Winner of Best First Book for the 2003 Golden Quill Awards
Finalist for Best Historical, National Readers' Choice Awards
Finalist for Best Historical, RWA Smoky Mountain Readers and Bookbuyer's Best Award

 

"With the penning of Burge's first novel we are seeing a
revolutionary new talent entering the field."
Cybil Solyn, Rakehell.net

A "4 Rose Read" top pick
"The relationship between Varek and Christina reminded me of Cathy and
Heathcliff from Wuthering Heights, while the setting and triangular plot
provided a much need breath of fresh air."
Nancy Davis, The Romance Reader at Heart

"This novel is about the heart-rending conflict between love and honor, and it takes
that conflict seriously. The characters are admirable and the story is compelling.
LOVE ME AGAIN is difficult to put down because a happy ending seems unachievable,
yet Varek and Christiana are determined to be united once more."
Barbara Hume, Reader To Reader

"Burge's bold, vivid writing style and intriguing historical
setting are adroitly paired with the obsessive, all-consuming love
between Varek and Christina "
John Charles, Booklist Magazine

"Burge's great skill at character development and hidden passion
will lead the reader on a collision course with fate and destiny
that holds the reader in the power of her storytelling skill."
Julie Singleton, Escape to Romance

"An extraordinary tale full of twists and turns
that will keep readers guessing until the very end!"
Rashmi, A Romance Review

"If you enjoy colorful historicals, rich in texture
and characters you will thoroughly enjoy LOVE ME AGAIN.
This spicy debut is a winner for Wendy Burge."
Judith Rippelmeyer, The Word on Romance

"In my opinion, this is truly an unforgettable love story."
Hattie Boyd, Scribes World Review

"LOVE ME AGAIN is a sensual story that will no
doubt find its way into your heart and leave you wanting more."
Wendy Keel, The Romance Readers Connection

"This unique background, with its beauty and intrigue, and the deep passion
that emanates from Varek and Christina will certainly hold the reader's attention."
Kathe Robin, Romantice Times Magazine

"For a fabulous Regency filled with passion, politics, and sexy men,
I highly recommend LOVE ME AGAIN."
Liz Ragland-Thompson, Romance Review Today

"Wendy Burge has captured the hearts of many with her beautiful images. She has
written about love and tragedy in a way that can have the reader closing their eyes in silent
sorrow and gasping with happiness all within the confines of a sentence."
Patti Fleishman, Romance Junkies.com

A Perfect "10"
"WHILE YOU SLEPT is a tautly written tale with
full characters that a reader can't help but get caught up with."
Liz Ragland-Thompson, Romance Review Today

"Wendy Burge has proven again that she is an
unusual romance writer who possesses the skill
to combine dark, passionate characters with themes you
usually only find in fine literature."
Cybil Solyn, Rakehell.net

"Set in 1880s England, WHILE YOU SLEPT
is full of romance and fascinating characters."
Wendy Keel, The Romance Readers Connection

". . .sometimes a book comes along that is a notch above the rest.
WHILE YOU SLEPT is one of those."
Brenda Gill, The Word on Romance

"This is very definitely quite a good read."
Chere Gruver, Escape to Romance

"WHILE YOU SLEPT is a dark, compelling read
in which the hero and heroine must overcome their pasts. The
characters are skillfully developed and you root for
them to live happily ever after."
Deborah Bent, Romantice Times Magazine

"This is a complex plot that enhances the well-drawn characters
with deep emotions. This reader is not ashamed to admit that a
few tears were shed during the reading of this book."
Paula Klug, A Romance Review

"WHILE YOU SLEPT is an intriguing tale of betrayals and schemes,
love and second chances."
Susan Lantz, New & Previously Used Books

"If I am a religious person, I'd say: God bless the editor who gives
Wendy Burge a publishing contract."
Mrs. Giggles Mrs. Giggles.com

"If you’re ready for a strong romance, awash in a spectrum of both beautiful and terrible emotions,
this is the book for you. Pick up While You Slept today, and be swept away!"
Jenn Engstrom Romance Junkies.com

"WHILE YOU SLEPT touched me on many levels; I laughed, I cried. . . I think it is a definite keeper. I highly recommend it to everyone that enjoys reading Historical Romance"
Teresa Riley, Romance and Friends.com

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