Once More, Miranda

Once More Miranda is the best romance ever written. I have lost track of how many times I have read this..and I know that I will read it many many more times in the future. Anyone who reads this book is transformed by Miranda..and never forgets her.

Should you ever want to sample a little bit of every writer and author of any consequence in American and English literature, I would readily suggest, "Once More, Miranda." At the turn of every page, we happen upon either a historic character, such as Samuel Johnson, the brilliant but unruly and outspoken author of the first Dictionary of the English Language, or a style of writing long since abandoned in this day of pulp romance and penny-ante horror: classical Dickens abounds through out the story,and perhaps if you look hard enough you can find the clever placement of Chauncer and Thomas Moore as well. The characters are wonderful and witty, the story line is refreshing while being delightfully classic. This is one story, once started, that one simutaneously can not put down while wishing it would never end. Bravo to Ms. Wilde for this wonderful novel.

Despite the fact that it gives the impression that it is just another romance novel, Once More Miranda is a book like no other. I have read the book about 10 times during the late 80's, to early 90's. It's just that readable. I lost my copy in 1992 but hope to find another soon. I highly recommend to everyone who loves romance, historical romance, history or drama novels to read this one. It will touch your soul and you will never forget it.

Excellent! The first time I read the book was in 1988. I've read it three times then. Once you start reading it, you can't put it down. When I was reading the book, I actually "became" Miranda... A must read for everyone!!!

The excellent story of Miranda James, a wildcat and pickpocket who lived on the 18th century London streets. But when fate intervenes, Miranda is thrown together with writer, Cameron Gordon, bounded by law which starts a fiery relationship! This is one book you want to read and re-read.