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The Rogue Agents Trilogy #1
Taming the Wicked Wulfe
***Working title - A Proxy Marriage***
Rebekah is forced into a proxy marriage to a man she despises for the sake of her orphaned niece and nephew. Her new husband, Thorn Wulfe, holds the key to all the secrets of her long-buried past.
Thorn, considered the Wicked Wulfe by many of the ton, operates one of London’s most notorious gaming hells, the Lady Luck. When his brother is killed, he finds his life turned upside down with a wife he does not want, and two children to care for.
When old secrets come to light and enemies make themselves known, Rebekah and Wulfe are going to have to decide what is more important…the past, the present, or the future? Will they be able to learn to trust and love one another along the way? Or will their secrets keep them apart forever?
A Regency romance that will draw you in and tug at your heartstrings.
Rebekah is forced into a proxy marriage to a man she despises for the sake of her orphaned niece and nephew. Her new husband, Thorn Wulfe, holds the key to all the secrets of her long-buried past.
Thorn, considered the Wicked Wulfe by many of the ton, operates one of London’s most notorious gaming hells, the Lady Luck. When his brother is killed, he finds his life turned upside down with a wife he does not want, and two children to care for.
When old secrets come to light and enemies make themselves known, Rebekah and Wulfe are going to have to decide what is more important…the past, the present, or the future? Will they be able to learn to trust and love one another along the way? Or will their secrets keep them apart forever?
A Regency romance that will draw you in and tug at your heartstrings.
353 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 14, 2014
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About the author
Tammy Jo Burns
15 books27 followersFrom a young age I could always be found carrying around books to read while watching my grandmother's soap operas with her. I read anything and everything I could get my hands on and even made up skits and stories for my friends and me to act out. Once I outgrew the children's and YA books, my mom introduced me to an entirely new world -contemporary romance. Upon discovering I had a love for history I began devouring historical romances. One day, sitting in a college British History class, something the professor said made me think, I wonder. I quickly called mom (also a writer) and ran the idea by her. After being told, "Of course you can do it, you're my daughter," the rest, as they say, is history.
I currently share my love of reading with the next generation as a high school librarian, and share my personal life with my demanding dog trapped in a cat's body, Ajax.
My debut novel, A Traitorous Heart, Book One of The Reluctant Lords series can now be found on Amazon.com
Find out more about my books by checking out my website: http://www.tammyjoburns.com
You can also follow me on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Google+
I currently share my love of reading with the next generation as a high school librarian, and share my personal life with my demanding dog trapped in a cat's body, Ajax.
My debut novel, A Traitorous Heart, Book One of The Reluctant Lords series can now be found on Amazon.com
Find out more about my books by checking out my website: http://www.tammyjoburns.com
You can also follow me on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Google+
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September 9, 2014
Ok, so I haven't done any reviews for a historical book before, but every now and again I like to read them. When I started reading this book, I hadn't read any by Tammy Jo Burns before. I don't know about anyone else but I am a little bit ocd when reading series, I like to read from the beginning and KNOW EVERYTHING about EVERYONE. so I was a quarter of the way into the story when I realised Taming The Wicked Wulfe was book number 4. So I had a moment of panic, were I tried to decide if I should get the previous books to read first or carry on. I decided to take my chances and carry on. So let me start with saying, it's not important to read from the beginning. This book can be read as a standalone book. And once I had started I couldn't put it down.
Taming The Wicked Wulfe has everything you would expect from a historical story. Plenty of intrigue, heartache scoundrels, rakes and romance. If you like this kind of book you need to add it to your "TBR" pile. You wont be disappointed.
The way Tammy has written is exceptional. The attention to detail is outstanding. I don't think there is anything in the book that doesn't fit or stand out. The characters and plot are well thought out, and fit together flawlessly. I loved this book, I couldn't put it down until it was finished. I loved that Tammy kept me guessing as to the connection between Rebekah and Thorn. Right to the end I was hooked.
I give this 5/5 stars.
Taming The Wicked Wulfe has everything you would expect from a historical story. Plenty of intrigue, heartache scoundrels, rakes and romance. If you like this kind of book you need to add it to your "TBR" pile. You wont be disappointed.
The way Tammy has written is exceptional. The attention to detail is outstanding. I don't think there is anything in the book that doesn't fit or stand out. The characters and plot are well thought out, and fit together flawlessly. I loved this book, I couldn't put it down until it was finished. I loved that Tammy kept me guessing as to the connection between Rebekah and Thorn. Right to the end I was hooked.
I give this 5/5 stars.
July 30, 2014
May contain spoilers!
I enjoyed reading TAMING THE WICKED WULFE. We meet Thorn Wulfe in the prior book TO LOVE AND PROTECT (The Reluctant Lords Book 3). Wulfe runs one of London's notorious gaming hells, The Lady Luck. The book starts off with a bang. Wulfe is in an alley way waiting for The Earl of Glandingham who wants to become a partner. The Earl shows up and all hell breaks loose. What we don't know is Wulfe is actually working for the crown and the Lady Luck is a cover.
The first chapter we are introduced to Rebekah, the heroine, and her niece and nephew, Ivy and Zachary who are her wards. Her brother in law, Theodore Wulfe, the Duke of Wulfcrest was married to her sister, Sarah before she died. Theodore or Teddy is dying and wants her to marry, by proxy, his younger brother, Thorn Wulfe. Teddy wants his children to stay with their Aunt Rebekah and Uncle Thorn. We learn very early on that Wulfe and Rebekah have a history together.
The book is very tense and has a lot of suspense with spies, mistresses and some sexy love scenes between Rebekah and Wulfe. I fell in love with Wulfe from the beginning but it took longer for me to warm up to Rebekah. There were times I didn't even like Rebekah until you learn what she went through several years earlier and how she suffered. The scene where Thorn went and had a so called talk with the Reverend Johnson was fantastic. There were a few surprises and twists in the book.
I liked how Tammy brought in the characters from her Reluctant Lords Series. You get to catch up with their lives. Reading about their children along with Ivy and the Young Duke, Zachary was a hoot.
I'm waiting for Mac to get his story and I think I know who his lady may be. Could It be Sir Graham's daughter, Cassie? We'll have to wait and see.
Just to warn readers, you will need lots of tissues for parts of the book as I became a watering pot. Especially chapter 1.
This was the type of book that I had a hard time putting down as I wanted to see what would happen next and how Rebekah and Thorn would work things out.
I wrote and posted this review on Amazon.
September 14, 2014
I am very particular with my historical romances. I tend to judge them harsher than most books I read for some reason, and this one is GREAT!!! All the way around, GREAT!! I love all the characters, but especially love the hero and heroine, Thorn and Rebekah. The way those two go back and forth with each other and fight the feelings they have is fantastic. And of course then there is the "secret" that Bekah has and doesn't want Thorn to know left me guessing right up until you find out. I must say I did not see it coming either. I felt all the emotions these two go through and loved it from page one to the very end. This was my first book I had read by Ms. Burns, but it will definitely not be my last. I must say she writes historicals amazingly!! Can't wait to pick up her other books. This is an easy 5+ AMAZEBALLS stars for me!! Thank you Ms. Burns for the gifted copy and in exchange I am giving you my honest review.
Review by Tabitha
Review by Tabitha
September 18, 2014
This is about hurt betrayal and finding your way out of the darkness with the help of the last person she expected to help her. it's about finding love and family and learning to trust and love the one person who you thought hurt you on purpose.
It's beautifully written an i even had tears in parts of this story its a heartbreaking tale that heals you in the end.
It's beautifully written an i even had tears in parts of this story its a heartbreaking tale that heals you in the end.
September 23, 2014
I enjoyed this. Rebekah agrees to marry Thorn for the good of her niece and nephew, though she hates him for some unknown reason. She really is mean to him. Her reasons become clear later, and it makes sense. Thorn was really sweet, though, even though he's supposed to be this wicked, wild rake. There is more to him than is at first apparent and he is very patient with the wife he never wanted in the first place. Lots of steam between the two of them. There is also some danger, intrigue, and secrets. An enjoyable read.
January 15, 2015
As a fan of period fiction and historical romance, Taming of the Wicked Wulfe by Tammy Jo Burns played right into my niche. It is well written, true to the period and sweetly romantic. Throw in some hott love scenes, some twisty espionage, and strong, feisty characters for good measure. This book was fast paced and emotionally charged. Honestly, I'm not sure which Wulfe needed taming the most, but I am certain that neither were tamed. A very good read!
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April 4, 20154.5/5.0
This delicious tale of Regency romance is filled with mystery, intrigue and secrets, oh, my!
Read full review in the April 2015 issue of InD'tale Magazine.
This delicious tale of Regency romance is filled with mystery, intrigue and secrets, oh, my!
Read full review in the April 2015 issue of InD'tale Magazine.
May 11, 2020
I read this book awhile back and I do re-read it off and on. I like some bits very much, like the h's reasons for being bitter. But in all honesty I don't think the H needed taming... the h did. She was always raising her voice (she's described in the book as a wailing banshee a number of during the story), she assaulted the H a number of times and she shot a guy down there.... And this is where the book lost some points - I know we all deal with our issues differently and we all have issues but I don't think violence and raised voices are the answer.
The other big thing for me in this book was that the H was married to h (even though he wasn't aware) and he was sleeping with his mistress... which is fine because he was unaware or ignorant of his marital status... but his mistress was the h's half-sister. Arggg I don't do the Bold and the Beautiful for a reason and this is IT!!!!! Gross.....
The last issue for me and this is a HUGE ONE was that the language used in the book was not in keeping with the time it was set in saying, "quit laughing or quit this or that" is DEFINITELY NOT Regency. Even now, having lived in the UK for a little while, saying something like that is NOT British. It's very much American.
For this reason, I always say British authors must write books set in Britain and Europe and American authors must write books set in America and Europe or where ever because while there are instances of American (British) authors penning a brilliant Regency (Western) it's very few and far between.
The other big thing for me in this book was that the H was married to h (even though he wasn't aware) and he was sleeping with his mistress... which is fine because he was unaware or ignorant of his marital status... but his mistress was the h's half-sister. Arggg I don't do the Bold and the Beautiful for a reason and this is IT!!!!! Gross.....
The last issue for me and this is a HUGE ONE was that the language used in the book was not in keeping with the time it was set in saying, "quit laughing or quit this or that" is DEFINITELY NOT Regency. Even now, having lived in the UK for a little while, saying something like that is NOT British. It's very much American.
For this reason, I always say British authors must write books set in Britain and Europe and American authors must write books set in America and Europe or where ever because while there are instances of American (British) authors penning a brilliant Regency (Western) it's very few and far between.
December 6, 2017
Good book.
September 13, 2014
An overall lovely historical romance, Taming the Wicked Wulfe was an enjoyable read. It had its faults, but I still found it to be a good book.
Rebekah was...difficult. I liked that she was so protective of her niece and nephew and was determined to take care of them. But, man, this woman could be mean, which was really my one big issue with the book. From the start, we knew she had a grudge against Thorn. Every time she would say another mean, uncalled for thing to him, I told myself to have patience until I knew what made her so angry with him. And, when I found out, I was even more annoyed. The reason she hated Thorn was ridiculous. I know she went through a terrible time, but it was in no way his fault and I'm not sure how she justified blaming him. Even if she did blame him, I didn't think it excused just how rude shew as to him. Not only was she unbelievably mean to him (seriously, he couldn't make a single comment without her attacking him), she was also really rude to anyone who had anything good to say about him. As if, just because she didn't like him, anyone else who did was either a liar or crazy or simply not to be believed. She was a total shrew (and I'm being nice by saying that). About 2/3 into the book, she does have a moment of realization where she sees the light and realizes that she wasn't right to blame Thorn. But, I still didn't warm up to her. Maybe if she had had a nice scene where she actually apologized and told him she was wrong, I would have been able to do so, but that doesn't come about, unfortunately. I just didn't really like her. She was to shrewish for my taste.
Thorn, on the other hand, had the patience of a saint. I'm not sure how he had the resilience to put up with Rebekah and not just toss her aside. I really liked how sweet he was with the children. He put up the mask of a rake, but he was really very sweet, kind, and just an overall good man. I absolutely adored him.
The romance was kind of frustrating. For the first chunk of the book, it mostly consisted of Rebekah saying mean things while Thorn attempted to have a conversation with her that didn't end with her screaming at him yet again (and I'm not exaggerating, if you want to get an idea of how bad it was). Once Rebekah had her realization, it got better. But, really, the main reason I liked the romance was simply because I wanted Thorn to be happy. And, the chemistry between them on very hot and it definitely led to some steaminess.
I absolutely loved the two children, Ivy and Zachary. I really liked how they were their own characters who played a role in the story. They were so adorable and they brought a lot of lightness to the story. They, and Thorn, were what really made me like the book in the end.
The plot moved quickly and I was kept interested the entire way through. Despite my issue with Rebekah, I did enjoy the story as a whole. The other characters were great and there were a few thrills along the way, as well as some surprising secrets. I enjoyed the book and I thought the ending was sweet.
Taming the Wicked Wulfe was a good historical romance. Other than my issue with Rebekah, I did like and and I enjoyed reading it. It was an overall lovely book. Romance lovers, this is a book you might want to check out.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
Rebekah was...difficult. I liked that she was so protective of her niece and nephew and was determined to take care of them. But, man, this woman could be mean, which was really my one big issue with the book. From the start, we knew she had a grudge against Thorn. Every time she would say another mean, uncalled for thing to him, I told myself to have patience until I knew what made her so angry with him. And, when I found out, I was even more annoyed. The reason she hated Thorn was ridiculous. I know she went through a terrible time, but it was in no way his fault and I'm not sure how she justified blaming him. Even if she did blame him, I didn't think it excused just how rude shew as to him. Not only was she unbelievably mean to him (seriously, he couldn't make a single comment without her attacking him), she was also really rude to anyone who had anything good to say about him. As if, just because she didn't like him, anyone else who did was either a liar or crazy or simply not to be believed. She was a total shrew (and I'm being nice by saying that). About 2/3 into the book, she does have a moment of realization where she sees the light and realizes that she wasn't right to blame Thorn. But, I still didn't warm up to her. Maybe if she had had a nice scene where she actually apologized and told him she was wrong, I would have been able to do so, but that doesn't come about, unfortunately. I just didn't really like her. She was to shrewish for my taste.
Thorn, on the other hand, had the patience of a saint. I'm not sure how he had the resilience to put up with Rebekah and not just toss her aside. I really liked how sweet he was with the children. He put up the mask of a rake, but he was really very sweet, kind, and just an overall good man. I absolutely adored him.
The romance was kind of frustrating. For the first chunk of the book, it mostly consisted of Rebekah saying mean things while Thorn attempted to have a conversation with her that didn't end with her screaming at him yet again (and I'm not exaggerating, if you want to get an idea of how bad it was). Once Rebekah had her realization, it got better. But, really, the main reason I liked the romance was simply because I wanted Thorn to be happy. And, the chemistry between them on very hot and it definitely led to some steaminess.
I absolutely loved the two children, Ivy and Zachary. I really liked how they were their own characters who played a role in the story. They were so adorable and they brought a lot of lightness to the story. They, and Thorn, were what really made me like the book in the end.
The plot moved quickly and I was kept interested the entire way through. Despite my issue with Rebekah, I did enjoy the story as a whole. The other characters were great and there were a few thrills along the way, as well as some surprising secrets. I enjoyed the book and I thought the ending was sweet.
Taming the Wicked Wulfe was a good historical romance. Other than my issue with Rebekah, I did like and and I enjoyed reading it. It was an overall lovely book. Romance lovers, this is a book you might want to check out.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
September 29, 2018
Working title - A Proxy Marriage
Rebekah is forced into a proxy marriage to a man she despises for the sake of her orphaned niece and nephew. Her new husband, Thorn Wulfe, holds the key to all the secrets of her long-buried past.
Thorn, considered the Wicked Wulfe by many of the ton, operates one of London’s most notorious gaming hells, the Lady Luck. When his brother is killed, he finds his life turned upside down with a wife he does not want, and two children to care for.
When old secrets come to light and enemies make themselves known, Rebekah and Wulfe are going to have to decide what is more important…the past, the present, or the future? Will they be able to learn to trust and love one another along the way? Or will their secrets keep them apart forever?
A Regency romance that will draw you in and tug at your heartstrings.
**
September 25, 2014
Okay, so it's been several months, if not at least a year or two since I've read a historical romance. I find that my taste has changed a lot over the past year.
In this book the plot is interesting but it took me awhile to warm up to Rebekah but I really liked Thorn. There is lots of mystery and suspense. The author did a great job with the writing and I enjoyed the book but I think I may have outgrown the genre.
In this book the plot is interesting but it took me awhile to warm up to Rebekah but I really liked Thorn. There is lots of mystery and suspense. The author did a great job with the writing and I enjoyed the book but I think I may have outgrown the genre.
May 8, 2015
4.5/5.0
This delicious tale of Regency romance is filled with mystery, intrigue and secrets, oh, my!
Read full review in the 2015 April issue of InD'tale Magazine.
This delicious tale of Regency romance is filled with mystery, intrigue and secrets, oh, my!
Read full review in the 2015 April issue of InD'tale Magazine.
July 23, 2015
Excellent
I haven't read a book straight through for a very long time. It's full of intrigue and excitement as well as romance. I have to admit that a quarter of the way through this novel I bought almost all of this author's books. Wow.
I haven't read a book straight through for a very long time. It's full of intrigue and excitement as well as romance. I have to admit that a quarter of the way through this novel I bought almost all of this author's books. Wow.
April 4, 2016
3.5 stars for me on this one.
November 19, 2017
Exciting. Good plot. Interesting idea being married by proxy LOL
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