Title: Where Passion Leads
Author: Lisa Kleypas
First published January 1, 1987
405 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9780451400499 (ISBN10: 0451400496)
Rating: 3.5
Overview
“YOUR BEAUTY IS UNMATCHED,” HE MURMURED, HOLDING HER CLOSE AND TRACING THE CURVES OF HER BODY WITH HIS FINGERTIPS. “YOU’RE PERFECT…” Rosalind is a young woman caught between two worlds – the luxurious lifestyle of the aristocrats and the simple life of her family.
When the notorious and charming rake, Lord Randall Berkeley, mistakes her for someone else and abducts her, Rosalind’s life takes a wild turn. As they navigate through the intricate web of danger and deceit, both Rosalind and Randall are unaware of the passion and love that is growing between them.
But can their love withstand the test of time and the challenges that come their way? Find out as you follow Rosalind and Randall on their journey to find true love and happiness in a world full of chaos and uncertainty.
About the Author
Lisa Kleypas has achieved great success as an author, having won the prestigious RITA award for her exceptional writing skills. Her novels have been translated into fourteen different languages, and have become international bestsellers.
Currently residing in Washington State, Lisa lives with her husband and two children.
Editoral Review
Lisa Kleypas is a well-established romance novelist, with a long career that has seen her publish dozens of popular works. One of her early novels, Where Passion Leads, stands out as a quintessential example of her trademark style – a mix of sweeping historical romance and sensuous, intellectually engaging prose.
Set in England in the early 19th century, the plot revolves around the tumultuous romance between Lady Margaret “Maggie” Halliwell and Rhys Winterborne, a rakish and ambitious self-made businessman. Despite coming from vastly different social classes, the two are drawn to each other with an intense passion that cannot be denied.
However, their love is threatened by a host of external factors, including Maggie’s overprotective family, the prejudices of society, and Rhys’ own troubled past. As is typical of Kleypas’ work, the main characters are vividly drawn and complex, with layers of emotional and psychological depth that make them feel like real people.
Maggie, in particular, is a strong and independent woman who defies the conventions of her time by pursuing what she desires – a trait that is all the more remarkable considering the era in which the book is set. The setting of Where Passion Leads is also richly evoked, with intricate details about the customs, dress, and manners of the period adding richness and authenticity to the narrative.
This attention to detail is a hallmark of Kleypas’ work, and it is what makes her novels so immersive and satisfying to read. However, despite its many strengths, Where Passion Leads is not without its flaws.
The pacing of the plot can be uneven at times, with some parts feeling slow and meandering while others move too quickly. Additionally, some of the secondary characters are underdeveloped, which can make it difficult to fully invest in their arcs.
Overall, though, Where Passion Leads is a fantastic read for fans of historical romance. Kleypas is a master of the genre, and this novel showcases her skills in all their glory.
If you’re looking for a steamy, delectable romance with sharp characterization and lush writing, this book is definitely worth your time. Rating: 4/5 stars.
While it’s not perfect, Where Passion Leads is a standout work that will leave you feeling thoroughly satisfied.
