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The Only Good Roman
Lia has an excellent education but will it be her downfall or her salvation?
When the Roman army comes crashing into the mansion where she tutors the Governor's children her world changes from secure and predictable to dangerous and uncertain.
Can the powerful, smooth-talking Commander convince her to risk her fate with a handsome soldier who walks an unsteady line between his superior's demands and his heart's desire?
Rich with characters, a story of love, greed, betrayal, stolen treasure, murder, and a timeless love that cannot be denied, the saga comes alive in this delightful page-turner to satisfy the need for a great tale mixed with great love. Tender and romantic, occasionally harsh and selfish, The Only Good Roman has a mix of characters and emotions to fulfill every expectation.
This is Book 1 in the saga of Lia and Darius.
Be ready to fall in love!
When the Roman army comes crashing into the mansion where she tutors the Governor's children her world changes from secure and predictable to dangerous and uncertain.
Can the powerful, smooth-talking Commander convince her to risk her fate with a handsome soldier who walks an unsteady line between his superior's demands and his heart's desire?
Rich with characters, a story of love, greed, betrayal, stolen treasure, murder, and a timeless love that cannot be denied, the saga comes alive in this delightful page-turner to satisfy the need for a great tale mixed with great love. Tender and romantic, occasionally harsh and selfish, The Only Good Roman has a mix of characters and emotions to fulfill every expectation.
This is Book 1 in the saga of Lia and Darius.
Be ready to fall in love!
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First published November 13, 2013
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Christine Elaine Black
7 books70 followersBorn and raised in the West of Scotland, Christine currently resides in Ontario, Canada. Her favourite stories to write are romantic fiction set in the ancient or medieval world.
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ANNE BOLEYN: Command of the King
THE ONLY GOOD ROMAN
THE ONLY GOOD ROMAN RETURNS
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January 11, 2015
SPOILER ALERT! Ah. This could have been so good, but the hero, Darius, was just too cheesy and cliche'. At first, I was intrigued. He was mysterious and interesting, but suddenly, he became stupid. He declares that he is fond of Lia because she "doesn't bore him." What a winner. Then, he betrays Lia by agreeing to marry her against her wishes. He promises he will keep her maidenhood "in tact." Um.....really? I am embarrassed to type that. Anyway, he further declares that he is only interested marrying for love and wants an equal partnership. He plans to abandon the Roman way and embrace her family's more progressive way of life. I felt like I was trapped in the writer's horribly unrealistic fantasy.
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July 26, 2024
DNF 30%, which admittedly isn't a tremendous commitment. It doesn't offend, I'm just bored. This book matches in a straight line along the path of its premise without having to move around anything interesting.
October 10, 2014
Review Courtesy of April Hollingworth
This is the first book in the Lia and Darius saga. Christine Elaine Black writes in such a beautiful fashion, you feel you have been transported back in time and are there with Lia and Darius. The descriptions are vivid and wonderful, the characters, what can I say I adore Lia and Darius, they are quite magnificent. The story unravels in such a way that you are dying to know what happens next. Stunningly beautiful and completely wonderful, I can’t wait to read the second part in this magnificent saga.
Opening Scene:
The Governor’s Mansion
A soldier slid a ring from his finger and pressed it into Lia’s palm.
The Review:
Lia is the Governor’s children’s tutor, her education is better than most men, let alone women. Something that either will save her, or be her greatest downfall, when the Roman army comes crashing into the Governor’s mansion. Lia’s world changes in an instant from being safe and predictable to dangerous with an uncertain future a head of her. Can the powerful and handsome smooth-talking Commander, who walks an unsteady path, of answering his superior’s demands, and keeping her safe, convince her to trust him, and risk her fate into his hands and possibly her heart? On the hunt to find a missing treasure, murder and betrayal are not far away. Will the greed of others keep Darius and Lia apart?
Notable Scene:
Darius tapped on Lia’s door first. She emerged and Darius checked himself to stop his mouth falling open. Dressed for dinner in an elegant white creation trimmed in gold, with her dark hair piled on her head and her emerald green eyes glowing, she waited for him to comment. He gently pushed her into the room and stepped inside, closing the door with a thud.
“What are you doing?” A sliver of annoyance ran through him.
She drew her brows together. “Having dinner with the commander. Is it not appropriate to dress correctly?”
“Yes, but you must be far less attractive. The commander will overlook Lady Basheria quicker than a lightening flash. I insist you change into a plain gown and arrange your hair in a less fashionable style.”
Darius returned to the hallway and shrugged at the guard. “Women! They change their mind at the last minute.”
Moments later the door opened and Lia emerged a second time wearing a dark blue gown with her hair pulled into a severe style at the back of her neck. She dazzled Darius and he prayed Anya would look her best tonight.
FTC Advisory: Christine Elaine Black provided me with a copy of The Only Good Roman by Christine Elaine Black. Published through Christine Elaine Black. Kindle Edition. No goody bags, sponsorships, “material connections,” or bribes were exchanged for my review.
This is the first book in the Lia and Darius saga. Christine Elaine Black writes in such a beautiful fashion, you feel you have been transported back in time and are there with Lia and Darius. The descriptions are vivid and wonderful, the characters, what can I say I adore Lia and Darius, they are quite magnificent. The story unravels in such a way that you are dying to know what happens next. Stunningly beautiful and completely wonderful, I can’t wait to read the second part in this magnificent saga.
Opening Scene:
The Governor’s Mansion
A soldier slid a ring from his finger and pressed it into Lia’s palm.
The Review:
Lia is the Governor’s children’s tutor, her education is better than most men, let alone women. Something that either will save her, or be her greatest downfall, when the Roman army comes crashing into the Governor’s mansion. Lia’s world changes in an instant from being safe and predictable to dangerous with an uncertain future a head of her. Can the powerful and handsome smooth-talking Commander, who walks an unsteady path, of answering his superior’s demands, and keeping her safe, convince her to trust him, and risk her fate into his hands and possibly her heart? On the hunt to find a missing treasure, murder and betrayal are not far away. Will the greed of others keep Darius and Lia apart?
Notable Scene:
Darius tapped on Lia’s door first. She emerged and Darius checked himself to stop his mouth falling open. Dressed for dinner in an elegant white creation trimmed in gold, with her dark hair piled on her head and her emerald green eyes glowing, she waited for him to comment. He gently pushed her into the room and stepped inside, closing the door with a thud.
“What are you doing?” A sliver of annoyance ran through him.
She drew her brows together. “Having dinner with the commander. Is it not appropriate to dress correctly?”
“Yes, but you must be far less attractive. The commander will overlook Lady Basheria quicker than a lightening flash. I insist you change into a plain gown and arrange your hair in a less fashionable style.”
Darius returned to the hallway and shrugged at the guard. “Women! They change their mind at the last minute.”
Moments later the door opened and Lia emerged a second time wearing a dark blue gown with her hair pulled into a severe style at the back of her neck. She dazzled Darius and he prayed Anya would look her best tonight.
FTC Advisory: Christine Elaine Black provided me with a copy of The Only Good Roman by Christine Elaine Black. Published through Christine Elaine Black. Kindle Edition. No goody bags, sponsorships, “material connections,” or bribes were exchanged for my review.
December 29, 2014
A beautifully crafted story with charming characters and a sweet romance. The writing is vivid and flows with ease. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
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