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The Pinkerton Matchmaker #11
An Agent for Belle
Marriage is the last thing Belle wants, but she’ll have to get married to avoid it.
When Isabelle Wood answers a newspaper advertisement for female Pinkerton detectives, it seems the perfect way to avoid her parents’ desire for her to wed… until she discovers she has to marry her training agent for the duration of her first case.
It would be easier if her temporary husband, Valentine Stevens, wasn’t so ridiculously charming and attractive. But all they have to do is stop whoever is sabotaging a burlesque show in Cheyenne, and then she can go back to being happily unattached. Surely she can resist temptation for that long.
But with criminals on the loose, the glamorous lead actress taking an interest in Val, and a hefty dose of stage fright, Belle’s first case is going to be far from easy.
Lady Pinkerton detectives, their rough and ready agents, and a whole lot of excitement and romance! The Pinkerton Matchmaker series tells the stories of the women determined to bring criminals to justice, and the agents who win their hearts. Each book is a standalone story and they can be read in any order.
When Isabelle Wood answers a newspaper advertisement for female Pinkerton detectives, it seems the perfect way to avoid her parents’ desire for her to wed… until she discovers she has to marry her training agent for the duration of her first case.
It would be easier if her temporary husband, Valentine Stevens, wasn’t so ridiculously charming and attractive. But all they have to do is stop whoever is sabotaging a burlesque show in Cheyenne, and then she can go back to being happily unattached. Surely she can resist temptation for that long.
But with criminals on the loose, the glamorous lead actress taking an interest in Val, and a hefty dose of stage fright, Belle’s first case is going to be far from easy.
Lady Pinkerton detectives, their rough and ready agents, and a whole lot of excitement and romance! The Pinkerton Matchmaker series tells the stories of the women determined to bring criminals to justice, and the agents who win their hearts. Each book is a standalone story and they can be read in any order.
205 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 23, 2018
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About the author
Nerys Leigh
19 books42 followersNerys Leigh writes wildly romantic stories about American mail order brides, which could be considered strange as she is British and has never been married. But she thinks the old adage of writing what you know is codswallop.
She thinks cheesecake and white chocolate are mankind's greatest inventions. One day she’ll eat a white chocolate cheesecake and her life will be complete.
She loves nothing more than to guide her heroes and heroines to true love and then find out that other people adore her characters as much as she does.
If you sign up for her newsletter at http://eepurl.com/b-Gj2T she will he so ridiculously grateful that she’ll give you a free novella called The Blacksmith’s Heart, the story of a widowed single father who finds the love of his life a second time.
Nerys hasn’t ever used the word codswallop before. It’s likely she never will again.
She thinks cheesecake and white chocolate are mankind's greatest inventions. One day she’ll eat a white chocolate cheesecake and her life will be complete.
She loves nothing more than to guide her heroes and heroines to true love and then find out that other people adore her characters as much as she does.
If you sign up for her newsletter at http://eepurl.com/b-Gj2T she will he so ridiculously grateful that she’ll give you a free novella called The Blacksmith’s Heart, the story of a widowed single father who finds the love of his life a second time.
Nerys hasn’t ever used the word codswallop before. It’s likely she never will again.
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May 3, 2019
Isabelle Wood has left home to avoid being forced to marry. Instead, she’s joined the Pinkerton Detective Agency as one of their new wave of female agents. But the letter offering her employment missed out one vital detail: that she will be required to enter into a marriage of convenience as part of her first training assignment.
(Yes, this is pretty far-fetched, but it does illustrate something I’ve recently realised about good fiction: if you’re going to ask your reader to buy into some far-fetched idea or coincidence, introduce it in Chapter One. Or on page one. Because then anyone who can’t buy into the idea will stop reading. Those of us who think it sounds like fun will keep reading and forgive the unbelievable set-up.)
Belle’s new husband is equally unenthusiastic about the idea. His idea of a good marriage is one he’s not part of.
Anyway, Belle and Val (yes, the hero is Valentine) are sent to Cheyenne to save a burlesque show from being sabotaged. But they’ll have to work undercover, which means Belle gets a job as a dancer (complete with what she considers to be an inappropriate costume), while Val hires on as a stage hand (which involves more manual work than he’s used to).
An Agent for Belle was a quick and enjoyable read. I especially enjoyed the sassy and witty dialogue, and the scenes where Belle gets one up on Val. He has occasional male chauvinist tendencies (he’s a man of his time—the 1870s), but Belle wastes no time in putting him in his place and demonstrating that she does have an aptitude for investigative work … among other things.
It was fun to watch two people who were actively against marriage fall for each other, especially given how reluctant they were to admit it. It’s also a story of women ahead of their time, from Belle the Pinkerton agent to Maria, who is a savvy businesswoman who just happens to manage and lead a troupe of burlesque dancers.
Overall, the story has a great mix of romance and suspense, all pitched against an intriguing yet fun concept, and with lots of great lines. Recommended for fans of historical westerns.
Thanks to the author for providing a free ebook for review.
(Yes, this is pretty far-fetched, but it does illustrate something I’ve recently realised about good fiction: if you’re going to ask your reader to buy into some far-fetched idea or coincidence, introduce it in Chapter One. Or on page one. Because then anyone who can’t buy into the idea will stop reading. Those of us who think it sounds like fun will keep reading and forgive the unbelievable set-up.)
Belle’s new husband is equally unenthusiastic about the idea. His idea of a good marriage is one he’s not part of.
Anyway, Belle and Val (yes, the hero is Valentine) are sent to Cheyenne to save a burlesque show from being sabotaged. But they’ll have to work undercover, which means Belle gets a job as a dancer (complete with what she considers to be an inappropriate costume), while Val hires on as a stage hand (which involves more manual work than he’s used to).
An Agent for Belle was a quick and enjoyable read. I especially enjoyed the sassy and witty dialogue, and the scenes where Belle gets one up on Val. He has occasional male chauvinist tendencies (he’s a man of his time—the 1870s), but Belle wastes no time in putting him in his place and demonstrating that she does have an aptitude for investigative work … among other things.
It was fun to watch two people who were actively against marriage fall for each other, especially given how reluctant they were to admit it. It’s also a story of women ahead of their time, from Belle the Pinkerton agent to Maria, who is a savvy businesswoman who just happens to manage and lead a troupe of burlesque dancers.
Overall, the story has a great mix of romance and suspense, all pitched against an intriguing yet fun concept, and with lots of great lines. Recommended for fans of historical westerns.
Thanks to the author for providing a free ebook for review.
December 27, 2018
An Agent For Belle ( The Pinkerton Matchmaker-Book 11 )
By: Nerys Leigh
An Agent For Belle is book eleven in The Pinkerton Matchmaker Series. Any of the books can be read in any order. Ms. Leigh has a way of drawing your in at the start. I did not want to put it down. Belle wants to be a Pinkerton agent, but they tell her that she has to get married to another Pinkerton agent before her first assignment. Val is handsome , but neither one wants to get married. I laughed at these two. How is this going to work married to a person you know nothing about. Is the Pinkerton Playing matchmaker? Can they pull it off? I enjoyed Val and Belle story. I highly recommend An Agent For Belle.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book, but was not told that I had to give a positive review. All opinions are my own.
By: Nerys Leigh
An Agent For Belle is book eleven in The Pinkerton Matchmaker Series. Any of the books can be read in any order. Ms. Leigh has a way of drawing your in at the start. I did not want to put it down. Belle wants to be a Pinkerton agent, but they tell her that she has to get married to another Pinkerton agent before her first assignment. Val is handsome , but neither one wants to get married. I laughed at these two. How is this going to work married to a person you know nothing about. Is the Pinkerton Playing matchmaker? Can they pull it off? I enjoyed Val and Belle story. I highly recommend An Agent For Belle.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book, but was not told that I had to give a positive review. All opinions are my own.
January 25, 2019
I've been reading through this series and have enjoyed all but one of the books (it had a cuss word in it, and I don't read books with cussing in them).
An Agent for Belle was very good, although at times it could get "lustful". Belle and Val are working with a burlesque show. Someone is trying to sabotage the show and they are sent to find out why. Belle proves to be a very good Pinkerton Agent, although she doesn't always feel like she is contributing anything. Of course, they start out opposed to being married, and Val, being the ladies man that he is, definitely doesn't want this marriage - until he sees what a great lady Belle is. Belle just wants her freedom and adventure - until Val comes along!
This was a good story, clean.
An Agent for Belle was very good, although at times it could get "lustful". Belle and Val are working with a burlesque show. Someone is trying to sabotage the show and they are sent to find out why. Belle proves to be a very good Pinkerton Agent, although she doesn't always feel like she is contributing anything. Of course, they start out opposed to being married, and Val, being the ladies man that he is, definitely doesn't want this marriage - until he sees what a great lady Belle is. Belle just wants her freedom and adventure - until Val comes along!
This was a good story, clean.
February 14, 2019
Literally, a great laugh
This installment of the Pinkerton Matchmaker series was hilarious and suspenseful. The author's writing style drew you into the story right from the beginning. The main characters had an interesting dynamic between them. The case Belle and Val were involved with was plausible and their sleuthing skills believable. I hated to put the book down and wished the book was longer. But, this was a novella. I highly recommend this book and anything else Nerys Leigh writes. I am never disappointed by her writing!
This installment of the Pinkerton Matchmaker series was hilarious and suspenseful. The author's writing style drew you into the story right from the beginning. The main characters had an interesting dynamic between them. The case Belle and Val were involved with was plausible and their sleuthing skills believable. I hated to put the book down and wished the book was longer. But, this was a novella. I highly recommend this book and anything else Nerys Leigh writes. I am never disappointed by her writing!
December 27, 2018
Valentine and Isabelle
Val is a seasoned Pinkerton Detective and Belle is a brand new lady Pink. They must marry to protect her virtue on this case and can get an annulment of they wish at the completion of the case. There is lots of adventure and excitement and a little humor too as they work their case in Cheyenne to a successful completion. Where do they go from here. What will their future hold? You are going to love this episode.
Val is a seasoned Pinkerton Detective and Belle is a brand new lady Pink. They must marry to protect her virtue on this case and can get an annulment of they wish at the completion of the case. There is lots of adventure and excitement and a little humor too as they work their case in Cheyenne to a successful completion. Where do they go from here. What will their future hold? You are going to love this episode.
February 15, 2021
Not sulking...just silently angry!
Belle and Val definitely have hidden talents! Singing, dancing, palm waving and bare knuckle fighting, join them on their witty exchange as they plunge into marriage and solving their first case together.
A very enjoyable book in this multi author, Kindle Unlimited series.
Belle and Val definitely have hidden talents! Singing, dancing, palm waving and bare knuckle fighting, join them on their witty exchange as they plunge into marriage and solving their first case together.
A very enjoyable book in this multi author, Kindle Unlimited series.
December 26, 2018
Too cute!
This is a fun romp through the town of Cheyenne... can you imagine a rough and rowdy time with the likes of Val and Belle to make it even better? Seriously, these two are hilarious! Enjoy!
This is a fun romp through the town of Cheyenne... can you imagine a rough and rowdy time with the likes of Val and Belle to make it even better? Seriously, these two are hilarious! Enjoy!
December 27, 2018
Truly an excellent book by an excellent author. I loved the back and forth between Valentine and Belle. I laughed my way through each and every conversation. Very well written and a great addition to the Pinkerton Matchmaker series. Highly recommend.
January 2, 2019
Is performing burlesque a Pinkerton’s duty
I’m truly enjoying this series. Each storyteller spins a different tale of the newly married Pinkerton agents. Belle’s tale is fast paced and the banter is witty. Just what I needed on a cold December day!
I’m truly enjoying this series. Each storyteller spins a different tale of the newly married Pinkerton agents. Belle’s tale is fast paced and the banter is witty. Just what I needed on a cold December day!
March 30, 2019
Because this series is written by all different authors you get to experience different writing styles. I have never read anything by this author before, but I really enjoyed the way she wrote and told this story. I would like to read some of her other books in the future.
November 2, 2019
Belle and Valentine
Belle leaves New York because her parents want her to marry and she wants adventure and independence. When she gets to the Pinkerton Agency she finds out she has to marry her trainer to be an agent! - Babs
Belle leaves New York because her parents want her to marry and she wants adventure and independence. When she gets to the Pinkerton Agency she finds out she has to marry her trainer to be an agent! - Babs
October 28, 2022
1=dnf / why bother?; 2=not to my taste; 3=A good story; 4=I liked it a lot; 5=a favorite must-read!
This fantastic story will have you giggling, laughing, and on the edge of your seat in suspense. Enjoy!
This fantastic story will have you giggling, laughing, and on the edge of your seat in suspense. Enjoy!
April 6, 2023
Fun quick read
I read a different series by this author first and some of the characters from this book had been in it. I enjoyed meeting these new characters and getting to know the others better.
I read a different series by this author first and some of the characters from this book had been in it. I enjoyed meeting these new characters and getting to know the others better.
December 24, 2018
I've loved every Nerys Leigh book I've read. Every one.
December 27, 2018
#11
Another adventure with a determined young lady wanting to prove women can be strong and independent of course the story has lots of adventure,humor and love.
Another adventure with a determined young lady wanting to prove women can be strong and independent of course the story has lots of adventure,humor and love.
December 29, 2018
Great read!
Fun and suspenseful! I enjoyed it from beginning to end! Made me smile and laugh out loud most of the time! Grab your favorite hot beverage and curl up and enjoy!
Fun and suspenseful! I enjoyed it from beginning to end! Made me smile and laugh out loud most of the time! Grab your favorite hot beverage and curl up and enjoy!
January 15, 2019
I liked this one! I liked how Val didn't think Belle would be a useless agent because she was a woman. I enjoyed their characters very much. Fun read
January 24, 2019
It was good
February 13, 2019
Pinkerton Matchmaker
Agent for Belle by Nerys Leigh is another Pinkerton Matchmaker book with a sweet romance. Has the mystery and drama.
Agent for Belle by Nerys Leigh is another Pinkerton Matchmaker book with a sweet romance. Has the mystery and drama.
February 28, 2019
An Agent For Belle
I really enjoyed this book it was very humorous and exciting. I didn’t want to put it down it was that good
I really enjoyed this book it was very humorous and exciting. I didn’t want to put it down it was that good
March 14, 2019
Another great read.
These stories just get better and better. On to my next pinkerton tale. Thank you Nerys Leigh. I enjoyed your story
These stories just get better and better. On to my next pinkerton tale. Thank you Nerys Leigh. I enjoyed your story
June 22, 2019
I found this to be a very fun tale. I loved I learning more about the theater i.e. burlesque shows during the 1800s. Val and Belle were delightful.
July 17, 2019
Great addition to the series
What a wonderful addition to the series with strong characters and good storyline with a ending you'll love.
Follow Val and Belle on their adventure.
What a wonderful addition to the series with strong characters and good storyline with a ending you'll love.
Follow Val and Belle on their adventure.
July 3, 2022
3.5 ⭐️ a sweet light read
August 23, 2022
Laugh out loud funny at times!
I loved this comical book! I don't usually laugh out loud when reading, but Nerys gets my funny bone a ticklin'! Belle and her groom have a cute repertoire between them as they take the steps to get to know each other and solve the case!
I loved this comical book! I don't usually laugh out loud when reading, but Nerys gets my funny bone a ticklin'! Belle and her groom have a cute repertoire between them as they take the steps to get to know each other and solve the case!
December 31, 2024
Belle (Isabelle) and Valentine's story was a bit predictable but the mystery was decent. It was a fine read and clean.
December 31, 2018
Couldn’t put it down! What wonderful characters, I couldn’t help but laugh from the witty banter between the two. I love the Pinkerton series and this book did not disappoint. Full of humor, romance and action! Nerys Leigh brings much entertainment to her readers.
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