Too tall, too big, too old, and endowed with an abundance of freckles and fiery red hair, Honoria knows it is only her title and fortune that are attracting her current suitors. But when James Marbury appears on the scene with marriage on his mind, he dredges up memories of a scandalous interlude and a wrenching betrayal that suddenly throw Honoria's well-ordered life into chaos. Unfortunately, the series of flashbacks are less than effective, occasionally proving more confusing than enlightening; nevertheless, the back story is fascinating and an integral part of the plot, and an appealing heroine and a determined hero do much to remedy this lapse. Filled with pirates, harems, and steamy sex, this fast-paced story is definitely on the exotic side and will appeal to readers who like their romances adventurous, a bit bawdy, and laced with humor. Sizemore (The Price of Innocence) also writes in other genres and is noted for some earlier well-received time-travel books.
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"A tantalizing read and seasoned with dry humor and just enough sizzle to make it enticing." -- The Oakland Press, MI
"Sweep you away romance." -- --Christina Dodd
"Wicked sensuality, laugh-out-loud humor, and just plain fun." -- --Christina Dodd, Someday My Prince