Pleasure for Pleasure

..but that is because they expect there to be a grand gesture the hero should make to the heroine. In real life there are no grand gestures, yet it can still be as magical and sexy as what we THINK we like about novels. I think people should read this book properly and that the way this book is summed up, is just a fraction of this book. ( I certainly did not expect Garrett to be as fun; does any other romantic hero dress... Read Full Review

Just discovered this author when I read Duchess in Love, I then purchased all four of the Essex sisters novels, it is such a difference when you read the books in order, most enjoy visiting with previous heroes & heroines to find out what has occurred in their lives. I hope that she continues the series with the children grown up. Catherine Coulter's bride series you also can not put down, for readers that enjoyed the Essex... Read Full Review

Every Eloisa James book is a delight, as she has a special talent for adding a touch of magic that makes each story and group of characters become more enchanting as the book before. This last installment in the Essex Sisters series is no different. It lives up to its name Pleasure for Pleasure, page for page. The whole Scottish Sausage storyline kicks off a domino effect of events that are fun, entertaining, and sexy, with... Read Full Review

I must admit that I generally like Eloisa James books. I find that they are more intelligent than the average historical romance and have a sly wit that I enjoy. The other reviewers objected to the fact that Mayne was in love with another woman for much of the book. But I thought James did an excellent job of illustrating why that love foundered. There was charm and admiration, but no real warmth in the relationship. ... Read Full Review