Heart of Stone
Heart of Stone is the latest in a long line of captivating Cornish historical romances from the superb pen of talented storyteller Jane Jackson! Rich in period detail and atmosphere and full of drama, action and romance, this evocative historical romance is so well-written and so densely-plotted that I devoured the book in a single sitting!
Jane Jackson’s ability to bring to life eighteenth-century Cornwall is simply stunning and readers will be enthralled from the very first page as they are swept away by her mesmerizing narrative, her resourceful heroine, her flawed hero and the nail-biting pathos and poignant tenderness which pervade throughout the story. Fast-paced, wonderfully romantic and riveting from start to finish, Heart of Stone is another triumph from the outstanding pen of Jane Jackson.
Julie Bonello – Singletitles.com
I adore Jane’s books because they’re so well rounded. Sarah Govier is a really strong heroine and easy to warm to, and the same is true of James Crago, the hero. Sarah’s little boy, Jory, is a real scene-stealer. And I loved learning so much about granite and gunpowder – her research doesn’t show because she weaves it in so well, but I know she’s meticulous about details (and they’re fascinating) so I tend to look for them. Highly recommended.
Kate Hardy – winner of the RNA Romance Prize 2008.
Bonded Heart
Jane writes beautiful (and realistic) Cornish historical romances – and this cover is just so evocative. Roz is a very, very sympathetic hero; Bran is utterly gorgeous. Their mothers are realistic and well-drawn (both have the mother from hell, in different ways). There’s a fabulous sense of community in the book (I especially liked Jack and Nell, the pub landlord and his wife). There’s a villain and a half (Petherick is a very realistic nineteenth-century corrupt aristo); the gritty bits and social snobbery made me so angry on the heroine’s behalf (very much how I felt when I was reading George Moore’s Esther Waters, which I’d rate as one of my top ten nineteenth-century novels); and the ending is just brilliant. Congratulations, Jane, on your milestone. And on such a wonderful read.
Kate Hardy – winner of the RNA Romance Prize 2008 (Read Kate’s full review of Bonded Heart on her Blog)
Devil’s Prize
Jane Jackson always writes with plenty of flair, intelligence, style and sensitivity and Devil’s Prize is certainly no exception! Fast-paced, romantic, moving and evocative, with Devil’s Prize, Jane Jackson once again proves herself to be a storyteller of outstanding prowess who possesses the ability to tell a thrilling, powerful and passionate story that readers will not want to forget!
Singletitles.com (read the full review)
Devil’s Prize is sure to please readers of historical who love a swashbuckling saga with a little spicy romance on the side.
Roberta Austin for Romancejunkiesreviews.com ( full review)
Jane Jackson’s latest Cornish historical romance, Devil’s Prize, is a sweeping tale of perilous intrigue, forbidden passion, destructive sibling rivalry and deadly secrets that will leave you breathless!
The Chain Garden
The Chain Garden is more than a straightforward romance; it is also a study into the nature of guilt and the effect it can have over the human mind and heart. Jane Jackson’s novel is satisfying on many levels, well-written and pleasurable to read.
Historical Novels Review
Wonderfully evocative, atmospheric and marvelously told, The Chain Garden is a spellbinding tale written by a writer who never fails to mesmerize and captivate her readers.
Singletitles.com
Dangerous Waters
Gripping, enthralling and unputdownable, Dangerous Waters is historical romance at its absolute best!
Singletitles.com
Eye of the Wind
Combines the grittiness of Catherine Cookson with the romance and period detail of Georgette Heyer and the result is delightful…’
Rachel A Hyde for www.myshelf.com
This is a first class historical novel, showing a Cornish lifestyle of 200 years ago, coupled with a gripping storyline.
The West Briton
The book has a thriller feel, and will please romantics who like a little mystery at the same time.
Packet Newspapers
Cornish, historical, romantic and well-written… I loved Eye of the Wind
Christina Jones, bestselling author of “Going the Distance”
Tide of Fortune
… the writing was stunning, and so realistic I could feel the salt spray on my face.
Historical Novel Society Review
Jane Jackson’s 4th book TIDE OF FORTUNE is a thrilling adventure story set on the high seas. It has all the ingredients that readers who are familiar with the writing of Patrick O’Brian, Alexander Kent and C S Forester are famous for: perilous seascapes, bloody sea battles, races against time and tide, gallant sea captains and salty crew, exotic locations but with a twist! The story is told from the point of view of an inexperienced nineteen year-old girl, Kerenza Vyvyan, who might have stepped out of a Jane Austen book. I expected TIDE OF FORTUNE to be a light, romantic read but found, to my surprise, that it was a well researched, gripping tale that had me eagerly turning the pages to see what happened next to the engaging heroine and her honourable captain.
Reader review from Amazon.co.uk
A Place of Birds
A well paced tale… lucid, effortless style with plenty of atmospheric period detail.
Historical Novel Society Review
The Iron Road
Lovers of fiction skillfully woven with historical fact will enjoy this author’s latest novel.
Historical Novel Society Review
Love’s Ransom
A super romance. This is the first work by Dana James that I’ve read and it was written back in 1989, so I’m sure there are more out there and I’m going to be looking for them! 5 Stars.
Snowfire
Snowfire written by Dana James and set in Iceland is one of the best Harlequin Romance books that I have read! 5 stars.
Readers’ comments
Pat Tidy
I have read a number of your books and have enjoyed all of them. I really did enjoy “Devil’s Prize”. I love reading books about adventures at sea, especially stories about the early 19th century or earlier. “Tide of Fortune” was another good story. It is always interesting to read stories which include Falmouth. I love reading about what life was like years ago. Another good read was “Eye of the Wind”. This was a really gripping story which I must read again sometime.
Mike Truscott
Devil’s Prize’ is a devil of a good book! My only ‘complaint’ is that it didn’t go on for much longer! Its wealth of fascinating historical detail, the absorbing story line and the vivid portrayal of the delightful characters and locations leave you wondering whether Jane Jackson is a reincarnation from the period.
Doreen Christmas
Soft curves and secret hollows, highlights and shadows. Sheer poetry. ‘Devil’s Prize’ is an absorbing tale of believable characters. The Cornish dialect added much to the atmosphere of the story. Well done, Jane. I loved it.
Sylvia Hoyle
I love to read your books as it all happens in our lovely part of the County of Cornwall. The characters are wonderful and full of detail and there is always a twist to the story. But it is the first page – it gets you going from the start so you can never put it down until you have finished it. I have loved the first book to the most recent, ‘Devil’s Prize’. I cannot wait until the next book.
June Petrie
I particularly enjoyed ‘Eye of the Wind’ because of the local Cornish setting and the meticulous historical research which helped to make a very absorbing read!
Glenwood Carlyon
When reading a book or a play, there are two things I look for, storyline and depth of characterization. On reading ‘The Chain Garden’ I was taken by the various storylines of mother, father, mistress, daughter, sons etc, all interwoven into one interesting story. The characters were very well defined. I could picture them as I read even to the point at times of hearing their voices in my mind. This is the first of your books that I have read but it will not be the last.
Thelma Heard
Harlyn Tremayne was the first of your books that I read and I enjoyed the Cornish connection, the place names as well as the hero and heroine. ‘The Chain Garden’ was one of my favourite stories – you make the main characters so real and by the end you love them both! The smuggling story, ‘Devil’s Prize’, had a very intriguing plot. Your research and imagination are to your credit.
Diane Wills
I had not read a book for 11 years when I was given ‘Eye of the Wind’. Once I started to read it I was hooked and could not put it down. Romance with twists and turns and remarkable attention to detail on historical facts including the clothes worn and herbal remedies used. My favourite book has been ‘Dangerous Waters’ and I’d love a sequel!
