Unsurprisingly, I really enjoyed this book! Amalie Howard writes great historical romance, and I really liked her first solo foray into the genre! My only issue was that Harte's character was a little *too* mean at some points. His behavior is explained by the trauma he has been through, but that only goes so far. That said, I did still really like the book, and Astrid was amazing!

I met Amalie Howard at a book conference earlier this year but hadn't read any of her books until her newest, The Beast of Beswick, hit my Kindle. Oh my gosh, how have I not read this author before? I loved this story! It was everything I hope for in a historical romance with its brooding, scarred hero and damn-the-torpedoes-full-speed-ahead, heroine. Historical romance purists may take issue with some modern themes in this book (feminist heroines who take on the patriarchy) but I'm not among them. Astrid is brilliantly portrayed, wholly believable, and had my support the entire way. Then there's Thane. Oh, what that man has suffered. He could only be brought out of hiding by a woman as strong as he and I loved being there to watch it all unfold. Surrounding our couple, Howard has assembled a wonderful cast of secondary characters who provide humor, compassion, and conflict. I adored Thane's Aunt Mable and enjoyed watching Astrid's younger sister coming into her own. The rapid-fire dialogue, rich sensuality, cheeky servants, and impeccable storytelling kept me engaged from beginning to end. I laughed, cheered, cringed, and shed a few tears before reaching the immensely satisfying conclusion. Then, I wanted to go right back to the beginning and read the story all over again. So, you know what? I did! Now, I'll be downloading Amalie Howard's historical back list along with eagerly anticipating whatever she has in store for readers next. I can't wait!

*ARC received from publisher.
*All opinions expressed are my own.
*Posted with Q&A at The Romance Dish.

I'll start off this review by saying, it has been a long time since I've read a Historical romance. I have nothing against them, it just sort of fazed out of my reading list after a while. When I read the blurb for Beast of Beswick though, it stirred something in me to pick this up and I'm so glad I did. This for me was very much like a Beauty and the Beast story but in this case, our Beauty is trying to protect her younger sister instead of her father, in a historical romance setting with a modern, feminist twist.

Lady Astrid Everleigh is determined to protect her little sister from her conniving Uncle as he tries to marry her off to the highest bidder, especially since it is the man who ruined her reputation with lies. Her ex-fiancee is still looking for revenge after she shunned his advances before their marriage and if it wasn't bad enough that he spread rumors about her after the marriage was called off, he tries to ge this claws on her little sister, Isobel. Desperate, she takes Isobel and tries to convince Lord Nathaniel Harte, the Duke of Beswick, to offer them refuge in exchange for marriage. But Thane is very much a beast and scoffs at the idea. Who would want such a heavily scarred and disfigured man? After coming home from the war, Thane is bitter and angry at the world for all he has suffered and his only joy is to destroy his dead father's precious antiques that he loved more than his own family. He initially sends Astrid and Isobel away but the stubborn beauty is having none of it and inserts herself into his life where he ends up reluctantly agreeing to help. As Astrid begins to see behind the scars to the man Thane once was, it is a battle to get him to see himself. He hears the whispers of the others in the ton and can't bear to be outside and have others see him, but his desire for the sassy Astrid grows and it's hard to resist her prodding when she tries to get him to act human again. These two continually butt heads, with him trying to resist and Astrid stubbornly refusing.

I loved Astrid's character as she is a strong and intelligent woman for this time period and isn't afraid to do whatever she must to protect her sister. I loved Thane who, even with all his mental blockades, does try to step out into the real world again. I felt sad for Thane not being able to see past his scars, or how his family was so cold to him that he didn't think he deserved to be happy or have Astrid in his life. Suffering physically and emotionally, it takes a strong woman like Astrid to make him open up and see that he's more than what's on the outside.

I think if you are looking for a very traditional historical, this probably isn't it. I loved it because it was historical, but with modern touches. Astrid is very smart, having an actual education and not just how to be a perfect wife and sew some clothing which would be the traditional part for that era. She talks back to Thane and treats the servants like human beings, bringing light and happiness to those around her. She is fierce but knows that she is a woman that needs a man's help if she's to save Isobel and yet, her sister ends up saving herself because she's just as fierce and determined. This is a time period where being a woman was a hindrance, not a strength, and yet they try to overcome it. Thane is still a strong presence and without him, they definitely wouldn't have succeeded as he is one to be feared but his role is not that of hero to save the little woman, but to assist with them saving themselves. Astrid and Thane are both strong characters and I loved reading about them.

I enjoyed this book so much.Take a scarred, grumpy, reclusive hero and pair him with a strongminded, smart heroine, throw in a few villainous relatives and one downright terrible Earl and you have a delightful historical romance.

I”m a sucker for beauty and the beast type stories, so as soon as I read the blurb I knew I would be hitting the request button. I’m sure there will be reviews out there talking about how it’s not quite realistic to the times, I’m here to tell you that they are correct, but I didn’t care one bit.

Astrid comes to Thane out of options and willing to do just about anything to save her sister from a forced marriage to a lecherous man. She suggests marriage, but ultimately ends up working for him cataloguing his father’s expensive vase collection. Nathaniel Harte, Duke of Beswick, better known as Thane, has zero time or inclination to take on a wife, but he is quite taken with Astrid’s no-nonsense personality. Their courtship is rather acrimonious at first and then it becomes kind of a sensual dance between them with each of them fighting an attraction and Thane believing he is not worthy of love or affection.

I enjoyed their journey to love and HEA. It was at times heartbreaking, especially when I realized how horribly society treated Thane because of his scars. The back and forth between Thane and Astrid was a delight and the chemistry sizzled. This was a quick, sexy read that I would definitely recommend to historical romance readers.

***3.75 stars
I enjoy stories about the "Beauty and the Beast" theme and this one by Amalie Howard hits the mark. Astrid is independent, forceful and loves her sister. When she is threatened, Astrid will go to any lengths to protect her sister's honour. Cue the "Beast" - Lord Nathaniel. Surviving the war and returning home did not end his battles. The desertion of a traitor lead to men lost, the physical injuries he suffered, and the sense of shame for his lack of vigilence all compounds into his become more hermit-like than nobleman. When Astrid seeks his help to protect her sister, their struggle to balance their growing attraction with society's restrictions becomes urgent. Will either of them survive the consequences of a past shame, a present danger and a future persecution?

Every so often I just have to read some romantic suspense and this one really fit the bill. It took me to another place leaving all stress behind. The story may have been predictable but it was no less enjoyable! It is the story of Astrid and Thane mostly. Thane is badly disfigured from events during the war. His disfigurement has hardened his heart, made him believe he is unworthy of being loved. But there is definite electricity between him and Astrid. I just loved the development between them.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

As a fan of historical romances I found much to like about this story of two strong-willed people fighting an attraction that practically jumps off the pages. Both have been hurt in their pasts which leads to them being cautious about their futures. Add in some fast-paced and witty banter and you end up with an unforgettable romance, and couple, who I rooted for every step of the way.

Lady Astrid Everleigh once thought her future secure after being proposed to by a rich member of the Ton. Unfortunately he wasn’t a gentleman and ruined her reputation after she refused to give in to his desires weeks before they were to marry. With her sister now catching his attention Astrid’s determined to keep her safe by making a deal with the devil...scarred returning war hero, Lord Nathaniel Harte. It’s a deal that has her offering her assistance with selling some of his father’s figurines as well as offering up herself in marriage. It’s an offer made out of desperation at first, but the more time they spend together the more drawn to him she becomes in a rocky journey of push/pull on the way to HEA. Astrid’s a wonderful heroine, a bit modern in some of her actions, but a delight nonetheless in her interactions with her sister and Thane. From the moment she met Thane there was a spark between them, a crackling connection that had each of them giving as good as they got. Astrid’s an appealing heroine with a kind heart who would sacrifice all to make her sister safe and happy and her self-sacrifice endeared her to me even more. Watching her and Thane dance their merry dance made for a sweet yet sensual journey to HEA that kept me glued to the pages from the first page to the last.

Lord Nathaniel Harte grew up angry and bitter as the spare to his brother being the heir. He felt that he was lacking a purpose while his brother was being groomed to take charge of the family’s estate. Like most other spares Thane chose to join the military where a single event changed his life irrevocably. Coming home a bitter and scarred man has him cutting himself off from others, believing that no woman would ever want him, all while he fights his attraction to the outspoken young woman asking for his help. Thane’s scars run deep though. Not only do they mar his face but they also weigh on his heart and soul as he constantly brings them up when in Astrid’s presence. I can certainly understand his negative feelings though as many of those living in their community see him as someone to fear...while I just think he needs a hug instead. I enjoyed his interactions with Astrid, enjoyed her getting the better of him while pushing back on his preconceived notions of what a real lady does. Being with Astrid dragged him out of his self-imposed darkness and it made for a crackling romance that made me blush and laugh a time or two.

From the first page to the last this story kept me fully invested in its outcome courtesy of its decadently delightful main couple. Their banter sizzles and teems with sexual tension in a push/pull connection that sometimes frustrated me but always had me cheering them on to their richly rewarding HEA. Astrid’s a bit modern in her thinking, so readers who are sticklers for historical realism might be bothered by her, but it just added to her likability for me. When readers first meet Thane he’s clearly angry, but spending time with Astrid brings out another facet to him too. He becomes protective of her and her sister, a bit jealous when it comes to Astrid’s attentions to those loyal to her, and I thoroughly enjoyed the man he’s become because of Astrid and his scars. On a whole they’re an immensely appealing duo with a romance that’s sweet and sizzling, a connection that jumped off the pages to keep me rooting for them. Surrounding this entertaining main couple were a cast of equally entertaining secondary characters, a nice hodgepodge of characters good and bad. The most memorable off all were those I saw as villains. Beaumont, the man who ruined Astrid’s reputation with his lie, was especially unlikable as he gave off a dangerous vibe when around Astrid as well as his surprising connection to Thane’s injury in the war. Astrid’s aunt and uncle were also memorable as all they cared about was money and using their nieces to get it in a realistic depiction of the vulnerability of young women historically. From the first page to the last I found much to recommend this book, from its witty banter to its sensual tug of war, and I look forward to what Ms. Howard brings us next.

I'd been dying to get my hands on this book from the first time I read the blurb and when I was granted an ARC of this book, I'm pretty sure I screamed. And then I promptly devoured it in one sitting! xD

If you know me, then you'd definitely know that I love all kinds of Beauty and Beast retellings! Combine this with a historical romance and a feminist heroine who wants to save her sister, it's guaranteed to be a hit with me! The blurb says the book is a mixture of The Duchess Deal and Taming of the Shrew. I wouldn't completely agree with that, but it is partially true on some levels.
Personally, I liked this book because of the protagonist Astrid. She's headstrong, obstinate and very clear about her viewpoints. I really admire that in a heroine!

And then we have the beast, Thane who was injured in battle and is badly scarred. He has the usual issues of hating his appearance, not believing that anyone would want him and PTSD.
Astrid is in a fix because the man who ruined her reputation during her first season, now seeks to marry her younger sister and their guardians(their uncle and aunt) are ready to approve this match because all they want is money. So, she decides to fight fire with fire by approaching the Duke of Beswick(aka The Beast) and proposes a marriage of convenience.
Obviously, he scoffs at her! But, he's still intrigued by this woman who matches him word for word with her sharp tongue in every argument. And, you can guess where the story goes from there.

Though the storyline is a little typical, the characters were what made it work! Along with the protagonists, the cast of side characters were amazing and added so much humour and lightness to the plot! My favourites were Fletcher(the matchmaking valet) and Thane's aunt Mabel! They stuck by Thane during his worst periods and still wished the best for him, despite how grouchy he was!

Another thing that I loved about the book was the chemistry between Thane and Astrid! It is palpable from the first moment that they meet each other and despite how much they snap at each other it is always simmering under the surface! The relationship progresses quite slowly and it takes a lot of effort to get past Thane's defences!
That doesn't mean Astrid is perfect either! She is so forceful in the beginning that she(with her sister in tow) literally barges into the Duke's estate when he's away and with Fletcher's help she lands herself the temporary job of doing inventory of the priceless porcelain collection(that Thane likes to use for cricket practice!). I mean, nobody even asks the poor duke what he wants! They literally just force him to go along with things! She's lucky that Thane didn't throw her out of the house as soon as he came back!

I loved watching them verbally spar with each other! I think what made this even more enjoyable was that they push each other to be a better version of themselves! It's not just Astrid who tames the Beast, but Thane also helps her move past her resentment of things and see a more hopeful future! Astrid's feminist views were quite refreshing and not overdone! It's not like she is bucking tradition at every turn. She just doesn't like the fate women are dealt with in her time, but she's also resigned to the fact that it is not going to immediately change.

Intractable eyes met his. “I prefer to think that he gave me a fighting chance to stand up on equal footing with other men.”
“You are a lady, Astrid, not a man.” Her eyes flashed and her chin rose, both signs that she was ready to do battle. “And that gives me the right to be inferiorly educated? To be treated as the weaker sex? To be discounted at every turn? To excel at waltzing and whimsy?” She said the last three words with so much heated contempt, it was a wonder they did not cinder the nearest shrubs.

Aside from Fletcher and Aunt Mabel, the character of Isobel was also a pleasant surprise! In the beginning we see her through Astrid's eyes and believe her to be a helpless, young girl. But, as the other characters repeatedly tell Astrid, she has a stronger side to her personality and knows how to play the long game. She's not as naive as Astrid thinks her to be!
The book wraps up quite nicely and I think it has the perfect mix of witty sarcasm, humour, steamy romance and great character development.
If you enjoyed The Duchess Deal you'll surely love this one!

ARC received

I devoured this book!! It was such a fantastic read. Being a Beauty and the Beast retelling made it all the better.

In order to save her sister and their inheritance, Astrid runs off to Thane, war-torn lord. She proposes a marriage of convenience for both of them, promising him heirs.He ultimately turns down her offer until she and her sister shows up on his doorstep. The story consists of them breaking down their pasts together.

Astrid is probably the strongest female character I have read in a historical romance. She wasn’t annoying or pushy or anything like that. It was a well balanced mix of wit, charm, feminism, attitude, and strength. She thought of a plan and essentially executed it well.

Thane is the complete opposite. The war left scars all over his body and soul. He hides from public from exhaustion of being stared at and called a beast. It really is a heartbreaking tale as he gained all those scars from being a soldier in war. After so much time being cooped up, it affects a person's mind. He’s cynical, cruel, and cold at first. Until Astrid breaks him down. He brought a perfect level of angst to a story like this. Everytime they made two steps forward, he brought them four steps back. His internal scarring left him with no confidence anymore. When they do go out together, people react exactly as expected and this only makes him push her farther away.

Together they were explosive. Like I said, the angst was perfect. A) because angst just is. B) because it suited the two personalities to have it and C) it suited their story. The attraction between these two was hot. There was so many good messages that could be taught from these two: moving on, don’t judge a book by its cover, women are as smart as men, etc. It’s a pretty radical book (for the time period it is set in).

I loved this book so much!! 5 stars all the way

I think I have stumbled across a magnificent author. Amalie Howard has written a beautiful and powerful Regency romance with a hero who is scarred from the inside out. This isn’t just a retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Howard steps into deeper issues in this story- examining the treatment of women and the disabled in Britain in the early 1800’s. I thought she did an amazing job of character development. Each person just comes to life, leaping off the page with energy and vulnerability. “Astrid blushed, but his mouth sought hers again, and she pushed herself up on tiptoe to meet him, greedy for more of the sensations bursting like wildfire inside. When he licked deep, ribbons of pleasure unraveled in her veins, making her gasp against his mouth. She clutched at him, at those broad shoulders, winding urgent fingers into fabric and slanting her mouth on his, desperate to match the delicious, decadent flex of his tongue.” There are a number of steamy sex scenes. I am looking forward to reading more from Ms. Howard.

I usually hate when a blurb makes a comparison to another book that I adored. Because more often than not, it sets an entirely unrealistic expectation for the book that it never lives up for. But when it says that this is The Duchess Deal by Tessa Dare meets Taming of the Shrew, it's right on point. It's like a historical Beauty And The Beast meets Duchess Deal if I were to describe it.

Now look, if you're a die hard historical romance fan, I'll warn you that this isn't quite accurate as a true regency. It's more of a modern spin on it, if I'm being honest. I didn't mind this in the least, because the story had me so enraptured, I couldn't be bothered to care. I will also say that if you're a contemporary fan that wants to dip their toe in the historical romance pool, I can't think of a more perfect book to start with.

Lady Astrid Everleigh is desperate to get out from her greedy uncle and aunt's thumbs when she learns that they have agreed to a marriage of her younger sister to a man that was responsible for her public ruin. She'll do anything to save her sister from the fate of being married to man with no scruples, even if it means that she'll promise herself to a man far more fearsome. Lord Nathaniel Harte is the answer to all her troubles, if only he'd be more agreeable.

Thane isn't known as the Beast of Beswick for no reason. He returns from the war horribly scarred, and with the disposition to match. He's angry, grumpy, and a complete recluse. He just can't fathom how a beauty like Astrid could truly want someone like him. There's something about her that stokes his temper and fires his blood. She's infuriating and beautiful, and it doesn't take long for him to agree to a marriage in order to help. But the passion between them is no fake thing...

I don't know who I loved more in this story, Thane or Astrid. Both of these characters were so perfect in their own way. Astrid with her sharp wit and even sharper tongue. Thane with his grumpy demeanor and underlying layer of vulnerability. Then you add in the electric secondary characters, and I was absolutely hooked. This was such a fun and sexy read that hit the spot for me just right. I'm a new fan of Amalie Howard, and will happily read any of her future books.

Astrid was a powerhouse of strength, feminism, and holy cow, was she feisty! I loved her wit and mouthiness! She was a also a devoted sibling and would sacrifice whatever necessary to keep her sister safe and her ensuing plan...hair-brained genius.

Thane was a behemoth mass of surliness, mood swings, and temper, temper! However, he had good reason to hide himself and lick his wounds. While his physical scars were out there for the world to see, inside was a broken man who didn’t know how to accept, much less love, himself. How could I not love a guy like that? Obviously I didn’t soooo.....

Off the bat, the pheromones, attraction, combustible chemistry-call it whatever you want-literally oozed from Astrid and Thane! Their snappy banter had me dying at times, because the witty exchanges were loaded with innuendo and sometimes outright naughtiness and the timing?! Sheer brilliance.

Now I have to give credit, Thane had two of the most hilarious servants I’ve ever read-Fletcher and Culbert. Their outspoken personalities and straight faces in lieu of Thane’s ire was not only hysterically funny, but showed their care and devotion to a man everyone called beast. That said some thing about Thane’s true personality that was worth while.

I love Beauty and the Beast and while I’m always looking for a good retelling, I am picky about what I like. I was thrilled The Beast of Beswick surpassed my expectations! Snappy sharp witty banter, a strong, well-balanced storyline-even with the touch of of historical looseness-emotional vulnerabilities, steamy attraction, hilariously supportive characters, and some great literary references had me whipping through this book in no time at all!!

I received an advance reader copy from Netgalley and this is my honest review.

3.5 Stars
Lord Nathaniel Harte, the Duke of Beswick, spends his days using priceless antique porcelain as cricket balls, antagonizing his servants, and snarling at anyone who gets too close. He was seriously injured fighting for king & country & has been left with horrendous scars both on his body & face But Lady Astrid Everleigh will stop at nothing to see her younger sister Isobel safe from a notorious scoundrel Edmund Cain, even if it means offering herself up on a silver platter to the forbidding Beast of Beswick himself. And by offer, she means what no highborn lady of sound and sensible mind would ever dream of—a tender of marriage with her as his bride.
There was much of this novel that I loved but it was spoiled by the historical inaccuracies. I could live with some as I just ignored them but I couldn’t get my head round Thane being slashed by bayonets, bayonets were for stabbing not slashing, sabres were used for slashing. That said I thoroughly enjoyed the story especially Thane who was injured both physically & mentally & I loved how the annoying Astrid made him whole. I loved Aunt Mabel & would love to read her biography! I didn't love Astrid as she was too good to be true, at least she couldn't embroider. Overall I did like the book but it could have been a five star read with a less perfect heroine & more historical accuracies
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read

Lord Nathaniel “Thane” Harte returned from the war horribly scared and nearly dead. Being the second son of the Duke of Beswick, he never fathomed he would inherit the title. But with the passing of both his father and brother, he finds himself with the very responsibility he loathed. Years have passed, and the now better-known Beastly Duke of Beswick broods over his domain daring anyone to enter his lair. So, when a beautifully feisty and outspoken woman barges into his private chambers, no one is more surprised than The Beast to find himself contemplating her proposal…of marriage.

Lady Astrid Everleigh was once a young naive girl thought to be in love, but when she finds the object of her desire not all he seems to be, she becomes the object of scorn and is cast out of polite society. Having accepted her lot as a spinster, Lady Astrid is determined the same fate will not happen to her younger sister. But when Astrid’s past returns to take vengeance on her beloved sister, she is forced to seek sanctuary in the arms of a powerful ally in The Beast… “Because sometimes a girl doesn’t need a hero to save her. Sometimes she needs the opposite.”

Thane and Astrid are both broken with scars both seen and unseen. They must learn to trust each other and learn that “Love is one-part courage, one-part choice, and one-part luck. And like anything worth fighting for, it’s worth it in the end.”

If you are a follower of my reviews, you know that my all-time fav romance is Beauty and the Beast. I will read and devour all stories that even have a hint of this “tale as old as time”. Amalie Howard did not fail to deliver in her retelling of a classic. Loved and highly recommend!


**I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book that I received via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own. **

I am a sucker for Beauty and the Beast stories so naturally this one was highly anticipated. I loved Thane. He was acerbic just the way I like my tortured heroes. His injuries were so outrageous it is hard to comprehend what he was going through. His and Astrid’s smart and intelligent arguments/discussions were the highlight of the story. Now as for Astrid, I thought she was a little too perfect. Yes, she loved Thane but come on, you don’t have to be perfect to his beast to get that across. Overall, I thought the story was good.

his was a treat of a take on Beauty and the Beast in a historical setting.



Astrid is a unique and entertaining heroine. I appreciated that she identified a solution to a the problem facing her and her sister and didn’t take no for an answer. It was a pleasure to watch her display her strength of ideals and intellect even when society made it less than fashionable to do so.



Thane, in the role of Beast, was a surprisingly likeable character once the author started to peel back some of his gruffest layers.



The evolution of both characters and their relationship was sweet to watch, even when there were heartbreaking moments as they learned to trust each other. Add in an excellent secondary cast of family, servants, a good villain and you have a truly fun read.



One of the sub plots for the story is the season and potential marriage of Astrid’s sister, Isabelle. I would love to see a book featuring her story in full.

I hate to put a 2 star review, but sadly, this was a DNF at the 75% mark. I liked the idea of the story, but the actual story didn't hit the mark. Besides the fact that it was more a contemporary story that tried to be historical, there was too much "steam" for my taste. An example would be the fact that Astrid and her younger sister moved into Thane's house without an invite or even asking him, and his servants allow it? The graphic descriptions of how Thane makes Astrid feel and the language to go with it, as well as Thane describing what he wants to do to Astrid.. Just not my taste at all. I prefer some sex to be left to my imagination, instead of being given step-by-step accounts of their actions. I was given an ARC by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Intriguing and captivating. New twist on fairy tales. Great characters that draw you in and an amazing storyline that keeps you there. I couldn’t put it down I was so engaged in the story I keep saying one more page and I go to sleep but one more page kept being one more page. Can’t wait to read more from this author

Beauty and the Beast meets Taming of the Shrew in this laugh-out-loud and heartfelt Regency romance.
I couldn't put this one down. I have read this author's work before but as a writing duo.
This wonderfully written take on Beauty and the Beast was masterfully told with a bit of humor thrown in.for good measure. I was totally engrossed in this book. The characters are excellent and the plot never boggs down.
I gave this book 4.75 of 5.0 stars only because there was not enough mystery about what would happen. It was just too predictable.
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book to read.
This in no way affected my opinion of this title which I read and reviewed voluntarily.

I loved this sweet and hot historical romance. It is well written and both main characters are amazing.

Lady Astrid Everleigh has no other option but to seek help from Lord Nathaniel Harte. Normally, she wouldn't imagine herself asking something like this from a man who is practically a stranger but she must save her sister. So, she asks him to marry her but his reaction wasn't what she hoped for. Will she be able to change his mind or should she plan something else?

Thane can't believe it when Lady Astrid strode into his house and demands that he speaks to her. He hates meeting new people because he hates the stares and the whispers. But Astrid is unlike anyone he has ever met and for a moment he is tempted to consider her offer. Then he realizes how absurd that is. After all, marriage and happiness aren't in the cards for the Beast of Beswick. or is he wrong about that?

I recommend this book to anyone who is looking to read a pageturner historical fiction with a strong heroine and brooding/moody hero.