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ShawnaW
Posted June 23, 2010
Count Mathias Duma is guided by the stars, and they've led him to the lovely Katherine Archerbald -- a woman who ignites his passion and shares his beliefs. Can he trust her with his secret? Dare he trust her with his heart. The truth is revealed under the light of the moon.
This book is a beautiful blend of history and mystique. And it's terribly romantic. Terribly! Stephanie Burkhart delves into folklore in this magnificent tale that combines the romance of the era, with the romance of the setting, with the romance of an impossible love. Not an easy feat, I say!
Add to that, the tormented hero's plight, the sense of impending danger, and the element of an ongoing rivalry, and well... there not much left to be desired. Katherine and Mathias's desire for each other take care of the rest. (keep a fan and a glass of cold water nearby.)
The Hungarian is both, an intriguing and romantic tale. Congratulations to Ms. Burkhart!
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Generally speaking, I'm not a paranormal fan... which is why I was surprised to enjoy THE HUNGARIAN by Stephanie Burkhart as much as I did. I don't enjoy books that make werewolves little more than pack animals, driven solely by the most basic animal instincts. THE HUNGARIAN is different.
Burkhart takes the focus off the animal, placing to fully and wholly on the man. Her writing is vivid, her historical detail used to paint a beautiful image of the time and place. She draws you into the emotion of the story, and the beauty of the love between Mathias and Katherine.
If you enjoy werewolf/paranormal stories, this is an absolute winner. But then again, if you're not necessarily a paranormal fan -- but a fan of a deeply emotional romance -- you could very well enjoy it still.
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Posted June 6, 2010
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The Hungarian is a thrilling tale of mystery, intrigue, and the unquestioning trust which comes from true love.Ms. Burkhart takes the reader though the intricate emotional ups and downs her hero and heroine go through, and the reader feels a since of accomplishment and joy as Matthias and Katherine grow and mature throughout the story, learning to trust one another completely. Ms. Burkhart pulls the reader right into Matthias transformation with her details of not only his physical changing, but also his mind and emotions while this painful process takes place.
Ms. Burkhart's writing is crisp, her imagery vivid. The story is compelling and the reader will find their selves not wanting it to end.
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Overview
Enter Matthias Duma. The Hungarian count captures Katherine's attention like no other man before him with his unusual gold-malachite eyes, his exotic features, and his ...