“I never considered freckles and red hair to be an enticement but with those connections, the remaining Chadwick sisters have become quite the prospect for the bachelor about town. I flatter myself with the knowledge, however, that they will never be truly accepted by the ton. Not with such displeasing and unladylike temperaments.” – Lady Hampton, Duchess of Bromley.With a duke and a viscount for … viscount for brothers-in-law, Emma has found herself subject to increasing attention from the many eligible men of the ton. A new experience for this redheaded, freckled bluestocking, who would rather be doing something else—anything else—than dancing with men who are only interested in her connections.
Marriage is not for her.
At least it was not. Until a certain Lord Radcliff—and a true rake—decided to accidentally ruin her. Well, perhaps neither of them quite envisioned ending up twined in such a mess that the only way to save her reputation—and that of her younger sister—was to marry the man.
The Earl of Radcliff is a practical stranger to her but she is prepared to make the best of her situation. After all, she is nothing if not a quick learner. Perhaps she can learn to be a successful wife and countess.
Unfortunately, the earl is hiding a few secrets. She’s not sure what they are but one of those secrets is causing a strong hatred of the country, and that just will not do. Emma hates London and is prepared to do anything to remain in the country with her family and friends. Somehow, while dealing with all the new adventures and, um, desires a marriage can bring, she must persuade her new husband that the country life is for them.
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She is a redhead with freckles and since her two sisters married she has become the next one the bachelors would like to marry. She would rather to do anything than getting married. She gets into a situation which means she needs to marry him. He is not the one anyone expected. He has secrets as well. What will she find out? Will she make it work? See if she is successful
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This is a real page turner that keeps you reading to see what will happen. There is some intrigue. This is a recommended read.
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I took a gamble on less than perfect and it ran away with my heart. Emma and the Earl is an adventure in romance. Holt continues to captivate with unique characters, witty dialogue and the sweetest romances. Emma and her Earl are proof that the most precious treasure is what resides within.
This is entertaining, romantic and amusing. Emma and Morgan end up married because they were found in a compromising situation. Morgan is gentleman enough to marry gracefully, but he’s not expecting Emma to be so determined to have a real, loving marriage. I loved this storyline and both of this characters are strong and likable.
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EMMA AND THE EARL is the third book in the Bluestocking Brides series. Each will stand on its own, but I highly recommend reading them all and in the order of release. This is the first I have read in the series and had no trouble understanding the previous relationships. Still, it goes without saying that I want to read the others!
Something different happened while I was reading this book. My fiancé asked me what I was reading and what it was about. I read the book blurb to him. It was fun explaining terms (like ton, rake, and bluestocking) that a modern, American gentleman wouldn’t know. We laughed that I would be considered to be a bluestocking. He made me feel valued just as our book boyfriends always do for their girls.
What starts as a bit of a Laurel-and-Hardy-esque farce for Morgan as he tries to rebuff a married woman soon turns very serious for him and Emma. The story is a light affair that was quickly read and kept a smile on my face as we prepared for our own serious business (Hurricane Dorian is on track to enter our backyard).
Not all stories need to be full of grit and angst. Sometimes we need a light and fluffiness. This was exactly the fluff I needed now, and I will seek out the rest of the series for more fluff, sweetness, and loving.
That’s not to say they didn’t have just-married issues to resolve, but they were handled with tenderness and compassion… and a little bit of properly placed jealousy.
I would highly recommend this story for anyone who needs a little escape from whatever trouble is brewing on their horizon. Then you can pick up those sand bags and continue on with a smile.
Note: While I received this book as a gifted ARC via Booksprout, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: EMMA AND THE EARL
Series: Bluestocking Brides #3
Category /Genre: Historical Romance
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content
Grammar/editing: received as an unedited ARC
Received from: Samantha Holt
Emma and the Earl is the third book in the Bluestocking Brides Series. If you like fun, light, quick read romance this is the book for you. It has the marriage of convenience that turns into love and an HEA. Over a fun book to add to the series.
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This is a short, sweet and sometimes funny story of Emma and Morgan. He doesn’t mean to fall on her! This is the third book in a series but I have not read the others and found this is good as a stand alone. Mr. Montgomery’s behaviour was peculiar and more explanation would have been good. Will Morgan ever tell Emma why he hates the country? They have an unusual beginning and an interesting relationship. Good quick read.
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This is a quick shot story to read, it is the third book in the Bluestocking Brides series. This story kept me laughing as I read it. The window ledge was one of the times. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
While trying to escape a married woman who was chasing him, Morgan inadvertently ruins Emma and is forced to marry her to save her reputation. They don’t know anything about each other except he was a womanizer and she was considered a blue stocking who wasn’t good at most things she tried like card tricks, painting, and singing. He has a secret fear, which makes him want to stay away from the countryside as much as possible and she can’t wait to leave London behind. This was an opposites attract forced marriage romance novella.
A bit modern in feel.
I always love when I get to read a Samantha Holt book. I love how she writes her characters and her plot run the gamut of emotions. This one is a bit modern in feel, some mystery, a little humor and all in all a very entertaining read. I am in Morgan and Emma comer all the way. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
Poor Lord Morgan Radcliffe, Earl of Whitehurst, has no idea what he has gotten himself into with the strong-willed bluestocking redhead he has to marry. Morgan is a rake, but still an honorable one. He will not become involved with a married lady, so he goes out a window to hide from Mrs. Newton. When he is found dangling out of a window by Emma Chadwick, she tries to help him get down safely by dragging a hay cart underneath the window for him. Unfortunately, he falls on top of her, they are found by her mother, and that is more than enough to make their marriage necessary to suppress any possible scandal or a ruined reputation.
Because secrets are involved, misunderstanding ensues and Emma will not back down regarding the virtues of spending life in the country versus staying in London. So she begins the task of persuading her new husband that the country is a much better place for a happily married gentleman to live.
This was such a fun book that I thoroughly enjoyed. I am the first to admit to preferring light-hearted fun and laughter in many of the books I read. This one easily meets that preference for me! Emma is a strong-willed young lady with a great deal of confidence. Morgan won’t know what he’ll soon be facing! Will she dig out his secrets? Or should this one stay hidden? Grab your copy and enjoy the adventure!
Poor Emma and her earl! Emma is just trying to help the gentleman out of a tricky spot, which she doesn’t completely understand, when through no fault of her own—or his even—she becomes utterly and thoroughly compromised. She hadn’t wished to marry in general, and she certainly did not want to marry a man like the earl or marry without love. They’re also quite different in their preferences for living; the earl is decidedly a city man while Emma much prefers the country. Their initial moments after the wedding are a bit awkward, but he will not force her into any intimacies she is not ready for. Their relationship becomes a bit of a game when they make a wager before going to the country to see one of his friends. She is bound and determined to make him like country life on this little visit, and so she makes a deal with him: he will do everything that she requires of him during the stay, and if she convinces him that the country life is a good one, he will agree to spend some time in it; if she cannot convince him, she will not continue to pester him about it.
I like these two characters. They both had such strong history coming into the story, him with a desire to continue his roguish ways in the city and her preferring to keep to her bluestocking, confirmed spinster ones. But they are both good people who are trying to make the best of a bad circumstance. I like the interplay between them as their relationship thawed. All in all, I thought this was a very enjoyable Regency.
When Morgan ropes Emma into helping him he inadvertently puts her in a compromising position. That begins their unforgettable to the truth and love.
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This is a fun read and a good addition to this series. The story gets off to a cute start and as Emma and Morgan’s relationship evolves I grew to really like them as a couple. I did feel that a couple of things could have been dealt with better and more completely but still, this was an enjoyable romance.
Such a captivating story from page one to the last! Samantha Holt’s characters are entrancing and her prose utterly spectacular!
I loved the main characters, they will entertain you until the last page. Heartwarming romance. My free opinion
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This made for delightful light reading in one afternoon. I always enjoy Samantha Holt’s stories and this one is no exception.
Emma and Morgan’s story begins in a most unusual way….he falls on her! Yes, falls on her!! lol Wouldn’t you know it, her mother discovers them in that compromising situation and before they know it, they are married! Emma, having had no wish to marry and Morgan, being a confirmed bachelor and rake, must now make the best of it and get to know each other. He not only has to deal with Emma, though, he must also deal with all her sisters who are not shy of voicing their opinions:) Also, because of the nightmares brought on by his parents’ death in the country, he prefers to live in London while Emma prefers the country. Amidst these problems, love blossoms and it’s very heartwarming to read how they reach their HEA.
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A great love story about Emma and Morgan who are forced to marry to save her from being ruined in the eyes of society after he is caught laying on top of her at a party. He actually jumped out a 2nd story door to escape a married woman trying who was trying to trap him. They discovered love and had a HEA. The story is well written and entertaining. I would recommend this book as a good read.
This is a nice story by Samantha Holt. It is about Morgan and Emma. This is the 3rd book in a series, but you do not need to read the other books (I did not), but after meeting Emma’s Sisters I want to read their stories also.
I like Morgan, I think he is cute for doing what is right and being happy about it.
Great Book