A Lady At Last by brenda joyce

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

This book truly served as a powerful reminder of the very essence of why I have such an intense love for historical romance. It made me deeply wonder what could have possibly caused such a long delay in my reading of another one of these captivating tales.

Cliff and Amanda's story was simply spellbinding. I found myself completely engrossed and just couldn't get enough of it. Amanda, who has been raised by her pirate father since the tender age of 4, faces a terrifying situation when her father is caught and scheduled to be hanged. In a desperate bid to save her father's life, she makes a heart-wrenching offer to the governor, willing to sacrifice her body in exchange.

Enter Cliff de Warenne, a powerful and wealthy privateer who has witnessed Amanda's growth on the islands. He intervenes just in time, saving her before she can go through with the barter. Their story unfolds like a beautiful fairy tale, filled with passion, drama, and unexpected twists.

I don't want to reveal too much of the plot, but if you have a penchant for historical romances and those wonderful Happily Ever Afters, I wholeheartedly recommend this book. I'm already looking forward to going back and delving into the others in this series.

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amdxy

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

This book is a captivating historical romance novel. Brenda Joyce truly outdid herself with "A Lady At Last"!

Poor, little, vulnerable Amanda Carre has endured a great tragedy. Her father was sentenced to be hung, and now she has lost him. In a town filled with rogues, her only hope of survival lies with a highly regarded, wealthy, and handsome privateer named Cliff de Warenne. Amanda's childhood was marred by violence and thievery as she grew up at her father's side. Now, as she must travel side by side with Cliff, she faces a new challenge - learning to become an etiquette lady. Fortunately, she has Cliff there to assist her. As the days pass, they find themselves dangerously yearning for each other and growing to respect new aspects of life.

I wholeheartedly recommend this book. It is one of the sweetest books I have ever had the pleasure of reading. If you have a penchant for romance, history, or romantic history, you should most definitely pick up this book. It will transport you to a different time and place, filled with love, adventure, and self-discovery.

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Red_Sakura

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

After reading a book by this author that had favorably impressed me and one that had disappointed me, here is something again that I like.

Cliff I had already met in the previous book, so his character was already starting to take shape a bit and I couldn't wait to find out what would happen to him.

As in some previous novels of this saga, here too the protagonist transforms from a vulnerable, immature and infatuated young girl with the male protagonist into a brave woman who knows how to analyze her own feelings. With the particularity that in this case, like a true savage, she tries to transform herself into a lady capable of mingling with the English nobility.

The author broadly tries to make the reader aware of the events dealt with in the other books, but it can be read calmly without having read the others.

The style is smooth, elegant and although the two are immediately attracted to each other, there are no overly hot scenes. The author has known how to capture the reader's attention page after page without ever boring. The plot reminds a bit of Shaw's comedy Pygmalion.

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basherala

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

A pirate's daughter finds herself orphaned when her father is hanged for his acts of piracy.

Into her life steps a gentleman privateer who declares himself her protector. He takes it upon himself to have her taught the ways of a true lady, ensuring she is well-versed in the arts of etiquette and refinement.

Not only does he provide her with this education, but he also bestows a generous dowry upon her, making her an eligible candidate for marriage. With this in mind, he begins the search for a suitable husband for her.

However, fate has other plans. As time passes, a romance begins to blossom between the gentleman privateer and the pirate's daughter. What started as a relationship of protection and guidance now evolves into something much deeper and more passionate.

Their love story unfolds against the backdrop of a world filled with adventure and danger, adding an extra layer of excitement and drama to their lives.

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mademoiselle

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

One of the very first of Joyce's heroes who wasn't a complete jerk! I truly liked Cliff.

However, I gave this book only three stars. The main reason was that I felt it could have been significantly shorter, perhaps around 100 pages shorter. The story seemed to drag on at times, and it made the reading experience a bit less enjoyable.

Another aspect that really got on my nerves was Cliff's reasons for not wanting to marry Amanda. His indecision and the way he kept wavering made it difficult for me to fully sympathize with him. I understand that he might have had his own concerns and doubts, but it felt like he was being overly complicated about the whole situation.

Overall, while I liked Cliff as a character, the book had its flaws that prevented it from getting a higher rating.

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Iamhereatlast

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

DNF

My first encounter with Brenda Joyce's work was quite an experience.

At first, I was excited to dive into her story. However, as I began reading, I quickly realized that it wasn't going to be as straightforward as I had hoped.

The plot seemed to be moving in a rather erratic direction, and I found myself constantly struggling to keep up.

The characters, although interesting in their own right, lacked the depth and development that I had expected.

Despite my best efforts, I simply couldn't get into the story.

In the end, I had to admit defeat and DNF (Did Not Finish) the book.

It was a disappointing experience, but I suppose it's all part of the process of finding the books that truly resonate with me.

Maybe I'll give Brenda Joyce another chance in the future, but for now, I'll be moving on to other reads.

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BookmanJunior112

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July 15,2025

I originally had no interest in reading this book. However, since I had derived great pleasure from some of Brenda Joyce's other novels, I decided to give this one a try. To my surprise and delight, I ended up loving this book.

It had a captivating charm that managed to hold my attention firmly throughout. The story was so well-crafted that it made me deeply care for the characters and their various situations.

Each character was vividly portrayed, with their own unique personalities and flaws. I found myself emotionally invested in their lives, eagerly turning the pages to see what would happen next.

The author's writing style was engaging and流畅, making it a joy to read. Overall, this book exceeded my expectations and I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good novel.

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akaikitsune

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July 15,2025

The book was extremely difficult for me to engage with initially.

I wasn't certain whether it was due to the narrator or simply the nature of the story itself.

I continuously checked reviews to determine if it was worthwhile to continue reading, and I'm truly glad that I did.

By the conclusion of the book, I had become fully immersed in the story.

This is my very first book of this series, as I discovered it on sale through Audible.

I will most probably obtain the other books in the series as well.

I'm relieved that I didn't give up on reading it.

Overall, it was a rewarding experience that made me eager to explore more of this series.

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