An earl in wolf's clothing (Rules of the Rogue, #1)

by Emily Windsor

• ISBN13: 9781916113909
• Publish Date: 1 July 2019
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: GB
• Imprint: Senara Press
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English

Reviews

I liked this a lot more than I thought I would. I'm never really a big fan of second chance romances but this wasn't too bad. I liked Bram and Sophie. Sophie was great, although I really can't wait for Aideen's story, she was hilarious. But I also liked Sophie's parents - they were understanding and affectionate and very supportive of the girl's happiness which was nice.

I loved the bromance between Bram, Jack and Alex. All their little plans to win Sophie over were amusing, although I liked it best when Sophie and Aideen managed to upend them. I didn't love the spy plot line - particularly when Sophie and Aideen end up in danger - kind of felt unnecessary, but it wasn't the worst thing I've read and it occupied a minor part - which was kind of why it felt unnecessary. If it had of taken up more of the book it would've made more sense. Or if the girls were involved in the spy business more.

The romance between Bram and Sophie was sweet and lighthearted. There was no real angst, just lots of misunderstandings. Bram was kind of a moron but it made for a great story.

I'll definitely be reading the rest of the series. I almost skipped this to start with Let Sleeping Dukes Lie, the third book in the series but I'm really glad I didn't. I got as far as hearing Aideen was kidnapped to decide I better read these in order. I think you probably could read them standalone but you'd miss a bit of lead up. 4 stars.

[Lindsey Gray]

4.5 Stars

I received this book for free. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

When Sophie Beckford and Bram, the Earl of Kelmarsh, meet in the most unusual way, it is about as close as one can come to love at first sight. Bram knows he needs a wife and an heir. His instant desire towards Sophie tells him he can’t wait any longer. The night their betrothal is to be announced, Bram’s secret life as a spy catches up with him and he loses Sophie.

Bram is heartbroken when Sophie and her family flee to Ireland where he cannot follow. He knows she will return and vows to be ready when she does. He begins the steps to his retirement as a spy. Once Sophie is back in London, Bram does everything he can to make sure Sophie knows his desire has never waned. Every month since she left, Bram has sent her a unique gift on the same day of every month. Once she has returned to London, the gifts keep coming. Sophie now has her cousin from Ireland to help her keep her heart turned from Bram’s gifts and determined will.

Windsor brought me into their world and wrapped me up in their love story and intrigues. Dynamic and passionate lead characters are cheered and jeered by spunky and determined secondary characters. I adored this first novel in what is bound to be a fantastic series. I can’t wait to read what Windsor has in store for us next!