UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish’s Comments (group member since Feb 24, 2010)

UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish’s comments from the Happily Ever After Cafe group.

I agree, Susan!

So far, what do you like most and least about the story?

Love Cindy Gerard!

We've talked about the role reversals in terms of the Catriona, so let's talk about Mark.

How do you feel him? In most historical romance novels, the hero is, in some ways, alpha. They're demanding, compelling, and more often than not, the heroine has to bow to their wishes.

How is Mark different, and do you see this as a strength or a weakness?

Like I said, I'm not the Buddy Read police, so go for it. But we won't discuss until the 6th, unless everyone has their books and wants to discuss before then.

Susan wrote: "Chapter 24"

Oh, you're flying through it! Glad you're enjoying it!

What chapters are you in?

Toni wrote: "(2) In addtion to being a scarred heroine, she certainly seems to be the antithesis of the traditional, historical romance heroine - virgin, unsure about men, etc. As a matter of fact, Catriona not only admits to having had more than one lover (*gasp*), she admits to actually LIKING SEX!!! (**double gasp**). "

That's another thing I enjoyed about the story. It's as if the roles are entirely reversed! It makes it sooo interesting!

I'm happy to see you're both curious about the person she was/is on the inside. Have you ever wondered what might happen if you're appearance is drastically changed? How do you think your family would feel? How would YOU feel?

It's interesting, isn't it? Often it's the heroes in need of healing and redemption, but this is not the case with The Lass Wore Black! It's the hero who's solid in this book.

I'm sorry we didn't get started yesterday but GR was down for hours and I'm just now finally caught up!

So, have you started reading yet?

Things to think about while reading this story:

1. In Historical Romance Novels, it's often the heroes who are the scarred ones, either physically or emotionally, or both. They don't usually hide themselves away from society, but more readily accept their scars as a part of who they are.

In this case, it's the heroine who is scarred. As a reader, how does Catriona's reaction to her accident and the loss of her beauty make you feel?

YAY!!!!

Giulia, yesterday GR was down for HOURS and I never saw your message, I'm sorry :(

But yeah, YAY! Glad you got your book!!!

I loved Valie!

I filled out a customs form, so that shouldn't be an issue, but the time thing is why I was concerned to ship The Lass Wore Black on such short notice.

I'm finishing up Destiny's Embrace and then I'm on to

Heh. Heh. Heh. You can say that again. About us fighting, not about her being the oh, so polite Canadian.

Lisa Kay wrote: "Good Gravy Beans! It is happening again! I'm gone for forty minutes and you ladies are out of control."

I'd suggest you go away more often, but I'd miss you too much.

Plus it just sounds rude!

Good, 'cuz I was about to suggest Barnacle Bob.

How about Sexter, god of Chesticles?

Giulia (My Devastating Reads) wrote: "You did not! His name needs Sexy in it."

Sexy Chester, god of Chesticles?

I named him Chester the Chesticles!