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Ein Earl zu Weihnachten
EIN MANN AUF DER FLUCHT VOR DER VERGANGENHEIT ...
Als Silas Anson von seinem Vater, an den er sich nicht erinnern kann, die Grafschaft Lichfield erbt, hat er nur ein Ziel: für seine Geschwister zu sorgen. Um das zu erreichen, muss er zwei Dinge tun: einen Weg finden, um das Anwesen aus der Armut herauszuholen, und sich der Unterstützung seiner mächtigen Familie versichern - eine Familie, die seine Mutter vor vielen Jahren im Stich ließ. Eine arrangierte Ehe mit der Tochter des Marquess of Blandford scheint der perfekte Weg, beides zu erreichen und ihm ein normales, glückliches Leben zu ermöglichen.
... BRAUCHT EINE FRAU, DIE IN DIE ZUKUNFT SEHEN KANN.
Nur ist Lady Mallory Hughes kaum die gewöhnliche Debütantin, mit der er rechnet. Zusammen mit einer ordentlichen Mitgift hat sie auch eine Gabe geerbt, die in ihrer Familie immer wieder auftaucht: sie kann in die Zukunft sehen. Jahrelang hat ihre Familie sie vor der Gesellschaft verborgen gehalten, aus Furcht, dass sie Schande über die Blandfords bringen könnte. Wenn sie sich die Chance auf ein unabhängiges Leben - und auf Liebe - erhalten will, muss sie diese Woche überstehen, ohne sich und ihre Visionen bei Silas zu verraten. Doch als Mallory Silas versehentlich berührt, sieht sie seinen Tod.
Mit Silas' Leben in Gefahr, wie kann Mallory ihn retten, ohne über ihre Gabe zu reden und dadurch ihre Chancen auf eine gemeinsame Zukunft zu zerstören?
Als Silas Anson von seinem Vater, an den er sich nicht erinnern kann, die Grafschaft Lichfield erbt, hat er nur ein Ziel: für seine Geschwister zu sorgen. Um das zu erreichen, muss er zwei Dinge tun: einen Weg finden, um das Anwesen aus der Armut herauszuholen, und sich der Unterstützung seiner mächtigen Familie versichern - eine Familie, die seine Mutter vor vielen Jahren im Stich ließ. Eine arrangierte Ehe mit der Tochter des Marquess of Blandford scheint der perfekte Weg, beides zu erreichen und ihm ein normales, glückliches Leben zu ermöglichen.
... BRAUCHT EINE FRAU, DIE IN DIE ZUKUNFT SEHEN KANN.
Nur ist Lady Mallory Hughes kaum die gewöhnliche Debütantin, mit der er rechnet. Zusammen mit einer ordentlichen Mitgift hat sie auch eine Gabe geerbt, die in ihrer Familie immer wieder auftaucht: sie kann in die Zukunft sehen. Jahrelang hat ihre Familie sie vor der Gesellschaft verborgen gehalten, aus Furcht, dass sie Schande über die Blandfords bringen könnte. Wenn sie sich die Chance auf ein unabhängiges Leben - und auf Liebe - erhalten will, muss sie diese Woche überstehen, ohne sich und ihre Visionen bei Silas zu verraten. Doch als Mallory Silas versehentlich berührt, sieht sie seinen Tod.
Mit Silas' Leben in Gefahr, wie kann Mallory ihn retten, ohne über ihre Gabe zu reden und dadurch ihre Chancen auf eine gemeinsame Zukunft zu zerstören?
127 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 26, 2018
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Christina McKnight
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July 8, 2026
This story is very dull. I did not make it pass chapter 7. A broke hero has to marry the heroine for her money.
January 22, 2021
2,5*. Es una novela romántica...paranormal? Pues no sé yo. Es una historia demasiado corta para desarrollar algo paranormal y más cuando se basa en una única visión. Está bien escrita pero falta un poco de todo, aunque tampoco se le puede pedir más a un relato.
Con los personajes, Silas y Mallory, tampoco he conectado mucho pues apenas se sabe de ellos más que lo que se cuenta en apenas dos frases, por tanto es imposible sentirlos.
Una vez más compruebo que escribir un relato es muucho más difícil que escribir una novela. En el relato hay que estructurar muy bien para contar tu historia y que no quede sujeta por pinzas, además de darle una fuerza a los personajes para que poca intervención cuenten o vivan con intensidad lo que quieres transmitir al lector.
Con los personajes, Silas y Mallory, tampoco he conectado mucho pues apenas se sabe de ellos más que lo que se cuenta en apenas dos frases, por tanto es imposible sentirlos.
Una vez más compruebo que escribir un relato es muucho más difícil que escribir una novela. En el relato hay que estructurar muy bien para contar tu historia y que no quede sujeta por pinzas, además de darle una fuerza a los personajes para que poca intervención cuenten o vivan con intensidad lo que quieres transmitir al lector.
September 10, 2018
This is a delightful historical romance with a paranormal and festive seasonal twist! Lady Mallory Hughes is a debutante with a difference - yes, she has a large dowry, but the difference is that she is psychic and often "sees" the future when she touches someone. Her father and brother look on this as a curse and have kept her hidden away with her aunt who has a similar talent. Now, however, they have arranged for her to marry Silas Anson, who has recently inherited the impoverished earldom of Lichfield, though the two of them have never met! She travels, chaperoned by her aunt, to stay with her best friend and it is there that she is to meet her betrothed for the first time. However, the meeting provokes a vision for Mallory, the vision of her future husband's death! She has promised her father to keep her talent a secret from Silas until they are wed, but how can she prevent his death without revealing how she knows?
This is another great read by this talented author! Both the hero and heroine initially have secrets from each other but the attraction is there and builds through the story. Silas has had an unusual upbringing, living with his mother and two siblings in Paris, assuming his father and other family members want nothing to do with them. Now, as he connects with his family he makes discoveries that alter his view of what happened. He anticipates Mallory being a shy, reticent debutante, not the determined young lady she really is. As the two get to know each other there will be misunderstandings, life threatening scenarios and surprises as well as obstacles to their relationship. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and appreciated how the story flowed with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader guessing. It is an engaging read and I have no hesitation in highly recommending it!
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This is another great read by this talented author! Both the hero and heroine initially have secrets from each other but the attraction is there and builds through the story. Silas has had an unusual upbringing, living with his mother and two siblings in Paris, assuming his father and other family members want nothing to do with them. Now, as he connects with his family he makes discoveries that alter his view of what happened. He anticipates Mallory being a shy, reticent debutante, not the determined young lady she really is. As the two get to know each other there will be misunderstandings, life threatening scenarios and surprises as well as obstacles to their relationship. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and appreciated how the story flowed with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader guessing. It is an engaging read and I have no hesitation in highly recommending it!
I requested and was given a copy of this book, via NetGalley. This is my honest review of the book after choosing to read it.
September 24, 2017
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I always love the books I get from Christina. I love the world she builds so effortlessly. In this book, I loved the new twist she gives to our Lady Mallory. It’s something new she added to one of her books. She keeps true to her historical roots but adds a bit of fun to it along with mystery.
Silas has had quite a life. His mother runs away with him and his siblings. When he returns his father is dead and the family estate in ruins. He should follow the plan of an estate squire to keep his family name out of the gossip of the Ton. Silas is not thrilled but he will do what he must to keep his family safe.
Lady Mallory is traveling to meet her betrothed with her aunt in tow. She was promised that if she doesn’t find the Lord to her liking she is free to walk away and be a spinster like her aunt forever. However, sparks do seem to fly pin their initial meeting!!!
When Lady Mallory and Silas meet we see some chemistry but both are not sure of the other. Silas worries what Mallory will say when she learned of his family. Mallory decided to follow and then check in on Silas when she discovers he is not the most truthful of people. Mallory’s extra gift plays a part in the story making us wonder what is going to happen.
I loved the story and look forward to more in the series. The book was a great afternoon read on a super-hot day. It gave me reason to just sit on my butt and enjoy the air conditioning!! LOL
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I always love the books I get from Christina. I love the world she builds so effortlessly. In this book, I loved the new twist she gives to our Lady Mallory. It’s something new she added to one of her books. She keeps true to her historical roots but adds a bit of fun to it along with mystery.
Silas has had quite a life. His mother runs away with him and his siblings. When he returns his father is dead and the family estate in ruins. He should follow the plan of an estate squire to keep his family name out of the gossip of the Ton. Silas is not thrilled but he will do what he must to keep his family safe.
Lady Mallory is traveling to meet her betrothed with her aunt in tow. She was promised that if she doesn’t find the Lord to her liking she is free to walk away and be a spinster like her aunt forever. However, sparks do seem to fly pin their initial meeting!!!
When Lady Mallory and Silas meet we see some chemistry but both are not sure of the other. Silas worries what Mallory will say when she learned of his family. Mallory decided to follow and then check in on Silas when she discovers he is not the most truthful of people. Mallory’s extra gift plays a part in the story making us wonder what is going to happen.
I loved the story and look forward to more in the series. The book was a great afternoon read on a super-hot day. It gave me reason to just sit on my butt and enjoy the air conditioning!! LOL
September 10, 2018
Bound by the Christmastide Room by Christina McKnight is a quick read, a Novella. Originally published in Kissed at Christmas (Castle Keyvnor Collection)
I love Christmas stories, and this author brought the spirit and magic of Christmas together with this brilliantly written tale of two strangers, their secrets and an arranged marriage. The cast of characters are charming, engaging and believable. The plot was fantastic, a lady who can predict the the future and a gentleman who needs her dowry. Lady Mallory Hughes, has a large dowry, and she’s inherited her family’s gift, of sight. Silas Anson, inherits the earldom of Lichfield from his father whom he never knew, he has one goal in mind to protect his siblings, to do this he must marry.Sparks fly when Mallory and Silas meet, and as they say.... the rest is history. Readers will find some surprises, twists and turns, secrets and a Christmas HEA. A great afternoon read to help get you in the Christmas spirit. An absolute delight to read!
Rating: 4.5
Heat rating: mild
Reviewer: AprilR
I love Christmas stories, and this author brought the spirit and magic of Christmas together with this brilliantly written tale of two strangers, their secrets and an arranged marriage. The cast of characters are charming, engaging and believable. The plot was fantastic, a lady who can predict the the future and a gentleman who needs her dowry. Lady Mallory Hughes, has a large dowry, and she’s inherited her family’s gift, of sight. Silas Anson, inherits the earldom of Lichfield from his father whom he never knew, he has one goal in mind to protect his siblings, to do this he must marry.Sparks fly when Mallory and Silas meet, and as they say.... the rest is history. Readers will find some surprises, twists and turns, secrets and a Christmas HEA. A great afternoon read to help get you in the Christmas spirit. An absolute delight to read!
Rating: 4.5
Heat rating: mild
Reviewer: AprilR
November 12, 2019
I'm really enjoying all the Christmas stories I've been reading lately and this one is no exception. Christina McKnight does a wonderful job with Silas and Mallory's story and I just loved both their characters.
Silas is such a wonderful man and even with his quirky family giving him all kinds of fits, he loves them unconditionally. He needs money, though, to protect his siblings and estate. As for Mallory, she has "the sight" and because of it, her family have mostly hidden her from the world. Now she finds herself facing an arranged marriage with Silas and is terrified of him finding out about her psychic abilities. All she wants is love and a family of her own to care for but when she first meets Silas and "sees" him being killed in the near future, she must do everything she can to save him.
A very sweet story that held my interest from start to end. Add in the fact that it all takes place around the Christmas season just makes it that much better:)
Silas is such a wonderful man and even with his quirky family giving him all kinds of fits, he loves them unconditionally. He needs money, though, to protect his siblings and estate. As for Mallory, she has "the sight" and because of it, her family have mostly hidden her from the world. Now she finds herself facing an arranged marriage with Silas and is terrified of him finding out about her psychic abilities. All she wants is love and a family of her own to care for but when she first meets Silas and "sees" him being killed in the near future, she must do everything she can to save him.
A very sweet story that held my interest from start to end. Add in the fact that it all takes place around the Christmas season just makes it that much better:)
March 9, 2021
2.5
"Cos’altro avrebbe avuto se l’avesse perso?
Una famiglia che preferiva tenerla nascosta? Un fratello che la detestava per qualcosa che non aveva mai potuto controllare? Una zia che l’aveva protetta dal mondo ma in realtà aveva fatto più male che bene?
Non poteva essere quello tutto ciò che era destinato a lei.
Non era abbastanza. Non lo era mai stato.
Ma quest’uomo, Silas, aveva cambiato tutto quello quando aveva chiesto la sua mano. Stranamente, probabilmente non si era reso conto che la stava salvando, proprio come lei l’aveva salvato nella taverna, nel modo in cui intendeva salvarlo oggi, se era in suo potere. Avrebbe speso le loro intere vite a salvarlo, se necessario."
Questa novella storica parte con una trama intrigante e un pizzico di paranormale che alla sottoscritta piace molto, purtroppo poi si perde a causa essenzialmente di tre cose: un editing disastroso (mi sono chiesta se google translate avrebbe fatto un lavoro migliore in alcuni punti), troppa carne al fuoco per il numero di pagine disponibili e qualche incongruenza negli stessi personaggi. Partiamo subito con il dire che la "misteriosa visione" di Mallory viene ben presto svelata appena Silas ci presenta la sua famiglia e in particolare il suo gemello... penso ogni lettore possa capire come si evolverà la cosa, senza usare nemmeno troppa fantasia XD Tralasciando ciò, il rapporto tra i due è molto bello e intrigante, tuttavia alcuni atteggiamenti e affermazioni non sono del tutto congruenti, come quando Silas afferma di non credere a destino, preveggenza e simili, per poi accettare senza battere ciglio il dono di Mallory... l'amore tutto può? XD Entrambi hanno un rapporto difficile con la rispettiva famiglia, ma purtroppo la cosa non viene approfondita ed è un vero peccato, sia per quanto riguarda Silas, la cui famiglia si è separata anni prima e a quanto pare con molte bugie mai svelate, sia per Mallory, che a causa dei sui poteri si è vista allontanare e rifiutare da tutti, tranne dalla zia che a sua volta possiede misteriosi poteri, a quanto pare più forti e affinati. Ci manca decisamente qualche chiarimento tra i vari familiari, qualche vis a vis e in generale uno straccio di spiegazione con una buona dose di perdono (o rancore eterno, insomma, basta che vi sia una degna chiusura xD). Sono curiosa di sapere se avremo qualche dolcetto di consolazione nelle storie dedicate ai fratelli di Silas.
"Cos’altro avrebbe avuto se l’avesse perso?
Una famiglia che preferiva tenerla nascosta? Un fratello che la detestava per qualcosa che non aveva mai potuto controllare? Una zia che l’aveva protetta dal mondo ma in realtà aveva fatto più male che bene?
Non poteva essere quello tutto ciò che era destinato a lei.
Non era abbastanza. Non lo era mai stato.
Ma quest’uomo, Silas, aveva cambiato tutto quello quando aveva chiesto la sua mano. Stranamente, probabilmente non si era reso conto che la stava salvando, proprio come lei l’aveva salvato nella taverna, nel modo in cui intendeva salvarlo oggi, se era in suo potere. Avrebbe speso le loro intere vite a salvarlo, se necessario."
Questa novella storica parte con una trama intrigante e un pizzico di paranormale che alla sottoscritta piace molto, purtroppo poi si perde a causa essenzialmente di tre cose: un editing disastroso (mi sono chiesta se google translate avrebbe fatto un lavoro migliore in alcuni punti), troppa carne al fuoco per il numero di pagine disponibili e qualche incongruenza negli stessi personaggi. Partiamo subito con il dire che la "misteriosa visione" di Mallory viene ben presto svelata appena Silas ci presenta la sua famiglia e in particolare il suo gemello... penso ogni lettore possa capire come si evolverà la cosa, senza usare nemmeno troppa fantasia XD Tralasciando ciò, il rapporto tra i due è molto bello e intrigante, tuttavia alcuni atteggiamenti e affermazioni non sono del tutto congruenti, come quando Silas afferma di non credere a destino, preveggenza e simili, per poi accettare senza battere ciglio il dono di Mallory... l'amore tutto può? XD Entrambi hanno un rapporto difficile con la rispettiva famiglia, ma purtroppo la cosa non viene approfondita ed è un vero peccato, sia per quanto riguarda Silas, la cui famiglia si è separata anni prima e a quanto pare con molte bugie mai svelate, sia per Mallory, che a causa dei sui poteri si è vista allontanare e rifiutare da tutti, tranne dalla zia che a sua volta possiede misteriosi poteri, a quanto pare più forti e affinati. Ci manca decisamente qualche chiarimento tra i vari familiari, qualche vis a vis e in generale uno straccio di spiegazione con una buona dose di perdono (o rancore eterno, insomma, basta che vi sia una degna chiusura xD). Sono curiosa di sapere se avremo qualche dolcetto di consolazione nelle storie dedicate ai fratelli di Silas.
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July 13, 2020
Divertido...
E um livro curto e rápido para ser lido no dia a dia..
O livro trás uma estória divertida, que mostra um Conde falido, que precisa casar para manter sua propriedade. E uma Lady que possui um Dom, que a isolou, e sua família a renega e a mantém ao lado de sua tia que é uma solteirona e que já está em certa idade.
Quando o advogado da ambas as família, realiza o acordo do casamento, eles combinam de se conhecer e quando eles se conhecem o Dom da Lady se faz presente e mostra um fato que a faz temer pelo seu futuro, e ela própria decide evitar isso.
Juntos vão descobrir que esse casamento de conveniência não será um simples acordo, ele será rodeado de amor, pois ela vai perceber que a família dele a aceita perfeitamente...
Perfec... Passion... Fabulous...
Perfecto... Encantador..
E um livro curto e rápido para ser lido no dia a dia..
O livro trás uma estória divertida, que mostra um Conde falido, que precisa casar para manter sua propriedade. E uma Lady que possui um Dom, que a isolou, e sua família a renega e a mantém ao lado de sua tia que é uma solteirona e que já está em certa idade.
Quando o advogado da ambas as família, realiza o acordo do casamento, eles combinam de se conhecer e quando eles se conhecem o Dom da Lady se faz presente e mostra um fato que a faz temer pelo seu futuro, e ela própria decide evitar isso.
Juntos vão descobrir que esse casamento de conveniência não será um simples acordo, ele será rodeado de amor, pois ela vai perceber que a família dele a aceita perfeitamente...
Perfec... Passion... Fabulous...
Perfecto... Encantador..
August 8, 2018
Christina McKnight creates wonderful stories that have a little added surprise and this story is no different. This is the story of an arranged marriage between two strangers who are both trying to hide secrets. Silas is determined to protect and provide for his 2 siblings but in order to do that he must marry money. Mallory has always wanted to be loved and have a family but her family has kept her hidden because of her gift and now she must hide her gift because she fears it will end her betrothal. An arranged meeting and circumstances threaten to destroy their union but fate and love prevail. A fantastically written novella that is heartwarming and entertaining.
October 28, 2019
Secrets
This was a very well book written by Christtins McKnight and I enjoyed reading this book. Secrets, a young man inheriting a title and no money, a young lady with her own secrets, a best friend, a old castle with family, a young foolish brother and sister and an engagement and finding unexpected love. There is more to read and if this book intrigues you, buy the book and enjoy reading it as much as I did. Enjoy
This was a very well book written by Christtins McKnight and I enjoyed reading this book. Secrets, a young man inheriting a title and no money, a young lady with her own secrets, a best friend, a old castle with family, a young foolish brother and sister and an engagement and finding unexpected love. There is more to read and if this book intrigues you, buy the book and enjoy reading it as much as I did. Enjoy
December 20, 2021
Me he aburrido mucho. Hay algunos fallos en la traducción y la historia de amor es demasiado rápida y muy poco verosímil.
No hay una trama como tal y los dos protagonistas no están muy bien dibujados, su personalidad es bastante plana.
Sé que solo tiene 120 páginas pero no he sentido nada de nada con la historia ni con la forma de escribir de la autora.
No hay una trama como tal y los dos protagonistas no están muy bien dibujados, su personalidad es bastante plana.
Sé que solo tiene 120 páginas pero no he sentido nada de nada con la historia ni con la forma de escribir de la autora.
October 29, 2018
An interesting twist on a holiday romance. Everyone has a secret, some more complex than others, but it's good when this couple finally open up to each other and realize they are a perfect match. Interesting characters, even the secondary cast, make this novella a delightful read.
December 4, 2020
Es un libro ligero, entretenido y que atrapa desde el primer capítulo. Aunque es un matrimonio arreglado, los protagonistas se enamoran a primera vista. Pensé que iban a tener más participación las visiones de la chica, pero solo se quedó en una.
December 25, 2021
Enjoyable the 2nd time around as well as the 1st
Silas- new earl
Mallory - had visions
I enjoyed reading this entertaining story that is well written with charismatic characters and also been in an anthology Kissed at Christmas. Their story has a sweet and loving HEA.
Silas- new earl
Mallory - had visions
I enjoyed reading this entertaining story that is well written with charismatic characters and also been in an anthology Kissed at Christmas. Their story has a sweet and loving HEA.
November 19, 2019
Sweet and Charming
A good story with charming characters and an intriguing twist make this a lovely read. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can definitely recommend it to you.
A good story with charming characters and an intriguing twist make this a lovely read. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can definitely recommend it to you.
December 8, 2025
Cute short story of two strangers who eventually find love.
September 13, 2018
I am a huge Christina McKnight fan. I love Regency romance and I love holiday books. Combine an arranged marriage and a little bit of a twist involving psychic abilities and you have a short wonderful read.
I loved Silas and Mallory, and they were wonderful together. Both were as the old song goes "a couple of misfits." Silas because of his unusual family situation and Mallory because of her "ability." That ability has her seeing the death of her betrothed. and though they don't know each other well, she wants to be married so she can have a life of her own..
I love how things worked out for them and how her psychic ability got something wrong.
This was a really quick read, and I love stories that I can read in a few hours, especially after I've read something heavier. This book was refreshing and the characters were sweet.
As with most novellas there's always something I wanted a bit more of, and in this case it was Silas' family. I definitely wanted more about his mom and the hows and whys of her taking off with them to France. That's the one thing that made me wish this particular story would have been a full length novel, because there were so many areas that could have been explored. However that didn't detract from the story at all. That was just me being greedy.
This is a must read for regency lovers
I loved Silas and Mallory, and they were wonderful together. Both were as the old song goes "a couple of misfits." Silas because of his unusual family situation and Mallory because of her "ability." That ability has her seeing the death of her betrothed. and though they don't know each other well, she wants to be married so she can have a life of her own..
I love how things worked out for them and how her psychic ability got something wrong.
This was a really quick read, and I love stories that I can read in a few hours, especially after I've read something heavier. This book was refreshing and the characters were sweet.
As with most novellas there's always something I wanted a bit more of, and in this case it was Silas' family. I definitely wanted more about his mom and the hows and whys of her taking off with them to France. That's the one thing that made me wish this particular story would have been a full length novel, because there were so many areas that could have been explored. However that didn't detract from the story at all. That was just me being greedy.
This is a must read for regency lovers
September 14, 2018
I have read quite a few of Christina’s books over the years and I always enjoy them because they are a bit shorter and always sweet.
Bound by the Christmastide Moon is no different, and again I am loving the added paranormal to the story. In this case, Lady Mallory has visions. See, we are not talking about vampires and werewolves here.
In this story, we have Silas who inherited a nearly destitute estate and well we all know the drill he needs to marry a lady with a good dowry.
Pretty usual theme, but with a twist!
I like the twists.
Like I said, Mallory has visions and Silas’ backstory is not the greatest. So we are putting two really uncommon characters together and I enjoyed it.
There are misunderstandings, wrongs to be righted and 2 people to fall in love!
I have a special fondness for Mallory’s aunt, she was a lively character and added that extra spice to the story.
I finished the book in one go, as a novella it was a lovely fast read and I enjoyed it very much. If you are already a fan of Christina this is very much in the spirit of all the books and if you discover her here for the first time, then this is a wonderful intro.
If you want something to relax and enjoy then Bound by the Christmastide Moon is the book for you! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Bound by the Christmastide Moon is no different, and again I am loving the added paranormal to the story. In this case, Lady Mallory has visions. See, we are not talking about vampires and werewolves here.
In this story, we have Silas who inherited a nearly destitute estate and well we all know the drill he needs to marry a lady with a good dowry.
Pretty usual theme, but with a twist!
I like the twists.
Like I said, Mallory has visions and Silas’ backstory is not the greatest. So we are putting two really uncommon characters together and I enjoyed it.
There are misunderstandings, wrongs to be righted and 2 people to fall in love!
I have a special fondness for Mallory’s aunt, she was a lively character and added that extra spice to the story.
I finished the book in one go, as a novella it was a lovely fast read and I enjoyed it very much. If you are already a fan of Christina this is very much in the spirit of all the books and if you discover her here for the first time, then this is a wonderful intro.
If you want something to relax and enjoy then Bound by the Christmastide Moon is the book for you! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
September 12, 2018
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This beautifully written story packed full of deep emotions and hopefulness caused this reader to read the book in one sitting. It's the perfect Christmas romance book.
The thing about Silas that impressed me the most was his strong character and his love for his family. The author's does an outstanding job of showing Silas' desires to protect his family. Meanwhile, how he goes about getting what he wants keeps this story on the sweet warm side.
I would have loved to be like Lady Mallory. Her kind heart and fears of exposure keep her watchful yet open to new beginnings. Thus, making her the perfect wife for Silas, in my opinion. Her kind heartedness also is something that could heal Silas' broken heart in regard to his father and his childhood.
I recommend everyone read this book and give it 4 STARS.
This beautifully written story packed full of deep emotions and hopefulness caused this reader to read the book in one sitting. It's the perfect Christmas romance book.
The thing about Silas that impressed me the most was his strong character and his love for his family. The author's does an outstanding job of showing Silas' desires to protect his family. Meanwhile, how he goes about getting what he wants keeps this story on the sweet warm side.
I would have loved to be like Lady Mallory. Her kind heart and fears of exposure keep her watchful yet open to new beginnings. Thus, making her the perfect wife for Silas, in my opinion. Her kind heartedness also is something that could heal Silas' broken heart in regard to his father and his childhood.
I recommend everyone read this book and give it 4 STARS.
September 15, 2018
2.5 stars
I was excited about the plot: Mallory can see the future! and she sees her betrothed's dead. But... It didn't live up to my expectations. It had a good start maybe half the book but from there it went down, therefore a little boring. I just felt there were some things I was supposed to know, for example regarding Molly's friend, Felicity, or Silas' family. I even checked if this was part of a series. About the protagonists, I rarely like more the girl than the guy but in this case I surely liked Mallory more, Silas was average kind of flat. I really thought they will marry first and then everything progress from there... falling in love and all that. But no. Maybe it's that what doesn't allow me to believe they fell in love.
September 11, 2018
This is a sweet, romantic and engaging story. Silas is kind, charming, sweet and interesting. Mallory is caring, lonely and determined. Silas grew up in France, but went back to England to take over his late father's title. Upon learning that he is broke, he takes his estate managers advice to marry a girl with money, and leaves it to the manager to arrange a marriage. Mallory has been banished to live with her aunt because she gets visions, so she jumps at the chance to marry and escape the loneliness. They have an awkward first meeting, and issues a few problems with the truth, they are a very likable couple.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
April 15, 2019
2.5 stars
Boring at first but alright after the half.
My other comments:
- Ladies used reticule in the Regency period, not handbag. If they are the same thing, then the handbags were called reticules during that era.
- Shouldn't be cloaks taken off and left at the entrance? I don't think it's polite to dampen the house owner's upholstered furniture.
- Silas shouldn't baby his twin brother and settle all his debts. Let him grow up on his own.
Boring at first but alright after the half.
My other comments:
- Ladies used reticule in the Regency period, not handbag. If they are the same thing, then the handbags were called reticules during that era.
- Shouldn't be cloaks taken off and left at the entrance? I don't think it's polite to dampen the house owner's upholstered furniture.
- Silas shouldn't baby his twin brother and settle all his debts. Let him grow up on his own.
April 14, 2019
Bound by the Christmastide Moon is a sweet gothic romance with a touch of the paranormal. The narrator does a good job reading the story, though her vocal range is a little limited.
I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook. This is my honest and voluntary review.
I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook. This is my honest and voluntary review.
December 2, 2018
A strong, heartwarming tale with very strong family ties. This one held my interest. The characters were very well drawn.
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