A Night Like This

Again the magic eludes me, I wanted to love this book, I really did, and for the life of me I don't get why her books don't move me, they just don't inspire any passion in me like Lisa Kleypas' novels do.
But I guess if you are a die hard fan of Julia Quinn you will find it enjoyable, for me this novel was just a little better than meh! And it's not the writing or the likeability of the characters, I just don't know what it is.
Rosalyn Landor's performance is as flawless and as terrific as always.

This is a typical JQ book. Witty dialogue, but not much richness in the story. But this book was better than the first in the series. Rosalyn Landor, was FLAWLESS. The best narrator in Audible so far!

I love Julia Quinn and look forward to her books but this one is just okay. I found it frustrating in places and was looking forward to the end which is something I rarely do. A couple of times I even checked to see how much time was left before it ended. One dud amoungst her many other marvelous books is acceptable. I'ts not a bad or boring book entirely just not up to her usual standards.
The narrator Rosalyn Landor is faultless as always.

My younger sister, who won't read anything that has "horseless carriages", recommended this author. I, who used to never read any romance of a historical nature, being a non-fiction snob in that area, decided to give her a try. At my older sister's insistance I have read and/or listened to Amanda Quick, Lisa Kleypas, Eloisa James, Jennifer Ashley and others. My favorite sort of book has to have at least some things to make me laugh, and A Night Like This met that desire The story was excellent, with the mysterious past of the female protagonist, and the inappropriate attraction between her, as the governess, and the Earl who is the uncle of her charges. It highlights the nebulous position a governess has in a household, and how this contributes to the conflict. The dialog between the characters, including secondary one, is where you get the giggles. There are tears as well and some excitement. The narration is excellent, which is always a huge plus for me (some narrators can get on my nerves). Give this one a listen and see if you don't agree with me! :)

I have loved Julia Quinn's books forever. I have grown to expect enjoyable characters presented with humor. Fun books to read. This one was more your average historical romance with less of the humor I love from Julia Quinn. I enjoyed the children in this book, but more could have happened with them - she doesn't milk the unicorn girl for all she's worth. I still enjoyed the novel, it just wasn't fabulous, and usually Quinn is close to fabulous.

I've only read one other Julia Quinn before this. I really enjoyed the book and in some places laughed outloud. The heroine and indeed all the women are portrayed as strong which is not always the case in period novels. The narration is excellent. I'm going back for more Julia Quinn.

I enjoyed this book and recommend it if you’re in the mood for an entertaining romance with a sprinkling of light erotica. The heroine is smart, witty, not too silly. Surprisingly the hero is equally appealing, with a good sense of humor. Their personalities seem slightly 21st century to me, but after all this isn’t historical fiction.

The couple, Ann and Daniel, develop an infatuation that deepens into a strong mutual understanding and appreciation. The secondary characters are well-developed and believable. Don’t expect deep philosophy or characters that cope with historical events during this time period (early to mid 1800?). The story is deftly balanced between the love plot and the action in the characters’ lives.

This book didn’t change my life, but the characters did stick with me after I finished reading the story.

Yes

Story line weak.

Less filler It really didn't need to act out Harriet's play

Still haven't finished the book, I've been taking it in short bursts. Not really moving along smoothly.

I loved the hero and heroine in this book, the entire series is great. This book kind of over-lapped the last book in the series, like they took part at the same time so now you get to see the other side.

Rosalyn Landor is fantatstic, all the characters sounded great.

This story is fun, witty, and hard to put down.

Again the magic eludes me, I wanted to love this book, I really did, and for the life of me I don't get why her books don't move me, they just don't inspire any passion in me like Lisa Kleypas' novels do.
But I guess if you are a die hard fan of Julia Quinn you will find it enjoyable, for me this novel was just a little better than meh! And it's not the writing or the likeability of the characters, I just don't know what it is.
Rosalyn Landor's performance is as flawless and as terrific as always.