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First Line Fridays -- 03.17.17 -- A Fine Gentleman

3/17/2017
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Let's mix it up a little bit this week...
Grab the book nearest to you and leave a comment with the first line or first paragraph from page 17!


Today I am going to post a paragraph from

A Fine Gentleman
by Sarah M. Eden

This is book 4 in the Jonquil Brother Series.  You can check out the other books in this series HERE.  It is a sweet and fun regency romance and is about the brother Jason Jonquil.  All the Jonquil brothers are dashing and swoon worthy.  So I would highly recommend any of the books in this series!!
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Check out my review HERE.
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​London barrister Jason Jonquil has spent his entire life working to establish his identity as a gentleman, a man of refinement like his father and brothers. But when fiery Spanish beauty Mariposa Thornton walks into his office, he finds himself losing his grasp on his dignified character. The woman is infuriating, pushing him to the limit of his legendary patience. However, her case seems simple enough—a small matter of inheritance. Or so he believes.

Once a well-born lady, Mariposa fought to survive the brutalities of Napoleon’s war on Spain. She braved horrific perils and undertook dangerous missions on behalf of those fighting against the invading French army. But her greatest battle still lies ahead: after being separated from her family, Mariposa sets in motion a plan to reunite with her loved ones in England. To avoid drawing the attention of the French, Mariposa dons a carefully crafted persona to conceal her true purpose. As Jason and Mariposa are drawn together by the case, they come to know the people beneath the masks they both wear.

When the truth of Mariposa’s quest is revealed, the couple is pulled into a mystery that will test the limits of their courage—and expose the true desire of their hearts.
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My first paragraph from page 17:

Miss Thornton was pretty, yes.  Beautiful, if he were being entirely honest--which he always tried to be.  She was also frustrating and empty-headed and entirely confusing.
​What are you reading?  What is your first line?
​Open the book nearest you and post the first line in the comments below...
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Now head on over and join these lovely ladies in First Line Fridays on their blogs too:

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 Lauraine's Notes | With a Joyful Noise | A Baker's Perspective

(If you’d like to join us on your blog for First Line Fridays, shoot me a message and let me know!)
Dinh@Arlene's Book Club link
3/17/2017 07:30:57 am

I am currently reading The Nest by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney.
First line says "Because the three Plumbs had agreed ton the phone the previous evening that they should not drink in front of their brother Leo, they were all- unbeknownst to one another- sitting in separate bars in and around Grand Central, savoring a furtive cocktail before lunch."

I loved the irony in that statement and it hooked me in!

Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
3/17/2017 11:01:14 am

Sounds interesting. :) Thanks for stopping by! :D

Becky Smith
3/17/2017 09:23:25 am

Ooooo!! Sounds good! I will have to check out this book. I tried a new author whom Carrie Pagels recommended because she needs reviews, and I am really enjoying it! My first line is: "Young lady, my marital status is none of your concern." from Secrets & Charades by Cindy Ervin Huff

Becky Smith
3/17/2017 09:32:37 am

Oops! I have Carrie on my mind because it's her new website launch today. It was Elaine Cooper who recommended it.

Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
3/17/2017 11:02:04 am

Haha. No worries. Books and authors on the brain! ;) Sounds like a funny one!! :D

Heather link
3/17/2017 03:13:10 pm

This book and series are definitely on my to buy list. :)

Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
3/17/2017 03:50:42 pm

DO IT!!! You will not regret it! This series is fantastic! <3 :D

Heather link
3/17/2017 03:17:54 pm

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Andrea Stephens
3/17/2017 05:39:16 pm

His light tone worked. The passengers calmed. They stopped shoving one another and lined up for their turns like obedient schoolchildren. Consequently, the line moved more quickly. Four seats, three seats, then only two seats were between Euphemia and the doorway. With each step, her stomach knotted more tightly. Her heart beat as thought threatening to pound its way out of her ribs. She should have prayed to avoid Ayden. She should have dyed her hair and pretended to be someone else. She should have--
"Collision Of The Heart" by Laurie Alice Eakes

Sarah link
3/17/2017 07:25:46 pm

How unfortunate for the young lady in question that she is empty-headed.

Happy Friday!

Jessica Baker
3/17/2017 07:34:38 pm

What a great start to a book. Sounds good!

Katie Donovan link
3/17/2017 09:36:07 pm

I'll have to check this series out! Meanwhile, I've got Terri Blackstock's "If I'm Found" featuring over on my blog!

Beth Erin link
3/31/2017 09:08:37 am

I'll have to check that one out!


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