Elizabeth is a sword-wielding, chronic pain warrior and one of the infamous Wynchester siblings. The Wynchester’s are busier than ever, so Elizabeth is sent on a solo mission to recover the missing will and deed to the Earl of Densmore’s castle, which was not his to gamble away to an absolutely bonkers war reenactor.

Stephen Lenox, professional scientist/engineer/inventor/tinkerer, was asked by his cousin, said Earl, to fill in as his proxy while he runs a quick errand. They look so much alike and he is the heir apparent, after all! Months have passed and not only has Densmore yet to return, but the man who won his castle is relentlessly attempting to claim his prize (by force and in full military regalia if necessary).

Elizabeth notices Stephen is in a real pickle and agrees to act as his bodyguard whilst attempting to locate the documents that his aunt had meticulously hidden in her castle. Antics and smooching ensue!

This was such a fun romp that I did not want to put down! Elizabeth and Stephen are the epitome of “is somebody gonna match my freak?” in the most wholesome weirdo sorta way. The plot is silly and chaotic, the banter is SO GOOD, and it’s really everything you want in a historical rom com. I also loved the invisible disability rep, and how Stephen learned to ask what “percent” Elizabeth was at to gauge her boundaries. The fact that I could vividly picture each of his machines is a testament to the brilliance of Erica Ridley’s writing. I just always *feel good* after finishing one of her novels.

This is number 5 in a series, and while I think it would help to read the previous stories, I don’t think it’s absolutely necessary! I haven’t finished the Wynchester series and I had no trouble thoroughly enjoying this book.

Hot Earl Summer is released on 8/6/2024!

Thank you to the publisher for a copy of this eARC via NetGalley! All opinions are my own.

I LOVE the Wynchesters so very much!!

I had a blast reading Elizabeth’s book, I loved her character. She is someone that despite her struggles FIGHTS for herself and for those around her. She is a very passionate and determined character which I LOVE about her.

Stephan and Elizabeth complement each other perfectly. Their love for puzzles and all things logical is so perfect for their relationship.

As for the plot, I thought it was silly. At times it was entertaining and others it felt like filler. If you enjoy silly mystery movies like Clue or Knives out this is a great historical romance with those vibes

Thanks for the ARC NetGalley & Forever 🫶

This was cute! I’ve read one other in the Wynchester series and this one definitely fit the vibe of the other. I enjoyed it, but didn’t love it. I think that’s mostly a timing thing for me- it didn’t suck me in enough and I was so busy that it took me a while to read. I loved the invisible disability rep and how it was portrayed though! If you like a regency romance, this is cute!

I received an E-Arc from Netgalley and the publisher, Forever for an honest review!
Thank you!

Drama! Banter! Crazy inventions! Swords!
Fighting and yet there's a tiny spark in this historical rom com.

I literally could not stop reading this magical gem because I really enjoyed Elizabeth's courage, spirit, guts, conversation and banter with Stephen and her fighting skills. The lady loves her swords. Who doesn't like a character who can fight and have fun with it.

Stephen was a rather unique character too. And...the description of his abs...*Swoon*

I was amused and hooked from the story from the get go to the ending. I was laughing, rooting for the good guys and even wanting to to help the characters. As I mentioned of great conversation between Elizabeth and Stephen, there was also some hot banter and a few kisses here and there.

I thought the author did an amazing job on the representation of how Elizabeth had to cope with her disability, chronic illness.

This is a must read. Repeat a must read!

A historical, rom com with laughter, fun, adventure and banter!

Does Elizabeth and Stephen spark flare into something more? Guess you'll have to find out on in August!

For anyone who’s been counted out or called teasingly even a spinster…this book is a wonderful moment away from all that bullshit.


Absolutely worth the read and the moments of self help it did for my “late in life” moments!

It's cute and fun! I really loved the writing and the plot. The characters were fun and I was invested. I read through this book fast.

The Wild Wynchesters have done it again! Such a fun romp of a story filled with delightful characters and antics.

The Wynchester family has been growing as four of the six siblings have now found their perfect match. And while Elizabeth loves solving things with her sword, she secretly also longs for her own partner. Their growing fame has meant they are in high demand, so when their newest client comes to them for help finding a missing will & deed that would give her claim to a castle where she hopes to open an orphanage, Elizabeth is dispatched solo.

When she arrives at the castle she finds that the Earl who has possession of it is not in residence -- but instead has left his inventor cousin to hold down the fort while he escapes town. Except the event that led up to his hasty exist was accidentally wagering the castle away during a card game with his cad of a neighbor -- who is ready to claim his bounty by force, if necessary.

Hilarious antics ensue, giving this read a healthy dose of laughs and tender moments between two people who thought their idiosyncrasies would mean a life of solitude but are instead learning to open up to the joys of finding someone who loves you exactly as you are. Just a really fun read!

I went into this one pretty much blind (and completely unaware that it was part of a series) and I really enjoyed it.

The concept felt very Umbrella Academy in terms of the siblings and how they all ended up together. I love the idea of someone adopting a bunch of misfits and all of them turning into what is essentially a private investigation agency. It is the found family trope in its most literal sense and I definitely appreciated that.

Elizabeth was just entertaining from start to finish. I love a character that is strong and unapologetic despite their difficult circumstances, and she is definitely both of those things. I really liked that she didn't let anything slow her down or stop her, and I loved seeing her open up and find someone that fits in her world perfectly. That being said, Stephen is perfect without question. It was great to have a male character that's more brains than anything else, and one that - considering the time period the book is set in - still supported Elizabeth and her need for adventure and chaos without a second thought. He was exactly what she needed and I love them together.

The 'mission' plot was also excellent. It was a fun storyline between the whole hunting for clues aspect and the 'threat' the castle was under the whole time. Overall, this was a fun read and I will definitely be looking into the rest of the series!

This was a cute, fun romance. I found myself relating to the characters and wanting to know how they were going to end up together. While somewhat predictable, this is what I enjoy about romances like these.

Another gem by Erica Ridley. The newest in her playful Winchesters series, this time we get up close and personal with the seemingly prickly Elizabeth. We've seen Elizabeth in the other Winchester books, always out for blood. This time she gets to shine, heading out on a mission of her own.

Stephen Lenox would rather be home tinkering/inventing but a weak spot for his cousin finds him holding down the fort (castle) actually, while his cousin is nowhere to be found. Elizabeth Winchester gets past his defenses (or rather he lets her in), will he get past hers.

This book is silly and fun and romantic, just like you would expect with a Wild Winchester tale. Satisfying ending and cameos by all the other Winchester characters.

Many thanks to Erica Ridley for the advanced copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

I wanted to love this. But honestly, I think I find most of Erica Ridley's works too chaotic. This was just too much and not in a good way. I ended up DNFing

DNF at 15% I felt like I needed to read the rest of the series, which I haven't. I wish the description made it more clear that it was a series as I love the general concept.

I went into this expecting something like a bridgerton knock off but this was way more than that! I loved the adventure aspects and how the characters both felt so vibrant and came off the page.

The Wynchester series is just so fun! I loved getting to know Elizabeth better and learning how she deals with her ailment. The setup with Stephen and the puzzle house and those hijinks was absurd, but in the best way. The two seemed a very unlikely pairing but it just worked. No other notes, this was a delightful read!

What a fun read! Whimsical, comedic, witty, nerdy. I need to find the other books this author has written asap. Very enjoyable fun read

Loved this latest installment of the Wynchester family!

Elizabeth and Stephen are a delight, finding love in a castle under siege. I was laughing all through the book over the ingenious inventions, riddle solving, and the being *for the children* (in this case an orphanage).

I’ve officially fallen in love with the Wynchesters! Especially Elizabeth and Stephen — which may be the cutest book couple ever. Absolutely ADORE found family romances and this was so entertaining. I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series and embarking on more wild Wynchester adventures along the way. Highly recommend this for anyone looking for an enjoyable historical romance full of violence, wild contraptions, and a treasure hunt along the way.

This book was a musing and somewhat silly but it was fun to read. The characters are unusual and quite different from the authors usual characters but they worked well with the storyline. I was very intrigued with Stephen's inventions. Elizabeth I could relate to as I have health issues which sounds much like what she was experiencing.

The reader can enjoy this book in one sitting and come away smiling.

I gave it 3.95 STARS.

I loved this addition to the Wynchesters series - Elizabeth is one of the siblings I was most excited to read about. Funny, charming, spicy, with the emotion and depth I have come to expect from Ridley. It can be read as a standalone though I strongly recommend reading as part of the series, if for no other reason than they are all wonderful historical romances.

I received an ARC courtesy of the publisher and NetGalley. The opinions belong to me alone.

I have been waiting for Elizabeth's story since the very first Wynchester book came out and it's finally here!

I loved this so much. Elizabeth was everything I wanted. I loved her percentages to calculate how capable her body felt each day. I loved the time she had to devote to stretching and keeping her body as supple as she could manage in order to minimize pain. I loved how her disability left her able to swashbuckle on some days and unable to get out of bed on others. It was so lovingly and carefully written and I just felt so *seen.*

I also loved her unapologetic bloodthirstyness and her absolute refusal to have anything to do with children. She doesn't like kids, doesn't want kids, and I respect that.

Stephen was so delightfully nerdy, and Elizabeth's unexpected appreciation of that was wonderful. His Rube Goldberg machines were terribly fun, and their banter and interactions were perfection. And his unexpected bloodthirsty side matched Elizabeth's.

I also loved the series of clues and puzzles they had to solve to find the will. It was the perfect challenge for the two of them.

Everything about this book was perfection and it was such a delight to read it. Every Wynchester book is a delight, but this one perhaps more than most.

*Thanks to NetGalley and Forever for providing an early copy for review.