The Man Who Would Be King

this is a GREAT series, i really enjoyed all of the books **Harlequin Intrigue** These characters conquer everything from kidnappings to murder mysteries, only to find themselves irresistibly drawn to one another!

Author Linda Turner premiers the new twelve-book adventure Romancing the Crown with THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING. Fans of last years' series FIRSTBORN SONS will welcome the return of the influence of Montebello where lives and hearts are transformed. THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING kicks off this year's series with proof that the missing Prince Lucas Sebastiani, the firstborn of King Marcus and Queen Gwendolyn of Montebello and heir to the throne, still lives. When proof of the prince's survival falls into the hands of reporter Eliza Windmere, she begins an odyssey that will change her life forever.Moments before King Marcus announces his successor, given his son's presumed death, Eliza bursts into the palace with proof that Prince Lucas survived his plane crash. The King asks Duke Lorenzo Sebastiani to reopen the investigation. Lorenzo's animosity toward Eliza is understandable, as he believes she seeks nothing but headlines. Nevertheless, he agrees to accompany Eliza back to Colorado to personally investigate the site where new evidence has been found. In return for granting Eliza an exclusive, she agrees to protect the details of the investigation until Lucas can be found. Turner pens a lively romance in THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING. Eliza's determination to gain access to the King and Queen's palace as well as her ethical handling of the facts of the pursuit lend her a strength of character that is at once entrancing and admirable. As Lorenzo's irritation gives way to attraction, his transformations are delightful. Further, one of the best scenes of the books is when he buys "new" clothes at Goodwill so that he can go undercover. Turner's skill at bringing these scenes to life gives the text a vivacious flair.The first book of such a broad sweeping series must, by necessity, include the tidbits that pave the way for subsequent books. Turner successfully blends many telling tidbits into her narrative, rising to the challenge without loosing the pace and impetus that keeps her own story moving a sound clip with only one or to slight pauses. The fascinating hints at future players and intrigue will certainly keep this reviewer interested in upcoming additions. Highly recommended.

First of all, in order to fully get involved in the story, I recommend first reading "The Firstborn Sons" series. The series includes:"Born To Protect", "Born of Passions","Born In Secret",and "Born Royal". The foundation of the new/upcoming series is built here.WOW!! Linda Turner really knows how to capture the readers attention so that they're hooked into reading this book. It's part of an upcoming series called, Romancing The Crown. This is my second LT book and I label her as a keeper.In this story, we are introduced to Lorenzo, a Duke and next to inherit the throne, and Eliza, a reporter who is a journalist with a big heart. The two join forces to investigate the crash and dissappearance of the heir and prince of a country. They follow one lead after the other and along the way they fall in love. Of course neither one is aware of this until almost the end. Do they find the prince?? Get your hands on a copy of the book. TODAY!!LT is a great writer who makes the characters so real, you begin to feel as if they are friends of yours. I loved this book and I was sorry when I reached the end. I am looking forward to the next installment. I am also going to order a few more of Linda Turner's books today. Happy Reading!!