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The Lady Most Willing...: A Novel in Three Parts (Lady Most. Book 2) by [Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, Connie Brockway]

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by Julia Quinn (Author), Eloisa James (Author), Connie Brockway (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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From Julia Quinn, the author of Bridgerton—along with close friends and bestselling authors Eloisa James and Connie Brockway—comes a thrilling tale of a snow-bound party in a Scottish castle.

And You’re Invited!

When Laird Taran Ferguson’s nephews refuse to find brides, he takes matters into his own hands, raiding a ball and bringing some lovely young ladies to his castle. Which author do you think escorted which heroine to the castle?

Miss Fiona Chisholm, a beauty with a scandalous past
Lady Cecily Tarleton, a lovely heiress—but she’s English
Miss Catriona Burns, a lady with no name or fortune, so clearly someone made a mistake!

When it comes to gentlemen, did Eloisa invite an earl so stern that he broke his engagement after a mere whiff of scandal? Did Connie suggest that the Duke of Bretton fall asleep in the carriage used in a kidnapping? Did Julia bring a rogue whose reputation proceeds him?

A novel in three parts, as fresh and charming as the Highland air, written by three of the very best writers of historical romance.

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December 26, 2012
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*Starred Review* Concerned about the fate of his clan, Taran Ferguson, the laird of Finovair, decides to help secure his legacy by locating suitable brides for his two nephews Byron Wotton, Earl of Oakley, and Robert “Robin” Parles, Comte de Rocheforte. Of course, Ferguson being Ferguson (as well as a wee bit drunk) can’t do the expected thing and simply host a ball for the local lasses. Instead, he decides to “kidnap” a few ladies from the Icicle Ball being held at nearby Bellemere Castle, which is how Fiona and Marilla Chisholm, Cecily Tarleton, and Catriona Burns all find themselves at Castle Finovair. Unfortunately, along with the ladies, Ferguson also manages to abduct a very cranky Duke of Bretton, who happened to be asleep in his own carriage when the matrimonial raid took place. When an unexpected snowstorm strands the group at Finovair, it will either provide the perfect opportunity for some matchmaking or a recipe for romantic disaster. The terrific trio of RITA Award–winning authors responsible for The Lady Most Likely . . . (2011) teams up again and crafts another deliciously entertaining romance centering on several couples. Infused with irresistibly exuberant wit, the wonderfully elegant The Lady Most Willing . . . is absolutely priceless. --John Charles --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

About the Author

Julia Quinn started writing her first book one month after finishing college and has been tapping away at her keyboard ever since. The #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen novels for Avon Books, she is a graduate of Harvard and Radcliffe Colleges and is one of only sixteen authors ever to be inducted in the Romance Writers of America Hall of Fame. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family. Please visit her on the web at www.juliaquinn.com.

Eloisa James is a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author and professor of English literature, who lives with her family in New York, but can sometimes be found in Paris or Italy. She is the mother of two and, in a particularly delicious irony for a romance writer, is married to a genuine Italian knight. Visit her at www.eloisajames.com.

A New York Times bestselling author of twenty-two novels for Avon Books, Julia Quinn is a graduate of Harvard and Radcliffe Colleges and lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest.

New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James is a professor of English literature who lives with her family in New York but can sometimes be found in Italy.

Connie Brockway, the New York Times bestselling author of twenty-two books, is an eight-time finalist and two-time winner of the RITA® Award. She lives in Minnesota with her husband and two spoiled mutts.

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“A great read for anyone who loves a good romance, a must-read for historical-romance fans.” (Kirkus)

“Infused with irresistibly exuberant wit, the wonderfully elegant The Lady Most Willing . . . is absolutely priceless.” (Booklist) --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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At the behest of three of the most talented historical romance authors writing today, you are cordially invited to a ball. No, a party. No . . . a kidnapping.

Taran Ferguson, laird of his clan, is determined that his ancient (if not so honorable) birthright be secured before he dies. When both his nephews refuse to wed, the old reprobate takes matters into his own hands: he raids a ball and makes off with four likely brides . . .

Miss Marilla Chisholm--the bonniest lass in Scotland, and an heiress to boot.

Miss Fiona Chisholm--her older sister, another fine choice (but for that tiny stain on her reputation).

Lady Cecily Tarleton--true, she's an English beauty, but very, very rich.

Miss Catriona Burns--without name or fortune, clearly someone made a mistake.

Oh, yes. And one very irate duke.

Because somewhere there must be one lady most willing to love a Scottish lord.

--Kirkus Reviews --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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At the behest of three of the most talented historical romance authors writing today, you are cordially invited to a ball. No, a party. No . . . a kidnapping.

Taran Ferguson, laird of his clan, is determined that his ancient (if not so honorable) birthright be secured before he dies. When both his nephews refuse to wed, the old reprobate takes matters into his own hands: he raids a ball and makes off with four likely brides . . .

Miss Marilla Chisholm—the bonniest lass in Scotland, and an heiress to boot.

Miss Fiona Chisholm—her older sister, another fine choice (but for that tiny stain on her reputation).

Lady Cecily Tarleton—true, she's an English beauty, but very, very rich.

Miss Catriona Burns—without name or fortune, clearly someone made a mistake.

Oh, yes. And one very irate duke.

Because somewhere there must be one lady most willing to love a Scottish lord.

--This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B008CGYR3A
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Avon (December 26, 2012)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 26, 2012
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 3272 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 401 pages
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Connie Brockway
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New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Connie Brockway has received starred reviews from both Publishers Weekly and the Library Journal which named My Seduction as one of 2004's top ten romances.
An eight time finalist for Romance Writers of America prestigious RITA award, Brockway has twice been its recipient, for My Dearest Enemy and The Bridal Season. In 2006 Connie wrote her first women's contemporary HOT DISH, which won critical raves.
Today Brockway lives in Minnesota with her husband, a family physician, and two spoiled mutts.
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Julia Quinn
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#1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn loves to dispel the myth that smart women don't read (or write) romance, and in 2001 she did so in grand fashion, appearing on the game show The Weakest Link and walking away with the $79,000 jackpot. She displayed a decided lack of knowledge about baseball, country music, and plush toys, but she is proud to say that she aced all things British and literary, answered all of her history and geography questions correctly, and knew that there was a Da Vinci long before there was a code. Ms. Quinn is one of only sixteen members of Romance Writers of America's Hall of Fame, her books have been translated into 29 languages, and she currently lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest.
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Eloisa James is a New York Times bestselling author and professor of English literature who lives with her family in New York, but can sometimes be found in Paris or Italy. She is the mother of two and, in a particularly delicious irony for a romance writer, is married to a genuine Italian knight.
For info about books, visit www.eloisajames.com and sign up for her Five Fabulous Things newsletter. Or ask a question on Facebook (where Eloisa spends entirely too much time): https://www.facebook.com/eloisajames
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J Beale

Julia Quinn does it again!!!!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 17, 2022

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The book will keep you on your toes! I finished it in a few days. I couldn’t put it down. The suspense, the comedy and the romance are all what is needed in a book like this. 10 stars for Julia Quinn! I just think they should make all of her books into movies or series.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 12, 2022

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Three great authors came together and wrote a funny , delicious , and lovely book. Fours women taken by an eccentric old laird to be picked by his two nephews for a wife. You have fiery Catriona , Lady Cicely, and the two sisters Marilla and Fiona . What an funny ending .. great book page Turner for sure

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 16, 2022

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Two novels in 3 parts each follow Regency lovers through the twists and turns of Romance. The pacing is a little off, but characters and events are lively. A minor character in the first novel is one of the heroes in the second.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 31, 2012

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Let me start by saying that this 3-in-1 is not like most 3-in-1s. Instead of 3 novellas by three different authors being made into one book,(which as I've mentioned before, I'm not really keen on) this is a collaborative effort.
Upon first reading the premise of the book, I thought someone must have liked watching 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers', the 1954 musical, as much as I did when I was a kid!
Taran Ferguson is laird of Finovair Castle in Scotland. Although still sprite,he feels he is getting on in years and not having any children of his own, wants to secure the family line through his two nephews, Robin, the Comte de Rocheforte and Byron,the Earl of Oakley.
One winter's night, he and his men decide to raid a house party nearby and kidnap three beautiful,dowered, young women, Cecily Maycott and the sisters Fiona and Marilla Chisolm. The thing is that they have forgotten to bring along a carriage,fortunately there is one awaiting them on their way out. Unfortunately, its owner the Duke of Bretton is still inside fast asleep and in the ruckus of the kidnapping, a fourth young lady, Miss Catriona Burns has been thrown into the mix too. Although she is equal in beauty to the rest, she is useless to Taran since she has no dowry. So now Taran and his men are in possession of four young ladies and one sleeping duke and they are off to Finovair castle.
Being that we're in Scotland, in the winter and a snow storm is brewing, it isn't long before the pass is closed, thus cutting off the castle and its inhabitants for several days. Just enough time for our very charming and very lively cast of characters to get to know each other better.

I spent most of the time reading this book with a grin on my face. The characters were all jolly fun and fun to read about. The dialogue was quite good too. Although there were still three different story-lines, it was nice that they all took place in the same setting with the same cast of characters.

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K. Sexton

A must read for JQ fans

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 27, 2012

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Overall, this story was a cozy, fun read and if I could rate it in 3 parts, I would. 5,3,2.

JQ does a laugh out loud job of beginning the novella with a believable plot and characters. The relationship between the duke and Catriona is plausible, enjoyable and unlike the last few of her novels, it does not seem to me, rushed. I have read every one of her novels, almost all within 24 hours of release. The dialogue and fluidity of the characters in this novella she wrote were reminiscent of the Bridgestone series. I can't quite put my finger on it, but it is just that - IT. She's got IT and whatever IT is, her writing is wonderful and was back in full force in this story. Loved it.

EJ did a wonderful job as well. While I did not laugh out loud quite as frequently, I did truly enjoy Fiona and her earl. I think they could have been developed into a full length novel. They were altogether delightful. One of my biggest pet peeves however is when an author rushes a relationship along and throws a sex scene into a book just for the sake of having one. I found myself looking to see if I had daftly skipped a few chapters on my kindle, or if she had. Unfortunately, it was the latter. The barn scene was out of character for both characters involved and I found my eyes rolling at this point in the story thinking it may have been nice later on, but really?

The last story between Cecily and the Comte was my least favorite. I did not like Cecily. I wanted to, truly, I just didn't unstated who she was supposed to be. I didn't think the author ever really did an adequate job of explaining her character. She said she was a prim and proper miss, and never displayed ANY of those characteristics. She set off trying to seduce a rake without even explaing why she was doing it. And what was explained of the Cecily and Robin to the reader, I personally didn't feel was explained between the two characters. I don't think they had one complete meaningful conversation in the entire book. Their relationship rather than being built upon dialogue or interaction was built solely upon lust at first sight. And while I don't mind that as an initial beginning to a relationship, it never progressed beyond that. She communcated to us that they had fallen in love, she just never communicated why or how.

Overall, I am glad I read it and would recommend reading. I was not paid to write this, did not get the book for free,etc. I just enjoy sharing my opinion when I read a book that is worth reading. If you are a JQ or EJ fan, you should read this.

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Kassandra

ancient history transferred to new ( old ?) formats !

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 10, 2022

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What would Livius have thought reading this version of the rape of the Sabine women ? Some legends never die.

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TPeña

A true Tour de force!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 19, 2022

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The best read I’ve had since the Bridgertons. Three interconnected love stories which were so satisfying. Each one surpassing the previous (but I have to admit that I enjoyed the sarcastic Duke most. So many laughable moments, often involving Taran, the kidnapping Laird himself.

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RosieJD

Humorous romance

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on January 31, 2021

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What a fun book to read, nicely paced storyline sufficiently intriguing and they all get the one they deserve. I like Fiona’s tale best

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Anniekin

Hilarious

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on February 24, 2013

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This book is written by three different authors but is sewen together and linked so seamlessly you forget to notice. Each of the mini books is a fresh and enjoyable love story with funny bright characters who even in a short book pull you into their lives. Taran the uncle of two of our happy grooms kidnaps 4 women in a bid to entice his nephews into marriage, oh course the fact that he accidentally grabs a Duke is a minor inconvenience. The story takes place over a week and will have you laughing as well as invested in the ending.

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Mrs. D. J. Smith

Frothy Fun!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on January 12, 2013

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A fun, frothy read! There were two glaring errors and I can't understand why they were not picked up! One character is likened to Anne Elliot in Persuasion - I think they mean Elizabeth Elliot, as that was definitely the character the quotations referred to! I'd also like to know more of this King George VII......

Romance that will make you smile, when four young ladies are unceremoniously kidnapped from a ball to spend several days snowed up in a freezing castle with several unattached gentlemen....

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Lucy

Love and romance in spades

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 6, 2021

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Very clever storytelling, weaving one story into the next. So much love.bInhavent read a story all the way through for ages. Thank you.

Sylvia

romance

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on March 27, 2021

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