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Bargain for Love

by Elly-Royce Laurens

327 pages; quality trade paperback (softcover); catalogue #03-0624; ISBN 1-4120-0255-9; US$27.50, C$32.00, EUR22.50, £16.00

In a call for freedom of choices, this sensual, adventurous romance journeys from Italy to Arabia and Monte-Carlo to reveal, through fashion and wealth, hidden facts of an intriguing society.

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About the Book A must-read revelation of hidden facts of a still lively nation. Bargain for Love tackles the oppressions of the forbidden when Serena reconsiders her own freedom of choices illicit with the women behind the veil and their intricate situations. Whisked up in an emotional, challenging romance with an Italian count she mistakes for a gypsy, she struggles with her own conflicts from a shattered marriage, as she acquires a new insight on centuries and centuries of deep-rooted traditions, faces an enticing proposal of a handsome sheik, acknowledges her right for happiness, and regains confidence in her own feminine sensuality. Through love and deception, fashion and wealth, Bargain for Love sweeps us from Rome to Marbella, passing by the Arabian Gulf, the French Riviera and Monte-Carlo in a unique and colorful harmony of fantasy and reality, life-challenging dilemmas and inspiration, abstinence and surrender, sensuality and humor. Inspired by her several journeys around the world, her experience in the fashion business, her encounters with unusual cultures and exotic personalities, the Author wrote Bargain for Love in a subtle call for integrity in relationships, freedom of choices, emancipation from abuse and oppression, and acceptance of love and sensuality. "There are women around the world who confront many impasses to liberate themselves from the oppression of their culture, empower their own conflicts and acknowledge their birthright from happiness, love and sensuality." Elly-Royce Laurens says, "This is a faction book I wrote for them!" You can visit Elly-Royce's website at www.ellyroyce.com.

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About the Author Bargain for Love is Elly-Royce Laurens' first published novel, followed by a thrilling sequel Sealed by Revenge. At the moment, she is fleshing out her third novel. a M.Sc. in Psychology, Elly-Royce expounded years ago her fashion hobby into a fascinating (ad)venture that has conveyed her around the world, exploring exotic societies and dealing with exceptional personalities. When asked about the 19 countries she visited so far, she answers, "Each one is excitingly unique, each one a marvelous adventure!" A defender at heart of human rights, particularly women's and children's issues, and a fervent multilingual reader, Elly-Royce carries within herself untold stories she aspires to share with other readers while keeping to the reality of facts and the authenticity of cultural aspects.

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Reviews

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Elly-Royce Laurens writes with wisdom about the fashion industry and the lifestyles of the rich and famous from several cultural perspectives. BARGAIN FOR LOVE takes the reader on a vicarious and scenic journey around the world. Descriptions of the evening gowns are memorable, one can feel the texture of the fabric and see the complimentary drape against the curves of the women and models. The reader is treated to two great scenes of tantalizingly transparent tests of testosterone when Warren meets Sheik Rakan and Serena's ex-husband, Kevin. Elly-Royce Laurens subtly utilizes incongruent visual cues for the reader. An example includes a lovely scene with Warren and Serena on the moonlit beach and the sounds of Ricky Martin singing "La Vida Loca" in the distance. I instantly pictured gyrating, leather clad Martin. The combination of the love and serenity on the beach along with the sexy liveliness of the song make the scene perfect.

I read SEALED BY REVENGE, the sequel to BARGAIN FOR LOVE, before reading BARGAIN FOR LOVE. Each book is unique and maintains consistency of character and plot. I recommend BARGAIN FOR LOVE as a fun read with the ability to transport the reader to a fantasy land. Elly-Royce Laurens is rapidly becoming one of my favorite authors."

Reviewer: Winona Cross

"Bargain For Love by Elly-Royce Laurens is more than just a romance.

It's an adventure with a story line that covers a myriad of issues...oppression, jealousy, fantasy, reality, big business, relationships and difficult decisions. Elly-Royce gives you a first-hand opportunity to experience difficult cultures while looking in on the romantic bargain that Warren and Serena strike. I appreciated that her writing style left the love scenes to my own imagination. Her descriptions leading up to them, made it very easy. Bargain for Love is indeed a bargain. If you like everything rolled into one... you'll love this book."

Reviewer: Brett Scott, The Romance Studio
June 16, 2003

"An ambitious work of fiction... This multilingual author has set a new fashion for evocative, issue-oriented romance which explore universally significant themes and are spiced with theatrical flair."

Reviewer: C.L.Jeffries.

Ms. Laurens has delivered an exceptional story with exciting and unusual locations, as well as, a great range of emotions experienced by her characters. The excitement of the fashion industry along with the magnetism of royalty fills the book with wonderful backdrops to a dramatic, but tender love story. The book was captivating and since it was based upon true facts, it is all the more enchanting. This praise comes from someone (me) who is not particularly fond of or impressed by romance novels. This one is different. Don't miss the opportunity to read it.

Reviewer: Barb Wright, Reviewers International Organization (RIO) Reviewing The Evidence

This is a wonderfully descriptive novel about misunderstanding, personal growth, fate, and true love. Ms. Laurens writes quite a romantic story as Serena begins to rebuild her self-confidence and learns to enjoy the world around her. ; Warren is the quintessential Italian in his passion and emotions for Serena. I was taken to places only the rich and famous go and enjoyed champagne, food, and a lush lifestyle through Ms. Laurensâ writing. It was a fabulous journey that I believe everyone would enjoy. With her first book, Ms. Laurens is placing herself on my keeper shelf.

Reviewer: Vikky Bertling, The Road to Romance

The characters will capture readers hearts right from the beginning. BARGAIN FOR LOVE is an enjoyable romance laced with rich locals and intriguing situations. It is especially interesting to get a glimpse of the womenâs lives in Saudi Arabia, and the restrictions they must contend with on a daily basis. But, the best of all is the intoxicating love between Warren and Serena. This reviewer looks forward to reading the sequel SEALED BY REVENGE featuring Sheik Rakan and Elyssa, Warren's sister.

Reviewer: MIRIAM, Love Romances July 8, 2003

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