Although this is the seventh installment of this series, you do not need to have read the the others in order to enjoy this story. Each of the stories in this series for the most part are considered "stand alone" stories that feature their own beginning and ending (although the first books in this series did contain one overall arc that was featured throughout the stories, this one does not). Some of the characters from previous stories are mentioned, but there is nothing in this series that would be considered a spoiler for the others.

I will admit that the synopsis of this story is a bit misleading. Going into this story, I thought it was feature some of Rose's more "debauched" behavior leading up to her being reunited with Philip. However as soon as the story begins you are told that she and Philip have in fact been lovers for the past two years. This is easy enough to overlook however, and I think works out better because you can see they have feelings for each other - even if they can't admit that to themselves.

I very much enjoyed all of the characters in this story, but Rose stands out by far as my favorite. So often I've read novels where the widows, even young ones, would never entertain the thought of taking a lover, much less a string of them as Rose has done. It is her willingness to openly express her sexuality that makes her feel more real. She is a woman - and is not afraid to show it. Thankfully, due to the high ranking friends she has, she needn't worry about the ton shunning her as they might otherwise do either.

The romance between Philip and Rose was red hot like you may expect, but it was his tender relationship with her son Drake that was most endearing. He treated the boy with the utmost care, as if he would a child of his own, when even today, that isn't something commonly found.

One of the things I enjoy most about the novels done by Ms.Evans is the beautiful way she tells a story. You are immediately drawn into the world she has painstakingly created, and your attention is kept until the very last word. I have a hard time getting anything done when I have a book of hers, I simply must finish it.

In closing, I believe this novel will still appeal to those who enjoy a well written "friends to lovers second chance" historical romance that has just the right amount of mystery thrown in. I would read more from this author!

DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.

Philip Flagstaff enlisted in the military and found himself fighting in the Napoleonic war, what he never expected was his brother, the heir to the Earl of Cumberland to follow him and to join. During the war Robert unexpectedly sacrifices himself to save Phillip’s life and now Phillip suddenly finds himself the heir and he’s is filled with massive guilt.
Rose Deverill the wealthy widow of the Duke of Roxborough, has earned the reputation as the “Wicked Widow”. Rose has had a childhood crush on Phillip for years so when Robert died it only seemed natural she comfort him while he was grieving. Rose up until now has been perfectly content to be known by polite society as the “Wicked Widow” that is until she realizes her feeling for Phillip run much deeper and any previous lover she’s had. Phillip has sworn to never marry and produce an heir, he doesn’t feel he deserves it. Rose and Phillip need to find a solution to their dilemma soon her son, Drake already feels like Phillip is his father. Drake’s guardian will soon force Rose to marry before her reputation becomes an embarrassment to her son. When someone threatens little Drake and Rose Phillip reacts when he realizes he needs to get a grip on his guilt, his love for Rose and Drake are all that matter. A great book of how two people overcome their own demons and themselves to reach out to find their HEA. I loved this story of love, passionate romance and a little mystery throne into the mix!!!
I voluntarily read and reviewed this ARC copy from Net Galley.

I enjoyed this book. This author always surprises me her twists and turns! You can feel Philips pain in losing his family and feel Out of depth he feels. You can also feel the passion burning brightly between him and Rose. Loved it!

A Love to Remember
The Disgraced Lords #7
Bronwen Evans
4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was such a sweet and romantic story between Rose and Philip. I always enjoy reading a good historical romance. This was my first Bronwen Evans book. It can definitely be read as a standalone. Although I'm interested in going back and reading books 1-6.
Thanks NetGalley for the arc in exchange for my honest review.

I am voluntarily submitting my honest review after receiving an eARC from NetGalley.

This Regency romance has all the elements of a great novel--a strong heroine, a tragically lost and wounded soul in the hero and a solid storyline with some exciting and unexpected twists and turns. However, it lacks the polish to make the novel fully come together. The dialogue is often quite stilted and unnatural, particularly during the book's main crisis. Since speech is the main device used to advance the plot during this critical juncture, the departures from the voices previously established for the characters is especially jarring and distracting. While some of the cast of other Disgraced Lords novels make an appearance in this installment, it is not necessary to read the other books in the series to enjoy A Love to Remember (though they are good). This is a fun, quick read, but not my favorite work by Bronwen Evans.

I received this as an ARC. Having not read the previous (6!) books in this series, I was happy to see that you could read it as a stand alone. I enjoyed the angst of a man and woman, who each had their own reasons for not wedding, come to appreciate what is most important in their lives, each other. Now while I await the next book, A Dream of Redemption, I will read the previous books in this series.

As a lover of historical romance books I can count on Bronwen to deliver an amazing story. The continuation of the Libertine Scholars series was fantastic. I couldn't put it down. Mystery, suspense and romance are a powerful combination.

This is the first historical I have read in years! Evans really kept my interest throughout the book...I love the story of the heroine as a little girl in love with the older brother's friend. I felt Rose as a widow was ingenious since I really cannot stand the innocent heroine.
I felt the conflict was a little drab. Phillip's inner conflict to me was not enough motivation to continue reading...but I did. And the ending when she's gone and where he realizes he can't live without her didn't pack much of a punch for me, it seemed kind of just written as a way to fill the pages.
All in all, I enjoyed reading A Love To Remember if for the characters, if for nothing else.

Tremendous Series! Bronwen has finished this incredible series?(I hope not) With an incredible story of the Duchess of Roxborough, Rose, and Philip, the Earl of Cumberland. Philip, the Second son, should not have been Earl, his brother Robert, who took over after the death of their father, took care of the remaining siblings; turned the estate around, and gave his life for Philip, at the Battle of Waterloo! The guilt Philip bears, is wearing on him daily, if not for Rose, and her small, five year old son, The Duke of Roxborough, who idolizes Philip, and very much wants him as a father, and Rose who Very much wants him as her husband! Which will win out, honor, or love? I highly recommend! Thanks! I know that you will Enjoy this book, as much as I have!
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I quite liked this story! I received an ARC from netgalley, and did not realize that I would be reading the fifth book in a series that I had not read before, but I did not find I was missing anything. Can definitely be read on its own. The story had suspense, romance and mystery. I was pleasantly surprised, because I honestly wasn't expecting much.

Sometimes the "romance" dialogue was a bit sappy for my taste, but that was pretty sparse. It was a nice quick read.

I am giving a fair and honest review in exchange for this ARC. You can count on Bronwen Evans to spin a wonderful story and this tale is no different. I am usually very particular about the books i read and so when one comes up from certain authors I jump. Great tale, well written with so many good (and bad) characters.

I was so ready for a good regency story but this one didn't deliver. When a book BEGINS with a sex scene, where is there left for the story to go? Such a disappointment!

I have enjoyed this series, but I believe this is the best of all the books. Although this is part of a series, it can be read as a stand alone.
Rose is a beautiful young widow. She was married to a man old enough to be her grandfather. The marriage produced a son and that little boy is a treasure to Rose. Rose has made it clear to the world, she never intends to marry. For the last 2 years, she has been having an affair with Phillip. She has loved him since she was very young.
Phillip believes that he does not deserve to marry and have a happy life because he is responsible for the death of his older brother. His guilt has prevented him from believing that his life is worth as much as Robert's would have been. Although, Phillip is a man of honor and has become a good steward of his estate and responsibilities, he does not consider himself worthy.
Rose and Phillip enjoy one another's company, they share an interest in the same things, they share a group of friends, and their sense of humor is the same. Most of all, both of them love, Rose's son, Drake. Their affair is common knowledge among the ton and it adds to Rose's reputation as The Wicked Widow.
Phillip retains his belief that he will never marry. Rose's mind has changed. She realizes she wants marriage and children and she wants Phillip to be her husband.
At the same time the relationship is having very public ups and downs, there appears to be an undercurrent of danger aimed at Rose and her son.
Phillip and his friends are all very close to one another, the men and their wives and children provide a sense of family in the story. It is evident that they are supportive of one another and they all care for one another.
This is a story of relationships. Families can be made up of people who love one another but are not necessarily related by blood. Everyone needs people upon whom they can always depend. Ms Evans has created a group of people who are admirable and interesting. Her Disgraced Lords characters are not perfect, they are human beings with flaws. Most of all she has created people who make good friends to one another and good characters for readers.
I received this book from the publisher through NetGalley. I am voluntarily writing this review and all opinions are my own.

Another great adventure by the lovely bronwen evans.. Rose and Philip matched each other perfectly and Rose's determination to get Philip to realise what an idiot he is for lefting misguided honor get in the way of love.

Another great book by Bronwen Evans in THE DISGRACED LORD (#7) SERIES. Philip who becomes Earl with the war death of his brother Robert (he feels that he caused Robert's death). He vows never to marry and have children and to pass his title to his younger brother. Rose who has always crushed on Philip was married off by her father a 18 to an elderly Duke...after the birth of her son and death of the Duke she vows to never marry again. She gladly becomes Philip's mistress. 1/4 of the way through the book and I have to take a break for a few tears... Then I couldn't put it down til I finished it. Bronwen always adds just enough laughter, tears..happy and sad..mystery and danger to keep you turning the pages....

Philip Flagstaff, the Earl of Cumberland inherited his title from his brother. It was his fault his brother died, so he is determined not to benefit from what happened. He has two younger brothers so he doesn't need to marry to ensure the title. He will just make sure everything is safe for those that depend on him.
Rose Deverill, the Duchess of Roxborough is called the Wicked Widow. Her much older husband died just after his son was born, and she has plenty of money so she can do as she likes.
Her lover has no more need for marriage than she, so they are happy as they are. Aren't they?
Pressure starts to increase on our hero to do the right thing, but he has a very good reason not to. When someone's life is in danger some old friends are called on to help.
A tense and emotional story with lovely strong characters. There are lots of exciting and unexpected things happening. You will meet old friends from previous stories. If you haven't read the others this will tempt you. I have loved all of them. The stories just keep getting better and better. I loved it.

this was a fantastic story. The author did an excellent job of capturing the reader in the first chapter and kept me captive throughout the entire book. Can't wait to read more from this Author. will recommend this to all my family and friends.

After enduring a terrible marriage, Rose Deverill, has vowed never to marry again. The only good thing to have come from the marriage was her beloved son, Drake, the future Duke of Roxborough. As a widow, she's enjoying the attention of various men and finally enjoys passion.

Due to a family tragedy, Philip Flagstaff, is now the Earl of Cumberland. Philip suffers from unimaginable guilt thinking it was his fault that his brother died at the battle of Waterloo. He assumes the title of Earl, but vows never to marry or profit from his brother's untimely death and throws himself in the running of the Earldom. For the past two years, he enjoyed a torrid affair with Rose, but he can't commit to her because of his vow.

Ms. Evans is a talented writer and does a great job of letting the reader know what the main characters are thinking--Rose, who now would say yes to marriage if Philip asked, and Philip grappling with his guilt to the detriment of his own happiness. The plot twist of putting both Rose and her son in danger added a intriguing element to the book. I enjoyed this book more than the previous two books in the series and can recommend it as a stand alone story.

I LOVED this book, if you have been following the Disgraced Lords series then you already know Philip and Rose and you have probably been wondering why they haven't married. If you haven't read the series, you will still enjoy this book as Philip and Rose have primarily been secondary characters and Ms. Evans give more than enough back story to make this a stand alone title.

The book opens with Philip Flagstaff, the new Earl of Cumberland standing at the grave of his older brother Robert, the previous Earl. Philip is overwhelmed with grief and guilt, he blames himself for his brother's death as Robert sacrificed his own life to save Philip at Waterloo. At that moment, Philip makes a vow, he will never marry or have children, so the earldom he feels he stole from his older brother will go to Thomas, his younger brother. He believes the only way he can honor his brother is by sacrificing his own happiness. As he is standing there he is approached by Rose Deverill, Duchess of Roxborough. Rose has long admired Philip and had secret hopes to one day marry him, but her father sold her into marriage at 18 to a man old enough to be her grandfather. She endured marriage to him and was rewarded with the birth of her son and widowhood on the same day. She has no desire to remarry and has spent the last few years as a "wicked widow", taking lovers and refusing all offers of marriage.

Fast forward two years, Rose and Philip have been exclusive lovers since that day at the graveside, but now Rose wants more. She loves Philip and wants to marry him, her young son adores him and she would love more children, but she is afraid to broach the topic with Philip. For his part, Philip loves Rose and can't imagine a life without her and if not for his vow, he would marry her. So when the topic comes up, Rose is crushed to learn that Philip does not want to marry. She believes that he will marry, but not her. When a misunderstanding at a ball occurs, these two are forced to have the conversation they have both been dreading. Philip again says he will not marry and Rose tells him that she can no longer be his lover, she will remarry for the sake of her son, but if Philip cannot be her husband, she must be free of him so she can move on. Heartbroken, they spend one last night together and part ways.

Over the next few weeks, they dance around each other and each are subjected to jealousy when they are seen with other people. The tension between them is white hot and again Philip asks Rose to reconsider and again she refuses. When her son's guardian learns of their split, he tells Rose it is time for her to remarry and expects her to find a suitable groom by the time her son goes off to school. Rose is still holding out hope that Philip will change his mind and asks Lord Kirkwood to invite him to his house party. He agrees but tells her if Philip does not propose, she must move on and find someone else. Rose knows there will never be anyone else and has a secret that could force Philip to marry her - but that is not what she wants, she wants him to let go of his guilt and choose her.

At the house party Rose decides that she must tell Philip her secret, but when an attempt is made on her son's life and threats are made to her, she doesn't know who she can turn to. She decides that she must leave and returns to London without telling Philip anything. Philip knows that someone is trying to hurt Drake and enlists the Libertine Scholars to help him. He knows he loves Rose and will do anything to protect her - even if that means they must marry. When he learns she left the house party without telling him, he is furious.

He returns to London to confront Rose and tells her they will marry. Rose refuses, she tells him that she loves him, but if he can't choose her over his guilt, they would both be unhappy. Philip does not take this news well and is determined to change her mind. But before he can the villain strikes again. And Philip must decide if being a martyr is worth losing the only woman he has ever and will ever love.

OMG! This book was amazing, it is well written, flows perfectly, has super hot love scenes, a lot of action, a bit of angst, moments when you want to smack the hero, a couple of misunderstandings, cameos by the former Disgraced Lords and their ladies and finally a hard won HEA.

I highly recommend this book, even if you haven't been following the series, this book is not to be missed!!

A Love to Remember is a good book. It was fast-reading, had likeable characters, and an HEA. I was a little taken aback by the sex nearly immediately and for about the first third of the book. I don't have a problem with sex in books, but it was so surprising in a Regency to be the whole beginning of the book. Overall, I really liked Rose and Phillip although he was a little tiresome with his guilt and I was trained in guilt from a small child, so that is saying something. Once you got into the meat of the story, it much improved and actually shocked me at one point which made it even better.