He wants to marry her off quickly. She says absolutely not.
When the Marquess of Campbell inherits a fiery, red-headed Scottish beauty as his ward, it’s his job to marry her off. No problem. She comes with a fortune. Lady Bridget MacDuff will have suitors falling all over themselves to wed her.
Not so fast. Lady Bridget has plans for that fortune and they involve helping unfortunate women. And … unfortunate women. And she has no intention of helping her devastatingly handsome guardian in his quest to get her off his hands. He doesn’t plan to marry, either. Why should she?
Bridget and Cam are now on opposite sides of a war that neither one plans to lose. Even if Cam’s rakish presence throws Bridget’s heart into turmoil and the marquess can’t deny that his ward sets his heart afire. And then Cam makes a bold proposal…
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HIs Rebellious Lass is a good book. A woman’s late father plays matchmaker because his daughter is of age and hasn’t found a husband yet. So he sends her to England and his friends son take care of her. While he tries to marry her off he finds that he loves her.
A slow start for a Lord and his ward. Soon the more they disagree the more they are attracted to each other. When the nasty villain makes his move, love comes into play.
A heartbreaking look at the abuse of children and women and the power of men in a Regency marriage.
Received a free copy from Netgalley for an honest review.
I liked this story and even though I like slow burn romances this one was a little too slow for me. That being said, it is a nice story of Cam and Bridget. I did not feel that Cam was rakish (it was never shown) but just a guy who did not want to become his father (like we see in lots of stories) so he keeps saying he never wants to marry. I thought Bridget’s cause was honorable and would have liked the storyline to have delved more into that aspect of the story. Overall, a sweet read.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through NetGalley.
There are many times in this book where the “hero” is hard to like. Donald, The Marquess of Campbell (Cam) is arrogant, quick to draw conclusions, and quickly changing his mind, but usually only to the “heroine”, Bridget MacDuff. She is strong woman who is not willing to take what he is handing out. We can excuse him a little due to his abusive childhood and the fact that he is suddenly saddled with a ward who would rather be anywhere else. Bridget wants her inheritance so she can purchase a house for women who are abused by their significant others, a truly noble endeavor. Unfortunately, for her, she will only get it unless she marries or turns 23, two years from now. Even though, it seems Cam is constantly chastising her, they develop an attraction for each other, which both are going to fight tooth and nail. And yes, there are villains, one particularly nasty one. Just what role will he play in bringing them together? I do enjoy Callie Hutton’s books, but I must admit this one is not one of my favorites. The storyline is good, but the hero is just a little too overboard, but still it is a decent read. I received this eBook from NetGalley for an honest review.
His Rebellious Lass by Callie Hutton is the First book in the Scottish Hearts Series. This is the story of Bridget MacDuff and Donald ‘Cam’, the Marquess of Campbell.
Cam has inherited a Ward that is old enough to marry so that is what his plan is to do. When her having a great inheritance it should be a problem. So when he goes to put forth such thoughts to her it doesn’t go so easy. Cam has sworn off marrying after living under his father’s abuse. Bridget to has seen the problem of abuse too, so she has no plans to marry either and goes forward to make flops of his wishes. Bridget wants to use her money for good with helping helpless women/children have a place to stay. They finally make an agreement but what neither planned on was their feelings to grow toward each other so much.
Loved their story.
This is a fun rom-com story featuring our heroine Lady Bridget MacDuff and our hero Donald, the Marquess of Campbell aka Cam. From the beginning of their acquaintance they were huffing and puffing back and forth from each other. Bridget had spirit and determination. She had plans for her future and knew exactly what she wanted to do. She has fire, passion and desire to assist the abused and helpless women of the city. But she was also kind, compassionate, humorous, loving and caring. A dear friend of hers was abused and ultimately died at the hands of her cruel husband. This was her major motivation to set up a house to keep women and their children safe. However, Bridget was opinionated and obstinate. Now that she was Cam’s ward, she knew he would do his duty and secure a marriage for her. She never wanted to get married. She did not want to become property of a man to used and abused as he sees fit and get away with it under the law. No, she had her dream to fulfill and that would be enough for her. Cam on the other hand was like minded that he never wanted to marry. That did not stop him from enjoying the company of ladies. He was a rake, a rogue. But he was tender hearted toward his two younger sisters, was active in Parliament introducing bills to assist the unfortunate e.g. veterans and their families who needed assistance after coming home from the war. He was wealthy, titled was part of a loving family, he was intelligent, honest and forthright. But when it came to Bridget, he had to rein himself back from the edge of reason to deal with her. I enjoyed reading about the antics Bridget would go through to thwart Cam from setting up appropriate suitors. It was also interesting to see how often Cam would calm himself to make rational and fair decisions. I found the overall story of the romance between Bridget and Cam entertaining. However, there were a few things that I felt may improve the story. Bridget is from Scotland but has no accent, nor when angry or upset she does not even lapse into a brogue. Which I assume would be the case since she had lived there for several years before meeting Cam. She talks about missing Scotland but nowhere in the story is that desire of hers addressed. Also, when she is given responsibility for a baby, the baby is mentioned once or twice and it is never known what the fate of the babe will be growing up motherless and without family. How will that be dealt with? Another thing that I felt needed to be addressed was the scars mentally, emotionally and physically that Cam carried because of his cruel father. His sister relates to Bridget what he has been through, but why is it never addressed. I would think that in a budding relationship it would eventually come up. I also assumed, and maybe I should not have, that Cam had physical scars. How did he feel about that? Was he ashamed of his body and tried hard to not let it bother him or did it not bother him in the least? How would he explain to Bridget where they came from? I also feel this needed an extended epilogue to tie up some loose ends involving the women’s home, the unknown baby and Bridget and Cam’s future. When I got to the end, I thought to myself ‘is that all there is’? I really did not want the story to end like it did. Oh well. I feel there is room for improvement. I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Lady Bridget MacDuff is twenty one years old and quite capable of looking after herself, but her father’s will says she needs a guardian until she is twenty three or married. That’s so unfair, she needs her money now for her project.
Donald, the Marquess of Campbell, known as Cam to his friends, suffered under a brutal father and has sworn to allow the title to die out. He has already got his sisters married off to loving husbands, the last thing he needs is another woman to find one for.
Our strong minded but gentle hearted heroine is very naive when it comes to the ways of the ton. She would much rather be in the country, preferably Scotland.
Our hero is used to everyone jumping to obey his orders. This woman is going to drive him mad.
A very entertaing story with lovely characters. A dastardly villain to provide the necessary danger and a hero that gives us hope for men who listen.
Great fun.
His Rebellious Lass has a solid start–Bridget and Cam clash from the start as he wants his unexpected ward married right away, and marriage to anyone is the last thing she wants. Once they each understand what the other wants (she wants to open a home for women affected by domestic violence, he wants to go back to his comfortable, non-ward life where he can live his never-getting-married life in peace) they reach a compromise: she’ll go along with his attempts to find her a husband, and he’ll assist her with starting her shelter. Right away, Bridget goes out of her way to make herself appear as unmarriageable as possible, and the tactics she uses are at time laugh-out-loud funny. (Her outfit at their first outing, OMG)
Somewhere around the halfway mark, though, the story starts to veer a bit off the rails. Bridget and Cam are of course starting to feel drawn to each other–to be expected, because we all knew from the first sentence of the blurb this was going, right?–but the exploration of their initial attraction feels more clunky than natural. (I feel sparks! Oh no! Oh, wait, no sparks this time–phew. I’m good. I refuse to be attracted to him/her! I have a plan. Oh, dear–were those sparks again???) Then there’s the fact that even though Bridget’s one life goal since her friend died a battered woman has been to start a shelter, she has essentially made zero plans for it beyond “buy a house, help women, move to the country once said house is operating smoothly.” She doesn’t even understand budgeting, we find out later…? (We never do find out how on earth they’re going to keep the home–which every woman in the part of town they’re looking at buildings in seem to know to future purpose of–is going to be kept a secret from all of the men the women there are supposed to be protected from.) At one point Cam and Bridget are given a baby for its own protection–they give it to the nursemaid in Cam’s sister’s nursery, and from that point on she gets mentioned…maybe twice?
Then there’s a kidnapping! A scandal! A rushed marriage! A absolutely unbelievable big misunderstanding that made me want to smack Cam upside the head (I’m sorry, a much more grovelly grovel was in order for that than what Bridget actually gets)…and eventually, an HEA–but by that time I was feeling more than a little whiplash-ish. Maybe if Ms. Hutton had attempted a bit less here I would have enjoyed it more?
His Rebellious Lass is the first book in a new series, though I did get the impression that it might be loosely connected to earlier books (Cam’s friends’ stories, maybe?) This one isn’t ever going to be my favorite book from this author, but I am interested in seeing where else she will go with this series.
Rating: 3 stars / C
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Wow, it is my first full length novel read by Mrs Callie Hutton, as I had only read some of her novellas previously.
I just adored it.
Bridget and Cam, short for Campbell have their faults but they are both compassionate and loving characters.
Bridget had not the usual upbringing, she is more a hoyden than a perfect demure lady, she voices her opinions and refuses to fall under the thumb of a man. She has a grand project and plans for her future that does not involve a man.
Why this is war when her assigned guardian decides to marry her off as expediently as possible to wash his hands of her.
None expected the sizzle chemistry which awakens when they are together.
Cam has made the same oath than Bridget, years ago, to never marry as a revenge for his abusive father and for fear to become the same cruel father his has been.
I confess I did not really understood his choice as he is a very kind and caring man always finding a way to help the most vulnerable, supporting charities and parliament bills that will help those in needs.
Because of their own vows to avoid the marriage trap, they spent the whole tale running away from the institution and the other while being drawn to another at the same time.
With their last misunderstanding, I was very angry at Cam for doubting Bridget and not trusting her, I would have liked a bit more groveling on his side as he wounded and blackmailed her to do his bidding.
But it is also good when you react at the protagonists actions, good or bad, it means the author did a great job to bring them alive.
A big fat 5 stars for this wonderful story of understanding and acceptance.
This author is one of my favorite writers, and this book is another reason why. His Rebellious Lass is exciting and interesting and there is never a dull moment. Cam surely has his hands full and soon his heart will be as well. Lady Bridget’s antics will have you laughing along with her as she intends not to wed. I received an ARC copy and I am voluntarily leaving a review because I truly love the book.
When Cam is called to his estate to retrieve a package, he come face to face with Bridget Macduff, his new ward, His Rebellious Lass. He doesn’t want a ward and doesn’t know how he acquired one. Well, he’ll just get her settled and married off as quick as he can and get back to his own life. Bridget has other ideas. She does not want (or need in her view) a guardian, and she does not want to marry. No matter how determined he is; it does not get better. She wears breeches, rides astride, and can shoot and likes to hunt. What is he to do with her?
This is a lovely romantic comedy with a duty conscience and overly protective Marquess and a feisty and fiercely independent young lady. The story flows along quickly, full of fun, giggles, stolen kisses and a confused hero and heroine. There is also a vile, rather inept, villain who attempts to kidnap Bridget. Throughout the story both Cam andBridget ask one question over and over: Why did Bridget’s father not change his will when Cam’s father (the original guardian) died? Do we learn the answer? His Rebellious Lass is the first book in a new series. Scottish Hearts promises to be an entertaining and delightful series. I really enjoyed this book and happily recommend it. Looking forward to the next story.
I received an ARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. My review is voluntary.
Bridget, the heroine, is determined to make the world a better place by helping one abused woman at a time. In fact, her selfless dream of running a home to do just that had me loving her character from the get go. She had spunk, feistiness, and wasn’t about to let anything stand in her way, including the unexpected glitch in her deceased daddy’s will. She finds herself dumped onto the doorstep of a handsome, never plans to marry, rake reputation guardian. Unfortunately for her, his job is to find her a husband. With a “what’s good for the gander is good for the goose” undertone, Bridget hopes to derail that plan long enough to escape the marital hangman’s noose until she is old enough not to have to answer to anyone.
After a lot of expected back and forth bickering/banter, Cam, of course, eventually starts to fall for Bridget and vice versa. That is always my favorite part, folks. I love the push and pull of fighting attraction between meant to be together lovebirds.
If you are looking for a rich, reluctant, gorgeous guardian who falls for his almost old enough to be completely on her own ward but fights it until nearly the end, you might want to check into this romantic read. Just expect to see only proper English manners and dialect, and not Scottish brogue. I really didn’t sense much of a Scottish vibe at all. Upfront, we are told why Bridget actually doesn’t come across overly Scottish.
I mostly stayed in tune with this tale, but there were parts, especially after midway, that started to ramble so I found myself skimming until things picked back up. I’m still scratching my head over Bridget putting herself in a dangerous situation with a suspected murderer. It kind of felt like she answered the door and let him in despite seeing him in a scary hockey mask and yielding a large, bloody knife. Of course, that is not how it played out, but it showed a complete lack of common sense that astounded me.
I would not have found it amiss, however, if she had inflicted bodily harm on Cam for the rash, hurtful accusations and conclusion he jumped to when they were first intimate. That also was unexpected. At least it resulted in groveling and regret.
I haven’t a clue who the main couple will be in book 2. Here’s to hoping this review has been helpful in some way so you can decide if this book is a good fit for you.
Title: His Rebellious Lass, Scottish Hearts (Book 1), Author: Callie Hutton, Pages: 280, stand-alone but part of a series, determined to help abused women, steamy scenes late in the book, back and forth bickering/banter, both reluctant to marry, virgin heroine, former rake reputation hero., references to spousal abuse.
(I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not given any payment or compensation for this review. There is no affiliation or relationship between this reviewer and the author/publisher/NetGalley)
This was a delightful read by Callie Hutton. Cam and Bridget are both opposed to marrying. Him from heartache of losing his beloved wife, and her, to remain a wealthy spinster. When she shows up at Cams home, he is summoned home for an urgent “package”. Let the fun begin. It is one of those books you want to read and not stop. I couldn’t put it down. The characters were very likable. Cams children were wonderful. I am looking forward to reading more in this series. I thank NetGalley and the publisher for this copy and my opinions are my own.
Northen England, 1818 A charming story about two forces, when brought together, can sometimes become unmovable! Such is the case with Cam, the Marquess of Campbell and his newly inherited ward, Lady Bridget McDuff. The first indication is when he came upon her in his home and had no idea who she was but thought “the young lady’s face was perfection. High arched brows, creamy skin, a tiny nose and full lips that looked ready for kissing. On second glance, the way they were pursed, maybe not kissing. Who are you?” “I am your ward.” She tilted her chin up. “And not happy about it.” I’d say that set the stage for them going forward!!
Her father and Cam’s were schoolmates who had kept up a correspondence over the years. Unfortunately her father had not named a new guardian when Cam’s father had passed away and now the duty fell to him.
Cam won my heart almost immediately when I learned of his childhood and having to take over as head of the family and guardian to his two younger sisters when he was but twenty. He was determined to get her married off as soon as possible so he would not have the “duty of guarding her from hordes of men when they arrived in London. Her auburn hair and crystal blue eyes would stand out at any ton event.”
She was determined not to marry and in the will when she turned three and twenty, she would inherit the estate and money. She had plans for those funds to help other women in abusive relationships. He found her intriguing with her mixture of vulnerability and fortitude.
A marvelous story of an unlikely attraction that sparked engaging banter and unexpected feelings that possibly could not be denied! I always look forward to reading anything this author writes and so happy this is the start of a new series, because I know there is more to come!!
This author is one that will get me away from my suspense or paranormal to step back in time with a delicious tale. in this one we are give the beginning in a series with Bridget and Cam to give us a story that will keep us riveted to them both. Both are stubborn also which is good entertainment in reading with their own agenda. Half the fun is seeing whom get what but really whom gets whom. The drama of the day is most of the fun of reading with the chemistry that slowly takes over. Having humor also in all the right places I found myself just gobbling this one up.
When the Marquis of Campbell is called to his northern estate the last thing he thought he’d been summoned for was a ward – a fiery, red-headed Scottish beauty. Solution marry her off quickly afterall she’s well dowered & also attractive so the London bucks will be falling over themselves to wed Lady Bridget MacDuff.
However Lady Bridget has plans for that fortune and they involve helping unfortunate women. She has no plans to marry.
Bridget and Cam are now on opposite sides of a war that neither one plans to lose. Even if Cam’s rakish presence throws Bridget’s heart into turmoil and the marquis can’t deny that his ward sets his heart afire.
A fun entertaining read that held my interest from start to finish, well written with very likeable characters. Cam & Bridget were attracted to each other but both determined not to marry so fought their feelings & each other at every meeting. I loved the way they danced around each other & both had certainly met their match. There were misunderstandings along the way which as times threatened to derail their budding romance but which all added to my enjoyment of this captivating read
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
Put together two people who are determined to never marry and you come up with a totally delightful story. Cam returns to his country estate to find Bridget, a beautiful young woman, who tells Cam he is her guardian. From this point on and throughout the rest of the story, Cam is repeatedly shocked and surprised.
This was an easy read for me as the story flowed smoothly from scene to scene. I found the dialogue especially delightful and I fell in love with both Cam and Bridget. I really enjoyed this book
A funny story that will kept reading until the end…
A fiery Scottish woman, Bridget … which aim is to open a house for abused woman…
A young marquess, Cam that become guardian of Bridget and want to find her a husband so he is free and could live as he want…
War of wits… Funny and heat moments… and a villain…
I received a free copy and this is my honest and voluntary review.
I loved story line of the book, but it did have a few inconsistencies that bothered me. The biggest was Bridget Hated town life and missed/wanted the country life. She hated spending time in the city and complained about that when she met Cam, yet the house for women was going to be located in the middle of the city and no complaints were made about that. I also wished that Bridget was able to have a hand more in the Davenport issue. Cam was great as a hero and only got better throughout the story. Thank you for the advanced copy!
His Rebellious Lass is book one in Callie Hutton’s Scottish Hearts series. I adored this book. It has some truly wonderful moments. I found myself laughing out loud all through it. Lady Bridget MacDuff is a fiery Scottish lass who must marry in order to access her inheritance or wait two years to obtain it. The Marquess of Campbell is horrified to discover that he has been made legal guardian to Bridget. Over the weeks they spend together, he finds himself attracted to her. But both have vowed to never marry. I loved the bickering humorous banter between the two of them. Hutton has outdone herself with this story. I was gifted a copy of the book.