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Lyon's Gate
First published 2005 · 519 pages
A spirited historical romance where a fierce rivalry over a horse farm gallops into unexpected love and laughter.
What it feels like
This lively historical romance delivers a brisk, cheerful reading experience anchored in spirited rivalry and equestrian ambitions. Set against the backdrop of 1835 England, the narrative thrives on playful antagonism as two fiercely determined characters clash over a coveted racing stud farm. The tone is distinctly lighthearted and humorous, promising plenty of moments that will make you laugh out loud as the stubborn competitors fight down and dirty for their shared dream. Beneath the banter and the horse-breeding aspirations lies a warm emotional arc about returning home and discovering unexpected joy. It is a perfect fit for readers who delight in breezy, banter-heavy romances where fierce competition inevitably gives way to joyful, unexpected partnership.
- Mood
- cheerful
- lively
- romantic
- Tone
- humorous
- playful
- spirited
- lighthearted
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- rivalry to romance · finding home · shared passions · unexpected love
- The writing
- Breezy and humorous, focusing on lively banter and spirited clashes between strong-willed characters.
- The arc
- From fierce, stubborn rivalry over a shared dream to unexpected partnership and joyful romance.
- Who it's for
- Readers who love historical romances filled with fierce property rivalries, equestrian settings, and plenty of laughs.
About the book
Five years after Jason Sherbrooke leaves England for Baltimore and the Wyndhams (The Valentine Legacy), one of the premiere racing families in the area, he wakes up early one morning with Horace's ugly pug face staring him down, and knows it's time for him to go home.
Jason wants to breed and race horses, primarily his own Thoroughbred, Dodger, who's faster than a Baltimore pickpocket. When his twin, James, takes him to Lyon's Gate, a once-renowned racing stud farm near his family's home, Jason knows to his soul that this property is what he wants more than anything.
Unfortunately, Hallie Carrick (Night Storm) wants Lyon's Gate just as badly as Jason, and she's fully prepared to fight him down and dirty to get it.
Now life and fate take a hand, and the two of them end up with something neither expected.
Come to Lyon's Gate in 1835 England, visit with the Sherbrookes, and see Jason come back to the fullness and joy of life.
Prepare to laugh yourself silly.
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