This is a compilation of short stories written by members of the Romantic Novelists’ Association and it includes tales from some of the most well-known names in the heart-squeezing, tear-jerking romance genre.
A Rose by any other Name Would Smell As Sweet by Adele Parks – It was the quintessence of family concern and their attempt at playing Cupid. For more books by Adele Parks go to www.adeleparks.com
A Sensible Proposal by Anna Jacobs – Love found during times of great desperation. For more by Anna Jacobs go to www.annajacobs.com
The Corporate Wife by Carole Matthews – Everyone ages and only the ones willing to accept that are worthy of your time, loyalty and love. For more books by Carole Matthews go to www.carolematthews.com
The Art of Travel by Elizabeth Buchan – Time to let go of the memory of perfect love and move on. To read more by Elizabeth Buchan go to www.elizabethbuchan.com
The Rough with the Smooth by Elizabeth Chadwick – I wasn’t impressed with the way hubby treated the wife. Not at all, regardless of the era. For more by Elizabeth Chadwick go to www.elizabethchadwick.com
Living the Dream by Katie Fforde – The grass isn’t always greener on the other side, be grateful for what you have. For more by Katie Fforde go to www.katiefforde.com
True Love by Maureen Lee – A whole life spent loving and living a memory. For more books by Maureen Lee go to www.maureenlee.co.uk
Love on Wheels by Miranda Dickinson – Old love rekindled when two people find each other again after many years. To read more about Miranda Dickinson go to www.miranda-dickinson.com
Clarion Call by Catherine King – Just a coincidence or meant to be? For more by Catherine King go to www.catherineking.info
Puppy Love by Chrissie Manby – Moral of the story, cheaters always get their just desserts. Oh and never mess with witches. To read more about Chrissie manby go to www.chrissiemanby.com
Third Act by Fanny Blake – Past loves meet up and their passion is reignited. For more books by Fanny Blake go to www.fannyblake.co.uk
A Real Prince by Fiona Harper – It is true what they say, you have to kiss many frogs to find your prince. Some frogs are just more ignorant than others. For more by Fiona Harper go to www.fionaharper.com
The Fundamental Things by Heidi Rice – Misconceptions can lead to a lost lifetime. For more by Heidi Rice go to www.heidi-rice.com
Summer ’43 by India Grey – Chasing dreams that will never come to pass. To read more by India Grey go to www.indiagrey.blogspot.co.uk
How to get a Pill into a Cat by Judy Astley – Lovely and funny story about using a pet to capture the girl of your dreams. For more by Judy Astley go to www.judyastley.com
Life of Pies by Kate Harrison – Funny and cute with a wisp of mystery. For more books by Kate Harrison go to www.kate-harrison.com
Head over Heart by Louise Allen – All hope seems lost and then a glimmer of light appears as two souls connect. For more books by Louise Allen go to www.louiseallenregency.com
The Marriage Bargain by Nicola Cornick – Wasted moments and assumptions. To read more by Nicola Cornick go to www.nicolacornick.co.uk
Shocking Behaviour by Sue Moorcroft – Not exactly the way to charm a girl but very original. To read more by Sue Moorcroft go to www.suemoorcroft.com
Feel the Fear by Alison May – Connecting by teaching someone to overcome their fears. for more by Alison May go to www.alison-may.co.uk
The Eighth Promise by Jenny Harper – How one sentence can change the direction of your path. For more by jenny Harper go to www.jennyharperauthor.co.uk
A Night to Remember by Nikki Moore – Beautiful, devastatingly so. For more books by Nikki Moore go to www.nikkimooreauthor.wordpress.com
The Truth about the Other Guy by Rhoda Baxter – A mother playing matchmaker and trying to outsmart her daughter. For more by Rhodabaxter go to www.rhodabaxter.com
The Fairy-Tale Way by Sophie Pembroke – Kiss a frog and hope for the best. For more books by Sophie Pembroke go to www.sophiepembroke.com
The stories are very short, but even in those few pages the reader gets a glimpse of what each writer is capable of. Some of these stories are memorable, poignant, heartwarming and some are also quite funny. You never quite know what is coming next.
Reblogged this on Writing, Work and Wine and commented:
Another fabulous review of Truly,Madly, Deeply anthology. We’re on a roll! Thanks so much to Cheryl… her comment about my story has put a massive smile on my face 🙂
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Thank you Nikki. It isn’t easy to review such short delights without giving away the whole plot. Your story was lovely.
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Reblogged this on Sue Moorcroft writes and commented:
Great review for Truly, Madly, Deeply from Cheryl M-M’s Book Blog.
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