The “intoxicating, romantic and utterly ravishing” start to the Lost Lords series by the New York Times bestselling author of the Rogues Redeemed novels (Eloisa James). In the first of a dazzling series, Mary Jo Putney introduces the Lost Lords—maverick childhood friends with a flair for defying convention. Each is about to discover the woman who is his perfect match—but perfection doesn’t come … match—but perfection doesn’t come easily, even for the noble Duke of Ashton . . .
Battered by the sea, Adam remembers nothing of his past, his ducal rank, nor of the shipwreck that almost claimed his life. However, he’s delighted to hear that the golden-haired vision tending his wounds is his wife. Mariah’s name and face may not be familiar, but her touch, her warmth, feel deliciously right . . .
When Mariah Clarke prayed for a way to deter a bullying suitor, she didn’t imagine she’d find the answer washed ashore on a desolate beach. Convincing Adam that he is her husband is surprisingly easy. Resisting the temptation to act his wife, in every way, will prove anything but. And now a passion begun in fantasy has become dangerously real—and completely irresistible . . .
“Gentle humor, exotic elements, compelling, flawless prose, and irresistible characters caught in a sweet, sensual dilemma will leave readers smiling, breathless, and anxiously awaiting the next adventure.”—Library Journal (starred review)
“The enchanting first Lost Lords novel confirms bestseller Putney as a major force in historical romance . . . Entrancing characters and a superb plot line catapult this tale into stand-alone status.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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Great, readable romance about what happens when a lord with amnesia is found by a woman who wants to fend off another suitor — so she tells the amnesiac he’s her husband, and hijinks ensue. There is a LOT of plot in this one and it all comes together beautifully. My first experience with Putney’s books and will definitely seek out others based on …
Amnesiac Lord found by heroine who pretends he is her husband. Cute premise, but this one did not work for me.
Teresa Medeiro’s A Kiss to Remember has the exact same bare bones plot, but there it worked.
In each book, the heroine is in a bind and needs the security that marriage and a husband will provide. You know, Regency era. In each book, …
If I summarized the plot, it would sound like five books because so much happened, but while reading it, the action and subplots all worked well together. Adam and Mariah were terrific characters — compelling and layered and flawed. I was quite intrigued by Adam’s group of school friends and hope to discover stories about their HEAs.
Loving a Lost Lord is book one in the Lost Lords series by Mary Jo Putney. I liked this book. I felt the pace dragged a bit in the middle. But overall, I really liked the hero Adam Lawford. He is an intriguing character – of mixed heritage: English and Hindu, he endures prejudice and disdain. Involved in an accident, Adam wakes up with a severe …
A nice original starting point, with a female lead solving a usual (for the period) problem in an unusual way!