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: Mary Cay Senger
Date: 03/16/07
Comments:
I love your books and look forward to each new one. "The Hourglass" was
delightful. I have many of your books and reread them. The "Lady in Green"
is one of my all-time favorites! I hope your books keep coming for a long
time. Thank you for giving us books with love and humor combined.
Name: Margie Reed
Date: 03/10/07
Comments:
My goodness, where to start... we read A Loyal Companion years ago and fell in
love... our all time favorite is An Affair of
Interest... when I get rich I intend to own every one... because they are all
equally wonderful...Thank you for writing!
Name: Gail
Date: 03/08/07
Comments:
I love THE HOURGLASS. I hope it's the first of at least a trilogy! Lots of bad
guys needing redemption......and I hope each of them has his own gremlin.
"Olive" was a hoot.
Name: Ramona
Date: 02/26/07
Comments:
A Metzger is an automatic buy and an unquestionable "keeper" for me!
Name: kathleen
Date: 02/20/07
Comments:
I have just discovered your books and am trying to find all of them to read.
Your books are funny and romantic and just make me feel happy.
Name: Roxanna
Date: 02/01/07
Comments:
The new book will be here next month!! Yippee!!!! I love your books. I've read
most of them, but am hoarding the last few so I can have something I know is
good to read when I really need the "fix." Thanks!
Name: Crystal
Date: 01/26/07
Comments:
Ms. Metzger,
(smile)
I am still laughing over The Duel!!! I have never read such a thoroughly
enjoyable book. I laughed alot and reread many lines for a second chuckle!
Can't wait to get to the book store to buy it and to the library to read more of
your books. It is my hope that they are just as well written and I have another
romantic author's books to put in my home library.
(smile)
Crystal
Name: jackie dabbs
Date: 01/26/07
Comments:
I love your books. I started with Gentleman, Duel, Ace, Jack and Queen. I have
started locating others (I hope your list of books on your website is up to
date)through the public libraries. As soon as I have read those, I will start at
used book stores. HAVE YOU WRITTEN UNDER ANY OTHER NAME? (Like Barbara Mertz,
Barbara Michaels, Elizabeth Peters has) I love the Regency era books. Great,
Great. Makes me want to live in that period if it wasn't for running water,
electricity and modern medicine.
Name: sharon pratt
Date: 11/09/06
Comments:
I just finished reading the Card trilogy and loved
them. Looking forward to your next book. I will look for some of your older ones
as well.
Name: Nita Weller
Date: 08/27/06
Comments
I just want you to know that you have brought many a smile, giggle and even out right belly laughs from me. I can always count on you to cheer me up. Thank you for all the fun. 'Nita Weller
Name: Anne Andrews
Date: 07/18/06
Comments
I have always bought most of the Regency romances put out by Signet (and Zenith), especially yours as you are one of our favorites. Why have they recently stopped publishing "Regencies" and is there anything we can do to get them published
regularly again?
Name: NConnetta
Date: 07/08/06
Comments
I always look for your books at the bookstore. Here's to many more.
Name: tonya johnson
Date: 06/27/06
Comments
I loved all the Carde family. Couldn't wait to find Queenie. Please do more trilogy's. I also like the double stories in one book. I really enjoy reading the humor and romance. Thank you.
Name: Jessee
Date: 06/18/06
Comments
just finished Ace of Hearts. I loved that the love interests were imperfect! And that Alex had a cowardly, sense of humor! Very fun conversations. I also loved that he took over the doggie. My only complaint, is that there was no final sex scene. ah well, still cute.
Name: Barbara G
Date: 06/16/06
Comments
I just finished reading Jack of Clubs and enjoyed it tremendoualy. It is a wonderful novel full of warm romance and pleasure. I laughed a lot too. I'm looking forward to The Queen of Diamonds.
Name: Black
Date: 06/16/06
Comments
thankg mates i like this blog
Name: Deana Petty
Date: 06/13/06
Comments
I also want to thank you for providing so many wonderful escapes, filled with laughter. I love you sense of humor and fun. My favorite was THE PRIMROSE PATH.
Thank you
Name: Jeretta
Date: 06/04/06
Comments
Thank you so very much for letting me escape to your world. The antics of your inhabitants have provided me with hours of enjoyment. I am trying to collect all of your books for my very own Barbara Metzger Library. when I need a lift, all I have to do is go reread one of my "special" books. It is hard to pick a favorite,but I adored "Miss Lockharte's Letters". I can't wait for "Queen Of Diamonds"
Name: Susie F
Date: 05/15/06
Comments
I love the new site! So clean and elegant. Way to go!
Name: Jean
Date: 05/10/06
Comments
I have been a fan of yours for many years. Your books are always 'keepers'. Thank you for many hours of enjoyment and I look forward to reading Queen of Hearts as soon as it comes out.
Name: Cindy
Date: 05/10/06
Comments
Dear Barbara Metzger,
You are one of my favorite authors. I have read many of your books, and I look forward to reading many more. Your humor and light hearted touch with the material makes for an enjoyable read every time. One of my personal favorites is Miss Treadwell's Talent. Keep up the good work!
Name: Ellen and Jerry
Date: 05/06/06
Comments
What a great
website! We can try and keep up with our erudite cousin. We are well and in our new home. Stay well.
Name: Kristie
Date: 03/27/06
Comments
I have read "Ace of Hearts" and am currently reading "Jack of Clubs". I can hardly wait 'til the next one is available. Love your books
Name: John
Date: 03/24/06
Comments
Great page, not too fancy but well balanced! Cheers!
Name: Maria Arance
Date: 03/24/06
Comments
Yesterday I bought and read Ace of Hearts... right after I finish this, I' running to the nearest book store to buy the next one and already dread the waiting time until the third. Need I say I love your writing?...Love, humor, dogs...even a goose! Who can ask for anything more?
Name: Ann Harvey
Date: 03/17/06
Comments
Barbara, Iam 72 years old and have read historical and regency books for many years. I have enjoyed your books very much. Read Ace of Hearts and loved it. Just bought Jack of Clubs and am looking forward to reading it also. Keep those good reads coming!
Name: Katie Gochnour
Date: 03/02/06
Comments
Miss Metzger,
"Lady in Green" and "An Angel for the Earl" are two of my favorite romances! The second one hooked my daughter at thirteen....I've had to hide it to keep the cover on!
Name: Carol
Date: 03/02/06
Comments
Barbara,
I noted that you have "In Memory" by Hero's picture. Did he pass away??
Name: Sylvia
Date: 02/27/06
Comments
Just finished reading JACK OF CLUBS. It was great.Metzger at her best. Can't wait for QUEEN OF DIAMONDS.
Name: Jeniffer
Date: 02/25/06
Comments
A great site where one can enjoy the thought of a great mind long departed. Cheers for the good work!
Name: Misty
Date: 02/23/06
Comments
I discovered you while reading "the Lucky Coin" and was hooked. I just have to read every book I can find by you. I can't say how much you lift my spirits with your stories. I hope to be a writer myself one day and can only hope to be as great as you. I never had a favorite author until I found you. Thank you for your wonderful books I look forward to your next one.
Name: Bill
Date: 02/22/06
Comments
I am very happy it
Name: Anastasya
Date: 02/22/06
Comments
Thank you for being generous with your resources... I hope that you will receive more than you need for your time and
energy. Keep at work!
Name: Frances
Date: 01/22/06
Comments
I have been reading romances since I was
12 (I am 76!) and just wanted to tell you Just finished "Lord Heartless" and loved it. You are just about the 3rd author in 64 years that make me laugh out loud! Your books keep me young at heart.
Name: ilmaba
Date: 01/19/06
Comments
It's me again.......forgot to add that I just love your humor. Also I wish to compliment you on writing romance books that I can pass onto my teen-age girls, without worry. Some of the books printed now are bit too 'educational' in the sex
department.
Name: ilmaba
Date: 01/19/06
Comments
Just finished 'A Suspicious Affair' and enjoyed it greatly. Are any of you older books connected? Could not find out the info on your web site. Looking forward to the next 'deck of cards'. Have a Happy Day.........
Name: Ellyne
Date: 01/18/06
Comments
A Loyal Companion was most enjoyable. It was very creative the way you wove the dog and people thoughts together.
Name: Peggy Atkinson
Date: 01/17/06
Comments
Barbara, I've read several of your regencys, and love them all. Keep writing.
Peggy
Name: Cat Haddock
Date: 01/17/06
Comments
I just finished my first Barbara Metzger: A Perfect Gentleman. I loved it! and have become an ardent fan. Barbara does not ignore the existance of sex; she recognizes it but does not worship it. She worships, I venture to guess, romance and laughter. As do I!
Name: Mary Somogy
Date: 01/15/06
Comments
I just finished Rake's Ransom and A Loyal Companion. I just loved both stories, but especially the latter since Fitz the dog was so much fun with his musings and antics. I have read all of your books and find that no other Romance writer is equal to you for your wonderful humor and stories. Oh, I read others, but when I see Barbara Metzer, I buy the book immediately. You're the best!!!
Name: Tobi Bet
Date: 01/14/06
Comments
Please add my name to your list of admirer's. I have been reading regencies off and on since college, over 20 years ago and you are simply one of the best contemporary regency writers around. Your style, wit and grammar make me fly through the stories laughing and enjoying, all the way.
Name: Michael-G Pochadt
Date: 01/12/06
Comments
Major M-G Pochadt presents his best compliments to lady Metzger.
I have the honor and the utmost pleasure to thank You most kindly for Your great novels. I realy love reading them.
GOD bless You and best wishes with all my heart.
I am to remain Your obedient humble servant.
Name: Jasmin
Date: 01/12/06
Comments
Barbara Metzger is my favorite Regency Author. I first read " Snowdrops and Scandalbroth" and was hooked since then. Her books never fail to entertain me. Her mixture of romance and humor is magical. I have a hard time getting a copy of her books from the bookstores here but when I do get one it is always a keeper!
Name: Gail Lowe
Date: 12/16/05
Comments
I just finished reading A Perfect Gentleman and thought it was great. I'm getting ready to read The Duel, with Ace of Hearts right after. I really enjoyed the first and can't wait to get to the next one.
Name: RUTHYE A. FARRIS
Date: 11/28/05
Comments
I HAVE JUST FINISHED READING "A PERFECT FIT", THE FIRST ONE OF YOUR STORIES I HAVE READ, BUT NOT THE LAST. I AM GOING TO FIND AND BUY ALL YOUR BOOKS THAT I CAN FIND. I REALLY ENJOYED THE STORY, PEOPLE AND MOST OF ALL, YOUR HUMOR. ROMANCE WITHOUT HUMOR IS BORING. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO HOURS OF ENTERTAIMENT. THANKS.
Name: Jackie Gavryck
Date: 11/18/05
Comments
You are far and away the best Regency writer working today. I've read them all - have a cherished collection of
Georgette Heyer, Loretta Chase, Clair Darcy, Elizabeth Mansfield, Joan Smith and Patricia Veryan, to which I add yours. Thanks you for maintaining the bar so high!
Name: janice adkins
Date: 11/02/05
Comments
barbara, i am a fan and devotee from your very first novel and have bought or borrowed everyone you have written since.
thanks so much for all the enjoyable hours you have given to me and so many others!!!
Name: Pam
Email:
Date: 10/12/05
Comments
I read Ace of Hearts while I was out of town due to Rita. It felt good to laugh out loud. When I finished I wanted the second book. I found Miss Whilten's Wedding instead and haved stayed up late reading.
Name: sylvia stasinski
Date: 10/09/05
Comments
I DID IT!!!I tracked down all your books(garage sales, old book stores and the internet). I am a proud owner of a BARBARA METZGER library. I am now going back and having loads of fun re-reading them all.
Ps. Just finished reading ACE OF HEARTS and of course it's a keeper.
Name: Irene
Date: 10/09/05
Comments
I just finished reading Ace of Hearts and wanted you to know how much I enojoyed it. I laughed so much, it was an excellent book an I highly recommend it !
Name: Patricia Hatten
Date: 10/07/05
Comments
I have just read "Ace of Hearts" and am looking forward to the second book in this trilogy.
Name: Beverly Abney
Date: 10/01/05
Comments
I have always looked forward to the humor and cheerfulness in a Metzger novel. The Regency period has been my favorite setting ever since I discovered Heyer, and BM writes in it very well.
Name: lisa chan
Date: 09/26/05
Comments
You are my favorite regency
author. I try to read everything you have ever written and I'm never disappointed. I just finished reading "Ace of Hearts", and it sounds like there will be another book with Nell and Ace. I will be awaiting that book, because I'm curious of what happened to Lottie. Thanks for your books and don't ever stop writing.
Name: Judy Rogers
Date: 09/23/05
Comments
You have been and still are one of my favorite writers. I have most of your back books. One of the main reasons I have a computer is to find out of print books by my favorite authors. I was able to retire in 1998 to avoid the computer transition from paper at work. When I see a book with your name I know I will have a fun
engrossing read, and buy. Thank you for hours of enjoyment over the years.
Name: Kelli Keener
Date: 09/21/05
Comments
Hi Barbara...I am one of the vet techs who have been taking care of Hero during his visits at the Clinic. I wanted to visit your page to see what pics you had on here of Hero and to tell you what a wonderful dog he is!!!!!! He is such a joy to be around and I want you to be assured that while he's here he is always getting lots of hugs and kisses from ALL of us! I had no idea until your last visit that you were an author..I am definitely going to start reading your books!
Name: bev
Date: 09/20/05
Comments
I just finished one of your books that I really enjoyed and because of the excerpt of your book, The Duel in the back I have just picked that one up too.
I'd like to find more of your books to read so I love the list of books on your site but....would it be possible to include a short write up or an excerpt to go along with each one?
Name: Betty OLeary
Date: 09/15/05
Comments
Just finished "Ace of Hearts". Thank you! Have almost given up on Romance novels - tired of writers padding their books with explicit sex (not a prude at 73, just appreciate good writing). Your humor is one of your outstanding qualities. God knows, we can all use a little humor. Looking forward to Jack's story - can't come too soon.
Name: Betty OLeary
Date: 09/15/05
Comments
Just finished "Ace of Hearts". Thank you! Have almost given up on Romance novels - tired of writers padding their books with explicit sex (not a prude at 73, just appreciate good writing). Your humor is one of your outstanding qualities. God knows, we can all use a little humor. Looking forward to Jack's story - can't come too soon.
Name: Shayla
Date: 09/15/05
Comments
I love ur books, i aam currently reading Ace of Hearts and it is great. Thanks for the great writing and keep it up. oh and your books are alos very helpful since they give me something to do during algebra hahaha
Name: AGGIE
Date: 09/14/05
Comments
I have read a few of your books in the past but now are reading all I can get my hands on. Your books are so
refreshing and funny. I have Marion Chesney's books also as
she is another funny and wonderful writer as yourself. Keep them comming. We need writers like you to lighten up our lives with all that goes on today. Thanks again.
Name: Paurnamasi
Date: 09/11/05
Comments
Thank you for writing CHARMING books that make me laugh out loud.
It's so hard to find books these days that are innocently delightful! Even other modern Regency novels are emotionally manipulative. After all, if I want gross, scary, explicit, or depressing, I just have to look around at our current life!
The world needs more of your books. Thank you and keep writing!
P.S. Since you now have emails here that go back 6 years, it might be helpful to move the "Add Your Comments" to the TOP of the page, or to its own page.
Name: Carolyn Jane Gillis
Date: 09/05/05
Comments
Hi Barbara,
"Wedded Bliss" was supremely witty. The dialog was fast and funny. great!
Bye,
Name: Chrissy Dionne
Date: 08/29/05
Comments
Hi Barbara,
I just tried sending you an email regarding a review I just finished for "Lady Whilton’s Wedding and An Enchanted Affair (double reprint)". It's a little too long to put here so if you'd like a copy before it goes live on the Romance Junkies website, feel free to contact me. I did give it a 5 ribbon rating! Wonderful book, I had a great time reading it!
Name: Anne Marie
Date: 08/10/05
Comments
Hello,
I have been a long time fan. I have been wondering for some time now what you use for refrence material when you write. I go to the library and try and find things about the regency time, but I always come up with no luck. Would love to know the type of books you use.
Thanks so much,
Anne Marie
Name: P, McGee
Date: 08/02/05
Comments
Your books are just delightful. I look forward to reading each one with great anticipation, and scoure bookstores monthly looking for new releases. My only complaint is there are not enough new ones.
Name: asmahan
Date: 07/23/05
Comments
your books are as enchanting as a glass of champane and just as refreshing.
Name: Marlene B.
Date: 07/06/05
Comments
Dear Ms. Metzger,
I have been reading your books for years. Just finished The Duel -- read it in one night! Absolutely wonderful. Laugh out loud! I am thrilled to see that The Rhapsody Romance Book Club is offering some of your books -Wedded Bliss and The Perfect Gentleman -- I hope they will also offer The Duel. I would love to own that in hardcover. Its a keeper. Thank you for all the wonderful books -- please keep writing!
Name: Joy
Date: 06/23/05
Comments
I love your Regency books . I have read THE DUel and Wedded Bliss and they were great. They were so funny which I don't seem to get in all my books. I hope you continue to write these great books. Thanks
Name: Letha Manous
Date: 06/07/05
Comments
What an awesome author! Thank you for making us laugh so much--especially the silly puns--but the plots are incredible and really keep the reader's attention until the last page. I'm such a picky reader that the only other authors I'll consider in the so-called Regency genre are Edith Layton, Carla Kelly, and Georgette Heyer. That's awesome company for anyone. Thank you, thank you!
Name: Roberta Cadwell
Date: 06/03/05
Comments
I have yet to read a book of yours I haven't loved. Please keep writing. The humor in them helps me get through the darkest times. Thank you.
Name: Gail Roberts
Date: 04/16/05
Comments
Hi, just finished reading "The Duel" and LOVED it. Delightful, funny, just about perfect. I hope you never stop writing regency books - we need more of them! P.S. If your readers get nervous waiting for your next book to appear as I do, they might want to check out Marion Chesney, who could fill in while they wait.
Name: margaret wigley
Date: 03/18/05
Comments
Dear Barbara Metzger, I have been reading you since The Inn,
and then backed up. I collected your books and my girls grew up and now my younges has read my entire collection. I started reading you from the public library (my sister turned me on to you, as she was looking for an E. Peters under Mertz and found you - better) and am glad to know you are back there again. (My daughter will be also.) I am also glad to see you have won so many awards, and very glad that you continue to write. thank you.
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!!
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.
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
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!
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
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
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!
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
hello from canada.a wonderful website.i accidently surfed
to your site looking for author's contests.by from ontario,canada