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I so enjoy having discovered your books! Well written, romantic AND fun! Thank you and keep on writing!
I'm looking forward to reading your books
I absolutely love this site of yours!!!! Reading is my life and to have your books and newsletters makes my day!! You are one of my most favorite authors!!!!! I'm so glad I get the chance to be apart of this journey with you!!
I find it most distressing that as a male reader I cannot get more romance writers to acknowledge us. We are a hidden society who dare to enter the romance world. I personally love it.
we are here but hiding.
I love your books. Fell in love with the Chase family. They c are all so special and have a great love for each other. Love to here about the growing families in the next books. You have an awesome talent, I stay so enthralled and look forward to the next one. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. Sencerly yours. Cristi
I just wanted to say I came across your books the other day and I already have 2 finished and the 3rd started :) I love them, I cant seem to put them down!
I have every book and novella you have written so fat!
I am excited to start reading your work! I know I am going to love it.
Love your books
Have not read your books yet. Learned about you thru your welcome email - signed up thru Jewels of Historical Romance contest. I just got two of your ebooks. Am looking forward to reading them.
I'm coming in late in the game but my friend and I read as many of your books as we can! We really enjoy them and can't wait for more.
Also, where can I find my own Kit Martyn?? :D
Lauren, I have read a number of your books and have enjoyed every one. Keep up the Great work.
Just stopping by to say Hi!
Hope you have a wonderful year.
Just finished the Chase Family Series, could not put the down. I have toured many castle in Portugal, after reading the series I can't wait to one day get to England. Your writing took me there, in such a wonderful way. Thanks for all the additional material, great use of the web site and excellent writing. Cheers to many more.
I love your books and always look forward to your next novel:)
I found this book as a freebie and once I started reading it is couldn't waited to finish it. Now I have to get the rest. Thanks for the great stories.
I thoroughly enjoy your writing, it's informative, colorful, and entrancing. I rally want to try your recipes. Can't wait o find the next book. Thank You for making my days brighter, and my nights not quite so lonely.
Finished Amethyst yesterday. Enjoyed the book! I read constantly. Easily 20+ books a month when I am on vacation. At least 10 a month when I am not. Have two E-Readers now Kobo and Kindle. Found your book through a free site Bookbub. I will now start looking for more of your books. Love series that allow me to sample a family history instead of one 1-2 books about a subject/family/etc and then nothing. Thank you for writing them.
I love that you have joined with the other authors making it easy to find so many great books. Many Thanks from a grateful reader for all the entertainment including that offered through your newsletter website and Facebook pages.
PS: Love the recipes.
I really enjoy reading your books. The characters are well developed and the well thought out story very entertaining and the twists you but in make even more so.
By the way we are part of the Palmers that include Barbara Palmer . We have the family history for the last 500 years. We have some great stories to tell you one of these days. So many historic events included Palmers.
I love your books!! I can not wait for the new series!!!
Love reading your books! I was looking for a box set and found Amethyst. Three box sets later...the Chase family is in my blood. Thank you for writing such a complete family history! Love reading Authors'notes as well.
I just finished reading 'Lost In Temptation' and I absolutely loved it!
From the accurate historical setting to its fun characters, and chemistry between the two main characters...Bravo!
The sex scenes were well-written too, without being smutty.
I will be reading more of your work. I'm glad that I stumbled onto your book as an Amazon freebie!
Thanks for making my day brighter!
Thank you for these generous contests.
Marilyn
As I have only read one book, I cannot say for all, but you write beautifully. Amethyst is now one of my favorite books. It is also my daughter's name (before reading the book, she was born in 2012). I can't wait to read more.
Thanks so much for testing the recipes and sharing them with us. I have a few that I am going to try and will let you know how they turn out. :) Meredith
Hi Lauren
Loved your books - started reading your books in one of the ways you suggested with either a free or .99 cent book - Amethyst. Have used an ereader for over 6 years now it is so wonderful to carry around when I have to go to hospital.
Please start writing again - I just love your first stories best.
I'm on your last amazing book The Art Of Temptation loved everyone I read. I love the authors notes especially well
Enjoy your books and characters. I laugh, cry and say, that was a great story. Keep it up! You are awesome!
I love your newsletters and connecting links to the other Jewels! Such a fun group with so much talent. Thanks for including me!
Loved all of your books. Can't wait to read the next series. Love your newsletter and thanks for introducing me to other historical writers.
I just read the 1st regency chase book and fell in love in griffin chase character. I did not see a book about him.
I finished ready all your books and I love them all. I couldn't put them down. I can't wait for Rowan&Jewels story.i hope it's comes out soon!:)
Just love your writing and the Chase family series. Keep up the good work and Kudos on your flair for romance.
I am new to your work and site but hope to indulge in your hard work soon. Thank you for an interesting site that's easy to navigate.
I recently changed phones to an iPhone 6. Amongst the free apps was one called iBooks. I searched for free historical romance just for grins. I selected your book Lost in Temptation. I was so hooked on your writing that I next selected Amethyst. It was such a wonderful story as I would have suspected if it was anything like Lost in Temptation. I am now hooked on the Chase family and am on a mission to get all your Chase series books, and READ THEM!! ;-)
I absolutely loved Amethyst and Emerald. I am looking forward to reading more of your books.
just finished reading your book amethyst and really enjoyed the book. Although I personally dont enjoy the lurid sex scenes.
Just on the 'Regency Chase Family' set of 3 books. Just started on the first book, and am enjoying it tremendously. Have also enjoyed all the other books preceding these. I can't wait to see your next book on Rowan and Jewel, grown up. When reading about them in previous books, I hoped you would consider writing a book on them when they had grown up - that's the romantic in me!! Please let me know when it's ready to buy, I can't wait!
I just finished reading Tris and Alexandra's book and I just fell in love with Tris. I can't wait to read the rest of your books.
Love the idea that you and your daughter tested the recipes!
I hope you are working on Jewel and Rowan's story!! I'm so bummed I have finished all your books! You have quickly become my favorite author!
I am part way through the Chase Family Series and find them to be great books with well developed characters and quite believable intimate scenes appropriate to the situations.
I am on the last of your books"The Temptation triliogies" I have enjoyed your books very much. I love period pieces. You have a way of takiing the reader right to the era and places you describe are so vivid I can almost see them with my mind's eye.
Thank you Lauren for your highly enjoyable books. I have greatly enjoyed reading the ones I have so far and am looking forward to the Flower trilogy.
I am so hooked on your books, I especially love how you have taken true history and tricked it a bite to fit in the story. Then at the end in your letter to the reader, you tell us the true person or place and how we could visit or see pictures of those places. Just love it.
I absolutely loved your books. I have never read historical romance books before and I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. I read the last 2 Temptation books in 4 days! And your Forevermore book brought tears to my eyes. I am so looking forward to reading about little Jewel and Rowan now! I hope you can get that out in the bookstores soon! And thank you for the Family Trees! That helped a lot! I hope all the characters will come to life in future books.
Love your books!
The recipes are delicious as well!
Loved the Jewel Trilogy and the Flower Trilogy!
Looking forward to reading all of your books.
Keep them coming.
Your recipes have been a "hit" with my family in every way.
Great Books and Great Recipes!
Thank you so much for your website.
Hugs & Best Wishes,
Linda Harwood
Sonoma.CA
I ENJOY ALL YOUR BOOKS
I love your books and I am so glad that you have them available as e-books. I am looking forward to reading more of your books.
Thanks for your Friday Freebies & 99-Cent Bargain Books. I have downloaded many free books thanks to you. I love your books. The Jewel Trilogy is a favorite of mine.
I knew your name looked familiar when I got your book. I didn't place it until I read the short bio at the end and realized that I had worked for your company in the early 90's in Whittier. I loved Amethyst and look forward to reading any more of your books I can get a hold of.
The first book I read of yours was Amethyst. I really enjoyed it even though I don't normally read that era setting books. I am regency period fan so when I saw that you had written a story set in that time, I jumped at the chance to read it. But, once I'd read Lost In Temptation I was hooked so I had to purchase Tempting Juliana and The Art Of Temptation. I absolutely loved all three and fell in love with all the characters. I would have liked to have had an epilogue at the end of Corinna and Seans story but, I'm hoping that maybe a spin off of the cousins may come along and you'll maybe update us? I can live in hope. Thank you for making me laugh and cry with the characters and I look forward to reading more of your books.
I love the way you write! I've only read one book so far, but I plan on reading all of them.
I have just started reading your books and enjoy them very much I hope to get them all to read. I have also tried a few of the recipes and they are very good
LOVE ALL YOUR BOOKS REALLY ENJOY THE BOX SETS
I have read Amethyst and Emerald .. I am hooked on your books and series! I have read close to 90 free books on my kindle now and I have only read one other series. I will be downloading Amber tomorrow and start reading. Thank you for writing such exceptional stories and I love the long books.
I just finished reading your 3 trilogies and Forevermore, so I had to visit your website to view the photos of the places mentioned in each of them. Thank you for doing this...it has made the stories even more real to me!! Can't wait to try some of the recipes!!! Also, anxiously awaiting your next book!!!
I enjoy receiving your book lists each week, I have read all of your books and look forward to reading more.
Thank you for your free and 99¢ books. I've found some great authors that way. I can't wait for your series about the Chase family and also your dystopia book. My 14-year old will love it!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Suzie
I have spent the last two weeks reading your trilogy series. Unlike most in this gendra, your stories are not predictable and, as I love English history, it is pleasant to come away from one of your books having learned something new. I also appreciate that you keep your stories free of the vulgar language I've seen in most.
Hi from South Africa,
I have just finished reading Amethyst and thoroughly enjoyed , every moment I had I was reading it. Loved the story. Can't wait to find the other books to start reading them as well.
Thank you.
Hi Lauren,
I just received a Kindle as a gift, I down loaded Amethyst and loved it. It was a first for me. I will download the rest of your books..Thank You.
I should say that forevermore is the first book of yours that I've ever read ... The story was so beautiful !! I'm a sucker for stories based in Scotland .. I'm hoping to read more of ur books in the future ...
Lauren: I am now a fan. I finished all 3 trilogies and Forevermore within 10 days!! Had a great time reading them but now waiting on the edge of my seat for ... JEWEL AND ROWAN's story!!!
In your "new" book, will you catch up with ALL our favorite characters from the Jewel and Flower Trilogies?
It took a bit of work to figure out the Temptation Trilogies' recipes, needed to check out the family tree over and over.
Hi Lauren, I just finished reading all three trilogies and Forevermore. Totally loved them! I am recommending them to everyone! Thanks so much for many hours of wonderful stories to read.
I just finished Forevermore & loved it!! I recommend it to anyone. Reading it also gave me the idea to become a proofreader as I am an absolute perfectionist. I am currently writing my own biography, but love historical fiction to get my mind exercised . Thanks for a great book. I plan to read all of your trilogies as well.
My aunt recently bought me a kindle and had already put books on it for me. One of these books was Amethyst... I loved it so much that I bought the other four of that series and the box sets of the flower trilogy and the temptations trilogy. You are an amazing writer and I can't wait for your next book about Rowan and Jewel!!
I jut finished Tempting Juliana and am about to start the Art of Temptation. You are in my top 5 for favorite authors!!
Lauren, I found you!! Having read every book by my favorite authors, I went on a search for a new writer and I saw the Jewel series. After reading Amethyst I was hooked. I read that series and am now reading the Flowers trilogy. I so much enjoy your style of writing. Your characters are a work of art. You make them come alive and your attention to historic detail is a delight to this history buff. I love how you use real historic figures and breathe life into them. You are now on my radar and I'll be waiting to buy your next series. You are greatly appreciated and I thank you for wisking me away for countless hours of adventures!
Really enjoy your books. I finished "Lost in Temptation" and wanted to make recipes from the beginning, so glad you have adapted them to modern day. Have just started "Tempting Juliana" and just as good as first! Never read anything you have written, never heard of you before, but will definitley tell friends and buy more on my Kindle Fire HD. Keep up great work
I read your chapter in Jewels of Historical Romance and was instantly hooked. I have now completed reading the Jewel and Flower Trilogies as well as Forevermore. I am currently reading Julianna's story in the Temptation Trilogy. Thank you for sparking my interest and opening up new periods in history. Looking forward to reading more.
I am enjoying the Jewel series.
i enjoyed forevermore so much! i am disabled and do alot of reading. I found you on amazon kindle books, look forward to reading more or your books.
I just finished reading all three of your trilogies...loved them! Tempting Juliana and and Emerald were my favorites...something to do with the Physics Garden tour for Juliana and the ball for Caithren...wonderfully fun and sexy! I am so glad to read on your site that you are working on Rowan and Jewel's story!!! Good for you to leave your publisher. Best of luck to you. I will definitely check out your new adult series.
Just tried one of your short e-books. A pleasant read. I'm a grad student so I don't get much time to read for pleasure & enjoyed a short break.
I recently found your Jewel series when I was searching for historical romance novels. I was hooked reading Amethyst. I just finished Emerald and just have to say that Jason is one sensual lover! The scene in the garden at the ball is fantastic!
Your stories are fun, exciting and sensuous. I'm looking forward to reading all of your books.
I'm an RV traveler for 1/2 the year and love my Kindle Fire - have told my husband not to make me choose between him and the Fire - LOL - have starting enjoying your ebooks after I found you thru Cynthia Wright.
I recently read The Jewel Trilogy and The Flower Trilogy and they were a joy to read I look forward to reading The Temptations Trilogy.
I absolutely adore all of your charictors. Your writing makes me feel like I'm in your books and I am apart of the stories. I look forward to more stories soon.
In the last 10 days I've read The Flower and The Jewel Trilogy. I have been so engrossed I've done almost nothing else. You are a great writer and I love your style and imagination. I will continue reading your novels and have recommended them to my friends. Thank you for adding so much enjoyment to my life. BTW the bits of humor is a breath of fresh air in the girls father. Fondly
I just finished Lost in Temptation. I LOVED the mystery part of it! And the historical part of your novels always makes me want to go to England or Scotland. Thank you for these great reads! I've read them all (Flower Trilogy, Jewel Trilogy) and look forward to finishing the Temptations Trilogy!
I love your books. Please don't stop. Since I've only two left to read (the last two Temptation books) I'm just going to start all over again. Thanks for a wonderful reading experience.
I found your e-books recently and I fell in love with the characters and your writing. I'm glad that you lengthened the books, it makes for a better read. Keep up the great work and I'm waiting for Lilly and Rose to be released as e-books.....
Happy New Year to you and your family. Glad to hear you will be writing new books again soon. I'm looking forward to it.
Lauren - so happy to see you again. I loved Amethyst but wouldn't mind reading it again.
I just love your books and keep up the great work
Can't wait to read your next Trilogy! When will it be out?!
I read your book "Amethyst" and was hooked... Thank you for writing such beautiful stories! I will always be a fan!
Will you write a book about Rowan? Huge fan, but I only have your flower trilogy. The other books are not sold in my country and I only bought the books from a second-hand shop. Ship those books over! :)
I haven't read any of Lauren's books yet, but I checked out 4 of them from the library yesterday and I can't wait to start!! It's always so exciting to check out a new author!!
Thanks for your books Lauren they have been a gr8 source of comfort in the night rite b4 i sleep. U r and excellent writer cant wait to read moooooooooooore!
Huge fan. Please send me a list of all the books you've ever written so far. Keep up the great work.
I would like to get a list of ALL THE BOOKS YOU'VE EVER WRITTEN and keep up the great work
I just read Tempting Juliana, and it's right up my alley!! I loved the story line, the history and small bits of humor, descriptions of the decor and the twists as well. I look forward to reading all your books. Keep it up!!
Hi Lauren--
Just wanted to say thank you for autographing "Emerald" for me and I should thank Ken too! I have just started reading Emerald and I love it!!!
Anna
I read my first Lauren Royal book a couple of months ago and am hooked! I love historical novels especially when the author does more than just some base research into it. Keep up the good work!
I received my necklace this week from your sweepstake. I LOVE it. I love your writing and can't wait to read more in the future.
I love all your books Lauren ! I am a huge fan! Happy writing ! I love your site and your myspace page and thatnk you for adding me !
Thanks for a great read. Amber was my first of yours and am ready to read the others. Great job!
Keep up the writing and bless you and yours. Kirsten
Your characters just jump out of the book. I enjoy reading your stories so much because they take me out this time and briefly place me in another. I've always enoyed reading your books and "The Art of Temptation" is no eception. I can't wait to see what you come up with next!
Merry Christmas, to one of my favorite authors - who also has fine taste in music, a la DA!
The Art of Temptation is by far your best book. Please keeping writing... your books are wonderful. I have passed them to my sister and now she is a devotee.
Wishing you and your family (and of course, Mocha) a wonderful holiday and best New Year.
Happy Holidays!!!
Just finished reading "Rose". How delightful! The historical parts are what intrigue me. Keep writing. We all love you.
Just finished your book Emerald from a few years back, thoroughly enjoyed it and will diffently look for more of your books. Hated for it to end. Thank you so much for you delightful writing. ciao
Lauren,
I "discovered" your Jewel trilogy about 2 weeks ago and loved all 3 of the books! I went back to my 2nd hand bookstore that I frequent often and found Lily and Rose. The owner says your books hardly ever come in because they're "keepers"!!
Thanks for providing a great read and gread stories.
LOVE LOVE LOVE your books. i first found you in the anthology in praise of younger men and have been hooked on your books since. can't wait for the last in the temptation series and whatever else you have up your sleeve. keep creating magic.
Hi; just read my first Lauren Royal book, "Tempting Juliana", and have printed out the list to haunt the bookstore with. Can't wait to read her sisters' stories, and the other trilogies as well. Any other seniors out there? I'm 65, and love romances and the Gilmore Girls. I really like the more "liberated" of the heroines!
Just wanted to wish you A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
Merry Christmas
i love all your books are you writting another one
Hello Ms. Royal,
It was a pleasure visiting your website. I just wanted to let you know how much I have enjoyed reading your books. This is only my second book that I've read but they are truly fantastic. (Lost in Temptation and Tempting Julianna) I can't wait to hear Corrina's story. Thank you again. You are becoming another of my favorite authors. Congratulations on your success.
Thanks for listening.
Frances
Had the pleasure of meeting Lauren at the Celtic Festival in Tucson this weekend. Was a delightful visit. Books are new to me so look forward to reading them all.
Hi there lauren..
I really love your books esp. Rose its so romantic makes my heart melts.. really hopes to reads Lily & Viloet but unfortunately they're out of stock in Malaysia..can u help me how to order it anywhere..? thanks...
I can never put a great book down unless I'm through reading it. Already, I'm a fan and cannot wait for more. Your books are pure entertainment, motivating and makes me look at science another way.
I have read both triolgies and I LOVE THEM you are truly a wonderful writer I read both in a week.
Lauren, I am an Historical romance nut! I love the way you write and want to read all of your books, if I could just find the time. And your site here is fun and so creative, especially with the recipes. I copied them all out so I could try them. Keep up the wonderful work please!
You can have whatever kind of cover you like -- I just LOVE the way you write!
Peace
Your site is very lucky for me!
I looked at your new cover and I'm sorry to say it's not for me.
I love all your previous covers. This one seems odd. The guy's body is beautiful, but he looks like he's wearing large cuffs with no shirt. Also, the arm holding out a rose seems so posed. Please go back to your previous style of cover.
Whatever the cover, I'm sure I'll love the book.
I just finished reading Lost In Temptation and all I have to say is:
WOW
I just read Lily, and I thought it was a great book. I think it's really cool how the flower triolgy tells the story of each sister. That is a different direction than most romance writers take. I can't wait to read the other two stories in the trilogy.
I really enjoyed "Lily". Of course now I have to read all of your books$$$$
Lauren, Just read your book "Lily", as usual with me, it is out of sequence but that never bothers me. Have not read any of your books before but am delighted to find another author I enjoy. Am happy that I will be able to "attend" the wedding of Rand and Lily, and then anticipate the husband you find for Rose. Your story was written well, with much humor and wonderfully detailed descriptions! I wish you much continued success. God Bless Sharon Mitts
I just finished reading my 1st Lauren Royal book "Rose". Loved it!! The writing flowed and the characters came to life. It's not often you get to read a story like that. Thanks Lauren!
Lost in Temptation: I LOVED it!!! I love to bake and I will try some of these recipes.
Peace
Lauren, you're a wonderful author and great person.
I loved and enjoyed the jewel and flower trilogies immensly and told everyone I knew how great they wee. I cannot wait for Lost in Temptation. Thank you Lauren for all the great reads.
Carol
I have read the Jewel trilogy and am currently reading Rose in the Flower trilogy. I have loved all the books. They are interesting and exciting. Can't wait to read Lost in Temptation!
I got hooked on the Jewel Trilogy, I am now reading "Rose", the last of the Flower Trilogy, and I'm expecting to find "Lost in Temptation" in my christmas stocking. I love traveling back in time when I read your novels.
I haven't read any of Lauren's books yet. I just put them all on my list of books to read so as soon as I get some of them read I will let you know what I think of them. Even though I haven't read them yet. I can wait to get started they sound like some really good books. I am addicted to reading and read anywhere from 25-40 books a month. I read so much I had to start a binder of all the books I have read so far by what authors.
I have read Emerald twice. It was such great reading I had a difficult time putting it down to get any work done.
Thanks
I am not a big reader, in fact I am not a reader at all. I have a busy life and a strict routine to stick to, growing into strong family morals. I have recently landed a wonderful job that has a lot of time on my hands, "to get things done" I love love love the book VIOLET. And all though that is the only book I have read, I have ordered Lauren's whole flower trilogy and gem trilogy.
Not wanting to get to personal- this book - Violet- has really spiced up the busy life style, if you know what I mean :)
I wasnt even done with the book and didn't want it to ever end!Wanting it to keep going and going!
Have you ever thought about making a movie out of one of this Trilogies? Man, that would be awesome!!
I just read Lost in Temptation and it was great. I can't wait for the next book to come out. Rachel :)
Hi Lauren! Just wanted to take a moment to let you know that I recently finished reading Lost In Temptation and I LOVED it! I can't wait for the next one to come out! I look forward to reading your stuff for a long time to come.
Jimmie
Great books, great website!
I stumbled apon Lost in Temptation at my local library and couldn't put it down. Since then I've tracked down your Flower Trilogy and Jewel Trilogy novels and loved everyone of them. I especially appreciated how you tied the two together with Ford Chase! I can't wait to read the rest of your Temptation Trilogy! Thank you!!!!
I stumbled apon lost in temptation at my local library and couldn't put it down. Since then I've tracked down your Flower Trilogy and Jewel Trilogy novels and loved everyone of them. I can't wait to read the rest of your Temptation Trilogy! Thank you!!!!
Wow! I trully love your book. But sadly i only read Rose from your flower trilogy and Amber from your jewel trilogy. Now im waiting to buy every book you have written in the bookstore near me, so wish me luck!
I read Lost in Temptation a few days ago and I liked it very much. Since I love to cook and to try new recipes I was interested in the recipes that were included in the book. As I read I wondered how they would translate into present day cooking and was pleased to learn that you had included thm in your web site. I did find one mistake. You left out the amount of flour needed in the recipe for Corianders Biscuits!
I may try one or more of the recipes one of these days.
I visted England a few years ago and loved it. I think it is very nice that you use real places as the inspiration for the estates or castles in your books. Have you ever used Leeds Castle? I visted there and loved it.
I just finished reading, Lost In Temptation. It was very well written. I liked the history you put in your books. I also enjoyed the humor. I will be reading more of your books. Keep up the great work and thank you for taking us places we might not other wise get to go. God Bless!
I have read both the Flower Trilogy
and Jewel Trilogy,and truly enjoyed them, I and am looking
forword to reading your new Trilogy.
I was wondering if you have considered putting them on Audiobook Or CD?
Thanks for the hours of entertainment.
JoAnne
Great Writing!!!!
Dear Lauren,
Iâm a collector of autographs of politicians, sportsmen, artists, and authors from
around the world (I have more than 1.500 authentic autographs).
By using this email, I would ask you, if you would be so kind to send me an autograph of you.
I will be very delighted to own your signature in my personal collection of autographs.
Anyway, thank you very much, and may God bless you and your family.
With warm greetings from Belgium, and of course I wish you all the best in your career.
Freddy Haeck
Oostmolenstraat 153
9880 Aalter
BELGIUM
Just finished Loast In Teptationa and found it very good. This was my first book of your and I will continue to read the others.
Kathy
I loved the book Lost in Temptation. I could not put it down ,loved it. I have been To England and love any book writen this well set in England. Cant wait to read more of your books.
I just finished Lost in Temptation, about 3am. I couldn't put it down. Most people like to sleep during a tropitcal storm but I have always like to read with the wind and rain. This is the time of year I get lots of books finished. Thanks for your wit and humor. I loved the book and all your books. I own them all.
I love your writing and have read most of your books. I always look for your books when I know one has hit the stands.
I just finished reading your very informative newsletter and came to the site and looked around. Wish I had an up-to-date photo of myself, I would join your picture page. And I have an adorable yellow lab. You have a great site and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit. Enjoy that very-active summer you have planned.
Your new site looks great - your son did a great job! I can't wait to read Lost in Temptation!!!
All day I was like, "I really should order her new book now. I think it's out now, or was it later in July? Hmm..." And here I am, ordering a book! And I'm glad it's out!
Thanks for definitely very, very nice site!
your books are great! i was just wondering if Jewel and Rowan will have a story someday and if you'll also follow up Ford and Kendra's descendants.
thanks
lenette
I can't wait for Lost in Temptation to come out! All of your other books have been wonderful. Best of Luck!
Kathryn
Hi Lauren,
I'm so happy for the success you're having in your writing career, and I love your site....even entered your contest.
I am also an author. My first book, "Coma Coast," a paranormal romantic success published by Wings, will be released October of 2006. I'd love for you to check out my website, which is a support site for writiers. Perhaps you might think about including it in your links.
You can access my site by logging on to:
www.timesunion.com/communities/thewordmerchantssociety
Keep in touch.
i just finished Rose and i really enjoyed it. i usually don't read books from this era but found yours to be quite good.
regards,
misty
Happy to sign your guestbook. I sent you an e-mail as well.
what a great website, almost as much fun as the books.I'm a performer at the Renaissance Faires up here, and the word "syllabub" came up. And there is a recipe on your site. Thanks! We'll try it. Susan L. Steele
I am a big fan. I have your
series of the Chase family and
Violet, Rose & Lily. When is
your new book coming out?
have a great spring and summer lauren.take care .by
I am soooo thrilled your new book is coming out. I cannot wait. :) You are such a talented writer. Keep them coming lauren !
II want to wish you a very happy new year. I love your books which I have read in english.
All the best to you and I am looking forward to your new books as well as to the newsletter to which I have subscribed.
Tessa from Helsinki
Hi My name is Lauren
You sound really cool How old are you? Why do you have your own website? where do you live? are you a princess or something?
I would really like to hear from you
Sincerely
Lauren Alexandra Spalding
My hobby is reading and i just happen to pick "Violet" in the library. After reading it, i like it very much. Now I am going round singapore to look for all those books written by you. I will try to find all the books that are mentioned in your website. I have fallen in love for all the titles after rading their introduction chapters. I wish all the best to your writing and take care Lauren.
Dear Lauren: I have been a fan of your books for several years and have read all of them. I met your lovely parents as they are renting a house from my sister here on my block. I am disabled and its hard for me to do things but I love to read. I was a history major in college and have always loved historicals especially British historicals. I hope I can meet you one day. Lisa Gabler
i Love Your bOOKS!! because the fact that the characters and different locations are depicted from real life people and real life places makes the story even more alive and real!! it makes it even more interesting too!! Good Work Lauren!! Keep it up!!
I LOVE your books. Both series were unique and informative. I'm literally waiting with battered breath for your next book.
I love your books! When i read them i feel as though i am there too. I have read all your book upsept for the young man book, but i do hope to read that one soon! Keep up the good work because i hope to read more of your novels.
Hi My name is Linda Scott and My Mother bought me the book Amber at the Seaside Games in 2003...loved the book read it twice and am rading it a third time...This year at the Games I bought Emerald and read it already and I am sure will read it again...Love the writing style and the history that is in the books as I am a Celtic history buff and a hopeless romantic as well...
The first book I bought is Lily and if you see by my name the reason why, but I wanted to say that I fell in love with your writing. Keep up the good work
Hi Lauren, I have read all of your books, I think they are all wonderful, beautiful stories rich with fact and fiction, and I love the fact that they all tie together. I also like your websit, it is informing and fun. Keep up the good work.
God Bless
Enjoy your books. Your web site is one of the most user friendly I've come across.Excellent!
I enjoyed speaking with you at the LA fair.. I look forward to your next book. I think I've read almost all your books so far, and I haven't read a bad one yet.
Thank you
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I just finished reading Violet and I am hooked. A friend brought me the book when I was laid up with a cold. I could not put it down and finished it in one day! I loved it and felt sad when I reached the end. I can't wait to get more of your work.
When I was living in Bakersfield, Ca., my mother and I purchased autographed copies of your Jewel and Flower trilogies at the Scottish Games & Gathering in April. They were great!!!! I've been a fan ever since. I understand that you have another trilogy on the way. I can't wait!!!
Lea
I recently read "Amethyst" and it was great!
Keep up the good work!!
My 3 daughters and I have enjoyed both trilogies. We are looking forward to the next one.
I love the time per. that you use! The fire of 1666 is one of my best love pers. of England. I also know Wern quite will. I love your books in that they have so much real history and people in them. You now have me interested in Charles II.
The info on your site is wonderful and the food is fun to suprise my family with.
Keep up the fun
Lindsey
wow what a great site. easy to read,not dark and drismal
like some other sites.there's lots to see and do i'm very impressed.keep those awesome contests coming. by for now
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I really enjoyed your trilogy:Amethyst, Emerald & Amber. I could not put the books down. I look forward to starting another of your books.Thank You.
Finally got brave enough to try to copy/paste/print out the recipes that I wanted! They look great! Thanx for the many hours of pleasure while reading your books - keep them coming!
thank you
I meet you at the Scottish Games in Vista CA. in June and I have the books that you autographed. I truely love them. Keep up the great work and I'm excited to read your upcoming books. Thanks again
hello Lauren Emerald was great i loved it
Lauren i loved the book Emaerald it was great and out-standing
Hi Lauren
I enjoyed reading your books.
Congratulations on your award! I just finished Rose last night - do Rowan and Jewel get their own book too?
Big Congrats on your award Lauren!!
Congrats Lauren on your award. You certainly deserve it !
I am so impressed with the detail put into these stories. I have read Amethyst and Emerald and I was engrossed with not only the history but the characters. I hate to see the book come to an end. I get so attached to these people. It was very interesting to be able to see the pictures of the castles and the historical figures present in the story. I greatly appreciate your work and I am very excited about reading all the others. Thanks for what you have given.
Your books are great, please please please keep writing!! I look forward to your next pieces of work.
Take care.
Great site, Lauren!!! I'm entering your June Contest.
All my best to you,
Margie Gosa Shivers
Dear Lauren, this is the first time I read your book-Violet and I enjoyed it very much. Of course I'll get the other series.
I have just started reading your books (back to front I'm afraid- Amber and Violet) but I'm really enjoying them and laugh out loud at the audacity of Kendra's brothers. I love the period and find your eye for detail brilliant. Thank you for my hours of fun. Martha.
I really like this site - and I appreciate the fact that you actually answer your e-mails! That shows that you care about your readers - thank you!
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I started with Amethyst and i read the three off them and enjoyed them.Historical romance books are my favorite i'm glad you enjoy writing them so throughly. Thank you and good luck with the others.
Jayme
I love your books and your recipies. Is there anyway to get a printed verson of the recipies? Your website is great too. My your muse always be at your back. Diane T.
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I just finished the jewel trilogy,and cannot wait to read the flower trilogy.I must confess,I got them from the library,but they are so well written,I will be buying them all real soon.
I love your books and i'm looking forward to your next one. My favorite one was Rose
I am so impressed w/yr website!! I've been to quite a few and yours is so well organized and has many many interesting things to explore. Readers, as you know, get so so involved with the characters and using yr website makes that magic last longer! I love the recipes and yr notes after each. Its French Toast Saturday morning for my family. I originally signed on for the recipes and to read more about the lovely places yr characters go. I am planning a trip to England with my husband and I love reading about historical places, especially in UK/Europe. I'm waiting for Rowan's story!! He's a cutie already! Thanks for doing a great job; its a pleasure to read yr books! :]
Hi my name is lauren too my sister sammie might have signed when she gets enough money we are both going to read the books
If i could i would read your books but reading the excerpts is really nice i get so into the book i think when i make enough money i will buy one. Good job on your success so far.
Love all your books!
I love the flower series! i couldn't put them down and ended up reading into the wee hours of the nite. i can't wait to get the jewel series- i ordered them and should get them soon!
I just finished Rose and read all six books in the last three weeks. I really enjoy the detail you have gone to as well as the likable, lovable and human characters you have created. Please keep them coming!
I just wanted to drop you a line to tell you how much I enjoyed one of your stories.
I came across the anthology In Praise Of Younger Men by accident and after having read all four short stories in the book, I need to tell you how much I loved your story *Forevermore*. Thank you for providing me with a few entertaining hours of reading and I'll be on the lookout for more of the series and your other books.
I just read Amber and I loved it!! Now I have to hunt down the rest of the series. I can't wait to read them!! Your a great writer and I love how you incorperate history in your books and make it come alive. I am really looking foreward to the rest of the series.
Hi Lauren! Just wanted to say how much fun your site is. My sister and I are always saying how much we love your sense of humor. Very refreshing in this day and age. Thank you Judy Shaw
Have just finished reading Violet. Loved it. Shall now look for Rose and Lily.
hello you are hot
it was a pleasure to receive your e-mail today -- i love your site as well as your books! Sincerely, Judy Shaw
I was surprised when I read that you also liked " A Knight In Shinning Armor" by Jude Deveraux, I have bought many copies and have given them to friends and family to read, it was a great book!
I have read all of your books and read them back to back. Are you going to write a book to update Violet, Lily and Rose along with the Dash brothers to fill us in what they are doing and how their families are doing.
I didn't know what I was getting into when I bought both series at once, read them in order one right after another, (like reading one continous story).
Sure glad I did. Great Job!
LOVE your books, can't wait until your next one!
just finished rose...only wish u could write faster!
Love your books!
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Enjoy all your books.
Love the settings and your attention to real history and detail!!!
I enjoy the historical acuracy of your books. Are you currently working on Rowan
and Jewel's story?
Keep writing
I love your work!! Are you planning to do something for Rowan and Jewel? I'd love to read a book on them :)
I just finished Rose (I've just gotten a chance to read it over Thanksgiving Break, due to tons of school work!) and I truly loved it more than anything!!! I have all of your books and I've read them all, and I just have to say that you are amazing. When I go to write my stories I always hope that I can get them up to par with your's. Thank you for writing such wondering, intertaining, funny novels!! Love, Ashley
Incredible writing, Lauren!
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I've just discovered the Chase and Ashcroft family with only EMERALD AND ROSE. Now I need to find the others to read!
hi. the first book that i read by U was Violet. since then, ur r my favourite writer. by reading your writing my english improve a lot. your historical approaced also very interesting. keep up the good work!:-)
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Love your books I read them over andf over.........
JUST FINISHED ROSE, COLULDN'T PUT IT DOWN.
love you books keep writing
Dear Lauren, hi
this is to let you know how much i have enjoyed reading your book VIOLET.Its a beautiful novel with a beautiful title.i got hooked to it.could'nt put it down.you are simply awesome.a brilliant author.you are definitely in the list of my favourite authors.i just can't wait to read ROSE.the cover of ROSE is so very pretty.sometimes the cover of the novels are so appealing that i buy them and your book covers are really very attractive.
Dear Lauren, hi
this is to let you know how much i have enjoyed reading your book VIOLET.Its a beautiful novel with a beautiful title.i got hooked to it.could'nt put it down.you are simply awesome.a brilliant author.you are definitely in the list of my favourite authors.i just can't wait to read ROSE.the cover of ROSE is so very pretty.sometimes the cover of the novels are so appealing that i buy them and your book covers are really very attractive.
This is just a test!
Love your book covers. In case you're wondering, I have your books in my TBR pile. Getting to it soon.
I really enjoy your books. Keep them coming.Your website is terrific with the variety of information.
I have read a lot of romance novels in my time, however I will always be impressed with your writing stlye and ability to tell a great story.
Hi. I just wanted to let you know how much i enjoyed your first trilogy. I just bought them so i can read them any time i want, over and over...hehe...My favorite was Amber (Kendra and Trick make such a great pair! ^-^)
I just want to say that reading about the poeple and places that your books were written around and seeing the pictures was really nice, now I have a visual picture to go by when you describe a scene. I truelly enjoy your books and look forward to reading ROSE and any books that are after it. You are gifted writer and I hope that you will write for a very long time to come. THANK YOU
I just want to say that reading about the poeple and places that your books were written around and seeing the pictures was really nice, now I have a visual picture to go by when you describe a scene. I truelly enjoy your books and look forward to reading ROSE and any books that are after it. You are gifted writer and I hope that you will write for a very long time to come. THANK YOU
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In doing the book amythest did the character ever have anything else in common with you other then the fact that she was a Jewler?
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Every time I start one of your novels I am captivated from start to finish. I think your novels are so great because they are many things in one: history, romance, humour etc. I hope you continue to write many more books! Take care.
You're the best in historical romantic story!
Hi Lauren,
I just wanted to say that I thoroughly enjoyed reading Violet and Lily, and look forward to reading the first trilogy soon and I can't wait for Rose to come out. I'm so glad that Terri introduced me to your wonderful books. They're right up my reading alley!
I'm also glad that I had the opportunity to meet you in person. It was an extreme thrill!
Yours truly,
Jimmie Noell
Love, love, love, love your books. I have been with you from your first book, (Amethyst). Your new series looks to be as entertaining and lively as the jewel series. Can't wait for "Rose" to come out. I've also read "In Praise of Younger Men", wonderful collection, I hope to see more in the future.
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Loved the Jewell Series! Will begin the Flora Series next...Can't wait! Met you at the Costa Mesa Highland Games. You were so sweet to sign all my books and bookmarks. Thank you! Love the real life history that is threaded in each story....and the way all 3 books are connected was great. Wonderful Website too. Thanks again for sharing your talent and providing us all with a wonderful escape in your stories. Looking forward to more - keep'm coming!
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I have just recently found your books, and have TOTALLY enjoyed both Amethyst and Emerald! You draw characters and times that make me laugh and truly believe. Just so you know, I read both of those as e-books on my PDA, and BOY do I like being able to do that! (It's so nice to be able to take 10 books with on vacation!) I really enjoy knowing more about the research you've done and all the historical characters with which you lace your stories. I'm looking forward to LOTS more! Thx a lot - I'm glad I found you!!
Most sincerely,
Ann Lauer
Historical romances are usually not my cup of tea. However you novel Lily was exceptional. Your characters really pull a person into your books. Great work!!!
I want to say that I relly enjoy your jewl series and flower series although i have only read one of the jewls and two of the flowers i an so eager to read the rest especially rose and amber.
HI
I DONT SAY THAT I HAVE READ ALL UR NOVELS BUT I SAY THAT I HAVE READ HALF OF THEM THEY R REALLY PERFECT
BEST OF LUCK IN THE FUTURE
I started reading romances a few years ago when a friend lent me one to read. I have just read Lily and enjoyed it very much. I am partial to Historicals (especially ones with humor). Thanks for the great read!
Hello There: I am from Canada...hope you appreciate your Canadian fans. I am currently reading 'Violet' and I absolutely love it...makes me laugh.Can't wait to start reading 'Lilly'. I am a voracious reader of historical romance novels and you are one of my favourite authors. Keep up the good work!! Bibi
I just finished reading Amber and I had to come here and look at your website. Your novel was funny and sexy all at the same time and it has made me yearn for Scotland even more. I want to go and get the other two and read about Colin and Jason. Thank you so much for writing these books and for having this website.
I read all three books in 5 days I just can't put them down. Waiting to read voilet.
Love your books!
I just finished reading (and very much enjoyed) Amber. Question: Were the descriptions concerning the wake festivities in Scotland authentic? I was particularly interested in the part where the recently deceased was propped up and people threw turnips to hit the pipe that had been placed in his mouth. Also the incident where Trick's mother's body was made to move in a effort to scare onlookers was treated as something that was not out of the ordinary. In your research, did you find that things like that really happened? What a hoot! Just when you think you've got it figured out, cultures will turn around and bite you in the you-know-what.
Lauren you are wonderful writer, I enjoy reading your books.
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I have been reading historical romance books for 24 years. Every author has her own twist and style. I really injoyed your book and the characters. I started with "Amber" but will now search for Amethyst and Emerald. You have given me two days of complete pleasure (when I get any chance to read) Thanks.
I really liked your book amber, im hoping to read the other too.
i first came across your book in an old book store and i have just finished amber. i really love your story line and i know now your books are just like their titles real treasure to read. i just don't want to put the books down or for them to end.
just checking out your site. thanks. i enjoyed your site and printed a few recipies to try, thanks again for being open to your readers.
just checking out your site. thanks.
I enjoyed meeting you at the Highland games in Vista. I started reading "Amber" and I'm really enjoying it. Thanks!
I LOVE to read! I was just wondering, I am always finding errors in published books. ALWAYS! I am disabled and looking for a way to bring in some extra income for my family. Do you have any suggestions?
I just finished reading "Amber" and loved it! I've been to Scotland and the Firth of Forth several times, but never knew about the lost treasure. What an interesting book!
Hello Lauren,
It was a pleasure meeting you at the Tea & Sympathy Display at the Costa Mesa Games. My wife and I are the grandparents of GREG, the tall young fellow that worked for Charles and Nancy.
nice site.I like books with overweight women chararters esp mysteries.If you know of any to write
You are a talented writer..And I truly loved your books.
I just wanted to tell you that I got Amber from our Library and then realized it was a trilogy. It was great! I have purchased all 3 from B&N and can't wait to read about the brothers. Of course now I will have to read Violet to see how Ford's life will change. Thanks for the wonderful reading. Sandy P.S. My daughter's name is Amber.
All I can say is what a wonderful romance auther you are.The only dissapointment was when it was over,I wanted more.Now after visiting your website I can't wait to get my hands on more of your books.
Dear Lauren, Love your books...Best wishes for your continued success and keep those books coming!
Thank you for that wonderful Jewel trilogy. It is had to say which one was my favorite. Yet Amber stands out the most.
P.S. Sorry, that first one was the wrong address.
Thank you for that wonderful Jewel trilogy. It is had to say which one was my favorite. Yet Amber stands out the most for me.
I just finished your book Emerald. I could not put it down. Now I am sleep deprived but richer for the read. I was thrilled to find you had a website and I will be trying some of the recipes. Thanks.
It was a joy to meet you at CR2002. Before you were just an author, now I feel like I have 2 friends that are authors, you and Glynnis. Hope to see you soon.
It was a joy to meet you at CR2002. Before you were just an author, now I feel like I have 2 friends that are authors, you and Glynnis. Hope to see you soon.
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Lauren, I have just finished Amethyst. All I can say is WOW! You really know how to write a great romance novel. Can't wait to read about Lord Jason (Emerald) and Lady Kendra (Amber). I echo the thought of taking up Jewel's story as well, maybe with an added update of Lady and Lord Greystone (Amy and Colin) You have a new fan, and I hope friend, here in Central Ohio.
My Dear, Darling, Beautiful, Wonderful, Talented Daughter,
There are truly no words to say how very proud I am of you and your accomplishments. I sincerely love ALL of your fabulous books and I am not saying that just because I am your Mother....in addition to being your "Head Cheerleader!"
Hope my remarks don't embarrass you as they did when you were a child!! :-)
My Love Always, Mom
I just read FOREVERMORE!!! What a terrific story. I have always said, age is just a number. This story proved that older isn't always wiser. Thank you for a great read. I look forward to more in the future.
A truly devoted fan, Robin
Having worked in quality control in electronics, I love quality in various forms and I concede that you are into the quality of writing. I loved both your AMETHYST and EMERALD stories. I discovered one of your novels in our Public Library and I am definitely collecting your books now. I appreciate the historical facts sited and the refreshing anecdotes, the humor and the spinning of the tales of the almost real characters. I look forward to reading AMBER. Keep the stories coming - I am hooked.
Lori G.
"Forevermore"(In Paise of Younger Men), is the first Lauren Royal book I have read. Now I have to find the previos books that lead up to this story, and will watch the bookshelves for future Lauren Royal books.
I enjoyed reading the Emerald. I like stories that don't have a lot of swearing words in them. It is nice to read books that have few swearing words. Hope to read Amber.
Im always looking for a good romance book, I probably read 2-3 a month, Emerald was a great story im looking forward to In praise of younger men since I have read books from all authors keep up the grear stories
Girlfriend....you've got it going on! The books, the website, the talent....keep up the fabulous work and I can't wait to read about "the garden salad"...you know who I mean! (smiles)
Carol (your elf from Pikesville)
lauren, in emerald i enjoyed the characters being so human.
I read "Emerald" a few months ago, and was finally able to find "Amethyst" by special order at my bookstore. I was so thrilled to start it! I finished it in about two and a half days, reading the last half all in one evening, I just had to finish it before I went to bed. Absolutely brilliant! Reading the "Ask Lauren" section of your website, I saw that if we wanted to read a story about Ford, we should write and say so. SO!!! I think it would be priceless to read about how Ford's logical mind gives over to his heart, given the right persuasion by an intelligent, enchanting girl, of course!
Very anxiously awaiting the release of "Amber", Angela Terhark Duluth, MN
P.S. My next trip to England will definitely include stops at the inspirations for castles found in "Amethyst"!
Hi Lauren! I just love your books! Your characters seem so real, that by the end of their story, you feel like you really know them! I really hope we see a story for Ford.
I loved your first two books and can't wait for Amber to come out.
Hi Lauren, I have really enjoyed your book Emerald. Books are considered my lunch time companions and I read about 1 a week at my 1/2 hour lunch break. My main interest in books is Historical Romance. This subject has enjoyment plus getting more education without really working at it. Your Book Has Topped all the books I have read with many different authors. What sold it is how realistic the reading is. You are great at making the reader feel apart of the adventure. Then the best is to find almost all your facts are true and not changed much to fit your story like alot of other authors. Now coming to see your website and see the pictures of thhe places and people have just sold me to collect All of your books. I really thank you for the work and effort you have done with your writing, it is to me well worth it all!
Your Loyal Fan, Peg
Hello Lauren, I came across your book Emerald at the book store and purchased it because of the title and your short Biography(I am a gemologist and have been in the jewelry business for 17 years)As you can probably relate, by working retail I don't have much time to read. I injured my back and the Doctor put me on bed rest. I remembered that I hadn't read your book yet and was excited that I could finally have time to read it. I was disappointed to find out(at first) that it was the second book in a trilogy. I couldn't read Emerald before I read the first book Amythest. I sent my husband out to find your first book. He had to special order it for me. Well it finally arrived and I read both books in one day. You really do have a gift for writing. I am glad you are pursuing it. I am disspointed that I have to wait until August for Amber. If you release the book earlier let me know. Thank you and good luck with your new career.
ew the Scotch collops recipe: In the 17th C., "claret" was the generic term for red wine. Now it's generally used for Bordeaux (which in fact much 17th C. red wine in England was). And incidentally, I have a 17th C recipe that used mashed potators. It's delicious, but no space for it here.
Congratulations Lauren on Amethyst and Emerald. I love Historical novels especially about the U.K. -maybe because I was born and raised there. I look forward to completing the trilogy when Amber becomes available.
Hi! I read your book Emerald and I really like it I also Hve read the excerpts from Ameythyst and Amber and am eager to fingthose two books in store. I really like your writing.
-Priyanka
I am addicted to reading historical romance novels. I read about 2 per week. I picked up Amethyst at a Bargain book store and LOVED it. I told my husband that I really liked Lauren Royals writing after I finished Amethyst which was in November 2000. I
Hi Lori!!! Congratulations on your new book(s)! We always look forward to hearing your fantastic news (and rave reviews) from Ken!
Love, Kimberly Goolsby
I just wanted to say that I just finished reading Emerald, and I loved it!!! I always enjoy finding a good book that I just can't put down until it is done. I look forward to the next one.
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Good Morning I'm intersted in publishing two manuscripts that I have written. Can you tell me about your experiance with Signet books. Would you recommend them? How do I go about contacting them? Thank You.
Welcome to my keeper shelf! I finished reading Amethyst last night, and headed off to B&N first thing in the morning, because I couldn't wait a whole afternoon for Emerald. Now I'll be jumpy until Kendra's book comes out Finally, a return to the sweeping, gorgeous Restoration romances I fell in love with years ago! Any chance reader begging can continue the Chase family story beyond just a trilogy? I would love to see Ford's story, and Jewel's, and...do you see a pattern here? These books are a great inspiration to aspiring writers.
Just finished Amethyst and loved it. Looking forwrd to reading Emerald. The characters are so life like and you get swept up in their lives.
I loved reading Amethyst and Emerald, and cannot wait to read Amber. Unfortunately, I was spoiled with the first two in that I worked for a paperback printing company and we would get the unedited copies months before they came out. Now I have to wait forever to read the rest of Amber! )
Hello there. We met at the Romantic Times Convention in Houston. My mother accompanied me and we had a wonderful time. We will be there next year and will probably meet again. Good wishes to you.
--Judy Geshick
I wandered the bookstore for almost an hour, indecisive and bored. Most days, books scream at me from the shelves - but not this one. I nearly left without a purchase, when Emerald caught my eye on an endcap. I've grown bored with romances - reading the same old story, and blah there's such a wash of mediocre writers out there, I read with an overly critical eye. What a WONDERFUL surprise your novel was. I am so glad to have discovered you. Keep writing. Such playful characters, innovative plot lines, and tummy-tingling moments are hard to find!
Hi Lauren! I read "Emerald" in two days and really enjoyed your work. I thought the characters were superb and very well-rounded. I was wanting to know when you might write a story ocurring Cameron, Cait's cousin. Also, just a small request, please keep us updated on Jase and Cait throughout your writing. Thanks and good luck in the future.
I love your book Amethyst. I could not put it down. I read it in two days and now I'm going to get your other book. You are an amazing romance writer. Truly a God given talent. You make the story so real like the person reading it is actually going through the story as a bystander. I hope you keep writing because I will keep reading.
Lauren, we met at the houston bookfair. Just dropped this note, to tell you how much I enjoyed it. I tryed to get on your e-mail letters but the rest of the page was empty.
thanks janice
I just finished reading "Emerald", and it was outstanding!!! There is so much I loved about it, but I'll try to remember. i loved the fact that caithren didn't get away with her man disguise- I hate it that a heroine can look like a boy one minute, then have a curvy figure and overflowing breasts the next. I also loved that I didn't really know what was going to happen at the end, like how Jason and Caithren were truly bound to their homeland, yet torn from it, because of their love. These are real feelings-being pulled in two directions. I did, however, guess correctly about Adam right away, but maybe I've just read too many romance novels. I can't wait to read the others in this series; this is the first book of yours I've read. And that was the steamiest, most interesting and imaginitive love scene I have ever read. Wow. So incredibly creative. And the fact that you write that you've actully been to the places you're writing about...!!! I lived in england for nine months on a study abroad programme, a
hi! my friend Tiffany Royal says that you are her aunt! r u really? i sit next to her in class we go to Patton School! just wanted to drop by!
I loved reading Emerald!! You absolutely made the characters and the North Road come to life right out of the pages. I would love to write someday, but like you, I would want to travel and learn about the people and places because it shows in the finished product!!! Thanks for such a treat!!
I've just finished reading your book Amethyst and absolutely loved it. I can't wait to go home and read the other book Emerald. I understand that Kendra's story does not come out until August of 2001. It seems so long after these 2 books. Will Ford get a happy ending with a lady. I guess I'll see. I'm about to start reading the second book and am very much looking forward to it. Thank you very much. I've been reading historical romances since I was 14 and am now 22. After the years it seemed that the books were not quite catching my attention interesting storylines. I've really enjoyed yours.
I've just read your 2 books, Amethyst, Emerald and adore both books. I can not wait for Kendra's story. In the future, will you be writing a story about Jewel, Amy and Colin's daughter? I would really enjoy her story. Thank you for many hours of reading pleasure.
Lauren I just finished reading Amethyst. I'm looking forward to the other two of the trilogy. But I was wondering what about Ford. You've wrote books about the others what about him?
Lauren, what wonderful novels you have written. I feel in love with Colin and Amethyst; and now Jason and Caithren. I am so looking forward to the next book Amber. The period of time you write about is one of my favorite timelines. Thank you for your entusiasm in bringing the past to life. God Bless!
I am eagerly anticipating the release of Emerald. I loved Amethyst and can't wait to see the story unfold further. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us, the readers.
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Works fine on my mac.... :)
I loved Amethyst, and am eagerly awaiting Emerald, the second book in the trilogy. I know it will be an exciting read!! I love your web page---Hi Lori!!!
Interesting reading your excerpt from the book. I discovered your books thru Romantic Times.
I really love your website. I printed off the recipes and look forward to trying them (well, at least some of them)! Great contest, too!
I met you at the RWA literacy autographing. There was such a crowd around your table that I didn't get a chance to look at your books, but luckily you gave me a couple of bookmarks. I haven't read anything yeet, but I'm working in that direction. I'm going to start with Emerald and Amethyst or does another book come before them. I like to read things in order if I can. I am also writing and decided to join RWA and can't wait until next years conference.
Hi Lauren! I must say you are a very talented writer. I have just finished AMETHYST and found I had to postpone everything I had to do the day I was reading it because I simply could not put down the book. You are a fabulous writer and I wish to say Good Luck and Congratulations on your work now and to come! I cannot wait until EMERALD is published!
Hello, I am really glad I finally found your site, I have been eagerly waiting for "Emerald", and was pleased to see I'll not have long to wait. You are a great writer and I loved "Amethyst". Thank you for doing what you do and keeping us enthralled.
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Hi Lori! I actually tried to email you about 3 weeks ago when I got your book but I couldn't get in--my mistake, I'm sure. I'm glad I'm here. I haven't started reading yet but am excited to get your book. Congratulations! Can I ask you to sign it before Austin and I move (end of the month)? I might bring it backpacking this weekend but then I'll get a new one for you to sign so...hope to see you soon. I saw you and Jack at the Music concert but didn't see you then afterward. Bye!
Diane
I very much enjoyed reading Amethyst and I can't wait to read Emerald.
Hi, Lori! Great site!
Brenda Novak
Well, curses! I was hoping I'd just sort of slide into that Best First Book category with no competition. :) Looks like I'll have to fight tooth and nail. Your book is fabulous, Lauren, so full of vivid imagery and rich detail, and your website should serve as a model for others . . . Thank you, also, for your generous help and support in this shared adventure.
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I'll be purchasing your novel tomorrow. The excerpt intrigued me. Thanks!
I just finished AMETHYST last night and I have to say, I was right!!! It was definitely like opening a window to the past. You made so much of history come to life. I wish they had had books like yours in history class when I was in school; it would have make it alot more interesting to go to class. I look forward to reading EMERALD as soon as it hits the bookshelves. Congratulations on AMETHYST and all your future endeavors.
Robin
Hi Lauren, I'm only half way thru your first book but, I'm already excited about the second. I'll let you know how much more I truly enjoyed AMETHYST after I'm done. I have a feeling you will be one of the authors that I just have to have all of your work. Thanks for opening another window into the past.
A new friend and fan, Robin
I am on page 135 of AMETHYST. I am enjoying it very much. Congrats on writing such a good book.
I swear this is my given name. Haven't read the book yet, but can't wait.
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Is it october yet... :)
I have throughly enjoyed your first work, but I was sad to have to finish it. I can not wait for Emerald to be released!!!
I got a letter from you today at my bookstore "Basically Books" in Cedar Rapids, Ia. I was excited to hear from a new author and glad you heard good things about our store and the fact that we are EXTREMELY romance friendly. I am looking forward to reading the excerpt from your books "Amethyst". We post cover flats on the wall behind the counter, we get from authors and publishers we order from directly. If you would like to send us a cover flat or a poster or anything we can post for our customers to see we will gladly post it. Thanks for contacting us.
Bobbie
I can't wait to start reading your book! It will be the first Romance Novel that I have ever read! I will post another message when I am finished reading it.
You are a naughty, naughty girl, making me read that excerpt. I wasn't going to buy your book, because I don't really care for the time period, but after reading the excerpt for the contest, I'm going to have to get it. It is sooo good!! I'm looking forward to reading the rest of it.
Hi Lauren! I saw your new book announcement on the Romance announce and just stopped in to wish you well. Your site is really nice and I hope your book sells a million copies!
Your book in now on my "to buy" list! The plot is a draw for me, plus the cover art is lovely.
Good Luck, Carole
Dear Lauren I am right in the middle of Amethyst and thoroughly enjoying it. I only wish that someone would write a book that explains what the clothing in some of the historical romances include. Some of the names elude discription.
Congratulations on your wonderful book, which I received today. Looks like I shall be burning the midnight oil until I finish it!!
Jane xxxx
Those recipes look delicious. I read the first chapter of your book here on-line and the story line sound great. I can't wait to start your book. I'm also looking forward to the people & places for your other 2 books.
Dear Lori, I haven't the words to express my awe at the quality of your writing. I'm only halfway through "Amethyst" (just past the shoot-out in the hotel) and I can hardly believe how well you write. It's almost unbelievable.
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I am so excited about the release of this book. My copy is ordered and on its way!
congratulations--of course i'll want a signed copy.
My dear, this is a gorgeous page! I'm impressed! I also wish you much success with your new book. Perhaps the next one should be set in Glasgow, hmmm?
About time I wandered over here. Loved the Ad in RT, and of course we've been waiting for this day. Hope the UPS truck has arrived and I look forward to reading your book. all the best gail
Lori, congratulations to you on your initial debut! I believe this is going to be your "royal" year!! It will be my pleasure to purchase and help promote your book. You go, girl!!!......Carol
I just read about Amethyst in Romantic Times. I'll be picking it up when I make my weekly trip to the bookstore. If they don't have it in, I'll order it!
I am so excited to read this book! You are an awesome writer and I know that you will put all other romance novellists to shame. :) YAY!
I read about Amethyst in the RT magazine and immediately ordered it online. I love reading romance novels and reading about 17th century England. It is very rare that I can find a combination of the two. The Restoration period is sadly, and suprisingly, neglected in the romance genre. Glad to see that you are changing this. I look forward to reading Amethyst just as soon as it is available.
WHAT A GREAT WEBSITE. We are looking forward to reading Amethyst. We wish you the best of luck and much success. It couldn't happen to a nicer person.
Nate & Reneé
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Lauren -- I am so looking forward to reading your debut book -- I have heard many good things about it already! Congrats on your first book and here's hoping for a bright and successful future for you and your writing!
Terri
My heartiest heartfelt congratulations on all that's going on surrounding your writing! It couldn't have happened to a nicer person! I'm actually looking forward to reading my first Romance Novel!
Peace, Darren
PS what's a book plate? (I'm so out of it...)
I am very impressed by your talent and going forward with it. I wish you all the success that you truly disserve. Love, Sharynn
I simply love the website and all the cool stuff on it. After reading the prologue and the first chapter I cannot help but wish that tomorrow was February 7th and the book would be published. Now I just hope the book will be sold here in Demnark (Scandinavia). From your biggest fan.
The site looks great! I just know your book is going to be, as they say in England, "A smashing success! Smashing!!!"
Ken, Michigan