Thought the title of this blog post might suck you in. Nope, I'm not sharing my booty with you (how slack am I?) but rather I'm asking for your advice on what to buy.
I have $100 to spend on books, and I'd like to purchase some of the BEST romance novels of all time. I don't care if they're from a particular sub genre/line/series/author/publisher, whatever, I just want to know what YOU think is the best romance novel EVER. If there's more than one on your list, then please tell me what they are - I'll read the blurbs, see if they tickle my fancy, and then I'll spend up big time!
I've started reading lists on the web, and have discovered a few of the books in my library are on there. I consider it research to see what truly appeals to romance readers, and if I can read the books that readers/writers believe are the best of the genre, I can (hopefully) discover the necessary ingredients to make my own work shine. I'll also review some of the books as the months progress for those of you who are interested.
Thanks in advance!
:-) Mon
QUICK POST UPDATE: Just wanted to mention that today is R U OK? Day in Australia, and my fave hero, Hugh Jackman, is an ambassador. It's all about suicide prevention, which is a fantastic cause, so if you know someone who may be a bit down, maybe ask them if they're okay? Check out the video, plus there's also Hugh's interview about his World Vision trip to Ethiopia and his appearance at the United Nations. Aw, what a nice guy!
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8 comments:
Hi Mon,
That is such a tough question. Some people would argue that Gone with the Wind is the greatest romance ever. But I hated it.
I don't think I've read it yet so it will be interesting to hear other people's thoughts and suggestions.
Shayne
Hey Shayne,
It's funny, I loved the book but hated the movie! I found VL incredibly annoying, and SO'H was a much better character in the book.
I'll let you know what people suggest, and maybe you can borrow them off me one day!
:-) Mon
Shayne, glad to hear I'm not the only one who hated the book. I thought she was a nasty piece of works - although that was a teen perspective.
Mon, what a tricky question. I don't think I know the answer. And it's such a personal thing too. Sorry, don't think I am being much help, lol.
Oh Mon, I can't decide. lol
I love suspence and paranormal and and and and ....
I'm guessing you have the Twilight Series, I'm guessing you have Pride And Prejudice, I just read the Succubus series- it was quite raunchy but I loved how she fell for a geeky human and watched their relationship develop. You know what? When you find a really good one let me know because I'm finding it hard.
Kez
I've been plugging Georgette Heyer a lot recently, but she's just so awesome!
I'd recommend starting with The Grand Sophy or Cotillion (if you haven't already read them).
Mmm.. I wish I had $100 to spend on books... *jealous!* ^_^
Hey Anita, Scarlett isn't the sweetest character, is she? Lol. I can completely understand what you mean!
Kerri, loved 'Twilight', and have the complete Jane A collection. I don't know anything about the Succubus series - who is the author? Do tell!
Julia, I recently bought Georgette's 'The Devil's Cub' because I read it was her best. I've just started it, but I'm also in the middle of reading a Nalini Singh as well as a Harlequin medical, so not finished yet (I have a habit of reading more than one book at once!).
I absolutely love Cross Stitch by Diana Gabaldon (book 1 in the Outlander series). Jamie - sigh!
It's funny, EK, but I bought that book from a second hand bookshop on my last holiday. Didn't know much about it, but knew the author's name (of course). It's on my TBR pile, so will be next on the list. Will let you know what I think when I'm done!
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