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Geoffrey Wentworth, the Earl of Stratford, is a war hero focused on affairs of king and country rather than affairs of the heart. Nevertheless, his mother is playing matchmaker and has invited potential brides to visit the family estate. Geoffrey resigns himself to playing host to a gaggle of husband-hunters more interested in his title than in him—until he unexpectedly meets one notable and intriguing exception.
Miss Liliana Claremont has no interest in being an earl’s wife, least of all Wentworth’s—the son of the man she believes murdered her father. Liliana is determined to find evidence of the crime, but her behavior rouses the earl’s suspicions as well as her own undeniable attraction to a man she thought was her enemy. As Geoffrey and Liliana explore their growing passion for one another, the truth behind their fathers’ enmity threatens to destroy their newfound love…
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Posted February 15, 2012
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I. Loved. This. Book. Ms. Snow shoots outside of the box in creating her characters and achieves magical results. Geoffrey is not what one expects of the higher class. He is determined to help those less fortunate, especially his fellow soldiers, and will use whatever influence he can to see his dream fulfilled. Liliana is no less unconventional. In her bid to become a recognized member within the scientific realm – a dominion that staunchly refuses to allow women a place within, despite her brilliance, she becomes more of an outcast than anything. She is obviously all wrong for an Earl with political ties, but that, oftentimes, makes her absolutely perfect as his match. And of course, both are opposed to being forced into conforming like the rest of their peers, so both have to overcome the protective walls resurrected before a chance at happiness is given the slightest flicker of a possibility. I love that Liliana is strong and capable, while obviously unaware of an obvious need for love an acceptance she tried hard to oppress. ~~~
Adding to the splendor of this story is intelligence and wit mixed with just the right amount of sarcasm. And the intellect demonstrated by both Liliana and Geoffrey is not overdone. The scientific facts, for example are kept to a level that allows enhancement of the story while maintaining the readers attention. The wit and sarcasm is utterly charming. One of my favorite paragraphs is Geoffrey speaking to his horse while thinking other thoughts to himself about Liliana, who is devastating his senses in every way possible by this time.
He found a spot to rest the horses away from the crab apple trees. Grin nudged him in protest. “Much too much temptation over there,” Geoffrey mumbled, as much to himself as to the horse. “You, my friend, have an appalling lack of self-control.” As does your master. “And I have no desire” – to find myself married to a woman completely wrong for me – “to nurse a sick horse all the way home,” he said, patting Grin on the rump. ~~~
Throw in the bits of mystery and danger and you have the formula for this fresh, delightful novel. And … did I mention that the cover of this book has a quote from Julie Garwood? Julie. Garwood. People. I mean seriously. What more of an endorsement do you need? I can say for sure that I will be keeping an eye on Ms. Snow as I am confident she is an author to watch. Sweet Enemy is also part of a series: Veiled Seduction. Happily, I have discovered that an intriguing secondary character from the book, Aveline, will get his story in book 2, Sweet Deception, due out in August of this year. The reader is offered a glimpse into Aveline, but not near enough. My curiosity strings have been well and truly plucked. You can bet I will be reading that book for sure. Historical romance lovers are sure to enjoy Ms. Snow and her charming debut. ~~~
(ARC Paperback received from author for review.)
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Posted March 11, 2012
If you like historical romance this is a must read. When I finished reading it, I immediately came back to Barnes & Noble to purchase another one of her novels. Much to my disappointment there weren't any!
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Posted March 22, 2012
very good romance novel. funny, passionate, "real", adventurous etc. cant say enough good things. You will not be disappointed unless you are completely daft.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Sweet Enemy by Heather Snow
Liliana had found some old letters behind the book shelves when she
returned from asking others to help with the robbery at her home. The
letters didn't make sense to her but it reminded her of her father's dying words: be trade (betrayed). Given the only clue was the wax seal on the bundle of letters that'd be a good place to start her search for the answer to who murdered her father. It was just by chance she and her aunt and cousin got an invite to go to the place where the seal came from.
His mother was at it again, setting him up for marriage by throwing a party, using his seal to send the invites out, and hope he would find a suitable partner.
She attends the ball at his house and finds herself going through the library looking for a spot in the shelves the same as what's at her library-the hidden shelf. But something happens and she ends up in his arms. They start courting...
Sword fighting tournaments are just the thing to show off in front of the women.
Her gunsman won the bet because of her knowledge of chemical reactions and the right things to add to the gun powder.
Fascinating explanation of the plants they find and what they can do for the sick.
He is in agreement with her as to the location of a new village after hearing all about the chemical reactions of things that could relate to illness in the new village.
Was thinking with just 2 pages left I hope she gets to use her chemistry magic again to solve the mystery.
And another book in the series will be out soon too, excellent read and can't wait for the next book.
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Posted March 18, 2013
A sweet romance
I just finished reading Sweet Enemy! It is the first book in the Veiled Seduction series written by Heather Snow! What an excellent passionate love story! I really enjoyed reading this beautiful story of Geoffrey and Liliana set in Regency period.
Sweet Enemy didn’t disappointed and I am sure that I will enjoy the next books in this series written by this newcomer author. Ms. Snow offered her readers a sweet romance. It’s a wonderful intrigue fill with mystery and passion!
Geoffrey Wentworth, the Earl of Stratford, is a charming and handsome man. Everything starts as he has to attend a party that his mother is holding for him to help him find a woman suitable to marry and have an heir. While Liliana Claremont believes that someone in the Wenthworth family is responsible for her father’s death. Being a headstrong and an independent woman as a chemist, she decides to attend this party and get close to him, to be able to find clues that may help her find her father’s murderer. But little did she know that sparks will flare between her and Geoffrey. I won’t write a complete review, because others have done so very well. Ms. Snow is a new author and she very well described the chemistry between her characters. This romance was a page turner for me! I highly recommend this beautiful romance, evocative and emotionally rich with her characters.
I will be reading more books by this author; her next book is Sweet Deception, already available and Sweet Madness, title will be released on April 2, 2013.
Another historical romance at its best.
originally appeared on: Bookshelf Confessions
Another historical romance at its best.
Let’s talk about the cover: I heard that they changed it, I actually love the first cover although I can’t see Liliana’s face, but the blue dress and the gold background really did it for me. I fell in love with the book, the first time I saw the cover.
From the very first page, I was hardly gripped by the story. I even checked it again if it’s really a historical romance, well, oh well, the very first page of Sweet Enemy depicts someone breaking in and Liliana’s been seen and caught by that person, thanks to her wits, she managed to escape.
I really like the plot of this book. Liliana attending the House Party of the Duke while her ulterior motive is to prove that the Duke’s family has really something to do with her father’s death. And also, I’m not really an active feminist, but it’s good to think that even at that time, there are women who does not concern themselves with petticoats and gowns, instead with chemicals, formulas and theories. Like Liliana, I do believe that what men can do, women could, sometimes even better.
Heather Snow make her characters unique and at the same time very relatable. I sometimes hate myself for agreeing with Liliana, and when the time comes for the Geoffrey’s (Duke) POV, I agree with him and hate Liliana for doing it.
What makes me love Sweet Enemy is that Geoffrey and Liliana’s love story started with intrigue and scorching moment. It was never easy. There was suspicion, then mutual understanding, distrust..and many more.. I saw their love grow and developed in a not boring way.
Also, there are a lot of information on the book, especially with healing plants, chemical reactions and even codes. Ms. Heather Snow, put her knowledge into this book, she’s a chemist..
One might never believe that this is actually Heather Snow’s debut novel. I for myself, am used already to her writing style, which keeps the reader going, revealing each mystery together with the characters. Plus humor and wits…I laughed most of the times…¿
This is a must read not just for historical lovers, but for mystery enthusiast too… An intriguing novel with characters that are anything but ordinary, Sweet Enemy would easily carve out a space into anyone’s heart. Highly Recommended!!! And would love to see more of this wonderful author!!!
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Reviewed by~Joanne
Review Copy Provided by~the Author
This is the first book in the “Veiled Seduction” series and if the other books in the series are as good as Sweet Enemy is I will enjoy reading them too. I’m beginning to enjoy books that have prologues and epilogues since the first gives a hint of what is to come and the last ties up all the loose ends and hints at the future. Sweet Enemy didn’t disappoint by using that format. There was romance both sweet and not so sweet, mystery, betrayals, intrigue and family dynamics at work throughout. The book kept my attention from beginning to end with a lot of twists and turns to keep you guessing and invested in the outcome – some were predictable but many were not. There was a happily ever after that didn’t look possible but was what I was hoping for.
Liliana had a hard exterior since she was a chemist in the 1800′s which went against everything women should be, do or act like. She had also built a wall around her heart after the murder of her father. Geoffrey also steeled his heart against being involved in any scenario or even feeling love. Watching the two of them fight their love which neither recognized and both doubted even when one would tell the other of it was handled smoothly. Their feelings ran the gamut from hate to love, from trust to betrayal along with many others and it was interesting to feel their emotions.
The descriptions of the countryside, the parties, the house and their horseback rides were vivid and made you feel a part of it. I look forward to reading other books in the series as well as other books written by Snow. She will be added to my favorite author’s list.
Favorite Quote: Liliana pressed her lips together in a smile. He may know more about relations, but he couldn’t feel how completely spent she was. And yet, she was intrigued. What if he were correct? She’d never get a chance again to test the theory. “What kind of wager, Major?”
I can not say this was my favorite book I've ever read, but it wasn't the worse. I thought the author could have done better if she cut the page count down.
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Overview
Geoffrey Wentworth, the Earl of Stratford, is a war hero focused on affairs of king and country rather than affairs of the heart. Nevertheless, his mother is playing matchmaker and has invited potential brides to visit the family estate. Geoffrey resigns himself to playing host to a gaggle of husband-hunters more interested in his title than in him—until he unexpectedly meets one notable and intriguing exception.
Miss Liliana Claremont has no interest in being an earl’s wife, ...