Published: July 10, 2010
Words: 112052 (approximate)
Language: English

Short description

Hugh has never had any trouble avoiding ties of the heart—until he recruits a beautiful young Oxford scholar to pose as his wife for an espionage mission. Inspired by Hitchcock's Notorious, this medieval romance won a Romantic Times Award. Originally published by NAL. "Once you start this nonstop read, you won't go to bed until you've turned the last page." Romantic Times

Extended description

Hugh has never had any trouble avoiding ties of the heart—until he recruits a beautiful young Oxford scholar to pose as his wife for an espionage mission. Inspired by Hitchcock's Notorious, this medieval romance won a Romantic Times Award. Originally published by NAL.

The sequel to Silken Threads. Awarded Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice award for Best Historical Romantic Mystery/Suspense. Nominated for RWA’s RITA Award for Best Long Historical Romance. Featured in Doubleday Book Club and Rhapsody Book Club.

“Patricia Ryan holds readers in her grasp with mystery and suspense worthy of a Hitchcock film. Once you start this nonstop read you won’t go to bed until you’ve turned the last page. Kudos to Ms. Ryan for bringing such a satisfying tale to life and pushing the boundaries of the genre once more.” Romantic Times... (Read more) Hugh has never had any trouble avoiding ties of the heart—until he recruits a beautiful young Oxford scholar to pose as his wife for an espionage mission. Inspired by Hitchcock's Notorious, this medieval romance won a Romantic Times Award. Originally published by NAL.

The sequel to Silken Threads. Awarded Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice award for Best Historical Romantic Mystery/Suspense. Nominated for RWA’s RITA Award for Best Long Historical Romance. Featured in Doubleday Book Club and Rhapsody Book Club.

“Patricia Ryan holds readers in her grasp with mystery and suspense worthy of a Hitchcock film. Once you start this nonstop read you won’t go to bed until you’ve turned the last page. Kudos to Ms. Ryan for bringing such a satisfying tale to life and pushing the boundaries of the genre once more.” Romantic Times

“Never one to disappoint, Ms. Ryan has once again delivered her readers a novel that packs a punch. Just as we think we have the ending all figured out, she hits us with an incredible twist.” The Literary Times

“With each new medieval from Ms. Ryan, her plotting and characters get better and better. Filled with mystery, suspense, intrigue and very passionate romance, this is an excellent example of her superb writing skills. Originally introduced in Ms. Ryan’s Silken Threads, Phillipa and Hugh are just the type of hero and heroine I enjoy in my medievals. And I quote, ‘...two opposites can unite to create something altogether new and extraordinary.’ I absolutely loved this story!” Tanzey Cutter, The Old Book Barn Gazette

“The Sun and the Moon is a real page turner. I really wish I hadn’t started it so late at night. It kept me up way past my bedtime and there is no stronger recommendation than that.” Jean Mason, The Romance Reader

“A heroine like Phillipa is a rare gem, indeed, and is such a delight to read and get to know...Watching these two accept their love for one another is a treat. The medieval setting and the court intrigues are neither ‘wallpaper’ nor overwhelming, and although this book is a sequel, it stands very well on its own. I highly recommend The Sun and the Moon and hope you enjoy it as much as I did.” Claudia S. Terrones, All About Romance

“The Sun and the Moon is an enjoyable medieval romance starring two enchanting characters. The intrepid Phillipa is an anachronism as she succeeds in her scholarly pursuit. She and the mentally and physically scarred Hugh make a wonderful couple. The story line is fun especially when Hugh turns jealous as Phillipa flirts with the odious Aldous to get him to reveal his plot. Sub-genre fans know Patricia Ryan as a household name and her newest tale will elate her large horde of readers.” Harriet Klausner

“Now this is a great medieval romance. It has a great mystery that, for once, doesn’t overshadow the romance. And I do love both hero and heroine. Keeper? Yes!” Everything Romantic

About the Author
Patricia Ryan has written more than two dozen books, which have been published in over 20 countries and won numerous awards, including Romance Writers of America's RITA for her medieval romance SILKEN THREADS. A four-time RITA nominee, she is also the recipient of two Romantic Times Awards and a Mary Higgins Clark Award nomination for the first book of her Gilded Age mystery series, written as P.B. Ryan.
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Review by: cherry coleman on Sep. 25, 2011 :
LOVED THIS BOOK....GREAT READ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Cin Cin on Sep. 02, 2011 :
I absolutely LOVED this book as I did Silken Threads. I fell love with the characters and felt like I was right there with them. Just the eight mixture of romance & suspense. I will definitely check out more of your work.
(reviewed within a week of purchase)

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