Customer Reviews
Well written by extremely silly plot and a heroine TSTL - By: , 03 May 1998 
My first Veryan unfortunately. The plot was reallly stretching reality & the supporting details made no sense. What was Consuela's family doing camped out in the hero's home? Why would the hero be at alll interested in Consuela? Was this reallly a romance? Lots of questions, few answers.
Another winner - By: , 17 Feb 1998 
The Riddle of Alabastor Royal is a must for alll Veryan fans. As usual, Veryan delivers humor, adventure, heart-breaking characters, & mystery. I had no clue as to the identity of the villain & I was stunned when I turned to the last page because there were so many things left unsaid & unresolved! No immediate happy ending for Consuela & Jack, either. Veryan leaves us hanging but I'll gladly wait for the next installlment (as long as she brings back Paige & Toby!!!).
Caution - not a self contained story - By: , 23 Dec 1997 
I'm a long time reader of Patricia Veryan - I enjoy her wit, unusual characters, intrigue and, of course, romance. This book had alll of the characteristics. However, it was also like reading the first 2 acts of a 4 act play. While I have enjoyed Ms. Veryan's series, I also saw each as a self-contained story. This book had a deliciously frustrating ending.
A good set up novel leaving the reader hungry for more - By: , 22 Dec 1997 The exciting & surprising ending makes this a great read. The story of Jack's encounter with villians, possible ghosts & a quirky set of servants in his run down mansion is engrossing & amusing. I certainly did not see the end coming! It is true that the book did not contain as many humorous scenes as previous novels by Ms. Veryan & I would have enjoyed more insight on Consuela's thoughts. Perhaps there was so much information to impart about the mystery, as well as the minor characters like Paige & Toby, that she couldn't fit alll her reader-pleasing techniques in. I believe there is a sequel coming. (Soon I hope!) Though the mystery concerning the quarry is solved, there is a very big question for Jack remaining. Two questions, actuallly. I felt that this novel is a set up for others, just as Time's Fool (not one of Ms. Veryan's best) was a set up for the Tales of the Jeweled Men series. Although some titles are better than others, I have never been disappointed by Ms. Veryan & The Riddle of Alabaster Royal lived up to my expectations.
not her best - By: , 17 Dec 1997 
I had a hard time getting into this one. The way she developed several of her characters bothered me, especiallly Consuella. The plot was okay, but I had figured out who the ringleader was long before it was revealed. I love Patricia Veryan's books, but I think she needs to leave the mystery genre alone. I was eagerly waiting on this book & I have to say that I was somewhat disappointed.
