American orphan Isobel Rowland learns she is the illegitimate daughter of an English aristocrat only when her father at last locates her and brings her to England. Her father intends to find her a husband, and if she can catch the interest of Alexander, Marquess of Hartforde, all the better. She hopes to continue her musical studies but finds it impossible unless she masquerades as a young gentleman. Alexander's interest in remarriage is close to nil, though he finds Miss Rowland intriguing. He is more than happy to act as patron to a promising American musician, Ian Rowland. When Alexander discovers that Ian and Isobel are the same person, their lives collide and before long, they have no choice but to marry and attempt to make a life together. Passion's Song was originally published in 1987 and is the first book I wrote. Other than correcting typographical errors in the original, this book stands as I wrote it in 1987. The back cover copy of the original book referred to a devilish duke, even though there was no duke in the story. I have refrained from the temptation to add one.
An early work that bares little resemblance to her later books.
Published by Anne Grime , 5 years ago
Quick synopsis only because there is not yet one here.
A sort of Cinderella story, American girl illtreated by wicked aunt and uncle, whisked off to England to be recognized as illegitimate grandchild of an Earl.
The whole American aspect seems irrelevant and the plot is somewhat facile. I KNOW that Ms Jewel can produce some complex characters but there are none here. This book strikes one as a very early writing attempt, which indeed it is. A pity.
I don’t recommend.
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