Felice
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4.6 • 15 Ratings
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- $6.99
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- $6.99
Publisher Description
Winner-NTRWA Carolyn Reader's Choice Award
When beautiful shipping heiress Felicité Marielle Christiane Andrews finally returns to New Orleans after two years abroad, she does not expect to come face to face with the man she cannot forget—or to find him more captivating than ever. Now she must remind herself that she:
Lives a fabulous life in England
Is engaged to marry a fine man of nobility
Cannot allow the wicked Cajun back into her life…
…But indeed, she does.
Charismatic René Thibodeaux, illegitimate son of a voodoo witch, has worked hard to rise above his poverty-stricken bayou youth. He’s put his thieving and womanizing days behind him and earned a high-ranking position at Felice’s father’s company. Seeing her again only intensifies his longing for her—and his deep remorse for his past foolishness. But despite his success, he must remind himself:
He is unworthy of Felice in every way
She is forbidden fruit
He will do anything to win her—even risk his life…
“An extremely promising writer of American historical romance.”
—Booklist on Josette
“Gripped me from the opening page…kept me reading long into the night.”
—Jodi Thomas on Alanna
“A story to be savored.”
—Publishers Weekly on Celine
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Forbidden romance between the heiress to a shipping fortune and a Cajun man drives Roth's beguiling Bayou Bad Boys series debut (after Josette). In 1859, Felice Andrews returns to New Orleans after years abroad accompanied by Mayhew Rutherford, Marquess of Ainsworth, who intends to ask her father for permission to marry her. Upon arrival at her brother Michel's shipping office, Felice encounters Ren Thibodeaux, the man who broke her heart three years before and now works for Michel. The attraction between Felice and Ren reawakens as Felice assists her brother with the company's bookkeeping. Though Ren is proud of his business accomplishments, having risen above his humble beginnings as the illegitimate son of a voodoo priestess, he still believes that Felice is too good for him. But as the relationship between Felice and Mayhew crumbles, Felice seeks solace in Ren 's arms and discovers that their time apart has not lessened the fire between them. The world of antebellum New Orleans is well-rendered and immersive, and will draw readers in from the very first page. With its strong heroine and themes of enduring love, this sweet story will appeal to fans of historical romance who want a break from Regency England.
Customer Reviews
Felice
Rene and Felice's story is an amazing journey. As someone who adores history it was good to get the feel of what life was like in the mid 1800's. I could not put the book down till I finished it. The book was action packed with many unexpected twists and turns. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it. You won't be disappointed ....April H Jacksonville FL
Felice
Well written characters. Well edited. Wished for more of the H’s thoughts about Felice early in the book. But it wasn’t distracting as he obviously had strong feelings for her. We got more from him later in the story. I enjoyed all the characters; all were well developed.
Fabulous Cajun Romance!
Another fabulous journey to a romantic destination with fiery characters and an exciting pace. The action and romance are abundant, passionate and intriguing. Kathleen Bittner Roth always develops characters that are well rounded and multifaceted, capturing accents and authentic period motifs. Sultry Rene and spunky Felice do not disappoint. The push and pull of their story, set in Cajun Country, with culinary references, splendid settings, and a hot scene or 2 at an ice cream shop, sets up a feast for the senses. The plot is clever and comes full circle. Felice is a lovely romance to take you away and whisk you to another time and place. Enjoy Felice! I received an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.