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Wayborn Siblings #1
Simply Scandalous
Juliet Wayborn did not hesitate to avenge her brother's beating in a London alley, especially once she discovered the perpetrator was the notorious Geoffrey Swale. When opportunity arose, she got even. But humiliating Swale in public is a sin for which there is no forgiveness. For Swale is the sort of gentleman (and she uses that term loosely) who doesn't like to lose, a man who coldly vows to challenge her every move in her determination to ruin him. A man who is proving dangerously, unthinkably...seductive.
Geoffrey Swale will not stand for being bested by the outrageous Miss Wayborn, nor accused of a crime he did not commit. If Juliet were a man, Swale would deliver a well-aimed punch...or two. But since she is quite unmistakably female, he does the next best thing. He kisses her. And then he kisses her again. Suddenly, Swale wants so much more than defeat from the woman who has openly declared war on him. He no longer cares about winning...he simply wants her surrender.
Geoffrey Swale will not stand for being bested by the outrageous Miss Wayborn, nor accused of a crime he did not commit. If Juliet were a man, Swale would deliver a well-aimed punch...or two. But since she is quite unmistakably female, he does the next best thing. He kisses her. And then he kisses her again. Suddenly, Swale wants so much more than defeat from the woman who has openly declared war on him. He no longer cares about winning...he simply wants her surrender.
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published December 1, 2005
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June 14, 2010
I read this book on the recommendation of one of my friends, Ridley. I had been telling her of my love for Vere from The Last Hellion, and she said I just had to try this. I'm so glad I did!
The book started out a little slow for me. I didn't really get absorbed into the story until Juliet and Lord Swale (or Ginger, as I can't help but think of him) have some heavy page time together. From that point on I was hooked.
I can't think of another hero I've read that's quite like Swale. The comparison to Vere that I mentioned above is accurate, but only to a point. Where Vere is obstinate and acts thick on purpose, Swale really is. He's not dumb by any means, but the man does not get subtlety and anything he doesn't have an interest in isn't worth caring about. Shakespeare, I'm referring to you. The biggest similarity between the two books is the witty sparring that the protagonists engage in. Their interactions are what made the book for me.
So, let's talk about Swale. He's young, only in his mid-twenties, and has a temper that flares with the least provocation. He doesn't seem to hold a grudge long, but he doesn't have a problem kicking the crap out of someone if they make him mad. He doesn't really care about society and because he gets over his temper quickly, he assumes that everyone does the same thing. He's frankly shocked to think that anyone doesn't like him. He's described as big and ugly with flaming red hair and giant sideburns. He also has a pug nose that doesn't look like it belongs on an aristocrat. This lack in his nose leads to hilarious high jinks to acquire a better one for the family.
Juliet is pretty, but nothing special. She's smart and rather hotheaded when riled. She knows she's a girl, but she's constantly confounded by the scrapes she gets into. She's just trying to uphold the family honor like any of her brothers would, you know? Unfortunately for her, the rules for girls are different. It seems like every time she turns around she's broken another rule and in danger of being a pariah. When Swale comes to see her she pulls no punches. She nicknames him Ginger, taunts him, and throws yarn at him. She's prideful, so when she finds out her assumptions were wrong she doesn't apologize. She dances around it with "ifs" and "maybes" until Swale is ready to blow.
Every conversation between Juliet and Ginger has a new delight. The dinner scene was particularly hilarious. How can you not love a girl who lights a man's carrots on fire? The miscommunications and drama about the engagement killed me too. I also loved the back and forth over which room Ginger would stay in. I guess what I'm trying to say is I loved the whole book.
There were two points which, unfortunately, stood out for me. The first was the use of the phrase "make love." To me, that refers to sex. In this book it refers to courting or wooing. It was extremely startling to read about Juliet's family discussing Ginger's coming to "make love" to Juliet. It kept pulling me out of the story and making me do a double take until I remembered. The character used that phrase all the time . The other point was the sex. If you're looking for a book with a skilled, sensual lover you'll be out of luck here. It didn't detract from the story for me, but be aware that this is not the kind of book where the bumbling hero suddenly morphs into Don Juan.
The book started out a little slow for me. I didn't really get absorbed into the story until Juliet and Lord Swale (or Ginger, as I can't help but think of him) have some heavy page time together. From that point on I was hooked.
I can't think of another hero I've read that's quite like Swale. The comparison to Vere that I mentioned above is accurate, but only to a point. Where Vere is obstinate and acts thick on purpose, Swale really is. He's not dumb by any means, but the man does not get subtlety and anything he doesn't have an interest in isn't worth caring about. Shakespeare, I'm referring to you. The biggest similarity between the two books is the witty sparring that the protagonists engage in. Their interactions are what made the book for me.
So, let's talk about Swale. He's young, only in his mid-twenties, and has a temper that flares with the least provocation. He doesn't seem to hold a grudge long, but he doesn't have a problem kicking the crap out of someone if they make him mad. He doesn't really care about society and because he gets over his temper quickly, he assumes that everyone does the same thing. He's frankly shocked to think that anyone doesn't like him. He's described as big and ugly with flaming red hair and giant sideburns. He also has a pug nose that doesn't look like it belongs on an aristocrat. This lack in his nose leads to hilarious high jinks to acquire a better one for the family.
Juliet is pretty, but nothing special. She's smart and rather hotheaded when riled. She knows she's a girl, but she's constantly confounded by the scrapes she gets into. She's just trying to uphold the family honor like any of her brothers would, you know? Unfortunately for her, the rules for girls are different. It seems like every time she turns around she's broken another rule and in danger of being a pariah. When Swale comes to see her she pulls no punches. She nicknames him Ginger, taunts him, and throws yarn at him. She's prideful, so when she finds out her assumptions were wrong she doesn't apologize. She dances around it with "ifs" and "maybes" until Swale is ready to blow.
Every conversation between Juliet and Ginger has a new delight. The dinner scene was particularly hilarious. How can you not love a girl who lights a man's carrots on fire? The miscommunications and drama about the engagement killed me too. I also loved the back and forth over which room Ginger would stay in. I guess what I'm trying to say is I loved the whole book.
There were two points which, unfortunately, stood out for me. The first was the use of the phrase "make love." To me, that refers to sex. In this book it refers to courting or wooing. It was extremely startling to read about Juliet's family discussing Ginger's coming to "make love" to Juliet. It kept pulling me out of the story and making me do a double take until I remembered. The character used that phrase all the time . The other point was the sex. If you're looking for a book with a skilled, sensual lover you'll be out of luck here. It didn't detract from the story for me, but be aware that this is not the kind of book where the bumbling hero suddenly morphs into Don Juan.
July 7, 2008
It's hard to know how to rate "Simply Scandalous" by Tamara Lejeune. On the one hand, it's so very silly. On the other hand, the silliness is so all-encompassing and deliberately and skillfully placed that it's quite an accomplishment! The mix-ups and antics begin in the first chapter and don't end til the last page. I found myself grinning and laughing through the entire book.
She thinks he's rude, hot-headed, uncouth, and ugly. He thinks she's rude, hot-headed, uncouth, and an amazon. It doesn't take long for the reader to realize that these two are perfect for each other! Between scandalous horse races, pretend engagements, and false blame, will they ever be able to straighten things out?
If you're in the mood for a totally frivilous and frothy read, pick up this book. You'll laugh your way to the very last page.
She thinks he's rude, hot-headed, uncouth, and ugly. He thinks she's rude, hot-headed, uncouth, and an amazon. It doesn't take long for the reader to realize that these two are perfect for each other! Between scandalous horse races, pretend engagements, and false blame, will they ever be able to straighten things out?
If you're in the mood for a totally frivilous and frothy read, pick up this book. You'll laugh your way to the very last page.
November 22, 2009
I bought this book entirely on a whim. I needed like $2 more to get free shipping and tossed this $3.99 book in with an "Eh, why not?"
Best. Whim. Evar.
The book opens with Juliet Wayborn's brother getting the ever living snot beat out of him on the eve of a carriage race with Geoffrey Swale. Under the impression Lord Swale ordered the hit on her brother so he'd win the race, Juliet dons a man's hat and coat and races Swale herself. Embarrassed by losing to a woman and further scandalized by the spreading rumor that he paid to have Cary Wayborn attacked, Geoffrey finds himself in hot water with his duke father. The duke decides it's in the family's best interests that Geoffrey marry the very Miss Wayborn he finds so ridiculous.
Thus begins an amusing battle of wits between two strong-willed characters. Juliet's older brother, Benedict, turns down the marriage proposal, but Geoffrey goes off after Juliet to give her a piece of his mind, and to let her know he didn't want to marry her anyway. While visiting her at her aunt and uncle's home, the sparks fly. Swale breaks a glass display case full of porcelain figurines in a pique of anger. Juliet creates an inedible meal Swale can't avoid eating and calls him by the hated nickname Ginger. He's hot-headed and immature, she's strong-willed and impossible to cow, and both seem to enjoy playing this game, not that they'd admit that to anyone.
The book's strong point is its dialog. The banter between the protagonists by turns hilarious and achingly romantic. Juliet's conversations with her stern older brother show us a loving relationship more akin to father and daughter than one of a pair of siblings (I have a soft spot for older brother guardians). Most importantly, the dialog gives us a great picture of who these characters are. When Swale grudgingly tells his friend "The thing is, Alex...The thing is, I didn't mind being caught. I mean, I'm going to be caught one day. Why not by her?" it shows us volumes about Swale and his attraction to Juliet in a way a bunch of POV prose never could. I could happily quote half the book, and have gone back to reread especially touching or amusing passages.
Simply Scandalous is an incredibly fun read. Watching these two figure out that they want the same thing, and the trouble they generate in the process, makes for a satisfying read. I think this book might especially appeal to those who loved Lord of Scoundrels.
Best. Whim. Evar.
The book opens with Juliet Wayborn's brother getting the ever living snot beat out of him on the eve of a carriage race with Geoffrey Swale. Under the impression Lord Swale ordered the hit on her brother so he'd win the race, Juliet dons a man's hat and coat and races Swale herself. Embarrassed by losing to a woman and further scandalized by the spreading rumor that he paid to have Cary Wayborn attacked, Geoffrey finds himself in hot water with his duke father. The duke decides it's in the family's best interests that Geoffrey marry the very Miss Wayborn he finds so ridiculous.
Thus begins an amusing battle of wits between two strong-willed characters. Juliet's older brother, Benedict, turns down the marriage proposal, but Geoffrey goes off after Juliet to give her a piece of his mind, and to let her know he didn't want to marry her anyway. While visiting her at her aunt and uncle's home, the sparks fly. Swale breaks a glass display case full of porcelain figurines in a pique of anger. Juliet creates an inedible meal Swale can't avoid eating and calls him by the hated nickname Ginger. He's hot-headed and immature, she's strong-willed and impossible to cow, and both seem to enjoy playing this game, not that they'd admit that to anyone.
The book's strong point is its dialog. The banter between the protagonists by turns hilarious and achingly romantic. Juliet's conversations with her stern older brother show us a loving relationship more akin to father and daughter than one of a pair of siblings (I have a soft spot for older brother guardians). Most importantly, the dialog gives us a great picture of who these characters are. When Swale grudgingly tells his friend "The thing is, Alex...The thing is, I didn't mind being caught. I mean, I'm going to be caught one day. Why not by her?" it shows us volumes about Swale and his attraction to Juliet in a way a bunch of POV prose never could. I could happily quote half the book, and have gone back to reread especially touching or amusing passages.
Simply Scandalous is an incredibly fun read. Watching these two figure out that they want the same thing, and the trouble they generate in the process, makes for a satisfying read. I think this book might especially appeal to those who loved Lord of Scoundrels.
September 23, 2010
I really enjoyed this book. It is very silly, and loses its way somewhat in the second half, but the writing style is very witty, and the hero and heroine are unusual, to say the least. It made for a nice refreshing change from most of the Regency romances out there.
The hero, bless him, is essentially an anti-hero - very large, with a mass of sticky-outy red hair, copious sideburns, a hearty appetite for cheese and an absolutely filthy temper. I'm not talking dark and brooding, oh no. I'm talking irrational, out-of-proportion blind rage, which makes his, already unattractive face, blotchy. My only criticism is that his filthy temper seems to disappear in the second half, which was a real shame.
The heroine, meanwhile, is a superb match for him. Smart, witty, and a good driver, she does some things which don't sound daft at the time, but which Society views as unforgiveable. The scene with the carrots is priceless.
For me, the best bit about this book was the dialogue. It was absolutely fabulous, witty and dry. I could just visualise the hero and heroine spitting all sorts of insults at each other.
Very silly but very enjoyable.
The hero, bless him, is essentially an anti-hero - very large, with a mass of sticky-outy red hair, copious sideburns, a hearty appetite for cheese and an absolutely filthy temper. I'm not talking dark and brooding, oh no. I'm talking irrational, out-of-proportion blind rage, which makes his, already unattractive face, blotchy. My only criticism is that his filthy temper seems to disappear in the second half, which was a real shame.
The heroine, meanwhile, is a superb match for him. Smart, witty, and a good driver, she does some things which don't sound daft at the time, but which Society views as unforgiveable. The scene with the carrots is priceless.
For me, the best bit about this book was the dialogue. It was absolutely fabulous, witty and dry. I could just visualise the hero and heroine spitting all sorts of insults at each other.
Very silly but very enjoyable.
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January 1, 2019
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Absolutely wonderful tribute to Georgette Heyer - every single character is superb and the dialogue is sparkling.
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Absolutely wonderful tribute to Georgette Heyer - every single character is superb and the dialogue is sparkling.
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April 26, 2012
2 ½ stars. The plot based on mixups did not entertain me. But there was an amusing battle of wits.
STORY BRIEF:
Cary is attacked the night before a curricle race with Geoffrey. Thugs broke his arm and said they were sent by Geoffrey. Cary’s sister Juliet dresses in her brother’s clothes and runs the race in his place. This is a disgraceful activity for a lady and causes scandal.
The main characters are Juliet and Geoffrey. The main question is who will they marry.
WHAT I LIKED:
The characters. Juliet is handsome, not pretty. She considers herself plain. She is excellent with horses. Geoffrey has long bright red hair, and a short pug nose. He’s not good looking. He’s an undisciplined brawler with a fiery temper. He is usually found with a scowl on his face.
My favorite part was Geoffrey’s father (the Duke) wanting Geoffrey to marry Juliet for her nose. She had a straight, narrow, elegant nose. The Duke said “Over the centuries, the family has accumulated land and wealth and titles. Now, it is our turn to enrich future generations of Amblers.”
“We’re going to accumulate a nose?” (Geoffrey asked)
The Duke nodded. “The moment I saw this nose, Geoffrey, I knew we had to have it. It had the most astonishing effect on me.”
I enjoyed Ridley’s review and agree with her. She says “the book’s strong point is its dialogue. There’s an amusing battle of wits between two strong-willed characters.”
WHAT I DID NOT LIKE:
Too many conflicts were caused by vague communication and inaccurate assumptions. A one minute honest conversation and there would be no story. Early in the book I could accept some of this. Juliet asked two different people which direction to travel, but they were interrupted and didn’t answer her, which caused an incident - that was ok. But there was too much of this during the last third of the book. For example, Boy wants to marry Girl. Boy arrives and says to Girl “one must make sacrifices when one is in love...You see the length to which I am willing to go to please her.” Girl assumes Boy is talking about X (another lady). But Boy is really talking about Girl. Why doesn’t Boy say “you” instead of “her?”
Then as they talk about a nearby house, Girl says “I expect you would like to buy it for a certain lady as a wedding present.” Boy says “If a certain lady desires me to purchase it, I will of course be commanded by her.” Again, Girl thinks Boy is talking about X (another lady). Why can’t they say “you” and “me” instead of “a certain lady” and “her?”
Too many conversations continue like this through the rest of the book. Sometimes I’m ok with this if other things are funny. But here I was annoyed. The cover of the book says “madcap mixups abound.” Yes they do. Many readers are not bothered by this, so this may be a good book for them, but not for me.
Another problem: I didn’t see how the couple fell in love. All of their interaction is fighting and spats, and then all of a sudden each is in love with the other. I didn’t see why or how. And, I did not understand why she wanted to have sex with him. Ok, so she did have some weird logic, but I felt uncomfortable about it.
The ending was too abrupt. I wish the author had the couple explain things to each other. I would have liked seeing Juliet interact with Geoffrey knowing that he loved her and not someone else.
DATA:
Story length: 380 pages. Swearing language: mild. Sexual language: mild. One sex scene, 7 pages long. Setting: around 1810 England. Copyright: 2005. Genre: regency romance.
STORY BRIEF:
Cary is attacked the night before a curricle race with Geoffrey. Thugs broke his arm and said they were sent by Geoffrey. Cary’s sister Juliet dresses in her brother’s clothes and runs the race in his place. This is a disgraceful activity for a lady and causes scandal.
The main characters are Juliet and Geoffrey. The main question is who will they marry.
WHAT I LIKED:
The characters. Juliet is handsome, not pretty. She considers herself plain. She is excellent with horses. Geoffrey has long bright red hair, and a short pug nose. He’s not good looking. He’s an undisciplined brawler with a fiery temper. He is usually found with a scowl on his face.
My favorite part was Geoffrey’s father (the Duke) wanting Geoffrey to marry Juliet for her nose. She had a straight, narrow, elegant nose. The Duke said “Over the centuries, the family has accumulated land and wealth and titles. Now, it is our turn to enrich future generations of Amblers.”
“We’re going to accumulate a nose?” (Geoffrey asked)
The Duke nodded. “The moment I saw this nose, Geoffrey, I knew we had to have it. It had the most astonishing effect on me.”
I enjoyed Ridley’s review and agree with her. She says “the book’s strong point is its dialogue. There’s an amusing battle of wits between two strong-willed characters.”
WHAT I DID NOT LIKE:
Too many conflicts were caused by vague communication and inaccurate assumptions. A one minute honest conversation and there would be no story. Early in the book I could accept some of this. Juliet asked two different people which direction to travel, but they were interrupted and didn’t answer her, which caused an incident - that was ok. But there was too much of this during the last third of the book. For example, Boy wants to marry Girl. Boy arrives and says to Girl “one must make sacrifices when one is in love...You see the length to which I am willing to go to please her.” Girl assumes Boy is talking about X (another lady). But Boy is really talking about Girl. Why doesn’t Boy say “you” instead of “her?”
Then as they talk about a nearby house, Girl says “I expect you would like to buy it for a certain lady as a wedding present.” Boy says “If a certain lady desires me to purchase it, I will of course be commanded by her.” Again, Girl thinks Boy is talking about X (another lady). Why can’t they say “you” and “me” instead of “a certain lady” and “her?”
Too many conversations continue like this through the rest of the book. Sometimes I’m ok with this if other things are funny. But here I was annoyed. The cover of the book says “madcap mixups abound.” Yes they do. Many readers are not bothered by this, so this may be a good book for them, but not for me.
Another problem: I didn’t see how the couple fell in love. All of their interaction is fighting and spats, and then all of a sudden each is in love with the other. I didn’t see why or how. And, I did not understand why she wanted to have sex with him. Ok, so she did have some weird logic, but I felt uncomfortable about it.
The ending was too abrupt. I wish the author had the couple explain things to each other. I would have liked seeing Juliet interact with Geoffrey knowing that he loved her and not someone else.
DATA:
Story length: 380 pages. Swearing language: mild. Sexual language: mild. One sex scene, 7 pages long. Setting: around 1810 England. Copyright: 2005. Genre: regency romance.
June 14, 2019
Lord Swole ( its actually Swale , but hey ), thou art the original Broski. You smell of cheese, have bangin ' sideburns, punch everybody and their friend in the face, and probably deadlift your horse.
You also married the girl who beat you in a race, didn't like her brother talking down to her, don't sit with people who gossip or mince words, and you love your sister.
Thou hast ascended.
You also married the girl who beat you in a race, didn't like her brother talking down to her, don't sit with people who gossip or mince words, and you love your sister.
Thou hast ascended.
December 8, 2014
lolz... this one made me laugh out loud LITERALLY ....
The characters were simply humorous ...
the hero is giant & not so handsome , and to add on that he has Wild Temper ...BUt underneath that he is such a sweet person , so innocent , & he really does tries so much to win the lady's heart
The girl is wild tigeress herself , & just a perfect match for our hero ..
The silly mystery also adds up, with the greater confusion & chaos increasing, I am falling down with my hysterical laughter ...
Gosh , I dnt remember how much did any book made me laugh this much ....
July 22, 2010
This was cute in very non-traditional way. The hero wasn't obvious, at first and then when we figured out, we were completely surprised to find he wasn't a typical hottie(not even close). It was a fun romp, but not my fav of Ms. Lejuene.
June 23, 2019
Nope
I wanted to read this book for so long. I ended up buying the paperback from B&N.com.
I should have saved my money.
I hung in there for a few chapters, then ended up skimming through.
The villain behind the beating is discovered almost at the end of the story.
I don't like the back and forth insults. The hero calls the heroine a transvestite because she beat him in a race.
The heroine calls the hero an ape.
The hero is not heroic, he is a bully that shouts, yells and hits when he is angry. He decides, as a way to get even: He is going to make the heroine fall in love with him and then dump her at the altar.
Dead rats under pillows, broken china sheperdesses, newts in bed, mixed up marriage proposals and carrots covered in pepper then flambéd with brandy are all included in this story.
No thanks, what a waste
I wanted to read this book for so long. I ended up buying the paperback from B&N.com.
I should have saved my money.
I hung in there for a few chapters, then ended up skimming through.
The villain behind the beating is discovered almost at the end of the story.
I don't like the back and forth insults. The hero calls the heroine a transvestite because she beat him in a race.
The heroine calls the hero an ape.
The hero is not heroic, he is a bully that shouts, yells and hits when he is angry. He decides, as a way to get even: He is going to make the heroine fall in love with him and then dump her at the altar.
Dead rats under pillows, broken china sheperdesses, newts in bed, mixed up marriage proposals and carrots covered in pepper then flambéd with brandy are all included in this story.
No thanks, what a waste
December 20, 2020
Looking for literary inheritors for Georgette Heyer, since I've devoured that author's entire œuvre multiple times over, I chanced upon Tamara Lejeune and this novel did not disappoint. No-one can touch the wit and historical accuracy of Heyer, the Regency Queen, but Lejeune comes close (definitely closer than the more famous, soon-to-be-even-famouser Julia Quinn).
In this book, I enjoyed the country capers, the gentle comedy of manners and the Wodehousian comedy of miscommunication and blunders. Lejeune is more explicit than Heyer and less than Quinn, but on the whole quite enjoyable.
The characters aren't rounded out with depth that you'll fall in love with, and there is no revealing of deep truths about the human condition (other than a general preoccupation with newts and cheese), but I'd recommend the book for light, amusing, palate-cleansing pleasure reading, if you're a fan of period romance.
PS: I'd like to note also that the title and cover art are again inexpressibly victim to the publishing biases faced by women authors. The book is in no way as breathlessly flouncy as they imply.
In this book, I enjoyed the country capers, the gentle comedy of manners and the Wodehousian comedy of miscommunication and blunders. Lejeune is more explicit than Heyer and less than Quinn, but on the whole quite enjoyable.
The characters aren't rounded out with depth that you'll fall in love with, and there is no revealing of deep truths about the human condition (other than a general preoccupation with newts and cheese), but I'd recommend the book for light, amusing, palate-cleansing pleasure reading, if you're a fan of period romance.
PS: I'd like to note also that the title and cover art are again inexpressibly victim to the publishing biases faced by women authors. The book is in no way as breathlessly flouncy as they imply.
April 21, 2021
Loved it! More of a slapstick comedy than romance, but it is really very funny. I wonder if the books on the other two siblings be in the same style?
I couldn’t really get into it till the two protagonists meet, then I couldn’t finish it fast enough.
It is not a traditional regency if you mean there would be no sex scenes, there’s one,is this a spoiler? The scene itself had some humorous bits too, but I was really surprised because I thought this might be a “traditional”.
I couldn’t really get into it till the two protagonists meet, then I couldn’t finish it fast enough.
It is not a traditional regency if you mean there would be no sex scenes, there’s one,is this a spoiler? The scene itself had some humorous bits too, but I was really surprised because I thought this might be a “traditional”.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 13, 2021
I quite enjoyed this book, I really like this regency sitcomesque style and though I recognize there are some weaknesses (the resolution takes too long, the sex scene is pretty bad and it clashes with the book tone), I laughed out loud several times and Juliet and Ginger won my heart. Overall this worked for me.
July 15, 2024
This was a very enjoyable read. I found myself laughing out loud and giggle through the whole book. I must admit that it was a little bit too long for my taste and i have skipped some parts that were unnecessary in my opinion. The characters were likeable but all the misunderstandings went on for far too long.Still this was nice.
October 29, 2021
definite not a reread but interesting premise with red headed giant wooing young lady who shot him when brother [much younger] challenged to duel. read in 2018, never reviewed, borrowed from library but not interested enough for rereaed
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April 26, 2022Tamara Lejeune seems to be the heiress to Georgette Heyer's title of the queen of the regency novel...
She does add a touch of sex, but it is a light touch, and most of the novel is the banter and confusion and funny reparties a la Heyer!
She does add a touch of sex, but it is a light touch, and most of the novel is the banter and confusion and funny reparties a la Heyer!
May 24, 2022
Let's goooo Swale is one of those characters you can't help but love. Unfortunately, the book took too long getting started and I nearly dropped it. It's a shame that the book is paced so awkwardly, because I feel like it could've spent more time fleshing out the end.
March 3, 2024
He’s a red-haired *beast* with a volcanic temper and a snub-nose. She’s not a beauty but has a much coveted nose (his father wants him to marry her in order to get that nose into their family’s DNA). A delightfully funny E2L which I enjoyed tremendously. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
March 3, 2024
Really Liked this Book - Funny - Witty Conversation - well Written - Decided to get all her books (7) This should be book 1 of Three of the Wayborn Siblings. Book #2 is Surrender to Sin Book#3 is Rules for Being a Mistress.
February 27, 2020
It was simply hilarious god i loled
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May 27, 2020this was romantic and lovely.cute emma gran.funny how she want grandson badly.in any way
June 19, 2020
It's was so funny
Feel good book
Feel good book
June 24, 2020
3.5
This was so weird and frivolous but I still really enjoyed it? The ending was a tad abrupt I would of loved a *******
This was so weird and frivolous but I still really enjoyed it? The ending was a tad abrupt I would of loved a *******
January 9, 2022
I got this off a book list, and what? I feel like it was a little shallower plot development than I would have liked.
July 26, 2022
4⭐️
Okay this was so much fun and so funny! This is an uncommon hero type in well, all books, but particularly historical romances. He was very endearing and even likable.
Okay this was so much fun and so funny! This is an uncommon hero type in well, all books, but particularly historical romances. He was very endearing and even likable.
October 8, 2022
thought style was witty and fun, made me laugh out loud
the end was getting too silly though
and I stopped liking it after they had sex
the end was getting too silly though
and I stopped liking it after they had sex
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April 19, 2023Dnf ! The writing was too bad. Felt like i was reading a book written by a middle schooler.
July 24, 2024
I love ugly men 🎀
March 7, 2011
This is one of my all-time favorite historical romance. The cover is deceptive because their is minimial sex scenes but awesome dialog. The tête à tête between the 2 characters is amazing and you have to read carefully to keep up!!
There are 2 books in the series published after this one, but neither one stands out like this title.
There are 2 books in the series published after this one, but neither one stands out like this title.
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