Today's letter is P.
Peerage in Romance Books
What exactly is the draw for romance books that feature peerage? Personally I am fascinated with hereditary titles, the hierarchy and the types of formal address associated within the British nobility system. I am first to admit, I know almost nothing about it and what I do know, I've learnt from romance novels.
As much I am intrigued by Dukes, Duchess, Earls etc, I would not say that a book that includes the British peer title on the cover to be an autobuy for me. In fact, I can only digest so many Duke books where he doubles as a rake.
The graphic book covers that I have featured in this post are some of my most favourite peerage historical books out there. I would highly recommend. There is nothing like getting swept away in a great historical romance.
What I don't see very often and what I would love to read about is a modern day peerage book. I would love to read about a Duke or Earl and how they handle romance with today's standards. Anyone know of one?
On a side note, I purchased a wee plot of land in Scotland and as such, being a land owner grants me the formal title of Lady. So yes, I do frequently request that my friends address me as Lady Michelle.
Peerage in Romance Books
What exactly is the draw for romance books that feature peerage? Personally I am fascinated with hereditary titles, the hierarchy and the types of formal address associated within the British nobility system. I am first to admit, I know almost nothing about it and what I do know, I've learnt from romance novels.
As much I am intrigued by Dukes, Duchess, Earls etc, I would not say that a book that includes the British peer title on the cover to be an autobuy for me. In fact, I can only digest so many Duke books where he doubles as a rake.
The graphic book covers that I have featured in this post are some of my most favourite peerage historical books out there. I would highly recommend. There is nothing like getting swept away in a great historical romance.
What I don't see very often and what I would love to read about is a modern day peerage book. I would love to read about a Duke or Earl and how they handle romance with today's standards. Anyone know of one?
On a side note, I purchased a wee plot of land in Scotland and as such, being a land owner grants me the formal title of Lady. So yes, I do frequently request that my friends address me as Lady Michelle.
Bwaha omg did you really purchase land? That's too funny!
ReplyDeleteHaymore is one of my favorites as well. That's such a good book!