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"After surviving the Napoleonic Wars, Sir Benedict Harper is struggling to move on, his body and spirit in need of a healing touch. Never does Ben imagine that hope will come in the form of a beautiful woman who has seen her own share of suffering. After the lingering death of her husband, Samantha McKay is at the mercy of her oppressive in-laws--until she plots an escape to distant Wales to claim a house she has inherited. Being a gentleman, Ben insists that he escort her on the fateful journey. Ben wants Samantha as much as she wants him, but he is cautious. What can a wounded soul offer any woman? Samantha is ready to go where fate takes her, to leave behind polite society and even propriety in her desire for this handsome, honorable soldier. But dare she offer her bruised heart as well as her body? The answers to both their questions may be found in an unlikely place: in each other's arms."--from cover, page [4].… (more)
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The Escape is the best one of Balogh's Survivor's Club series so far! The MCs are smart, sexy, and likeable. Samantha may be a damsel in distress but she is not weak. Ben is a wounded veteran but not handicapped nor does he become a victim. Beautiful scenery and a good rhythm to the story.
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Samantha Kay is a young widow who has experience
After Ben and Samantha meet a very tender relationship develops and I loved how the story progresses for them both and shows how they can live again. This is a very touching story.
Sir Benedict Harper has painfully learned to walk again with the help of two canes. But he has finally, reluctantly, come to the conclusion that he will never be able to return to the army. Samantha McKay's husband recently succumbed to his
A very affecting romance.
Samantha's re-awakening to the world and life is a delight to read, the dialog fun and secondary characters believable
Yes, yes, as the blurb implies, they had discreet sex - took a glorious break from time and allowed themselves to feel pleasure, to feel loved, to feel able to give love; but it was *not* the answer to their future, thank you O so much Ms. Balogh for living up to your work, not down to the blurb! These two people were connected by friendship and mutual understanding before they were connected by intimate relations. The descriptions of said passion were romantic and amusing and lovely.
Their declarations, the joy they both bring to their commitment to one another is what lasts in memory of this book. You do not doubt the happily ever after will be much more than they envision, for better or worse, in sickness and in health ... they will find a way to enjoy the moments together.
My only quibble is the Book Cover. With earnest apologies to Ms.Balogh and her lovely story, this would have been a five star book, except for the cover. And boy ... howdy, it makes my blood boil. The series is The Survivors Club. These men and women endured the worst of war and in Ben's case, were visibly scared and physically challenged.
The gross supposition that we can READ about scarred individuals, the hard work of recovery, and the precious gift that love is ... but cannot look at it and part with our hard earned money is an infuriating reflection of society so many writers mock for being unable to bear the site of the wounded.
Aside from my quibble. I recommend this book and encourage you to read the short novella at the end as well, it is a charming story - read it first if you prefer, I did! For myself, I will wait for the series to be completed and the reissues with covers more in keeping with the empathetic tone of the work and the dignity of survivors as well as respect for readers.
Read my complete review at Pagetraveler blogspot
I received a NetGalley copy in exchange for an honest review.
The ESCAPE is the story of Sir Benedict Harper whose legs were crushed when his horse fell on him in battle and though he can only walk with the help of canes, he had hoped for a full recovery. Believe that impossible now after several years, he visits his sister and meets Samantha McKay, a widow.
What follows is a classic bodice ripper but so much fun!
I have read many historical romances this summer and this may rank as my favorite so far. This is a true love story in every sense of the word. Major Sir Benedict Harper meets Samantha when his horse almost lands on her after jumping a hedge. This contentious start sets them up for a
The Survivor’s Club is a support group of seven people wounded in
The story evolves slowly but surely and I was very anxious along the way that things might not turn out the way I wanted them to. At one point I even thought that there wouldn’t be a Happily Ever After! But everything does turn out happily for Samantha and Benedict. There’s a wonderful scene near the end where they realize a dream they both shared. There are some surprising plot twists along the way and some family secrets that come to light. But Ms. Balogh does this with her usual skill so it all happens naturally and believably.
I would recommend this book for Balogh fans and for those who have never read any of her books.
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Book 3... As always, I really enjoyed the continuing story of the Survivors Club. This addition to the series was no exception. I enjoyed hearing of the other survivors and how their new relationships have continued, I also am looking forward to the next installment of this series. Thank you to LibraryThing for the Early Reviewer copy of this book. MB is quickly becoming an auto buy for me.
The Survivor’s Club is a support group of seven people wounded in
The story evolves slowly but surely and I was very anxious along the way that things might not turn out the way I wanted them to. At one point I even thought that there wouldn’t be a Happily Ever After! But everything does turn out happily for Samantha and Benedict. There’s a wonderful scene near the end where they realize a dream they both shared. There are some surprising plot twists along the way and some family secrets that come to light. But Ms. Balogh does this with her usual skill so it all happens naturally and believably.
I would recommend this book for Balogh fans and for those who have never read any of her books.
I liked it, loved the characters and their attitudes and wanted more.
Regardless, I still am looking forward to the 4th installment to this series.