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Law Maker
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Clara
Invisibility has been my go-to survival skill since childhood. So I hide behind my thick glasses and heavy fringe, working as a teaching assistant at the exclusive Molton Prep, happy with my seven-year-old pupils and studiously avoiding their posh parents. My one secret indulgence? Watching the gorgeous but wildly intimidating Lord Sterling sweep into school to collect his son.
I’m ridiculous. Not only is Rafe completely terrifying, but he’s a high-profile barrister destined to be the UK’s youngest ever judge. A girl with a background like mine should stay out of his way.
Rafe
How dare the school insist that I can’t meet the Miss Clara, who told my son his brain “works differently”? Nobody refuses a meeting with me. But when I bulldoze my way past the school rules to confront her, I’m shocked by how much this shy woman affects me. She might be too scared to make eye contact, but when it comes to defending my son, she’s surprisingly fierce. And after I convince her to work as my son’s tutor and she gradually stops flinching in my presence, my obsession with her only grows.
As a rule, I get what I want, and after seeing glimpses of her humour, kind heart and surprising strength, I want Clara Morris with an intensity I’ve never felt before. But I should be careful what I wish for, because Clara Morris is not who she says she is.
In my arrogance, I push her away, not realising that her fear runs deeper than simple shyness, not seeing the danger she’s in until it’s too late…
LAW MAKER is an opposites attract, billionaire, single father, contemporary romance, perfect for fans of intense, protective heroes and heroines overcoming trauma to find their happily ever after.
Content warning: this book features scenes of domestic violence.
Invisibility has been my go-to survival skill since childhood. So I hide behind my thick glasses and heavy fringe, working as a teaching assistant at the exclusive Molton Prep, happy with my seven-year-old pupils and studiously avoiding their posh parents. My one secret indulgence? Watching the gorgeous but wildly intimidating Lord Sterling sweep into school to collect his son.
I’m ridiculous. Not only is Rafe completely terrifying, but he’s a high-profile barrister destined to be the UK’s youngest ever judge. A girl with a background like mine should stay out of his way.
Rafe
How dare the school insist that I can’t meet the Miss Clara, who told my son his brain “works differently”? Nobody refuses a meeting with me. But when I bulldoze my way past the school rules to confront her, I’m shocked by how much this shy woman affects me. She might be too scared to make eye contact, but when it comes to defending my son, she’s surprisingly fierce. And after I convince her to work as my son’s tutor and she gradually stops flinching in my presence, my obsession with her only grows.
As a rule, I get what I want, and after seeing glimpses of her humour, kind heart and surprising strength, I want Clara Morris with an intensity I’ve never felt before. But I should be careful what I wish for, because Clara Morris is not who she says she is.
In my arrogance, I push her away, not realising that her fear runs deeper than simple shyness, not seeing the danger she’s in until it’s too late…
LAW MAKER is an opposites attract, billionaire, single father, contemporary romance, perfect for fans of intense, protective heroes and heroines overcoming trauma to find their happily ever after.
Content warning: this book features scenes of domestic violence.
359 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication February 24, 2026
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Susie Tate
29 books2,251 followersSusie is a top 2 Amazon bestselling author who writes addictive, feel-good contemporary romance with heroes who may make you a little ragey, but who always redeem themselves in the end! She’s been a doctor in the NHS for over twenty years and lives in beautiful Dorset with her wonderful husband, three gorgeous boys and an even more wonderful dog.
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November 2, 2025
Another masterpiece by Susie Tate. She writes such emotionally complex characters and then weaves them into a compelling story. I fly through her books and then am disappointed I have to wait so long for her next one. The Law Maker series starts strong with this one. Clara and Rafe’s story was easy to fall in love with. Two characters with such fundamentally different backgrounds that find and balance each other had me devour this book. I always appreciate the cameos from characters in her other stories as well. Once again a must read.
October 12, 2025
Clara Morris has a big secret. She tries to keep under the radar and has accepted a job as a teacher's assistant at the exclusive Molton Prep, even though with her qualifications she should be a teacher in her own right. She guards her privacy fiercely, and has it written into her employment contract that she doesn't have to meet any parents EVER. Her one indulgence is lusting after the impossibly handsome Lord Sterling when he comes to collect his sone Ozzie from school.
Unfortunately, Lord Rafe Sterling, criminal barrister and tipped to be the UK's youngest ever Judge, isn't good at taking no for an answer. Ozzie is dyslexic and spends his evenings lauding the wonderful Miss Clara to the skies, but Ozzie tells his father that Miss Clara said his brain works differently Rafe is on the warpath.
Although initial impressions aren't good, Rafe is surprised that this mousy young woman (who looks like a child) who barely spoke above a mumble becomes incredibly fierce when she thinks someone is labelling Ozzie as stupid. First Rafe is intrigued and then fascinated and, because he's from an aristocratic family used to bending others to his will, he soon makes Clara an offer she can't refuse to tutor/nanny Ozzie for a few hours every evening after school.
But Clara isn't hiding any old secrets, making the wrong move has landed her in the hospital more than once and what she is hiding could have massive repercussions for her, Rafe, and her beloved brother.
I love Susie Tate, she nearly always includes characters with real issues, and as a UK General Practitioner she knows first hand the problems, diagnoses, symptoms, and feelings that come with them. This book is no exception, in this case domestic violence - there are trigger warnings in the blurb so this isn't a spoiler. I thought she did this really well, not doing a Hollywood lite version of violence, this was shocking and frightening.
Rafe was a true alpha male, his breeding, education, money, and job make him authoritative, but strangely Clara finds it comforting and it makes her feel safe. Especially when she's behind electronic gates and driven to work in a bullet proof car by a close security officer.
If you fancy a romance between a bossy billionaire lawyer single dad and his son's teacher, laughs, tears, extreme bravery, and a lot of swearing - well you're in luck!
I received an ARC from the author via BookFunnel.
Unfortunately, Lord Rafe Sterling, criminal barrister and tipped to be the UK's youngest ever Judge, isn't good at taking no for an answer. Ozzie is dyslexic and spends his evenings lauding the wonderful Miss Clara to the skies, but Ozzie tells his father that Miss Clara said his brain works differently Rafe is on the warpath.
Although initial impressions aren't good, Rafe is surprised that this mousy young woman (who looks like a child) who barely spoke above a mumble becomes incredibly fierce when she thinks someone is labelling Ozzie as stupid. First Rafe is intrigued and then fascinated and, because he's from an aristocratic family used to bending others to his will, he soon makes Clara an offer she can't refuse to tutor/nanny Ozzie for a few hours every evening after school.
But Clara isn't hiding any old secrets, making the wrong move has landed her in the hospital more than once and what she is hiding could have massive repercussions for her, Rafe, and her beloved brother.
I love Susie Tate, she nearly always includes characters with real issues, and as a UK General Practitioner she knows first hand the problems, diagnoses, symptoms, and feelings that come with them. This book is no exception, in this case domestic violence - there are trigger warnings in the blurb so this isn't a spoiler. I thought she did this really well, not doing a Hollywood lite version of violence, this was shocking and frightening.
Rafe was a true alpha male, his breeding, education, money, and job make him authoritative, but strangely Clara finds it comforting and it makes her feel safe. Especially when she's behind electronic gates and driven to work in a bullet proof car by a close security officer.
If you fancy a romance between a bossy billionaire lawyer single dad and his son's teacher, laughs, tears, extreme bravery, and a lot of swearing - well you're in luck!
I received an ARC from the author via BookFunnel.
October 20, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Ode to Courage, a Testament to Love ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Receiving this ARC of Law Maker felt like stepping into a sanctuary of survival, wit, and hope. Clara’s invisibility: born of childhood trauma and reinforced by the shadows of domestic violence - struck a chord so deep I found myself holding my breath as she trembled behind her heavy fringe. Then Rafe Sterling, oh my heart, bulldozing through rules with a barrister’s precision and a father’s fierce devotion, became her unexpected ally. Together, they navigated gut-wrenching triggers: a broken past, the echo of abuse, and the daunting power imbalances between teacher and judge. Each session, each stolen glance, was a victory lap around those scars, guiding them toward the light of mutual trust.
What also shone like lightning was the humor - pure, well-crafted, and utterly distinctive. That rare, high-class kind which never wounds but always enlightens. It’s the sort of humor that arises not from mockery but from the innocence of moments, where wit becomes both a refuge and a revelation. Whether in Clara’s shy, unexpected quips, Rafe’s dry courtroom irony, little Oz’s and Margot’s “blood thirst,” or Mrs. Clayton’s steely grace; the laughter came with beauty, love, and dignity. There was no malice, no cheap punchline - only the quiet brilliance of human absurdity handled with poise.
Every secondary character left an imprint; no one was ornamental. Lily with her fierce loyalty, the pupil–master exchanges that danced on the edge of propriety, the courtroom scenes and the school play - all added weight, relevance, humor, and texture. It’s rare to find a story where every presence, however brief, contributes to the emotional architecture. Even the smallest moments; Ozzie’s breakthroughs, Clara’s hesitant smiles, Rafe’s missteps; feel alive, necessary, and unforgettable.
And perhaps what makes Law Maker linger long after the final page is its refusal to bow to cliché. There are no overwrought tropes or predictable arcs; instead, every development feels earned, precise, and deeply human. The interplay of intellect, pain, and light-heartedness builds something exquisite - a world where survival coexists with laughter, and love walks hand in hand with protectiveness and self-respect.
Susie’s mastery lies in that balance; - she writes of trauma with tenderness, of love with restraint, and of humor with class. To capture such innocence wrapped in sophistication is no small feat, and she does it again, outdoing herself with a story that is at once beautiful, fearless, and profoundly alive.
Susie’s prose is a masterstroke of empathy and strength. She has crafted more than a romance; she has delivered a roadmap for healing, where every word is a gentle hand on the heart urging it to beat louder. By the final pages, I was weeping with joy as Clara claimed her voice and Rafe discovered the true weight of tenderness.
"Law Maker" is a triumph that will live in my soul; and I can’t wait to see it uplift readers everywhere. 📖✨❤️
Receiving this ARC of Law Maker felt like stepping into a sanctuary of survival, wit, and hope. Clara’s invisibility: born of childhood trauma and reinforced by the shadows of domestic violence - struck a chord so deep I found myself holding my breath as she trembled behind her heavy fringe. Then Rafe Sterling, oh my heart, bulldozing through rules with a barrister’s precision and a father’s fierce devotion, became her unexpected ally. Together, they navigated gut-wrenching triggers: a broken past, the echo of abuse, and the daunting power imbalances between teacher and judge. Each session, each stolen glance, was a victory lap around those scars, guiding them toward the light of mutual trust.
What also shone like lightning was the humor - pure, well-crafted, and utterly distinctive. That rare, high-class kind which never wounds but always enlightens. It’s the sort of humor that arises not from mockery but from the innocence of moments, where wit becomes both a refuge and a revelation. Whether in Clara’s shy, unexpected quips, Rafe’s dry courtroom irony, little Oz’s and Margot’s “blood thirst,” or Mrs. Clayton’s steely grace; the laughter came with beauty, love, and dignity. There was no malice, no cheap punchline - only the quiet brilliance of human absurdity handled with poise.
Every secondary character left an imprint; no one was ornamental. Lily with her fierce loyalty, the pupil–master exchanges that danced on the edge of propriety, the courtroom scenes and the school play - all added weight, relevance, humor, and texture. It’s rare to find a story where every presence, however brief, contributes to the emotional architecture. Even the smallest moments; Ozzie’s breakthroughs, Clara’s hesitant smiles, Rafe’s missteps; feel alive, necessary, and unforgettable.
And perhaps what makes Law Maker linger long after the final page is its refusal to bow to cliché. There are no overwrought tropes or predictable arcs; instead, every development feels earned, precise, and deeply human. The interplay of intellect, pain, and light-heartedness builds something exquisite - a world where survival coexists with laughter, and love walks hand in hand with protectiveness and self-respect.
Susie’s mastery lies in that balance; - she writes of trauma with tenderness, of love with restraint, and of humor with class. To capture such innocence wrapped in sophistication is no small feat, and she does it again, outdoing herself with a story that is at once beautiful, fearless, and profoundly alive.
Susie’s prose is a masterstroke of empathy and strength. She has crafted more than a romance; she has delivered a roadmap for healing, where every word is a gentle hand on the heart urging it to beat louder. By the final pages, I was weeping with joy as Clara claimed her voice and Rafe discovered the true weight of tenderness.
"Law Maker" is a triumph that will live in my soul; and I can’t wait to see it uplift readers everywhere. 📖✨❤️
October 13, 2025
[eARC]I couldn’t put this book down — I read it all in one go.
After getting a glimpse of Law Maker at the end of Outlier, I was eagerly anticipating Rafe and Clara’s story, and it absolutely delivered.
Susie Tate did an outstanding job portraying Clara — a woman shaped by deep trauma and trying to stay invisible in a world that had hurt her. Reading from Clara’s point of view was an emotional experience. I could feel her fear, her quiet resignation, and the heartbreaking belief that she didn’t deserve more from life. But I also felt her deep compassion, especially for children who needed extra understanding because their brains worked differently.
I found myself grinning whenever Rafe encountered women who didn’t bend to his charm — it was so easy to imagine him being taken down a peg and treated like a scolded boy. Those moments added a great touch of humor and humility.
The relationship between Rafe and Clara developed in such a genuine and touching way. Even though I had a sense of where their story was headed, it didn’t stop me from feeling all the emotional highs and lows — especially for Clara.
From the very first chapter, this book completely captured my attention. I loved seeing more of Margot (Ollie and Lottie’s daughter), and I’m excited to discover which other characters will get their turn at a happily ever after.
This story stayed with me long after I turned the final page. Susie Tate has a remarkable talent for creating heartfelt, deeply human stories about characters who are imperfect, often quietly struggling — and yet, who still find the courage to reach for joy. I truly loved this book.
After getting a glimpse of Law Maker at the end of Outlier, I was eagerly anticipating Rafe and Clara’s story, and it absolutely delivered.
Susie Tate did an outstanding job portraying Clara — a woman shaped by deep trauma and trying to stay invisible in a world that had hurt her. Reading from Clara’s point of view was an emotional experience. I could feel her fear, her quiet resignation, and the heartbreaking belief that she didn’t deserve more from life. But I also felt her deep compassion, especially for children who needed extra understanding because their brains worked differently.
I found myself grinning whenever Rafe encountered women who didn’t bend to his charm — it was so easy to imagine him being taken down a peg and treated like a scolded boy. Those moments added a great touch of humor and humility.
The relationship between Rafe and Clara developed in such a genuine and touching way. Even though I had a sense of where their story was headed, it didn’t stop me from feeling all the emotional highs and lows — especially for Clara.
From the very first chapter, this book completely captured my attention. I loved seeing more of Margot (Ollie and Lottie’s daughter), and I’m excited to discover which other characters will get their turn at a happily ever after.
This story stayed with me long after I turned the final page. Susie Tate has a remarkable talent for creating heartfelt, deeply human stories about characters who are imperfect, often quietly struggling — and yet, who still find the courage to reach for joy. I truly loved this book.
October 14, 2025
Law Maker is yet another sensational read from this wonderful author who has your heart pounding and spirits uplifted, wrapping all your emotions in a warm blanket whilst you laugh and cry with the wonderful characters she creates.
Clara is a teaching assistant at a exclusive prep school in London, her specialty is helping children with dyslexia. One such child is seven year old Ozzie who has been responding well with Clara’s help. When his father Rafe Stirling the Duke of Buckingham and also a top barristers is told by his son his teacher said his brain was wired differently he is incensed thinking his son had been told he was stupid and demands to speak to Clara though she is resistant to this as she is shy and for other reasons likes to stay unseen in the background.
Rafe realises that Clara is actually doing a lot to help Ozzie read and gain confidence, he also can see beneath her plain clothing and glasses she is very attractive and can stand up to him on behalf of her son.
These are three characters that have great depth, wonderful personalities and with a great cast around them leap off the pages and into your heart.
This is not just a great romance but also a hard hitting tale of domestic violence and the repercussions it causes throughout victims lives. The cruelty and violence Clara has endures will shock but the strength of her character and the support she receives off others are a joy.
So at times a hard hitting pulse raising story but still has much humour and love…an abundance of love. For me ( and thousands of others) Susie Tate writes stories that are beautiful, uplifting and above all a fabulous read, this one is yet another of them.
Clara is a teaching assistant at a exclusive prep school in London, her specialty is helping children with dyslexia. One such child is seven year old Ozzie who has been responding well with Clara’s help. When his father Rafe Stirling the Duke of Buckingham and also a top barristers is told by his son his teacher said his brain was wired differently he is incensed thinking his son had been told he was stupid and demands to speak to Clara though she is resistant to this as she is shy and for other reasons likes to stay unseen in the background.
Rafe realises that Clara is actually doing a lot to help Ozzie read and gain confidence, he also can see beneath her plain clothing and glasses she is very attractive and can stand up to him on behalf of her son.
These are three characters that have great depth, wonderful personalities and with a great cast around them leap off the pages and into your heart.
This is not just a great romance but also a hard hitting tale of domestic violence and the repercussions it causes throughout victims lives. The cruelty and violence Clara has endures will shock but the strength of her character and the support she receives off others are a joy.
So at times a hard hitting pulse raising story but still has much humour and love…an abundance of love. For me ( and thousands of others) Susie Tate writes stories that are beautiful, uplifting and above all a fabulous read, this one is yet another of them.
October 21, 2025
Susie Tate is an automatic read for me. Her characters are complex and human, and just wonderful to spend time with. That being said, she does write hard characters. They are often in difficult situations and although the genre pretty much assures they’ll figure it out by the end, most of them have rough rides to HEA.
Clara is definitely in that category. She is a special needs teacher specializing in dyslexia, and is wonderful with the kids. However, she is hiding from her family and almost pathologically shy. This means that when a student’s father wants to discuss his son with her, she resists.
However, Rafe Sterling is a lawyer, a lord and very used to getting his way. He bulldozes his way into Clara’s life for better and sometimes worse. Rafe is a good guy, and Clara most definitely needs a good man in her life. However, she is so unfamiliar with the species that she doesn’t trust Rafe at all. Clara is hiding from her family for a reason, and when that reason explodes, Rafe steps up, even before he realizes just how bad Clara’s situation is.
This is another read-in-one-sitting book by Susie Tate. She is absolutely an “I wish she could write faster” author for me, and I hope that she’ll already working on the next book. I would love to read more about Poppy Sterling. I bet she’s got a few secrets.
This book explores domestic violence and emotional abuse themes, so avoid if that might distress you.
Clara is definitely in that category. She is a special needs teacher specializing in dyslexia, and is wonderful with the kids. However, she is hiding from her family and almost pathologically shy. This means that when a student’s father wants to discuss his son with her, she resists.
However, Rafe Sterling is a lawyer, a lord and very used to getting his way. He bulldozes his way into Clara’s life for better and sometimes worse. Rafe is a good guy, and Clara most definitely needs a good man in her life. However, she is so unfamiliar with the species that she doesn’t trust Rafe at all. Clara is hiding from her family for a reason, and when that reason explodes, Rafe steps up, even before he realizes just how bad Clara’s situation is.
This is another read-in-one-sitting book by Susie Tate. She is absolutely an “I wish she could write faster” author for me, and I hope that she’ll already working on the next book. I would love to read more about Poppy Sterling. I bet she’s got a few secrets.
This book explores domestic violence and emotional abuse themes, so avoid if that might distress you.
October 13, 2025
Finished in a day - so amazing!
Susie does it again....her writing is so emotionally pulling, I honestly don't know how she does it. The feelings I feel are so real when I'm reading one of her books, and I've read 10+ of hers. This one also has some tough themes and I'd recommend you read the warnings before reading. We've got a MMC that's tought on the outside, but soft and squishy for his family. And then you're got your painfully shy, nervous FMC who is too afraid to talk to anyone. How these families come together and rally around these couples are great - the writing where noone is perfect but (in the good families) everyone is loved is such a great story.
We've got Rafe, the grumpy, single dad raising his son. Clara, the teacher's assistant works with Rafe's son due to his brain working a bit differently. And when Rafe demands to meet with the teacher filling his son's head with these things, he doesn't expect the shy teacher to turn into a "spitting kitten" at the thought that someone was mistreating his son.
Susie does it again....her writing is so emotionally pulling, I honestly don't know how she does it. The feelings I feel are so real when I'm reading one of her books, and I've read 10+ of hers. This one also has some tough themes and I'd recommend you read the warnings before reading. We've got a MMC that's tought on the outside, but soft and squishy for his family. And then you're got your painfully shy, nervous FMC who is too afraid to talk to anyone. How these families come together and rally around these couples are great - the writing where noone is perfect but (in the good families) everyone is loved is such a great story.
We've got Rafe, the grumpy, single dad raising his son. Clara, the teacher's assistant works with Rafe's son due to his brain working a bit differently. And when Rafe demands to meet with the teacher filling his son's head with these things, he doesn't expect the shy teacher to turn into a "spitting kitten" at the thought that someone was mistreating his son.
November 9, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🖤opposites attract
🖤billionaire romance
🖤single father
🖤parent/teacher romance
🖤trauma/PTSD rep
Wow! I just finished Law Maker by Susie Tate and I’m still reeling from this book! Susie always writes emotional reads, but this one? It is on another level!
Clara is a school teacher who teaches Rafe’s adorable and feisty son, Ozzie. She’s the only one who really gets through to Ozzie and helps him with his learning difference. Rafe and Clara bond over their love of the little boy, and their relationship develops from there. Clara is hiding a huge secret though..and when that secret gets exposed, everything changes.
This books touches on sensitive topics such as domestic violence, dyslexia, PTSD and maternal neglect. As always, Susie approaches these subjects with great care, and you can tell she has gone to great lengths to make sure these issues are accurately and sensitively represented. I loved Rafe’s sister Poppy as well! Hopefully we’ll see more of her in the future.
Thank you to Susie Tate for the ARC of this book.
🖤opposites attract
🖤billionaire romance
🖤single father
🖤parent/teacher romance
🖤trauma/PTSD rep
Wow! I just finished Law Maker by Susie Tate and I’m still reeling from this book! Susie always writes emotional reads, but this one? It is on another level!
Clara is a school teacher who teaches Rafe’s adorable and feisty son, Ozzie. She’s the only one who really gets through to Ozzie and helps him with his learning difference. Rafe and Clara bond over their love of the little boy, and their relationship develops from there. Clara is hiding a huge secret though..and when that secret gets exposed, everything changes.
This books touches on sensitive topics such as domestic violence, dyslexia, PTSD and maternal neglect. As always, Susie approaches these subjects with great care, and you can tell she has gone to great lengths to make sure these issues are accurately and sensitively represented. I loved Rafe’s sister Poppy as well! Hopefully we’ll see more of her in the future.
Thank you to Susie Tate for the ARC of this book.
October 22, 2025
I was fortunate to receive an ARC of this book. Another gripping romance by Susie Tate. Loved Clara who had tried to escape her abusive past and criminal family. While she is working as a classroom assistant, she bonds with the son of a handsome barrister Rafe. His son is struggling with dyslexia and Clara is able to really help him. She’s incredibly shy and does not meet with parents of children at the school but Rafe insists on meeting with her. He arrogantly uses his power and influence to ensure the school arrange a meeting and their romance begins. Their story is a bit of a rollercoaster and Rafe makes a huge mistake but he also makes appropriate reparation once he realises how terribly wrong he was. Every book that Susie Tate writes is excellent this was really good but not quite as good as her last book outlier which was exceptional. It still deserves five stars and I read it in one session and will read it again.
October 14, 2025
An epic love story filled with so much heart! Susie Tate writes the most beautiful, emotional, unforgettable romances that stay with you. You get so drawn into her world. She writes about real issues, characters with real world problems like in this book such as abuse. Stories people can relate to with an incredible love story. Rafe and Clara have so much chemistry. Their love is filled with so much tenderness and emotion. They are a perfect mix with Clara being a quiet, shy, damsel in distress, while Rafe has an intense, strong, protective nature. You can’t help but fall in love with these characters. If you love a happily ever after with lots of raw emotion, bumps and bruises with obstacles to overcome; a fierce, protective hero who would walk to the ends of the earth for his love, this book is for you!
October 14, 2025
Rafe Sterling is brash, arrogant but god did I love his character.
Clara who couldn’t love her what’s she goes through she is one brave woman, seeing her at rock bottom broke me but seeing her climb up and find herself again was truly a inspiration to all women who are going through this in real life.
Susie Tate is one incredible talent author how she can write about such an important topic domestic abuse and cover it with care and compassion is truly outstanding.
On a lighter note I loved Oscar how Clara helps him understand how his brain works with his dyslexia and how he grows, can’t forget Margot Harding ( Lottie and Oliver daughter from Gold digger ) it’s never dull when she’s around.
For me it’s 4 1/2 🌟
Clara who couldn’t love her what’s she goes through she is one brave woman, seeing her at rock bottom broke me but seeing her climb up and find herself again was truly a inspiration to all women who are going through this in real life.
Susie Tate is one incredible talent author how she can write about such an important topic domestic abuse and cover it with care and compassion is truly outstanding.
On a lighter note I loved Oscar how Clara helps him understand how his brain works with his dyslexia and how he grows, can’t forget Margot Harding ( Lottie and Oliver daughter from Gold digger ) it’s never dull when she’s around.
For me it’s 4 1/2 🌟
October 15, 2025
Gah Susie Tate has done it again. I adore everything she writes, her style pulls me in and keeps me hooked. Susie has an incredible knack for writing about people in difficult situations and this book is no exception. Everything Clara goes through with her awful family is so well portrayed. I love the relationships Clara builds throughout the book, not just with Rafe. The interconnectedness of characters throughout Susie’s books is so fun to read as we get little glimpses of past characters.
Seriously, Susie has such a gift and I’m so grateful I get to read her words.
I received an ARC of this book.
Seriously, Susie has such a gift and I’m so grateful I get to read her words.
I received an ARC of this book.
October 28, 2025
The novel provides a good start to the series. The character of Clara is depicted as exceptionally brave and strong, having overcome significant trauma. Her fierce protectiveness of both her brother and her pupils is portrayed as a wonderful and defining trait.
Rafe possessed a compelling combination of arrogance and charm. While there were moments when he should have paused to think before reacting, he ultimately did right by Clara. The two characters shared genuinely good chemistry and I liked Clara’s fire/defiance with him as much as he did.
Special mention must be given to the supporting characters. The children were great (adoredOzzie and Margot) and Poppy and Lily were good friends to Clara (hope we get their books too). 4 ⭐️
Rafe possessed a compelling combination of arrogance and charm. While there were moments when he should have paused to think before reacting, he ultimately did right by Clara. The two characters shared genuinely good chemistry and I liked Clara’s fire/defiance with him as much as he did.
Special mention must be given to the supporting characters. The children were great (adoredOzzie and Margot) and Poppy and Lily were good friends to Clara (hope we get their books too). 4 ⭐️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 13, 2025
5 Stars – Emotional, Intense, and Beautifully Written
Law Maker by Susie Tate is an unforgettable romance filled with heart, healing, and chemistry that leaps off the page. Clara is a quiet, resilient heroine you can’t help but root for, and Rafe is the perfect mix of intensity and tenderness. Their story is raw, emotional, and deeply satisfying—a powerful reminder that love can heal even the deepest wounds.
If you love protective heroes, slow-burn passion, and heroines who find their strength, this book is an absolute must-read.
Law Maker by Susie Tate is an unforgettable romance filled with heart, healing, and chemistry that leaps off the page. Clara is a quiet, resilient heroine you can’t help but root for, and Rafe is the perfect mix of intensity and tenderness. Their story is raw, emotional, and deeply satisfying—a powerful reminder that love can heal even the deepest wounds.
If you love protective heroes, slow-burn passion, and heroines who find their strength, this book is an absolute must-read.
October 14, 2025
Another fantastic read from Susie!
Susie’s books often have dark back stories for the characters within the romance and this is probably the hardest hitting hence the trigger warnings at the start. It’s an emotional read but I loved Clara’s strength and devotion to her brother Zach and the snippets of previous characters. A fast forward book for Margot as a sassy adult would be so fun. I always like the hints of the stories yet to come and can’t wait for Poppy and Rory’s story.
Off to read again.
I received a reader’s ARC from the author
Susie’s books often have dark back stories for the characters within the romance and this is probably the hardest hitting hence the trigger warnings at the start. It’s an emotional read but I loved Clara’s strength and devotion to her brother Zach and the snippets of previous characters. A fast forward book for Margot as a sassy adult would be so fun. I always like the hints of the stories yet to come and can’t wait for Poppy and Rory’s story.
Off to read again.
I received a reader’s ARC from the author
October 17, 2025
Another amazing book from Susie Tate. I’m always so emotionally invested in her characters and their story. Susie Tate somehow easily brings her characters to life with her writing. I don’t know how she does it. I just know I always end up crying and laughing along with them. It also means once I pick up a Susie Tate book, I can’t put it down until I’m finished! Which is why she’s my favourite author! Iv ready every one of her books and as each one ends I’m already impatiently waiting for the next!
December 2, 2025
This was outstanding. I kept putting it down as I knew I would be devastated when I finished it and, no surprise, I’m now absolutely gutted. This may be my favourite Susie Tate novel to date. It handled very sensitive topics incredibly well, whilst also infusing a good dash of humour and angst in to make this a 5 star read. I adored the main and side characters. We all need a BFF like Lily, a brother like Zach and a father in law like George. Make sure to get the bonus epilogue too, it ties everything up in a beautiful banter filled bow ❤️
October 17, 2025
So, so, so GOOD!!!
I devoured this book. Could not put it down.
What's not to love... single dad that's a hot shot barrister and has a great family. His son is perfect, I always fall in love with the kids first and this is no exception.
Clara the classroom assistant is stronger than she knows. She's survived her horrendous family and made it to better and brighter future. Clara goes through a lot, so please check triggers warnings.
Loved the HEA and can't wait for the next installment!
I devoured this book. Could not put it down.
What's not to love... single dad that's a hot shot barrister and has a great family. His son is perfect, I always fall in love with the kids first and this is no exception.
Clara the classroom assistant is stronger than she knows. She's survived her horrendous family and made it to better and brighter future. Clara goes through a lot, so please check triggers warnings.
Loved the HEA and can't wait for the next installment!
October 16, 2025
This book has it all !!
A FMC who funds her strengths and learns how to live !!
This book was tear jerker full of raw emotions. The journey Clara embarks on is truly a an incredible one.
I really enjoyed this book and was in awe of what she accomplished and how she rallied at the end towards her father!
Another great book by Susie Tate never disappointed !!
A FMC who funds her strengths and learns how to live !!
This book was tear jerker full of raw emotions. The journey Clara embarks on is truly a an incredible one.
I really enjoyed this book and was in awe of what she accomplished and how she rallied at the end towards her father!
Another great book by Susie Tate never disappointed !!
October 17, 2025
CW: domestic violence, child abuse, verbal abuse.
Despite having some very heavy parts, the author did a nice job of interweaving the main character’s personal growth along with the development of the relationship between Clara and Rafe. I also enjoyed the way Rafe recognized Clara’s distress and made adjustments to his habits to ensure that she felt safe with him.
Despite having some very heavy parts, the author did a nice job of interweaving the main character’s personal growth along with the development of the relationship between Clara and Rafe. I also enjoyed the way Rafe recognized Clara’s distress and made adjustments to his habits to ensure that she felt safe with him.
October 15, 2025
I love this book so, so much. I was in tears at the end! But don't worry; this ending wasn't sad...It was just perfect. I read everything Susie writes, and this one is now in my top 3 faves of her books.
It does include domestic violence, but not between the MCs.
It does include domestic violence, but not between the MCs.
October 12, 2025
Review to come! Absolutely amazing!
October 20, 2025
Love, love, love this book! I always look forward to Susie’s books and I have yet to be disappointed!
October 24, 2025
Another great book by Susie and I loved everything about it. I cried a lot and laughed as much, and it was so good to read the love, and the heartbreaking betrayal I cried like a baby.
December 8, 2025
*review coming*
Review of advance copy received from Author
Loved this! Review to come...
Review of advance copy received from Author
another amazing book by Susie Tate.
November 12, 2025
Susie Tate is one of my "automatically read her new book the second it comes out" authors. While I didn't connect with Clara and Rafe as strongly as I did with the first of Ms. Tate's characters whom I fell in love with, I loved reading their story and still give it five stars. (She's just that good! :)
Also, just have to add that, in the world of minor characters, I'd give anything to see what Margot, the world's most precocious eight-year-old, is like when she grows up! I've never loved a minor (pun unintended) character like this sweet and wild little girl.
Also, just have to add that, in the world of minor characters, I'd give anything to see what Margot, the world's most precocious eight-year-old, is like when she grows up! I've never loved a minor (pun unintended) character like this sweet and wild little girl.
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