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A rich, complex story line coupled with truly likeable characters are the heart of this novel. Add a compelling romance and this is a winner for all fans of historical romances.


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David Lord of Honor The Lonely Lords Grace Burrowes 9781402278723 Books Reviews

Regency era romances, most romances in fact, follow a formula which goes something like this handsome hero meets beautiful heroine, attraction occurs, but one or both of them is haunted by events in their past. Problems, exacerbated by often dubious misunderstandings, drive a wedge between them, one or the other of them is hurt/endangered, the H/h comes to the rescue, problems are solved, declarations are made and all's well that ends well for a final, romantic HEA. Those elements, with the exception of the aforementioned dubious misunderstandings, are present in 'David Lord of Honor.'

So, what sets 'David' apart and earns it five stars from me?

The short answer is the quality of the writing. The longer answer is the complexity of characterization. The writing is very good in that it flows smoothly, balances engaging character dialog with the characters' internal musings that actually move the story along without being a rehash of what's already been said out loud. The language used feels correct to the period and the plot, while not complex, is engaging. For at least 60% of the novel, the reader is left to wonder if the H/h will actually be able to work out their problems.

As to characterization, the reader comes to know Letty and David at a fairly deep level. Both are believably human, both have experienced believable sorrow and regret in their past lives that has shaped who they are when they meet and both struggle believably, with their relationship. Do you notice a theme here?

Ms. Burrowes has done what so many authors can't or are unwilling to take the time to do she has made the manners, mores and social strictures of the Regency Era an important CHARACTER in this story, but has done it in a very unusual way by putting the characters in a setting that is the antithesis of Regency Era propriety. As a result, the social/moral conflict in this story feels real to the era and because of that the angst it produces also feels real and made this reader's heart hurt more than just a little throughout.

Given her circumstances, Letty is understandably hard, but not calculating. Given his upbringing and past experiences, David is understandably weary and heart sore, but not weak. The secondary characters rise above window dressing to serve real purpose in enhancing reader knowledge of the main characters and help move the story along.

Because I came to care deeply about these characters, I found the sex scenes to be some of the best I've read in this genre. The first are achingly tender and beautifully described without being anatomically graphic. As later intimate scenes occur, they become infused with a sense of near desperation as the obstacles between these two, especially those on Letty's side, rise to the near insurmountable. The sex scenes do as much as the dialog to set feeling of growing despair and inevitable separation between these two.

Is this novel perfect? No. David comes off just a shade too understanding and Letty just a bit too self-sacrificing but neither excess is so great that it will get in the way of rooting for them to be together. Also, I would have also preferred that the 'villain' of this piece have been more present through dialogue than being mostly just talked about. Finally, the act of violence that threatened Letty felt a bit contrived. These are things I noticed as I read, but they didn't interfere greatly with my pleasure in the reading.

Bottom line There is a fair amount of angst in this story, but I found it believable and very, very satisfying. I'll be reading more of Ms. Burrowes' writing.
I want to add my review only to say I'd rate this entire series a '10' if I could. What I have always loved about a well-done series is that various characters that show up in some capacity and importance in multiple books. I've read the series in order and come to love all of the heroes and heroines before their own book is read, and then loved them more when they show up again in each other's lives as they come to each other's aid. Ahhhh, Douglas. I haven't rated each book as I read them, because I'd be repeating my silly, gushing self. I love Grace's writing, the small details of dialog, unspoken thoughts just hovering at the surface after the actual dialog. The clever things you have to read slowly to appreciate. I'm not going to go into the plot which others have done better than I could. I think if you are on the fence about reading her, start with The Heir. I think this lonely lord has too much back story to be a starting off point. Her sensual rating should be noted as 'quite warm.' If that puts you off, keep moving.

I don't understand why others who, after clearly having read nearly the entire series, put in their reviews such unhappy complaints about things that show up in all of her books. Like the frequency of serving tea or food, or kitchen scenes. After reading two books you would know this is one of her devices (charming in my opinion) at setting a scene for all kinds of dialog. What can be more intimate besides sex in a bed, than a midnight raid on the deserted kitchen in a large normally heavily staffed house...or a small cottage. That's not the extent of scenes of intimacy. Carriages, stables, gardens, rides in the park come to mind. This is one continuous thread throughout her books, intimacy, not just sex. Honor, rescue, redemption, and restitution too. And love in every important way, of course. I myself, tend to eat several times a day. But even if I don't, I know my big and tall hubby (it seems quite a few of Burrowes's heroes are described as being quite large) will. And reading about the hero eating in most of her books charms and amuses me frequently.

Now that I have finished this grouping; Gareth, Andrew, Douglas and David, I am feeling a bit LOST myself. Like I felt when I finished the Windham books and novellas. Like sitting down and having a bloody perishing good cry. I'm a devoted fan, and cannot get enough.
Who would have thought a vicar's daughter(Letty-h) would be compromised by another man of cloth twice her age that would totally turn her world upside down. That whole turn of events causes her to run from her fathers house to London where she managed to earn money to and home for what we don't realize at first. Her protector's death causes her to meet David(viscount-H), the protectors step brother. He is concerned about her health, which he would notice since he is a trained Doctor. He offers her a position as a madam at a house of ill repute that he has inherited. As a result of their professional relationship, a personal relationship evolves. So you want an HEA for them, but how is she-a former vicars daughter, courtesan and madam to marry a titled nobleman without causing both her family and his good standing serious difficulty? This and the answer to this problem is what drives the book to its good conclusion. Burrowes is an excellent author! I don't really have to read reviews of others. All I need to know is if I have it, and if I don't, I get it! She is adept at choosing convoluted issues and dealing with them and presenting results most would not think of!
A rich, complex story line coupled with truly likeable characters are the heart of this novel. Add a compelling romance and this is a winner for all fans of historical romances.