Loving A Lost Lord (Kindle Edition)

by Mary Jo Putney (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Starred Review. The enchanting first Lost Lords novel confirms bestseller Putney (The Marriage Spell) as a major force in historical romance. In early 19th-century northern England, Mariah Clarke inherits beautiful Hartley Manor. George Burke, Hartley's former owner, claims that Mariah's father won the estate by cheating at cards and attempts to regain it by courting Mariah, who recklessly claims she's already married. When she rescues an amnesiac man from the sea, she sees her chance to make the lie true, naming him Adam and convincing him she's his wife. Sensual romance heats up between the couple until Mariah reluctantly reveals the truth. When she learns of Adam's real history, Mariah must make a terrible choice. Entrancing characters and a superb plot line catapult this tale into stand-alone status. (July)
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Product Description

In the first of a dazzling series, Mary Jo Putney introduces the Lost Lords-maverick childhood friends with a flair for defying convention. Each is about to discover the woman who is his perfect match-but perfection doesn't come easily, even for the noble Duke of Ashton. . .

Battered by the sea, Adam remembers nothing of his past, his ducal rank, nor of the shipwreck that almost claimed his life. However, he's delighted to hear that the golden-haired vision tending his wounds is his wife. Mariah's name and face may not be familiar, but her touch, her warmth, feel deliciously right. . .

When Mariah Clarke prayed for a way to deter a bullying suitor, she didn't imagine she'd find the answer washed ashore on a desolate beach. Convincing Adam that he is her husband is surprisingly easy. Resisting the temptation to act his wife, in every way, will prove anything but. And now a passion begun in fantasy has become dangerously real-and completely irresistible. . .

"Intoxicating, romantic and utterly ravishing..."-Eloisa James

Mary Jo Putney has made all of the national bestseller lists including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly. Five of her books have been named among the year's top five romances by The Library Journal, and three more made Booklist Top Ten Romance lists. A ten-time finalist for the Romance Writers of America RITA, she has won the honor twice and is on the RWA Honor Roll for bestselling authors. She has been awarded two Romantic Times Career Achievement Awards, four NJRW Golden Leaf awards, plus the NJRW career achievement award for historical romance. Though most of her books have been historical, she has also published three contemporary romances.

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 308 KB
• Print Length: 352 pages
• Publisher: Zebra (June 28, 2009)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B002D9ZKP6
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #9,298 in Kindle Store (See Bestsellers in Kindle Store)

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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not bad, but not good either., September 20, 2009

By	Mary Be. - See all my reviews

This review is from: Loving A Lost Lord (Lost Lords) (Paperback)

A game of cards goes awry, leaving George Burke in a state of frustration and believing he was cheated by the new owner's father. It is 1812 and, Mariah Clarke, the new owner of the stately manor in England, finds herself in a very awkward situation. It seems that, George Burke, wants his house returned and plans to force, Mariah, to marry him. A lie is told, however, claiming Mariah is already married. The seas were always a treacherous place, and no one knows that better than Adam. Adam is having difficulties remembering his past...or the shipwreck that almost took his life. He is, however, a man that will help Mariah out if her current predicament. Remember the lie she told about being married? Well, after rescuing the amnesic Adam from the shipwreck, she tells him they are married.

Unable to remember, Adam, believes her, and the two soon fall in love. A deceptive love, however, and she finally realizes it when she discovers Adam's true identity. It seems this mystery man is really the Duke of Ashton. How can she tell him? Their love was built on deception, and he'll surely want to leave her once the truth is told. What to do? I'll stop there so I don't spoil the story for you. The first half of the book really showcases Mary Jo Putney's talent as a writer. Yet, while the book has a great cast of characters...the story is rather predictable. The way Mariah is weaved to handle two different men - each with a his own agenda - is well-done, and moves the story along at a good pace. The book wasn't bad, but by no means was it good either. I would recommend some of Mary Jo's earlier work or JoAnna Wylde's beautifully written Price of Freedom or Price of Pleasure any of which will sink you into a richly detailed story.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Very Mediocre, August 12, 2009

By	Janet Samuels (Tempe, AZ United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Loving A Lost Lord (Lost Lords) (Paperback)

I've read all of Mary Jo Putney's historical books (as well as her recent magic-oriented books) and generally love most of them. I somewhat enjoyed the first half of this book --- which is why I gave it two stars. Even then, there was a little too much background information on all of the Duke's friends (I imagine this is because they'll each be getting a book of their own). The first half also has several plot holes (such as when she asks him if he speaks English and then announces they are married -- well, wouldn't you know that your husband speaks English???). However, the second half has so many coincidences and unbelievable twists that I came close to just giving up on it. I read thru to the end but it definitely DOES NOT compare with her early historicals -- read Dancing on the Wind or Shattered Rainbows for a true taste of Putney's ability to write good historical romance novels.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not as memorable as her other books, but still good, October 18, 2009

By	Elena Monteros - See all my reviews

This review is from: Loving A Lost Lord (Lost Lords) (Paperback)

I loved the idea of the story, quite liked the hero and the heroine, spent a nice cozy afternoon snuggled in my armchair with this book, so it fulfilled its mission :)