Marrying the Marquis

by Patricia Grasso

Book Overview

Daughter of a wealthy duke, Blaze Flambeau has no shortage of gentlemen vying for her hand in marriage--yet all she desires is her independence. She'd much rather devote her energies to caring for her prized thoroughbred than to the fortune hunters who knock down her door. But her father is ready to see her wed, so he makes her a bargain: she may participate in the racing season only if she gives each suitor a fighting chance at her heart. One man,...

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0821780743
• ISBN13: 9780821780749
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Zebra Books
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 4.9" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Marrying The Marquis

Scotsman Ross MacArthur is not looking for a wife and Blaze Flambeau is not looking for a husband. Blaze's father has other ideas though. Blaze wants to win enough prize money racing thoroughbred horses to build an animal sanctuary. Ross may not have wanted a bride, but he cannot resist Blaze's fiery beauty and even spunkier personality. Danger circles the race tracks and surprises are around every corner. Blaze did not want a husband, however, she's getting one and now she wants him to love her. Will Blaze ever get what she wants? Blaze and her family are very unique, especially for the era they live in. They are individualistic and fairly accepting of each other's singularities. They are not your typical English snobs. Blaze is a champion of animals. Her kindness and compassion are admirable. Her convictions create many amusing moments for her where her wit shines brightly. Blaze's ability to communicate with animals is eerily intriguing, as is her sister's psychic talents. Ross won my heart from the moment he first watched Blaze from the window and smiled rather than ridicule her. I also loved watching Raven and Alexander's relationship develop as much as Ross and Blaze's, and I sincerely hope they get their own story. Marrying the Marquis is a distinctively different story with a delightful heroine. Nannette Reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed

Flambeau Sisters, Blaze's story

(Set in Newmarket, England.) Blaze Flambeau is one of seven illegitimate daughters of a penniless French countess and the Duke of Inverary "Magnus". With their mother deceased, the Flambeau sisters live with their father and their stepmother, Roxie. Each sister has a genetic gift. Blaze can communicate with animals. Magnus has given Blaze a filly named Pegasus "Peg". Blaze intends to race Peg and use her winnings to buy land for an animal refuge. Though Blaze has no intention to ever wed, Roxie is determined to do right by her stepdaughters. This time Roxie's target is Blaze. To that end, Roxie invites three bachelors to dinner and the games begin. The choices Blaze will have are between Dirk Stanley, the Earl of Boston, Ross MacArthur, the Marquis of Awe, and Prince Lykos Kazanov of Russia. Ross never thought he would ever fall in love; however, he soon finds himself partial to a lady with red hair, freckles, and noble causes. It is then Ross becomes determined to win Blaze's hand in marriage by fair means or foul. Things get dicey when someone desperate to win the Triple Crown begins harming jockeys, horses, and even Blaze. Ross, Blaze's family, and the legendary Constable Amadeaus Black pull their talents, wits, and resources to discover the villain's identity. ***** FIVE STARS! This story has several surprises in store for readers. Danger, suspense, betrayal, and humor combined to keep my eyes glued to the pages, eager to see what would happen next. I have high hopes that Raven Flambeau's story will be the next title's focus. (Raven's gift is as fascinating as Blaze's.) The author made this story even more adorable to me with the addition of odd animals, such as a deaf kitten. Then there are some very interesting secondary characters that I cannot mention or risk spoilers and revealing a surprise or two. I honestly believe this story by Patricia Grasso to be more sinful than chocolate! ***** Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.

Flamboyant Flambeau Regency romance

One of the Duke of Inverary's seven illegitimate daughters, Blaze Flambeau talks to animals. Her stepmom the Duchess has no problems with the eccentricity of talking with animals, but Roxie Campbell is upset that her stepdaughter has no plans to marry. Roxie wants everyone happy like she is so keeps sending her eligible young men. In spite of her indifference towards men, three males want Blaze. Her father offers her a deal she cannot refuse re the trio of suitors. However, only Scottish Marquis Ross MacArthur understands the way to Blaze's heart is through her animals; specifically her beloved Pegasus. He offers to train her horse to run in a race, which she accepts. When her jockey is killed, Blaze wears men's clothing to ride Pegasus; not understanding a killer plans to murder other jockeys. As Ross wins her heart, he must keep his beloved safe. The latest Flamboyant Flambeau Regency romance (see Tempting the Prince, Seducing the Prince and Enticing the Prince) is once again an engaging historical starring a unique heroine, an awesome male champion, and a courageous horse. The story line is fast-paced from the moment Ross concludes how to win the heart of Blaze is through Peg. Fans will enjoy the latest entry in the delightful Flambeau sisters' saga as Ross pushes all of Blaze's hot buttons including scandalous, as he rationalizes to himself that the end of making her his justifies the means. Harriet Klausner