My sister Elizabeth's first novel is finally out in bookstores, and I've got to say that even if it weren't by my sister, I would like this book. I'm putting it on my bookstore page, but if you're interested in it, and would like to help her out, it would probably be better if you buy it at your local bookstore.
Precious Passion
by Elizabeth Doyle
Zebra Splendor, a division of Pinnacle
Rating: Neat-O
I'm not a big fan of romances in general, although there have been some that I've read and enjoyed (for one thing, my sister refused to let me read the manuscript until I had read at least three romances of her choosing so that I had a basis for comparison). Since then I've read some others, generally preferring the historicals to the contemporary. That being said, Precious Passion, a historical romance set in 19th century England is, surprise of surprises, a laugh riot. No, really. It's meant to be funny, as well as fulfilling the standard set of romance tropes, and in among the smoldering glances, passionate embraces, and sex scenes hot enough to make me blush there's a keen sense of humor and an eye for the absurd. The hero's butler, in particular, almost steals the show.
Check it out.