Lessons in French

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Laura Kinsale's unique and powerfully written love stories transcend the romance genre. In this, her first new book in five years, she delivers a poignant, funny, sexy, Regency romance sure to delight her many fans and attract a whole new readership. Trevelyan and Callie are childhood sweethearts with a taste for adventure, until the fateful day her father discovers them embracing in the carriage house and, in a furious frenzy, drives Trevelyan away in disgrace. Nine long, lonely years later, Trevelyan returns. Callie discovers that he can still make her blood race and fill her life with excitement, but he can't give her the one thing she wants more than anything-himself. For Trevelyan, Callie is a spark of light in a world of darkness and deceit. Before he can bear to say his last goodbyes, he's determined to sweep her into one last, fateful adventure, just for the two of them. Praise for Lessons in French: "Laura Kinsale creates magic. Her characters live, breathe, charm, and seduce, and her writing is as delicious and perfectly served as wine in a crystal glass." Lisa Kleypas "I loved it! Lessons in French is a delicious new Kinsale that couples the charm of Midsummer Moon with the intensity of Seize the Fire or The Shadow and the Star. Intrigue, drama, secrets, passion, and a grand romance make this a wonderful addition to Laura Kinsale's already excellent repertoire." Jennifer Ashley, USA Today bestselling author of The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie "A rich and rewarding romance from the legendary Laura Kinsale!"Mary Jo Putney, New York Times bestselling author of Loving a Lost Lord "A truly gifted writer, Laura Kinsale is one of the romance genre's brightest stars."Loretta Chase, New York Times bestselling author of Don't Tempt Me

Reviews

Lessons in French has everything a historical novel should have: history about the era, romance, peppered with a little suspense and wit. -- Everything Victorian and More
Lessons in French has everything a reader is looking for in historical romance. -- Thoughts from an Evil Overlord
Lessons in French was a lesson in life, love, and laughter for me... This wonderful novelist has been missing in action for the past five years and I, for one, am elated that she's returned. -- Once Upon a Romance
Lessons in French was such as sweet and quiet romance. -- Books Like Breathing

From one of the genre's much-admired historical authors... a worthy valentine for the season. -- BookPage

A beautiful love story about friendship and loss, loyalty and love. -- Leslie's Psyche
A bit of mystery, some exciting romps, and odd but lovable characters... absolutely yummy! -- Huntress Reviews
A classically romantic and elegant read. -- Barnes and Noble Heart to Heart
A definite gem of a book. -- Romance Rookie
A fun romp through Regency romance! -- My Ever Expanding Library
A fun, satisfying romance! -- Starting Fresh
A great read with a wonderful romance. -- My Over-Stuffed Bookshelf
A heartwarming love story... very reminiscent of Georgette Heyer. -- Scandalous Women
A lighthearted romantic romp. -- Mrs. Giggles
A lighthearted romp in the romance genre. -- Drey's Library
A lighthearted, romantic romp. -- BookPleasures.com
A perfect balance of drama and farce, weighty and trivial, darker and lighter. Whether you're new to Kinsale or a longtime fan, I encourage you to pick up Lessons In French. C'est l'amour! -- Alpha Heroes
A really sweet story of old lovers rediscovering each other. -- Chris' Book-a-Rama
A warm, witty historical romance that is sure to delight and captivate. -- Romance Junkies
A welcome return from Laura Kinsale. -- Reading Adventures
A wonderful addition to the genre. I sincerely hope Laura Kinsale doesn't leave such a long wait for her next romance! -- Medieval Bookworm
An adorable Regency story that is sure to tickle your fancy. -- Yankee Romance Reviewers
An entertaining tale... Welcome Back Ms. Kinsale! -- Cindy Reads Romance
An intriguing Regency romance. -- Genre Go Round Reviews
Charmingly written with such witty dialogue. -- Pudgy Penguin Perusals
Cute, lighthearted, and full of whimsy. -- Love Romance Passion
Cute, witty, with a bit of fun adventure, I recommend Lessons in French to those who'd enjoy reading a light romance. -- The Book Faery Reviews
Enchanting and completely charming! -- Seductive Musings
From the start of the book I fell in love with Callie and Trev. -- My Reading Room
Funny, clever, and laced with whimsy, this lighthearted charmer is pure magic; a surefire winner for all collections. A Starred Review! -- Library Journal
Giving LIF to someone feeling down or disheartened would be humanitarian service. -- Apprentice Writer
Heartbreaking, poetic, and desperately hopeful -- Lessons in French just might be Laura Kinsale's best yet. A Night Owl Romance Reviewer Top Pick -- Night Owl Romance
Her prose, as always is enjoyable and smooth, her history feels historical, and her setting seems fully realized. -- All About Romance
Intrigue, mystery, secrets, wit, misunderstandings, miscommunications, lots of drama and a grand, sweet romance. -- My Book Addiction and More
Kinsale is back in a big way. Her fans will not be disappointed with this one. -- Readin' and Dreamin'
Kinsale takes us on a journey of intrigue. -- Affaire de Coeur
Kinsale's gift for smart and effervescent dialogue is clearly evident. -- BookLoons.com
Laura Kinsale demonstrates her trademark wit, depth, detail and romanticism can serve a light-hearted historical romance just as well as they can with a darker one. -- Gossamer Obsessions
Laura Kinsale is an absolute star... the story is beautiful. -- She Read a Book
Laura Kinsale spins such a fine web of a story, you find yourself ensnared from page one with no desire to be let go. -- Wendy's Minding Spot
One of the most beloved authors of the genre returns with a lighthearted, joyous love story... [Readers] will delight in the engaging characters, Kinsale's sparkling sense of humor and the pure joy of reading a romance crafted by a master. -- The Romantic Times
Playful and amusing. -- Romance Reader at Heart
Plenty of light-hearted humor, and also some serious events, making this lovingly written story pure enjoyment. -- Romance Reviews Today
Smart and witty and adorable. -- Musings of a Bibliophile
The characters crackle with energy and life. -- Coffee Time Romance
This is a novelist who knows how to capture readers and write only keepers. -- Rakehell
Twenty pages into reading, I stopped and thought, this is the reason I read historical romance. Welcome back Laura, we've missed you dearly -- Babbling About Books and More
You will laugh, you will cry, you will sigh - you really can't ask for more. -- All About the {n}

Author Bio

Laura Kinsale, a former geologist, is the New York Times bestselling author of Flowers from the Storm, The Prince of Midnight, and Seize the Fire. She and her husband divide their time between Santa Fe and Dallas.