Nov 6, 2017 | Blog, Elizabeth Hoyt, November 2017
The Duke of Pleasure by Elizabeth Hoyt is taking the Ghost of St.Giles to a new level. This time, she;s one kick-ass protector! Thank you Elizabeth for bringing us Alf’s story in your world of adventure filled with romance hidden in the nooks and crannies of St. Giles.
Hugh Fitzroy has a mission, to uncover the secret society that preys on young children and women. Will he find love despite the tragic way his marriage ended? Can he trust anyone with his most precious possessions?
Alf has made a living helping to unlock secrets as she hides behind boys clothes, and those of the Ghost. When her heart discovers that it’s impossible to be satisfied with just one kiss, what will she do? Oh, I can’t wait for you to read this story. It’s thrilling with the perfect amount of secrets, adventure and the ending is absolutely satisfying.
Are you new to the series? Fear not dear readers this book can be read as a standalone but I think you will enjoy your reading pleasure more if you read the entire series in order. There are Eleven books to dive into. So, wherever you obtain your books from – library, bookstore or e-retailer, you can find them anywhere!
A spicy 2 1/2 pepper read and has enough heat to make you sizzle and is for mature readers 18+.
Author Info:
Elizabeth Hoyt is the New York Times bestselling author of over seventeen lush historical romances including the Maiden Lane series. Publishers Weekly has called her writing “mesmerizing.” She also pens deliciously fun contemporary romances under the name Julia Harper. Elizabeth lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with three untrained dogs, a garden in constant need of weeding, and the long-suffering Mr. Hoyt.
Website: https://elizabethhoyt.com
Oct 31, 2017 | Blog, Elizabeth Hoyt, October 2017
Duke of Desire is the twelfth book in the Maiden Lane series by Elizabeth Hoyt. While ech book can be read as a standalone I highly recommend reading this series in order for the full appreciation of Elizabeth’s magnificent storytelling.
Raphael de Chartres has one goal, to bring down the Lords of Chaos and he will stop at nothing until they are destroyed. The Lords of Chaos have haunted Raphael for decades and just when his goal is in sight, his plan is derailed.
Lady Iris Jordan must trust Raphael when he rescues her from impending harm. A plan is hatched and if she’s to stay alive, she must agree to Raphael’s demands. Can she trust the one man who could ruin her?
Dive into a story that is emotionally satisfying and everything readers expect from the Maiden Lane series. The trauma and tragedy that has plagued Raphael his entire life is what has driven him towards revenge. Will the years of plotting find him at the end of that road alive or dead? Will Iris fall for a man who is damaged or will she look beyond to the man he is today? What will happen when Raphael’s desire for Iris burns so hot that he’s forced to choose? Sometimes you can’t fight love and our dear hero will need to choose.
With the heat and intensity in this book I give it three Peppers as it’s pretty hot and might offend. For mature readers 18+
I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review.
Check out the Excerpt below and see for yourself.
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Iris held her head high as she stared at Raphael. “Why?”
“I’ve already told you why I choose not to have an heir. My reasons are—”
“Your reasons are patently ridiculous!” She’d raised her voice, but she couldn’t find it within herself to care. “You say you desire women, you kiss me twice, you have no struggle in becoming hard—”
Raphael closed his eyes, and a muscle jumped in his jaw. “Madam. Quit this line of questioning now, I beg of you, for if you do not, I shall not be responsible for the consequences.”
Iris watched him and saw a man with his temper barely leashed, his jaw hard as a rock, the muscles in his arms and shoulders bunched, his entire aspect so frozen he nearly shook.
He’d told her to stop. And she had—twice before. “I cannot quit my questions—I’m married to you. I have no other choice but you if I want to have children—and I do—therefore please explain to me why you won’t bed me. Why you think we shouldn’t make a child together.”
She had known that he could move quickly. Still it was a shock when she found herself pressed against the back of her seat, his face inches from hers.
“God’s blood, woman, how much control do you think I have?” he whispered, his clove-scented breath brushing her face. “You must think me a saint by the way you harangue me despite my warnings. Listen and listen well: I am no saint.”
“But I don’t need a saint,” she breathed, her voice trembling. “I don’t want a saint. I want you.”
“God forgive me,” he snarled, and pulled her mouth to his.
ICYMI: My previous reviews from this must read series…
The Duke of Sin
Darling Beast, Dearest Rogue, and Sweetest Scoundral
Thief of Shadows, Lord of Darkness, and The Duke of Midnight|
Coffee With Elizabeth Hoyt
Wicked Intentions, Notorious Pleasures, and Scandalous Desires
Author Info:
Elizabeth Hoyt is the New York Times bestselling author of over seventeen lush historical romances including the Maiden Lane series. Publishers Weekly has called her writing “mesmerizing.” She also pens deliciously fun contemporary romances under the name Julia Harper. Elizabeth lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with three untrained dogs, a garden in constant need of weeding, and the long-suffering Mr. Hoyt.
Website: https://elizabethhoyt.com
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May 27, 2016 | Blog, Elizabeth Hoyt, May 2016
A few years ago I magically found Wicked Intentions at my local library while browsing the stacks and discovered a world of action, adventure, romance and some incredible chemistry. From that moment forward, the world of Maiden Lane found a special place in my heart.
Within each book that was to follow I found the elusive Ghost of St. Giles that magically appeared, and a running theme of helping those less fortunate than yourself. This series has everything a loyal reader could ever want and more!
At the beginning of each chapter Elizabeth provides a few paragraphs of a carefully penned story that is vital to the novel and one that will leave you dreaming of fairy tales and far off places.
In anticipation of the release of The Duke of Sin next week I have devoted this week on the blog to highlighting each book in the series so far.
Today is my final post with a feature on the Duke of Sin
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The Duke of Sin by Elizabeth Hoyt is the tenth installment in the Maiden Lane series. Welcome to the world of secrets, games and fairy tales wrapped in a beautiful cover!
Bridget Crumb is the loyal housekeeper for a man who seek out the worst in people and holds those secrets for his gain. When circumstances force the Duke out of town, Bridget is left to manage his home and it leaves many questions unanswered. Intent of saving someone she loves from his wicked schemes she seeks out the truth from within the house. If her boss is away, why does she always feel like someone is watching her too?
Valentine Napier, the Duke of Montgomery has witnessed his share of horrific acts by men who were supposed to keep people safe. Now a grown man he is still on a quest to find out the truth to that painful night all those years ago. The grown Duke is not a man anyone wishes to cross and with his collection of secrets it could be disastrous for anyone who crosses him. Can the man who controls everything let himself be tamed? One question still haunts him, who is Bridget loyal too?
Growing up without love can destroy a man rendering himself unable to reciprocate when the opportunity presents itself. When Bridget sets out to fix the pain Val has inflicted, what will he do with the news of her betrayal? Is it really a betrayal if it’s with good intention?
Elizabeth has infused this story with redemption, honesty and love. When Val believes he is unable to be loved it is due to the knowledge of atrocious acts inflicted by those closest to him. The damaged is from witnessing the effect it had on the one person he cared about. Yet, years later, he hasn’t been broken. While he still carries that secret close to him it is out of love to protect his sister. It will take a strong woman to show him that he is worthy of love and affection with someone of his own.
Another captivating read from Elizabeth with attention to most intricate details. From the characters to the house Val lives in, this story is fantastic. There is a certain expectation when you sit down to read a Maiden Lane book. What is that dear reader? A great story infused with a magical fairytale of wisdom and truth, animals of all kinds, and absolute chemistry for our hero and heroine that sizzles.
Are you new to the series? Fear not dear readers this book can be read as a standalone but I think you will enjoy your reading pleasure more if you read the entire series in order. There are TEN books to dive into. So, wherever you obtain your books from – library, bookstore or e-retailer, you can find them anywhere!
A spicy 2 1/2 pepper read and has enough heat to make you sizzle and is for mature readers 18+.
Get your copy here and have it delivered to your e-reader before you wake up this Tuesday. A wonderful gift to yourself this holiday weekend.
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Excerpt:
Around back of the stables Bridget saw a group of boys surrounding something on the ground. As she gasped, a boy—a great big fellow, nearly as big as a man—drew back his leg and kicked.
The thing on the ground yelped.
“No!” Bridget shouted, but she was drowned out by a gunshot.
She turned to see the Duke of Montgomery, standing in his shirt-sleeves and pink embroidered waistcoat and breeches, hip cocked, a smoking pistol held almost negligently aloft in his left hand.
He smiled, as sweetly as an adder baring its fangs, at the boys. “Won’t you please vacate this area?”
The boys seemed frozen by surprise—or stark fear.
The duke tilted his head and his smile dropped from his face, leaving it blank—and somehow much more frightening. “Now.”
There was a mad scramble and then the mews was deserted save for her and the duke.
Bridget blinked and hurried to her little terrier, tied quite disgracefully by a cord around his neck to a stake in the ground. He lay on his side in the mud, but his tail thumped against the dirt when he saw her. He jumped to his feet, shaking himself, and tried to limp toward her, but was stopped by the cord.
She knelt in the mud and tried to pull the cord from his neck, but it had been tied terribly tight and her hands were shaking.
She felt the duke crouch behind her, his arms reaching around her, warm and hard, and felt a moment’s confusion before he leaned forward and murmured in her ear, “Here.”
He placed her opened chatelaine knife in her hands.
She took it gratefully. “Thank you.”
Carefully she cut the cord and picked up the little dog, his body warm and rather smelly in her arms.
The terrier immediately began licking her chin.
Bridget inhaled on a sob, even as she felt the brush of the duke’s tongue at the corner of her eye.
“Your tears taste like salvation.” His voice was deep, resonating against her back, and he almost sounded puzzled.
She shuddered, gasping, but didn’t dare look around, and then he was gone.
Biting her lips, she smoothed her hands over the dog’s small, wriggling body, trying to feel for broken bones. As far as she could tell, the terrier was bruised, but fine, although he had a bit of blood over one eye. He gazed up at her adoringly and it came to her all at once that his name was Pip.
Pip.
She looked up.
The duke was still there, watching her in the gloaming, his beautiful golden hair ablaze in the setting sun.
She cleared her throat. “I…thank you. For saving him.”
It was hard to tell his expression in the dim light, but she thought he smiled.
She still held Pip, loath to let him go. Would the boys find him again, perhaps kill him this time? “I…er…I didn’t know you liked dogs?”
“I don’t.” He shrugged. “But you do.”
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Author Info:
Elizabeth Hoyt is the New York Times bestselling author of over seventeen lush historical romances including the Maiden Lane series. Publishers Weekly has called her writing “mesmerizing.” She also pens deliciously fun contemporary romances under the name Julia Harper. Elizabeth lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with three untrained dogs, a garden in constant need of weeding, and the long-suffering Mr. Hoyt.
Website: https://elizabethhoyt.com
May 26, 2016 | Blog, Elizabeth Hoyt, May 2016
***** WINNER ***** WINNER ***** WINNER ******
The following lucky reader won the print copy of the Duke of Sin during my Coffee With Elizabeth Hoyt on Tuesday.
Congratulations breathelivelight !!!
Winner must comment by 9:30AM EST 5/27/16 or another name will be randomly selected.
Thank you to everyone who visited and commented during the Coffee With post.
Fear not dear readers, if you weren’t the lucky winner you can still pre-order your copy here – 
Duke of Sin (Maiden Lane)
Again, thank you to everyone who stopped by!
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A few years ago I magically found Wicked Intentions at my local library while browsing the stacks and discovered a world of action, adventure, romance and some incredible chemistry. From that moment forward, the world of Maiden Lane found a special place in my heart.
Within each book that was to follow I found the elusive Ghost of St. Giles that magically appeared, and a running theme of helping those less fortunate than yourself. This series has everything a loyal reader could ever want and more!
At the beginning of each chapter Elizabeth provides a few paragraphs of a carefully penned story that is vital to the novel and one that will leave you dreaming of fairy tales and far off places.
In anticipation of the release of The Duke of Sin next week I have devoted this week on the blog to highlighting each book in the series so far.
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Darling Beast is the seventh installment in the Maiden Lane series from Elizabeth Hoyt.
Lily Stump is an actress and hoping the theatre she’s decided to call home can open for business soon.
Apollo Greaves has escaped the worst place on earth – Bedlam and is hiding from everyone in the most obvious of places. What will happen when he is discovered by Lily? Can he keep his identity hidden and remain safe?
First encounters are everything in a book and when Lily and Apollo meet it’s perfect! Apollo isn’t ready to reveal everything to Lily despite his attraction for her or his desire to take but what is rightfully his. If he could just be left alone to focus on helping repair the gardens, instead things just became complicated.
Both Apollo and Lily have secrets that could impact them being together. What will Lily do when she discovers the real reason Apollo is at the theatre? Will the actress be able to give the performance of her career to protect Apollo and the theatre? Will Apollo find his voice to save himself?
Another sizzling addition to the Maiden Lane series that is full of what we expect in the Maiden Lane series with the characters we love and the ones who love them.
While this book can be enjoyed as a standalone, rejoice dear readers there are TEN to dive into! A spicy 2 1/2 pepper read and has enough heat to make you sizzle and is for mature readers 18+.
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Dearest Rogue is the eighth installment in the Maiden Lane series by Elizabeth Hoyt.
James Trevillion has been injured and the only job left is to protect his dear friends sister who happens to be going blind.
Phoebe Batten is trying to find her way and experience love. If only her family would stop being so overbearing and let her experience life. Just when she finally has a sense of normalcy someone threatens to destroy her world.
Can love find it’s way into a man who has given up on the very existence of it and a woman who deserves it?
While this book can be enjoyed as a standalone, rejoice dear readers there are TEN to dive into! A spicy 2 1/2 pepper read and has enough heat to make you sizzle and is for mature readers 18+.
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Sweetest Scoundrel is the ninth installment in the Maiden Lane series by Elizabeth Hoyt and the books just keep getting better and better. This book is also a finalist in the Romance Writers of America RITA 2016 awards in the Historical Short Category. Tune into www.rwa.org for a live feed on July 16th at 8PM PT to find out the winners!
Eve Dinwoody is the sister of the one man everyone fears. The man who desires everyone’s secrets. When Eve decides to take control of her estranged brother’s financial investments, she must tackle the theatre and it’s mysterious owner.
Asa Makepeace is focused on fixing his damaged theatre so that it can re-open on time. When Eve barges in and insists on meddling into his expenses and daily tasks, the tension heats up and the banter begins. Asa is about to lose everything unless he can convince Eve the reason why he ignored her numerous correspondences.
Even after Eve offers to give Asa money to finish the job, she has two conditions. Will he agree? Has she finally found a man she can trust?
Within this book is elements of child abuse, broken trust, secrets and how those who have been betrayed can rise up through it. There were parts of the story that were painful to read but add to the element of our characters and it is a topic that is usually brushed over. Well done Elizabeth for once again tackling the tough issues that plague our society.
Will Asa and Eve be able to rise above their family misfortune without her protective brother sabotaging it all? Will Asa be able to unlock the reason behind Eve’s traumatic past and survive to tell?
Discover the ghost in this book that will leave you loving once again the tale of Maiden Lane and the Ghosts we are all running from.
While this book can be enjoyed as a standalone, rejoice dear readers there are TEN to dive into! A spicy 2 1/2 pepper read and has enough heat to make you sizzle and is for mature readers 18+.
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ICYMI: Maiden Lane Blitz Day 1
ICYMI: Maiden Lane Blitz Day 2
ICYMI: Maiden Lane Blitz Day 3
Author Info:
Elizabeth Hoyt is the New York Times bestselling author of over seventeen lush historical romances including the Maiden Lane series. Publishers Weekly has called her writing “mesmerizing.” She also pens deliciously fun contemporary romances under the name Julia Harper. Elizabeth lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with three untrained dogs, a garden in constant need of weeding, and the long-suffering Mr. Hoyt.
Website: https://elizabethhoyt.com
May 25, 2016 | Blog, Elizabeth Hoyt, May 2016
A few years ago I magically found Wicked Intentions at my local library while browsing the stacks and discovered a world of action, adventure, romance and some incredible chemistry. From that moment forward, the world of Maiden Lane found a special place in my heart.
Within each book that was to follow I found the elusive Ghost of St. Giles that magically appeared, and a running theme of helping those less fortunate than yourself. This series has everything a loyal reader could ever want and more!
At the beginning of each chapter Elizabeth provides a few paragraphs of a carefully penned story that is vital to the novel and one that will leave you dreaming of fairy tales and far off places.
In anticipation of the release of The Duke of Sin next week I have devoted this week on the blog to highlighting each book in the series so far.
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Thief of Shadows is the fourth installment in the Maiden Lane series by Elizabeth Hoyt.
Another appearance by the infamous Ghost of St. Giles. This time, Isabel Beckinhall has just rescued him from certain death. While injured he’s still able to keep his identify a secret, but for how long?
Winter Makepeace runs the home for orphans insuring those without a home have a safe place to live and make something of their lives. What no one knows is the secret he carries to make sure that everyone is safe in their community. It’s a secret that could change everything and Isabel is one step closer to uncovering the truth.
There are many themes running throughout this book and one in particular regarding Winter that Elizabeth has placed tender detail into. I will not reveal because it adds so much to our hero and the story. I assure you that while I’ve read books that tackle this before, Elizabeth has truly outdone herself.
When the members of society wish for Winter to reform and acclimate himself into society Isabel is nominated to educate him. What happens when the teacher becomes the student? There are choices to be made, trust to be earned and love to be rewarded.
While this book can be enjoyed as a standalone, rejoice dear readers there are TEN to dive into! A spicy 2 1/2 pepper read and has enough heat to make you sizzle and is for mature readers 18+.
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Lord of Darkness is the fifth installment in the Maiden Lane series by Elizabeth Hoyt. Talk about a fabulous beginning, this book has it.
When the story opens we meet the Ghost of St. Giles and he’s in danger of being shot. The masked crusader has a secret and has little time to reveal his identify as he attempts to avoid death.
Lady Margaret Reading married for necessity and hasn’t seen her husband since they exchanged vows. Now, two years later Meg wants something and has returned. If only her husband was excited to see her. What will he do when he finds out the reason she returned, will he throw her out or give her what she wants?
Godric St. John is unclear why Meg suddenly wishes to be a wife now, two years is a long time to live separate lives. If Meg wants to talk he’s going to have to uncover her motives before it’s too late.
Both have had terrible loss, can they finally come to terms with their past and find comfort in each other? Will he change for her? Will he help her seek vengeance and find the man who destroyed her life all those years ago?
Whispers, rumors, mistaken identity all make a man, or woman, do unthinkable things.
Another must read that as a standalone with multiple story lines with characters the will weave in and out of each book to come in this must read series.
A spicy 2 1/2 pepper read and has enough
heat to make you sizzle and is for mature readers 18+.
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The Duke of Midnight is the sixth book in the Maiden Lane series by Elizabeth Hoyt.
Artemis Graves is on a quest to save her twin brother. The reason for his disappearance was due to false accusations but she must prove it if she’s to rescue him.
Maximus Batten is out to find the man responsible for his parents death. A death that has haunted him for decades. No child should have to carry that painful memory, so when he loses his fathers ring he’s wracked with pain.
When Artemis and Maximus cross paths she’s thrilled at what she’s uncovered and holds on to a piece of him for safe keeping. If only it were that easy ;).
Bound by duty, will Maximus cast her aside and follow his heart? Maximus has one goal, to find a murderer. When Artemis reveals the truth surrounding where Maximus ventures at night it becomes an intoxicating game of attraction, desire and duty.
With family depending on them and promises made, will they survive what lies ahead?
Oh what games we play Artemis 🙂 This strong heroine is just one of the many that are in this must read series and the chemistry between her and Maximus is fantastic.
A spicy 2 1/2 pepper read and has enough
heat to make you sizzle and is for mature readers 18+.
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ICYMI: Maiden Lane Blitz Day 2
In Yesterday’s Coffee With there is a giveaway for a print copy of the Duke of Sin. For a chance to win this must read book click on the link above for Day 2 and enter. One entry per person. Contest closes at 11:59 tonight!
Good luck to all.
About Author:
Elizabeth Hoyt is the New York Times bestselling author of over seventeen lush historical romances including the Maiden Lane series. Publishers Weekly has called her writing “mesmerizing.” She also pens deliciously fun contemporary romances under the name Julia Harper. Elizabeth lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with three untrained dogs, a garden in constant need of weeding, and the long-suffering Mr. Hoyt.
Website: https://elizabethhoyt.com
