C+ ReviewsC Reviews / Elizabeth Essex / girl dressed as boy / historical romance5 Comments
For generations, the Kents have served proudly with the British Royal Navy. So when her younger brother refuses to report for duty, Sally Kent slips into a uniform and takes his place—at least until he comes to his senses. Boldly climbing aboard the Audacious, Sally is as able-bodied as any ... more >
Book Reviews / Reading ListsBarbara J. Hancock / Carolyn Jewel / Elizabeth Essex / Jacqueline-Carey / Julie-Anne-Long36 Comments
It’s been over three months (!) since my last “What Janine is Reading” post. I don’t know why it’s taken me so long to do one of these – the holidays got in the way, but it’s been six weeks since they ended and for that I don’t have a ... more >
B Reviews Category / B- Reviews / Book ReviewsAgent/Spies/Undercover / class-difference / Elizabeth Essex / good-description / mistorical / Regency England / virgin hero14 Comments
Dear Ms. Essex: The Danger of Desire opens in the POV of a young woman named Meggs. Meggs, a London street thief, and her younger brother Timmy, are preparing to steal near the Admiralty building. Meanwhile, Captain Hugh McAlden is in the same building, meeting with Admiral Middleton, who tells ... more >
C+ ReviewsBritish Navy / Elizabeth Essex / Georgian / revenge-plot5 Comments
Dear Ms. Essex, Your second novel, A Sense of Sin, came to my attention through the blurb that described the plot. He Could Be Her Ruin – After a shocking letter and then a mysterious warning about the dangers of unworthy men, Celia Burke is on edge. With her precarious ... more >