Rochenski we're talking about, people! SOMEONE is going to get hurt.
This book is indescribable. Terri Rochenski has a talent of sculpting settings unlike any other. I am engulfed in her words, swashing around like a drunk pirate (except NOT drunk because I’m allergic to alcohol) trying to re-learn my surroundings. I can just smell the cobblestone streets and the long wheat grass of the western world. Le sigh. Love’s Revenge took me to another place. Another time. Another love… 😏
And of course there is love! Anne finds a hope of romance while roaming amongst the wild western boys. Side note: Connagher is quite the handsome specimen, my friends. Anne learns to forgive the past and tries to love again.
"I was unable to return Connagher's love, and I hated the man who had made me so... he loved my son as his own."
Ok so she SEVERELY struggles while she tries to love again, with her cynical view and bitter outlook on relationships. Baby steps are good.
My favorite part of Love's Revenge is the characters. I feel like I’m traveling the world when I read Terri Rochenski’s work. The tone shifts, the characters’ mannerisms change, everything begins as an array of colors and slowly – delectably – focuses into a sorbent, vicious beam of white light. Unfortunately this toxic ray is aimed right at Anne’s heart and she, yet again, has to make a decision.
DON’T RUN AGAIN! Or maybe she should run. But now it’s not just her own life in trouble. It’s her child, her totally saucy rouge of a potential man-love, and the people who helped protect her.
Sacrifice? Or be sacrificed?
February 25, 2015
What a great continuation of Anne's gripping tale. LOVED it.
April 21, 2015
I didn't like this book as much as the first.
This book contains the story of Anne after she ran away from her husband. We follow her on her flight and getting used to living in America.
This book contains the story of Anne after she ran away from her husband. We follow her on her flight and getting used to living in America.
October 7, 2015
Well done, Terri!
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