Overseas - Hardcover

Williams, Beatriz

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0399157646 ISBN 13: 9780399157646

Publisher: Putnam Adult, 2012

Synopsis

Overseas When twentysomething Wall Street analyst Kate Wilson attracts the notice of a legendary, handsome British billionaire, her answer to his pursuit is beyond imagining. Their story may have begun not in the 21st century but in France during World War I. Full description

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Review:

"Overseas is an irresistible combination of romance, history, and imaginative storytelling. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of World War I and the glittering lights of today's New York financial world, Beatriz Williams creates a memorable story of a timeless love. . . . I can't wait to see what she does next!"--Karen White, "New York Times"-bestselling author of "The Beach Trees"

"A sensational debut! OVERSEAS is a heady blend of wit, charm, and romantic sizzle, all wrapped around a tantalizing mystery that will constantly surprise and delight readers."
--Anne Fortier, "New York Times-"bestselling author of "Juliet"

"History meets romance meets suspense! Compelling, original and wildly romantic, Beatriz Williams' prose is stunning and the plot edge-of-your-seat gripping. OVERSEAS is an absolute triumph--I loved every page." --Tilly Bagshawe, "New York Times"-bestselling author of "Adored"

This is a delicious story about the ultimate romantic fantasy: love that not only triumphs over time and common sense, but, once Kate overcomes Julian's WWI-era ideas about honor, includes mind-blowing sex."--"Publishers Weekly "(starred review)

A full-throated love story...With [Williams'] gift for humor, snappy dialogue and swooning romance, there's plenty to enjoy and the promise of more enjoyable escapism to come."--"Kirkus"

"Outstanding...With a complicated romance, intriguing suspense, a dashing hero, a feisty heroine, and a fantastic but plausible time-travel explanation, this book will hit the mark for readers wanting something exceptional for their summer reading." --"Library Journal" (starred review)

"Overseas is one of those addictive stories that grab you and don't let go. Beatriz Williams has an amazing storytelling talent. . . . I wanted to crawl into the book and stay there."--Lauren Willig, "New York Times"-bestselling author of the Pink Carnation series

Irresistible A memorable story of a timeless love. New York Times bestselling author Karen White
Overseas is one of those addictive stories that grabs you and doesn t let go. Beatriz Williams has an amazing storytelling talent. Lauren Willig, author of the Pink Carnation series
"A sensational debut a heady blend of wit, charm, and romantic sizzle. Anne Fortier, New York Times bestselling author of Juliet

Overseas is written with a magical depth that kept me utterly glued to the page...Bravo, Ms. Williams. You are about to become immortal. Darynda Jones, author of First Grave on the Right

"A delicious story about the ultimate romantic fantasy." Publishers Weekly (starred review)"

"Irresistible...A memorable story of a timeless love."--New York Times bestselling author Karen White

"Overseas is one of those addictive stories that grabs you and doesn't let go. Beatriz Williams has an amazing storytelling talent."--Lauren Willig, author of the Pink Carnation series

"A sensational debut...a heady blend of wit, charm, and romantic sizzle."--Anne Fortier, New York Times bestselling author of Juliet

"Overseas is written with a magical depth that kept me utterly glued to the page...Bravo, Ms. Williams. You are about to become immortal."--Darynda Jones, author of First Grave on the Right

"A delicious story about the ultimate romantic fantasy."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"One-stop shopping for fans of mysteries, romance, historical fiction, and time travel. Williams's genre mash-up will hook you from page one."--Ladies' Home Journal

"With her gift for humor, snappy dialogue, and swooning romance, there's plenty to enjoy."--Kirkus Reviews

"A debut novel that many a seasoned writer will envy. It's destined to be a classic love story because it combines the best of historical fiction and romance with a touch of magic."--Examiner.com

About the Author:

Beatriz Williams lives with her husband and children in Connecticut. She is the New York Times bestselling author of Along the Infinite Sea, Tiny Little Thing, The Secret Life of Violet Grant, A Hundred Summers, and Overseas. She also writes under the pseudonym Juliana Gray.

About this edition

• Publisher: Putnam Adult
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0399157646
• ISBN 13: 9780399157646
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 456