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Princess in the Iron Mask Victoria Parker 9780373131587 Books

Deeply hurt h and an H with issues in his past, a recipe for loads of angst. I really liked this story and enjoyed the main characters. I wasn't satisfied that the h got any understanding or compassion from her parents for how they'd treated her in the past. I also wished that the H had been prepared to fight for the h more after they slept together. He seemed to happy for it to end and just be a fling, that kind of storyline never really sits well with me but the h did know that about him and still chased him anyway.


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Princess in the Iron Mask Victoria Parker 9780373131587 Books Reviews

I've since discovered this was her debut Harlequin novel and I have to say it showed a bit. The story had a really good chance of being absolutely amazing but it fell short. The premise followed a princess who in essence, wore a mask. She worked as a biochemist. She lived in a 1 bedroom apartment. She didn't socialize at all and wanted nothing to do with her title. It all went back to being sent away from home at the age of 12 which shaped her drastically. The hero is tasked with bringing her back home and does it for the most part.

The thing is, the mask thing and the medical issues were interesting but the story fell really flat. I remember skimming pages to help move things along as Lucas went on about duty and honor and Claudia felt vulnerable and sad. I've said it before, if the two people would have a five minute conversation about feelings, most of the book could be skipped for something way more interesting (no I do not mean sex). It bums me out when the entire conflict really hinges on miscommunication and misunderstanding.

I haven't gone back to this author since I read this one and I'm not planning on it. It wasn't bad but it didn't make me want to explore the future of this author. To me it was another Harlequin Presents with very little standing out.

3 Stars
Published by Harlequin-Presents
May 21, 2013
192 Pages
Provided by--NetGalley
Everyone wears masks, masks to protect themselves from hurt, masks to give them courage to face situations beyond their control, no matter the person there is always some kind of mask.

Usually there is only one person that is able to make you drop the mask long enough to see the person you are underneath, and that is also the person that will show you that you no more need the mask then you need the pretence.

And in this simply spectacular début this author shows that masks are indeed overrated. The read is about Princess Claudia, she is quite the unusual kind too, she lives in a one bedroom flat in a not so great area, she works long hours as a biochemist and dresses like a frumpy old woman.

Why any Princess in the world would live in such a manner when she could have designer dresses, be living in a palace and spend her days shopping or lounging on the beach is unthinkable right?

In this read however the author very quickly showed me the reasoning behind Claudia'a actions and all was crystal clear, I could pick up that of course there is some dashing man that is going to come in and sweep her off her feet.

But what I did not see coming my dear reading friends is that the hero would be absolutely incredible, a "I only want you to protect me hero" ,this one is a real soldier that can do the entire guns blazing ,glass shattering I am coming to save you and will protect you with my life and it is no act!

Unlike other Mills and Boon Modern reads that involve a perfect gentlemanly hero, this one was so much more exciting and it was as if I was reading thrilling suspense that had met up with the world of romance to give me as reader the most exquisite perfect hero. Making this Modern the WOW one of the year!

The character of Claudia was one that I could connect with as she hides behind a mask of pain to bury the hurt from her childhood but I was also thrilled to see that she finds her strength and courage through Lucas, letting go and blossoming into a real woman.

I simply could not get enough of I'll take you to heaven and back again Lucas, he was simply amazing in every sense. Powerful, arrogant forceful in his mission, and I really loved that he also finds the courage to let go of his tormented past.

The backdrop setting was gorgeous as the author described the the lavish surroundings and also the ocean and the calm it brings to ones soul but also the recklessness when a storm hits and this matched up perfectly the emotions of her characters.I also loved the feeling of protection that was depicted through not only Lucas' s actions but his words.

The dialogue was delicious as conflict moment after conflict moment gave the book that perfect go getting spirit it needed to make it an action packed read. I loved that the author let her words really show the true heart of what the characters try to protect and what they really are.

I highly recommend this read for all readers, you will be left with breathless moments of sadness and of joy. Grab a box of tissues trust me you will need them!

5/5 star review
" For King and Country he will protect her, even if he has to keep her shackled to his bed"
Loved, Loved, Loved this book. Worth every penny. If you're considering purchasing this book then let me assure you, you won't regret your decision. Trust me.
Hands down one of the best Harlequin's I've read in a long time. Both H&H were flawed, believable and very deserving of HEA.
Fantastic debut by a new author. Well written with a smooth plot and such fun and interesting characters. Great romance. Loved the H/h. Will definitely read this author again! Kudos, Ms. Parker. Five stars. Highly recommended.
This book does a good job of mixing a romance with bigger underlying issues. It does not stay on a predictable story line, introducing both characters painful pasts and their differ ways of dealing with those issues. I was a fan of the main characters both strong willed and in desperate need of love. I was enchanted with the ending, though I thought it lacked a little in building the romance side of the story since they were trying to deal with varying other issues the whole time. Not the complete Harlequin romance, but a well written and well rounded story.
Deeply hurt h and an H with issues in his past, a recipe for loads of angst. I really liked this story and enjoyed the main characters. I wasn't satisfied that the h got any understanding or compassion from her parents for how they'd treated her in the past. I also wished that the H had been prepared to fight for the h more after they slept together. He seemed to happy for it to end and just be a fling, that kind of storyline never really sits well with me but the h did know that about him and still chased him anyway.