The richest bachelor in England plays matchmaker…for an heiress he wants for himself! For beautiful, witty Lavinia Gray, there’s only one thing worse than having to ask the appalling Parth Sterling to marry her: being turned down by him.Now the richest bachelor in England, Parth is not about to marry a woman as reckless and fashion-obsessed as Lavinia; he’s chosen a far more suitable bride. But … Lavinia; he’s chosen a far more suitable bride.
But when he learns of Lavinia’s desperate circumstances, he offers to find her a husband. Even better, he’ll find her a prince.
As usual, there’s no problem Parth can’t fix. But the more time he spends with the beguiling Lavinia, the more he finds himself wondering…
Why does the woman who’s completely wrong feel so right in his arms?
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Another great read from Elisa James
This I my favorite book in the Wilde series so far. Witty dialogue and wonderful characters that you can’t help fall in love with.
I enjoyed this book. There was a bit of a twist with the heroine. Too often the women in historical romances are very one dimensional. I like that this one “worked” at something she loved to pay back her mother’s debts.
Enjoyed this next offering in the Wilde series. Lot’s of fun to see Lavinia get her HEA and for Parth to relax a bit and find love too.
Warning: Adult Sexual Content and Subject Matter, which you can skip over and still fully enjoy the book
Another fun addition to the Wildes of Lindow Castle series. We return to Lindow Castle this time with the Lavinia Gray and Parth Sterling story. Everyone is preparing for the wedding of North and Diana including Diana’s cousin Lavinia. The story picks up after Lavinia returns from Paris with her mother who stole from Diana to the Wilde family not disliking her but one that opens their arms to her. Lavinia, now with no dowry must find a rich husband and who does she turn to but Parth. Get ready for the usual escapades filled with drama and fun as the Wildes band together to create a happily ever after ending.
Eloisa James writes beautifully crafted historical romances and Born to be Wilde is no exception.
Lavina Gray and Parth Sterling have been quarreling with each other for years. She finds him appalling… condescending… rude… while he considers her to be shallow. The last thing either of them want is an attachment with each other, but when Lavinia realizes that marrying Parth would save both herself and her mother from ruin, she determines to swallow her pride and propose.
Parth is completely taken aback by Lavinia’s insistence they marry. He cannot for the life of him understand why she’d suggest such a preposterous thing and offers an alternative: to find her another fiancé while he romances a widow. The plan seems perfect, the potential outcome less so, for the more time Parth spends in Lavinia’s company, the more he realizes that he wants her for himself.
This was a wonderfully written romance. Watching the hero and heroine argue with each other in the most creative ways imaginable was thoroughly entertaining. A story to be savored and one I would highly recommend.
Eloisa James is one if my favorite authors. She’s a wordsmith of unparalleled talent. I always find a word I don’t know. Love her books and this one doesn’t disappoint.
No need for bookmarks cause you’ll won’t be able to put it down.
Eloisa James never disappoints. Lavinia and Parth’s story is beautifully written and captivates you from the very first. So smart and so well researched, I love, love her books and this one her best. Read it!!! And who doesn’t like fashion!
Lavinia finds herself in a terrible situation: her mother has been stealing for years to support a laudanum addiction. When Lavinia finds this out, nearly everything in her world turns upside down. Instead of a lighthearted heiress with men from several countries at her feet, she is now in debt and worried that her mother will go to prison. Her pride takes a real beating, and she battles hard to regain her self-worth.
In the meantime, Parth is trying to take the next logical step in life. It’s time to get married, and he is going to do that as logically as he does everything else. The problem is that he can’t stop worrying about Lavinia’s health and wanting to kiss her. Then it turns out that she is not as vacuous as he had originally supposed. He has to give up his plans if he truly wants her.
The best part of this book is watching Lavinia find her bearings and learn her true worth. She finds a way to solve her problems while helping other people. The second best part was seeing that Parth does have romance in his soul. He said some really beautiful things to Lavinia as the book went along.
I was really glad that North and Diana were in here, too. They had some sigh-worthy moments, and they talked some sense into Lavinia and Parth at key moments. Lady Knowe is wonderful as well. Also, we get the set-up for the next book in the series, and it sounds absolutely terrific!
In summary, this is exactly the type of historical romance I love. The characters are realistic and engaging, I learned a few things as I read, and I closed the book with a sigh and a smile. I highly recommend it!
The attraction between socialite Lavinia Gray and business man Parth Sterling has been sizzling since the first book in the Wilde series. The couple bickers constantly. Parth believes that Lavinia is a vapid socialite who collects bonnets; while she tells Parth he is rude and calls him “appalling Parth”. Even though Parth and Lavinia claim they don’t like each other-they can’t stay away from each other.
Lavinia has discovered that her mother has stolen her inheritance. Lady Gray spent the dowry and took Lavinia’s jewelry and her niece Diana’s emeralds sold them and replaced them with copies. Lavinia decides to marry a wealthy man and proposes to Parth who turns her down flat. However, he does offer to find her a husband! This well- written scene had me laughing out loud and drew me into the novel.
Lavinia eye for color, fabric and fashion earns her a paying job at Felton’s fabric shop. Lavinia has been tasked with designing the future Duchess of Lindow’s wedding gown and trousseau and the gowns for the entire Wilde family. Lavinia becomes immersed in her job designing and sewing the gowns needed for North and Diana’s wedding. She is able to repay some of her mother’s debts. Parth‘s feelings toward Lavinia change when he acknowledges Lavinia’s talent as a designer and his desire for her. I adored the scene when Parth brings Lavinia to the castle’s solar. This scene is touching, emotional and perfectly written.
Eloisa James weaves several important themes in Borne to be Wilde. She carefully balances Lavinia’s desire to earn her own dowry and payback her mother’s creditors with Parth’s overwhelming desire to solve her financial issues. Ms. James also weaves in Lady Gray’s addiction to laudanum, Lord Jeremy’s PSTD and North and Diana’s wedding into the plot. I adored all of the characters in the novel; especially the pragmatic Lady Knowe.
Eloisa James has written a fabulous romance; it’s emotional, poignant and the dialogue is fabulous. This romance captivated me because it was so much fun to see this couple fall in deeply in love! I adore Ms. James’ epilogues and this one was perfect especially the last sentence!
the third book in The Wildes of Lindow Castle series is just as romantic and page-turning as the first two tales. I love family series and this is one of the best ever!
Don’t miss any of the Wildes! Loved this book from the first scene of Lord Wilde coming home and not knowing who all the women were waiting on the docks for. I love the love story and the suspense and danger as the story unfolds. There are twists and turns, but as always ends with a HEA!
Eloisa delights with every turn of the page! This is such an entertaining and enjoyable novel! Another fabulous read!
Loved it!
Born to be Wilde is my favorite book in a series of great books. Lavinia is wonderful and one of the best heroines I’ve read. Parth is her perfect match. Lavinia finds out her mother’s secret addiction and that all their money is gone. I love that they both have a profession, it’s rarely seen that a female is allowed to work. That had to be the best part!! I like how Eloisa James’s books are so family and friends oriented. I can’t wait for the next book!
Where to begin with Born to be Wilde? I loved this story. I loved the last book, but I think with this series they have gotten better and better. At the end of Too Wilde to Wed we got a hint of what was going on with the story. We find out that Lavinia Gray and her mother are destitute. So, Lavinia needs to come with a plan to secure the two of them. In Born to be Wilde, we see Lavinia put the plan in motion. It starts off as an epic fail. EPIC! However, Parth is willing to help Lavinia find a wealthy husband. That’s when it starts to get interesting.
Okay, Parth and Lavinia have a strain friendship. They seem to rub one another the wrong way. However, as the story develops it’s not that don’t like each, but more they are trying to hide their feelings for one another. I love these two characters. They bring out the worst and the best out of each of each other. We watch Lavinia’s character grow so much in this story, because she’s force to learn about her inner strength. Parth has to go through some changes to; I mean he has to channel his love for Lavinia not come out as disdain. So, it’s a lot of fun to watch these.
Anyway, LOVED Born to be Wilde, and I can’t wait for the next book. Seriously, you get a little tease at the end of the story, and my mouth was agape. Even without the tidbit on what’s to happen it’s a fantastic book. Those who have loved the previous books are still going to love the next installment. You can start this book without starting with the first book, but there are a lot of characters that are involve with this story. Plus, you don’t want to miss out on the previous books.
Copy provided by Avon via Edelweiss.
Eloisa James is an author that I look forward to reading whenever one of her books comes out. This book, without a doubt, is my favorite of any of them so far. The characters are so well written – very human with emotions and actions. The epilogue even had me in tears (no spoilers though, just enjoy it for yourself). I also enjoyed the groundwork that’s been laid for the next book in the series (Betsy’s story).
Another adventure with Eloisa James’ wonderful Wildes! Lavinia and Parth’s story is as delightful and intriguing as the first two books in the series.
Born to be Wilde is the third book in Eloisa James addicting series The Wildes of Lindow Castle. This time around we get Parth and Lavinia’s story (finally!) These two have been teasing readers with their own pairing since the first book. Like the previous books before it, Born to be Wilde ( the title plays on Parth’s relationship with the Wilde family) plot device centers on a great misunderstanding and trust me when I say it’s not even the annoying kind where in you just want to throw the book at someone. Instead this great misunderstanding circles around the female characters awakening on who she is a person as oppose to what society dictates her to be. This premise hits home for Lavinia who seems to have gotten the reputation that because she is beautiful and loves her bonnets and dresses she is a fluff head. It was definitely satisfying when she finally realises her own worth and ability. It is also satisfying that Parth had to have a painful realisation on his own part in not giving Lavinia her due and basically love his own grand gesture to win her. Born to be Wilde is engaging and marvellously written and now you just want to continue reading about this family!