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Jewel (Avon Historical Romance)
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Rating:  - An unexpected love
Jewel Crowley had pretty much resigned herself to being a spinster, caring only for her father and brothers, tending to their needs for the rest of her life. Eli Grayson, the town's most notorious Lothario, has never been interested in having a wife. But when the success of a major business deal is dependent on his marital status, Eli has no choice but to produce a wife. The first person that comes to mind is Jewel. Anxious to secure the deal, Eli asks Jewel to pose as his wife. She scoffs at the idea, but eventually gives in.
Jewel and Eli find themselves unable to resist the passion that sparks uncontrollably between them. And before long, a marriage that is supposed to be in name only turns into an unexpected love. Their love is put to the test, though, when a blast from Eli's past blows into town, bringing with it trouble and strife.
I've been an avid romance reader since my early teens, but since I am not a history buff, I shied away from any novel that was historical in nature. A dear friend urged me to give Beverly Jenkins a try, and even gave me my first set of Mrs. Jenkins novels. I was hooked from the very first read and eagerly anticipate each and every story written by this very talented author.
Even though romance novels have to follow a certain plot structure, it is amazing what Mrs. Jenkins can do with that formulaic storyline. Not only does she turn it into a history lesson, but also a beautiful love story between strong characters. Even the staunchest critic of the romance genre would have a hard time not approving of her stories.
Renee Williams, All the Buzz
Rating:  - Jewel....just Ok.
I am a huge BJ Fan and i have read all of her books with the exception of indigo, and the new one wild sweet love. When i saw jewel i got really excited, but for some reason i feel like although the book was nice it was missing something, you know that bj flair that leaves satisfied and yearning for more. It didn't measure up to its predecessors. the book was enjoyable don't get me wrong, but it was just OK. As someone who has read her other books and fell in love with her memorable characters i have to say that this book doesn't quite make it.
Rating: - A Definite Jewel to read
I am a die hard BJ fan and she does not disappoint in this story about Jewel and Eli. Wonderful "girl-next-door" turned hot romance story! You got to add this one to your collection. You will not be disappointed.
Rating: - Sensually, Scintillating...The Multi-Faceted Jewel...
Grayson Grove's bachelor, Eli Grayson, has one dream and that is to have a worthy newspaper for the growing all-Black town. Due to lack of funds, Eli was forced to close the town's newspaper, the Gazette. Upon receiving a letter from G.W. Hicks, owner of the largest Black newspaper syndicates in the country, Grayson's excitement is limitless. That soon puts him in a precarious predicament: now he's in need of a wife to placate Mr. Hicks' pledge to back the newspaper venture. Behind door #1 is the only daughter of lumber beast, Adam Crowley, the pragmatic Jewel. She's content wearing trousers, planting flowers, and tending to the needs of her father and five brothers. Secretly fantasizing about Eli, she's stunned when he requests her help with his ploy to gain Mr. Hicks backing in re-opening the Gazette. Against her better judgment, she consents and finds herself with a sullied reputation unless she does the unthinkable: correct the lie that she and Eli presented to Mr. Hicks.
Snap, crackle, and pop would be an appropriate description of the sparks that sizzle when the newlyweds accept the other's vices, and Eli exhibits his skills as to why he's known as the Casanova of Cass County and sensually deflowers the young virgin. The woman who caused Eli to bring shame to his family resurfaces with many secrets, and her malodorous scent of trouble soon follows as she maliciously begins her trek to destroy the men in the town.
Ms. Jenkins fluency in creativity flows so effortlessly that you naturally become enchanted with each character and their storylines. I've yet to put one of her books down and felt anything but pure enjoyment! Her characters are so loveable that with each read, she amazes you with their individual personalities. They're realistic, bear numerous flaws, but their hearts and souls are so full of love and life, reaching the ending is actually depressing. Jewel is a refreshing, compelling read that is innocent yet has numerous risqué scenes. It is mos def so hard to say good-bye to each of Ms. Jenkins' reads!!!!
Reviewed by Tazzyt2bossye
for Urban Reviews
Rating: - It's okay read, 3.5 stars
Good plot....likeable characters...steamy sex... Not one of her better book. I have 4 of BJ's historical romance books: Always & Forver,Night Song,Through the Storm, and favorite one is A Chance at Love. But I would read another of her book.
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