Dark In The Moon

By Karen Robards

Book Overview

"One terrific storyteller."

Chicago Tribune

Dark of the Moon is a sizzling classic tale of forbidden romance from New York Times bestseller Karen Robards--an author who the Chicago Sun-Times says "penetrates the steamiest of women's fantasies." The highly sensual tale of an orphaned beauty's dangerous love for the outlaw nobleman who rescued her from an unspeakable fate, Dark of the Moon has enthralled readers everywhere ("I enjoyed every minute," says romance superstar Johanna Lindsey). Now a new audience can discover the remarkable Karen Robards and her intense and enthralling "Romance--with a difference" (Orlando Sentinel).

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0380754371
• ISBN13: 9780380754373
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Avon Books
• Length: 407 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 4.3" x 6.9"

Customer Reviews

Dark of the moon was lacking.

I liked the d 'arcys but could not find one good redeeming quality in Caitlin. The author needed to make this a better book she could have put a better heroine in it. I didn't like her and couldn't see why Conner did either..needed to develope her character more. I almost disliked her for getting people shot and loosing the family castle/ lands. I don't recommend this book.

Incredible!

Alright, to the reviewer who said that Catlin was a lousy heroine, I respectfully disagree. She is not exactly manipulative, and when does she whine? Yes, she uses what she's got to catch Connor, but isn't that a nice change from all the heriones who feel that they don't deserve the hero? She flirts with his brothers, but only because she wants to get his attention, and it does work quite well. And what she goes through to protect him more than makes up for her immaturity. She is young and spirited and I enjoyed her every step of the way! But the real strength in this book lies in the story. This is probably my number one complaint about romance novels, they have stupid and ridiculously contrived plots. The story is about nothing but the instant lust between the characters and even more ridiculous reasons they can never be together. While reading most romances I find myself waiting for the love scenes, and not really enjoying what I'm reading along the way. Not this book. It has a real story, written so beautifully and vividly, it's like watching a movie in your head while you read. In fact, I think this book would make a great mini-series. So if you like, you can read your books about silly internal conflicts, ridiculous heriones who are sure they don't deserve the unworthy hero and wait patiently for him to make the first move, but as for me, I'll take this book any day!

Stimulating, exciting & heart warming

I am used to reading Historical Romances written by Julie Garwood & Jude Deveruax that I was quite skeptical about K. Robards in this area. However, since Maggy's Child is one of my favorite books (even if it wasn't a H.R.N.), I thought I'd give Ms. Robards a chance & give this book a try. I am glad I did, as it turned out to be one of the most exciting and heart warming books I've read. When Connor d'Arcy helped a young lad and his friend even after they tried to robbed him, I was already touched by his warm heart. He offered them an honest job, roof on their heads and food on their tables. He meant well and didn't think there will be any trouble when he took them both to Donoughmore... until one of them turned out to be a lass.Caitlyn O'Malley: fiesty in the outside yet frightened in the inside. Even from the beginning, Connor seemed to see through her. He knew she was scared when everyone thinks she's just a hellcat. Despite learning that the lad was actually a lass, Connor still insist she stays with him in Donoughmore instead of her robbing people in Dublin's street and sooner or later get caught & hanged or raped (when her true sex is revealed). After all the hassles and the commotion, She remained in Connor's protection, have learned to trust & loved the d'Arcy family and eventually, grew up to be a lovely lady who became highly seeked for by many young man in the neighboring countryside. The transformation was writtened beautifully. Full of heart warming and exciting details. Some are straight to the point so there is no dragging parts. I specially enjoyed the scene where her true sex was discovered. Right after that, the story just gets better & better. The developing of Caitlyn's feelings for Connor and vise versa was just as lovely. I enjoyed the part when both shows jealousy. Since Caitlyn is not very controlled with her temper, her reactions to jealousy wasn't as subtle. I find her actions & remarks amusing. She is feiry up to the end! There are times Caitlyn seems spoiled, impractical and always wanting her ways but I must say, I really enjoyed her character. She is young and this stubborn flaw of hers makes the book more realistic. I am not usually taken by a too headstrong or too stubborn heroine but K.R. described her well. The way she wrote Caitlyn makes you see through her. Despite her stubborness and feiry temper, she is no match to Connor. This is what I liked about the book. K.R. made sure that Caitlyn's stubborness doesn't overshadow Connor's strength and ability. He still stands as the man. His patience (and I mean, PATIENCE!) made him even more of a MAN. He is gentle with her, understanding, generous, loving and kind. I say, they are both made for each other! Really great love story. The D'Arcy brothers as the secondary characters brought another excitement to this book. I wish K.R. would write sequel books for each brother. Liam, Rory & Cormac! I love them all...even the bitter-mouth Mickeen. Their affectio

Good to the last page

The first time I read Dark of the Moon, it was a book I found at my Aunt's house and it had no cover. I was bored so I started to read it. I never expected that it would turn out to be my favorite book of all times. It was beautifully written from beginning to end. When I first started reading it, I stayed up all night to finish it. I couldn't put it down. The characters are so well-rounded and the story is unforgettable. I've read mine so many times that the pages are starting to fall out, I am in the process of ordering a new copy. I encoourage all fans of TRUE romance to read this book. It won't dissappiont.

Love of the Irish

I first read this book about 10 years ago. I fell in love with the characters, especially Connor and Caitlyn. I thought this is the best book I have ever read. I still think that. I read it so many times, I cannot possibly count. As a matter of fact, I read it again last night. I lost the book several years ago and was frantic to find another copy. The story stayed in my mind so long that I never forgot it. I was finally able to order another copy of it. There are very few books in my collection that I keep. And this is definitely one of them. I am not able or willing to part with this story or the characters. I embraced them so much, I wanted to be Irish. And I wanted to marry a man just like Connor D'Arcy. Karen Robards did an excellent job of developing the characters. I hope she writes many more books on the D'Arcy men. I definitely wouldn't mind reading about the other D'Arcy brothers. Or how life was like after Connor and Caitlyn had children. This is one of my favorite books of all time. Thanks Karen Robards for bringing this story to all of us.