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What an Earl Wants (Sinclairs, Bk 1)
What an Earl Wants - Sinclairs, Bk 1
Author: Shirley Karr
What's a lord to do?
— The devilishly attractive Earl of Sinclair is having trouble holding onto servants, what with so many of them pairing up and running off to be wed. Luckily, his able new secretary, J. Quincy, seems scrupulously loyal, and possesses the invaluable ability to flawlessly forge the master's signature. B...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780060742300
ISBN-10: 0060742305
Publication Date: 1/1/2005
Pages: 384
Rating:
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
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3.9 stars, based on 66 ratings
Publisher: Avon
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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reviewed What an Earl Wants (Sinclairs, Bk 1) on + 28 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 5
Jo Quincy will do what it takes to keep her family safe, healthy and together. Even if it means cutting her hair, wearing trousers and pretending to be a man to earn wages. But her father taught her to keep books and manage accounts, so she's more than qualified to be a secretary.

Benjamin Sinclair, the Earl of Sinclair, is still trying to recover from war injuries while trying to keep his servants. Can he trust this new secretary with his accounts, with his household staff, or with his heart?

This is the first Shirley Karr book I've ever read and I'm now a big fan. I enjoyed every second of this book, it kept me engaged. I was laughing at the comedy of a man trying not to notice a woman dressed as a man in front of other men or women for that matter. I was proud of the sense of honor, respect and duty in the primary characters that made them so likable. I was sad for the changes (physical and emotional) that shaped the hero and heroine, making them each believe they were unworthy and unlovable. I was delighted to see them both open up, trust and bond with each other as friends and then as passionate lovers. This books is a true page-turner, filled with tenderness, wit, charm, sensuality and sass.
reviewed What an Earl Wants (Sinclairs, Bk 1) on + 7 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Absolutely loved this book. I read this one twice. About a girl dressed as a young man posing as a secretary. The Earl eventually finds out that hse is a woman. Sinclar, the Earl keeps her on so that she might help him go over his financials. A budding romance comes between them. Very funny anecdotes between them. A must read
j4smine avatar reviewed What an Earl Wants (Sinclairs, Bk 1) on + 31 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
S-L-O-W and very PG rated.
dutchess777 avatar reviewed What an Earl Wants (Sinclairs, Bk 1) on + 70 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Wonderful story. I'm very glad I read this book.
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reviewed What an Earl Wants (Sinclairs, Bk 1) on + 73 more book reviews
Ok book. A little slow sometimes, but a nice read.
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The story was...cute. I enjoyed the verbal sparring between Sinclair and Quincy and their blossoming relationship was quite believable. The antics of the secondary characters made for an enjoyable read, as well.

However, I soon tired of Jo's "masquerade" when it was evident to me only a few chapters in that almost everyone who met her acquaintance saw right through her disguise.

A light easy read that most would enjoy.
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This was the first Shirley Karr and it was great! I'm always hesitant to try a new author and the only reason I chose this one because the person I was trading with (Box o Books is great!) had this book.

I loved the plot (who doesn't love the boss/secretary scenario??) and the book is really sweet. There is a lot of stares, sighs, kisses, and some touching, but no sex. It's a good PG-rated romance.

It's definately worth a read.

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