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Taming the Heart #10
Taming an Unrepentant Earl
A scarred lord and a ruined lady…
Thanks to his bravery, and subsequent injury on the battlefield, Harold Maddox has been given an earldom and a leave of absence as commander in order to heal. While he doesn’t give a bullocks about the title, he’ll take the leave to settle a personal matter. After the loss of his best friend, he’s promised to care for Chesterfield’s sister, Miss Sophia Chesterfield. And he’s promised himself once he’s healed, he’ll avenge his friend’s death. The problem is that Sophie is far too beautiful for him to remain indifferent and her sharp tongue riles him in all sorts of interesting ways. He needs to return to the war and he can’t afford distractions now.
Sophie Chesterfield wouldn’t marry at all except that she can’t very well have a baby without a husband. What she needs is a nice quiet man who causes little interruption in her orderly life. And that man is definitely not Lord Ridgeby. From the moment the man enters her house is a force of destruction on her quiet life. What’s more, he heats her blood and sets fire to everything she thought she wanted. Not that it matters. He’s made it clear he’s leaving and she doesn’t want an overbearing beast like him anyway. Does she?
Thanks to his bravery, and subsequent injury on the battlefield, Harold Maddox has been given an earldom and a leave of absence as commander in order to heal. While he doesn’t give a bullocks about the title, he’ll take the leave to settle a personal matter. After the loss of his best friend, he’s promised to care for Chesterfield’s sister, Miss Sophia Chesterfield. And he’s promised himself once he’s healed, he’ll avenge his friend’s death. The problem is that Sophie is far too beautiful for him to remain indifferent and her sharp tongue riles him in all sorts of interesting ways. He needs to return to the war and he can’t afford distractions now.
Sophie Chesterfield wouldn’t marry at all except that she can’t very well have a baby without a husband. What she needs is a nice quiet man who causes little interruption in her orderly life. And that man is definitely not Lord Ridgeby. From the moment the man enters her house is a force of destruction on her quiet life. What’s more, he heats her blood and sets fire to everything she thought she wanted. Not that it matters. He’s made it clear he’s leaving and she doesn’t want an overbearing beast like him anyway. Does she?
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First published August 13, 2019
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August 6, 2019
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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The temperature rises, the sexual tension increases from the moment the two main characters meet.
An UnputDownable book , Excellent Writing
This is one of my favourites of this series, amusing, tense, addictive reading, and so much romance.
You can’t ask for more from an author, and received such a wonderful result.
I received an Arc copy of this book and chose to post this review
💋💋
The temperature rises, the sexual tension increases from the moment the two main characters meet.
An UnputDownable book , Excellent Writing
This is one of my favourites of this series, amusing, tense, addictive reading, and so much romance.
You can’t ask for more from an author, and received such a wonderful result.
I received an Arc copy of this book and chose to post this review
August 4, 2019
She was a strong and independent woman, her brother, a soldier lost to battle, her home and the family money now in her charge. Sophie Chesterfield sis certainly no shrinking violet, and she has done wonders in managing her affairs, as much as she would like a family, does she really want to give up all she owns to a husband?
Harold Maddox was gravely injured the day Sophie’s brother gave his life to save his best friend. Now Harold must fulfill the promise he made to assure that Sophie is taken care of. His plans to come in, set up her finances, find her a husband and head back to the war came to a screeching halt when he took one look at his best friend’s sister, but he is not the marrying kind and survivor’s guilt as well as the lure of battle cause him to make some seriously bad assumptions, as well as actions that will ruin Sophie. He never expected his heart to get involved or the strong-willed woman to challenge him every step of the way.
TAMING AN UNREPENTANT EARL by Tammy Andresen seemed just a little different from her previous books! Instead of the rakish hero, we have a man who, quite frankly, was hard for me to like until well into this quick read. Sophie is ahead of her time, intelligent and bit daring and I adored her! I was rooting for her all the way to prevail! To say she proves that a hard-headed woman is more than a match for any man, would be an understatement!
Another slightly spicy, fun read from Tammy Andresen!
I received a complimentary ARC edition from Tammy Andresen! This is my honest and voluntary review!
Series: Taming the Duke's Heart - Book 10
Publisher: Swift Romance Publishing Corp. (August 13, 2019)
Publication Date: August 13, 2019
Genre: Historical Romance
Available from: Amazon
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Harold Maddox was gravely injured the day Sophie’s brother gave his life to save his best friend. Now Harold must fulfill the promise he made to assure that Sophie is taken care of. His plans to come in, set up her finances, find her a husband and head back to the war came to a screeching halt when he took one look at his best friend’s sister, but he is not the marrying kind and survivor’s guilt as well as the lure of battle cause him to make some seriously bad assumptions, as well as actions that will ruin Sophie. He never expected his heart to get involved or the strong-willed woman to challenge him every step of the way.
TAMING AN UNREPENTANT EARL by Tammy Andresen seemed just a little different from her previous books! Instead of the rakish hero, we have a man who, quite frankly, was hard for me to like until well into this quick read. Sophie is ahead of her time, intelligent and bit daring and I adored her! I was rooting for her all the way to prevail! To say she proves that a hard-headed woman is more than a match for any man, would be an understatement!
Another slightly spicy, fun read from Tammy Andresen!
I received a complimentary ARC edition from Tammy Andresen! This is my honest and voluntary review!
Series: Taming the Duke's Heart - Book 10
Publisher: Swift Romance Publishing Corp. (August 13, 2019)
Publication Date: August 13, 2019
Genre: Historical Romance
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
August 14, 2019
Taming an Unrepentant Earl is the tenth book in Tammy Andresen’s Taming the Heart series, and like the prior books in the series it works perfectly fine as a standalone story. You get a bit more enjoyment if you’ve read the other books, simply due to the appearance of characters from the prior stories, but it is not a necessity to enjoy this one.
I’m going to be completely honest and say this one isn’t quite a full four-star rating. It was close enough for me to round up, but early in the story it did take me a while to get into it and I wasn’t completely won over until things started to get going. It’s certainly a great addition, a must read for those who have enjoyed the prior books, but it’s not my favourite in the series.
As always, Tammy Andresen packs plenty into a short read. There is a lot to enjoy throughout this one, with the story and characters keeping you hooked throughout. I will say, I’m extra curious about the possibility for the next book in the series, as I came to really enjoy a couple of the side characters and would love to see how their story plays out.
Overall, another fun addition to the Taming the Heart series.
I’m going to be completely honest and say this one isn’t quite a full four-star rating. It was close enough for me to round up, but early in the story it did take me a while to get into it and I wasn’t completely won over until things started to get going. It’s certainly a great addition, a must read for those who have enjoyed the prior books, but it’s not my favourite in the series.
As always, Tammy Andresen packs plenty into a short read. There is a lot to enjoy throughout this one, with the story and characters keeping you hooked throughout. I will say, I’m extra curious about the possibility for the next book in the series, as I came to really enjoy a couple of the side characters and would love to see how their story plays out.
Overall, another fun addition to the Taming the Heart series.
August 13, 2019
Can two persons with different agenda find a truce and maybe more together.
I do love Tammy Andresen’s work, she writes witty fast paced stories with dashing broken heroes and no-weak heroines with a steak of stubbornness.
Here, Harry has only one purpose, dispose as expeditiously as possible of his newly appointed ward and go back to the battlefields.
The problem is his ward is no destitute young miss, she is woman who would not bend to his demand as she has dimes of her own.
Sophie does not possess the classical beauty of her cousin but her inner strength and vitality irradiate and make her shine, more specifically in Harry’s eyes.
They share an instant chemistry which heats up a room when they are together, but it seems as always both are too blinded by their own tumults to sense it.
They will need facing ruin and kin’s intermediaries to understand what they have together and decide if they could wager on a future together.
4.5 stars for this sizzling read.
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I do love Tammy Andresen’s work, she writes witty fast paced stories with dashing broken heroes and no-weak heroines with a steak of stubbornness.
Here, Harry has only one purpose, dispose as expeditiously as possible of his newly appointed ward and go back to the battlefields.
The problem is his ward is no destitute young miss, she is woman who would not bend to his demand as she has dimes of her own.
Sophie does not possess the classical beauty of her cousin but her inner strength and vitality irradiate and make her shine, more specifically in Harry’s eyes.
They share an instant chemistry which heats up a room when they are together, but it seems as always both are too blinded by their own tumults to sense it.
They will need facing ruin and kin’s intermediaries to understand what they have together and decide if they could wager on a future together.
4.5 stars for this sizzling read.
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August 7, 2019
4.5 Stars
Thanks to his bravery, and subsequent injury on the battlefield, Harold Maddox has been given an earldom and is home to convalesce from his hip injury. After the loss of his best friend, he’s promised to care for Chesterfield’s sister, Miss Sophia Chesterfield. And he’s promised himself once he’s healed, he’ll avenge his friend’s death by returning to continue fighting the French. The problem is that Sophie is far too beautiful for him to remain indifferent and her sharp tongue riles him in all sorts of interesting ways.
Sophie Chesterfield wouldn’t marry at all except that she can’t very well have a baby without a husband. What she needs is a nice quiet man who causes little interruption in her orderly life. And that man is definitely not Lord Ridgeby. From the moment the man enters her house is a force of destruction on her quiet life.
Yet another unputdownable read from the author, which once again I read in a sitting. Very strong characters & a well written story made an afternoon fly by. I loved the banter between Harry & Sophie, their attraction sizzled from their first meeting. This book could be read on its own but the whole series is really good
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
Thanks to his bravery, and subsequent injury on the battlefield, Harold Maddox has been given an earldom and is home to convalesce from his hip injury. After the loss of his best friend, he’s promised to care for Chesterfield’s sister, Miss Sophia Chesterfield. And he’s promised himself once he’s healed, he’ll avenge his friend’s death by returning to continue fighting the French. The problem is that Sophie is far too beautiful for him to remain indifferent and her sharp tongue riles him in all sorts of interesting ways.
Sophie Chesterfield wouldn’t marry at all except that she can’t very well have a baby without a husband. What she needs is a nice quiet man who causes little interruption in her orderly life. And that man is definitely not Lord Ridgeby. From the moment the man enters her house is a force of destruction on her quiet life.
Yet another unputdownable read from the author, which once again I read in a sitting. Very strong characters & a well written story made an afternoon fly by. I loved the banter between Harry & Sophie, their attraction sizzled from their first meeting. This book could be read on its own but the whole series is really good
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
August 14, 2019
A story that made my heart smile and melt a little at the same time! Our hero, Captain Maddox, had a no nonsense plan to carry out and his first stop was to visit the sister of his friend who had died saving him on the battlefield. He would get her settled in one of his sister's houses that took in women to help them learn skills to go out into society. To say he was almost stunned when he saw beautiful Sophie was an understatement.
Sophie was so excited when she heard Captain Maddox give his name at the door to her butler. She had heard so much about him from her brother's letters. What her brother had failed to tell her was that he was "handsome as sin with overlong dark hair and a square jaw in a devil-may-care sort of fashion. Dark eyes and full sensuous lips that started a riot in her belly." Wowza!! Fan please!
In typical Tammy Andresen style, a wonderful story that I absolutely could not put done once I turned the first page!! I adore these unexpected attractions that cannot be denied! So much for Captain Maddox's plan!
Sophie was so excited when she heard Captain Maddox give his name at the door to her butler. She had heard so much about him from her brother's letters. What her brother had failed to tell her was that he was "handsome as sin with overlong dark hair and a square jaw in a devil-may-care sort of fashion. Dark eyes and full sensuous lips that started a riot in her belly." Wowza!! Fan please!
In typical Tammy Andresen style, a wonderful story that I absolutely could not put done once I turned the first page!! I adore these unexpected attractions that cannot be denied! So much for Captain Maddox's plan!
August 20, 2019
The Inherited Wife👰
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When Alfred, Lord Harry's best friend and fellow officer, is killed by cannon fire in France, Harry🐺🍆⛲🔪🔫 is duty bound to care for Alfred's sister, Sophie💃💋. Harry🐺🍆⛲🔪🔫 is wounded too, but was saved from death by Alfred. The Prince 👑Regent awards Harry🐺🍆⛲🔪🔫 an Earldom for his bravery, and brings him back to England to heal.
However his idea to put Sophie💃💋 and her cousin, Danielle, in a home for destitute ladies, won't fly. With her inheritance, Sophie💃💋 has enough money to live a decent life, keep her home, and she wants to get married, too.
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August 13, 2019
Taming An Unrepentant Earl is a fantastic historical romance by Tammy Andresen. Ms. Andresen has delivered a book that is well-written and loaded with lovable characters. Harry is recovering from being wounded in battle. Alfred, the man that saved his life, and lost his own, asked that Harry take care of his sister. Alfred's sister, Sophie, had a house that was paid for and enough money to support her and her cousin for their lifetime. But Sophie wanted more, a husband and children. Harry and Sophie's tale is loaded with drama, humor, sizzle and action. I enjoyed reading Taming An Unrepentant Earl and look forward to my next book by Tammy Andresen. Taming An Unrepentant Earl is book 10 of the Taming the Duke's Heart Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book that I received from a third party. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book that I received from a third party. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
August 15, 2019
This was an enjoyable read. Captain Harold Maddox meets Miss Sophia Chesterfield, as the result of a dying request from his friend. Harold has fixed ideas for Sophia’s future. However, Sophia is not what Harold expects, she has her own ideas and is more than a match for him. She is bold and independent. I liked the way they got to know each other and the family’s involvement. However, there are problems that need to be resolved. An entertaining read. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
August 13, 2019
Taming an Unrepentant Earl is the tenth book of the Taming the Duke’s Heart Series but can be read as a stand-alone. This book grabs your attention and keeps it! Captain Harold “Harry” Maddox injured his leg while in the army and is home to recover. His best friend, Alfred Chesterfield, died shielding Harry from cannon fire. Harry planned on honoring his promise to Alfred to make provisions for his sister, Sophie, by taking her to one of the women’s home his sister had started. Then he plans to recover and to go back to the front line of war. Before entering the army, he lead a carefree life but the army gave him a purpose and he was determined to go back. He was not expecting Sophie to be so beautiful or to have her own plans! Sophie had been handling her own affairs for some time and intended to finding a husband for herself and then one for her cousin, Danielle. All she needs is a guardian to introduce her to some gentlemen. She definitely was not going along with Harry's plan! Harry's family arrive to help introduce Sophie to potential husbands. Harry has to make the choice of going back to war or staying to marry Sophie and manage his new earldom. I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
September 29, 2019
Oh my, what a lovely story. I am so into reading Tammy Andresen. I loved it - and what a great series! 5☆
July 10, 2021
Taming the Unrepentant Earl
I have not read anything that Tammy Andersen has written that I don't like, epically this book. I think this love story is everything you could in a book about a man and woman finding love. I would recommend this book to anyone.
I have not read anything that Tammy Andersen has written that I don't like, epically this book. I think this love story is everything you could in a book about a man and woman finding love. I would recommend this book to anyone.
August 4, 2019
Captain Harold "Harry" Maddox has temporarily returned home to recover from injuries he suffered in the war. He has also just been given the title of Earl of Ridgely by the Prince Regent for Harry's valor on the battlefield. His best friend, Alfred Chesterfield, saved Harry's life by pushing out of the way of cannon fire - Alfred died & Harry received shrapnel all over his body but his hip was damaged the most. Harry received a letter while in the hospital that Alfred had written, asking Harry to see that provisions were made for his sister.
Miss Sophia "Sophie" Chesterfield had recently lost her aunt & brother, Alfred & had been left a house & some money that she & her cousin, Danielle & a few servants were living in. She was enjoying the independence of running a household & being free to do as she chose in the small seaside village of Capel-le-Ferne. She was a force to be reckoned with & her outspoken manner & strength of character has thrown Harry for a loop - he was expecting a homely, quiet lady & Sophie was completely opposite of those expectations.
This was not going to be an easy endeavor - not only was she fighting him on all the reasons he needed to help her find a gentleman & settle down but he found himself attracted to her & that could not happen. Sophie & Harry have a lot of bantering, down right arguments, some romantic moments & finally the reason Harry had come to her - she will be settled & married. I really enjoyed the story & the characters from earlier books make appearances & a couple of new ones surface to make this a fun read. I was gifted the Advanced Reader Copy of this book & all of the opinions are my own & have been voluntarily given.
Miss Sophia "Sophie" Chesterfield had recently lost her aunt & brother, Alfred & had been left a house & some money that she & her cousin, Danielle & a few servants were living in. She was enjoying the independence of running a household & being free to do as she chose in the small seaside village of Capel-le-Ferne. She was a force to be reckoned with & her outspoken manner & strength of character has thrown Harry for a loop - he was expecting a homely, quiet lady & Sophie was completely opposite of those expectations.
This was not going to be an easy endeavor - not only was she fighting him on all the reasons he needed to help her find a gentleman & settle down but he found himself attracted to her & that could not happen. Sophie & Harry have a lot of bantering, down right arguments, some romantic moments & finally the reason Harry had come to her - she will be settled & married. I really enjoyed the story & the characters from earlier books make appearances & a couple of new ones surface to make this a fun read. I was gifted the Advanced Reader Copy of this book & all of the opinions are my own & have been voluntarily given.
August 13, 2019
A delightfully warm romance, this book ticked all the right boxes for me. Harry has been given leave to allow his war injury to heal and he takes the opportunity to visit the sister of the friend who gave his life to save Harry's. He is partly driven by survivor guilt and partly by the need to do the right thing for his friend. Harry discovers that Chesterfield's little sister isn't a vapid, silly young miss, but a beautiful, competent and witty young woman. Their attraction is instant, but Harry makes it very clear that the moment his wounds have healed, he intends going back to the war. It takes his younger, irresponsible brother to talk sense into him and he sets out to win Sophie over, but not without having to face new dangers on her behalf. This is a well-written novel and characters from previous books in the series appear in this one too. However, it is a standalone and comes to a happy conclusion. I received a copy of this book as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
August 3, 2019
I have to admit I sat down and read this right after getting it. I’m kind of a sap for the old fashioned love stories with women who are stronger than society deems respectable. Sophie is one of those women. And Harry is a strong man with lots of ideas about what his future holds until she comes into the picture. She just wrecks all his plans. Which I loved! I enjoyed reading the entire thing. Seeing their relationship bloom was quite enjoyable.
September 23, 2019
HONOR, LOVE & FUTURE
4 STARS awarded to Tammy's writing on Harry & Sophie's blundering into love. These two are splendid in declaring loudly to all they prize their indepence to govern their individual life as they see fit. Of course while each one secretly desires the other pasisionly and jealously. So, it is excitingly wonderful to read as Harry tries to let his hip recuperate; the sexual tension and love light up between these two strong people.
4 STARS awarded to Tammy's writing on Harry & Sophie's blundering into love. These two are splendid in declaring loudly to all they prize their indepence to govern their individual life as they see fit. Of course while each one secretly desires the other pasisionly and jealously. So, it is excitingly wonderful to read as Harry tries to let his hip recuperate; the sexual tension and love light up between these two strong people.
August 15, 2019
This is a sweet love story with two headstrong characters. The book kept me hooked 'til the very end. Loved the way the villain got what he had coming. And what did I learn from the story? The Army is not everything. Sometimes you have to let go. It's a great read and highly recommended.
September 1, 2019
I enjoyed this story, although it felt like it moved along faster than is believable. I liked Harry's character development from start to finish, and Sophie is independent and endearing.
I received a free copy in exchange for my honest review.
I received a free copy in exchange for my honest review.
January 7, 2020
Prepare to fall in love
I absolutely loved Sophie and Harry from the very start! Beautiful, funny dialogue that ignites into passionate interludes made this a HEA I devoured from start to finish! I look forward to Danielle and Drew getting their own HEAs next.
I absolutely loved Sophie and Harry from the very start! Beautiful, funny dialogue that ignites into passionate interludes made this a HEA I devoured from start to finish! I look forward to Danielle and Drew getting their own HEAs next.
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August 17, 2019DNF.
PRETTY GAL MEETS HANDSOME WAR VETERAN.
SOUNDS GOOD? It was merely average, the chemistry didn't entice.
I got bored even before the first kiss.
PRETTY GAL MEETS HANDSOME WAR VETERAN.
SOUNDS GOOD? It was merely average, the chemistry didn't entice.
I got bored even before the first kiss.
August 18, 2019
Romance
Thank you for sharing these wonderful romance novels series books. Please keep writing more of these wonderful books. Thank you
Thank you for sharing these wonderful romance novels series books. Please keep writing more of these wonderful books. Thank you
September 20, 2019
I'm curious to know if their will be a book for Drew. Also, I'm pretty sure he was never mentioned before this book. 🤷♀️ I also would like to see a book for Danielle.
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