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For the First Time | 
 enlarge | Author: Kathryn Smith
Publisher: Avon
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  16 reviews
Sales Rank: 157870
Media: Mass Market Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 384
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Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 4.2 x 1.1
ISBN: 0060527412
Dewey Decimal Number: 813
EAN: 9780060527419
ASIN: 0060527412
Publication Date: October 1, 2003
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Product Description
No love blazes hotter
than the one that burns
For the First Time
Devlin Ryland has returned to London in triumph, acclaimed throughout the city for his courage at Waterloo and selfless rescue of a fellow soldier. But Devlin wants no part of his newfound glory -- until he escapes to the country estate of a friend and encounters the one woman for whom he would gladly play the hero: the statuesque beauty Lady Blythe Christian. Unfortunately, the lady who so stirs his passions wants nothing at all to do with England's heralded champion. The man Devlin saved was Blythe's betrothed…who then heartlessly married another. Now the pain only intensifies when Devlin is near -- though, truth be told, she is not unmoved by the strength of his character and his considerable charms. But with heartbreak so fresh in her memory, how can noble Devlin convince Blythe to trust again…because only then can he show her what it is to be loved for the first time.
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 Beautiful story! February 6, 2008
I just had to comment on this book. I will be short and to the point; it was one of the most beautiful stories I have ever read. I love the upstanding and high moral character of Devlin. Most heroes in the historical romances that I have read, always start out as rogues or rakes, and that's okay; but Devlin was so refreshing. He knew right away that Blythe was the woman for him, and was always quick to defend her. I loved his loyalty to her and the beautiful things that he said to her. Beautiful, beautiful story!
 I, for one, enjoyed it. March 21, 2005
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is book that explores the insecurities of its characters; I happen to appreciate that, but not all readers do. It also illustrates how the right person can not only help you rise above those insecurities, but also bring out your strong points. That's what good, healthy relationships are all about.
Sometimes those inner doubts and emotions were repeated too often, and there were some other minor things that occasionally caused the pacing to drag. Otherwise it is an excellent book with characters you care about. The story never loses its focus on the romantic leads, but it also presents interesting secondary characters. I'm already eager to read Brahm's story whenever that appears.
 these characters should be psychoanalysts September 10, 2004
6 out of 10 found this review helpful
If you're looking for a guilt and self pity party, step right up to this one. These characters don't just wallow in it, they climb right up to the 10 meter platform then do a reverse 2 1/2 somersault dive right into the pity pool then dog paddle around until they've saturated themselves. Then they climb out and proceed to endlessly think about how little they deserve love and how they can't allow another human being into their lives because they *know* they're going to end up rejected. Then after they think all this, they head out to their friends' and relatives' homes and
talktalktalk about it some more. It's like reading a bunch of budding psychoanalysts the way this group searches for the deeper meaning of their childhoods, war time experiences and sex and love lives. Then when all the problems are solved with an afternoon discussion and trip down memory lane, it makes me wonder what they've been self-flagellating themselves about for 10 years and more!
I had been looking forward to trying this author because her plots sounded a little more intricate than the standard Avon stuff now but after reading reviews of her
works at all the major review sites, I'm going to trade this one in and probably
the other two I have as well. They all seem to have Wounded Heroes with
Tortured Childhoods who make their heroines prove over and over and over
how much they love them. Life is too short. D
Ahhh! Kathryn The Great! August 25, 2004
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
So, I accidentally happenned upon this lovely little book one afternoon while shopping at Wal-Mart of all places! I must admit I was slightly deterred by the cheesy cover, but I am so glad I didn't put it back on the shelf! Before I get too carried away with my feelings on Kathryn Smith, or the novel I must warn you: Read 'Elusive Passion' FIRST (as it is the Prequel to 'For the First Time.' You will not regret my advice!
That being said, this story follows the romance and passion of the Christian children. This time it's tall, lovely, and somewhat rough-and-tumble Blythe's turn to be smitten. Recently jilted by her brother's friend, she and Devlin Ryland become infatuated with one another during a hunting party at her estate in the country. Looks of longing, midnight trysts in the garden, and, well... Need I say more?
Devlin is a celebrated war hero, who wants nothing more than to live a quiet life out of the public eye. Blythe finds him licking his wounds like a proper hero in a romance novel should. She, on the other hand, is still smarting from each new encounter with her ex-fiancee. However, their mutual wounds seem to be healed in one another's arms. Ahhh!
Romantic, sensual, and just so much fun! Kathryn Smith is sure to be your new favorite. So ladies, heed my words! Curl up in your favorite chair, make yourself a cup of hot chocolate, and get ready to fall in love with this book! *sigh*
I am obviously in the minority... April 7, 2004
15 out of 19 found this review helpful
This book did not impress me. The author really wanted us to know that this heroine was tall and big. She kept referring to her as this gargantuan beast. She towers over most men and is stronger than most men. I mean, by the time I'm done reading this thing, I'm imagining someone from the WWF.And the hero in this book keeps referring to her as an Amazon. I'm sorry, but even if you're tall, no one wants to be called an Amazon! I know the guy was taller and bigger, but I just felt like it was two men falling in love (not that there's anything wrong with that). It just wasn't my idea of an ideal romance novel. I don't think I'll be picking up anything else by this author. Obviously others disagree and really liked this book. I guess to each his own.
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