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A Secret Identity

When pirates storm Viscount Steven Ashford's ship upon the high seas, it brings him closer than ever to the nefarious criminal he seeks to ruin. Only one seductive detail threatens his victory: the scandalous beauty imprisoned with him, Lady Valerie Monroe. Temptation has never been so intoxicating or so forbidden, for Steven is disguised as a French priest. If they make it off the ship alive, to protect her from his enemies he must never see her again . . .

An Undeniable Love

Back in England, and under the ton's scrutiny for a reckless past she hasn't escaped, Valerie dreams of the breathtaking "man of the cloth" with whom she shared her greatest adventure. Then he reappears in society under his true identity, Viscount Ashford, but, despite the danger, their consuming passion cannot be denied. Now standing in the way of their desire are Valerie's wounded heart, Steven's lone destiny, and a villain who will stop at nothing to crush them both.

What a cool story this was. So unique – that’s what I love about Katharine Ashe’s books is that they are really like no other. This book is almost two completely different books. The first part is about the pirate ship takeover and the tortuous situation that Steven and Valerie find themselves in and the second part is back in England where Valerie is still Valerie, but Steven is a completely different person.

The conflict they face on the ship in the first part is tortuous because the Captain, a crazy one of course, wants to break Steven, the priest, by putting him and Valerie in situations where he may be forced to take her virtue. The tension in these scenes is palpable. I did not see the resolution to this conflict coming. The ideal would have been that Valerie and Steven continue on with the tension from there, but the book picks up in England where they are reunited but Steven is a complete ass. Valerie’s so confused, as are the readers, but we understand that he is trying to protect Valerie until he can ensure the danger he is facing is gone. Hard core though this is, the reader must suffer through what Valerie feels and I tell you, I, as the reader, did! Rewards are always sweeter when earning them was tough and I, the reader, was well rewarded.

I highly recommend Katherine Ashe in general – she is an extremely talented writer – and I recommend this book. Did I mention this is her debut? Amazing talent! I’m onto the second one in the Rogues of the Sea series, Captured by a Rogue Lord, and I’m excited. While sad to see Steven and Valerie go, I am assured they appear in the next book, so I look forward to it.


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Swept Away By a Kiss Rogues of the Sea Katharine Ashe 9780061965623 Books Reviews

Read other books by her & I find her stories are entertaining. This one wasn't the best though, w/ the books I read thus far by her, Ashe seems to always make the main female character too infactuated w/ the guy. But in this one, I thought, she made Valerie too desperate for Ashford's attentions. I was thinkn to myself, "Just be patient girl, let him come to you for once!" I got sick of Ashford being two-faced about the relationship. He loves her-then he rejects her w/ rude remarks, then Val cant believe it after so many times she keeps forgiving him! Overall though, it's worth 4 stars, Ash FINALLY realizes he cant live w/o Val.
I went in to this so excited because I love Katharine Ashe's writing style. My excitement made it through the first part of the book but quickly took a nosedive. The hero turns into the biggest jerk! Not only that but the heroine loses her vitality from the beginning and turns into a wuss. I was thoroughly disgusted with both of them! I'm hesitant to read anymore in this series as this one put me off of this author. I know I'll get to it eventually, but I'm not in a hurry like I was in her Prince Capture series which I loved!
I thought I had all Katharine Ashe's books but for some reason I didn't have this one. After re-reading In the Arms of a Marquess (Rogues of the Sea Book 3) a couple of days ago, I decided to add this book to my collection. Before I go forward with my review, I can only say that In the Arms of the Marquess is an absolutely unforgettable book. If you haven't read it, you might consider taking a look at the book's description and check out some of the reviews.

In this first book of the "Rogues of the Seas" series, we have a heroine, Valerie, who was apparently banished to America for a couple of years due to her rebellious behavior which is somewhat explained over the course of the story. It's obvious she had issues with her father - she never calls him anything but "the earl" and eventually the bits and pieces reveal further information about their relationship which apparently was never fulfilling and has resulted in the wounding of Valerie's soul to the point these wounds will flavor her future relationship with the man she will eventually fall in love with.

Valerie's brother has inherited the title and he's married to Valerie's best friend, Anna, so Valerie is looking forward to going home and has been on her best behavior, deciding to turn over a new leaf and hopefully, she will be accepted back into society. But, unfortunately or "fortunately" depending on your opinion, the ship she's sailing on is taken over by pirates and this sets up the story very nicely for the romantic relationship with Valerie and a pretend French priest, Father Etienne La Marque, who is actually Steven Ashford in disguise - a disguise he's used for several years in his efforts to halt human trafficking on the high seas.

Steven and his partner, Maximin, have big plans for this journey across the high seas and Valerie was never part of the plan. When the ship is taken over, Steven must do everything he can to continue the plan he and Maximin have in motion, while attempting to protect Valerie as much as possible. Valerie is a brave, courageous girl but she is very confused about her attraction to Etienne and the events that take place once the pirates board the ship. In truth, I was a bit confused about what was going on myself - just had to continue reading until it became clear. Eventually, Steven's and Maximin's plan works out and all is well on the ship, but not before Valerie and Etienne/Steven have been thrown together in ways that will cause Valerie to never be able to forget Etienne/Steven. Steven has been greatly affected also but fights it to the point he is willing to have her put on another ship and go on her way to England.

**Spoilerish** A few months pass and eventually Steven's and Valerie's paths cross again in England where he's actually a titled peer. His "business" takes him there to his godparents' home where a house party has been planned and of course Valerie has been invited. More confusion arises in Valerie's heart and mind because initially, she recognizes Steven as Etienne and doesn't understand why he is there as Steven Ashford. To further complicate matters, Steven makes it clear she means nothing to him. This part disturbed me quite a bit because Steven ran hot and cold with Valerie leaving her confused and her heart torn up. Even though she stands up to him in an admirable fashion and even goes so far as to make plans of her own which she thinks will help Steven in his efforts relative to his business, she's mostly hurt and wounded throughout most of the story.

Even so, their relationship is very vital and romantic in many ways. Steven comes across as being a man of great integrity and honor and he's actually trying his best to stay as far away from Valerie emotionally as possible because he doesn't believe he can ever bring her into his world - it's simply too dangerous and he's not about to give it up. It is his passion. Of course, he's been dealt a "love blow" so to speak when it comes to his future because his heart will not dismiss the lovely, courageous Valerie.

I would have given this book 5 stars, but I felt the storyline was a bit schizo in the hot/cold attitude of Steven. It was simply too much at times. Still... their relationship and love is not easily forgotten.
A Secret Identity

When pirates storm Viscount Steven Ashford's ship upon the high seas, it brings him closer than ever to the nefarious criminal he seeks to ruin. Only one seductive detail threatens his victory the scandalous beauty imprisoned with him, Lady Valerie Monroe. Temptation has never been so intoxicating or so forbidden, for Steven is disguised as a French priest. If they make it off the ship alive, to protect her from his enemies he must never see her again . . .

An Undeniable Love

Back in England, and under the ton's scrutiny for a reckless past she hasn't escaped, Valerie dreams of the breathtaking "man of the cloth" with whom she shared her greatest adventure. Then he reappears in society under his true identity, Viscount Ashford, but, despite the danger, their consuming passion cannot be denied. Now standing in the way of their desire are Valerie's wounded heart, Steven's lone destiny, and a villain who will stop at nothing to crush them both.

What a cool story this was. So unique – that’s what I love about Katharine Ashe’s books is that they are really like no other. This book is almost two completely different books. The first part is about the pirate ship takeover and the tortuous situation that Steven and Valerie find themselves in and the second part is back in England where Valerie is still Valerie, but Steven is a completely different person.

The conflict they face on the ship in the first part is tortuous because the Captain, a crazy one of course, wants to break Steven, the priest, by putting him and Valerie in situations where he may be forced to take her virtue. The tension in these scenes is palpable. I did not see the resolution to this conflict coming. The ideal would have been that Valerie and Steven continue on with the tension from there, but the book picks up in England where they are reunited but Steven is a complete ass. Valerie’s so confused, as are the readers, but we understand that he is trying to protect Valerie until he can ensure the danger he is facing is gone. Hard core though this is, the reader must suffer through what Valerie feels and I tell you, I, as the reader, did! Rewards are always sweeter when earning them was tough and I, the reader, was well rewarded.

I highly recommend Katherine Ashe in general – she is an extremely talented writer – and I recommend this book. Did I mention this is her debut? Amazing talent! I’m onto the second one in the Rogues of the Sea series, Captured by a Rogue Lord, and I’m excited. While sad to see Steven and Valerie go, I am assured they appear in the next book, so I look forward to it.