A Knight in Shining Armor

A Knight in Shining Armor follows modern-day Dougless Montgomery, who finds herself transported from England in 1988 to the year 1560. Her time travel occurs when she encounters Nicholas Stafford, Earl of Thornwyck, who appears in response to her emotional distress. Nicholas and Dougless must navigate two time periods, as circumstances send them between the sixteenth century and the twentieth century. Their relationship develops amid the challenges of adapting to different eras, while Nicholas works to clear his name of historical accusations of treason. The story alternates between both time periods, showcasing the contrasts between Tudor England and modern America through the experiences of its main characters. They face obstacles ranging from basic survival to complex matters of the heart. This time travel romance explores themes of destiny, adaptation, and the timeless nature of love. The novel raises questions about whether true connections can transcend the boundaries of time and social conventions.

Readers call this a unique take on time-travel romance with emotional depth. Many mention reading it multiple times over decades and consider it their favorite romance novel. Readers liked: - Complex character development of both leads - Historical accuracy and period details - The blend of humor and serious moments - Realistic relationship progression - Memorable emotional impact Common criticisms: - The ending disappoints many readers who wanted a different outcome - Some find the heroine too weepy in early chapters - A few readers say the pacing drags in the middle Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: 4.1/5 (54,000+ ratings) Amazon: 4.5/5 (1,800+ reviews) Barnes & Noble: 4.4/5 (300+ reviews) Reader quote: "I've read this book 7 times since 1989. The characters feel like old friends." - Goodreads reviewer "The only romance novel that made me sob uncontrollably." - Amazon reviewer

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★ The novel's time-travel premise sparked a wave of similar historical romance novels in the 1990s, helping establish time travel romance as a popular subgenre. ★ Author Jude Deveraux wrote this book while living in a 200-year-old Southern mansion, drawing inspiration from the historic atmosphere around her. ★ The book's male protagonist, Nicholas Stafford, is based on a real historical figure who was executed for treason in 1461 during the Wars of the Roses. ★ The novel was originally published in 1989 but underwent significant revisions for its 2002 reissue, including changes to the ending that sparked heated debate among longtime fans. ★ Several locations in the book, including Thornwyck Castle, were inspired by actual English manor houses and castles that Deveraux visited during her research trips to England.