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The Black Stockings Society #2
A Gentleman's Offer
Dog groomer Yvette Coulier dreams of living the life of the wealthy clients she services. Tired of rich men who want fun and games but no commitment, she's thrilled to get a mysterious invitation from the Black Stockings Society. When she wears her sexy sheer stockings to work the next day, she catches the admiring eye of Nate Blackwell.…
Nate craves a taste of the simple life, out of the spotlight and away from all the demands and obligations taking a toll on his sanity. So he makes this sexy siren a he'll introduce her to the upper crust she longs to rub shoulders with if she lets him pose as her valet. Soon this fairy tale has a twist when passion forces them to take off their masks…to expose their hearts.
Nate craves a taste of the simple life, out of the spotlight and away from all the demands and obligations taking a toll on his sanity. So he makes this sexy siren a he'll introduce her to the upper crust she longs to rub shoulders with if she lets him pose as her valet. Soon this fairy tale has a twist when passion forces them to take off their masks…to expose their hearts.
256 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published September 20, 2008
About the author
Dara Girard
167 books54 followersDara Girard is a national bestselling and award-winning author. After many novels in various sub-genres from contemporary to paranormal romance, women’s fiction, and non-fiction Ms. Girard continues to win readers with each new book.
I was born many years ago in the American Midwest to a brave immigrant couple who decided to call themselves my parents. They moved around the country until they finally settled in Maryland. As a child I was always scribbling something and my family supported my efforts (with white knuckles and a lot of prayer).
After graduating from college, I worked various jobs and did some freelance writing hoping that one day my writing efforts would make me rich and famous and allow me to quit. That didn’t happen. Instead my last job was made redundant and I decided not to look for a new one. Instead I chose to live on my savings (and mild insanity) and write full time.
I would not recommend this route for other aspiring writers. Either marry well or have three years worth of salary saved. I took the risk because I wanted to and fortunately that same year I received an offer from a publisher for a two book contract–after a thirteen year effort, but that’s another story.
I was born many years ago in the American Midwest to a brave immigrant couple who decided to call themselves my parents. They moved around the country until they finally settled in Maryland. As a child I was always scribbling something and my family supported my efforts (with white knuckles and a lot of prayer).
After graduating from college, I worked various jobs and did some freelance writing hoping that one day my writing efforts would make me rich and famous and allow me to quit. That didn’t happen. Instead my last job was made redundant and I decided not to look for a new one. Instead I chose to live on my savings (and mild insanity) and write full time.
I would not recommend this route for other aspiring writers. Either marry well or have three years worth of salary saved. I took the risk because I wanted to and fortunately that same year I received an offer from a publisher for a two book contract–after a thirteen year effort, but that’s another story.
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December 26, 2019
Twist and Turns
I enjoyed this book. Glad to see how things worked out. People are people, but some want to have so much control over another.
I enjoyed this book. Glad to see how things worked out. People are people, but some want to have so much control over another.
September 19, 2008
Can Money Really Buy Happiness?!!
Okay, I have to say when I first starting reading “A Gentleman's Offer”, I was like what the WTH?!! I was almost TEMPTED to put it down! But I'm glad I continued reading, I found it to be an interesting, touching and sometimes even amusing read. It had me LOL, grabbing KLEENEX and saying AWWW throughout. I like Ms. Girard's writing style. She weaves a wonderful romantic tale with SURPRISING twists and UNEXPECTED turns. I never would have guessed this story would turn out the way it did. The main characters are unusual and engaging. The connection between Nate and Yvette is DEEP and reaches into their very souls, giving them both what they NEED and what they've been missing. Although, Nate has his own demons to conquer, he ALWAYS finds time to help someone else. Nate has that Knight-in-Shining-Armour thing going on and he's constantly trying to protect Yvette from EVERYTHING. It's not a HOT & SPICY read, but it does pull at the heartstrings. Definitely a TRUE fairy-tale romance. I also thought Ms. Girard could have put a better spin on the so-called “Kim” drama, it was a bit of let-down after all the build-up. However, I am still looking forward to reading the next installment in the “Black Stockings Society” series.
Okay, I have to say when I first starting reading “A Gentleman's Offer”, I was like what the WTH?!! I was almost TEMPTED to put it down! But I'm glad I continued reading, I found it to be an interesting, touching and sometimes even amusing read. It had me LOL, grabbing KLEENEX and saying AWWW throughout. I like Ms. Girard's writing style. She weaves a wonderful romantic tale with SURPRISING twists and UNEXPECTED turns. I never would have guessed this story would turn out the way it did. The main characters are unusual and engaging. The connection between Nate and Yvette is DEEP and reaches into their very souls, giving them both what they NEED and what they've been missing. Although, Nate has his own demons to conquer, he ALWAYS finds time to help someone else. Nate has that Knight-in-Shining-Armour thing going on and he's constantly trying to protect Yvette from EVERYTHING. It's not a HOT & SPICY read, but it does pull at the heartstrings. Definitely a TRUE fairy-tale romance. I also thought Ms. Girard could have put a better spin on the so-called “Kim” drama, it was a bit of let-down after all the build-up. However, I am still looking forward to reading the next installment in the “Black Stockings Society” series.
January 28, 2012
Yvette Coulier believes if she were rich all her dreams would come true. Nate Blackwell has a plan to make her wish come true for 30 days. They agree that neither of them are looking to get involved in a relationship nor do they want to get married.
The inevitable sparks begin to fly between Nate and Yvette and they embark on an affair. Nate has a dark secret that can change their lives forever. Reality comes crashing down on Nate and Yvette's fairytale and their future looks bleak. Yvette discover money can't make all your dreams come true and there are some things money can't buy. Can their relationship survive? Well as good as the Black Stocking Society is granting wishes, there are some things that remain in the hands of fate
The inevitable sparks begin to fly between Nate and Yvette and they embark on an affair. Nate has a dark secret that can change their lives forever. Reality comes crashing down on Nate and Yvette's fairytale and their future looks bleak. Yvette discover money can't make all your dreams come true and there are some things money can't buy. Can their relationship survive? Well as good as the Black Stocking Society is granting wishes, there are some things that remain in the hands of fate
January 22, 2017
A New Life
The offer to lead a new life is one that everyone has fantasized about at least once. Yvette gets that chance and lives it to the fullest. Although some plot twists could have been better revealed.
The offer to lead a new life is one that everyone has fantasized about at least once. Yvette gets that chance and lives it to the fullest. Although some plot twists could have been better revealed.
October 22, 2009
Oh I love the black stockings and romance
September 17, 2011
Excellent book. Really loved the ending and was really shocked about his secret.
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