The Iron Rose [NOOK Book]

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After reading a couple of other pirate romances ('Island Flame' and 'Sea Fire' by Karen Robards), which frankly left me feeling as if I should apologize to someone for reading such junk, it was a real pleasure to read 'The Iron Rose'. This is a sequel to 'Across the Sea of Stars', but it stands very well on its own. As other reviewers have noted, this is a gender-bender; the heroine is a pirate captain and, at first glance, the hero is a somewhat foppish member of the nobility. However, as the story is developed, these two characters are much more than what appears on the surface, and this is the main reason why I liked the book so much. Ms. Canham knows how to tell a story with real fully-developed characters (and this includes many of the secondary characters) whom the reader wants to know more about. I've read most of Ms. Canham's other books--this one is the best so far!

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An Excellent Book

In the top 5 of my favorite books. I love it when the women kick butt, and Juliet is great!

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Loved it!!!!!!

One of my fav. I love this author. You have to read all of her books!

An Excellent Book!!

If you are looking for something larger than life, you will find it in the pages of The Iron Rose. One doesn¿t just read a Marsha Canham book, one becomes part of it. With her vivid descriptions, I felt like I was standing on the Iron Rose in the middle of the ocean. This is the story of Juliet Dante, captain of the Iron Rose, and Varian St. Clare, Duke of Harrow. Varian and Juliet meet up after she rescues the crew of the ship he was traveling on, from the Spaniards. Varian has been sent by King James in search of her father, the legendary Pirate Wolf( Simon Dante). The king has sent Varian to convince Simon Dante and the rest of the privateers in the Caribbean to stop attacking the Spanish ships. What unfolds is a plot the Spaniards have to take over England, in retaliation for the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588. This is the story of two strong people, who start out without any expectations. The attraction is there from the beginning. Juliet has a mind of her own and is not afraid to go after what she wants. What she wants is Varian, however, she lets her pride get in the way of letting him know how she feels. Varian, thank God, did not have that problem. When she sends him away, he comes back. I have to admit that this was only the second book I¿ve read by Marsha Canham, the first being Midnight Honor. This will not be my last. She is one author who truly does her research and I know that when I pick up one of her books, I will not only be entertained, but I will also be learning something.

It was not that good i am sorry...

This book was interesting at first. but as it started forming shape the heroine took too much control and i dont like it when women do that in books. its ok to be stubborn n give men a hard time to lie with them but she was too willing and he was like a puppy drooling over the bone she was swingin between her fingers. such waste of a man... :( but i do like her other books... Ms. Canham is a good writer... it is just that i didnt like the plot in this book

So well written I could almost taste it.

On his way as an envoy from the English king to seek the help of the legendary privateer, the Pirate Wolf, Varian St. Claire's ship is attacked by Spanish ships, only to be rescued by the pirate ship, Iron Rose, captained by the Wolf's daughter, Juliet Dante. She agrees to take the pampered lordling to her father, but only as a hostage. Over the course of the voyage, Varian becomes enarmored of this young woman, one so very different from the pale young women he normally sees. Yet, his life is already promised to another, and Juliet might be taken with Varian, but he is just as alien to her as she to him. ........... Class differences alone do not stand in their way. Politics and treachery will endanger their lives. Despite all this, they share passionate moments that could churn the seas themselves. ........... ***** With all the flare and dash of an Errol Flynn pirate movie, only with the heroine playing Flynn's role, Ms. Canham sweeps the reader away so clearly that you can almost taste the salty air. Varian shows more spirit than one might expect from a softly raised gentleman, and the settings are breathtaking. With any luck, Juliet's brothers will also have their own stories told. *****

Incredible Sequel Novel

Marsha Caham does it again. In this novel she brings back the old characters -- but not as we last saw them. She is one of the few authors that keeps her characters moving through time. Her romance and wit make this story fast paced, sexy, and humorous. It not only takes one away from their cares but gives you a sense of coming home again. I really appreciate Ms. Canham's talents!!!!

great,sexy book

I read a lot of historical romance, as well as other genres. I thought this was a fast paced, engrossing, and very sensual tale. I highly recommend it.

vividly strong seventeenth century tale

In 1614 in the Caribbean, the Spanish vessel Santo Domingo attacks the English merchant ship Argus. It becomes obvious to outside observer Privateer Captain Juliet Dante of the IRON ROSE that the Spaniards plan to sink the Argus, killing everyone on board. Her crew surprises the Santo Domingo and captures that boat while saving the lives of most of the English on board the destroyed Argus. Included in the rescue is King James¿ latest envoy to the Caribe privateers, Duke Varian St. Clare, who has orders from His Majesty to obtain a cease and desist to all piracy. Though they argue about their respective ways of life, Varian and Juliet are attracted to one another. As they fall in love, both knows one of them must compromise if they are to share a life together. However, before either can make up his or her mind, troubles on the high seas may decide for them their future as danger threatens to kill both of them. Though typical in many ways of the historical pirate romance, THE IRON ROSE uses a gender bender lead female to provide the audience with an invigorating exciting story line. The key to the brisk plot besides the action is Juliet, a strong independent leader whose lust for life grips Varian (ask him about her scissors hold) and the audience. Though the climax seems abrupt, fans of the sub-genre will take great pleasure with this vividly strong seventeenth century tale. Harriet Klausner

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