Historical Romance Book Club discussion

Discussion thread for November 16 to 30, 2016 BOTM. Please remember to use the spoiler tags when necessary!(Please see 'some html is ok' for instructions)

Happy reading:)

Loving a Lost Lord


In the first of a dazzling series, Mary Jo Putney introduces the Lost Lords—maverick childhood friends with a flair for defying convention. Each is about to discover the woman who is his perfect match—but perfection doesn't come easily, even for the noble Duke of Ashton...

Battered by the sea, Adam remembers nothing of his past, his ducal rank, nor the shipwreck that almost claimed his life. However, he's delighted to hear that the golden-haired vision tending his wounds is his wife. Mariah's name and face may be familiar, but her touch, her warmth, feel deliciously right.

When Mariah Clarke prayed for a way to deter a bullying suitor, she didn't imagine she'd find the answer washed ashore on a desolate beach. Convincing Adam that he is her husband is surprisingly easy. Resisting the temptation to act his wife, in every way, will prove anything but. And now a passion begun in fantasy has become dangerously real—and completely irresistible.

I've been wanting to read this one for a while. Looking forward to my first BOTM with the group :0)

Started reading last night and am up to chapter 4 - the writing is a little problematic with too much telling and not enough showing. The story has potential though.

Lauren wrote: "Started reading last night and am up to chapter 4 - the writing is a little problematic with too much telling and not enough showing. The story has potential though."

yes I agree. This author is new to me. up to chapter 14

I couldn't get my hands on this book, so I am going to skip this one.

Priya wrote: "I couldn't get my hands on this book, so I am going to skip this one."

I honestly don't think you are missing much. (view spoiler)[Too many coincidences, people returning from the dead, a mother not contacting a beloved son even though he turned 21 at least nine years previously, (I don't recall if we are told how old Ash is,) not to mention that Mariah suddenly becomes eligible being the granddaughter of an earl. the historical inaccuracies and modern language don't help. (hide spoiler)]

You definitely are not missing anything, Priya.
I agree with all of Loriidae's comments. The entire book is one contrived plot twist after another and the hero and heroine are boring. The writing is also not my cup of tea.

Oh dear!

This book doesn't sound promising!

I love Mary Jo Putney, but this is definitely not my favorite. That along with timing is why I decided not to participate in this group read.

Mariana wrote: "I love Mary Jo Putney, but this is definitely not my favorite. That along with timing is why I decided not to participate in this group read."

What is your favourite?

Loriidae wrote: "Priya wrote: "I couldn't get my hands on this book, so I am going to skip this one."

I honestly don't think you are missing much. [spoilers removed]"

Modern language in HR puts me off.
I read a lot of good reviews of Mary Jo Putney, but this book doesn't sound to be that good.