Pauleen W. (hauoli) - , reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 28 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 19
Lovely, deep sigh... that's all I could do as I finished this book by Teresa Medeiros.
Gabriel Fairchild has returned from the Royal Navy a scarred, hard man. Thinking that his "love" ran away from him upon seeing his wounds and loss of sight, HE runs away to the country, denouncing all civility, family and friends.
Samantha Wickersham is determined to nurse Gabriel back to the proud, honorable, dashing young man he was before the war. Her fortitude, wit and integrity help her to heal his wounds, salve his soul and teach him to live (and love) again.
Together Samantha and Gabriel prove that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, even a blind beholder. And that love conquers all.
This book is intensely passionate, with strong characters, a tender story-line and a touch of mischief. By the end of the first chapter, I was so captivated by the hero and heroine that I couldn't put the book down.
Gabriel Fairchild has returned from the Royal Navy a scarred, hard man. Thinking that his "love" ran away from him upon seeing his wounds and loss of sight, HE runs away to the country, denouncing all civility, family and friends.
Samantha Wickersham is determined to nurse Gabriel back to the proud, honorable, dashing young man he was before the war. Her fortitude, wit and integrity help her to heal his wounds, salve his soul and teach him to live (and love) again.
Together Samantha and Gabriel prove that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, even a blind beholder. And that love conquers all.
This book is intensely passionate, with strong characters, a tender story-line and a touch of mischief. By the end of the first chapter, I was so captivated by the hero and heroine that I couldn't put the book down.
Tonia B. (theblackpearl) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 44 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 12
I read this book in one day and enjoyed every minute of it. It has the classic "Beauty and The Beast" theme which happens to be a favorite of mine. Samantha was a spunky heroine who's quick wit and spunk made her the perfect match for her impatient patient. Gabriel was a hero to be adored. Unlike most "wounded" heroes who choose to sulk and mope about - Gabriel's defense was witty sarcasm and a beastly temper. He was a complete ass and I simply adored him!
I found myself laughing out loud several times throughout the book and even came close to shedding a tear or two.
Highly Recommended!
I found myself laughing out loud several times throughout the book and even came close to shedding a tear or two.
Highly Recommended!
Helpful Score: 10
Re-read again and found my self drawn to each character as if it was my first read. Beautifully done. Really enjoy the story builds up, a beautifully and unexpected surprise.
a MUST read
a MUST read
Helpful Score: 7
A good read. The twist in the middle will surprise the unwary. Love is blind would be a good sub-title for this story.
Katherine S. (kathyk519) -
Helpful Score: 7
Such a great love story - makes you sigh and your heart smile. I have recently discovered Teresa Medeiros and I have yet to find a story that I don't like. A wonderful writer - you truly feel the love the characters have for one another. These two characters, Gabriel and Sammantha are absolutely wonderful - the romantic tension was unbearable at times, but truly a story worth reading. The story has a kind of Beauty & the Beast and Jane Eyre feel to it - but with a twist! I highly recommend it!
Helpful Score: 3
Great book, it's the first one I've read by this author and am looking forward to reading more by her. This story hooked me from the very beginning, and I finished it in record time. Gabriel's injury has turned him into a beast to all around him and wanting to wallow in his own misery. Samantha comes into his life to help him find the light and help him learn to live again. I found myself laughing outloud quite a few times while reading the dialoge between Samantha & Gabriel and found myself getting a little impatient with them at times because of their own stubborness. All the secondary characters are well written and only add to the story and plot. The few twists in this story kept me going and wanting to see how the HEA could happen.
This book is definately a keeper
This book is definately a keeper
Jennifer M. (Jenmonaco) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 74 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Loved it!!!
I loved this book!
Helpful Score: 1
I am a hard judge on romances. They need humor, good story line, engaging characters, and well-written romance. This one meets all the criteria. Enjoy the story; I definitely did!
Robin M. (robinmy) -
Helpful Score: 1
After Naval Officer Gabriel Fairchild is injured in battle, leaving him blind and scarred, he is abandoned by his fiancee. Retreating to his family's mansion, Gabriel locks himself away from those he loves. Prim Samantha Wickersham takes the position of nurse when she arrives at Fairchild Park. After meeting Gabriel who acts like a beast toward her, Samantha knows she has her work cut out for her. As Gabriel and Samantha engage in a battle of wills, she tries to drive him out of his self pity and give him back his independence.
This is a wonderful Beauty and the Beast story. Both Samantha and Gabriel are characters you want to root for. In addition, the secondary characters are well-rounded and a great addition to this story. My rating: 4.5 Stars.
This is a wonderful Beauty and the Beast story. Both Samantha and Gabriel are characters you want to root for. In addition, the secondary characters are well-rounded and a great addition to this story. My rating: 4.5 Stars.
Helpful Score: 1
romance....nice easy reading
Eileen B. (romanceaddict) -
Helpful Score: 1
This is the first book I've read by Medieros and I loved it! The story plot was pretty original and the writing was great. There didn't seem to be any dragging, she kept the plot moving along, and I wanted to keep reading. If life didn't intrude, I would have read this in one sitting:)
Sherrill H. (ArashiJun) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 58 more book reviews
This one was a good read.
very enjoyable. the author is good with her dialogue..interesting plot
I really enjoyed this book. Very well written characters and an enchanting story.
This author never fails to deliver a touching love story, with an ending that will bring you to tears.
This book is a bit different. A story line of a man who loses his site and his love. Without giving away a HUGE twist in the story, which rocked.... I will say that it that is an extreemely romantic story, that you do not want to miss!!!! In case you don't like h/h seperations, the h/h do get seperated at the end.
Rachel H. (scrapbooker) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 147 more book reviews
Good book - quick read!
Elizabeth M. (betsybug) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 9 more book reviews
This was my first book by Mederios that I tried, and I have to say (even loving vampires and the paranormal) that this was the best I have read so far. It was not your typical nurse-the-hero-back-to-health-with-love story, and that made it well worth the time.
One of the best romance stories I have ever read.
Marjana K. (kalynnick) -
I LOVE this book, is keeper for me. I loved both the H/H. They were strong and very loveable characters. I can totally understand why the heroin did what she did and said to the hero for him to prove her that he was worthy of her. Later when she realizes how foolish it was of her to say that to the hero, she owns up to it and help the hero out.
I would highly recommend this book to historical romance lovers.
I would highly recommend this book to historical romance lovers.
There is something familiar about his nurse. Gabriel Fairchild has gone blind in the service of his country, but he is hardly resigned to it. He blunders through his house like a bull in a china shop. He has chased off nurses by the score, but Samantha Wickersham is different-- she seems un-scareoffable. And there's something familiar about her that Gabriel just can't quite put his finger on. And she's very soft and warm... and did Gabriel mention familiar?
Diana C. (princessdiana34691) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 361 more book reviews
sweet read. triumph over tragedy.
This book was absolutely wonderful. First read by this author, and I will be reading more of her in the future. It was heartwrenching and beautiful. I've been trying to pick books from the All About Romance top 100 list. This one wasn't on it, but I picked it up at a thrift shop. And am I ever glad I did. :) I'm not sure if I'm posting this one, it may have to go on my "keeper shelf"! (sigh)
Kristina C. (katcurtis) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 121 more book reviews
A wonderful romance. Perfect.
Her books are always just such a fun, great read. This is no exception.
A great read. Could not put it down.
Dawn R. (godblessourhome) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 518 more book reviews
hero returns from war blinded, fiancee deserts him, young nurse comes to care for him. mostly predictable, but there is a curve ball in this story that i didn't expect. it was an enjoyable story.
Not as good as her paranormals but still a good read.
Quick easy reading romance. Again, strong heroine, tortured hero. Favorite set up of mine.
Enjoyed reading this book very much.
A great read!
The whole book was good, but the last few chapters were great.
A quick read, just when you thought you knew the ending, there's a twist!
I really enjoyed this story. It was a great read.
Kept me guessing there was more to the story until the very end. Loved it!!
Great read!
Typical Regency Historical Romance. Nice, light reading, fun characters. I enjoyed it.
Both hero and heroine were intriguing in this twisted tale, similar to Beauty and the Beast. a storyline as old as time, but Medeiros gives it uniqueness in it's script. The secondary characters from servent to family add depth to this story also. A good read!
Fairly entertaining read. Medeiros tells the story of a scarred military hero and his nurse who helps him find life worth living again. It was predictable but the love story developed in a believable manner. Teresa Medeiros writes kind of tepid love scenes which is a bit of a disappointment. A pleasant book but nothing memorable.
Jackie S. (MistyBlue913) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 149 more book reviews
A very good book set in old England about a war hero who lost his sight, his fiancee', and his hope for the future. His new nurse engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wit and wills. She puts the light back into his world.
This book was good. Set back in the 1800. Love, war, self pity, lost love and found love. I liked this story very much. Great ending!!
Toby D. (bookswapper) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 188 more book reviews
Sad tale involving a naval officer that lost his sight and a woman that is hired as his nurse.
Earl and naval hero Gabriel Fairchild lost his sight, fallen-angel good looks and fiancée after the battle of Trafalgar, only to acquire tart-tongued nurse Samantha Wickersham, a young woman with a shadowy past who refuses to let Gabriel sink into self-pity.
I enjoyed the book but not as much as her earlier novels.
I enjoyed the book but not as much as her earlier novels.
Kelly C. (IrishKelly) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 154 more book reviews
great read!
Medeiros doesn't disappoint!
Staely mansions, Londons elite, a hero who has lost his eye site....
This was another of Teresa Medeiros's books that kept me up many a night reading it! Tender, funny, loving, and wonderful ending.
Krishawna S. (kstewart) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 19 more book reviews
LOVED LOVED LOVED this book!! I read it twice. I just fell in love with the story and the characters. It is a must read and I would recommend it to anyone!
I really liked this book. From the back (paraphrased): Gabriel's valor during battle earns him the reputation as a hero, but costs him his sight and the fiancee he adored. He was one of London's elite but now he's secluded himself in his family's mansion cursing his way through days and darker nights. Prim nurse Samantha arrives to find her new charge acting more like a beast than a man but she's determined to do her duty and engages him in a battle of wit and wills. After some time together they both discover that some secrets and some pleasures are best explored in the dark...
Sherri H. (mamadoodle) -
Incredible romance. Read it in one sitting. You will not be disappointed.
Loved it!
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero, but costs him both his sight and his hope for the future. Abandoned by the financee he adored, the man who once walked like a prince among LOondon's elite secludes himself in his family's mansion, cursing his way through dark days and darker nights.
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man.
As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secret-and some pleasures-are best explored in the dark.
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man.
As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secret-and some pleasures-are best explored in the dark.
A Victorian romance in which not everyone is exactly who they seem to be . . .
From back cover:
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero, but costs him both his sight and his hope for the future. Abandoned by the fiancee he adored, the man who once walked like a prince among London's elite secludes himself in his family's mansion, cursing his way through dark days and darker nights.
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man. Determined to do her duty, she engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wit and wills. Although he claims she doesn't possess an ounce of womanly softness, she can feel his heart racing at her slightest touch. As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secrets -- and some pleasures -- are best explored in the dark ...
From back cover:
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero, but costs him both his sight and his hope for the future. Abandoned by the fiancee he adored, the man who once walked like a prince among London's elite secludes himself in his family's mansion, cursing his way through dark days and darker nights.
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man. Determined to do her duty, she engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wit and wills. Although he claims she doesn't possess an ounce of womanly softness, she can feel his heart racing at her slightest touch. As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secrets -- and some pleasures -- are best explored in the dark ...
Carol T. (anjeleyes) - reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 111 more book reviews
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man. Determined to do her duty, she engages the arrogant earl ina battle of both wit and wills. she has a secret that could destroy him and her.
Teresa G. (tgriffis) -
Great book!
Blind from the war and feeling betrayed by his love, Gabriel hides away in his mansion. Nurse Samantha is determined to change this beast back into a man with new-found light in his darkness.
Blind from the war and feeling betrayed by his love, Gabriel hides away in his mansion. Nurse Samantha is determined to change this beast back into a man with new-found light in his darkness.
Stephanie B. (angelrose) reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 17 more book reviews
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero,but costs him both his sifth and his hope for the future, abandoned by the fiancee he adored the man once walked like a prince anomg london's elite secludes himslef in his famil's mansion cursing his way through dark days and darker nights,prin nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at fairchild park to find her new charge behavin more like a beast than a man determined to do her duty she engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wit and wills
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero, but costs him both his sight and his hope for the future. Abandoned by the fiancee' he adored, the man who once walked like a prince among London's elite secludes himself in his family's mansion, cursing his way through dark days and darker nights. But prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man. Determined to do her duty, she engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wit and wills. Although he claims she doesn't possess an ounce of womanly softness, she can feel his heart racing at her slightest touch. As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secrets- and some pleasures-are best explored in the dark...
A great read!
A great read!
Arlene M. (okiegrannie) - , reviewed Yours Until Dawn (Fairleigh Sisters, Bk 3) on + 97 more book reviews
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero, but costs him both his sight and his hope for the future. Abandoned by the fiancee he adored, the man who once walked like a prince among London'd elite, secludes himself in his family's mansion, cursing his way through dark days and darker nights.
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero, but costs him both his sight and his hope for the future. Abandoned by the fiancee he adored, the man who once walked like a prince among London's elite secludes himself in his family's mansion, cursing his way through dark days and darker nights.
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man. Determined to do her duty, she engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wits and wills. Although he claims she doesn't possess an ouce of womanly softness, she can feel his heart racing at her slightest touch. As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secrets-and some pleasures-are best explored in the dark...
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man. Determined to do her duty, she engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wits and wills. Although he claims she doesn't possess an ouce of womanly softness, she can feel his heart racing at her slightest touch. As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secrets-and some pleasures-are best explored in the dark...
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero,but costs him both his sight and his hope for the future.Abandoned by the fiancee he adored, the man who once walked like a prince among London's elite secludes himself in his family's mansion,cursing his way through dark days and darker nights.
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man. Determined to do her duty, she engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wit and wills.Although he claims she doesn't possess an ounce of womanly softness, she can feel his heart racing at her slightest touch.As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secrets-and some pleasures-are best explored in the dark.......
Prim nurse Samantha Wickersham arrives at Fairchild Park to find her new charge behaving more like a beast than a man. Determined to do her duty, she engages the arrogant earl in a battle of both wit and wills.Although he claims she doesn't possess an ounce of womanly softness, she can feel his heart racing at her slightest touch.As Samantha begins to let the light back into Gabriel's life and his heart, they both discover that some secrets-and some pleasures-are best explored in the dark.......
A fast paced Medeiros - very interesting historical romance. Set in Regency England. Back cover has a small section of the upper left corner torn away.
