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Summer Kittens
Mischievous kittens meddle in the romantic lives of three couples in an enchanting collection of historical romances that includes Valerie King's "Trial by Kittens," in which a young lady rescues two starving kittens, and in turn, they save her from the dilemma of choosing between two suitors. Original.
255 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1999
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About the author
Janice Bennett
64 books10 followers Janice Bennett never intended to be a writer, but with B.A. degrees in anthropology and classical civilizations and an M.A. in folklore and mythology, what choice did she have? Her first jobs included the usual abc's—archaeologist, bookkeeper and college craft instructor. Then, on a whim, she submitted her first novel, a Regency, and life took on a fascinating new twist.
Several books later, she began presenting work-shops, teaching novel writing at a community college, serving as a writing panel member at WorldCons...then became an editor. So far, she has written twenty-six novels and more than twenty novellas and received a number of awards, including two Lifetime Achievement awards from Romantic Times/Rave Reviews.
In her spare time, she spins wool (and pet hair), knits, crochets, weaves, and quilts. She lives in a rural town with her husband, never enough cats, a huge dog, an organic garden—and a computer she swears runs on chocolate chips, not silicon ones, which explains a lot about her.
www.janicebennettbooks.com
Several books later, she began presenting work-shops, teaching novel writing at a community college, serving as a writing panel member at WorldCons...then became an editor. So far, she has written twenty-six novels and more than twenty novellas and received a number of awards, including two Lifetime Achievement awards from Romantic Times/Rave Reviews.
In her spare time, she spins wool (and pet hair), knits, crochets, weaves, and quilts. She lives in a rural town with her husband, never enough cats, a huge dog, an organic garden—and a computer she swears runs on chocolate chips, not silicon ones, which explains a lot about her.
www.janicebennettbooks.com
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June 15, 2019
In the first story, lovely young widow Lady Stanyon is shepherding her step-daughter through her first Season, when she encounters Viscount Breydon. The attraction between them is immediate, and Emma may be on the verge of making her own match. The only problem is, cats seem to be attracted to her, and she fears it will drive Nicholas away.
The second story was about Miss Anne Tandridge, who is about to be married to stuffy Sir Arthur Ide. Her plans are upended, however, when her first love, Richard Kingsley, returns from India to claim her hand in marriage. Anne has a dilemma on her hands, but with the help of two rescued kittens, she will decide which gentleman to spend the rest of her life with.
In the final story, Miss Margaret Denby is stranded at an inn while awaiting her brother. There, she encounters Mr Jonathan Holm, a member of Parliament. Seeing that Miss Denby is alone causes Jonathan to believe she is a lightskirt. Nevertheless, he finds her attractive, intelligent and charming, if not marriage material. When this misunderstanding threatens to tear them apart, it is Anne's kitten that comes to the rescue.
I don't read historical romance any more, but all of these stories were entertaining, with lively heroines and crafty cats.
The second story was about Miss Anne Tandridge, who is about to be married to stuffy Sir Arthur Ide. Her plans are upended, however, when her first love, Richard Kingsley, returns from India to claim her hand in marriage. Anne has a dilemma on her hands, but with the help of two rescued kittens, she will decide which gentleman to spend the rest of her life with.
In the final story, Miss Margaret Denby is stranded at an inn while awaiting her brother. There, she encounters Mr Jonathan Holm, a member of Parliament. Seeing that Miss Denby is alone causes Jonathan to believe she is a lightskirt. Nevertheless, he finds her attractive, intelligent and charming, if not marriage material. When this misunderstanding threatens to tear them apart, it is Anne's kitten that comes to the rescue.
I don't read historical romance any more, but all of these stories were entertaining, with lively heroines and crafty cats.
December 13, 2012
Dieses Buch in einem Wort: miau.
Das Besondere an diesem Buch: Ein bisschen Jane Austen-Feeling bekommt man beim Lesen, denn das Buch beinhaltet drei Liebesgeschichten, die im frühen 19. Jahrhundert spielen (damit hätte ich bei dem Cover wirklich nicht gerechnet!). Allen ist es gemein, dass es das Verdienst einer oder mehrerer Katzen ist, dass die Liebenden am Ende doch zueinander finden - eine schöne Idee.
Das nicht so Atemberaubende an diesem Buch: Es ist wirklich sehr seichte Unterhaltung. Außerdem fand ich die zweite Geschichte viel zu plump und die Hauptfigur Anne ging mir auf die Nerven - wie kann sie auch nur einer von den beiden haben wollen? Das ist mir unbegreiflich ;)
Zwei der drei Geschichten sind aber ganz nett und romantisch.
Das sollte man mit diesem Buch machen: wahlweise mit Katze oder Kater auf dem Schoß an einem verschneiten Nachmittag lesen.
Das Besondere an diesem Buch: Ein bisschen Jane Austen-Feeling bekommt man beim Lesen, denn das Buch beinhaltet drei Liebesgeschichten, die im frühen 19. Jahrhundert spielen (damit hätte ich bei dem Cover wirklich nicht gerechnet!). Allen ist es gemein, dass es das Verdienst einer oder mehrerer Katzen ist, dass die Liebenden am Ende doch zueinander finden - eine schöne Idee.
Das nicht so Atemberaubende an diesem Buch: Es ist wirklich sehr seichte Unterhaltung. Außerdem fand ich die zweite Geschichte viel zu plump und die Hauptfigur Anne ging mir auf die Nerven - wie kann sie auch nur einer von den beiden haben wollen? Das ist mir unbegreiflich ;)
Zwei der drei Geschichten sind aber ganz nett und romantisch.
Das sollte man mit diesem Buch machen: wahlweise mit Katze oder Kater auf dem Schoß an einem verschneiten Nachmittag lesen.
January 17, 2014
I liked this book, but I didn't love it. Of the three stories I felt that the first one was the best, although I found the idea that cats are constantly thinking of "Chicken, cream" & other food items around the Main Female Character, rather annoying. It wasn't until near the end that we found that she could also sense their distress.
A great book to fill the spare time. I wouldn't re-read it but would recommend it to people who are looking for a light, cheery read.
A great book to fill the spare time. I wouldn't re-read it but would recommend it to people who are looking for a light, cheery read.
January 9, 2013
there are three stories compiled in one book. Of course cats played a very major role in this book! :P anyways it was such a long time ago when i last read this book so maybe if i can reread the book i can write a proper review! :)I remembered liking the book though. ;P
March 14, 2011
Three short stories. First one was the best.
April 16, 2017
I did not think it was horrible but it certainly wasn't good. So that is an ok, which is two stars.
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