A review by storieswithsoul
The Rake of Hearts by Emily Windsor
5.0
I loved how this book transported me back in time. That’s why I read historical fiction. The settings, characters, and the language all made it a worthy read. And it’s so well written that it is difficult to put down. The story is pretty straightforward, something often seen in historical romance novels; a hero who is rakish, but also sensitive and sweet; a heroine who is vulnerable, but also strong and determined. I quite enjoyed the romance between the two main characters, as well as the side characters. In fact, to be honest, I find Hebe’s aunt’s love story to be more intriguing and tragically beautiful.
Hebe is a widow who is trying to get over her abusive husband. Ernest is a Duke’s brother, a second son, who doesn’t want to live an idle life. The two become entangled during the summer at an enchanting castle. Ernest likes her blunt manners and the way she is always rude to him. He feels that there is a mystery behind it and wishes to unravel it. Hebe finds him attractive, but she also knows that many women are after him and he doesn’t hide the fact that he is a rake. Once burnt, twice shy. She wants nothing to do with him. However, fate might have something else in mind.
Overall, I enjoyed this book and find it a leisurely read. I would definitely recommend it to the lovers of historical romance.
P.S. I would like to thank the author for a complimentary copy of this book.
Hebe is a widow who is trying to get over her abusive husband. Ernest is a Duke’s brother, a second son, who doesn’t want to live an idle life. The two become entangled during the summer at an enchanting castle. Ernest likes her blunt manners and the way she is always rude to him. He feels that there is a mystery behind it and wishes to unravel it. Hebe finds him attractive, but she also knows that many women are after him and he doesn’t hide the fact that he is a rake. Once burnt, twice shy. She wants nothing to do with him. However, fate might have something else in mind.
Overall, I enjoyed this book and find it a leisurely read. I would definitely recommend it to the lovers of historical romance.
P.S. I would like to thank the author for a complimentary copy of this book.