The Flame and the Flower
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4.4 • 601 Ratings
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- $4.99
Publisher Description
New York Times bestselling author Kathleen E. Woodiwiss debut romance…
The Flower
Doomed to a life of unending toil, Heather Simmons fears for her innocence—until a shocking, desperate act forces her to flee. . . and to seek refuge in the arms of a virile and dangerous stranger.
The Flame
A lusty adventurer married to the sea, Captain Brandon 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.
Customer Reviews
For what it is, it’s well written
Of course the actions of the male character in this book are appalling by modern standards— however, this is a theme prevalent in historical romance fiction and there’s a reason for it— it sells — by women, who don’t condone rape and would never wish to be raped. I get it, not your cup of tea— so don’t read historical romance fiction.
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My mother recommended this book to me as it has always been one of her favorites. It also seemed fitting to read the book proclaimed as the first of the historical romance genre as pioneered by Mrs. Woodiwiss. After reading it, I understood how it could be responsible for this. It is now one of my all time favorites. The main characters, Heather and Brandon are well fleshed out with distinct personalities that create great sexual tension and drama. It is wonderful that Woodiwiss continues their story 25 years later in "The Elusive Flame", starring their son, Beau and themselves. I reread "The Flame and the Flower" every year, I love it so much. It's become a close friend.
Top in my top favorites.
Great author, Kathleen E. Woodiwiss's greatest book. I can never read this Cinderella story enough. The best Cinderella story out there.