New York Times bestselling author Kathleen E. Woodiwiss debut romance… Birmingham courts scorn and peril when he abducts the beautiful fugitive from the tumultuous London dockside. But no power on Earth can compel him to relinquish his exquisite prize. For he is determined to make the sapphire-eyed lovely his woman. . .and to carry her off to far, uncharted realms of sensuous, passionate love.
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The first lady of modern historical romance, Kathleen Woodiwiss, with her first published novel. As I relate in my Bookbub author bio, The Flame and the Flower is the book that started it all for me and for the romance publishing industry, and began my own journey on the road to writing romance. I read F&F in November 1972–the month it was …
One of the pioneers of romance writing, she showed us how it was done! Her work continues to stand with current works as perennial favorites.
I can’t remember how it went right now but I know I love her writing.. My favorite one was “SHANARA”..
I read this book first years ago. And have reread it three times. Beautiful romantic book
One of my first historical romances I read. I was hooked from the very beginning. All of her books are wonderful
This is the first book in the series. A small abused woman, forced to do all the work for her lazy abusive aunt, thinks she has won her freedom by going away to the city. When she is suddenly kidnapped, she finally meets her destiny.
Loved it! One of the best books ever! Anyone who loves a good romance but haven’t read this book yet is missing a serious slice of their romantic pie! Lol I always recommend this author and book in particular. You can’t go wrong with this one!
One of my favorites by her. She really understands what gets me!
EI loved this
It was read awhile ago but I really liked it
I read this book when it was first printed many years ago. I loved it then and loved it again!
All of the above I have read this book in the past at lest 3 or 4 times. When I saw it on the list I said YES! Again.
This book had an exceptional plot and the characters were wonderful.
One of the first historical romances I ever read. I have read ALL of this authors books, often more than once.
Some of the story lines maybe outdated, but her writing is amazing.
Worth the time.
Kathleen was the author of the-first Romance novel I ever read. I have everyone of her books and have read them multiple times. I cried when she passed away and cherish every book of hers.
I loved this book many years ago and just re-read it. Now I’m on to the continuation of the Birmingham saga. Love all Kathleen Woodiwiss books, she always has strong wonderful characters!
Best author of roamance genre
I read this when it first came out way back when. I believe their ARE 3 in this set.
This author never disappoints. Loved these characters! An entrancing story!
Loved it