Review: The Viscount and the Vixen by Lorraine Heath

Series: Hellions of Havisham Book #3
Format: Mass Market Paperback
Pages: 389
Rating: 5 Stars
How I Got It: Purchased
Genre: Historical Romance
Publisher: Avon

Synopsis courtesy of Goodreads

Love begets madness. Viscount Locksley watched it happen to his father after his cherished wife’s death. But when his sire arranges to marry flame-haired fortune hunter Portia Gadstone, Locke is compelled to take drastic measures to stop the stunning beauty from taking advantage of the marquess. A marriage of mutual pleasure could be convenient, indeed... as long as inconvenient feelings don’t interfere.

Desperation forced Portia to agree to marry a madman. The arrangement will offer the protection she needs. Or so she believes until the marquess’s distractingly handsome son peruses the fine print... and takes his father’s place!

Now the sedate—and, more importantly, secure—union Portia planned has been tossed in favor of one simmering with wicked temptation and potential heartbreak. Because as she begins to fall for her devilishly seductive husband, her dark secrets surface and threaten to ruin them both—unless Locke is willing to risk all and open his heart to love.

Review

Seriously, why are Lorraine Heath's books so perfect? She has a truly magical way with words. And I'm always in awe when I finish one of her books.

I was instantly  hooked by the characters and their story. Portia was an intriguing heroine. I don't want to spoil anything, but she's unconventional in the best possible way. And Locke is a truly caring man. His father was a great bonus, too. He is a great father and has so much love in him. There aren't many dad's like that especially especially in a historical.

The romance was executed perfectly. But that's normal for a Lorraine Heath book. It's like a well-choreographed dance. Portia and Locke slowly open their minds and hearts to each other. You can tell how much they value each other as a partner. I'm happy for the opportunity to spend time with all of these characters.

Thanks for reading!
Holly


Review

Seriously, why are Lorraine Heath's books so perfect? She has a truly magical way with words. And I'm always in awe when I finish one of her books.

I was instantly  hooked by the characters and their story. Portia was an intriguing heroine. I don't want to spoil anything, but she's unconventional in the best possible way. And Locke is a truly caring man. His father was a great bonus, too. He is a great father and has so much love in him. There aren't many dad's like that especially especially in a historical.

The romance was executed perfectly. But that's normal for a Lorraine Heath book. It's like a well-choreographed dance. Portia and Locke slowly open their minds and hearts to each other. You can tell how much they value each other as a partner. I'm happy for the opportunity to spend time with all of these characters.

Thanks for reading!
Holly

Review: The Earl Takes All by Lorraine Heath

Series: Hellions of Havisham Book #2
Format: Mass Market Paperback
Pages: 376
Rating: 5 Stars
How I Got It: Purchased
Genre: Historical Romance
Publisher: Avon

Synopsis courtesy of Goodreads

One summer night, Edward Alcott gives in to temptation and kisses Lady Julia Kenney in a dark garden. However, the passion she stirs within him is best left in the shadows as she weds his twin, the Earl of Greyling. But when tragedy strikes, to honor the vow he makes to his dying brother, Edward must pretend to be Greyling until the countess delivers her babe.

After her husband returns from a two-month sojourn, Julia finds him changed. Bolder, more daring, and more wicked—even if he does limit their encounters to kisses. With each passing day, she falls more deeply in love.

For Edward the embers of desire sparked on that long-ago night are quickly rekindled. He yearns to be her husband in truth. But if she discovers his ruse, she will despise him—and English law prevents him from marrying his brother’s widow. Yet he must dare to risk everything and reveal his secrets if he is to truly take all.

Review

The whole concept of this book is pretty ridiculous. I kept questioning how this would work out. But of course Ms. Heath did a fantastic job. She's the kind of author who can handle more complex situations like this.

It's no surprise, but I love these characters. Julia is a beautifully complex heroine. She struggles with her grief and conflicting emotions between two bothers. And Edward is one of my favorite heroes ever now. At first he seems like he may be a traditional reformed rake, but he's so much more. He has so much love for the people in his life and htat guides what he does. He is probably the most selfless character I've ever read about.

The romance is quite the roller coaster which is expected based on the premise. And it's nice to read about a couple who really thinks about what it means to be together. So many couples just jump in blind. The ending/resolution was a little rushed, but that doesn't bother me too much.

Then, there's the epilogue. I feel like I'm missing something. But I also feel like the next book might explain away that confusion.

Thanks for reading!
Holly