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The Shadows #7
The Glorious Bastard
A Thief. A Liar. And the only man she ever loved.
William survived the streets of London on his own since he was a child. Deception, theft, and trickery were his only allies. He carved out every advantage with his own wit and cunning. So when he fell hopelessly in love with Victoria—a friend’s niece, and a princess!—he knew the only way to win her heart was by lying.
A princess without a country. A wife without a husband.
Victoria came to London hoping for an advantageous union. Instead, she was tricked into marriage by a bastard and a criminal. Now, she's determined to forget the arrogant husband she once loved. And that’s exactly when William waltzes back, determined to earn her heart and forgiveness.
But can he truly leave his life of deception behind and become the hero she needs? Or is he about to pull off the ultimate con?
William survived the streets of London on his own since he was a child. Deception, theft, and trickery were his only allies. He carved out every advantage with his own wit and cunning. So when he fell hopelessly in love with Victoria—a friend’s niece, and a princess!—he knew the only way to win her heart was by lying.
A princess without a country. A wife without a husband.
Victoria came to London hoping for an advantageous union. Instead, she was tricked into marriage by a bastard and a criminal. Now, she's determined to forget the arrogant husband she once loved. And that’s exactly when William waltzes back, determined to earn her heart and forgiveness.
But can he truly leave his life of deception behind and become the hero she needs? Or is he about to pull off the ultimate con?
349 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 31, 2023
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Sadie Bosque
41 books237 followersSadie Bosque is a steamy historical romance author. Surrounded by the enchantment of the historical setting, her love stories communicate to the modern reader through the experiences of her characters. The heroes and heroines of Sadie’s stories are flawed, imperfect creatures with big hearts. Sadie believes that a happily ever after has to be hard-earned. The trials and tribulations her characters go through make them stronger and make the HEA so much sweeter.
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November 9, 2023
Well William certainly lived up to his name among the nobility. The boo was reading as though no one had a care for the man and Victoria was hanging on by a thread of hope and forgiveness. The story brings a number of friends and family back to London to help the Princess survive what William has planned for Victoria. But as you read the story, it reads like a Romeo and Juliet. The scene of the first rescue attempt had me believing bandits are after Victoria. The story is entertaining for the readers. It’s a story about forgiveness and giving a marriage one more try. Its a good story. I loved all the characters. Some of the Nobility needs t be put into place. We will save that for Caroline. I like the book. Into next time my fellow readers. Read on!
November 2, 2023
I received an ARC of this book from the author. I haven’t read all of the books in this series, but it doesn’t matter. It’s essentially a standalone. This is the story of Princess Victoria of Russia and William Kensington (I’m not sure we ever learn his last name), bastard of the Duke of Kensington. They married two years ago, but William fled England after blackmailling a bunch of people, including Victoria’s friend Caroline’s uncle. Caroline is also married to William’s brother, the new Duke of Kensington. As a result of that blackmail, her uncle killed himself and Caroline blames William. The other reason he fled the country is because Victoria’s uncle challenged him to a duel because he married Victoria without permission and without revealing who he really was. In the duel, William stabs her uncle, but later explains it was in a place that wouldn’t cause any lasting damage. It’s a bit confusing.
The point is, William has been gone for two years, during which time, Victoria has convinced herself that she doesn’t love him and she will never forgive him for his deceit. Victoria feels that William lied to her because he got her to agree to marry him (in truth, she’s the one who pushed for it) without telling her he was a bastard. She doesn’t believe he ever really loved her, and she wants a divorce. Which is unlikely to be granted.
Now, William has returned to England, intent on convincing Victoria to love him again. In all the time he has been gone, he has only been able to dream of her. And by the way, they never consummated the marriage because their wedding night was interrupted by the whole duel-thing with her uncle. Circumstances arise that force them to spend time together, where Victoria learns a great deal about William and why he is the way he is. He never reveals the darkest parts of his history, but the reader has a pretty good idea of what happened.
I like the way the story is told, with each chapter as a countdown to William’s execution. It lends tension to the story, while also creating a mystery—because of course, this will have a happy ending, which means there can’t be an execution. But the reader doesn’t know why he will be imprisoned or how he will escape his fate.
There were some quotes that I really liked. For example, when William learns that Victoria plans to marry someone for the good of her family and realizes how selfless she is, he tells her, “...you were ready to set yourself aflame if it meant your family would be warm.” It’s a keen insight into the kind of person Victoria actually is, and it gives the reader hope that she will forgive him.
This exchange made me laugh. William is abducted and tries to disarm one of his kidnappers with his charm.: “I have a supper I am late to. If you’d care to unbind me, that would be lovely," William said saucily. “I wouldn’t hold your breath,” the man with the gun said, his foul breath hitting William’s face. “And yet, I can’t resist,” William said as he indeed held his breath so he wouldn’t cast up his accounts.
I enjoyed the story and I recommend reading it, and one of these days, I hope to get to the rest of the series.
The point is, William has been gone for two years, during which time, Victoria has convinced herself that she doesn’t love him and she will never forgive him for his deceit. Victoria feels that William lied to her because he got her to agree to marry him (in truth, she’s the one who pushed for it) without telling her he was a bastard. She doesn’t believe he ever really loved her, and she wants a divorce. Which is unlikely to be granted.
Now, William has returned to England, intent on convincing Victoria to love him again. In all the time he has been gone, he has only been able to dream of her. And by the way, they never consummated the marriage because their wedding night was interrupted by the whole duel-thing with her uncle. Circumstances arise that force them to spend time together, where Victoria learns a great deal about William and why he is the way he is. He never reveals the darkest parts of his history, but the reader has a pretty good idea of what happened.
I like the way the story is told, with each chapter as a countdown to William’s execution. It lends tension to the story, while also creating a mystery—because of course, this will have a happy ending, which means there can’t be an execution. But the reader doesn’t know why he will be imprisoned or how he will escape his fate.
There were some quotes that I really liked. For example, when William learns that Victoria plans to marry someone for the good of her family and realizes how selfless she is, he tells her, “...you were ready to set yourself aflame if it meant your family would be warm.” It’s a keen insight into the kind of person Victoria actually is, and it gives the reader hope that she will forgive him.
This exchange made me laugh. William is abducted and tries to disarm one of his kidnappers with his charm.: “I have a supper I am late to. If you’d care to unbind me, that would be lovely," William said saucily. “I wouldn’t hold your breath,” the man with the gun said, his foul breath hitting William’s face. “And yet, I can’t resist,” William said as he indeed held his breath so he wouldn’t cast up his accounts.
I enjoyed the story and I recommend reading it, and one of these days, I hope to get to the rest of the series.
November 6, 2023
Ever since we first met William and Victoria I’ve been dying to have the story. After William’s betrayal I was dying to see how they would come back together.
This was a unique refreshing change of scenery to the usual historical romances. It took a step away from the balls and frivolities of high society to give Victoria and William time and space to relearn their love for each other. The tower grew on me and I really liked seeing Victoria peel back William’s layers and learning more about his history to understand why he makes the decisions he does. I couldn’t help but feel for him and want him to get his HEA.
I enjoyed seeing their romance unfold and seeing Victoria adapt to her new circumstances. Their passion for one another is undeniable and we get some excellent spicy scenes! I really liked the way Bosque set out the plot giving us a count down to the end which added high stakes. I loved the snippets of the past we get and how that allowed us to see William more clearly.
Overall a great story that I couldn’t put down and read it one day! I’m so happy to have finally gotten these two and their unique story did their unconventional romance justice.
This was a unique refreshing change of scenery to the usual historical romances. It took a step away from the balls and frivolities of high society to give Victoria and William time and space to relearn their love for each other. The tower grew on me and I really liked seeing Victoria peel back William’s layers and learning more about his history to understand why he makes the decisions he does. I couldn’t help but feel for him and want him to get his HEA.
I enjoyed seeing their romance unfold and seeing Victoria adapt to her new circumstances. Their passion for one another is undeniable and we get some excellent spicy scenes! I really liked the way Bosque set out the plot giving us a count down to the end which added high stakes. I loved the snippets of the past we get and how that allowed us to see William more clearly.
Overall a great story that I couldn’t put down and read it one day! I’m so happy to have finally gotten these two and their unique story did their unconventional romance justice.
November 1, 2023
My love for villainous heroes really knows no bounds. When William was introduced in the third book of the series, I knew he was something special (technically he was very briefly mentioned at the end of book 2 but it was more because it was leading into book 3).
In the books in the series where William appears, he is doing bad things, but you can't help but feel a certain disappointment because you know he can be better. You're not disappointed because of the bad thing he did and it's effects on the MCs. You just want him to make better choices. It's not until William's book that you know he truly believes he is doing the best he can with the cards he's been dealt.
I got teary-eyed in several parts of this book.
Having raised traumatized children, I recognized the behavior and found myself wanting to gather fictional little William up so I could just pet him a bit - because Baby William deserved that and didn't get it.
The ending felt a bit rushed and somewhat too easy - but!!! I believe that when the series is complete and the entire thing is looked at as a whole , it will seem like a step towards the final conclusion. Also - maybe an extended epilogue will be written, and that will make things feel even more complete.
2 things -
1. Amy Sandas wrote a book - Reckless Viscount - where the MMC sold his 'services' to women of the ton. There is one particular scene in that book that shows how this kind of thing can be traumatic and that trauma affects the perception of reality. Sadie Bosque has brilliantly managed a very similar scene. I don't want to say a whole lot more to avoid spoilers - but these scenes are rarely seen in reference to the hero and his response to the trauma of being used as a body - where they feel their personhood is rejected (whether it is or isn't).
2. This story is mostly a standalone in an interconnected series. To really enjoy the book - at least start with Book 3. But love yourself enough to read the entire thing. Not all the storylines are resolved, and this lack of resolution impacts the end of this story. So don't be mad at the end because you have been warned!
In the books in the series where William appears, he is doing bad things, but you can't help but feel a certain disappointment because you know he can be better. You're not disappointed because of the bad thing he did and it's effects on the MCs. You just want him to make better choices. It's not until William's book that you know he truly believes he is doing the best he can with the cards he's been dealt.
I got teary-eyed in several parts of this book.
Having raised traumatized children, I recognized the behavior and found myself wanting to gather fictional little William up so I could just pet him a bit - because Baby William deserved that and didn't get it.
The ending felt a bit rushed and somewhat too easy - but!!! I believe that when the series is complete and the entire thing is looked at as a whole , it will seem like a step towards the final conclusion. Also - maybe an extended epilogue will be written, and that will make things feel even more complete.
2 things -
1. Amy Sandas wrote a book - Reckless Viscount - where the MMC sold his 'services' to women of the ton. There is one particular scene in that book that shows how this kind of thing can be traumatic and that trauma affects the perception of reality. Sadie Bosque has brilliantly managed a very similar scene. I don't want to say a whole lot more to avoid spoilers - but these scenes are rarely seen in reference to the hero and his response to the trauma of being used as a body - where they feel their personhood is rejected (whether it is or isn't).
2. This story is mostly a standalone in an interconnected series. To really enjoy the book - at least start with Book 3. But love yourself enough to read the entire thing. Not all the storylines are resolved, and this lack of resolution impacts the end of this story. So don't be mad at the end because you have been warned!
October 30, 2023
The Glorious Bastard Sadie Bosque
From a hellish start to life on the London streets William learnt to deceive and live as a criminal. Although the son of a duke he was illegitimate and on the outer with society. William survived much as a child. He is a scoundrel who thinks and acts in questionable ways. So then he fell hopelessly in love with Victoria. A beautiful spirited Russian princess. To have her heart he resorted to lying once again. Once they were married the truth came out and he lost her trust and love and was faced with permanent separation from the only woman he ever loved.
Victoria had come to London to make an advantageous union. Being tricked by William into marriage she was furious to find out he was a bastard and a criminal. Hard as it was she tried to forget the deceitful husband she once loved. So she then plans to get a lover, as husbands are not to be trusted. William though has never been very far away and surprisingly he arrives just in time to thwart her romantic desires.
Frustrated Victoria must regain her standing in society and so a plan is hatched bringing her together with her errant husband. Being thrown together shifts things. Slowly her defences are lowered. He has many challenging issues to deal with. They have moments of drama, angst and hot passion on their way to their HEA.
A wonderful read. Well done Sadie Bosque! I could not put it down until I finished.
From a hellish start to life on the London streets William learnt to deceive and live as a criminal. Although the son of a duke he was illegitimate and on the outer with society. William survived much as a child. He is a scoundrel who thinks and acts in questionable ways. So then he fell hopelessly in love with Victoria. A beautiful spirited Russian princess. To have her heart he resorted to lying once again. Once they were married the truth came out and he lost her trust and love and was faced with permanent separation from the only woman he ever loved.
Victoria had come to London to make an advantageous union. Being tricked by William into marriage she was furious to find out he was a bastard and a criminal. Hard as it was she tried to forget the deceitful husband she once loved. So she then plans to get a lover, as husbands are not to be trusted. William though has never been very far away and surprisingly he arrives just in time to thwart her romantic desires.
Frustrated Victoria must regain her standing in society and so a plan is hatched bringing her together with her errant husband. Being thrown together shifts things. Slowly her defences are lowered. He has many challenging issues to deal with. They have moments of drama, angst and hot passion on their way to their HEA.
A wonderful read. Well done Sadie Bosque! I could not put it down until I finished.
October 31, 2023
Holy Cow what an awesome read - it was longer than most books I am used to reading but I turned pages so quickly to find out what could possibly happen next & I literally could not put it down! The story follows the lives William and Victoria, a thief and a princess who are married by deception. It is set in England during a time of political turmoil, religious conflict, and social unrest. William and Victoria have to face many challenges and enemies, both external and internal, as they try to protect their love and their secrets.
The book is full of romance, love, sizzling passion, suspense, drama, humor, and emotion (I cried), as the author skillfully weaves together historical facts and fictional elements. The characters are complex and realistic, with flaws and strengths that make them human and relatable. The relationship between William and Victoria is intense and passionate, as they overcome their differences and learn to trust each other. The plot is fast-paced and unpredictable, with twists and turns that keep the reader hooked until the end. The historical setting is vividly portrayed and well-researched, creating a rich and immersive atmosphere. The Glorious Bastard is a must-read for fans of historical romance who are looking for a satisfying and thrilling story that will make them laugh, cry, and swoon. It is a glorious tribute to Sadie Bosque’s talent and skill as a writer. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
The book is full of romance, love, sizzling passion, suspense, drama, humor, and emotion (I cried), as the author skillfully weaves together historical facts and fictional elements. The characters are complex and realistic, with flaws and strengths that make them human and relatable. The relationship between William and Victoria is intense and passionate, as they overcome their differences and learn to trust each other. The plot is fast-paced and unpredictable, with twists and turns that keep the reader hooked until the end. The historical setting is vividly portrayed and well-researched, creating a rich and immersive atmosphere. The Glorious Bastard is a must-read for fans of historical romance who are looking for a satisfying and thrilling story that will make them laugh, cry, and swoon. It is a glorious tribute to Sadie Bosque’s talent and skill as a writer. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 3, 2023
This is a totally gripping story from beginning to end. I hadn't read the other books in the series but I will go back and read them now. From the beginning you realise William had a very tough childhood and he falls totally in love with Victoria. Victoria struggles because William is not honest about what he has been through. It is a great ending.
April 22, 2024
Can't wait to read the rest of this series.
I have not read the rest of this series, and I still loved this book. From the very first chapter, I adored William. The pearl necklace scene is smoking hot! Super engaging read.
I have not read the rest of this series, and I still loved this book. From the very first chapter, I adored William. The pearl necklace scene is smoking hot! Super engaging read.
November 9, 2023
Dreams Come True
This has been my favorite book. So much hurt, feeling and desires wrapped around one Princess. William dreamed of a home filled with love and his Princess was all his dreams and his dreams came to life with his rescue. Love, love the characters and their challenges!
This has been my favorite book. So much hurt, feeling and desires wrapped around one Princess. William dreamed of a home filled with love and his Princess was all his dreams and his dreams came to life with his rescue. Love, love the characters and their challenges!
January 5, 2024
A man who has learned to lie, cheat, steal and blackmail to survive the dangers of his childhood and thrive into adulthood. But he has never lied about his love for her and his earnestness in proving himself to her leaps from the pages. Meanwhile, she struggles to reconcile the man she loves with the man of his nefarious background. Bottom line is, do they love and trust each other completely despite everything? It is so easy to side with the hero and sympathize with the heroine. Excellent read!
I received an ARC of this book and leaving my review voluntarily.
I received an ARC of this book and leaving my review voluntarily.
November 13, 2023
Thanks to the author, Sadie Bosque, for an ARC of this story and this is my freely given opinion.
This is the story of the princess Victoria and her misbegotten marriage to William, the bastard brother of the Duke of Kensington. A few years before, when Sebastian, the Marquess of Roth, brings his family to England, to debut his niece, Victoria, hoping to contract an advantageous marriage for her, she has her head turned by a handsome man, William, who tells her he is the son of a duke. While he does not outright lie, he does obscure the truth, and seduces Victoria into wedding him secretly. But before he has a chance to whisk her off as his wife, he is exposed by their family and Victoria leaves him, keeping their wedding secret.
In the years between then, and now, William and Victoria are apart, and he continues to live the life of a thieving scoundrel, including blackmailing various members of the aristocracy, including friends of Victoria's family. Needless to say, he is not making himself well loved by her or her friends.
In this book, we get some more of the background as to what made William what he is, and why he did what he did. But make no mistakes - William is a bastard, and he is a thieving scoundrel. What he is also is a man who fell in love with Victoria at first sight and did what he could to have her. Even when she left him, he was always near and watching, hoping one day she would accept and love him for what he is also.
Victoria is conflicted because she was raised as royalty with expectations of making a politically advantageous marriage and helping her sister rule in Russia. This was all stolen from her by William's actions, and she is stuck. While she has hidden her marriage, she cannot proceed to make another match.
Finally she and her family come to the conclusion that rather hide their relationship, they should expose her marriage to William, and control the narrative, and eventually manipulate the optics and have it lead to a divorce, allowing her to be free to wed someone else. While it would lead to a scandal, she is wealthy royalty and can weather things better than most. When she approaches William to propose this plan, he manipulates things to his advantage, and forces her to live with him for 3 months, hoping that in that time, she will grow to love and want him. Their relationship is contentious as Victoria fights her attraction to her charming, and surprising rogue of a husband, and discovering his hidden depths.
While this is going on, various members of the aristocracy are being murdered and William is forced to deal with some aspects of his past, which makes him a prime suspect in the murders. Things come to a head for William when he comes to the conclusion that, despite his overwhelming love from the very beginning, he believes that Victoria cannot accept him for what he is, and he is captured and jailed for the murders. Victoria finally sees the truth of how she feels and what she truly wants when she faces the risk of losing William.
There was a lot of angsty give and take between Victoria and William, considering how truly villainous William has come across from the beginning. While he attests to not having ever lied to her - technically - their entire relationship was based on his playing on her presumptions and not revealing the bald truths, but manipulating her, because of his love and desire for her. I found it hard to warm to him, despite all the other things he does, and how hard his life was, because it felt like he was too manipulative of Victoria and their relationship - but then wanting her to love and accept him as is when their entire relationship came about because of his intentional obscurification.
What was somewhat redeeming was the little ways he shows he loves and cares for her, as they live together - small proofs that he did not manipulate the marriage for her wealth or to gain entry and acceptance in Society.
Other than that, it was a good story with the various little intrigues and the various other relationships amongst their peers and relations, and how they came together to support Victoria, and ultimately help William and her in the end.
3.5 stars out of 5
This is the story of the princess Victoria and her misbegotten marriage to William, the bastard brother of the Duke of Kensington. A few years before, when Sebastian, the Marquess of Roth, brings his family to England, to debut his niece, Victoria, hoping to contract an advantageous marriage for her, she has her head turned by a handsome man, William, who tells her he is the son of a duke. While he does not outright lie, he does obscure the truth, and seduces Victoria into wedding him secretly. But before he has a chance to whisk her off as his wife, he is exposed by their family and Victoria leaves him, keeping their wedding secret.
In the years between then, and now, William and Victoria are apart, and he continues to live the life of a thieving scoundrel, including blackmailing various members of the aristocracy, including friends of Victoria's family. Needless to say, he is not making himself well loved by her or her friends.
In this book, we get some more of the background as to what made William what he is, and why he did what he did. But make no mistakes - William is a bastard, and he is a thieving scoundrel. What he is also is a man who fell in love with Victoria at first sight and did what he could to have her. Even when she left him, he was always near and watching, hoping one day she would accept and love him for what he is also.
Victoria is conflicted because she was raised as royalty with expectations of making a politically advantageous marriage and helping her sister rule in Russia. This was all stolen from her by William's actions, and she is stuck. While she has hidden her marriage, she cannot proceed to make another match.
Finally she and her family come to the conclusion that rather hide their relationship, they should expose her marriage to William, and control the narrative, and eventually manipulate the optics and have it lead to a divorce, allowing her to be free to wed someone else. While it would lead to a scandal, she is wealthy royalty and can weather things better than most. When she approaches William to propose this plan, he manipulates things to his advantage, and forces her to live with him for 3 months, hoping that in that time, she will grow to love and want him. Their relationship is contentious as Victoria fights her attraction to her charming, and surprising rogue of a husband, and discovering his hidden depths.
While this is going on, various members of the aristocracy are being murdered and William is forced to deal with some aspects of his past, which makes him a prime suspect in the murders. Things come to a head for William when he comes to the conclusion that, despite his overwhelming love from the very beginning, he believes that Victoria cannot accept him for what he is, and he is captured and jailed for the murders. Victoria finally sees the truth of how she feels and what she truly wants when she faces the risk of losing William.
There was a lot of angsty give and take between Victoria and William, considering how truly villainous William has come across from the beginning. While he attests to not having ever lied to her - technically - their entire relationship was based on his playing on her presumptions and not revealing the bald truths, but manipulating her, because of his love and desire for her. I found it hard to warm to him, despite all the other things he does, and how hard his life was, because it felt like he was too manipulative of Victoria and their relationship - but then wanting her to love and accept him as is when their entire relationship came about because of his intentional obscurification.
What was somewhat redeeming was the little ways he shows he loves and cares for her, as they live together - small proofs that he did not manipulate the marriage for her wealth or to gain entry and acceptance in Society.
Other than that, it was a good story with the various little intrigues and the various other relationships amongst their peers and relations, and how they came together to support Victoria, and ultimately help William and her in the end.
3.5 stars out of 5
December 21, 2023
The Glorious Bastard by Sadie Bosque
Reviewed by Rutendo Chitondwe
A treat for all romance enthusiasts indeed!!!The Glorious Bastard leaves readers at the edge of their seats anticipating what’s to happen next.Especially with William’s character that’s tainted with lies,deceit,manipulation,theft,blackmailing,murder, etc,the list is endless,I mean really.Yet the character is so…. strangely lovable!!!!
His character being in pursuit of Princess Victoria,whose the direct opposite of his black sheep persona is literally the icing on the cake for the readers.
The whole book is centered on the overarching theme of love just like Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet,however it doesn’t have a tragic ending,rather the conclusion leaves reader’s in suspense making it a worthwhile read as it gives the audience a chance to make up their own desired ending to the prose.
William,the bastard son of a deadbeat duke with plenty of illegitimate children struggles to fend for himself after his mother’s death and being completely cast out by his duke father.He had to fend for himself at an early age and was subjected to a lot of trauma from his childhood.As if being maternally orphaned and rejected by his father wasn’t enough
he was abducted and sodomized by a secret society of a few nobles for years.Every attempt of his to escape was always futile for he was always dragged back there,until he found Neville who was practically in the same boat as him,only a bit young and naive to the evils of the world did he manage to escape successfully one time.Little did any of them know that the orchestrates of that secret society would one day be at his mercy with the information he had on them and the impact it would have on their ‘respectable reputations’ had it leaked out.
Everything takes a wild turn as he falls deeply in love with Princess Victoria and conceals his truth,leading to their separation after he was exposed.Reconciliation seemed like a pipe dream at this point as ‘the glorious bastard’ was at the centre of everything.The blame was always on him,owing to his past,persona and the strained relations with people.This is where the author has readers right where she wants them.
This prose is a definite must read,although it does contain explicit sex,violence,sexual immorality,profanity.However in my opinion,for instance profanity is justified in the case of William’s character as it aptly highlights how passionate the character is,especially towards his love for the Princess.
Reader's will definitely find themselves engrossed in this 4 star
Reviewed by Rutendo Chitondwe
A treat for all romance enthusiasts indeed!!!The Glorious Bastard leaves readers at the edge of their seats anticipating what’s to happen next.Especially with William’s character that’s tainted with lies,deceit,manipulation,theft,blackmailing,murder, etc,the list is endless,I mean really.Yet the character is so…. strangely lovable!!!!
His character being in pursuit of Princess Victoria,whose the direct opposite of his black sheep persona is literally the icing on the cake for the readers.
The whole book is centered on the overarching theme of love just like Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet,however it doesn’t have a tragic ending,rather the conclusion leaves reader’s in suspense making it a worthwhile read as it gives the audience a chance to make up their own desired ending to the prose.
William,the bastard son of a deadbeat duke with plenty of illegitimate children struggles to fend for himself after his mother’s death and being completely cast out by his duke father.He had to fend for himself at an early age and was subjected to a lot of trauma from his childhood.As if being maternally orphaned and rejected by his father wasn’t enough
he was abducted and sodomized by a secret society of a few nobles for years.Every attempt of his to escape was always futile for he was always dragged back there,until he found Neville who was practically in the same boat as him,only a bit young and naive to the evils of the world did he manage to escape successfully one time.Little did any of them know that the orchestrates of that secret society would one day be at his mercy with the information he had on them and the impact it would have on their ‘respectable reputations’ had it leaked out.
Everything takes a wild turn as he falls deeply in love with Princess Victoria and conceals his truth,leading to their separation after he was exposed.Reconciliation seemed like a pipe dream at this point as ‘the glorious bastard’ was at the centre of everything.The blame was always on him,owing to his past,persona and the strained relations with people.This is where the author has readers right where she wants them.
This prose is a definite must read,although it does contain explicit sex,violence,sexual immorality,profanity.However in my opinion,for instance profanity is justified in the case of William’s character as it aptly highlights how passionate the character is,especially towards his love for the Princess.
Reader's will definitely find themselves engrossed in this 4 star
November 5, 2023
The Glorious Bastard is 7th in the Shadows Series and focuses on William and Princess Victoria. It could be read as a stand-alone but with the supporting characters and the continuing mystery complete with new revelations, reading 1-6 would not be a mistake. In fact, I'm thinking that I need to review the mystery and intrigue by rereading the books! William appears in a previous book and is identified as the bastard son of the Duke of Kensington and an established blackmailer and criminal. After marrying Princess Victoria in a hurry, he flees England to escape his many deeds.
Two years later, he returns to England and the story begins. Victoria has matured a bit and has hardened her heart towards her husband William. He, on the other hand, wants his wife and the life they could lead together.
Victoria came off as a bit hardheaded concerning William. She has buried her feelings towards him and harps so much on his deceptions that you want to shake her and ask why she is so self-righteous. William is complex, secretive man and who deflects questions about his motivations as well as completements for his compassion. He keeps insisting that he is just a bad man doing bad things. He doesn't want Victoria to know his dark past because he is afraid that her pity would replace the love that he hoped they still shared.
Sadie Bosque writes passionate scenes beautifully and those between William and Victoria are no exception. The countdown to William execution was a clever twist to the novel and I really wondered if she had written them into a corner and there would be no HEA. This really brought an extra amount of angst and an edge to my reading.
The Glorious Bastard was a great read and a worthy continuation to the Shadows' world!
I received an Advanced Readers Copy of the book and I am leaving my voluntary opinion based on my reading experience.
Two years later, he returns to England and the story begins. Victoria has matured a bit and has hardened her heart towards her husband William. He, on the other hand, wants his wife and the life they could lead together.
Victoria came off as a bit hardheaded concerning William. She has buried her feelings towards him and harps so much on his deceptions that you want to shake her and ask why she is so self-righteous. William is complex, secretive man and who deflects questions about his motivations as well as completements for his compassion. He keeps insisting that he is just a bad man doing bad things. He doesn't want Victoria to know his dark past because he is afraid that her pity would replace the love that he hoped they still shared.
Sadie Bosque writes passionate scenes beautifully and those between William and Victoria are no exception. The countdown to William execution was a clever twist to the novel and I really wondered if she had written them into a corner and there would be no HEA. This really brought an extra amount of angst and an edge to my reading.
The Glorious Bastard was a great read and a worthy continuation to the Shadows' world!
I received an Advanced Readers Copy of the book and I am leaving my voluntary opinion based on my reading experience.
November 6, 2023
What a wonderful story Sadie has given us. As a lot of back history comes to light in this story, reading the series in order would help. Yet you can read it as a standalone and still enjoy a great read. William is the bastard son of a Duke that was thrown out as a young boy to the streets of London. Small children were easy prey for the nastiest of men. William learned to survive doing whatever he had too. He is a blackmailer and thief. His only advantages are his cunning and wit. Then he met Princess Victoria at her worst. Sick with a cold and trying to escape her room she kind of falls at his feet. One look at her and his heart is gone. He knows she will not even talk to him if she knows who he was. But miracles happen and they start a friendship, and she falls hard for the most handsome, witty man she has ever met. Till the truth comes out and she is devastated by who she married. William had to flee the county and is gone for two years. This is where our story starts. William wants his wife back and Victoria hates him and wants a divorce. Understanding William was easier than liking Victoria at first. She is spoiled and has only know the best of money and title. It takes time for her to understand all William has gone through. These two have a lot of secrets, misunderstandings and trusts to sort out before it's nearly too late. Sadie telling is so sharp you feel like you are right there with them. It's wonderful. This book will have you laughing and crying too. This whole series is great. I received an ARC from the author and wish to thank her. This is my honest opinion and am freely giving it.
October 30, 2023
Thrilling and captivating
I have been waiting for William and Victoria‘s story and finally it‘s here! I love all books by the author, but this one is my new favorite!
It‘s a thrilling story with an intriguing plot, wonderful characters, suspense, sizzling hot passion, heartwarming romance and heartbreaking insights. A real rollercoaster of emotions!
William and Victoria‘s story started already in book 4 of the series.
He is a thief, a kidnapper, a blackmailer and the bastard son of a duke. She is a princess and definitely out of reach for him. But when they meet, it‘s love at first sight for both and they secretly get married without William telling her the truth about him or his origins. When Victoria learns the truth about him, she is devastated and after a duel with her uncle, William has to flee on the continent.
Two years later he returns and wants to win his wife back, but will she ever be able to forgive him and learn to trust him?
This book may be read as standalone but I don’t advise it because there are crossovers to the previous books of the series. And all books are certainly worth reading.
Perfect for all who like intriguing, suspenseful and steamy historical romances!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I have been waiting for William and Victoria‘s story and finally it‘s here! I love all books by the author, but this one is my new favorite!
It‘s a thrilling story with an intriguing plot, wonderful characters, suspense, sizzling hot passion, heartwarming romance and heartbreaking insights. A real rollercoaster of emotions!
William and Victoria‘s story started already in book 4 of the series.
He is a thief, a kidnapper, a blackmailer and the bastard son of a duke. She is a princess and definitely out of reach for him. But when they meet, it‘s love at first sight for both and they secretly get married without William telling her the truth about him or his origins. When Victoria learns the truth about him, she is devastated and after a duel with her uncle, William has to flee on the continent.
Two years later he returns and wants to win his wife back, but will she ever be able to forgive him and learn to trust him?
This book may be read as standalone but I don’t advise it because there are crossovers to the previous books of the series. And all books are certainly worth reading.
Perfect for all who like intriguing, suspenseful and steamy historical romances!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 4, 2023
William & Victoria. This is really difficult to write but I didn't really like this book. I had been excited for it given all the background we had about William but the book was really hard to get through. I've loved every other book in this series but this one was another story.
My biggest problem with the book wasn't William but rather Victoria. Her character completely ruined the book. She was snobby, pretentious and super selfish. She only cared about marrying a title and using him to establish herself back home in Russia. She wasn't ever looking for love. Then she wanted to blame William for her being deceived even though he never lied to her. She should've been disappointed in herself for rushing into "loving" him without asking questions that she felt were non-negotiables for her. But she didn't. She made assumptions and went with her heart. But when she found out the not so minor details she blamed him and said screw my heart.
I couldn't root for their relationship or the HEA because she didn't deserve him. She didn't want to learn about him and see the good. She couldn't see the forest for the trees.
The best part of the book was towards the end when he didn't want her anymore and low key wished for them to divorce because she's awful!
I received an ARC copy of this book but the above review is my own.
My biggest problem with the book wasn't William but rather Victoria. Her character completely ruined the book. She was snobby, pretentious and super selfish. She only cared about marrying a title and using him to establish herself back home in Russia. She wasn't ever looking for love. Then she wanted to blame William for her being deceived even though he never lied to her. She should've been disappointed in herself for rushing into "loving" him without asking questions that she felt were non-negotiables for her. But she didn't. She made assumptions and went with her heart. But when she found out the not so minor details she blamed him and said screw my heart.
I couldn't root for their relationship or the HEA because she didn't deserve him. She didn't want to learn about him and see the good. She couldn't see the forest for the trees.
The best part of the book was towards the end when he didn't want her anymore and low key wished for them to divorce because she's awful!
I received an ARC copy of this book but the above review is my own.
November 3, 2023
Victoria is a princess looking for an honorable match that will provide her a way to return to her country and family. She meets William and falls in love with him thinking he is a Lord, they marry and she finds out the he is a bastard son of a Duke, a liar and thief. She leaves him and a few years later he strolls back into her life looking for forgiveness. A bargain is made and they reunite for a temporary period of time. The intense and passionate feelings they have for each other are undeniable, but can Victoria trust him and take a chance on a life with him? Their story was an emotional roller coaster and I enjoyed the ride!
This story was about a man that we should not like. Instead Sadie Bosque has crafted a devil who lies and thieves to get what he wants and I loved him! He was dark, unfeeling, cunning, flawed, and complex but when he fell in love with Victoria the love he showed her was unwavering, undeniably intense and the type of devotion we wish to encounter ourselves.
I loved this story, it had a little bit of everything, a historically backdrop, complex flawed main characters, mistrust, lies, humor, sadness, drama, passion and romance. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
This story was about a man that we should not like. Instead Sadie Bosque has crafted a devil who lies and thieves to get what he wants and I loved him! He was dark, unfeeling, cunning, flawed, and complex but when he fell in love with Victoria the love he showed her was unwavering, undeniably intense and the type of devotion we wish to encounter ourselves.
I loved this story, it had a little bit of everything, a historically backdrop, complex flawed main characters, mistrust, lies, humor, sadness, drama, passion and romance. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
November 4, 2023
The reader needs to hit the ground running in this book, so I was glad to have read previous books in the series. Even though this story took place in a bit of a bubble, it did help to have some knowledge of the other characters. The last I recalled of Victoria and William, they had secretly married and then he abandoned her and broke her heart.
This story begins two years later when William returns to claim what is his. Victoria has matured in his absence and hardened her heart. She says she doesn't love William anymore, so they devise a mad plan to end their marriage and salvage whatever is left of her reputation. After some negotiating, Victoria agrees to spend 90 days with William, after which time he will set her free. Considering that Victoria no longer loves William, even a teeny tiny bit, the plan sounds foolproof!
This forced proximity romance was sizzling. Poor Victoria knew that she was in over her head. She never stood a chance against William. He had always loved her. Unfortunately, his methods needed a bit of work. However, when the tables were turned, Victoria had to be the one to prove herself.
This couple's path to their happy ending was difficult but well worth reading. I received a free ARC from the author and this is my honest review.
This story begins two years later when William returns to claim what is his. Victoria has matured in his absence and hardened her heart. She says she doesn't love William anymore, so they devise a mad plan to end their marriage and salvage whatever is left of her reputation. After some negotiating, Victoria agrees to spend 90 days with William, after which time he will set her free. Considering that Victoria no longer loves William, even a teeny tiny bit, the plan sounds foolproof!
This forced proximity romance was sizzling. Poor Victoria knew that she was in over her head. She never stood a chance against William. He had always loved her. Unfortunately, his methods needed a bit of work. However, when the tables were turned, Victoria had to be the one to prove herself.
This couple's path to their happy ending was difficult but well worth reading. I received a free ARC from the author and this is my honest review.
October 29, 2023
First off, I want to say I have really enjoyed the author’s series, The Shadows. Of the several books in this series I have read, I found this one not so entertaining. Though it was good to read William and Victoria’s story, I felt it didn’t have the angst that the other books did. It seemed to drag on about how Victoria felt about William’s situation and I got very frustrated with her to the point that I really couldn’t like her until the very last chapter. William’s life was full of pain, heartache and loneliness, but she treated him like he did all for fun. Maybe I am being unfair, but I struggled to finish this book because of that. I was also disturbed with William’s unwillingness to share, which would have stopped a lot of it. This book just felt undeveloped, but I wanted to read it to continue the series. I gave it 4 stars because we did get some new clues on the Brotherhood and we are still not sure who Erebus is, that is a little cliffhanger. I did love the last chapter and the Epilogue, they were the best part of the book.
I received this ARC for free and these are my own opinions.
I received this ARC for free and these are my own opinions.
November 3, 2023
4.67
Well this was unexpected! It explains a lot but still leaves so many questions about William and Victoria! They married under false pretenses but the budding of a true love was there if they could be rid of family and their own fears!
William is a man with very little to loose he has survived what would have certainly killed most men! Victoria as a princess with a huge dowry was like a princess who lived in a gilded cage!
She didn’t seem to have much discernment for the Lords in sheep clothing but doubted William at every turn!
William had enemies lots of them so someone definitely committed evil and tried to pin it on him! When all the chips were down and their love seemed useless and hopeless then Victoria grew a back bone and decided to stand by her man!
Then she gained the assistance of some of her powerful family members!
I didn’t expect the ending but I’m sure it will make sense in the next book or two!
The Pandora’s box that was open for Caroline about her uncle definitely need’s explained! Bravo they get a HEA in a most unexpected way!
Well this was unexpected! It explains a lot but still leaves so many questions about William and Victoria! They married under false pretenses but the budding of a true love was there if they could be rid of family and their own fears!
William is a man with very little to loose he has survived what would have certainly killed most men! Victoria as a princess with a huge dowry was like a princess who lived in a gilded cage!
She didn’t seem to have much discernment for the Lords in sheep clothing but doubted William at every turn!
William had enemies lots of them so someone definitely committed evil and tried to pin it on him! When all the chips were down and their love seemed useless and hopeless then Victoria grew a back bone and decided to stand by her man!
Then she gained the assistance of some of her powerful family members!
I didn’t expect the ending but I’m sure it will make sense in the next book or two!
The Pandora’s box that was open for Caroline about her uncle definitely need’s explained! Bravo they get a HEA in a most unexpected way!
December 30, 2023
**WARNING!! Reader frustrations**
When it comes to series especially where the main story is not resolved even after reading 7 books as in this case of The Shadows, I really cannot rate each book. After all, the story is incomplete.
Anyway, The Shadows series is pretty good. The characters do give a very good account of themselves, even Helen, her story in book 6.
What really interests me the most, is the story of The Shadows and The Brotherhood of the Crimson Fist and William's place in both. I just couldn't swallow the hurried explanation he gave Victoria.
In book 6, towards the end, too much happened off screen. - The fallout of the Jacobite 'uprising' for Ian McAllistair's family. But I must say, I did appreciate the writer's explanations at the back of the book.
I like book 7 the best -until the end that is. I was left feeling like I was having very delicious meal only to find some of the delicious food were not cooked well at all - blah! I wonder how many more books until the answers. Then I can give a proper rating.
When it comes to series especially where the main story is not resolved even after reading 7 books as in this case of The Shadows, I really cannot rate each book. After all, the story is incomplete.
Anyway, The Shadows series is pretty good. The characters do give a very good account of themselves, even Helen, her story in book 6.
What really interests me the most, is the story of The Shadows and The Brotherhood of the Crimson Fist and William's place in both. I just couldn't swallow the hurried explanation he gave Victoria.
In book 6, towards the end, too much happened off screen. - The fallout of the Jacobite 'uprising' for Ian McAllistair's family. But I must say, I did appreciate the writer's explanations at the back of the book.
I like book 7 the best -until the end that is. I was left feeling like I was having very delicious meal only to find some of the delicious food were not cooked well at all - blah! I wonder how many more books until the answers. Then I can give a proper rating.
November 4, 2023
Extremely well written, fast paced read, full of drama, love, romance, intrigue, mystery, secrets, suspense, emotions and so much more. This author has a way of drawing you into her stories mixing history and life together. The storyline/plot is excellent. All the characters are strong and well developed, both bad and good for this book. William is a man who was born on the wrong side of the blanket and grew up in the slums of London. He falls in love with Victoria but doesn't tell her the truth about a lot before they get married. Victoria is a Princess who should marry better then him. William runs the night of their wedding and doesn't return for two years. As he returns he has lots to explain but just needs to get Victoria to listen. Both have issues to deal with before they understand each other. Loved this book. This author has given us an absolutely fabulous book and so much of her talent.
I am an ARC and leave this unbiased, honest review.
I am an ARC and leave this unbiased, honest review.
January 18, 2024
I liked William and Victoria but......
I really, really, REALLY wanted them to have just ONE meaningful conversation! These two took FOR-EV-ER to get it together. And how did she not ask him just ONCE where he went at night? This was one of those books that relied on the MCs never communicating, and I so detest those types of books that I almost dnf'd several times. Plus, we have time jumps (back & forth) and characters from previous books, so these most certainly need to be read in order. I didn't so I was a bit lost. Still, I kept with it & even ended up enjoying it but the ending was a bit if a let down. I guess the the mystery is still ongoing in the next book? Idk, but overall the writing itself is well done & I have the first book of the series on my Kindle, so I'll probably read that one at some point.
I really, really, REALLY wanted them to have just ONE meaningful conversation! These two took FOR-EV-ER to get it together. And how did she not ask him just ONCE where he went at night? This was one of those books that relied on the MCs never communicating, and I so detest those types of books that I almost dnf'd several times. Plus, we have time jumps (back & forth) and characters from previous books, so these most certainly need to be read in order. I didn't so I was a bit lost. Still, I kept with it & even ended up enjoying it but the ending was a bit if a let down. I guess the the mystery is still ongoing in the next book? Idk, but overall the writing itself is well done & I have the first book of the series on my Kindle, so I'll probably read that one at some point.
November 1, 2023
Russian princess Victoria fell in love quickly, and married William secretly, not realizing he was illegitimate. Because of his lie of omission, Victoria doesn’t trust William and now only sees the charming rogue he shows to the world, not the responsible man who loves her. William is haunted by his past, and the secrets he is keeping could cost him Victoria’s love. I was hoping for more of the story from William’s perspective, not the darkness of his past, but the good acts the reader is led to believe he is performing now. A wonderfully emotional story of two lost and lonely souls who find each other, and the rocky road of learning to let go of the past and live for a shared future.
I received and ARC of this book from the author, and this is my honest and voluntary review.
I received and ARC of this book from the author, and this is my honest and voluntary review.
November 3, 2023
Sadie Bosque has been one of my favourite author discoveries of 2023! She writes the perfect mix of intrigue, adventure, steam and plot.
I enjoyed the mystery, second chance romance between the main characters. I could feel the angst, betrayal and trauma experienced. Oh and the steam, which Sadie Bosque always brings as I was fanning myself at times!
I started off loving this book at the start and could not put it down. However towards the end, It fell flat for me and I got frustrated with William, the Hero's inability to open up more about his past and Victoria, the heroine's inability to trust.
I am eager to go back and devour the rest of the books in this series!
I received an arc for free by the author and this opinion is my own and review is submitted voluntarily.
I enjoyed the mystery, second chance romance between the main characters. I could feel the angst, betrayal and trauma experienced. Oh and the steam, which Sadie Bosque always brings as I was fanning myself at times!
I started off loving this book at the start and could not put it down. However towards the end, It fell flat for me and I got frustrated with William, the Hero's inability to open up more about his past and Victoria, the heroine's inability to trust.
I am eager to go back and devour the rest of the books in this series!
I received an arc for free by the author and this opinion is my own and review is submitted voluntarily.
November 4, 2023
She married a thief and a liar. She is a Princess, and thought he was a lord. He leaves shortly after they marry. Two years later, he’s back. Their reconciliation will be difficult (maybe impossible), but there are other troubles and dangers to deal with as well. This emotional story is a real page-turner. William and Victoria have much to overcome, but the chemistry and passion between them is sizzling. The unpredictable events keep your attention start to finish. There is drama, danger, lies, kidnapping, murder, false accusations, and a daring ending. Love, courage, trust, and a little trickery lead to a happy ending. A fantastic read!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
November 14, 2023
The Glorious Bastard is the book No. 7 in the Shadows series.
Differently from other series, this books is not recommended to read as a stand-alone. I found there was lots of missing information and even at the end after reading the epilogue there was something missing pieces.
If you are fan of the author or read the first books, you might enjoy this story more than I actually did.
The end of this story left me a sense of lack of justice for William that I couldn’t shake off because I liked this character best of all. Hopefully the next book will bring closure to his story.
In conclusion, the beginning felt like arriving late to a movie in a theater and the end felt like the last episode before the next season.
Differently from other series, this books is not recommended to read as a stand-alone. I found there was lots of missing information and even at the end after reading the epilogue there was something missing pieces.
If you are fan of the author or read the first books, you might enjoy this story more than I actually did.
The end of this story left me a sense of lack of justice for William that I couldn’t shake off because I liked this character best of all. Hopefully the next book will bring closure to his story.
In conclusion, the beginning felt like arriving late to a movie in a theater and the end felt like the last episode before the next season.
February 24, 2024
This book was ok, but not great or super memorable. The heroine was pretty annoying at times in her resistance to her illegitimate hubby. The hero kept so many secrets it was like he wanted his wife to be a complete stranger. I did like how much they loved each other, it was obvious even when they were denying it. I didn't like or understand the Brotherhood / Shadow business and felt that aspect just made everything convoluted and unrealistic. I also didn't understand who all was related to who and how. Wolverton, Kensington, Caroline, blah blah blah. I guess they're all in previous books so it's confusing if you haven's read those. I think there's only 2 sex scenes and I liked that the hero didn't stray during their 2 years apart. 2.5 stars rounding up to 3.
October 31, 2023
🛡️🛡️ONE THRILLING RUMBLE🛡️🛡️
Shaving sheep Sam! Sadie hits the ground running with this 100% on point realism, igniting sparks hotter than an erupting volcano while riding on wings of euphoria, slinging this bad boy into the eye of the storm, kicking it into a tail-spin with a mind-blowing culmination. Amping up the riveting drama, gripping intrigue, callous atrocities, duplicitous deeds, brutal tactics, spiraling danger, electrifying suspense and nefarious schemes. The characters are authentic and realistic with depth and qualities that add diversity, transforming into amazing personalities. The scenes are abundantly descriptive with colorful details that balances fluidly, painting a grandiose backdrop so vibrant and refreshing it feels as though you're part of the story. Amazing job Sadie, thanks for sharing this awesome little gem with us.
Shaving sheep Sam! Sadie hits the ground running with this 100% on point realism, igniting sparks hotter than an erupting volcano while riding on wings of euphoria, slinging this bad boy into the eye of the storm, kicking it into a tail-spin with a mind-blowing culmination. Amping up the riveting drama, gripping intrigue, callous atrocities, duplicitous deeds, brutal tactics, spiraling danger, electrifying suspense and nefarious schemes. The characters are authentic and realistic with depth and qualities that add diversity, transforming into amazing personalities. The scenes are abundantly descriptive with colorful details that balances fluidly, painting a grandiose backdrop so vibrant and refreshing it feels as though you're part of the story. Amazing job Sadie, thanks for sharing this awesome little gem with us.
November 4, 2023
The Glorious Bastard was the first book that I read from the Shadows series. I love a scandalous Hero and William the bastard son of a duke fit the bill. Married to Princess Victoria of Russia, the heroine, was a little wishy-washy for my taste. Throughout the book William tries his best to earn her love and trust. They go through a series of trials before their HEA. The reason for the 4* rating is, this story was hard for me to read because there were a lot of back stories that I haven't read. All in all it was a good book and I recommend it.
TG
I received a ARC copy of this book and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
TG
I received a ARC copy of this book and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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