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Blurb
Her sinfully seductive rogue is not what he seems.
Angela Berry, an Italian-born widow of a wealthy American industrialist, finds the English winter unbearably cold to face alone. In a chance encounter, she meets a dowager countess who extends a heartwarming invitation to an enticingly naughty Christmas house party.
“I know a deliciously sensual man who can keep you warm on these long nights. You will know him immediately by his uniquely gorgeous green eyes.”
Serving the best interests of one’s country can be challenging. Being the beautiful American’s lover should be an effortless pleasure. But if Evan, the Earl of Ashington, is not careful, he could fall for the warm, giving, incredibly sensual woman in his arms over the holiday season. And if that happened, he might forget that he was sent to spy on this foreign industrialist’s widow.
Angela finds what she expects: a charming, experienced lover. She is surprised that he is also a duke’s heir. But he charms her and takes her to heights of passion she had never allowed herself to dream could exist. A joyous holiday fling ensues. Yet, occasionally, she catches glimpses of a self-disciplined, more empathetic man beneath his glib persona. A man she could easily love. But she knows a duke’s heir would never marry the widow of an American commoner, especially when he shows no sign that he views her as anything but a short-term bedmate.
Unwilling to risk further emotional entanglement, Angela plans a return to America. However, when her past catches up to her, she discovers that her carefree lover has transformed into a powerful protector. Yet, as time passes, she begins to question if he is truly who he appears to be. Alone in a foreign land, she can only rely on the intuition of her heart to navigate the uncertain days ahead.
Will a growing bond of trust and hope light their way to a shared life of love? Or will the force of the inexorable past destroy their trust and any chance at happiness?
Hot & Steamy, Emotional Regency Romance -Christmas Romance – Novella
This story can be read as a standalone Historical Romance with an HEA. But if you love reading about single widows looking to mingle with some of Regency England’s most desirable scoundrels, rakes, and rogues, please check out the other Wicked Widows’ League stories!
My Review – 5 stars *****
Sweet and Steamy Seasonal read!
Buon Natale, My Wicked Rogue, is a satisfying, sweet and steamy Regency novella. It features Angela, a young widow who is looking to escape the memories of a less than satisfying marriage and Evan, an Earl who offers her desire and passion such as she has not experienced before. The read takes place in the run up to and during the Christmas period and features lavish descriptions of the festivities and season, which added to my reading enjoyment.
Far from a profligate aristocrat Angela discovers Evan has hidden depths and they soon form an ever- deepening emotional attachment, with plenty of passion. Yet what will happen when secrets are revealed, and she discovers that their initial meeting was not by chance but by design? Can she forgive him? And what will happen when her own past catches up with her?
It’s a truly romantic read – Angela, despite her past hurts, is a strong character and is an excellent match for Evan who up until now has experienced passion in his relations with the opposite sex but not the all consuming love he has now found. I loved how protective Evan soon becomes of Angela and how they navigated the ups and downs of their relationship.
Recommended for readers of steamy reads, especially lovers of historical romance with a Christmas theme.
Reviewed by Tina Williams
Please note, a copy of the book was given to me by the author and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
