Wild Gypsy Rose is Book 4 in Royals of Cardenas, a historical romance series set in the fictional kingdom of Cardenas, following the lives of the royal Rothchester family.When her cousin became the wife of the King of Cardenas, Tatiana Angelo was swept away by the intrigue and decadence of royal court life. Catching the eye of a rich and titled lord seemed like a dream come true, but a few months … but a few months after their whirlwind elopement, Tatiana found herself abandoned by the man who claimed to love her. Now, all she wishes to do is return to her previous life of simplicity and freedom. When she meets Adrian Wilshire, Tatiana is certain she’s found in him the freedom and passion she desires. But, when the truth of his identity comes to light, the consequences of their connection begin to rear their ugly heads.
A few months ago, Adrian was nothing more than the illegitimate son of a courtesan and a lord. After years of hard work, he’s finally saved enough to begin the modest but quiet life he’s always craved, hoping to leave the ghosts of his tormented past behind. When he sets eyes on the vivacious Gypsy woman dancing under the moonlight, Adrian knows that he has finally found the one who could make his dream of a happy future complete. But the strain of a responsibility he never wanted weighs heavily on him, as the demands of an estate left to him by his father press in on him from all sides. Can he survive trapped in a gilded cage he despises and still keep the heart of a woman who desires freedom above all else?
With his vengeful half-brother bent on destroying everything he has inherited, Adrian will find keeping the balance between duty and love even more complicated.
Royals of Cardenas Reading Order
Book One: The Rogue Prince
Book Two: The Awakened Prince
Book Three: The Lady Warriors of Barony
Book Four: Wild Gypsy Rose (Coming July 15)
Book Five: The Gypsy Lord (Coming September 15)
Bonus Novella: The Courtesan
Royals of Cardenas Series Keywords
Historical Romance
Victorian Era
Historical Fantasy
Royalty and Aristocrats
Fairytale
Mystery
Romantic Suspense
more
Elise Marion continues to raise the bar with each story in the “Royals of Cardenas” series and “Wild Gypsy Rose” is no exception. Her descriptions of not only the estate inherited by Adrian but the characters themselves with such vivid personalities and a fate induced chemistry seemingly pulled me in and wouldn’t let go. Passion, intrigue, secrets, adventure. These are all present in this historical romance that took me away and let me be a part of their world. I can’t wait for the next one.
Secrets, intrigue, and perhaps love too.
What Andrew put Tatiana through was just selfish and cruel. Now returning back to her home broken she meets Adrian. Now his life has not been a bed or roses either. With a bit of misunderstanding, kidnapping and super villains you will find you will be totally engaged in this story. It is a wonderful piece about fate and destiny that I highly recommend. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
Wild Gypsy Rose is Book 4 in Royals of Cardenas series, a well written story that I enjoyed reading. I will be looking for the next book as it sounds like it will be a good story also. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
My first thought after finishing reading this book was….”Elise Marion has completely outdone herself!!!” What an absolutely amazing story she has written for the 4th book of this series! I’ve loved the other books in the series but this one, this one left me breathless.
Both Tatiana Angelo and Adrian Wilshire have gone through so much in their lives and just when they’d decided to never love or trust another person again, they meet and their destiny is set. Nothing comes easy, though, and between secrets and Adrian’s evil half brother coming after them, their destiny almost seems to be lost! Every page in this story is filled with action, danger, intrigue, heartbreak and oh yes, love.
I now look forward to Desmond’s story!! I received an ARC of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
4.5 Stars
When her cousin Esmerelda became the wife of the King of Cardenas, Tatiana Angelo was swept away by the intrigue and decadence of royal court life. Catching the eye of rich and titled Lord Andrew Forsyth seemed like a dream come true, but a few months after their whirlwind elopement, Tatiana found herself abandoned by the man who claimed to love her. Now, all she wishes to do is return to her previous life of simplicity and freedom. When she meets Adrian Wilshire, Tatiana is certain she’s found in him the freedom and passion she desires. But, when the truth of his identity comes to light, the consequences of their connection begin to rear their ugly heads.
A few months ago, Adrian was nothing more than the illegitimate son of a courtesan and a lord. After years of hard work, he’s finally saved enough to begin the modest but quiet life he’s always craved, hoping to leave the ghosts of his tormented past behind. When he sets eyes on the vivacious Gypsy woman dancing under the moonlight, Adrian knows that he has finally found the one who could make his dream of a happy future complete.
An engrossing read I loved both Adrian & Tatiana who fell hard for each other at their first meeting but secrets from their past won’t remain hidden & threaten their burgeoning romance. A well written book, the pace was very good. The characters had plenty of depth too. This is the fourth book in the series & whilst it could be read on its own there are strands running throughout the series. I loved the intrigue & secrets which all added to this delightful book & after reading the epilogue I can’t wait for the next in the series
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
Love this series, and this book may be my favorite! Love, mystery, intrigue, secrets – it has it all. I have become a great fan of Ms. Marion. I received an arc of this book.
Tatiana and Adrian are a great couple. Both have trust issues due to having dark pasts. Good book, well written!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.