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Moonstruck Madness (1977)

by Laurie McBain(Favorite Author)

3.95 of 5 Votes: 2

ISBN

0380008718 (ISBN13: 9780380008711)

languge

English

genre

Romance

publisher

Avon

series

Dominick

review 1: Amongst the better bodice rippers, in that there isn't any rape.The writing is a bit awkward in places, and the plot feels rather rushed. But there is a great deal more plot than you usually find in these types of books - which is why Laurie McBaine is attributed with having created the modern romance novel. Instead of the Georgette Heyer romantic comedy or the Bronte tragedy...McBaine writes an adventure romance - with the heroine masquerading as a highwayman, and a search for treasure. The misunderstanding between the hero and heroine goes on for a bit too long...and the hero is a bit of a jerk, but still more likable then most.Also the language used is less flowery and a bit less over the top than McBain's contemporaries. The interesting bit about McBain - is she only w... morerote 7 novels, and at the height of her success, she retired.Coincidentally, her father died shortly before her retirement and it may well be attributed to his death - since he also encouraged her to write and publish them.
review 2: Audiobook review. After reading the reviews, I was a bit hesitant to get this book that was written in 1977. I'm so glad I decided to get it both on E-read and Audible. The narrator, Marian Hussey, did an amazing job! The story kept my attention and I never wanted to put it down. This is one of those awesome books that has a great beginning, twists and turns in the middle and then brings it all together at the end. I can think of several audiobooks that could have benefited from Marian Hussey's talented narration! I hope she narrates many books in the future. less

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