Sandra Heath: A Scandalous Publication

A Scandalous Publication was published by Signet for author Sandra Heath in October 1986. The notorious Max Talgarth bought the estate of Charlotte Wyndham's father. He was odious and she was angry. So she wrote about him and all London read!

This is a pretty cover by Allan Kass. We see no sign of stress between our couple as they enjoy a fine spring day. Our heroine sits on the bench with flowers around her in this walled garden spot and it looks like a favorite place of hers. Her purple day dress blends in well with the surrounding flowers while her hair is almost the color of the hero's jacket! I love Allan's use of light in this picture and his drawing of the human form is always correct.

Sandra Heath: A Perfect Likeness

A Perfect Likeness by Sandra Heath was published by Signet in May 1985. Bryony St Charles is debating who to love: Sebastian Sheringham, who selected her as his bride based on a miniature portrait, or the Duke of Calborough, his cousin and rival, who entices her to flout convention.

The regency romances of the 1980's typically featured a plot line of a heroine choosing between two or three suitors.

Allan Kass illustrated this cover and he shows our couple standing near a wall in a hallway or room. Our hero stands out with his golden hair, which looks like it's curled in the style of the late 1700's (think George Washington) even though his dress is Regency and not Georgian. Our heroine is typical regency in her Grecian styled white gown with gold trimmings. A letter sits on the table nearby which could be a love note!

Sandra Heath: The Opera Dancer

Sandra Heath's The Opera Dancer was published by Signet in October 1981 for its regency romance line. Nonna Lambert was all the rage of London, but only one man knew the secret of her past and he would use and discard her, even though she loved him.

I will admit here that this is one of my favorite covers by Allan Kass! I love the expression of the heroine and she's beautiful in her dark green gown, which sets off her red hair and the pearls she wears. Our hero is enchanted and handsome. I like the musical references to our heroine's occupation with the piano, the metronome, and the engravings on the wall behind them. It's simply a gorgeous cover.

Sandra Heath: My Lady Domino

My Lady Domino was written by Sandra Heath and published by Signet for their Regency Romance line in December 1983. Adele Russell decides to crash the Duchess of Bellingham's masquerade, one that she would have been invited to last year! Since her father's death, she is a penniless working girl. Can she still be tempted when she sees her ex fiance there?

I like this relaxed pose by our couple by illustrator Allan Kass. Our heroine sits on a swing with the hero nearby. She looks like a flower herself in the pretty purple gown and the hero is dashing in his red coat. We seem to catch them in a pensive moment while enjoying a bright spring day.

Sandra Heath: A Matter of Duty

A Matter of Duty by Sandra Heath was published by Signet in March 1988. Lord Christopher and Louisa were being pushed into a loveless marriage by the dying wish of her brother. She is resolved to make the best of the matter even though he is enthralled with his mistress and she with another!

Allan Kass shows our couple on board a yacht. Our couple is nautically attired and enjoying a sail on a bright summery day. I like that they are in love with one another and enjoying each others company. It's definitely a grab and read cover and an unusual nautical themed one by Kass.

Sandra Heath: Mannerby's Lady

Mannerby's Lady, by Sandra Heath, was published by Signet in June 1977. Sarah Jane Stratford lived at Mannerby, but was essentially a prisoner of her father because she wouldn't marry the man he had chosen for her. She was in love with Jack Holland, but it was Paul Ransome who seemed to understand her best.

Allan Kass's illustration is typical of his earlier work: great detail and realistic individuals. This cover is no exception with our hero sitting on the arm of the chair while the heroine stands nearby. Note that their proportions are true. Also note the detail of the Chinese fireguard, the marble topped table, and the chair. Allan's work was always above and beyond most romance illustrators of this time.

Sandra Heath: Mally

Mally, by Sandra Heath, was published by Signet in August 1980. Mally had been in love before, but now two very different men were vying for her attention. Sir Christopher was desperate to marry her while Richard Vallender, Christopher's best friend, was kind and comfortable. Who will she choose??

Allan Kass creates a stunning cover for this book. Our couple stand in a library which has an ornate desk and muted blue walls. A shelf of books with a clock makes it homey and a retreat for the owner. Our heroine is pretty in a pink gown, plain of decoration. Our hero's red coat compliments her dress. I guess we'll have to read to find out which of the suitors this is!!