From Library Journal
Perhaps McNaught (Perfect, Pocket Bks., 1993) will provide a new spin on one of the romance genre's oldest and most tired plot devices: two identical twin sisters who use wit and guile to find love.Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.


From Literary Times
Perhaps one of the most widely recognized names in popular fiction, Judith McNaught is a treasure among her loyal romance audience. As always, this extraordinary author delivers with Remember When, a well-written, tender novel celebrating the power of love in gallant style reminiscent of days when chivalrous knights defended their kingdom and won the hearts of ladies fair. Set in present day Texas, this book features an irresistible plotline with sympathetic characters that quickly work their way straight to your heart. Though completely forbidden, Diana Foster has had a mad crush on Cole Harrison for as long as she can remember. Dashing and ruggedly handsome, Cole was, at one time, the lowly stablekeep for one of Diana's high society schoolmates while he paid his way through college. They'd spent hours talking and revealing their dreams for the future and Diana never had a doubt that Cole would one day accomplish everything he'd set out to do. Years later, Diana is CEO of her family's business which includes a popular home living magazine. She's poured every ounce of energy into the business and it has prospered beyond her wildest expectations. The only contact she's had with the object of her girlhood fantasies is an article she reads about him in Newsweek, naming him one of the richest, most eligible bachelors of the year. Cole Harrison has brilliantly spearheaded his nationally recognized electronics corporation into a billion dollar enterprise. On what she believes to be the worst night of her life, Diana has just learned of her fiancé's impromptu marriage in the Italian Riviera to a much younger woman by reading about it in a cheap drugstore tabloid. That evening, she is scheduled to model an expensive piece of jewelry at the social event of the year and doesn't dare cancel as it would only fan the flames of gossip that are already roaring out of control. In a graceful entrance, masquerading courage she doesn't feel, Diana feels the heat of curious stares and the sting of vicious innuendo that quickly circulates the ballroom. Seeking a brief escape from the inanity, she steps out onto a shadowed balcony to gather her nerve. In the next instant, she realizes that someone has followed her. As he draws closer, she recognizes Cole and feelings she'd thought long forgotten flood over her. Before she knows what is happening, he pulls her to himself for a tender kiss which she later discovers is for the benefit of a spying photographer. Cole has come to offer himself as her escort in order to help her save what little dignity she has left and Diana is most grateful of the gesture. Before evening's end, Cole submits an unconventional proposal that sounds more like a business arrangement than an offer of marriage. Yet, after too much champagne and the giddiness of being with him again, Diana agrees and leaves tomorrow in the hands of fate. She stands to lose everything to the tall, handsome man that has haunted her dreams - including her heart.Note - The critics weren't kind to her on this one, but I honestly don't see why. It was beautifully written with really likable characters. No loose ends, no predictable dialog, it was just an excellent read.Remember When is a fantastic read. Romantic fiction at its best! Cole Harrison will have you lovestruck: a truly spectacular leading man! An enchanting novel from the versatile pen of one of romance's favorite authors!Lori Wright -- Copyright © 1994-97 Literary Times, Inc. All rights reserved


Book Description
Judith McNaught's last enchanting bestseller, Until You, was hailed as "brilliantly done and completely entertaining... ripe plot twists... a fine supporting cast" (Ocala Star-Banner). Now, with more than fourteen million books in print and seven New York Times bestsellers, Judith McNaught brings us her latest, most enthralling novel... REMEMBER WHEN When multinational tycoon Cole Harrison approached her on a moonlit balcony at the White Orchid Charity Ball, Diana Foster had no idea how extraordinary the night ahead would be. The most lavish social event of the Houston season had brought out American aristocracy, Texas-style, in glittering array. So, after losing her fiancé to a blond Italian heiress and reading about it in a sleazy gossip paper, the lovely Diana felt obliged to make an appearance-if only to save face and to bolster her company's image. Foster's Beautiful Living magazine was her family's sucess story, and Diana knew that, single, childless, and suddenly unengaged, she was not living up to its lucrative image of upscale domestic tranquility. A women of gentle grace and kindness, Diana deeply valued her privacy and her dignity, both of which were at risk that night among certain rumor-driven socialites. And now the pride of Dallas billionaires, Cole Harrison, was closing in on her with two crystal flutes and a bottle of champagne... The tall, lithe former stableboy couldn't negotiate his way out of a contract with his crusty uncle, Cal-he had to bring home a wife, and soon, or see Cal's share of the business Cole had created go to an undeserving relative. A man as coolly analytical as he was arrestingly attractive, Cole decided that his bride-to-be should be rich in her own right, meltingly beautiful, and a woman of impeccable character... Diana Foster! It was the perfect to their respective dilemmas, and, after a lot of champagne for Diana and some skilled persuasion from Cole, their lips met in a long, slow, bargain-sealing kiss. Neither one dared imagine that a match made in logic's heaven might be headed straight for an unexpected, once-in-a-lifetime love... Once again, Judith McNaught creates an unforgettable world filled with her "very special of dazzling wit, passion, and tender sensuality" (Romantic Times). As a proud woman and a wary man begin to taste the delights and the treacheries of romance, the drama smolders deliciously in this suspenseful, richly satisfying novel. Graced with a deep understanding of love's surprises, it's a tale that can only come from a supremely gifted storyteller, one who makes us so happy to...REMEMBER WHEN.


Simon & Schuster
Judith McNaught's last enchanting bestseller, Until You, was hailed as "brilliantly done and completely entertaining... ripe plot twists... a fine supporting cast" (Ocala Star-Banner). Now, with more than fourteen million books in print and seven New York Times bestsellers, Judith McNaught brings us her latest, most enthralling novel... REMEMBER WHEN When multinational tycoon Cole Harrison approached her on a moonlit balcony at the White Orchid Charity Ball, Diana Foster had no idea how extraordinary the night ahead would be. The most lavish social event of the Houston season had brought out American aristocracy, Texas-style, in glittering array. So, after losing her fiancé to a blond Italian heiress and reading about it in a sleazy gossip paper, the lovely Diana felt obliged to make an appearance-if only to save face and to bolster her company's image. Foster's Beautiful Living magazine was her family's sucess story, and Diana knew that, single, childless, and suddenly unengaged, she was not living up to its lucrative image of upscale domestic tranquility. A women of gentle grace and kindness, Diana deeply valued her privacy and her dignity, both of which were at risk that night among certain rumor-driven socialites. And now the pride of Dallas billionaires, Cole Harrison, was closing in on her with two crystal flutes and a bottle of champagne... The tall, lithe former stableboy couldn't negotiate his way out of a contract with his crusty uncle, Cal-he had to bring home a wife, and soon, or see Cal's share of the business Cole had created go to an undeserving relative. A man as coolly analytical as he was arrestingly attractive, Cole decided that his bride-to-be should be rich in her own right, meltingly beautiful, and a woman of impeccable character... Diana Foster! It was the perfect to their respective dilemmas, and, after a lot of champagne for Diana and some skilled persuasion from Cole, their lips met in a long, slow, bargain-sealing kiss. Neither one dared imagine that a match made in logic's heaven might be headed straight for an unexpected, once-in-a-lifetime love... Once again, Judith McNaught creates an unforgettable world filled with her "very special of dazzling wit, passion, and tender sensuality" (Romantic Times). As a proud woman and a wary man begin to taste the delights and the treacheries of romance, the drama smolders deliciously in this suspenseful, richly satisfying novel. Graced with a deep understanding of love's surprises, it's a tale that can only come from a supremely gifted storyteller, one who makes us so happy to...REMEMBER WHEN.


About the Author
Judith McNaught soared to stardom with her stunning bestseller Whitney, My Love. Since then, she has gone on to win the hearts of millions of readers around the world with such breathtaking novels as Double Standards, Tender Triumph, Once and Always and the New York Times bestsellers Something Wonderful, A Kingdom of Dreams, Almost Heaven, Paradise, Perfect, Until You, and A Holiday of Love. Judith McNaught lives in Houston, Texas, where she is currently working on her next novel, to be published by Pocket Books.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

When multinational tycoon Cole Harrison approached her on a moonlit balcony at the White Orchid Charity Ball, Diana Foster had no idea how extraordinary the night ahead would be. Foster's Beautiful Living magazine was her family's success story, and Diana knew that, single, childless, and suddenly unengaged, she was not living up to its lucrative image of upscale domestic tranquility. And now the pride of Dallas billionaires, Cole Harrison, was closing in on her with two crystal flutes and a bottle of champagne... The tall, lithe former stableboy couldn't negotiate his way out of a contract with his crusty uncle, Cal - he had to bring home a wife, and soon, or see Cal's share of the business Cole had created go to an undeserving relative. A man as coolly analytical as he was arrestingly attractive, Cole decided that his bride-to-be should be rich in her own right, meltingly beautiful, and a woman of impeccable character...Diana Foster! It was the perfect solution to their respective dilemmas, and, after a lot of champagne for Diana and some skilled persuasion from Cole, their lips met in a long, slow, bargain-sealing kiss. Neither one dared imagine that a match made in logic's heaven might be headed straight for an unexpected, once-in-a-lifetime love...

SYNOPSIS

A marriage of convenience between two Texas entrepreneurs becomes a remarkably passionate mix of business and pleasure.

FROM THE CRITICS

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