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Sonnet, Nov 2000, 6.50, 419 pp.
ISBN: 0743410548
Viscount Treyhorn, Grayson Rutledge, knows it will take a lifetime or more to overcome his now deceased father's wicked ways. Even in death, Grayson's sire managed to cause a scandal after being found with the governess. Still, Grayson's biggest concern is the well being of his six-year old daughter, Ariane, suffering from the trauma of her mother's death. She is now unable to speak. To that end, he has hired Helene de Severs, who has had great success helping children heal through her expertise in psychiatrics.
When Helene arrives at Grayson's estate, he is shocked to realize she is Helene Middleton, his first and perhaps only true love. As Grayson and Helene work closely trying to reach Ariane, their once youthful feelings blossoms into a deep and enduring adult love for one another. However, not only does their love jeopardize their attempts to assist Ariane, someone dangerous lurks in the shadows willing to insure that nothing come of this budding relationship.
BEAUTY LIKE THE NIGHT is an enchanting Victorian romance that will enrapture fans of the sub-genre. The story line provides readers with insight into the nineteenth century, notably the rise of the new sciences such as psychiatrics. Grayson is a heroic person struggling to do what is best for his family, especially his beloved child, even as he falls in love. Helene is an intrepid person confronting her love for Grayson vs. Ariane's needs. Although the subplot of external danger is not needed to further this strong historical romance, the audience will recognize that Liz Carlyle has written a stimulating story worth reading.
Harriet Klausner
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Harriet Klausner, Resident Scholar
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Ratings are on a 1-10 scale (Low to High)
Plot
Time/era of story
- 19th century
Who:
- daughter
Caretaker, in love with
Yes
Falling in love with
- Nanny
Children/Pregnancy
Yes
Children/Pregnancy:
- kid(s) make adults sensitive
Family focus?
Yes
Family, loving
Yes
Main Male Character
Profession/status:
- unemployed
Age/status:
- 20's-30's
How sexual is this person?
- very picky
How romantic is this person?
- very romantic
Sex has good effect on him
Yes
Sex makes him
- sensitive
How sensitive is this character?
- sensitive to others' feelings
Sense of humor
- Mostly serious with occasional humor
Intelligence
- Average intelligence
Physique
- average physique
Main Female Character
Age/status:
- 20's-30's
Profession/status:
- doctor/medical
How sexual is this person?
- very picky
How romantic is this person?
- very romantic
effect of sexing
- confused
Sex has bad effect on her
Yes
How sensitive is this character?
- sensitive to others' feelings
Sense of humor
- Mostly serious with occasional humor
Intelligence
- Average intelligence
Physique
- average physique
Setting
Europe
Yes
European country:
- England/UK
City?
Yes
City:
- London
Misc setting
- Fancy Mansion
Style
Person
- mostly 3rd
Accounts of torture and death?
- no torture/death
What % of story is romance related?
- 70%
Sex in book?
Yes
What kind of sex:
- vague references
- descript of kissing
Focus of story
- equally on him and her
Consequences of sex
- pregnancy fears
How much dialog
- roughly even amounts of descript and dialog
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