Guest Book

Name:
Date:  05/20/15

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I have to tell you that I love reading your books. Your characters come to life and make me smile, even laugh at loud, at their situations and reactions. You provide a much needed vacation from everyday cares. My current favorite is Wedded Bliss. I just wish there were an audio book to go along with it. Thank you!

Name:
Date: 04/04/15

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I have them all and wait eagerly for the next one, I almost choked reading miss lockhearts letters I laughed so much, I would recommend each and every one, thank you

Name: Karen Hixson
Date: 02/24/15

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I have so enjoyed your books over the years. I have them all! I have been sick for about a month. In between waking up and sleeping around the clock, I have been reading all my old favorites of yours that are in the bookshelf right by my bed. Thank you for the enjoyment all over again.

Name: Scotty Gallamore
Date: 12/31/14

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Dear Barbara, When I started reading Regency romances, I soon found myself with a collection of more than 500 titles! Now I am downsizing - eliminating authors whose books I enjoyed - but not as much as the authors who became my favorites. I'm sur you can guess who my favorite is! (Initials B M!) PLEASE keep writing - what I like about your books is your play on word series and your GREAT sense of humor. And THE HOURGLASS is my super favorite!

Name:
Date: 11/14/14

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You are one of my favorite authors. I grab anything with your name on it and read them repeatedly. Your "voice" is unique and absolutely delightful, especially in the contrast between humor and dire straits. Thank you for adding that lightness to our lives.

Name:
Date: 11/14/14

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Comments: I have so enjoyed your books. My mom doesn't usually read fiction but when I read your books to her we both enjoy a good laugh together. I have a pretty vivid imagination and you write so well that I can picture everything in my mind as if I am watching it in a movie. Thank you.

Name: Rhonda Gowen
Date: 11/03/14

I just read "The Hourglass" and appreciate the eloquent bit on pp. 329-330 about experiencing grief. I know you are known for humorous writing but you can write the gamut of emotion.

Name:
Date: 10/27/14

Dear Barbara, I really enjoy your books and mostly they give me a good laugh. My favourite is Father Christmas but I have to say that the hero would not need permission to marry his cousin's widow only his brother's widow. I often wonder what happened to this happy family.

Name:
Date: 10/26/14

Wedded Bliss was such fun (as your books always are) but you'd have real problems getting from a morning in Kew to an afternoon at the Towet even now, never mind in the 19th century (when the river would be your best option).

Come to London and I'll walk you round the city!

And thank you for the witty books.
 

Name: Monique
Date: 10/26/14

Hi my name is Monique. I just read your "The Hourglass" novel and it was beautiful, clever, and magical. It only took me a day and a half to read it. I couldn't put it down. Your story line was so unique and unexpected, that it eclipses many other novels I've read that were too predictable.

Name: Terr
Date: 07/31/14

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Thank you Barbara! I love your plots, your delightful characters, and most of all, the BEST dialogue in Regency Romance. Thank you also, for this website, with its list of all your books. I know I will be browsing websites for the books I haven't yet read.

Name: Jennifer Foster
Date: 07/12/14

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Dear Barbara, I really enjoy your books and mostly they give me a good laugh. My favourite is Father Christmas but I have to say that the hero would not need permission to marry his cousin's widow only his brother's widow. I often wonder what happened to this happy family.

Name: Scotty Gallamore
Date: 07/03/14

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Barbara - I have ALL of your books. I love them because I like writing that displays humor. PLEASE keep them coming - one a year at least?

Name: Mary G.
Date: 06/12/14

My Dear Ms. Metzger,

Words cannot begin to relate, at least my words lol, how your books have provided solace in my grief as an unexpected widow. Your books take me to places I am not able to go on my own. And they are wonderful places. I am fascinated by the workings of your mind. You are, in my opinion, truly unique and of great value to probably more people than even you can imagine. I have never left an author a comment, but my heart was filled with joy, as I read and reread the books you have gifted us. I am so truly in awe of your imagination. You must be a fun person to be around. Thanks again for the respite and the joy.
 

Name: Nancy Ward
Date: 05/18/14

Comments:

Miss lockheart primrose path lady innkeeper to name but a few that have made reading a absolute pleasure, my husband has threatened to have me relocated to the shed if I don't stop laughing so that he can listen to the football commentary, thank you.

Yours Sincerely,
N Ward
 

Name: Barbara Betts
Date: 04/11/14

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I just finished reading The Hourglass. What a wonderful story, very different, and SO funny. It had me laughing all the way through, and I look forward to buying more of your books.

Name: Jane Gray
Date: 01/01/14

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I had bounced three lesser Regency Romances of the wall before starting "A Perfect
Gentleman" Thank you for sharing such witty story of such a wonderful and imperfect
gentleman ( who has just fainted, again ). I would gush some more, but this book just won't
wait any longer!

Name: Jackie Cox
Date: 12/21/13

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Dear Barbara, Thank you forever for your "Little Miracles" short story from 2000. I re-read it every Christmas with great joy. Love your humor.
 

Name: Diane
Date: 12/17/13

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I am constantly in search authors with the caliber and style of Georgette Heyer and have enjoyed many of your books. Recent Kindle purchases have resulted in my writing the following review of "Compromising Miss Tisdale" by Jessica Jefferson, "I thoroughly agree with Old Latin Teacher and her one-star review. Unfortunately, this kind of sloppy writing and editing is too common in many recently (and, it seems, hastily) published Kindle books. I'm going back to the exquisite writing skills of Georgette Heyer and Barbara Metzger!!" Following that review, I ordered the rest of your books to read. Thank you for your diligence and dedication to quality story lines and fine writing skills.
 

Name: Christine Sexsmith
Date: 11/21/13

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Dear Ms. Metzger, I have just finished reading, "A Loyal Companion". It was a wonderful story, lifted my spirits, and made me laugh out loud! "Fitz's" commentaries are priceless. Thank you for sharing your creative, humourous, and endearing stories with us.

Name:
Date: 09/22/13

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I have loved your books for 20 years, and would eagerly await each new one that would be released. No one writes with the same kind of humor that you do and I so enjoy re-reading my collection of your books. Sometimes they are a lot better than the new ones that are released. I hope you are doing well, and enjoying your retirement. You have earned it by providing your readers with years of enjoyment. God bless you.
 

Name: Liz
Date: 08/26/13

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I discovered you books this spring and love them. Your characters are a hoot. I've read almost all of them . Regency romance is my favorite genre. Thank you
 

Name: Kathleen Gilbert
Date: 08/26/13

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Love your books! I read many mysteries but after a reading a few hard-boiled ones, I have to read one of your lovely books to make me feel happy again. Thank you for all the enjoyment I've received.
 

Name: Christine Hindman
Date: 07/19/13

Comments:

I have loved your books for 20 years, and would eagerly await each new one that would be
released. No one writes with the same kind of humor that you do and I so enjoy re-reading my
collection of your books. Sometimes they are a lot better than the new ones that are
released. I hope you are doing well, and enjoying your retirement. You have earned it by
providing your readers with years of enjoyment. God bless you.

 

Name: Katey
Date: 07/13/13

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I'd never been much of a romance reader, but have the print copy of THE DIAMOND KEY and
thought it very sweet. Then I read some of the others.. I thought SAVED BY SCANDAL was the
funniest I'd ever read. Today I read DEBT TO DELIA and had to stop reading I was laughing so
hard. I don't know how you do it, but please, please DON'T STOP! Thank-you so much.
 

Name: Scottish
Date: 06/06/13

Comments:
Barbara, I recently began reading your books and must compliment you on your skill as a
writer. I was particularly impressed with an older novel of yours , "An Angel for the Earl".
I generally avoid Fantasy Regency, since I have found historical truth far more interesting
than most writer's fantasies (time-travel romances really bother me). What suprised me with
"An angel for the Earl" was your use of fantasy situations as allegorical devices to discuss
God, Truth, and Love. Something attempted by many but few accomplish so well as you. The last
chapter was a Masterpiece in the regency genre. My one BIG complaint was the lack of an
Epilogue. This reader wanted to read more about the Lucy & Kerry characters. Why not include
them as secondary characters in future novels. They are characters a reader can learn life
lessons from. You are great at wit and laughter in your work, but I think you are a good
teacher as well.

Name: Elinor
Date: 05/10/13

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My grandfather has been reading regency romance novels for decades now, and as a connoisseur he recommended An Affair of Interest to me, giving me his copy a few years ago when I asked if there were any I might borrow as I have always been finnicky about my love stories. While growing up, my mother set me on to Georgette Heyer, and The Devil's Cub quickly became my favorite - however an Affair of Interest will always rank beside it, as more lively and more witty and with much more emotion. It is a story that makes me laugh and lets me feel a little bit of that sweet heart break that many readers cannot help but enjoy because of the promise of satisfaction at the end. Thank you for An Affair of Interest. I have no idea if you enjoyed writing it, but I will always enjoy going back and reading it again.
 

Name: Robin Ballard
Date: 05/05/13

Comments:

Since Jane Austin wrote so few books, THANK GOODNESS for Barbara Metzger. The women are strong, the men are realistic and there is always a dog. Her books are laugh out loud funny. I enjoy the family series and the few that include a bit of fantasy.

Name: Merry
Date: 03/20/13

Comments:

I've only read a couple of your books and am looking forward to reading them all. Would like
to know if there is a printable list of your books?
 

Name: Sharon Cole
Date: 01/26/13

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I have been a big fan forever,, I loved the regency Christmas stories but have read all of your books I could.possibly get my grubby little paws on. My favorite story in the Christmas stories was Little miracles about the church mice. Also liked the valentines stories , especially the one about the King of Rock and Roll. Love your use of alliteration . You are one funny and creative lady . Was sorry to hear of your friend Edith Layton s death. She was a great storyteller also. Loved the stories about the dogs in the Christmas regencies and all her other books also. God Bless .

Name:
Date: 01/17/13

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Am reading "A Worthy Wife" and began to visit on-line stores before finishing it so I can start building up my own Barbara Metzger "library." When I laugh aloud while reading a book, that's a sure sign to me about the author's wonderful wit. Thank you for the promise of hours of pleasure buying your Regency romances.

Name: Penny King
Date: 01/17/13

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I love everyone of your books but Miss Lockharte's Letters & Lady Whilton's  Wedding are two of my favorites. I'm just glad I was able to buy them in e-book format. My paperbacks are falling apart from being read so often. You manage to inject such humor in your books and yet it doesn't take away from the wonderful relationship building between the H & H. I sincerely hope you change your mind and add some more wonderful books in the regency genre.

Name: Misty Fouts
Date: 12/31/12

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Am reading "A Worthy Wife" and began to visit on-line stores before finishing it so I can start building up my own Barbara Metzger "library." When I laugh aloud while reading a book, that's a sure sign to me about the author's wonderful wit. Thank you for the promise of hours of pleasure buying your Regency romances.
 

Name: Maggie
Date: 09/24/12

Comments:

I've spent the summer glomming your backlist on my Kindle and loving every word. I came late to reading (and writing) romance, so these books are wonderful gifts. Thank you so much for the inspiration!

Name: Diane
Date: 09/24/12

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I am a huge fan of your Regency novels. I recently finished reading all of them and from Bething's Folly to The Bargain Bride, they have been an absolute delight! What makes your books really special is your talent for combining good historical romance with a healty dash of wit and humor. I hope you will return to the Regency genre soon.
 

Name: starr
Date: 08/04/12

Comments:

Love your books and look for them in every used book store I come across. Also have my
sister looking for your books in used books store in the state she lives in.

Name: Leslie
Date: 07/18/12

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I just finished reading three of your regency novels, the ones about those hilarious heroes who can't lie. I LOVED them, I found myself laughing out loud and in tears with one line about when inspector Dimm sent Rex off with the older safe cracker and he wanted to know if he should feed him and put him in the  sun..... I laugh still it was such a funny moment. I truly love your stories, they are so well crafted.
 

Name: Marianne
Date: 07/13/12

Comments:

I have spent the last week icing my back and reading everything you have out for e-reader. Other than my frustration with electronic editing, your work has saved my sanity. I am particularly fond of Fitz in A Loyal Companion.

Name: Carol
Email: brusseau72@verizon.net
Date: 07/06/12

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Hi Barbara, Life Guards in the Hamptons was great! Just loved Oey and her lisp. I have 2 Newf grandogs Molly 6 and Lucy 3. You described them perfectly. They do not run, they bound! and even though they are not longer puppies, they still try to climb my lap. They Are loving, friendly big dogs who are gentle. They go to "daycare" and Molly takes care of all the little dogs. When she lies down for a nap, the little ones will even climb on her back and nap too. The others lie down as close to her as possible. Carol

Name: LaVon Moffett
Email: LaVonMoffett3@msn.com
Date: 06/24/12

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Hi Barbara,I love your books. I have 2 in paperback and the rest on my kindle. I check every few days to see if anything new has come out on Kindle. What a great writer you are, I love the sense of humor you put in the novels. Are you still writing? Is there anything new coming out in the near future...thanks LaVon Moffett

Name: Joan
Date: 06/21/12

Comments:

I found your name while browsing the internet. I Love Regency romance, and you caught my eye. I haven't read you yet, but I'm about to run out to my favorite bookstore to pick up a few titles. I'll be sure to let you know how I liked it.
 

Name: Yolonta
Date: 06/04/12

Comments:

I recently finished reading "Love Louisa". I enjoyed it thoroughly and I found that it was difficult to put the book down.

Barbara responds:

If you liked LOVE, LOUISA, you might enjoy the new series of contemporary magic set in the same place. They are the Willow Tate novels of Celia Jerome, starting with TROLLS IN THE HAMPTONS. You can see covers and read excerpts at www.celiajerome.com.

Name: Lenore
Date: 06/04/12

Comments:

I have done many a happy dance in thrift stores upon finding a Barbara Metzger regency romance, but it was a very haphazard experience. Now I am so enjoying the opportunity to read your books on my e-reader. Thank you!

Name: Brittany Villarreal

Date: 05/24/12

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Dear Barbara, I LOVE your True Love Trilogy, but I was wondering if the second book The Scandalous Life of a True Lady would be coming out as an e-book? I have looked everywhere (even the publisher) and I can find and have already purchased the other two. It's my favorite book of the trilogy and would love to purchase it for my NOOK.

Name: Gretchen
Date: 05/02/12

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I was just checking your website to see if any new books were in the works, and discovered your pen name for contemporaries I'll be purchasing one soon, but I still love your Regency books and hope you have more for us sometime. In the meantime I'll re-read your older works. thanks for the fun and Keep 'em coming!

Name: KATE
Date: 03/06/12

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One of my favorite authors--I always look forward to her funny intelligent characters

Name: Jodi
Date: 03/01/12

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Oh, the hours of enjoyment your books have given me, and now I discover you also write fantasy? I hope they are as full of your humor as the Regencies. Will be looking for my first one this week.

Name: Joyce Crossman
Date: 02/27/12

Comments:

Thank you for the hours of pleasure I have by reading your wonderful books. Please keep writing Regency ...you are really the best at it since Georgette Heyer.

Name:
Date: 01/09/12

Comments:

Love your books so much! I think I have read them all. Would like to know if new ones are coming in the future?

Barbara responds:

Hi and thank you for your comment and for liking my books!
I am sorry to report that there are no new Regency historical romances coming, only the old ones in e-book formats. Right now I am writing contemporary fantasy under a pen name, and having a wonderful time with them.

You can see what I am doing at www.CeliaJerome.com.

Name: Wendy
Date: 12/26/11

Comments:

I am so happy to see that more of your books are being released as e-books. I want them all, so please keep them coming. New, old, it doesn't matter, I love them all.

Name: Betty Foley
Date: 10/13/11

Comments:

Always loved your regency books, especially your Christmas ones. Any chance there will be new ones in the future?

Name: Cheryl from Cinti
Date: 10/09/11

Comments:

Hi Barbara,

Just read your short story of "A Perfect Fit" from the anthology, THE TRUE LOVE WEDDING DRESS. Loved! Loved! Loved it- but it was too short! Thank you for the escape from the real world.

Cheryl
 

Name: Tammy
Date: 09/23/11

Comments:

I just read Wedded Bliss,the first I have read of any of your books and I have never laughed so much. I thoroughly enjoyed the clever, witty, charming characters, and absolutely plan to search out more of your books to read. Thank you for a very enjoyable read.
 

Name: Patricia Waddoups
Date: 09/07/11

Comments:

I would love to see all of your books available e-book format. Just love the stories and the humor.

Barbara responds:

More e-books are on the way. Keep checking the E-Books page.
Thanks for asking.

Name: Miya Lake
Date: 08/21/11

Comments:

Dear Barbara, Not a week goes by without me checking your site for any signs of a new book from you.Long time fan waiting impatiently for a new book from you.Please hurry. Miya

Name: Margaret
Date: 08/16/11

Comments:

I miss having a new book every year from you. Your writing is unique and such a joy! Please write more more for lovers of your books

Name:
Date: 08/09/11

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Dear Barbara, I loved your book The Hourglass! I read it while was on vacation at the beach! I laughed so hand I almost wet myself! Would you consider making The Hourglass part of a series of books?

Name: Shaz
Date: 06/07/11

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I have been reading Regency Romances for several years now. This happenbed to be the only RR in the library, and I had never heard of Barbara Metzger. I borrowed it. Im glad I did. It was suspenseful, touching and totally hilarious. I have only read one other author (British) whose book was a 'barrel of laughs'. Unfortunately I was not recording authors at that time. Now I want to read all Barbara's books. Keep up the good work!

Name: kathyc
Date: 05/14/11

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Thank you for all your delightful books. I hope you keep writing regency romances the way you do because you have made me laugh in some difficult times.

Name: Barbara Worthington  
Date: 05/12/11

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Dear Ms. Metzger, To everything there is a season, or so they say, and regrettably the season for regencies has past. However, I still have the pleasure of re-reading all your old books. Whenever the family soap opera starts getting me down, I grab one of your regencies, and by the time I've chuckled and chortled my way to the end, things don't seem so overwhelming anymore!

Name:
Date: 03/26/11

Comments:

Dear Barbara - without question you are the finest regency romance writer in print - even Mary Balogh, whose books I have collected since she began writing cannot compare with the plots your delightful imagination conjures up, the unforgettable characters that sprint to life as your stories develop, the tenderness and generosity of your heros and the free spirits of your heroines. I greatly miss your contemporaries - Layton, Mansfield, and Ivory whose work was always satisfying and original, but your place as number one gal is undeniable! Would love to be able to purchase more e books for my kindle, and have added all that Amazon has until now (March, 2011), so let us know when the early works will be available. Good health to and yours and my thanks for unimaginable hours of pleasure thru your books.

Name: Krystle
Date: 03/19/11

Comments:

Hi Barbara,
I just discovered your books and am already a HUGE fan! I'm working my way through your backlist and actually read 3 of your books last week. I hope that you'll have new releases soon-ish, because I'm going to run out of your books to read!

Thank you very much for taking me out of my day-to-day stress for hours at a
time!

Name: Loretta McCorkle
Date: 03/01/11

Comments:

My sister and I enjoy your books very much. The wit and humor in them often has us laughing out loud. We look forward to reading more of them. My favorites have been The Christmas Carrols, Father Christmas, The Primrose Path, and Miss Lockehart's Letters. I hope more of your earlier titles will be published in the new
e-format soon.

Thank you for the hours of pleasure you have given us.

Barbara responds:

More e-books are on the way. Maybe in April. I'll post a notice here as soon as I get e-publishing dates. Thanks for asking.

Name: Paula Miller
Date: 02/20/11

Comments:

Hi Barbara, I've just read through several of the previous comments posted on this site. I agree heartily with all of them. I,too, want to thank you for the hours of reading enjoyment. You must have so much fun imagining the funny things your characters do and say. I just finished Snowdrops and Scandal broth. Mr. Dimm is a very sympathetic character...and a reoccurring one. Thanks again.

Name: V
Date: 01/25/11

Comments:

I am a reader from India. Love your books. Discovered them on Kindle. Is there some way to alert your readers when more of your older titles are released on Kindle?
V

Name:
Date: 01/18/11

Comments:

Just enjoyed Luck of the Devil on my new-this-Christmas Kindle. It's wonderful to have your earlier Regencies available at a reasonable price. Thank you!!!

Name: Triada
Date: 12/24/10

Comments:

Hello from PA! I've read your books for years now and I have enjoyed every one. I have to say my all time favorite is Lady In Green. I re-read that story so many times, I had to buy another copy because I wore out my first copy! And it still never fails to get me laughing. Thanks so much for the laughter and wonderful stories.

Name:
Date: 12/16/10

Comments:

I just finished The Hourglass. To be honest during the first few pages I was not sure I was going to like the book. Oh, how I was wrong. Such a serendipitous borrow from the library. The unique twist to the book of Ardeth's situation, the humor, the interplay of his and Genie's thoughts and emotions, the unexpected plot twists all added wonderful layers to the story's depth. As this is the first book of yours I have read, I hope to discover that this is the first in a plethora of others based on the colorful characters you introduced on these pages.
 

Name: Julie Smetzer
Email: julesbabe202@yahoo.com
Date: 12/13/10

Comments:

I just finished The Hourglass. To be honest during the first few pages I was not sure I was going to like the book. Oh, how I was wrong. Such a serendipitous borrow from the library. The unique twist to the book of Ardeth's situation, the humor, the interplay of his and Genie's thoughts and emotions, the unexpected plot twists all added wonderful layers to the story's depth. As this is the first book of yours I have read, I hope to discover that this is the first in a plethora of others based on the colorful characters you introduced on these pages.

Name: Geri Inama
Date: 12/05/10

Comments:

Enjoy your books, and have enjoyed them for years. They keep me laughing and in suspense. Thank you.

Name: Marilyn Rondeau
Date: 11/02/10

Comments:

Dear Ms. Metzger,
I have long been a fan and have many of your books in paperback or hard copy. As I patiently wait for delivery of my new KINDLE I am happy to see that you have some in e-book form. Yippee.

I don't know who picks out your covers but they are far and away the most gorgeous covers I've ever seen. A perfect match for the glorious content that is contained within.

Love you,
Marilyn

Name: Joyce
Email: gentle_enigma@yahoo.com
Date: 10/29/10

Comments:

Having trouble getting your email address to work so will write you this way. I really enjoyed "Bargain Bride" and also really got a kick out of the quotes from "A Chronicle of Arranged Marriages," by G.E. Felber. I haven't been able to find anything about it on the internet. Did you write that too? If it's an actual book, I would love more information. Thank you very much. And please keep writing--you're wonderful!

Name: Louise B Mercer
Date: 10/22/10

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I discovered your books by chance and have bought everyone I could find. I love the humor and they sometimes make me laugh out loud. Please keep writing and thank you for allowing them to be e-books. It is easier to hold a e-book reader than a book with arthritic hands. Thank you again.
Louise

Name: Dorothy
Date: 09/23/10

Comments:

I have read and re-read your books until the characters have become old friends. Saved by Scandal is probably my favorite because of the humor, but each one can be counted on for chuckles and good times. Is Christmas Wishes a new story or a  re-issue of the previous book? Thanks for all the hours of pleasure your skill as a writer have given me and so many other readers.
Dorothy

Name: Kelly
Date: 09/04/10

Comments:

I loved "Minor Indiscretions" when I read it as a teenager & have kept it on my bookshelf through 2 moves. Every time I read it, it brightens my mood. I also shared it with my grandmother, who enjoyed it. I didn't realize you had written so many books - I'm looking forward to reading them all.
 

Name: Barbara Kuterbach
Date: 08/28/10

Comments:

Hi Barbara, I really enjoy your books. I laugh, I cry, I sign with pleasure. Every one is an immediate favorite. I've just finished "The Hourglass", which I found very inspiring. I will be looking for "Christmas Wishes" in November!

Name: Beth
Date: 08/29/10

Comments:

I am recovering from the shingles, very few spots, but lots of nerve pain (the virus attacks the nerve) and am on medication for that. I just finished 'The Rake' and 'A Worthy Wife'. I have never laughed out loud so much, and it especially took my mind off how much pain I was in. I enjoy your books more than I can tell you. Keep writing. I am not sure how many I've read, but I have begun to keep a list in a small notebook.

Name: Donna
Date: 08/21/10

Comments:

Thank you for hours of enjoyment reading stories with humor, well-defined characters and romantic "love" scenes that I'm not embarrassed to be caught reading!! If a chronological list of Ms. Metzger's work could be included in this site, I would appreciate it, for then I could set about collecting! Thanks again.

Name: melissa fields
Date: 07/29/10

Comments

I have only recently read one of Barbara's books. I have never before read a romance from a dogs perspective and I have never laughed out loud so much either! I hope to be able to obtain more of her books. Please continue with the most original works that i have ever had the joy of reading!

Name: Amy
Date: 07/06/10

Comments:

Dear Barbara Metzger,
I am a new reader of your novels and I absolutely love what I've read so far. I have the hardest time putting the books down and I have the blues when I have completed a book. I wish the stories never end. I just thought that I'd tell you, because you can never hear it enough!!

Name: Beth Terrell
Date: 05/31/10

Comments:

I am a fan of the Regency Romance novels, however, after having read more than 50 of them in the last few months, I am SO impressed with the 'love' scenes in Ms. Metzger's books. They are clean, fun and charming. I have become so very tired of the grossly explicit scenes in most of the romance novels. Those descriptions take away from the real story. I have just discovered Metzger's writing & will read as many of her books as I can find.

Name: Bettye Lou
Date: 05/21/10

Comments:

Thank you for your endeavors - witty and fun to read - I smile and laugh often. Love your books. Thank you again. I just hope all of them can be located to enjoy! Have read all that the Ft. Bend County Library system offers. These are worthy of rereading after a period of time like Dick Francis' wonderful books - shall look for them for permanent status in my library.

Name: Carole
Date: 05/01/10

Comments:

I absolutely loved the book "A Perfect Gentleman." I hope to find more of Barbara's books to read as I am sure I won't be disappointed in any way. What a talent with wit, charm and humor.

Name: Ida Kotyuk
Date: 02/24/10

Comments:

When my friends ask what is so great about Barbara Metzger books, I tell them Metzger is the Oscar Wilde of regency romances. It is wonderful, and oh so rare, to find a writer with such wit and who never disappoints. My first priority is to clear eight hours whenever I pick up a Metzger book, There is NO way I am putting it down again.

Thank you Barbara for hours of fun.

Name: Kathleen Pfeiffer
Date: 02/02/10

Comments:

There are few writers whose work I will buy and read knowing it will be worth the money and time without question. Yours always deliver. I don't even need to "read the jacket" to know if it will be worth my time. If the author is Metzger, Veryan, Aiken-Hodge, Stewart or Holt I know it will be a keeper and reread. Thanks for the pleasures and in your case the gentle humor that makes me laugh out loud.

Name: M
Date: 01/08/10

Comments:

Thank you for writing all these books old and new. I had a wonderful time and keep chuckling while reading, especially the older ones. I don't go out often and reading and sometimes movies are my only friends. Your books entertain most of us readers who are out of a job. It passes the time and prevents you from tearing your hair out.

Name: Margaret Stewart
Date: 01/01/10

Comments:

I often see Barbara Metzger's name on other anthologies I purchase that include authors I enjoy. I found "Christmas Wishes" in the local library's book store (inventory supplied by library patrons for resale at low low prices). Purchased it and ENJOYED. When I found "BARGAIN BRIDE" at a bookstore this Christmas, I purchased and read immediately. DELIGHTFUL in every way.

I would like to see a PRINTABLE BOOK LIST on this web site.
Thanks for many hours of reading pleasure!!!!!!

Name: Charleen Kirchhoefer
Date: 12/17/09

Comments:

Barbara ,
I am an avid reader of historical romance novels . I am currently reading my first of your books . The title is The Bargain Bride . I am only on page 51 and I have to say it is one of the funniest books I have ever read . I find myself not just amused but actually laughing out loud . I will look for your name on the jackets of books in the future . Just 51 pages into my first Barbara Metzger and I am a fan .

Name: Cathy Plichta
Date: 12/02/09

Comments:

Hello Barbara, I have just discovered your books and am enjoying reading as many as I can get my hands on! I love the House of Cards. I was wondering if you might write a book for Harriet from Jack of Clubs. I adore the little hoyden!

Name: Silva
Date: 11/29/09

Comments:

By chance I came a cross a couple of your older books and loved them so much that I have put all of your newer works on my wish list list and hope to get them during this coming year. Your style is wonderful,witty and fresh and a joy to read. Thank you.

Name: Cathy Vasquez
Date: 10/04/09

Comments:

I love the Regency period in England's history. I happened on books two and three of the True Love trilogy and now have just purchased book one, Truly Yours. I just finished the Scandalous Life of a Lady and will start on Daniel's tale today, while I wait for Rex's book to arrive. Thanks for the great stories and happy endings! Love the spy intrigue, also. That's how I also found Tracy Grant and C.S. Harris!

Name: Anna
Date: 08/14/09

Comments:

I actually will be reading your books for the first time. I have ordered as many as I could find both new and used. However, could you please tell me the true love trilogy what 3 books belong? It was a little difficult to decide if I had found them all. Regards Anna in Sweden

Barbara responds:

How wonderful that you are reading my books! I think there are some Scandinavian translations, but I've never seen them.
Here is the order for the trilogy:
TRULY YOURS
THE SCANDALOUS LIFE OF A TRUE LADY
THE WICKED WAYS OF A TRUE HERO
I hope you like them.

Best wishes, Barbara Metzger

Name: Dorothea Holloway
Date: 08/06/09

Comments:

Love your books thanks for the hrs of enjoyment. They are a needed escape from stress of today's world.

Name: donnarudebusch
Date: 07/28/09

Comments:

I have read most of your Regency books and enjoyed each one Keep on amusing your readers for years to come

Name: EL from Cleveland
Date: 07/12/09

Comments:

My mother and I have been sharing your books for years. We adore your books enough that it became a Christmas tradition for me to order her any books of yours that had come out the previous year so that she wouldn't miss any. The blend of the universal quest for love and understanding with a thorough appreciation of the absurdity of the human condition makes for books that we read again and again. And even after several reads, they still never fail to make us smile all the way through, and by the end, we feel that warm glow that says life is worth living. Thanks for all the happy memories, and please keep up the wonderful, creative work you do!

Name: Phil Wright
Date: 07/11/09

Comments:

Barbara,
I've just finished The Primrose Path and Saved By Scandal. I love the way you mix wit into your storylines. I'll have my library order as many of your books as they will for me.

Name: Joanie Langfitt
Date: 06/28/09

Comments:

Just picked up "The Hourglass" and absolutely loved it, could not put it down. You are a master at mixing romance, history and humor. Plan to go to the local book store to pick up more of your books. Keep up the wonderful work!

Name: Deevy Greitzer
Date: 06/14/09

Comments:

Dear Barbara, You and Georgette Heyer are my favorite Regency writers. There are not many books I can reread many times, just to watch the story unfold, so amusingly. Yours are especially wonderful because they often come with dogs who have stronger personalities than the people in other writer's books. Thank you for many, many happy reading hours. Love to Tino.

Name: Laura
Date: 06/04/09

Comments:

I was wandering in a shop yesterday and came across seven Regency books I hadn't read. Only problem was, I hadn't brought my wallet, and only had enough change to buy one. Well, I saw "The Diamond Key", and thought "Of course! Barbara Metzger's books are always the most enjoyable." So that's the one I bought. And I wasn't disappointed.

Name: michelle perry
Date: 03/19/09

Comments:

I have loved reading and collecting your books for over thirty years. I started reading them when I was in high school, and you have been my absolute favourite author ever since. I also read Edith Layton, Joan Smith, Carla Kelly, and other regency books from when I was sixteen, if I can find them. Your books are worth their weight in gold to me. I'm starting a collection for my fourteen year old daughter, because she loves them too. Thank you so much for over thirty years of reading pleasure. I'm finally going to try my luck at writing one, but not to be published. I just want to try writing one for fun. Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Michelle Perry

Name: Myeshea Alexander
Date: 03/04/09

Comments:

I recently purchased "The Hourglass" at a local store cause the name was catchy, and I have to admit I loved it. This is one great love story. Barbara Metzger you have a new fan.

Name: Arlene
Date: 03/03/09

Comments:

Ms. Metzger,
Thank you for your enjoyable books. So often they have that special touch that makes them such an enjoyable & unexpected read. I just finished re-reading Truly Yours and the blurb at the back reminded me that I want to reread Hourglass.
Thank you & please keep writing.

Name: Sharon K Cole
Date: 12/30/08

Comments:

Ms. Metzger
I am a huge fan of your novels. They're always charming and witty, and they have great social commentary in them also. Since I first discovered them in the 90's, I wait impatiently for the next one to come out. In recent years, I especially enjoyed "The Hourglass", and am now awaiting Daniel's story from the "Truly Yours" series. I love your short stories in the Signet Christmas anthologies. I especially loved the one about the church mice with the Biblical names, and the one with the "King" in it. Thanks so much for all the enjoyment you have given me and others with your talent. God Bless, Sharon Cole

Name: Barbara
Date: 12/04/08

Comments:

Delighted to find your web page...I have read ALL your books...I am a total Regency fan...In recent years authors have written and described so much sex that it becomes rather disgusting...I truly don't understand how explicit sex with all the moans and groans add to anything...I just finished the Christmas 2008 book...as always...love your humour...anything you write is a plus. Have read the card trilogy twice...and saving them to read again on cruise in Dec.

Name: Joyce K Quackenbush
Date: 11/20/08

Comments:

I love your books! My favorites are A Loyal Companion and Lady Whitmore's(?) Wedding. Will you write a third book for what I call the "Truly Royce" stories? I wonder if Daniel will really choose a large country girl that everyone assumes he will or someone petite and polished.

Please, I'm begging you, keep your stories clean. I hate porn.

Name: Karen
Date: 09/22/08

Comments:

I love your books!! I think that I have almost all of them. Years ago when I would read a book, I thought wow this is so funny - I have to find some more - well they were all yours! So I set out to find them all.I have many many Regency's that I save for reading over and over. I NEVER get rid of yours for space for another one!!!

Name: Danielle Thorne
Date: 08/14/08

Comments:

I've never been a big romance reader (besides Jane) because I felt the writing lacked technique and the genre was often filled with nothing but soft porn. I'm so happy to have picked up an e-book and discovered some of Barbara's work. I'm on my third book and happily engaged in good fun regency reading.

Name: Leah Cline
Date: 08/06/08

Comments:

Dear Miss Metzger
I just finished reading "Jack of Clubs". Thank you for creating such a refreshing, delightful book. I also want to thank you for the many books of yours I have read and the many hours of pleasure. I look forward to reading many more of your books.

Name: Gina
Date: 07/29/08

Comments:

Dear Barbara,
I have read your books for almost a decade, since I was in middle school - thank you for continuing to write! The series you have right now, with the truthtellers, is great. I had to go to 3 bookstores for the latest though, so I hope your sales are going ok. My favorite of yours is still Snowdrops and Scandalbroth, esp because of the male virgin hero & the vivid word picture of the initial lady's snotty nose). I have just read your interview with Risky Regencies, which was great! I hope your trademark humor will be able to come out to play more in future books.

Any news on the next book that will be out? Will it be on the cousin in the family? (I'm sorry, I'm really bad with names...Daniel? the one with the rash)

Sincerely,
Gina
A Faithful Reader

Name: Margot
Date: 07/07/08

Comments:

Dear Barbara Metzger
Congratulations. Your new book is fantastic. I enjoyed it very much. Now you have to write Daniels story! I hope you will. My favorite  book is "The Hourglass" because of "Olive". Thank you for many lovely books.
Best wishes from a fan from Denmark

Name: Joan Nolan
Date: 05/25/08

Comments:

Dear Miss Metzger,
Just want to tell you that I have been reading and rereading your books for many years. And I'm looking forward to your next release. Please keep up the good work. And thank you for the many hours of enjoyment.
Joan

Name: Dorris Pewonka
Date: 04/28/08

Comments:

I have enjoyed your books for a number of years and they are always the ones I look for first when I go to a bookstore. I have quite a few, but would like to get some of the older ones, namely A LOYAL COMPANION and LUCK OF THE DEVIL. If you could tell me where to find them, I would appreciate it very much.

Name: Osiris Cornejo
Date: 04/25/08

Comments:

Really, truly enjoy your Regencies. First, they have a set in the past feel. Secondly, the humor. Oh, thank you for your sense of humor. Fabulous humor. Amazing! Third, I like the frequent inclusion of dogs! I've been picking up the older books. Love 'em!

Name: Arlene
Date: 02/06/08

Comments:

Read your House of Cards trilogy & loved it. Now I'm finding your Signets at the Used Bookstore & snapping them up. I absolutely adored Miss Treadwell's Talent. I literally laughed out loud in spots.

Today I read A Debt to Delia & just chortled. It was so great to see an almost trite situation turned on its ear (the 'I must repay this life debt by marrying my dead comrade's sister'). It hasn't quite been used enough to be trite, but it's close and I loved how you wrote it.

Name: Beverley Liebelt
Date: 11/13/07

Comments:

I have always enjoyed your style of writing and that you are not afraid to introduce us to some quirky characters and unexpected themes which open up one's imagination. I am currently reading "The Hourglass" and having a hoot of a time imagining the crow-gremlin Olive. Keep up the good work.

Name: Jan S
Date: 10/11/07

Comments:

Just finished TRULY YOURS and I TRULY loved it!! Cannot wait for TRUE LADY next year. Will that be Harry's story? or Daniel's? Looking forward to it.

Name: Barb Glaser
Date: 10/07/07

Comments:

Your books are a joy, your characters unique and delicious, your plot complications ever a whirlwind of humor and surprise, your writing a continual marvel and delight! Wishing you health, strength, and many, many more wonderful stories to continue enchanting your fans.

Name: Nora
Date: 09/15/07

Comments:

Just finished "Truly Yours" and loved every page. I know that the topic is supposed to be serious one, BUT, I could not help but laugh through some parts of it. Some of your phrases are so eloquent, that they made me laugh out loud. One other note, your paranormal are not as dark as some that are out there. Most of those books I will not even pick up, but yours are fantastic. Anxiously looking forward to your next book. Hopefully the saga of the Royce family will be continued.

Name: Judy Gibson
Date: 09/04/07

Comments:

Just finished Truly Yours, loved the premise and would like to see the rest of the Royce descendents paired. I have always loved the way you take one word and play with the variety of meanings it can have. I have 30 of your books and 10 short stories- mostly in the Christmas collection.I see your name and the only thing I check is to be sure I don't have it already. I know I will enjoy the book and they seem to be just getting better.

Name: Terry Jean
Date: 07/12/07

Comments:

I too would like to join your list of fans. Your books are so entertaining, I do love to laugh. Your witty comments on life are most appreciated.

Name: Hovaida Arain
Date: 07/06/07

Comments:

You know, people always think that Regency Romances are fluffy and pointless and basically an excuse for soft porn (!!) but to people who say or think that, I would give them a Barbara Metzger book. Always unpredictable, well written, warm, funny and highly descriptive; I feel as if I am living them. I personally think I have better vocabulary, grasp of Regency era history and highly developed sense of humor (ahem) mostly because I am a HUUUUUGE fan of Regencies and more particularly, Barbara Metzger. Please, don't EVER stop writing! I have been reading your books since I was a teenager living in Pakistan and am now a 30 year old Chicagoan. There's nothing like a Regency to bring the world together, I say!

Name: Cheryl from Iowa
Date: 06/21/07

Comments:

I'm reading A Debt To Delia right now, and it's delightful. I've also read A Loyal Companion, and I intend to read all the Barbara Metzger books I can get my hands on! I love that animals play such important roles in the stories. Plus, the books are well written and entertaining. You can't ask for more than that!

Name: Emily
Date: 05/29/07

Comments:

Love Love Love all your books! Never fails to make my day. So amusing and very witty!

Name: Martha from Missouri
Date: 05/23/07

Comments:

Love your sense of humor!

Name: Akilah
Date: 04/30/07

Comments:

so far i've only read wedded bliss but it was awesome and im looking 4 more of her books

Name: Toby
Date: 04/23/07

Comments:

It is great to read well written novels in which the characters have fun and are humorous. In today's world we need more quality entertainment like yours. Keep up the good work.

Name: Ramona Newhouse
Date: 04/15/07

Comments:

I just finished your twofer (Rake's Ransom and A Loyal Companion) and when I started the second, I thought "Oh, no -- a talking dog.

I just want to apologize for my initial reaction. I actually enjoyed the book a great deal and especially liked Fitz's acid comments about people and customs (many of which could apply today!).

So far, I haven't read a single Metzger that I didn't like. Thank you.

Ramona

P.S. The only two of your books I have been unable to get (mainly pricewise!) are your first two (Bething's Folly and The Earl and the Heiress)!

Name: Karen
Date: 04/13/07

Comments:

I loved The Hourglass. Very creative plot! Snowdrops and Scandalbroth was the first book I read. I laughed so hard my sides were hurting on that one. You created an instant fan.
You rock and you keep me laughing!

Name: Dolores
Date: 04/12/07

Comments:

I can't begin to tell you how much your books mean to me. I am going on 73 and have read every book you have in print. Every story is different. This has to be a gift from the Lord. Everything I want in a book is there in yours. Please keep on writing.

Name: Lee
Date: 03/22/07

Comments:

Your books are a delight, but too often they're hard to find - especially the older ones. This is the first time I visited your site (which I shall bookmark)- looks like I've a lot of catching up to do! It's such a pleasure to read well-written, witty stories - they brighten my day.

Name: Vicki Parker
Date: 02/27/05

Comments

Havenrecently read 'A Worthy Wife'. Absolutely wonderful!! Have read over 1000 books over the last 4 years but this rates as just the best one for sheer enjoyment. Am looking forward to finding lots more!!

Name: Dale Cook
Date: 02/20/05

Comments

Dear Barbara: I read about you in Sunday Newsday 2/13/05 and went to the library the next day. I took out A Debt to Delia and read it in a day - and thoroughly enjoyed it. I'm a big Jane Austen fan and had no idea Regency Romances could be so much fun. Thanks for a great read. All the best in 2005.

Name: Cathie
Date: 02/18/05

Comments

Barbara, i heard some great things about THE DUEL! I'm looking forward to reading it. I wondered if this book was connected with any of the other books of yours (by characters or anything) thanks. Cathie

Name: Carolyn Butler
Date: 02/15/05

Comments

Dear Barbara Metzger: I just finished THE DUEL. I saved it for the last of the batch that I had ordered in January; and it was absolutely wonderful! I loved Ian; but Lord Carswell made me howl with laughter. This was so far above what some of the "newest" Regency "stars" are capable of; and where I thought (& still believe) some will never ever be able to go. Thank you for letting us hardcore fans of the genre know that good writers are still out there. You handled everything (& everyone) with such grace & humor. I can barely wait for my second reading. Many Thanks!

Name: Linda
Date: 02/13/05

Comments

ah those photos of you and the dog are so cute.i have two poo-poo's ,i call them but they are two yorkshire terriers.they are family.your website looks very nice and i was wondering if you ever run contests for your fans and readers?happy valentines day and have yourself a great 2005 .take care of that little pooch.ontario,canada

Name: Patti Rowell
Date: 02/11/05

Comments

Hello-- I just read The Enchanted Earl and adored it! I laughed and laughed. Thank you. It was delightful. Patti Rowell, writing as Patricia Frances Rowell http://patriciafrancesrowell.com

Name: V.W. Strawderman
Date: 02/01/05

Comments

Not since Heyer have I been so entertained by a Regency novel. Your sense of humor and comedies of manners are "suit me to a cow's thumb." I smile, I laugh out loud and read passages to my spouse, who is a great Austen fan. Would that someone would make films of your stories!

Name: James Skilton
Date: 01/30/05

Comments

Have been reading your books for several years. I cannot see how you can have written so many; it must take years to squeeze all that humor into each paragraph! I'm still searching for more of your oldies. Keep up the good work.

Name: L.C. Martin
Date: 01/26/05

Comments

Barbara, I discovered your site through Harvey Klinger's Agency site and am so happy to have found another talented author to add to my list! Looking forward to reading your work.

Name: Erin Mills
Date: 01/26/05

Comments

Hi Barbara! When I was 14, Minor Indiscretions was the very first regency I ever read (still my favorite, with the Earl and the Heiress and Rake's Ransom following a close second) I just wanted to say thanks for all the laughs over the years! I own just about every book you've ever written...I've re-read them each many times over. Your ideas are great...I'm looking forward to many more hopefully! :) Thankyou! Erin Mills

Name: mrsmel
Date: 01/22/05

Comments

Ms. Metzger, I like your site. However, a little suggestion, a summary after each book title would be nice. I am in the process of hunting down all your past titles and a short summary would let me know which ones to find first. Your writing style and sense of humor is awesome.Your command of the english language is excellent. Its evident in the play on words and puns found in your works. Keep up the excellent work. God Bless and continued success.

Name: Bev Liebelt
Date: 01/21/05

Comments

Hi Barbara, Just wanted to add to all the other writers to you. I thoroughly enjoy your regencies, especially as I am guaranteed to get a good laugh out of them. Where do you come up with all the great and different ideas? Keep up the good work. Love the website - especially the photos of Hero. Cheers.

Name: Rosemary
Date: 01/09/05

Comments

Just finished my first Barbara book - A Perfect Gentleman. What a hoot! Thanks for the laugh-out-loud Regency. I've had the flu and you kept me company while keeping me laughing. Thanks for the cure. Looking forward to finding the rest of your books to enjoy. February and the new release can't come fast enough. Happy 2005.

Name: Linda
Date: 01/08/05

Comments

hello from canada.a wonderful website.i accidently surfed to your site looking for author's contests.by from ontario,canada