Seduce Me at Sunrise (The Hathaways, #2) in Alpha Heroes & Spitfire Heroines

Jul 13, 2008 Auntee rated it it was amazing

Shelves: historical-romance, part-of-a-series, lisa-kleypas, 2010_reads, keepers

I'm on a winning streak with these Lisa Kleypas books--5 Wallflowers books and now 2 Hathaways--and all were FABULOUS! I know I'm pretty easy to please, but I am loving every word of these two series!

There's oodles of great reviews for this book, so I'll just give some of my thoughts...

OMG, the 'gypsy' Kev Merripen has got to be the all-time most stubborn hero in all of Romanceland! His I'm-not-good-enough-for-you and I-don't-deserve-you attitude drove me bonkers so many times in this book! I th ...more

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Aug 13, 2008 Julie (jjmachshev) rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 2008-reads

I still have a sappy smile on my face! "Seduce Me at Sunrise" is one of the best historical romances I've read this year starring one of the most tortured heroes. This 2nd book in Lisa Kleypas' 'Hathaways' series brings us the story of the wild Rom boy, Kev Merripen, and his journey to love with Winnifred Hathaway.

Winnifred has loved Kev since the day he came into her home when she was still a young child. Her understanding and care of the feral boy hasn't made living with this love any easier, ...more

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Nov 13, 2008 Eastofoz rated it really liked it

Shelves: historical-regency

Book 2 in the Hathaways is better than book 1 but not great like some of her other series. The writing is very good as usual, she has an incredible talent for bringing words to life without being flowery or “over-writing” a scene especially when it comes to describing the setting, and the steam is steamy but you have to wait a while to get to it and the getting there gets frustrating (not in a good way either). This latest installment didn’t really get me to care that much for Kev and Win as a c ...more

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Jun 17, 2008 Daisiemae rated it it was amazing

Shelves: books-read-in-2008, series-romance, books-to-i-will-never-part-with, historical

If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would.
It has been years since I have read a Lisa Kleypas novel. I admittedly get stuck on a certain type of genre at times, and honestly stopped reading historical novels for a while. When I had the opportunity to read Seduce Me at Sunrise I jumped at the chance. Knowing that I have loved Lisa’s books in the past, I wondered if the magic was still there. It is. I had forgotten the lyrical way she tells a story. I forgot her addictive storylines and h If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would.
It has been years since I have read a Lisa Kleypas novel. I admittedly get stuck on a certain type of genre at times, and honestly stopped reading historical novels for a while. When I had the opportunity to read Seduce Me at Sunrise I jumped at the chance. Knowing that I have loved Lisa’s books in the past, I wondered if the magic was still there. It is. I had forgotten the lyrical way she tells a story. I forgot her addictive storylines and her unbelievably tortured, sexy heroes…what was wrong with me? I am so glad I read this book. I simply loved every moment of it.

Kevin Merripen has loved Winnifred Hathaway since they were kids. Abandoned by his gypsy clan, and rescued by the Hathaway’s he has always thought of himself not good enough for her, but he feels he must protect her from any pain and suffering that may come her way. Winnifred has always loved Kevin. Strong and silent, he gives her comfort with his quiet presence and fills her nights with unrequited longing.

When Winn catches scarlet fever Kev is devastated. Afraid he might lose her, he nurses over her day and night. When her condition worsens, he remembers a remedy from his clan, and administers it to her. When Winn starts to recover, the bond between them grows even deeper. But, Winn has become weak from the fever and never fully recovers. Weak bodied, and not wanting Kev to settle on half a life with her, she knows she must do what she can to become healthier if she is ever to have Kevin’s love. When she hears about a Doctor that is practicing alternative medicine, this gives her hope to become better and be the woman she wants to be with Kev.

Kev does not Winn to go. She is his light in the darkness he calls his life. After refusing his wishes for her to stay, he becomes ever more withdrawn and surly in her absence. As the years go by, Winn writes Kev, but he only writes her back once. Frustrated by Kev’s lack of communication she starts getting more involved with the handsome Doctor who helped her with her almost full recovery. When she arrives home, she is surprised by the dangerousness and loneliness that surrounds Kev. Even with the Doctor’s affection, Winn cannot forget the man she loves and the man she refuses to live without, so she decides to fight for him and what they can have together.

What can I say about this book? Kev and Winn are a couple I loved to read about, I absolutely adored the Hathaway family! Not only is Seduce Me a Midnight the love story, but it is a story about survival and recovery from loss of loved ones and the determination it takes to have a happy life. Winn is a heroine that is smart, stubborn and knows how to fight to get her man. I can honestly say that most of the time I don’t like the heroines that I read about, but Winn is definitely a character that I cheered on and would like to call myself friends with. I cried with her, I cheered with her and I loved every romantic moment in this book. I truly hated for it to end, and I am anxiously awaiting the next book in this series.

Seduce me at Sunrise can be read as a stand alone book. It is actually the second in the Hathaway series. Mine til Midnight is the first book in this series. Although, honestly I haven’t read Mine til Midnight yet, (I ordered it and will remedy that immediately), I had absolutely no trouble understanding the storyline and was able to follow along without any problems.

Seduce Me at Sunrise has opened my eyes. Not only has it earned a coveted place on my crowded keeper shelf, I have re-discovered one of my favorite authors Lisa Kleypas. If you love a well told beautiful romance with a brooding, sexy hero and a super smart heroine, this book is for you! For more information on the Hathaway series and other books written by Lisa Kleypas, please visit her website at: www.lisakleypas.com ...more

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Aug 27, 2008 ♡Karlyn P♡ rated it it was amazing

Shelves: steam-hot, read-2008, genre-historical, top-100-favorites

A wonderful story. Win and Merripen were a great couple, and their story was fun and steamy in that traditional Kleypas style. This book is a big improvement from the previous book (Mine Till Midnight) which I did not like. Win could easily be one of my favorite Kleypas heroines as she was likable, smart, and best of all was willing to take risks without ever pulling a single TSTL moment. The rest of the Hathaways came across as more likable too, even the brother Leo who I loathed in the first b ...more

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Oct 07, 2008 jenjn79 rated it really liked it

Shelves: stars-4, z2008-july-dec, 2008, reviewed, info-full, genre-romance-historical-england, author-lisa-kleypas, series-hathaways

I think I'm one of the few people who like Mine Till Midnight better than this book! Not that I thought this book was bad or anything. Far from it. I enjoyed it quite a bit, but for whatever reason, I just like the first book in this series better.

I'll skip over doing a more in depth summary since plenty of other people have done that...

The storyline/romance for Seduce Me At Sunrise was set up in the previous book...a sort of forbidden love between Win and Merripen. I was definitely anxious to r ...more

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Apr 26, 2008 Tammy rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 2008-reads, historical-romance, keepers, lisa-kleypas, reunion-romance-theme

Kev Merripen was taken in by the Hathaway family after he was beaten in an attack on his tribe and left for dead. Merripen almost immediately has a special connection with the Hathaway's third child, Winnifred. The sound of Win's voice has the ability to calm and soothe the restless gypsy boy as he is lying on his death bed. Merripen silently adores Win and grows to love her (from a distance). However, he refuses to reveal his true feelings as the years pass, determined to deny his own happiness Kev Merripen was taken in by the Hathaway family after he was beaten in an attack on his tribe and left for dead. Merripen almost immediately has a special connection with the Hathaway's third child, Winnifred. The sound of Win's voice has the ability to calm and soothe the restless gypsy boy as he is lying on his death bed. Merripen silently adores Win and grows to love her (from a distance). However, he refuses to reveal his true feelings as the years pass, determined to deny his own happiness because of his dark past.

In the last book, Mine Til Midnight, we see that Win suffered from Scarlet Fever as a teenager, shortly after her parents die. The disease leaves her sickly and fragile. In the beginning of this book, Win leaves for a radical health clinic in France, determined to become stronger. Before she leaves, she reveals her true feelings to Merripen. Hurt that she is leaving and determined to hold onto his past, Merripen stupidly rejects her.

Win returns from France three years later, healthier, stronger and more robust. Without giving away any spoilers, I have to say that I love the way that Win and Merripen reunite after her return to London. While I have always enjoyed Lisa Kleypas's books, I have never really found them to be humorous. Seduce Me At Sunrise has humorous moments, most of them involving the Hathaway's brother, Leo. (Look for his criticism of Merripen's only letter to Win during her three year absence!)

Merripen is probably the most tortured hero I have ever read about. (East, I guarantee you'll love him!) Kleypas takes angst to new levels in this book. And while Winn may be a fragile, sickly creature, she is strong in spirit and does not fit the TSTL profile of most heroines. I also enjoyed reading the back story of the Hathaway family - if this has been included in the first book, I might have appreciated it even more!

Secondary characters include Cam Rohan, Amelia, a new family governess and the Hathaway sisters. I loved Cam's part in this book and the dialogue he shares with Merripen, but again, I can't give anyway any spoilers.

I think it was KarLynP who referred to Seduce Me at Sunrise as a big improvement over Lisa Kleypas's last book - Mine Til Midnight. I agree 100% and then some! I LOVED this book. In fact, I devoured it in just a matter of hours and plan to re-read it. I highly recommend this one!
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Oct 13, 2008 Christel rated it it was amazing

Shelves: lisa-kleypas, 2009-reads

Have you ever rea da book that totally involves you inthe story and characters? I could not put this one down. I fell in love with Win. Although she looks fragile and has been sick she has an inner strength that is remarkable. The only thing that kept me from giving it 5 stars was Kev. Sometimes I just wanted to slap him and tell him to wake the hell up. But it was a great story and cannot wait till the rest of the series is published

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Jun 03, 2008 ChloeLeeNH rated it it was amazing

I love Kev... i wanted to bop him on the head for his stubborness but his true commitment and love was just so endearing.

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Aug 19, 2008 Addicted2Luv rated it it was amazing

Loved this book. I won't give a summary because others have done that very well. The hero and heroine were so good together. Enjoyed the interaction between Cam and Kev. Love those sexy Gypsy men! ...more

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Jun 26, 2008 Jennifer rated it really liked it

SMAS the second book from the Hathaway Series- continues on where mine til midnight left off with the story of Win and Kev (Merripen. I know many people did not enjoy Mine til Midnight and I have to say that I am one of the few who did enjoy it- SMAS is a great book for this series. I really felt for the characters- their love, anxiety, angst- Lisa Klepas takes you through it all. I wish the love scenes where a little steamier but I understand how the male character is careful with the female ch ...more

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Oct 21, 2008 Jenny Rebecca rated it really liked it

Shelves: romance-novels

Much in the vein as "Again the Magic" Another boy and girl grow up together book. I loved it. ...more

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Oct 13, 2008 Jen rated it liked it

Shelves: kleypas

Not as good as book 1. I did like that Cam was in this book a lot though!

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May 08, 2008 Lady rated it it was amazing

Shelves: lisa-kleypas, fav-heroes, fav-heroines, fav-stories-ever

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Jun 08, 2008 Ann rated it really liked it

Shelves: romance, historical

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Sep 02, 2008 Jessica rated it it was amazing

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Sep 30, 2008 Nikki ♥ rated it really liked it

Shelves: 2009, romance-historical, victorian

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Oct 04, 2008 Jen rated it it was amazing

Shelves: bodyguard-protection, historical, gypsy, wheelchair-disability, girl-loves-boy, alpha-male, virgin, pregnant, wary-of-love, friends-to-lovers

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