The Scent Of Roses (Zebra Splendor Historical Romances) - Softcover

Summers, Rachel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0821763199 ISBN 13: 9780821763193

Publisher: Zebra, 1999

Synopsis

Following a private detective's trail to Whiskey Ridge, Arizona, and to an allegedly haunted house in search of the husband who vanished six years before, Rosalyn Delaney finds that her husband has been murdered and that his business partner, Whip Kincade, has been accused of the crime. Original.

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Review

Have you ever read any of Charlene Raddon's books? Forever Mine and To Have And To Hold may come to mind. Well, meet Rachel Summers, Charlene's new identity. And have a gander at Ms. Summers foray into the paranormal. Note: The Scent of Roses is actually a sequel to To Have And To Hold, but the new paranormal twist apparently required a new façade for the author. Have no fear if you have not read the first book. It's not necessary, but you may end up searching it down after reading The Scent of Roses. A man's death can often bring chaos down on the heads of his loved ones. When Josiah Bullock dies, it not only brings chaos, but an additional wife that no one knew about. His business partner and best friend is accused of murder, now on the run from the law and those who would see him hang. Whip Kincade hides in the secret passageways that wind through Rose House, the home he shared with his young daughter and his best friend. Accused of murder, he must watch the world from inside the dusty darkness. His only reason for not fleeing? His daughter and a desperate desire to see the real killer convicted. Whip knows that Josiah's first wife was at the scene of the crime. Now he must find out what she knows...find out if she killed Josiah so she could marry her lover. Rosalyn Delaney came to find her husband, hoping he would provide the security she needs. She doesn't fault him for leaving her. Rosalyn even understands why he changed his name and married another woman. Her reason for staying, however, is simple. She has no funds and cannot leave. There is no where to go, and Rose House has opened up for her, making her feel safe and welcome. The little girl and the stable boy have gripped her heart. The housekeeper has become her friend and confidant. Even the old butler, with his talk of ghosts and spirits, makes her smile. But it's the attraction that exists between Whip and Rosalyn that scares her the most Her religious upbringing has taught Rosalyn that the sensations she is experiencing will only lead to her fall. The Scent of Roses is a wonderful blending of historical romance and paranormal. All the romantic elements are there -- tingly flirtations, heart-melting kisses, gut-wrenching love scenes that take forever to appear. Then there are the subtle indications that not everything is on the up-and-up at Rose House. Somewhere along the way, the lovers lose control and fate takes hold. The mystery of Rose House is about to be revealed! A wonderful first effort in paranormal for Ms. Summers. Let's hope it isn't the last! The Scent of Roses is an incredible sensation! A romance pushed by chaos and upheaval! Rachel Summers melds historical romance and the paranormal perfectly! Bravo! Delightful characters...wonderful plot...beautiful love story! Fast-paced and fantastic! Karen Ellington -- Copyright © 1999 Literary Times, Inc. All rights reserved -- From Literary Times

Edition details

• Publisher: Zebra
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0821763199
• ISBN 13: 9780821763193
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• Number of pages: 384