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The Duchess and the Dragon - eBook  -     By: Jamie Carie

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Title: The Duchess and the Dragon - eBook
By: Jamie Carie
Format: DRM Free ePub
Vendor: B&H Fiction
Publication Date: 2008
ISBN: 9780805448986
ISBN-13: 9780805448986
Stock No: WW15550EB

Publisher's Description

Rising romance novelist Jamie Carie’s second book, The Duchess and the Dragon, tells the epic story of two unlikely soulmates who live worlds apart but soon meet and turn each other’s world upside down.
 
Drake Weston, Duke of Northumberland, is accustomed to a life of royalty until a tragic mistake followed by murderous rage results in his darkening character and sudden flee from England. With a hoarde of money on which to survive, Drake hops a ship of indentured servants to America but is duly robbed and taken ill by the merciless sea voyage.
 
In Pennsylvania, Serena Winter is a humble, devoted Quaker on a mission of mercy, ready to tend the sick people aboard a ship that has just arrived from England. Taken by Drake’s air of dark mystery after he begins to serve as an apprentice to her silversmith father, Serena falls in love and is excommunicated by her fellow believers when she accepts a non-Quaker’s marriage proposal.
 
Not knowing Drake’s history, Serena is later shocked to discover her new status as a duchess. What follows are hard truths and softening hearts, romance triangles, webs of deceit, and ultimately, the power of grace, love, and passion.
 
Endorsements:
 
"Enthralling. The Duchess and the Dragon brought me to tears, to joy, and finally the delight of having just read an absorbing-till-the-last-line novel."
—Lauraine Snelling, author of Breaking Free and An Untamed Land

"A thoroughly entertaining and uplifting read . . . an absolute treat."

The Sunpiper Book Review

"Jamie Carie's characterization is brilliant with . . . a depth and authenticity rarely seen in romance novels . . . With one book she has entrenched herself a place as one of my ’must read’ authors."

RelzReviews

"This well-written title deserves a spot on your shelves."

Christian Retailing

Author Bio

Jamie Carie is the author of Snow Angel, a ForeWord magazine Romance Book of the Year winner, USA Book News National "Best Books 2007" Awards winner, and 2008 RITA Awards® Best First Book finalist. Her third novel, Wind Dancer, was a 2010 Indiana State Library Best Books of Indiana finalist. She lives with her husband and three children in Indianapolis.

Editorial Reviews

"New to the Christian-fiction scene, Carie effectively combines charming characters with suspenseful subplots to create a satisfying read. Romance fans will especially appreciate the fervent, sometimes stormy, love story, which is a focal point of the book. Though it's not as much a tear-jerker as other subplots to create a satisfying read. Romance fans will especially appreciate the fervent, sometimes stormy, love story, which is a focal point of the book. Though it's not as much a tear-jerker as other Christian romances, this well-written titles deserves a spot on your shelves." - Christian Retailing

“This is the second title I have reviewed for a Jamie Carie book and, as before, I was not let down. This is the author’s second title, following Snow Angel, a Best Books Award winner. Jamie Carie resides in Indianapolis, Indiana with her husband and three children.

“The Duchess and the Dragon, set in Regency-era, is a historical romance. Drake Weston, Duke of Northumberland, England is set to be the heir upon his father’s passing, bringing with it influence and wealth beyond imagine. But when his poor temper causes a tragic mistake, Drake is forced from the country he loves and the life he knows, in to America as an indentured servant. Barely surviving the journey and horrid conditions, Serena Winter, a Quaker woman, finds him near death and rescues him by bringing Drake home and nursing him back to health. Thrown together by circumstance, these two individuals, from backgrounds that couldn’t be more opposite, discover the consequences and power of what love can do. They must confront the web of deceit that threatens to destroy all that they hold dear, trusting in the power of prayer and their love for one another.

“In all honesty, historical romance is my least favorite of the romance genre. This is a tough genre to write in, as I have done so myself, and to invent a story-line that has not been over-used or recycled is a daunting task. I am pleased to report that this was not the case in this book.

“I find myself completely enamored by Jamie Carie’s ability to tell a great story, with strong characters to back them up. The backdrop and history was stellar, as was the language that tossed you into another time, another era, forgetting that this was fiction. The two very different religions added a great element for the plot and turmoil between the main characters. I liked the diverse family background, as well- One coming from deceitful and hateful surroundings, and the other from a warm and nurturing one. It added to the plot nicely. The characters were realistic and endearing. I especially liked that they were not without common human flaws, as we tend to see in this genre often. The plot flowed well and, at no time, did I find myself disinterested. Mostly, the ending was a sagacious one, in where I did not have to roll my eyes at an unrealistic ‘happily ever after.’ It was happy all right, and gave closure to such magnitude everyone will be satisfied, but not in an impractical manner.

“This was a heart-pounding and moving read. Jamie Carie is still new to the publishing world, but she won’t be for long. She has immeasurable talent and I look forward to seeing her on a best-seller list some day. “ - Bookpleasures.com

“Imperious and commanding Drake Weston, the Earl of Warwick, is betrayed by his father from the grave. Shattered and infuriated, Drake finds himself running from the law after a fit of aggression towards a conniving servant wanting to benefit from his misery. Ever resourceful, Drake concocts a plan to marry quickly, produce an heir, deceive the English court and regain his rightful inheritance.

“Escaping to Philadelphia, Drake survives the frightful voyage and finds himself at the mercy of the Winters, a gentle Quaker family, as an indentured servant. Drake's intelligence and forthright manner has Serena Winter second guessing his story but she finds herself drawn to him as no other man before. Forsaking her church, but not her faith, and all that is familiar, Serena follows her heart only to discover Drake's shameful past and his bold plan that will destroy her trust and shatter her dreams forever.

“The Duchess and the Dragon is a passionate tale of love and betrayal set in the early 1800's captivating me from beginning to end. Jamie Carie's characterisation is brilliant with both Drake and Serena having a depth and authenticity rarely seen in romance novels. Drake is charismatic and driven but his transformation to a life of servant hood is revealing as he chafes against his new found limitations but is at the same time empowered by the work of his hands. Serena's compassionate nature is palpable and her confusion over her attraction to Drake delightful. The scurrilous intrigue alongside discoveries of faith play out against the backdrop of their growing love and add to the appeal of this evocative and enchanting story. For those who love Deeanne Gist and Julie Lessman, Jamie Carie will not disappoint - with one book she has entrenched herself a place as one of my ‘must read’ authors.” - RelzReviewz

"The story is unique and well written, and you'll fall in love with her characters."

Quaker Serena Winter, though young and beautiful, isn't seeking a husband. She's turned a fair share of suitors away, and the only one she's kept is more of friend and companion in her eyes than a lover.

Drake Weston is the Earl of Northumberland, next in line for the Dukedom by right of birth. He's arrogant and commanding, a womanizer, and a shrewd businessman.

But the death of his father, the Duke, brings news that is not only bitter, but impossible for him to live with. It sends him into despair and rage, and brings about a terrible accident, the result of which is his leaving England for the colonies as an indentured servant. His money and belongings stolen, his life in tatters, and his health gone, he finds himself in the port town of Philadelphia, nursed back to health in the arms of an angel.

Jamie Carie's second novel, The Duchess and the Dragon, is a romance set in Regency England and the early days of America. While I’m not a historical expert, it's obvious that Carie has done her homework in developing the ancient setting of London and of the new born Philadelphia. The Duchess and the Dragon stands head and shoulders above the c

rowd of others in its genre. Here, you will not find sappy saints prancing about and having all issues resolved with a kiss. In fact, parts of this novel are a bit racy, and not all issues are totally resolved by the end. Her writing is skillful, and well fleshed, and the choice to make Serena a Quaker lends a more interesting element than the more generic choice of simply Christian. The one thing that I felt was lacking was tension during dangerous places. The foreshadowing was excellent, but while the aftermath of certain scenes was intense enough, the parts leading up to it were almost glossed over. I also wish there had been more face time with Daniel, the boisterous Scotsman, but that may just be my own preference.

In all, I would certainly recommend The Duchess and the Dragon to both readers of romance and historicals (and historical romance). The story is unique and well written, and you'll fall in love with her characters. - Lori Fox- TitleTrakk

Editorial Review

Drake Weston, future heir and Duke of Northumberland has been groomed since he was a young boy to take over the title and the responsibilities that come along with it. With his last breath his father states that there is a new will in the safe. Surprised at this new twist, he locates the will and to his utter amazement realizes that his father has written him out of it, leaving him penniless and without any status. Shocked beyond words he devices a plan to skirt around the will and still get the wealth and prestige that he has worked hard for. However, before he can put his plan into action, his anger gets the best of him and he sends a servant to his death. Fearing the repercussions of his temper he escapes on a ship sailing to Philadelphia as an indentured servant, under the name Drake Winslow.

Serena Winter, the eldest daughter of a Quaker family, has always gone to nurse the sick that were on the ships. The new indentured ship that arrived at the Philadelphia harbor has the usual amount of sick people, but there is one man in particular that catches her eye: Drake Winslow. Even in his incoherent, fevered state he seems to command respect and attention from those around him. Who could he be? As she nurses him back to health, they both realize the depth of feelings they have for each other and get married. However, the restlessness and the thirst for his inheritance have not left Drake yet. Hearing the good news that the man he had thought to have murdered had not died, he convinces Serena to return to England and proceeds to put into action his original plan to out-maneuver his father’s will. Will his plan destroy their life? If Serena finds out his deceptions, will she still want him?

The story of Serena and Drake impacted me a lot. Ms. Carie has created characters that are so real and life-like, that I was able to identify with them on many levels. Serena, even though she is a Quaker woman, has a need to be more, which has led her to abandon her beliefs, for a while. And her return to her faith, though brought about through ordeals, is very genuine and poignant. The character of Drake is who I enjoyed the most. Usually Christian fiction would have transformed and redeemed the man as soon as he married Serena. But in this story the fact that he did not become an immediate believer added depth to his character and made his redemption at the end all the more real. I was able to see Serena mature, grow and become a woman leaving behind her naivety as she realizes the lie her life had become. My only problem with Serena’s character is that she is too naive. She knows that Drake is hiding many secrets and is not who he claims to be, but she marries him anyways. On-the-other-hand, I guess this proves the popular adage “Love is blind”. The story is very fast paced as events occur in quick succession. It was a very compelling read that made me scrutinize my own life carefully and examine my motives. I am definitely looking forward to Ms. Carie’s next novel! - Reviewed by Jasmine Abraham, Rating: 4 ½

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