Redeeming the Reclusive Earl by Virginia Heath
His heart is a fortress… And she’s trespassing!
After losing all he holds dear in a horrific fire, Max Aldersley, Earl of Rivenhall, shuns the world—until he catches Effie Nithercott digging holes on his estate! He banishes the intrepid archaeologist and the unsettled feelings she rouses within him. But she returns even more determined and infuriatingly desirable than before! He wonders just how deep she’s prepared to dig—so far she’ll reach the man beneath his scars?
Max
Aldersley, Earl of Rivenhall wants to live a quiet life and most
importantly, alone. After surviving a horrific
accident, leaving him physically scarred, he's withdrawn from society
after giving up his career at sea. Instead, he's found refuge at the
estate he's inherited from his uncle Richard. Unfortunately, much to
his irritation, he finds out a neighbour is trespassing his land.
Even worse, she's female.
Euphemia "Effie" Nithercott is passionate about what she believes in, and it's a lot! Highly intelligent, she spends her days excavating a site on Earl of Rivenhall's estate. That's until the new earl forbids her to continue her work. Frustrated by the new owner's lack of understanding, Effie won't take no for an answer. Infuriatingly, neither will back down from their opinion, but as time passes and the two spend more time together, each begins to understand the other's point of view.
I did foresee how the narrative would evolve, however, the author skilfully keeps readers enthralled with Effie and Max's relationship as it unfolds. It highlights the personal struggles the protagonists are suffering but as time passes, after many irritating conversations, both finally find common ground and mutual respect. It began as a battle of wills but thankfully ends in a meaningful and unexpected relationship. The dialogue clearly accentuates the frustration and determination of both perfectly. It's full of humour, compassion and empathy.
Encased in a well-thought-out plot, full of fascinating information and detail, Redeeming the Reluctant Earl is another fabulous novel by one of my favourite authors.
***arc generously received courtesy of Harlequin Historical via Rachel's Random Resources***
Euphemia "Effie" Nithercott is passionate about what she believes in, and it's a lot! Highly intelligent, she spends her days excavating a site on Earl of Rivenhall's estate. That's until the new earl forbids her to continue her work. Frustrated by the new owner's lack of understanding, Effie won't take no for an answer. Infuriatingly, neither will back down from their opinion, but as time passes and the two spend more time together, each begins to understand the other's point of view.
I did foresee how the narrative would evolve, however, the author skilfully keeps readers enthralled with Effie and Max's relationship as it unfolds. It highlights the personal struggles the protagonists are suffering but as time passes, after many irritating conversations, both finally find common ground and mutual respect. It began as a battle of wills but thankfully ends in a meaningful and unexpected relationship. The dialogue clearly accentuates the frustration and determination of both perfectly. It's full of humour, compassion and empathy.
Encased in a well-thought-out plot, full of fascinating information and detail, Redeeming the Reluctant Earl is another fabulous novel by one of my favourite authors.
***arc generously received courtesy of Harlequin Historical via Rachel's Random Resources***
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