A Beastly Kind of Earl
Longhope Abbey, Book .5
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A Beastly Kind of Earl
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Narrated by:
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Kate Reading
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By:
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Mia Vincy
About this listen
An outcast fighting for her future....
Thea Knight loves a spot of mischief. She especially loves her current mischief: masquerading as her sister, while finalizing her scheme to expose the dastardly knaves whose lies ruined her life.
Then big, bad-tempered Lord Luxborough upends her game by maneuvering her into marriage. But it's her sister’s name on the license, so the marriage won’t be valid. Thea’s idea? Keep pretending to be her sister until she can run away.
A recluse haunted by his past....
Rafe Landcross, Earl of Luxborough, has no love for mischief. Or marriage. Or people, for that matter. The last thing he wants is a wife - but if he marries, he’ll receive a large sum of much-needed money.
Then he learns that Thea Knight is using a false name. Rafe’s idea? Pretend he doesn’t know her true identity, marry her, and send her packing once the money is his.
A compelling attraction that changes their lives
But as passion ignites and secrets emerge, the mutual deception turns tricky fast. Rafe and Thea face irresistible temptations, unsettling revelations, and a countdown to the day when Thea must leave....
Fun, tender, and steamy, this Gothic-flavored historical romance tells of a fake marriage between a grumpy, scarred hero and a trickster heroine who reminds him how to play.
©2019 Inner Ballad Press (P)2019 Audible, Inc.The Earl starts off quite selfish, but as his backstory unfolds, it becomes clear that he is deeply damaged and struggles with self-hate. Watching him gradually learn to forgive himself was both poignant and rewarding. On the other hand, Thea, the heroine, is a delightful character—she's hilarious, brave, and strong. Yet, her experiences of rejection have made her doubt her own worthiness of love. I truly empathized with her journey and found myself wishing for her to recognise that she absolutely deserves happiness.
The book delves into themes surrounding mental health and societal acceptance. There's an undercurrent of sadness as we see characters grappling with societal expectations and the challenges of being different. In particular, the subplot involving a husband desperately trying to simply make his wife happy resonated with me and highlighted the ongoing struggles of living with mental illness that are still relevant today. While the historical context may be reimagined, it provides a sense of solace in a world that can often feel just as harsh.
One of my favorite aspects of the story is Thea’s delightful quirkiness. Her amusing moments, particularly when she insists that certain things must be true simply because she imagined them, added a touch of levity to the narrative. Additionally, the first intimate scene between her and the Earl was beautifully portrayed, capturing the tenderness and emotional depth that both characters deserved.
I highly recommend "A Beastly Kind of Earl" to anyone who enjoys historical romance, especially those who appreciate a modern feminist perspective on traditional narratives. It’s a book that thoughtfully addresses important issues while delivering a compelling love story. I wouldn’t change a thing about it; it left a profound impression that I will carry with me long after reading.
perfection
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An enjoyable, modern historical book. Within its small group of characters it finds a place for gender, sexuality and cultural diversity in a way that remains appropriate to the setting. The male lead puts up with and openly supports the antics or the female lead and his household in a way that speaks very well for him.
The female character is not entirely enjoyable at the beginning but as she stops trying to prove everybody around her is out to ruin her day she improves with time. Given half stars I would give this a 4.5 but that is not an option so I've rounded up to 5.
The reading was quite good, I listened to it at about double time speed because it is quite slow paced and well announciated.
Delightful Historical Romance
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So much comedy, banter, sizzle, love and intrigue, it's completely addictive and life-affirming. I adore the way Vincy manages to bring just the right amount of character depth and plot complexity with a fun and light, slightly ironic self-awareness. It's a perfect remedy to the dull monotony of real life! I've listened to all three in the series twice now and enjoy noticing more detail and interconnection every time.
The series is perfectly matched with Kate Reading's delicious narration, with her funny and endearing voices for each character, and her clever ability to seamlessly guide you through the difference between what is internalised and out-loud. Her pace, comic timing, ability to flip from one character to another in rapid succession and her unique English accent are a compelling and engaging mix.
Thank you Vincy and Reading!!! Can't wait for more!
Longhope Abbey series - a perfect remedy
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Great Story
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A Good Story
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