∎ [PDF] Free Stolen Petals eBook Katherine McIntyre Victoria Miller Jayne Wolf

Stolen Petals eBook Katherine McIntyre Victoria Miller Jayne Wolf

Download As PDF : Stolen Petals eBook Katherine McIntyre Victoria Miller Jayne Wolf

Stolen Petals eBook Katherine McIntyre Victoria Miller Jayne Wolf

I downloaded this novella after seeing the author advertise it on her blog. At the time it was free, but it is definitely worth buying, especially since it’s currently only $0.99!

I am a big fan of steampunk romances, but it can go wrong so easily. I was relieved McIntyre knew what she was doing. She was able to easily mix the steampunk elements into the storyline without making it confusing or losing my interest. Some author’s try to make it too complicated or can’t adequately describe what they are trying to convey to the reader. McIntyre didn’t lose me once.

I didn’t realize this novella was as short as it was. Halfway through, I noticed, and my heart broke! I want an entire series of this badass couple. I would read and love every single word. It’s been a long time since I was so wrapped up in a couple, wanting to scream at them to just kiss each other. Their banter had me laughing out loud (in public mind you) and I just overall loved them as people.

I do feel the novel could be refined a little. Viola eludes to her past a lot without revealing any information, and sometimes, it doesn’t add to the story. We learned early on that she has a troubled past that has shaped who she currently is. There is really no need to keep going back to it unless more information is revealed.

Overall, Stolen Petals is a diamond in the rough. If the author decided to make it a series, or write more about them, I can guarantee I would be first in line to buy it.


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Stolen Petals eBook Katherine McIntyre Victoria Miller Jayne Wolf Reviews

Viola Embrees runs a respectable bar, but makes her fortune as the Brass Violet, a clever bounty hunter. Unfortunately, Edward Van Clef, aka the Fox, has stolen her bounty out from under her a few times. So when the infamous Fox approaches Viola with an offer to share a bounty, she knows she’ll have to stay a few steps ahead of him to keep him from double crossing her. What she doesn’t expect is to fall for Edward’s charms along the way.

Stolen Petals is a charming, short novella, set in an alternate time. Although the author labels the story as steampunk, it’s not overly techno-driven, and the story lacks much of the steam-powered gadgets I look for in a steampunk title. The story read more like alternate timeline of some older period, mixed with some modern language and tech. It's not bad, but if you are looking for a gadget-heavy world, you won't find it here.

I like Viola and really wanted to learn more about her past and how she came to be a bounty hunter and bar owner. The author does a good job of sharing enough hints about her past to give Viola an intriguing persona, and we understand that she's had a rough time of life. This is enough to round out her character and pique my interest.

Edward is even more of a mystery since the story is never shared from his POV. We only have Viola's impressions of Edward and his reputation as the Fox. And since her perception of men, and Fox specifically, is a bit tarnished, it's tough for me to trust his character.

Their romantic journey is short; the book is only 65+/- pages, which doesn't leave much time. I felt Viola gave her trust to Edward way too easily, but there isn’t space to do otherwise and still reach the HEA by the end of the story. It is sweet and hopeful, but not enough to completely win me over.

Overall, Stolen Petals is an enjoyable, albeit short, read. The story and romance are both entertaining, yet suffer a little under the brevity of the book. If you are looking for a quick escape for an afternoon, Stolen Petals may be the perfect journey away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

My Rating B- Liked It, but I had a few small issues
Originally Posted at That's What I'm Talking About
Review copy provided by the author.
A very quick read. I enjoyed it, but parts of the plot felt a little lackluster. The main characters felt a bit flat, but it was fun to go through this short adventure with them. The end, be it satisfying, was predictable and expected. I would've liked it more if the plot deviated some from usual romance plot lines.
A great read for a short story! Viola AKA the bounty hunter known as The Brass Violet teams up w/ an unlikely partner the notorious Edward Van Clef, known to the bounty hunter world as simply The Fox. He also happens to be her most difficult rival.

Through twists and turns and a secret job, secrets, mayhem, and romance abound. Can Viola trust her most fierce competitor, who just so happens to be really sexy? Or is he just like every other man a lying, untrustworthy, horny scoundrel? Read it and find out ;)

If you've read An Airship Named Desire you'll understand the Fox's military past, if not it won't matter or send the reader into confusion. I do, however, like that "continuation" of the Desire story.
Having read this author's excellent An Airship Named Desire, I knew she was great at handling steampunk genre novels (something not everyone can pull off well). No surprise them that I really enjoyed Stolen Petals. I love how she's made her steampunk world be an ordinary part of her characters lives. It adds a bit of flavoring to a story that already works well thanks to well-developed leading characters - especially for a very short book - who have a wonderful chemistry, great dialogue, a strong plot and a neat group of supporting characters. The result? A definite winner. My only objections are that I wish it was longer and I wish this was the start of a new series, as I will miss these characters.
I downloaded this novella after seeing the author advertise it on her blog. At the time it was free, but it is definitely worth buying, especially since it’s currently only $0.99!

I am a big fan of steampunk romances, but it can go wrong so easily. I was relieved McIntyre knew what she was doing. She was able to easily mix the steampunk elements into the storyline without making it confusing or losing my interest. Some author’s try to make it too complicated or can’t adequately describe what they are trying to convey to the reader. McIntyre didn’t lose me once.

I didn’t realize this novella was as short as it was. Halfway through, I noticed, and my heart broke! I want an entire series of this badass couple. I would read and love every single word. It’s been a long time since I was so wrapped up in a couple, wanting to scream at them to just kiss each other. Their banter had me laughing out loud (in public mind you) and I just overall loved them as people.

I do feel the novel could be refined a little. Viola eludes to her past a lot without revealing any information, and sometimes, it doesn’t add to the story. We learned early on that she has a troubled past that has shaped who she currently is. There is really no need to keep going back to it unless more information is revealed.

Overall, Stolen Petals is a diamond in the rough. If the author decided to make it a series, or write more about them, I can guarantee I would be first in line to buy it.