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His Majesty, the Prince of Toads

3.35 of 5 stars 3.35 · rating details · 194 ratings · 26 reviews

Returning from the Peninsular War, Lucas Deverall discovers he's inherited a bankrupt title, and the only hope he has for salvation is the deceiving chit who tricked him into marriage six years before. Time to call upon his most effective weapon, and charm her into his bed and out of her money. That's not how Sophie sees it. Now the Toad who forced their marriage is offeri...more

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Published December 1st 2006 by Awe-Struck (first published October 20th 2006)

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Jun 19, 2011 Rose May rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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Note: This review, and all my reviews, comes from my blog - Romantic Rose's Bookshelf (http://romantic-rosesblog.blogspot.com)

I love those stories where the husband must pursue his wife - but I generally prefer that he do so well. Although it was a fun courtship, it was very hard to feel the love blossoming on either side. I admit myself to being confused as to when our hero, Lucas Deverall’s, affections turned from being money-motivated to being love-motivated. I found it rather difficult to un...more Note: This review, and all my reviews, comes from my blog - Romantic Rose's Bookshelf (http://romantic-rosesblog.blogspot.com)

I love those stories where the husband must pursue his wife - but I generally prefer that he do so well. Although it was a fun courtship, it was very hard to feel the love blossoming on either side. I admit myself to being confused as to when our hero, Lucas Deverall’s, affections turned from being money-motivated to being love-motivated. I found it rather difficult to understand Sophie Deverall, our heroine, for most of the book because her back story wasn’t explained until the end - and by then I was more annoyed, less interested. Also, as a side note, the back story was not the best I’ve seen written – especially because Sophie believes her actions could have changed the outcome of an entire war, which is really just silly. Delusional? It seems so.

There were, however, some adorable scenes where the love was very clear and exceptionally beautiful – like when they went ice skating, or when Lucas promises to take her home – that redeemed this book some. Lucas was an ass throughout most of the book, which I detested, and Sophie was too scared or too love-torn to fight for herself, it seemed. After reading so many strong heroines, I found it difficult to understand her. If she wanted to escape so badly, I should think she would be able to manage it. Lucas’s misconceptions are entirely selfish and I found myself hating him for half the book while he stubbornly tried to tell himself that his wife was an evil, manipulative bitch, as he tried to manipulate her for her money. Yes, really.

The plot was focused solely on the couple which I rather liked, seeing as they needed all the face-time they could get to repair their relationship. Some people who like hunky heroes might be a bit put out by Lucas’s injury, but it’s really not a major part of the story and it doesn’t detract from his handsomeness. It also serves an important role in evoking Sophie’s pity and then love for Lucas (which I wasn’t sure was a good thing – love through pity?). While Sophie and Lucas argued a lot, their banter could’ve and should've been more humorous, and that’s why this book is just barely above average for me. I love fire between my lovers, but I like to laugh at it. All in all, what is there to say other than this book was pretty average. Yeah.

“Sexy”ness rating: Sweet and spicy!!!

Overall Rating: C

Bottom Line: It was a good book with a lovable (though sometimes sour) hero and a cute heroine.(less)

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Apr 04, 2012 Caro rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: indie, historical-romance, one-shot-read, read-2012

This book was quite entertaining. I bought it on a whim without really caring what it was.
His Majesty, the Prince of Toads was the story about Lord Deverill and his hated wife, Sophie, who apparently forced him into this marriage he hadn't wanted. Sadly, on his return from the war, Lord Deverill is informed about his financial issues... and discovers his wife's fortune, that only she can touch.
Now, the infamous playboy of a viscount has to fight for the attention of his angry wife, who sees the...more

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Jan 14, 2013 Kathie (katmom) rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Loved how this started. The gorgeous Captain wanting to meet the beautiful lady at the ball. His surprise, and anger, over the fact that she is his WIFE, who he has not seen in six years, was fun to watch.

There was quite a bit of miscommunication, which I would have wished edited out. I wasn't fond of how many times we read about their issues. I got it the first two times, didn't need to read it over and over again.

But, I do like to see a couple learn to give in and forgive. And Lucas and Sophie...more

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Nov 02, 2010 Susanna Ives rated it 5 of 5 stars

The author would have you believe that Deverall is a toad of a man, but I never believed that for one second. As much as Delle Jacobs may want you to think the worst of Lucas, you can't, because he is so much fun! In my way of seeing things, an author gets extra credit for creating wily, interesting characters.

No other heroine but hard-headed (that's right, hard-headed and stubborn, not head-strong and spirited) Sophie could match for this man.

I've been a big fan of Ms. Jacobs's work for sever...more The author would have you believe that Deverall is a toad of a man, but I never believed that for one second. As much as Delle Jacobs may want you to think the worst of Lucas, you can't, because he is so much fun! In my way of seeing things, an author gets extra credit for creating wily, interesting characters.

No other heroine but hard-headed (that's right, hard-headed and stubborn, not head-strong and spirited) Sophie could match for this man.

I've been a big fan of Ms. Jacobs's work for several years. However, this is the first time I've read His Majesty, the Prince of Toads. So, I'm quite aware that Ms. Jacobs likes to lead readers down the rosy path. You think her story is going to do something predictable, and then the situation explodes into something you never imagined. Or, Ms. Jacobs can shove her characters into the tightest corners and you truly wonder how they can possibly get out of this fix. Yet they do and with great flair.

When Lucas returns home from the war to discover his estate in disarray thanks to his brother, Lucas finds he needs his estranged wife for her inheritance, her body, and ultimately her love. He gives Sophie a few days of freedom before she has to move in with him and start living as his wife. He enlists the help of his friend and fellow rake, Carstairs, to help him win his own wife.

Sophie has no intention of obeying the toad. She and her friend Minvera engage Lucas and Carstairs in a hilarious battle of seduction that takes place in the ballrooms and streets of London

I have a soft spot in my heart for all Ms. Jacobs's secondary characters. Minvera and Carstairs are no exception. Ms. Jacobs writes well-rounded minor characters who are motivated by very real emotions. No boring subplots here!
Of course, through their misadventures, Lucas and Sophie come closer. Does Lucas finally capture his wife? Or does Sophie capture him? I won't tell...

For all the fun, the story has a very serious side. Lucas and Sophie are being haunted by the terrible atrocities they both suffered during the war. Sophie, the daughter of a German Count, lost her parents to the conflict. With the help of her uncle, she fled to the safety of England. It takes Lucas and Sophie working together to heal what they couldn't on their own. These characters truly love and need each other. The ending is satisfying on multiple levels; a marriage is united, the pain of the past can begin to be healed, and the couple has the support of dear friends and family.

So often I finish books and I think the story is over for the hero and heroine. After the words "the end" the characters can move on to their happily-ever-after, boring married lives. Not Sophie and Lucas. Together with their friends, they are just gearing up for more adventures.

Ms. Jacobs writes precise prose that just sparkles. Her scenes have a beautiful arc and are packed with tension and great dialogue. (Most of this book takes place in London. However, if you read one of her books set in the countryside, you will see Ms. Jacobs has a fabulous eye for describing nature...it reads like a lovely painting.) If you want traditional romance with a little something added, this book is it! (less)

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Feb 19, 2012 Angela rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: historical-romance, scarred-heo, second-chances, tortured-hero

The old and tried theme, hero believes himself wronged and trapped by the heroine and leaves after doing his duty and marrying her. Hero returns from war (why do they always go to war? Where there no other places to hide?) and faces financial ruin. Heroine happens to be an heiress. Hero feels since they are already married, might as well have a "normal" society marriage, where after she delivers the heir, they lives their separate lives. Heroine is of course indignant and wants an annulment or a...more

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Dec 01, 2012 Kelly Ann rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: historical-regency-romance

I enjoyed this love story, again the author really focused on the characters with a lot of interaction between them and I like that. I didn't like it as well as The Mudlark but it was still a good read and as excellent way to pass the evening. I liked both characters but I do wish that Sophia had given over just a little bit more here and there. It was not a disappointing romance in the least, it just took both of them a little bit longer to get there then I would have initially thought. The sup...more

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Sep 25, 2011 Danielle rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: reviewed

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. What is up with book descriptions not being completely true to what the book is actually about? Not cool, dude.

So, because the back cover seems to be written before the book was actually finished (or by someone who didn’t bother to read it at all… or both): Lord Deverall is now in serious trouble because his older brother ran up some humongous debts. This is mentioned in like the first chapter – I really don’t see why this key plot point was left out.

The book started off pretty promising, Lord D...more What is up with book descriptions not being completely true to what the book is actually about? Not cool, dude.

So, because the back cover seems to be written before the book was actually finished (or by someone who didn’t bother to read it at all… or both): Lord Deverall is now in serious trouble because his older brother ran up some humongous debts. This is mentioned in like the first chapter – I really don’t see why this key plot point was left out.

The book started off pretty promising, Lord Deverall trying to enchant Sophie because 1-he thinks she’s smokin’ and 2-he needs money and she’s got it. And because we wouldn’t have a story if Sophie actually gave into him, most of the book is about Lord Deverall’s uh, courtship of her?

I get kind of hung up over names, and this book was no exception. Our hero is named Lucas Deverall, and I keep calling him Lord Deverall because I really don’t care for the name Lucas. Why? I don’t know. Maybe because it makes him sound like the boy next door, not the heart-breakingly dashing hero. His BFF is George Carstairs, a meh name as well (the George, not the Carstairs. Makes me think of Henry VIII). Sophie’s best friend is named Minerva something, I can’t remember her last name because I’m too busy thinking of Minerva McGonagall o_O The only well-denominated character is Sophie, so this book kind of drove me nuts with everyone else running around with their less-than-stellar handles. Yes – I know this makes zero sense *tear*

This book was a fun, fluffy read which I definitely recommend if you like that sort of thing. Not going to be an epic classic by any means but very enjoyable.

If you were wondering, I didn’t post the cover because the guy on it really gives me the heebie-jeebies. He looks more like a villain than a dashing hero… Not gonna lie, it almost turned me off buying it in the first place.

At the very end, because we have to keep our hero and heroine rich and titled and all, suddenly Lord Deverall is Mr. Darcy-like and successfully maneuvers his creditors into accepting a fraction of what they’re actually owed. Wait, what? The vibe I’d gotten from him previously was that he was of the handsome devil-may-care-type, and now he has to be all cool and calculating? I know it was all part of the plan, but still – dislike. It was all good until this last part, really. Not an epic classic, but still a fun, fluffy read.

As a general recap, this was a like – a pretty unusual plot, which was nice; it was cute but not overly so; there was a happy ending; and I really enjoyed that the book occasionally switched to Lord Deverall’s perspective. (Also -I have to point this out- I really do like the name Deverall.) So cough up the 99 cents, totally worth it if you like Regency romance novels.

More reviews? Find me at Dannabella.com! :)(less)

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Nov 12, 2012 Maggi Andersen rated it 4 of 5 stars

Delle Jacobs did a good job with this light Regency romance. Plenty of excellent historical detail and a wounded, charismatic hero, although the heroine seemed mean at times. We learn why later as the well thought out plot unfolds, but for some of the book I wasn't entirely there for her. I liked the way the relationship was worked through as they developed feelings for one another, I just wish everyone wasn't inclined to snicker. I found much to like in this and would read another of her books....more

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Feb 17, 2012 Cinnamon Girl rated it 3 of 5 stars

After several duds from the freebies selection, I got hooked in this one. Yep, the hero was most definitely a stubborn ass, but the moment of his realizing his fault and her innocence was sweet.

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Sophie did have a very bad time as a child. At 13 she sees her parents murdered and thinks it's her fault. Then she was nearly murdered herself. To me a lot of her behavior was logical considering her trauma.

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May 12, 2012 Sylvia rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: romance, regency, free-list, digital

I purchased this while on the free list, and found a new favorite author. This book was lovely and fun! There was a great deal of mystery and romance and heartache, but also parts that made me laugh out loud. I couldn't put it down. The characters were believable and engaging and the writing was smooth and well edited. I would definitely recommend it to a friend.

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Nov 12, 2010 Joy rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical-fiction, romance

A marriage-in-trouble Regency, but so well done. Both hero and heroine feel they have been trapped into an unwanted marriage; after years apart, they attempt a reconciliation that cannot be successful until they both face the horrors of their war-scarred pasts. I really liked this book, it had just the right mix of tormented characters, a tear-jerking emotional workout, and happy ending despite everything.

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May 14, 2013 Michele Lacroix rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: ebook, historical-romance

this was another freebee and I did enjoy it. I liked the feisty Sophie and how she managed her toad of a husband. I also liked the toad of a husband who believed himself wronged. He, was a really bully, I don't like bullies. But he did have some redeeming qualities.

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Jan 05, 2013 Layssa Hart rated it 4 of 5 stars

Read it, read it, read it. This is a great read with wonderfully real, flawed characters - a hero blindsided by reality and a heroine who makes her Prince Charming really work for his happy ever after.

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Mar 22, 2011 Vonnie Alto rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites, historical-romance

My all time favorite Delle Jacobs book! Superbly crafted! A finely executed work of art! Flawless! A perfect read! The author masterfully utilize description, voice, and seduction. The TOAD reigns!

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Jan 07, 2013 Avey Shannon rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This Regency romance was a very enjoyable read. The historical references of this time period were very well written with all of the characters believable. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends.

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Apr 27, 2011 Sylvia rated it 3 of 5 stars

this book gets 2.5 stars...

Started off pretty good but the main characters pride and stubborn attitude made me want to choke her by the end of the book...

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Apr 23, 2012 Beebs rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2012-challenge-reads, freebies, own-kindle, novellas, historical-romance

4.5 really. Every so often, there's a wonderful gem hidden among the Amazon freebies. This book is one, couldn't put it down.

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Mar 03, 2011 Paty Jager rated it 4 of 5 stars

I'm not a fan of Regency set stories but I like that this one didn't over "show" the Regency setting and I enjoyed the characters' growths.

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Mar 31, 2013 Lady Wesley rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Interesting story; good characters. I enjoyed it, but didn't love it.

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Jan 26, 2011 Gwen Hayes rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2010

A STEAL for .99 Kindle version. A very enjoyable read.

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Apr 29, 2013 ~Anita~ rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: regency, romance

The ice skating scenes were fun.

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Mar 19, 2011 liirogue rated it 3 of 5 stars

Pretty good fluffy historical romance.

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Jun 05, 2012 Alicia rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: ebook, historical-romance

Absolutely annoying heroine.

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Dec 09, 2012 Caroline rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: ebook

This was an ok book.

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Jun 17, 2011 Tammy Walton Grant rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: kindle-or-ebook, 2011-june, tropes-marriage-of-convenience, hr-regency

3.5 stars.

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Mar 12, 2011 Tara rated it 5 of 5 stars

Although the book hit home a few times including a husband away at war, there were a few discrepancies throughout the book that I couldn't get past. Overall, I enjoyed the book. The characters were well formed and the ending clever.

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May 15, 2013 Stacie Brogan rated it 4 of 5 stars

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