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Showing posts with label Craven House. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Craven House. Show all posts

05/07/2018

The Gambler Wagers Her Baron (Craven House Series #4) by Christina McKnight. Historical Romance, Release & ARC Review.


Title: The Gambler Wagers Her Baron
Series: Craven House Series (Book Four)
Author: Christina McKnight
Genre: Historical Romance, Regency England
Release Date: June 26, 2018
Word Count: 97,000
Cover Artist: Sweet n’ Spicy Designs





When happily ever after is the name of the game, gamblers must risk it all in this emotional conclusion to Christina McKnight’s bestselling Craven House series

WAGERS GO AWRY

Payton Samuels has always known she wants more out of life than being the youngest daughter of the ton’s most disreputable family. While her siblings are content to bet their future happiness on marriage, Payton learned early on from her mother that love is fleeting and leads only to disappointment. She’s got a different plan: she’ll work as a governess for Baron Ashford’s children, but only long enough to win her fortune at one of his infamous masked gaming parties. When she loses big, Payton sees her chance at an independent life go up in flames—until Lord Ashford surprises her by paying her debts.

WHEN LOVE IS IN THE CARDS.

Since the tragic death of his wife, Damon Kinder, Lord Ashford, has been a man made of ice. His determination to never be hurt by love again runs so deep that he can’t even connect with his children. When they quickly take to Payton, he thinks he’s found a solution: she’ll give them the affection and support he can’t. As he spends more time around Payton, his heart begins to defrost, and he can’t stop thinking about the captivating governess.

But every seasoned gambler knows that eventually, luck runs out. Can two souls so burned by past loves forge a new future together?


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Payton Samuels has her life plan.  Move out from under the constant loving control of her siblings,  and start an independent life.  For that she needs work,  so she takes a job as a governess.  The family she works for have a big problem that maybe she can help with.  Her gambling will hopefully help with the funds she will need when it's time to move on.  
Damon Kinder,  Lord Ashford is still suffering from the death of his wife four years earlier.  He shuts himself away from everyone,  even his children. The only time he mixes with society is at the card playing evenings he runs at his house.  Even then he hides behind a mask.  
A very emotional romance between lonely people.  Wonderful characters that you will instantly fall in love with.  This book is part of a series of stand alone stories.  All of the ones I have read are just as good as this one.  I have loved them all and can't wait to read the rest of the series. 




Christina McKnight is a book lover turned writer. From a young age, her mother encouraged her to tell her own stories. She’s been writing ever since.

Christina enjoys a quiet life in Northern California with her family, her wine, and lots of coffee. Oh, and her books…don’t forget her books! Most days she can be found writing, reading, or traveling the great state of California.

You can visit her online at the following places:



23/02/2017

The Mistress Enchants Her Marquis (Craven House #2) by Christina McKnight. ARC Review & Giveaway.

 Title: The Mistress Enchants Her Marquis
Series: Craven House (Book Two)
Author: Christina McKnight
Genre: Historical Romance, Regency
Release Date: February 21, 2017


COURTSHIP WAS NEVER SO SCANDALOUS

The grandson of an unconventional marquis and son of a notorious woman, Elijah Watson, Marquis of Ridgefeld, has spent most of his life outside of London. His atypical upbringing has left him longing for roots and a traditional family life, and he’s determined to live his life above reproach. When he meets Miss Samantha Pengarden, he believes he’s found the woman he wants to marry—except she has other far more sensual ideas for him.

Known throughout the ton as the illegitimate rebellious daughter of London’s disreputable Craven House Madame, Samantha has never had to face the world without her shy twin by her side—until now. Her sister’s marriage and the return of her blackguard father leaves her alone and adrift. When Elijah agrees to escort her to the town’s most infamous establishments, she thinks she’s finally found a man with a taste for scandal and a knowledge of matters of the flesh.

But she never counted on Elijah being so honorable. When Samantha is listed as the mistress of the Marquis of Ridgefeld in White’s betting book, her reputation is in ruins—and only Elijah can save her. Can two total opposites come together for a love certain to last a lifetime?

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Elija Watson the Marquis of Ridgefield is still mourning his beloved grandfather.  The man was the only family he had,  and Elijah travelled the world with him.  Now all the mementos  they collected over the years will be donated to a museum.  
Miss Samantha Pengarden escaped the madness that her sister's wedding is causing, to walk in the countryside.  Unfortunately she didn't keep an eye on the weather. 
Our heroine comes from a scandalous family but is now being accepted because of their new connections.  For such a well travelled man, our hero is surprisingly shy and uncertain of himself.  
This latest addition to the series is lots of fun, and a few tears.  With our heroine and hero trying to fill the gaps in their hearts caused by abandonment.  I now have to go and read the first in the series.  A saucy and enjoyable read.  I loved it.  

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Miss Judith Pengarden and her twin sister have discovered that their unconventional family is in trouble with debt.  Their older siblings are doing all they can, so now it's up to them to help.  Unfortunately Judith only has one talent that can be of any use.  She can sneak in and out of places without getting caught.  
Simon Montgomery the Earl of Cartwright  collects and deals in antiquities.  He is desperately trying to recoup his family wealth after it was stolen by his uncle.  
Two good hearted people trying to save their families and getting deeper in trouble instead.  A sweet adventure for two innocents.  

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Author Bio:
Christina McKnight is a book lover turned writer. From a young age, her mother encouraged her to tell her own stories. She’s been writing ever since.

Christina enjoys a quiet life in Northern California with her family, her wine, and lots of coffee. Oh, and her books…don’t forget her books! Most days she can be found writing, reading, or traveling the great state of California.






You can visit her online at the following places:

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