Amanda Quick

Amanda Quick is the pen name of Jayne Ann Krentz, used specifically for her historical romance novels set primarily in the Regency and Victorian periods. She began publishing as Amanda Quick in 1989 and has since written over 30 novels under this pseudonym. Quick's works consistently blend elements of romance, mystery, and the paranormal, often featuring independent heroines and complex male protagonists who work together to solve dangerous puzzles or crimes. Her historical romances are known for their fast-paced plots and incorporation of archaeological or antiquarian themes. The author has established several interconnected series under the Quick name, including the Arcane Society novels and the Looking Glass Trilogy, which span different time periods and link to books written under her other pen names. Her work maintains consistent themes of psychic abilities, ancient artifacts, and Victorian-era scientific societies. Most Amanda Quick novels have reached the New York Times bestseller list, and her books have been translated into multiple languages. The author continues to produce new works under this pen name while also writing contemporary romantic suspense as Jayne Ann Krentz and futuristic romance as Jayne Castle.

Readers value Quick's consistent formula of combining historical romance with mystery and supernatural elements. Many reviews highlight her strong female characters who pursue careers and interests beyond romance. Fans appreciate the fast pacing and witty dialogue between leads. What readers liked: - Reliable blend of romance and mystery - Independent, intelligent heroines - Historical details without overwhelming the story - Quick-moving plots with humor - Interconnected series elements What readers disliked: - Predictable plot structures - Similar character types across books - Limited historical accuracy - Later books feel formulaic - Romance scenes lack intensity Ratings across platforms: - Goodreads: Average 3.9/5 across all titles - Amazon: 4.4/5 average rating - BookBub: 4.3/5 average One frequent reader comment notes: "You always know what you're getting with Amanda Quick - a smart heroine, a mysterious hero, and an engaging mystery to solve." Critics counter that "the books follow such a strict pattern that they become interchangeable."

With This Ring - In Victorian London, a female author teams with a private investigator to solve murders connected to ancient artifacts.

Otherwise Engaged - A spinster finds herself drawn into a mystery involving a stolen ring and a dangerous spy while falling for an enigmatic gentleman.

The Perfect Poison - A female botanist skilled in detecting poisons joins forces with a paranormal investigator to solve a series of murders in Victorian England.

The River Knows - A woman fakes her death to escape a murderer and assumes a new identity as a journalist, leading to both romance and danger.

Second Sight - A psychic photographer and a paranormal investigator work together to solve mysteries in Victorian London.

The Third Circle - A hypnotist and an artifact collector search for a stolen crystal while evading a secret organization in Victorian-era London.

Lie By Moonlight - A teacher protects her students from danger while working with a mysterious gentleman to uncover a criminal mastermind's plot.

The Mystery Woman - A psychic investigator with a secret past works to solve cases in Victorian London while dealing with a powerful rival.

Garden of Lies - A female owner of a typing agency becomes entangled in murder and industrial espionage in Victorian London.

'Til Death Do Us Part - A woman who runs a matchmaking service partners with a reclusive crime novelist to investigate a series of murders.

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