When will Richard Howard, the Viscount of Marbay and the only legitimate son of the Duke of Ryland, ever grow up? Preferring gambling and drinking in shabby taverns, he is an embarrassment to his family. Especially to his older and illegitimate brother, Tristan. But Tristan cannot protect his brother from himself when Richard is stalked in the night and marked for murder. Thus, Tristan seeks the … the truth of who wants his brother dead, and finds himself hunted by a killer – his own brother, Richard.
The two brothers find themselves at odds over two beautiful women-Lady Emma Sutton, and her cousin, Lizzie. But as Emma falls in love with one of the Duke’s sons, getting involved in a secret romance she doesn’t expect will grow into so much more, it jeopardizes not only the siblings’ fragile relationship, but also their own lives.
As the stakes are raised and the deception deepens, they all must face the truth about themselves or risk losing any chance at love or happiness.
In the end, will they break all the barriers that wish to keep them apart, or will internal battles and outside forces overpower them?
In this tale of love and jealousy, murder and redemption, two brothers must fight for one another if either of them is to survive.
If you love the majestic Regency and Victorian era, this is the novel for you!
“The Tale of the Wayward Viscount” is a clean historical regency romance novel of approximately 80.000 words (around 400 pages) full of twists and tension.
It is definitely a must read!
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This was a very beautiful story. I especially liked the character of Tristan and how he always looked out for his brother Richard. Tristan is Richard’s older, illegitimate brother. It was disheartening to see how Richard and his parents treated Tristan, although not surprising. Emma and Lizzie were a great addition to the story as well and the romantic pairings were also fun to read. The book had plenty of action, intrigue, and romance and I found it to be quite exciting and captivating. There were also a few tense moments near the end which kept me on the edge of my seat. The character development was well done and each had very real qualities and great personalities. I have been following Ms. Huntt for a while and her books are always amazing. I am looking forward to the next story she brings us. This book is definitely an entertaining read and I highly recommend you pick this one up!
I was given a complimentary advanced copy and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
I really enjoyed reading this book! Two brothers, one being born out of wedlock and the other a slush, both of which fall in love with a lady and her cousin! I recommend this book to anyone who likes the victorian or regency eras!
From the beginning of this story I loved the character of Tristan. As you read on the story evolves and I loved the sense and wit of Emma and Lizzie. It was nice to see the change in Richard’s demeanor for the love of a woman. One character everyone can fall in love with is Jefferson. This was a bit of everything I personally would want in a book but all wrapped into one.
The main character in this book is Tristan, the illegitimate son of the Duke of Ryland. The Duke and his wife agree to raise him because they have not been able to conceive a child of their own. Naturally, the Duchess gets pregnant with their own child. Then the book advances 20 years when both of the children, boys, are 19 yrs old. Then the book gets tough to read. Tristan grows up to be a very well mannered young man. No thanks to his atrocious family. The duchess, small d intended, is a horrible person. She doesn’t just ignore Tristan, she is deliberately cruel. And the legitimate son, Richard, is the arrogant jerk his over indulged parents raised him to be. And Richard is extremely jealous of his older brother even though he is the won that will inherit everything.
Finally, Tristan decides to leave the home and strike out on his home in America. Naturally, a young woman enters the picture before he can leave. And the attraction between Lady Emma and Tristan is instantaneous and really strong. Of course, the Duke and duchess want Richard to court and marry her. Add to the mix that someone wants Richard dead (no surprise.) Now the fun begins. How will the young people handle all that is coming at them? Who will win Lady Emma? Will Richard get his comeuppance? Will the duchess get her own comeuppance? You have to get the book to find out. It is a interesting character study of a very dysfunctional family.
I received a ARC of this e-book to read and write an honest review.
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Leaping lizards! Hadley unleashes one helluva spin, laying this beautifully composed treat, riding an arresting storyline and gripping plot, wrapping this baby up sleek, shiny and tight. Braided, bound and entangled, showcasing the explosive ups and agonizing downs, grounding in it’s strength and awe-inspiring in it’s depth. Shenanigans, escapades and mayhem rule the roost displaying the drama, animosity, turmoil, intrigue, danger, spiraling suspense and precarious situations, along with a boatload of determination, you have one intoxicating masterpiece. Crazy mishaps and unsettling happenstance, swirl with the formidable trials and taxing tribulations, spinning alongside the explosive twists and wicked turns, putting our characters through their paces, testing them in ways they could have never imagined. The characters, banter, dialogue, interactions and charged atmosphere along with relatable qualities and individual traits, blend and flow, transforming into genuinely charismatic personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and depictions creating a colorful backdrop that makes the storyline pop. Fantastic job Hedley, thanks for sharing this little gem with us.