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Secrets of a Summer Night
Secrets of a Summer Night | Lisa Kleypas
49 posts | 104 read | 14 to read
Four young ladies enter London society with one common goal: they must use their feminine wit and wiles to find a husband.So a daring husband-hunting scheme is born.Annabelle Peyton, determined to save her family from disaster, decides to use her beauty and wit to tempt a suitable nobleman into making an offer of marriage. But Annabelle's most intriguingand persistentadmirer, wealthy, powerful Simon Hunt, has made it clear that while he will introduce her to irresistible pleasure he will not offer marriage. Annabelle is determined to resist his unthinkable proposition . . . but it is impossible in the face of such skillful seduction.Her friends, looking to help, conspire to entice a more suitable gentleman to offer for Annabelle, for only then will she be safe from Simonand her own longings. But on one summer night, Annabelle succumbs to Simon's passionate embrace and tempting kisses . . . and she discovers that love is the most dangerous game of all.
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Julsmarshall
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Delightful! Loved the first book of the Wallflowers series. Somehow I‘ve never read this one. Great listening on #audio while I started to scan all of my books into #libib with the barcode scanner my sweetheart got me for my birthday. So much fun! #BookspinBingo @TheAromaofBooks

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!! 2w
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KateReadsYA
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This was such a cute, fluffy romance that had me giggling and rooting for a sweet, happy ending! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Librarybelle
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Mehso-so

I finished this one this morning as I was cleaning the house…I became hooked on historical romances during the pandemic and had not listened to this one yet. I think I‘m not as riveted anymore!

Overall, this was an okay listen. Nothing truly wrong with the story, and it‘s my understanding that the version I listened to from Audible is an updated text version from the original 2004 publication. I did find myself annoyed with the possessiveness…

Librarybelle …of the lead male character, Simon Hunt, who did not seem to take Annabelle‘s initial “no‘s” and “go away‘s” as actual “no” statements. But, as the story unfolds, you learn a bit more about Simon and Annabelle, and Kleypas introduces readers to the limited roles spinsters and can play in society. The story grew on me. Maybe I‘ll listen to book two in the series at some point, but I‘m not going to binge the series right away! 10mo
ravenlee I read a Kleypas romance a few months ago and it had some really problematic stuff, too. I don‘t think I‘ll read her again, between my experience and reviews like yours! 10mo
Librarybelle @ravenlee I read that one during my binge pandemic listen time and remember liking it, but it also makes me wonder if these stories were such good distractions for me during that time that anything would sound good. Or at least, would not make me pause and think about the underlying thoughts of the characters. 10mo
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LiseWorks
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January 26 #JanuaryJazz Secrets I read this one awhile back. @Eggs @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

Eggs 💙🌕💛 1y
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LiseWorks
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December 20 #DevineDecember Secrets I read this one awhile back @Eggs @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

Eggs Perfect 💙💙 1y
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LiseWorks
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Jan 4 #BeginsWith Secrets, This is my pick, I read this a couole of years ago. It was so so, I'm not fond of this author. I am spoiled with Nora Roberts lol @Eggs @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Perfect 💙🙌🏻📚 2y
StayCurious I love Lisa Kleypas ❤️ 2y
Eggs 💙🖤💙 2y
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rsteve388

Decided to DNF this. I didn't get very far, just wasn't too into it. I think I am gonna go back into a mystery. Or maybe a Sci-fi. We'll see.

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wanderinglynn
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I read Evie‘s story (book 3), now going back and starting at the beginning of the Wallflowers series. I enjoyed Annabelle & Simon‘s story.

#littenlisten #audiobookmonth
Book 2 for #joysofjune

Andrew65 Great 👏👏👏 3y
Chrissyreadit @wanderinglynn are you still waiting for your SITS package? 3y
wanderinglynn @Chrissyreadit yes. It usually takes 2+ weeks, which is why I rarely sign up for swaps anymore. 😉 3y
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Chrissyreadit @wanderinglynn oh no!!! I wish I had known this- I‘m happy to adjust send by dates and opening dates or match with that in mind. Gissy has similar situation in PR. 3y
wanderinglynn @Chrissyreadit no worries. 💜 I participate because I enjoy sending packages. I‘m not as concerned about getting one. 😉 3y
Gaylagal2 @wanderinglynn Has my package not arrived? If.not I'm so mad. I sent it priority and at 8am on the 9th. I'm tracking it and calling right now and I'm so, so sorry Lynn! 3y
wanderinglynn @Gaylagal2 no worries! It always takes longer to get here. It‘s the nature of living overseas with the U.S. military. It‘s one of the reasons I rarely do swaps but I love @Chrissyreadit‘s staycation swap. It‘ll get here 😉 3y
Gaylagal2 @wanderinglynn Thank you for being so sweet about it ❤️ It will just make you love all the goodies I sent even more 🤓🤙 3y
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mdemanatee
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After a slow reading week (grief, changes at work, life), I finally completed my foray into the Wallflowers. I always forget how much action Kleypas can get into a book and am excited for the rest of the series.

robinb So sorry for your troubled week, but I agree...Kleypas is wonderful. 💜 3y
mdemanatee @robinb thank you! Things are looking up and this was exactly what I needed in the downtime, even if it took me longer than usual to get to. Surprised I still have so much Kleypas backlist but also kind of glad. 3y
robinb @mdemanatee It always makes me happy to know I have a Kleypas back-up when I need one. :) 3y
Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick I hope the coming week is a better one. 3y
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mdemanatee
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Somehow have never read the Wallflowers so diving in with the purest form—a library copy that could fall apart in your hands at any moment.

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nitalibrarian
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14 of 20 #20Series20Days

My list would not be complete without Lisa Kleypas. Her Ravenels series spins off of this one and is just as enjoyable.

Andrew65 Another well recognised series. 4y
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Maidmarianlib
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A fun story with good characters

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StayCurious
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#songsofsummer #summernights @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @OriginalCyn620 This is a great romance and start to the Wallflowers series. Kleypas is one of my faves, whether she‘s writing contemporary or historical.

Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Love your pic!!! 5y
OriginalCyn620 😎📚🎶 5y
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Laughterhp
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I‘m working my way through Lisa Kleypas Wallflowers series. And I actually started on the 1st book! Probably because this is the order they are coming in from Libby.

I like reading before I go to bed, but my book light bothers the hubby. And I can only read Romance on my iPad. So I‘ve been reading a lot lately.

I loved Annabelle. And so glad that she made friends with the other wallflowers. At first I didn‘t like Simon, but he grows on you!

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swishandflick
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Loved this historical romance! I can definitely see why this series is so popular ❤️ #romantsy

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Chrissyreadit
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This looks like a good book to read on a #summernight #musicalnewyear

vamp Beautiful book😍 5y
Cinfhen And it‘s book one!!! Perfect 😁 5y
vivastory Very well done 5y
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OceanPoppy
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Lisa Kleypas is one of my favorite authors and kicking off the Wallflowers is the beautiful story of Annabelle Peyton and Simon Hunt.

CoffeeNBooks Welcome to Litsy! 📚 5y
StillLookingForCarmenSanDiego Welcome to Litsy 📖💙 5y
Eggs Welcome to Litsy. 😊👋🏻 5y
AnimalRiotPress Welcome to Litsy! 5y
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Dragon
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Thanks to @CoverToCoverGirl I‘ve started a new #romantsy series The Wallflowers ❤️🔥👍 Four young women find themselves relegated to the sidelines during the London season, alone they have been unsuccessful but together they will catch that most elusive of all prey -a rich and/or titled husband. A fun historical romp.

CoverToCoverGirl You‘re welcome! I adore her wallflower series.. who am I kidding, I pretty much adore everything she‘s written! ❤️😍 6y
EloisaJames I love the Wallflowers!! 6y
Dragon Thanks @EloisaJames ! 💜 Me too! 6y
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CrinolineDream
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1) Ice cream.
2) Beach! 🏖🌴🐚 🌊🐠
3) Strawberries 🍓
4) Travel - to a lake, beach, or any body of water!
5) More audiobooks for outdoor walking.

#manicmonday

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parasolofdoom
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Mehso-so

A good enough regency romance though there were large swathes I felt a little bored. And honestly it may have been my bad mood of the last couple days but I was not that into the MCs and skimmed over the sexy times ( don't know what it is, I enjoy the plots of romance novels but I always feel slightly bored by the sex scenes despite being the polar opposite of prudish in my single days 🤷). Starting the next book so enjoyed it enough!

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parasolofdoom
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Anyone else get super nervous when the wedding takes place with still a hundred pages to go? 😬😬😬

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parasolofdoom
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I'm blabby tonight. Another quick note about this --Iike the depiction of a *new* friendship that allows for autonomy and holding back. Female friendship is always depicted as either tell-all with the sassy sidekicks offering wordly advice or commentary at every turn or a frenemy thing. This is neither and I enjoy seeing a friendship evolve with MC still keeping her own council in some regards and falling more slowly into intimacy.

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parasolofdoom
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This us actually quite good but I'm feeling distracted. Like it's ostensibly better than Mine Till Midnight but I'm not as unaccountably addicted (I swoon for Cam even though logically as a 21st century Feminist, I have some issues with his pursuit. I'm still conflicted over this and it's been months.) I'm definitely going to be reading this whole series! I love the emphasis on female friendship.

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parasolofdoom
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I loved the Hathaways series, hope the Wallflowers is as good 🤞.

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elizabethlk
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Goodwill #bookhaul

I got a couple old favourites (half the Wallflower series!) and some books I've never read.

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Bookzombie
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#12DaysofChristmas Day 5

In this Lisa Kleypas series, 5 ladies each receive a golden ring. (I don‘t feel that is a spoiler. 😬) #5goldenrings

Nebklvr Love her writing! 6y
LibrarianRyan I love these books. 👍🏻🤓🎅🏼🎄 6y
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LittleQuail

"Short women are never mysterious, or elegant, or pursued by handsome man. And they're always treated like children. I refuse to be short"

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Gulfskye
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"Men expect to be deceived in these matters. They're happiest that way." Just finished Secrets of a Summer Night by Lisa Kleypas and this genre never ceases to entertain me!

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booksandsympathy
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I enjoyed this book. I was having a difficult time getting into it at first, but I think it was more because I was reading several books at once, and I just can't do that. Once I got back to just this book, I had a difficult time putting it down. I love the group of wallflowers and look forward to reading the next book.

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booksandsympathy
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I had to put these books on hold for the time being as I have a library book I can't renew due in two days. I'm almost done with it and then I can finish these. Until then, they are #onmynightstand #aprilbookshowers

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Johanna414
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I've discovered historical romances lately and I'm really enjoying them for when I'm stressed or not feeling well! So far, I really like Eloisa James, Lisa Kleypas and Courtney Milan - what other authors should I try?

Jas16 Julia Quinn and Sarah Maclean 7y
CoffeeK8 Meredith Duran & Sarah Maclean 7y
Jas16 And Tessa Dare 7y
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Johanna414 @Jas16 @CoffeeK8 Thanks! You guys are awesome! I just downloaded a Sarah Maclean title since you both recommended her. I see that many of Julia Quinn's books are part of a series- is it important to read them in order? 7y
nitalibrarian I recommend Julie Anne Long, Sherry Thomas, Amy Sandas, Cecilia Grant, Erin Satie, and Kerrigan Byrne. 7y
CoverToCoverGirl Julie Garwood, and Kathleen Woodiwiss are excellent! 😃 7y
Jas16 I read the Julia Quinn's out of order and still enjoyed them 7y
CoffeeK8 It doesn't really matter, characters show up after they get together, but that's not really giving anything away, you know. Also I second the Sherry Thomas recommendation! 7y
Johanna414 @nitalibrarian @CoverToCoverGirl Thanks everyone! Nothing better than a list of authors to check out!!! 👍 7y
Pinkmeghan I love Julia Quinn's Bridgerton series! Also, Lauren Willig, Tessa Dare, and Jennifer Ashley are great too! 7y
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ScientistSam
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First Lisa Kleypas! I love that this book has a solidly middle-class hero, and explains the drawbacks of the gentry and aristocracy. I enjoyed it and will definitely plan on reading more. #romantsy

Mc_cart_ny I just heard about this book earlier today and thought it sounded good! 7y
ScientistSam @Mc_cart_ny I'd definitely recommend it! 7y
EloisaJames I love this book --in my top 2 of Lisa's! 7y
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ScientistSam @EloisaJames What's your other favorite? 7y
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Deebee
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🌟🌟🌟🌟⭐
This was a reread for me and while I didn't love it as much as on the first read I still enjoyed it immensely.
#romansty #osrbc

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Purplerosiepage
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Since Lisa Kleypas's new book revisits the Wallflowers, I figured I better read them. This was a fun start to the series. #romantsy

EloisaJames I love love this book! 7y
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Daughter-of-words
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Trying to catch up on The Wallflowers series before Devil in Spring arrives on Tuesday❤️🌹😉

CoverToCoverGirl Love anything this lady writes.. she's extraordinarily talented! ❤️❤️❤️ 7y
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Thalii
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EloisaJames I have book cover envy! Not the first time with Lisa's books.. 7y
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JenicaDawn
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Y'all. This book is everything I love about historicals. Annabelle belongs somehow to the nobility class, but she is very poor and needs to marry well to support her mother and brother. Meanwhile, she's fighting an intense attraction to Simon Hunt who is not of the nobility class. He's an entrepreneur. The class dynamics in this book are so intriguing! I love seeing this side of things. Highly recommend! #romantsy #PopSugarChallenge

Jas16 Love that entire series! 7y
EloisaJames I love it too! 7y
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karenina82
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Nothing like a bit of romance at Christmas 🎄😙

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AmandaMarie
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Wallflowers are my spirit animal ❤️ #osrbc #romantsy

EloisaJames This is my favorite of the series!! 7y
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minavesguerra
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BookSale find! Got the one on the right because it matches my Autumn and Winter and that matters. #romantsy #LisaKleypas

EloisaJames It's one of my 2 favorite books by Lisa! 7y
minavesguerra @EloisaJames I just finished! My tears 😭 7y
EloisaJames @minavesguerra hugely satisfying book. I might have to reread! 7y
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stupiditypopia

I would rather die in your arms, Simon, than face a lifetime without you. All those endless years... All those winters, summers... A hundred seasons of wanting you and never having you. Growing old, while you stay eternally young in my memories.

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Kalystia
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One of the best romances I've read so far. I loved the friendship between the Wallflowers, established almost before any romance, and I appreciate that it was equally weighted in the story. The industrial storyline added depth and historical credibility too. I'll be reading the others, for sure!

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Kalystia

Surely no military officer had ever conducted a campaign with more determination than Lillian Bowman currently displayed.

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Kalystia
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When I've had a really long, draining day and I finally get to sit down with my romance book:

Tarlia Lol was this the sloth meltdown? 8y
Kalystia Yes Haha :) I love her! 8y
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Kalystia

I wasn't sure if I'd find another romance author I love as much as Julia Quinn or Sarah Maclean... But Lisa Kleypas is wonderful! The Wallflowers' friendship is so engaging, I'm already looking forward to the other girls' books! ♥️

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bookishbunny
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I don't often allow myself to indulge in a historical romance (although I don't know why), but I do need to read the rest of this series. The female friendship in this story is amazing and the insight into the class system and the Industrial Revolution on it was quite interesting.

Kalystia I'm reading this too! 8y
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Kalystia

...she still had her self-respect... And she would fight to keep it.

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kaytaylorrea
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The female friendships in this book are phenomenal and the dialogue is hilarious!

moranadatter Awesome female friendships? I'm on board! 8y
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