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shinysue's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Pretty good book. Pleasant. It wasn't too angsty, even the scenes where the reader doesn't know how the characters will get out of their predicament.
The book was twice as long as it needed to be. Some of those scenes could have been cut. A lot of the adventuring was just adventuring, not much character building. Which kind of felt boring after a while. But there was still a whole half a book to read after that.
The ultimate resolution was satisfying, but achieved through a series of ridiculously unlikely events which really pulled me out of the story.
The book was twice as long as it needed to be. Some of those scenes could have been cut. A lot of the adventuring was just adventuring, not much character building. Which kind of felt boring after a while. But there was still a whole half a book to read after that.
The ultimate resolution was satisfying, but achieved through a series of ridiculously unlikely events which really pulled me out of the story.
tessanne's review against another edition
3.0
I was prepared to dislike this book. For starters, I’m not a huge fan of the road trip romance. And also, I don’t like frothy pink covers (I know, I know).
But I enjoyed it quite a bit! I liked both main characters and their trip did not bore me. The enjoyed the surrounding stories as well, though I definitely wanted more details about aunt Lolly.
A couple things I took exception with: more info on Asher’s friends would have been nice; maybe a little less mishap on the road would have been good; and what happened once Winn’s parents came and confronted Asher really ticked me off. I mean, I get that W was not very confident, but if you’ve told someone that nothing could change your mind about them and then.... something easily does and you don’t allow explanation? That bothers me a lot.
The writing was quite good and I’ll happily pick up another book by this author.
But I enjoyed it quite a bit! I liked both main characters and their trip did not bore me. The enjoyed the surrounding stories as well, though I definitely wanted more details about aunt Lolly.
A couple things I took exception with: more info on Asher’s friends would have been nice; maybe a little less mishap on the road would have been good; and what happened once Winn’s parents came and confronted Asher really ticked me off. I mean, I get that W was not very confident, but if you’ve told someone that nothing could change your mind about them and then.... something easily does and you don’t allow explanation? That bothers me a lot.
The writing was quite good and I’ll happily pick up another book by this author.
magdaprzybylska's review against another edition
4.0
For 70% of this book, I thought it’ll be new favourite of mine! I love road trip romance and really enjoyed the chemistry between Asher and Winn. However, they have fallen in love too early for me and the ending dragged endlessly. Nonetheless, I did enjoy the book so pick it up if you want.
gypsybaby75's review against another edition
4.0
This was the first historical I've read in years that drew me in. I'm used to the writings of Lindsey, and Banks, and I have not read anything quite like them in a while. While Lorret came close, Lindsey is in a class by herself. Even so; I got swept up in Asher and Winn's story and I could not put it down. I cannot wait to read the second book in this series.
her_eyes_flashed's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
timitra's review against another edition
4.0
Wonderful story
Lord Holt Takes a Bride was funny, sweet and sexy. There was adventure, a bit of action and so much more. I simply adored the main characters, Asher and Winn. I loved watching them stumble through falling for each other. This was my first book by this author but it won't be my last. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series as well as reading through her backlist. I definitely recommend it to all.
Lord Holt Takes a Bride was funny, sweet and sexy. There was adventure, a bit of action and so much more. I simply adored the main characters, Asher and Winn. I loved watching them stumble through falling for each other. This was my first book by this author but it won't be my last. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series as well as reading through her backlist. I definitely recommend it to all.
tales_of_a_bookbug's review
4.0
There were a lot of good releases in historical romance this March, and I think this was one of them along with An Heiress to Remember!
Lord Holt Takes a Bride has a memorable cover(who doesn't love that soft pink) and a refreshing twist on the old need-to-marry-for-money trope!
Winn is a rich heiress, who is being forced to marry an obnoxious man by her parents, but she wishes to marry for love. Her fiance is a tool who has a mistress and regards Winn as nothing more than a cash cow. So, on the day of the wedding she decides that she's had enough and runs away straight into a carriage, which she assumes is the one her friend Jane has arranged for her.
Lord Asher Holt was kidnapped by a pair of debutantes who wished to find out more about scoundrels in order to write a book(lol!), when he overhears them talking to their friend who is getting married the next day. He's got a despicable father who has run through all the money in the coffers, so when he loses the last bit of money that he had needed to make his future better, he assumes that the girls are responsible for it. Putting two and two together, he decides to pay the heiress a visit when she jumps into his carriage and urges him to take off!
And thus they go off on a madcap adventure! As they slowly begin to fall for each other, the risks keep rising and what will happen when Winn finds out the secrets that Asher has been hiding?
The book gets off to a good start with a group of debutantes kidnapping a lord(for research purposes of course) and I found that it had a great mix of romance, humor and steam! Winn was a little naive at times as she had led a sheltered life, but she made for a great heroine! I loved her desire to be independent and once she decided that she wouldn't listen to everyone else's opinions, she became quite strong! It was fun watching her discover herself and become more free as the journey progressed. Asher seemed to be similar to the typical HR heroes at first, but as the story went further we get to see more beyond his outer persona. His dad was a real piece of work and I hated him throughout the whole book.
On the other hand, Winn's parents were great additions and they have their own story arc where they slowly rekindle their marriage while searching for Winn, and we get to see their reasons for behaving the way they did. Winn also had an amazing group of friends and those ladies are hilarious! I can't wait to read their books!
If you're looking for a light historical romance with some road adventures and kidnapping, you should definitely check this one out! ;)
*I received an ARC via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review*
Lord Holt Takes a Bride has a memorable cover(who doesn't love that soft pink) and a refreshing twist on the old need-to-marry-for-money trope!
Winn is a rich heiress, who is being forced to marry an obnoxious man by her parents, but she wishes to marry for love. Her fiance is a tool who has a mistress and regards Winn as nothing more than a cash cow. So, on the day of the wedding she decides that she's had enough and runs away straight into a carriage, which she assumes is the one her friend Jane has arranged for her.
Lord Asher Holt was kidnapped by a pair of debutantes who wished to find out more about scoundrels in order to write a book(lol!), when he overhears them talking to their friend who is getting married the next day. He's got a despicable father who has run through all the money in the coffers, so when he loses the last bit of money that he had needed to make his future better, he assumes that the girls are responsible for it. Putting two and two together, he decides to pay the heiress a visit when she jumps into his carriage and urges him to take off!
And thus they go off on a madcap adventure! As they slowly begin to fall for each other, the risks keep rising and what will happen when Winn finds out the secrets that Asher has been hiding?
The book gets off to a good start with a group of debutantes kidnapping a lord(for research purposes of course) and I found that it had a great mix of romance, humor and steam! Winn was a little naive at times as she had led a sheltered life, but she made for a great heroine! I loved her desire to be independent and once she decided that she wouldn't listen to everyone else's opinions, she became quite strong! It was fun watching her discover herself and become more free as the journey progressed. Asher seemed to be similar to the typical HR heroes at first, but as the story went further we get to see more beyond his outer persona. His dad was a real piece of work and I hated him throughout the whole book.
On the other hand, Winn's parents were great additions and they have their own story arc where they slowly rekindle their marriage while searching for Winn, and we get to see their reasons for behaving the way they did. Winn also had an amazing group of friends and those ladies are hilarious! I can't wait to read their books!
If you're looking for a light historical romance with some road adventures and kidnapping, you should definitely check this one out! ;)
*I received an ARC via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review*