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Thursday, March 13, 2008
It Happened One Autumn and Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
Originally written: April 7, 2008
It Happened One Autumn and Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
These two are the reasons why I havent updated my blog these past days, as well as my scare presence in JMF. Like I said countless of times already, I am a very voracious reader. I will choose it over any other activity anytime (except watching Grey's Anatomy :D).
So, this time you will be hearing or rather, you will be reading my thoughts on these books.
IT HAPPENED ONE AUTUMN
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This is the story of Lillian Bowman and Marcus Marsden, Lord Westcliff. Lillian was an American heiress who came to London to find an impoverish nobleman to marry.
It was a hate at first sight for these two for they have been bickering from the start. But then, afterwards, I can say that this book is the comedy of the series.
I have lost count of the times that I have literally laughed out lout. Like in one of the dinner where one of the courses was the calf's head and Lillian almost vomitted; Westcliff's excuse of showing her the rare butterflies; St. Vincent's arrival and saying that he also wanted to see the butterflies, LOOL!! And of course, Lillian's meeting with Westcliff's mother - and they argued about the footman being a servant and being a human being. LOOL!! I also love how Simon Hunt has returned Westcliff's words back to him.
And the best, most funniest scene is in the library, where Lillian found a pear inside a brandy and drank the whole bottle. LOOL! And how she attempted to remove the pear and eat it.
I think Lillian and Westcliff are really suited to each other. I just love their story.
The Devil In Winter
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This is the story of the Evangeline Jenner, the shyiest and stammering wallflower and Sebastian St. Vincent, Westcliff's friend-turned-enemy in IHOA when he tried to abduct Lillian and bring her to Gretna Greene to marry her because of his desperation.
I love his charm and suavity in IHOA. However, I was surprised of his action in the latter part of IHOA, when he agreed to the countess'(Westcliff's mother) proposal. Ok, he was desperate but he should know how Westcliff felt about his mother, and he should have known that Westcliff was very serious about Lillian.
But anyway, I think that is what LK wanted to show - how St. Vincent greatly changed when he met or rather when Evie came to him to propose marriage.
Of all the Wallflowers stories so far, I think this one is the most dramatic one. (SOASN is the romantic suspense IMO :D) Not because of death (I'm not giving spoilers here hehe) but because of what both Evie and Sebastian has gone through while growing up.
They needed each other so much and only they can understand each other. I think so far, this is my most favorite of this series because of it's depth I think. Unlike SOASN, which, I think was everyone's story, TDIW was purely Evie's and Sebatian's alone. So I felt that I knew them well compared to the previous two couples.
And most of all, I love how these two people has greatly changed. Evie has become stronger and confident so her stammer disappeared. I love seeing the deeper, serious side of Sebastian, so very different from the carefree Sebastian in IHOA. He is also capable of big responsibility at all. And of course, how he changed because of Evie. He was not a rake and a 'skirt chaser' anymore but has only eyes and Love for Evie. SIGH.
And also, I love how he asked forgiveness (when he said he does not apologize to anyone) from Westcliff for what he has done. LOL! Hhhmmm... I think I really, really love this book. This is my most favorite now. :D
Lisa Kleypas has indeed climbed on my favorite author list. She has also created great and real characters, funny and witty and smart too. Though her characters are not the "greater-than-life" kind that I adore like that of JM, they are still unforgettable.
Posted by Sharon at 4/07/2006 06:52:00 PM 1 comments
It Happened One Autumn and Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
These two are the reasons why I havent updated my blog these past days, as well as my scare presence in JMF. Like I said countless of times already, I am a very voracious reader. I will choose it over any other activity anytime (except watching Grey's Anatomy :D).
So, this time you will be hearing or rather, you will be reading my thoughts on these books.
IT HAPPENED ONE AUTUMN
-----------------------------------
This is the story of Lillian Bowman and Marcus Marsden, Lord Westcliff. Lillian was an American heiress who came to London to find an impoverish nobleman to marry.
It was a hate at first sight for these two for they have been bickering from the start. But then, afterwards, I can say that this book is the comedy of the series.
I have lost count of the times that I have literally laughed out lout. Like in one of the dinner where one of the courses was the calf's head and Lillian almost vomitted; Westcliff's excuse of showing her the rare butterflies; St. Vincent's arrival and saying that he also wanted to see the butterflies, LOOL!! And of course, Lillian's meeting with Westcliff's mother - and they argued about the footman being a servant and being a human being. LOOL!! I also love how Simon Hunt has returned Westcliff's words back to him.
And the best, most funniest scene is in the library, where Lillian found a pear inside a brandy and drank the whole bottle. LOOL! And how she attempted to remove the pear and eat it.
I think Lillian and Westcliff are really suited to each other. I just love their story.
The Devil In Winter
------------------------
This is the story of the Evangeline Jenner, the shyiest and stammering wallflower and Sebastian St. Vincent, Westcliff's friend-turned-enemy in IHOA when he tried to abduct Lillian and bring her to Gretna Greene to marry her because of his desperation.
I love his charm and suavity in IHOA. However, I was surprised of his action in the latter part of IHOA, when he agreed to the countess'(Westcliff's mother) proposal. Ok, he was desperate but he should know how Westcliff felt about his mother, and he should have known that Westcliff was very serious about Lillian.
But anyway, I think that is what LK wanted to show - how St. Vincent greatly changed when he met or rather when Evie came to him to propose marriage.
Of all the Wallflowers stories so far, I think this one is the most dramatic one. (SOASN is the romantic suspense IMO :D) Not because of death (I'm not giving spoilers here hehe) but because of what both Evie and Sebastian has gone through while growing up.
They needed each other so much and only they can understand each other. I think so far, this is my most favorite of this series because of it's depth I think. Unlike SOASN, which, I think was everyone's story, TDIW was purely Evie's and Sebatian's alone. So I felt that I knew them well compared to the previous two couples.
And most of all, I love how these two people has greatly changed. Evie has become stronger and confident so her stammer disappeared. I love seeing the deeper, serious side of Sebastian, so very different from the carefree Sebastian in IHOA. He is also capable of big responsibility at all. And of course, how he changed because of Evie. He was not a rake and a 'skirt chaser' anymore but has only eyes and Love for Evie. SIGH.
And also, I love how he asked forgiveness (when he said he does not apologize to anyone) from Westcliff for what he has done. LOL! Hhhmmm... I think I really, really love this book. This is my most favorite now. :D
Lisa Kleypas has indeed climbed on my favorite author list. She has also created great and real characters, funny and witty and smart too. Though her characters are not the "greater-than-life" kind that I adore like that of JM, they are still unforgettable.
It Happened One Autumn and Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
These two are the reasons why I havent updated my blog these past days, as well as my scare presence in JMF. Like I said countless of times already, I am a very voracious reader. I will choose it over any other activity anytime (except watching Grey's Anatomy :D).
So, this time you will be hearing or rather, you will be reading my thoughts on these books.
IT HAPPENED ONE AUTUMN
-----------------------------------
This is the story of Lillian Bowman and Marcus Marsden, Lord Westcliff. Lillian was an American heiress who came to London to find an impoverish nobleman to marry.
It was a hate at first sight for these two for they have been bickering from the start. But then, afterwards, I can say that this book is the comedy of the series.
I have lost count of the times that I have literally laughed out lout. Like in one of the dinner where one of the courses was the calf's head and Lillian almost vomitted; Westcliff's excuse of showing her the rare butterflies; St. Vincent's arrival and saying that he also wanted to see the butterflies, LOOL!! And of course, Lillian's meeting with Westcliff's mother - and they argued about the footman being a servant and being a human being. LOOL!! I also love how Simon Hunt has returned Westcliff's words back to him.
And the best, most funniest scene is in the library, where Lillian found a pear inside a brandy and drank the whole bottle. LOOL! And how she attempted to remove the pear and eat it.
I think Lillian and Westcliff are really suited to each other. I just love their story.
The Devil In Winter
------------------------
This is the story of the Evangeline Jenner, the shyiest and stammering wallflower and Sebastian St. Vincent, Westcliff's friend-turned-enemy in IHOA when he tried to abduct Lillian and bring her to Gretna Greene to marry her because of his desperation.
I love his charm and suavity in IHOA. However, I was surprised of his action in the latter part of IHOA, when he agreed to the countess'(Westcliff's mother) proposal. Ok, he was desperate but he should know how Westcliff felt about his mother, and he should have known that Westcliff was very serious about Lillian.
But anyway, I think that is what LK wanted to show - how St. Vincent greatly changed when he met or rather when Evie came to him to propose marriage.
Of all the Wallflowers stories so far, I think this one is the most dramatic one. (SOASN is the romantic suspense IMO :D) Not because of death (I'm not giving spoilers here hehe) but because of what both Evie and Sebastian has gone through while growing up.
They needed each other so much and only they can understand each other. I think so far, this is my most favorite of this series because of it's depth I think. Unlike SOASN, which, I think was everyone's story, TDIW was purely Evie's and Sebatian's alone. So I felt that I knew them well compared to the previous two couples.
And most of all, I love how these two people has greatly changed. Evie has become stronger and confident so her stammer disappeared. I love seeing the deeper, serious side of Sebastian, so very different from the carefree Sebastian in IHOA. He is also capable of big responsibility at all. And of course, how he changed because of Evie. He was not a rake and a 'skirt chaser' anymore but has only eyes and Love for Evie. SIGH.
And also, I love how he asked forgiveness (when he said he does not apologize to anyone) from Westcliff for what he has done. LOL! Hhhmmm... I think I really, really love this book. This is my most favorite now. :D
Lisa Kleypas has indeed climbed on my favorite author list. She has also created great and real characters, funny and witty and smart too. Though her characters are not the "greater-than-life" kind that I adore like that of JM, they are still unforgettable.
Posted by Sharon at 4/07/2006 06:52:00 PM 1 comments
It Happened One Autumn and Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
These two are the reasons why I havent updated my blog these past days, as well as my scare presence in JMF. Like I said countless of times already, I am a very voracious reader. I will choose it over any other activity anytime (except watching Grey's Anatomy :D).
So, this time you will be hearing or rather, you will be reading my thoughts on these books.
IT HAPPENED ONE AUTUMN
-----------------------------------
This is the story of Lillian Bowman and Marcus Marsden, Lord Westcliff. Lillian was an American heiress who came to London to find an impoverish nobleman to marry.
It was a hate at first sight for these two for they have been bickering from the start. But then, afterwards, I can say that this book is the comedy of the series.
I have lost count of the times that I have literally laughed out lout. Like in one of the dinner where one of the courses was the calf's head and Lillian almost vomitted; Westcliff's excuse of showing her the rare butterflies; St. Vincent's arrival and saying that he also wanted to see the butterflies, LOOL!! And of course, Lillian's meeting with Westcliff's mother - and they argued about the footman being a servant and being a human being. LOOL!! I also love how Simon Hunt has returned Westcliff's words back to him.
And the best, most funniest scene is in the library, where Lillian found a pear inside a brandy and drank the whole bottle. LOOL! And how she attempted to remove the pear and eat it.
I think Lillian and Westcliff are really suited to each other. I just love their story.
The Devil In Winter
------------------------
This is the story of the Evangeline Jenner, the shyiest and stammering wallflower and Sebastian St. Vincent, Westcliff's friend-turned-enemy in IHOA when he tried to abduct Lillian and bring her to Gretna Greene to marry her because of his desperation.
I love his charm and suavity in IHOA. However, I was surprised of his action in the latter part of IHOA, when he agreed to the countess'(Westcliff's mother) proposal. Ok, he was desperate but he should know how Westcliff felt about his mother, and he should have known that Westcliff was very serious about Lillian.
But anyway, I think that is what LK wanted to show - how St. Vincent greatly changed when he met or rather when Evie came to him to propose marriage.
Of all the Wallflowers stories so far, I think this one is the most dramatic one. (SOASN is the romantic suspense IMO :D) Not because of death (I'm not giving spoilers here hehe) but because of what both Evie and Sebastian has gone through while growing up.
They needed each other so much and only they can understand each other. I think so far, this is my most favorite of this series because of it's depth I think. Unlike SOASN, which, I think was everyone's story, TDIW was purely Evie's and Sebatian's alone. So I felt that I knew them well compared to the previous two couples.
And most of all, I love how these two people has greatly changed. Evie has become stronger and confident so her stammer disappeared. I love seeing the deeper, serious side of Sebastian, so very different from the carefree Sebastian in IHOA. He is also capable of big responsibility at all. And of course, how he changed because of Evie. He was not a rake and a 'skirt chaser' anymore but has only eyes and Love for Evie. SIGH.
And also, I love how he asked forgiveness (when he said he does not apologize to anyone) from Westcliff for what he has done. LOL! Hhhmmm... I think I really, really love this book. This is my most favorite now. :D
Lisa Kleypas has indeed climbed on my favorite author list. She has also created great and real characters, funny and witty and smart too. Though her characters are not the "greater-than-life" kind that I adore like that of JM, they are still unforgettable.
Labels: Books, devil in winter, it happened one autumn, lisa kleypas
Again the Magic by Lisa Kleypas
Originally written: Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Last night, I slept at around 3 am because I just had to finish this fantastic book. I don't easily cry but last night I felt my eyes misting, especially towards the end part of the book when she revealed her secret to him - and the things he has said. SIGH!
Again the Magic was the story of Aline (and for the life of me, I do not know how to pronounce this name) and McKenna. For the sake of those who have not read this book yet, I will not summarize the story here. :)
I like the book so much - the characters are so real and true to their character. I like Marcus and Livia and Adam and Gideon Shaw and Mrs. Faircloth. Nobody has done or said or acted anything annoying or stupid. All the things that they did - even if harsh - is reasonable.
The chemistry between Aline and McKenna is so strong I can hear it sizzling. :D I like how they tried to deny and stop their love for each other but then they cannot do it. I think it was their hearts that were communicating because no matter how hard they tried to resist each other, they cannot do so. How they both changed when they were separated - but their old selves came back when they saw each other again.
I also like the substory of Livia and Gideon. How Gideon tried to change because of love.
SIGH. SIGH. SIGH. It was just great.
Last night, I slept at around 3 am because I just had to finish this fantastic book. I don't easily cry but last night I felt my eyes misting, especially towards the end part of the book when she revealed her secret to him - and the things he has said. SIGH!
Again the Magic was the story of Aline (and for the life of me, I do not know how to pronounce this name) and McKenna. For the sake of those who have not read this book yet, I will not summarize the story here. :)
I like the book so much - the characters are so real and true to their character. I like Marcus and Livia and Adam and Gideon Shaw and Mrs. Faircloth. Nobody has done or said or acted anything annoying or stupid. All the things that they did - even if harsh - is reasonable.
The chemistry between Aline and McKenna is so strong I can hear it sizzling. :D I like how they tried to deny and stop their love for each other but then they cannot do it. I think it was their hearts that were communicating because no matter how hard they tried to resist each other, they cannot do so. How they both changed when they were separated - but their old selves came back when they saw each other again.
I also like the substory of Livia and Gideon. How Gideon tried to change because of love.
SIGH. SIGH. SIGH. It was just great.
Labels: again the magic, Books, lisa kleypas