A Kiss in the Dark

As a history teacher and an avid reader, I was pleased with the historical accuracy of the novel. At a time when social class was determined by birth, street children were dispensable. Ms. Logan has done her research! Her work accurately depicts the times without "getting in the way" of the mystery. A love story that confronts social class is timeless - if you have doubts, look at the press releases re: Prince Albert of Monaco and his stewardess lover. I am looking forward to reading more from this "new" author.

A Kiss in the Dark is a definite keeper--a fabulous debut by new author Kimberly Logan. It's no surprise that this book won RWA's Golden Heart award. The plot and characters seemed fresh, the pace was quick, and it was a totally engrossing read. Deirdre and Tristan are characters who will stay with you, long after you finish the book. Highly recommended!

One of the best historical romances I've read in years. I was hooked from the beginning. Great characters with lots of suspense and romance. Hard to put down.

In this fresh and original novel, Kimberly Logan has created two characters that you will not forget. Tristan and Deidre are worlds apart but come together for a common purpose. From the first meeting, sparks fly between them and Logan sustains the tension throughout the novel. I love the contrast in settings, between the London ton and the London underworld. Logan's attention to detail and poignant portrayal of the downtrodden would make Dickens proud. Excellent read. I can't wait for the next!

Tristan Knight, the Earl of Ellington had heard rumors regarding the notorious widow the Viscountess Rotherby, so when his butler suggested he seek her help in locating his runaway sister he hesitated, but nearly at the end of his rope with no where else to turn, he finally did seek her out. Assuming the worst sort of jaded woman he was quite amazed when his preconceived notions, based on gossip and innuendo, found him facing a beautiful and regally composed young woman instead of the shrewish golddigger he'd conjured up in his mind. Tristan was even more surprised that even in his stressed and desperate circumstances, her very presence aroused in him an intense physical awareness that no woman ever had before. Deirdre Wilks, the Viscountess Rotherby, was not born to the privileged life she now led, quite the contrary. Her first meeting with the Earl of Ellington, was for her, a life defining moment. It had been 13 long years but she could never forget the handsome young man with the violet eyes holding his dying mother in his arms, and long buried memories came rushing back as she waited to be unmasked. Fearing the recognition which would surely lead to his contempt, she wanted only to be rid of him and refused him her assistance. After a sleepless night, realizing that she was a child when he'd last seen her on that fateful day - she was compelled to help -- she owed him! Deirdre then became his guide through the shadowy alleyways of Tothill Fields, a very dangerous area of the city. Using her contacts they would try to discover information in finding his sister. Forming an uneasy truce, the undeniable chemistry between them grew and although totally intrigued by the woman, Tristan was more than curious over her familiarity with the seedy side of London. As their passion grew, a very old and dangerous enemy from Deidre's past resurfaced in her life that could destroy her newly forged love affair as her past came back to haunt her. *** This was an awfully good and original read! It was written with an amazing level of intensity and feeling that my heart was pumping furiously with both the palatable passion and the keen sense of danger infused in the story. Deirdre was a beautifully crafted heroine who the reader will immediately want to stand up and cheer for as well as her hero Tristan. The skillfully created secondary characters - members of the Rag Tag gang (Benji will just steal your heart) - also added a wonderful depth of caring and amusement and as Deirdre took them into her heart, the readers, I'm sure, will follow suit. This was not a typical light regency read and is most certainly worthy of the RWA's 2004 Golden Heart award! --- I heartily recommend to all lovers of historical romances to discover this new talent in this genre.