SEPTEMBER 2015 - AudioFile
Ashford McNab's quiet, deliberate pacing and gifted facility with accents makes listening to Book 8 in the Maiden Lane series very enjoyable. Lady Phoebe Batten, the sister of a powerful duke, is determined to be independent, despite her near blindness. Captain Trevillion, ex-dragoon who was badly wounded in service, is hired to be her bodyguard. Both view the world differently, yet, despite their differences in station, they have a growing attraction that has nothing to do with looks or titles. McNab masterfully gives just the right voice and accent to each of the characters—whether aristocrat, servant, British, or other. She also changes the pacing of her narration when appropriate, adding to the excitement of the developing romance. A.C.P. © AudioFile 2015, Portland, Maine
Publishers Weekly
04/20/2015
Hoyt’s eighth Maiden Lane series installment (after Darling Beast) imbues 18th-century England with vivid realism, as a protector falls in love with the woman he is guarding. Capt. James Trevillion, previously a member of the 4th Dragoons, has been hired by the Duke of Wakefield to guard his blind sister, Lady Phoebe Batten, from the threat of kidnapping. Though James doubts that his injured leg will hold up in a fight, he is reluctant to give up his post. Phoebe is initially annoyed by his intrusion into her life, but she comes to rely on his solid protection. Suspense ratchets up a notch when Phoebe and James must flee London to a location where he believes that he can keep her safe; in close proximity, the friends soon become lovers. Hoyt has created an especially strong admirable character in Phoebe, a woman who is determined to experience life to the fullest. Her innocent sensuality is both captivating and enchanting, creating scintillating romance between her and the stoic captain. (June)
From the Publisher
"Hoyt's exquisitely nuanced characters, vividly detailed setting, and seemingly effortless and elegant writing provide the splendid material from which she fashions yet another ravishingly romantic love story."—Booklist (starred review) on Darling Beast"
4 1/2 Stars! Top Pick! Darling Beast is wondrous, magical and joyous — a read to remember."—RT Book Reviews"
Richly drawn characters fill the pages of this emotionally charged mix of mystery and romance."—Publishers Weekly on Duke of Midnight"
4 1/2 Stars! Top Pick! There is enchantment in the Maiden Lane series, not just the fairy tales Hoyt infuses into the memorable romances, but the wonder of love combined with passion, unique plotlines and unforgettable characters."—RT Book Reviews on Duke of Midnight"
4 1/2 Stars! Top Pick! Lord of Darkness...illuminates Hoyt's boundless imagination... readers will adore this story."—RT Book Reviews"
Hoyt's writing is imbued with great depth of emotion."—Publishers Weekly on Lord of Darkness"
I adore the Maiden Lane series, and this fifth book is a very welcome addition to the series . . . [It's] sexy and sweet all at the same time . . . This can be read as a standalone, but I adore each book in this series and encourage you to start from the beginning."—USA Today's Happy Ever After Blog on Lord of Darkness"
Lord of Darkness is classic Elizabeth Hoyt, meaning it's unique, engaging, and leaves readers on the edge of their seats, waiting for the next book . . . an incredible addition to the fantastic Maiden Lane series. I Joyfully Recommend Godric and Megs's tale, for it's an amazing, well-crafted story with an intriguing plot and a lovely, touching romance that I want to enjoy again and again and again . . . simply enchanting!"—JoyfullyReviewed.com on Lord of Darkness"
Beautifully written . . . a truly fine piece of storytelling and a novel that deserves to be read and enjoyed."—TheBookBinge.com on Lord of Darkness"
4 1/2 Stars! Top Pick! Innovative, emotional, sensual... Hoyt's beautiful blending of the essential elements of a fairy tale into a stunning love story enhances this delicious 'keeper.'"—RT Book Reviews on Thief of Shadows"
An expert blend of scintillating romance and mystery... The romance between the beautiful and quick-witted Isabel and the masked champion of the downtrodden propels this novel to the top of its genre."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) on Thief of Shadows
SEPTEMBER 2015 - AudioFile
Ashford McNab's quiet, deliberate pacing and gifted facility with accents makes listening to Book 8 in the Maiden Lane series very enjoyable. Lady Phoebe Batten, the sister of a powerful duke, is determined to be independent, despite her near blindness. Captain Trevillion, ex-dragoon who was badly wounded in service, is hired to be her bodyguard. Both view the world differently, yet, despite their differences in station, they have a growing attraction that has nothing to do with looks or titles. McNab masterfully gives just the right voice and accent to each of the characters—whether aristocrat, servant, British, or other. She also changes the pacing of her narration when appropriate, adding to the excitement of the developing romance. A.C.P. © AudioFile 2015, Portland, Maine
