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Heirs & Spares #2
The Scot's Seduction
A deliciously fun romance blossoms between a fiercely independent woman and a reserved Scotsman, in the latest installment of Megan Frampton’s Heirs and Spares series.
She’ll never say yes…
Lady Drusilla Courtenay has sworn off marriage, though she still dabbles in romance, much to Society’s shock. She’s determined to help other women remain independent, but she lacks the means to see her vision through. When Murdoch, Earl of Cragmore, arrives on her doorstep with his niece, he makes her an offer she can’t refuse; if she assists with his niece’s debut, he’ll turn her dreams into reality. But accepting this bargain doesn’t mean she can’t also have some fun with the burly, handsome Scot—as long as they both keep their stronger emotions in check.
He can’t say no…
Murdoch has never met a woman like Drusilla. Proud, opinionated, intelligent, and fiercely independent, she is also the most passionate woman he’s ever encountered. When she proposes they extend their bargain into something more intimate, he agrees, even though he knows it will end at the conclusion of the Season. As he gets to know her, he falls deeply in love. He knows it is hopeless, since the Drusilla he’s desperately in love with would never agree to upend her life to be with him.
Will the two most stubborn people finally compromise, or will they deny their hearts?
She’ll never say yes…
Lady Drusilla Courtenay has sworn off marriage, though she still dabbles in romance, much to Society’s shock. She’s determined to help other women remain independent, but she lacks the means to see her vision through. When Murdoch, Earl of Cragmore, arrives on her doorstep with his niece, he makes her an offer she can’t refuse; if she assists with his niece’s debut, he’ll turn her dreams into reality. But accepting this bargain doesn’t mean she can’t also have some fun with the burly, handsome Scot—as long as they both keep their stronger emotions in check.
He can’t say no…
Murdoch has never met a woman like Drusilla. Proud, opinionated, intelligent, and fiercely independent, she is also the most passionate woman he’s ever encountered. When she proposes they extend their bargain into something more intimate, he agrees, even though he knows it will end at the conclusion of the Season. As he gets to know her, he falls deeply in love. He knows it is hopeless, since the Drusilla he’s desperately in love with would never agree to upend her life to be with him.
Will the two most stubborn people finally compromise, or will they deny their hearts?
352 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published October 28, 2025
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About the author
Megan Frampton
41 books1,055 followersMegan Frampton's love affair with books began when her parents moved her to a remote town in New Hampshire where there was only one television station. And then the TV broke. She devoured every book of fiction in her well-read parents' library, finding special joy in Georgette Heyer and the fairy tales collected and translated by Andrew Lang. Megan majored in English literature at Barnard College and worked in the music industry for fifteen years. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband (her former intern) and her kid.
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October 6, 2025
somehow i missed that megan had a new series, so i jumped into this one without reading book one.
i liked drusilla and murdoch well enough. they’re both smart and driven with good hearts. they have instant chemistry and i enjoyed reading her get under his skin. there are a few other characters here, but no one felt fleshed out enough to be more than background. i was really intrigued by joey and loved every scene with her.
plot wise, it’s okay. most of the party slash season planning quickly falls to the wayside for the relationship to be focused on. (and it’s not really a relationship until the very very end.) while these two have great banter and openness when it comes to the bedroom, they don’t bother with open conversations outside of it. even with that, there’s barely any angst and the last couple of chapters are some of the best.
overall, this was a quick and fun read and i just might have to go back to book one and see how it all started. i don’t know if there’s going to be a book three, but if there is, i’ll be reading it.
**Huge thanks to the publisher for providing the arc free of charge**
i liked drusilla and murdoch well enough. they’re both smart and driven with good hearts. they have instant chemistry and i enjoyed reading her get under his skin. there are a few other characters here, but no one felt fleshed out enough to be more than background. i was really intrigued by joey and loved every scene with her.
plot wise, it’s okay. most of the party slash season planning quickly falls to the wayside for the relationship to be focused on. (and it’s not really a relationship until the very very end.) while these two have great banter and openness when it comes to the bedroom, they don’t bother with open conversations outside of it. even with that, there’s barely any angst and the last couple of chapters are some of the best.
overall, this was a quick and fun read and i just might have to go back to book one and see how it all started. i don’t know if there’s going to be a book three, but if there is, i’ll be reading it.
**Huge thanks to the publisher for providing the arc free of charge**
October 20, 2025
This is my 23rd book by Megan Frampton. I have been reading her since 2016. I love her writing and her stories and her sex scenes are so good. I was a bit disappointed with book 1 so I hope this one is better because I do generally love her writing.
I liked Drusilla and Murdoch. I liked this story. I liked the concept. I like when women from those times throw caution to the wind and so I'm going to do what I want. I love that she was so fierce yet vulnerable. They were good together. Overall a good read.
I liked Drusilla and Murdoch. I liked this story. I liked the concept. I like when women from those times throw caution to the wind and so I'm going to do what I want. I love that she was so fierce yet vulnerable. They were good together. Overall a good read.
September 27, 2025
This picks up about ten years or so after book one with Drusilla now a confirmed spinster. Her eccentric parents have since passed and her sister is in the United States with her husband. Thanks to her inheritance she’s able to live with one foot in society and the other taking in those down on their luck. After having her heart broke years ago, she doesn’t plan to marry and while she doesn’t trust men it hasn’t stopped her from enjoying their company.
Murdoch is in London for the first time to bring his niece and ward out. Having always spent his time in Scotland on his estate with his sheep (that he’s quite dedicated to). He’s quiet and not good with knowing what to say in the moment.
It is lighthearted and different enough that it kept me entertained and invested in the story. I was more than a little surprised when taxidermy animals of all things popped up in book one. When it made another appearance in this one, it wasn’t as surprising and I loved it. Of course it’s weird yet the quirkiness of it made me laugh out loud and brought a smile to my face each time it was mentioned.
I enjoyed the tension from living under one roof and both knowing what’s between them is temporary. I wasn’t sure if I was going to like how it would all end but it left me satisfied after all.
I liked that Murdoch took on a more dominant role during intimate moments with Drusilla and even more so how much she enjoyed it and didn’t know it was something she needed. I thought it had the potential to be hotter than it was. It’s okay we didn’t get that but had conflicting thoughts on it. I thought it was going to be a faster burn but was glad when it wasn’t yet then got frustrated at the slow burn of it. That’s just a personal thing for me that I can’t make up my mind.
I also enjoyed the arc of Murdoch’s niece and curious if it’s her story we’ll see next.
The Scot’s Seduction is the second book in the Heirs & Spares series.
There are two open door encounters.
I received an advance reader copy from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
Murdoch is in London for the first time to bring his niece and ward out. Having always spent his time in Scotland on his estate with his sheep (that he’s quite dedicated to). He’s quiet and not good with knowing what to say in the moment.
It is lighthearted and different enough that it kept me entertained and invested in the story. I was more than a little surprised when taxidermy animals of all things popped up in book one. When it made another appearance in this one, it wasn’t as surprising and I loved it. Of course it’s weird yet the quirkiness of it made me laugh out loud and brought a smile to my face each time it was mentioned.
I enjoyed the tension from living under one roof and both knowing what’s between them is temporary. I wasn’t sure if I was going to like how it would all end but it left me satisfied after all.
I liked that Murdoch took on a more dominant role during intimate moments with Drusilla and even more so how much she enjoyed it and didn’t know it was something she needed. I thought it had the potential to be hotter than it was. It’s okay we didn’t get that but had conflicting thoughts on it. I thought it was going to be a faster burn but was glad when it wasn’t yet then got frustrated at the slow burn of it. That’s just a personal thing for me that I can’t make up my mind.
I also enjoyed the arc of Murdoch’s niece and curious if it’s her story we’ll see next.
The Scot’s Seduction is the second book in the Heirs & Spares series.
There are two open door encounters.
I received an advance reader copy from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
October 2, 2025
This book made me smile—a lot—from the unusual meet cute, to the playful size jokes, to the copulating mouse figurines. It was easy to love and easy to read and I always enjoy writers who can bring fresh light to women’s issues.
Lady Drusilla is not the typical society lady. She openly takes a lover and keeps them for as long as the need arises, never permitting herself to fall in love. Using the fortunes of her eccentric parents, she is able to provide care and stability for some of London’s outcasts or people that just need a leg up in their life. Since helping others is second nature to Dru, it is fitting that she would want to help a young lady interested in making her debut, even if Dru balks at the idea of any woman giving away herself to marriage. Miss Emily’s uncle Murdoch, a Scottish Earl seems like he would be the next perfect lover for Dru. He’s only in London temporarily, he’s extremely attractive (under that nest of a beard), and he seems more interested in sheep farming than falling in love.
As with any good romance, character expectations are rocked and ultimately we know that one of both Dru or Murdoch will fall in love, but it’s the journey there that made this so enjoyable. I loved how Drusilla is take charge in every way, especially with Murdoch, except for in the bedroom. Similarly he is often taciturn with his feelings except for when it comes to the people he cares for. There isn’t much to the story beyond that, but I was pleased to see how Frampton wrote forward thinking women into her story including the non-binary Miss Joey, and how sex positive this book is. I think it could be interesting to see a story down the road about Miss Emily’s HEA since that storyline was left slightly open ended. If you’re looking for a low-stakes book with forward thinking characters, I would recommend The Scot’s Seduction. I received an early copy from Avon. All opinions are my own.
Lady Drusilla is not the typical society lady. She openly takes a lover and keeps them for as long as the need arises, never permitting herself to fall in love. Using the fortunes of her eccentric parents, she is able to provide care and stability for some of London’s outcasts or people that just need a leg up in their life. Since helping others is second nature to Dru, it is fitting that she would want to help a young lady interested in making her debut, even if Dru balks at the idea of any woman giving away herself to marriage. Miss Emily’s uncle Murdoch, a Scottish Earl seems like he would be the next perfect lover for Dru. He’s only in London temporarily, he’s extremely attractive (under that nest of a beard), and he seems more interested in sheep farming than falling in love.
As with any good romance, character expectations are rocked and ultimately we know that one of both Dru or Murdoch will fall in love, but it’s the journey there that made this so enjoyable. I loved how Drusilla is take charge in every way, especially with Murdoch, except for in the bedroom. Similarly he is often taciturn with his feelings except for when it comes to the people he cares for. There isn’t much to the story beyond that, but I was pleased to see how Frampton wrote forward thinking women into her story including the non-binary Miss Joey, and how sex positive this book is. I think it could be interesting to see a story down the road about Miss Emily’s HEA since that storyline was left slightly open ended. If you’re looking for a low-stakes book with forward thinking characters, I would recommend The Scot’s Seduction. I received an early copy from Avon. All opinions are my own.
July 28, 2025
I really enjoyed The Scot's Seduction by Megan Frampton. For me, the highlight was Lady Drusilla, who is a woman who knows that she wants (freedom to help other people and conduct her own affairs her own way) -- and what she does not want (marriage). From her very first encounter with Murdoch, the Earl of Cragmore, she's open to having a physical relationship with him, and he with her, while they shepherd his niece through her first season. Naturally, neither one of them can keep it out of the realm of emotions.
Things I really liked about this book: The main characters are both emotionally mature. They are attuned to each other's feelings right from the start. Murdoch notes that it's unusual for Dru to have had previous lovers, but he accepts it without judgment and is glad for it. He isn't any more hesitant to learn things from her than she is from him. Neither one of them has all the answers, but they're largely willing to figure it out together. I also really liked the supporting characters and would like to see their respective best friends go have some adventures together as well.
I did read the first book in the series (featuring Dru's sister) before starting this one, but I don't think it is really necessary. This book takes place something like 10 years later, and Dru's sister is off page the entire time, so no prior knowledge was needed.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.
Things I really liked about this book: The main characters are both emotionally mature. They are attuned to each other's feelings right from the start. Murdoch notes that it's unusual for Dru to have had previous lovers, but he accepts it without judgment and is glad for it. He isn't any more hesitant to learn things from her than she is from him. Neither one of them has all the answers, but they're largely willing to figure it out together. I also really liked the supporting characters and would like to see their respective best friends go have some adventures together as well.
I did read the first book in the series (featuring Dru's sister) before starting this one, but I don't think it is really necessary. This book takes place something like 10 years later, and Dru's sister is off page the entire time, so no prior knowledge was needed.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.
November 25, 2025
3.5 Stars! This is the second book in the ‘Heirs & Spares’ series and can be read as a standalone. This one was an okay read for me. I couldn’t really get into it. The main characters are Drusilla & Murdoch and they were likable & neither were what they seem at first. Considering the era this was set in, it was unrealistic that Lady Dru was so progressive/modern in her ‘sexy times’. Things like women having premarital sexy times was just not accepted back then. That being said, I felt like the book was missing parts. I would’ve liked to know what Murdoch’s life was like more and more about Dru’s charitable works. I liked the steamy sexy time scenes and was glad it wasn’t too detailed and overdone. I’m at the point where I’ve grown tired of all the sexy scenes being overly described, long and basically not believable. A little goes a long way. I used to skip ahead to the sexy scenes to see if I even wanted to read the book! Anyway, Murdoch’s niece Emily & Dru’s helper Joey were great secondary characters and I hope they get HEA endings someday. Sexy times, charity, a troubled ball, a giant Scottish oaf, a funny taxidermy collection, 2 people who needed a kick in the butt, and an HEA ending. A cute, quick read.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.*
*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.*
September 5, 2025
Megan Frampton is my usual go-to for a delightful, spicy, low angst, likeable MCs and she doesn’t disappoint!
Dru is a very unconventional FMC. She is unmarried, but self-sufficient and sexually experienced. She spends her time devoting herself and her money to helping women and children, who find themselves in difficult circumstances. She meets an outwardly oafish but really a kind and soft Murdoch and his niece Emily and agrees to help with her debut. She proposes a no strings attached relationship to Murdoch and of course they both fall for each other in a very stubborn and adorable couple story line.
I liked Dru’s independence and the beautiful incongruity of Murdoch’s appearance and demeanor to his inner dialogue of a somewhat awkward, shy and very kind man. Emily was a delightfully spirited young airhead, and the supporting characters all added color. And despite the fact that this was a story of mature MCs, Megan Frampton managed to make is a delicious slow burn.
Thanks to NetGalley and Avon for this fast and great ARC read!
Dru is a very unconventional FMC. She is unmarried, but self-sufficient and sexually experienced. She spends her time devoting herself and her money to helping women and children, who find themselves in difficult circumstances. She meets an outwardly oafish but really a kind and soft Murdoch and his niece Emily and agrees to help with her debut. She proposes a no strings attached relationship to Murdoch and of course they both fall for each other in a very stubborn and adorable couple story line.
I liked Dru’s independence and the beautiful incongruity of Murdoch’s appearance and demeanor to his inner dialogue of a somewhat awkward, shy and very kind man. Emily was a delightfully spirited young airhead, and the supporting characters all added color. And despite the fact that this was a story of mature MCs, Megan Frampton managed to make is a delicious slow burn.
Thanks to NetGalley and Avon for this fast and great ARC read!
September 7, 2025
I read more contemporary romance than historical romance nowadays, but I used to inhale any historical I could get my hands on. Megan Frampton was often a name I heard recommended and I'm excited to have now read one of her stories! This was a fun one, particularly the heroine Drusilla, an unmarried do-gooder who decides to help a debutante and her baffled uncle. Murdoch and Drusilla have great chemistry, so she proposes an affair between them. Love that kind of initiative. Of course, society has a lot to say about a woman like Drusilla, but Murdoch absolutely falls in love. I really enjoyed the gruff but sweet and shy hero with a powerhouse heroine.
Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the eARC.
Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the eARC.
August 8, 2025
This was a sweet, fun romp of a book by Megan Frampton. Gruff Scottish Earl Murdoch is faced with the daunting task of bringing his niece out into London Society, something he has no experience with. Lady Drusilla walks the line of respectable with her social improvement projects, but agrees to assist the duo. Sparks-and banter- fly as these two stubborn individuals work together to make the girl’s debut wonderful.
I enjoyed this book, it felt very soft, so I’d recommend it if you’re in the mood for a cozy read. Low stakes and low angst, moderately spicy. Would recommend!
I enjoyed this book, it felt very soft, so I’d recommend it if you’re in the mood for a cozy read. Low stakes and low angst, moderately spicy. Would recommend!
September 7, 2025
I really liked Lady Drusilla’s determination to build a life around helping women and children rather than chasing marriage. Her dynamic with Murdoch, the broody earl who’d rather be in Scotland with his sheep, was both sweet and quietly funny. Overall, it’s a soft, low-angst romance that felt warm and cozy, the kind of story you sink into when you want comfort.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
October 17, 2025
4 stars. 🎧
January 20, 2026
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Honor WIN RT
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Thiết kế không chỉ ảnh hưởng đến thẩm mỹ mà còn quyết định trải nghiệm sử dụng hàng ngày, đặc biệt với những người thường xuyên cầm máy trong thời gian dài.
Realme Neo8: Gọn gàng, cao cấp
Realme Neo8 sử dụng mặt kính trước – sau cùng khung nhôm, trọng lượng 215 g. Máy cho cảm giác chắc tay nhưng không quá nặng, phù hợp dùng lâu dài. Chuẩn kháng nước IP68/IP69 giúp tăng độ bền khi sử dụng hàng ngày.
Honor WIN RT: Đậm chất gaming
Honor WIN RT nặng hơn (225 g), kích thước lớn hơn và được tích hợp quạt tản nhiệt vật lý. Thiết kế này phù hợp với người dùng thích chơi game nặng, nhưng đổi lại cảm giác cầm lâu có thể hơi mỏi tay.
Realme Neo 8 và Honor WIN RT
Đánh giá nhanh:Nếu ưu tiên sự gọn nhẹ và tinh tế, Realme Neo8 chiếm lợi thế.
Màn hình: Tần số quét cao, độ sáng ấn tượng
Với tần số quét cao và độ sáng ấn tượng, màn hình là yếu tố tạo nên khác biệt rõ rệt khi so sánh Realme Neo8 và Honor WIN RT trong nhu cầu giải trí và chơi game.
Realme Neo8
LTPO AMOLED 165Hz
Độ sáng đỉnh lên tới 6000 nits
Hiển thị HDR sắc nét, màu sắc chính xác
Màn hình Realme Neo8
Honor WIN RT
AMOLED 185Hz, PWM 5920Hz
Độ sáng tối đa 6000 nits
Tối ưu tốt cho game và bảo vệ mắt
So sánh thực tế: Honor WIN RT nhỉnh hơn về tần số quét, nhưng Realme Neo8 lại cân bằng tốt giữa hiển thị, tiết kiệm pin và trải nghiệm tổng thể.
Hiệu năng: Realme Neo8 có tốt hơn Honor WIN không?
Cấu hình phần cứng luôn là mối quan tâm hàng đầu của người mua, nhất là khi cả hai thiết bị đều được trang bị chip đầu bảng thế hệ mới.
Sức mạnh xử lý
Realme Neo8: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, GPU Adreno 840
Honor WIN RT: Snapdragon 8 Elite, GPU Adreno 830
Trong sử dụng hàng ngày và chơi game, Realme Neo8 cho hiệu năng GPU mạnh hơn một chút, phản hồi nhanh và ổn định. Honor WIN RT lại giữ nhiệt tốt hơn nhờ quạt tản nhiệt.
Chip Realme Neo8 và Honor WIN RT
RAM và bộ nhớ
Cả hai đều dùng UFS 4.1, RAM lên tới 16 GB (Realme Neo8 thậm chí có bản 24 GB), đảm bảo dùng mượt trong nhiều năm.
Camera: Ai phục vụ tốt hơn nhu cầu chụp ảnh?
Không chỉ dừng ở số megapixel, chất lượng camera còn phụ thuộc vào khả năng chụp linh hoạt, quay video và đáp ứng các tình huống sử dụng thực tế.
Realme Neo8
Camera chính 50 MP + tele 3.5x + góc siêu rộng
Chụp linh hoạt, zoom quang học hữu ích
Honor WIN RT
Camera chính 50 MP + góc siêu rộng
Camera selfie 50 MP nổi bật, quay 4K
Đánh giá: Realme Neo8 vượt trội về camera sau đa dụng, Honor WIN RT phù hợp với người thích selfie và quay video trước.
Pin và sạc: Honor WIN RT áp đảo?
Realme Neo8: 8000 mAh, sạc nhanh 80W
Honor WIN RT: 10000 mAh, sạc 100W + sạc ngược
Honor WIN RT rõ ràng thắng thế về pin, phù hợp dùng liên tục nhiều ngày. Tuy nhiên, pin của Realme Neo8 vẫn đủ thoải mái cho 1,5–2 ngày sử dụng.
Kết luận: Nên mua Realme Neo8 hay Honor WIN RT?
Nếu bạn đang phân vân so sánh điện thoại Realme Neo8 và Honor WIN RT, câu trả lời phụ thuộc vào nhu cầu:
Chọn Realme Neo8 nếu bạn muốn hiệu năng mạnh, camera đa dụng, thiết kế gọn nhẹ và giá tốt.
Chọn Honor WIN RT nếu ưu tiên pin “trâu”, chơi game lâu, selfie đẹp và công nghệ tản nhiệt chủ động.
Xét tổng thể, Realme Neo8 có tốt hơn Honor WIN không? – Với đa số người dùng phổ thông và người mua cho giá trị lâu dài, Realme Neo8 là lựa chọn thông minh và kinh tế hơn cho năm 2026.
July 13, 2025
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion
Lady Drusilla Courtenay loves the freedom she has as a spinster. She’s free to do the work she cares about, and doesn’t have to worry about a man controlling her or her finances. When pure chance brings a reserved Scotsman and his niece to her door, the two strike a bargain. She will sponsor his niece in society, and he will give her one of his buildings for her to expand her mission. Deeply hurt in the past, Drusilla has walled off her heart and doesn’t allow anyone to breach its walls. Can this sweet, reserved man be the one to break them down?
This is the second in the series of Heirs and Spares and follows Lady Drusilla, the sister of the heroine in the first novel. Ten years have passed since, and in that time Dru’s parents have passed away and her sister is in America with her husband dealing with their business. While a strong-willed and intelligent woman, Dru is lonely. She’s created a found family for herself with the friends she’s surrounded herself and often takes in those who need help temporarily before finding other arrangements for them. I loved how brutally honest she was with herself and with others. She admits to herself that her way of living is lonely and that she’s afraid to get her heartbroken again. We get to see her be vulnerable, which adds a lot of depth to her characterization. She’s more than the scandal society paints her out to be. I really liked her as a character and was all for her journey in this story.
Murdoch is a reserved man who can be mistaken for a grump. Really, it’s just that he feels uncomfortable in society and hates the subtext and games people play. He prefers directness. He’s refreshed to discover those qualities in Dru. He falls for her first, and it was fun to watch how befuddled the poor man was. I love a shy hero, who’s anything but shy in the bedroom. The man knows how to talk (iykyk). I really enjoyed watching him get close to his niece. Their relationship was heartwarming, and he really wants the best for her.
I loved the banter and playfulness between Murdoch and Dru. They had a lot of chemistry, and it was fun to see them draw out the anticipation until they finally get together. There was also a lot of intimacy between the two as they both let the walls down. It was incredibly moving when they confided in each other.
Ms. Frampton creates complex characters that have strong character arcs and backgrounds. From the mains to the side characters, each of them is a fully realized person with hopes and dreams. What you see at surface level isn’t what you get if only you would look a little bit closer. I loved the connection between Emily and Dru. It was just as important a relationship is the one between the two MC’s.
This was a fun, enjoyable read, and as with the first, I couldn’t put it down. It’s pretty low angst, with likable characters, and a HEA that’s true to their character arcs.
Lady Drusilla Courtenay loves the freedom she has as a spinster. She’s free to do the work she cares about, and doesn’t have to worry about a man controlling her or her finances. When pure chance brings a reserved Scotsman and his niece to her door, the two strike a bargain. She will sponsor his niece in society, and he will give her one of his buildings for her to expand her mission. Deeply hurt in the past, Drusilla has walled off her heart and doesn’t allow anyone to breach its walls. Can this sweet, reserved man be the one to break them down?
This is the second in the series of Heirs and Spares and follows Lady Drusilla, the sister of the heroine in the first novel. Ten years have passed since, and in that time Dru’s parents have passed away and her sister is in America with her husband dealing with their business. While a strong-willed and intelligent woman, Dru is lonely. She’s created a found family for herself with the friends she’s surrounded herself and often takes in those who need help temporarily before finding other arrangements for them. I loved how brutally honest she was with herself and with others. She admits to herself that her way of living is lonely and that she’s afraid to get her heartbroken again. We get to see her be vulnerable, which adds a lot of depth to her characterization. She’s more than the scandal society paints her out to be. I really liked her as a character and was all for her journey in this story.
Murdoch is a reserved man who can be mistaken for a grump. Really, it’s just that he feels uncomfortable in society and hates the subtext and games people play. He prefers directness. He’s refreshed to discover those qualities in Dru. He falls for her first, and it was fun to watch how befuddled the poor man was. I love a shy hero, who’s anything but shy in the bedroom. The man knows how to talk (iykyk). I really enjoyed watching him get close to his niece. Their relationship was heartwarming, and he really wants the best for her.
I loved the banter and playfulness between Murdoch and Dru. They had a lot of chemistry, and it was fun to see them draw out the anticipation until they finally get together. There was also a lot of intimacy between the two as they both let the walls down. It was incredibly moving when they confided in each other.
Ms. Frampton creates complex characters that have strong character arcs and backgrounds. From the mains to the side characters, each of them is a fully realized person with hopes and dreams. What you see at surface level isn’t what you get if only you would look a little bit closer. I loved the connection between Emily and Dru. It was just as important a relationship is the one between the two MC’s.
This was a fun, enjoyable read, and as with the first, I couldn’t put it down. It’s pretty low angst, with likable characters, and a HEA that’s true to their character arcs.
October 1, 2025
We've got one uncoventional FMC who for the most part shuns society in favour of her work with helping individuals who are trying to escape dangerous/difficult situations. AND who takes & discards lovers at her pleasure! Add in an uncle (who just so happens to be a Scottish Earl) who is attempting to launch his neice into society with the hopes that she will go against her own wishes of meeting and falling in love at first sight.
The meet cute between Lady Dru & Murdoch just so happens to be right outside her front door when she hears raised voices and goes to investigate. With the need to always protect, women in particular, allowing them to have as much choice as possible in a world that does not easily allow it, Dru inserts herself. Yet she discovers that Emily is unlike her usual "client" in that Emily wants to get married & with all haste. Even if she does not have a groom in mind.
I enjoyed how Emily turned the tables on Dru with the help of Murdoch. Appealing to the idea that Dru assists women in helping them achieve their goals. And Emily's just so happens to be love at first sight with immediate marriage in mind. So Dru and Murdoch join forces to hopefully allow Emily the choice to at least get to know the man she might marry, to be cautious.
There is always a lot to enjoy with a Megan Frampton novel. I truly enjoyed Murdoch esp. when he gets more dominant in the spicy aspects of the novel. Which to be honest, I wanted a bit more of, especially with Dru being a woman after her own pleasure. Give me all the awkward hot AF Scottish MCs!
I truly enjoyed the supporting cast in Joey as well as Ferguson when we meet him later in the book. I truly enjoyed how much Joey became Murdoch's confidant when he was in London and provided that friendship to both MCs.
Review cont’d below:
I wish I could have connected to Dru as a character more. Yet I connected with the others a lot. I am all for a woman going after the pleasure she desires but her actions at the end of the novel with being annoyed at Murdoch for not speaking up about his feelings irked me when she had been so adamant on pretty much all their intimate occasions and others that she was NEVER going to marry. So to be annoyed at him for respecting her choice (being unable to read her mind that she had developed feelings & her thoughts on such matters having changed) further disconnected me from her character. Lady is allowed to change her mind, but how is he to know that when he is not longer even in the same country. Anywho I digress. The Scot's Seduction was a quirky read & I did enjoy it.
Thank you to the publisher for an EARC in exchange for an honest review.
The meet cute between Lady Dru & Murdoch just so happens to be right outside her front door when she hears raised voices and goes to investigate. With the need to always protect, women in particular, allowing them to have as much choice as possible in a world that does not easily allow it, Dru inserts herself. Yet she discovers that Emily is unlike her usual "client" in that Emily wants to get married & with all haste. Even if she does not have a groom in mind.
I enjoyed how Emily turned the tables on Dru with the help of Murdoch. Appealing to the idea that Dru assists women in helping them achieve their goals. And Emily's just so happens to be love at first sight with immediate marriage in mind. So Dru and Murdoch join forces to hopefully allow Emily the choice to at least get to know the man she might marry, to be cautious.
There is always a lot to enjoy with a Megan Frampton novel. I truly enjoyed Murdoch esp. when he gets more dominant in the spicy aspects of the novel. Which to be honest, I wanted a bit more of, especially with Dru being a woman after her own pleasure. Give me all the awkward hot AF Scottish MCs!
I truly enjoyed the supporting cast in Joey as well as Ferguson when we meet him later in the book. I truly enjoyed how much Joey became Murdoch's confidant when he was in London and provided that friendship to both MCs.
Review cont’d below:
I wish I could have connected to Dru as a character more. Yet I connected with the others a lot. I am all for a woman going after the pleasure she desires but her actions at the end of the novel with being annoyed at Murdoch for not speaking up about his feelings irked me when she had been so adamant on pretty much all their intimate occasions and others that she was NEVER going to marry. So to be annoyed at him for respecting her choice (being unable to read her mind that she had developed feelings & her thoughts on such matters having changed) further disconnected me from her character. Lady is allowed to change her mind, but how is he to know that when he is not longer even in the same country. Anywho I digress. The Scot's Seduction was a quirky read & I did enjoy it.
Thank you to the publisher for an EARC in exchange for an honest review.
September 21, 2025
Raised by eccentric parents, Lady Drusilla “Dru” Courtenay is not your average aristocrat, as she doesn’t really care what society thinks of her and has no desire to marry. She lives life on her own terms but is careful not to be too brazen about her choices. She might be whispered about, but she doesn’t want to be a pariah, as that would hurt the people she is determined to help. After dismissing her latest lover, she focuses on her true purpose, helping those in need. She desperately wants to buy a large property that could serve multiple purposes; to house people, teach them a craft and have a shop to sell the goods they make. Dru has a modiste fortune of her own, but to fund a project this large is beyond her means. She is discussing that very point with her friend and secretary of sorts, Miss Joey, when they hear a commotion outside and go to investigate. It is then that she meets Murdoch Cragmore, the Earl of Cragmore and his niece and ward, Miss Emily Davenport. Little does Dru know but her life is about to change forever.
Murdoch Cragmore would rather stay in Scotland with his sheep and his account books than suffer the season in London, but Emily is the only child of his beloved late sister, and he knows that she wanted Emily to have season. He is willing to endure the season but is concerned that Emily seems dead set on falling in love at first sight and marrying immediately, something they are arguing about when Lady Drusilla intervenes. It takes some doing, but they manage to get Dru to sponsor Emily in exchange for the deed to a building for her project. But nothing goes as planned and Murdoch soon finds himself falling in love a woman who has made it clear that she is not interested in forever.
This was fast paced, fun read with interesting and likable characters. The story has something for every reader, there is betrayal, found family, kittens, warm love scenes, salacious stuffed animals, great secondary characters, laugh out loud moments, and finally a HEA complete with an epilogue. I will freely admit that I prefer historical romance stories to comply with the strictures of the era in which they are set, and this book doesn’t do that – it is 100% a contemporary in period dress. Despite playing fast and loose with historical accuracy, I did enjoy the story and would happily recommend it.
3.5 stars, rounded up.
*I am voluntarily leaving a review for an eARC that I requested and was provided to me by the publisher/author. All opinions in this review are my own. *
Murdoch Cragmore would rather stay in Scotland with his sheep and his account books than suffer the season in London, but Emily is the only child of his beloved late sister, and he knows that she wanted Emily to have season. He is willing to endure the season but is concerned that Emily seems dead set on falling in love at first sight and marrying immediately, something they are arguing about when Lady Drusilla intervenes. It takes some doing, but they manage to get Dru to sponsor Emily in exchange for the deed to a building for her project. But nothing goes as planned and Murdoch soon finds himself falling in love a woman who has made it clear that she is not interested in forever.
This was fast paced, fun read with interesting and likable characters. The story has something for every reader, there is betrayal, found family, kittens, warm love scenes, salacious stuffed animals, great secondary characters, laugh out loud moments, and finally a HEA complete with an epilogue. I will freely admit that I prefer historical romance stories to comply with the strictures of the era in which they are set, and this book doesn’t do that – it is 100% a contemporary in period dress. Despite playing fast and loose with historical accuracy, I did enjoy the story and would happily recommend it.
3.5 stars, rounded up.
*I am voluntarily leaving a review for an eARC that I requested and was provided to me by the publisher/author. All opinions in this review are my own. *
September 23, 2025
4 ⭐️
You might remember Lady Drusilla from The Devil’s Charm, the prior book in this series. She’s the cooky sister with a penchant for taxidermy animals…one’s she now poses in rather risque scenes 😉 We meet her again in this book as an adult with a household of her own filled with women, children, and other misfits she’s decided to help over the years. And when we meet her in this book, she’s breaking it off with her latest lover. She’s a refreshing and fun heroine who’s strong in her convictions and unafraid of pleasure.
This author excels at creating characters you are instantly and immediately invested in. As soon as Lady Dru is on page, you’re endeared to her, and this is compounded after her hilarious meet-cute with the Earl of Cragmore. Murdoch is a hot Scot who’s more than a little reserved and now tasked with introducing his ward niece into society. A misunderstanding leads to the two striking a bargain for Dru’s help in exchange for one of his properties. What proceeds is a hilarious makeover for our gruff Scot, lessons in proper ballroom decorum, and smoking hot sexual tension between the pair.
At some point, the roles reverse, and while Drusilla is normally the seductress in most situations, Murdoch flips the script and becomes the seducer. His normally shy & silent behavior is replaced by a dirty-talking beast in the bed, and it was so enjoyable to watch him tempt our girl. He knows holding out on her, and this slow seduction, is not something she’s experienced before, but something she both wants and needs. It’s ultimately why I knew these two were going to work out in the long run, despite her initial aversion to marriage and his fear that she wouldn’t fit his more sedate lifestyle.
As always, Frampton delivers a low-angst good time with just the right mix of spice and silly side characters. Her characters are always ones I can relate to, and the situations she puts them in feel believable, but still the appropriate level of bonkers for a historical romance.
Thank you to NetGalley and publishers for an eARC of this book. All opinions are my own.
You might remember Lady Drusilla from The Devil’s Charm, the prior book in this series. She’s the cooky sister with a penchant for taxidermy animals…one’s she now poses in rather risque scenes 😉 We meet her again in this book as an adult with a household of her own filled with women, children, and other misfits she’s decided to help over the years. And when we meet her in this book, she’s breaking it off with her latest lover. She’s a refreshing and fun heroine who’s strong in her convictions and unafraid of pleasure.
This author excels at creating characters you are instantly and immediately invested in. As soon as Lady Dru is on page, you’re endeared to her, and this is compounded after her hilarious meet-cute with the Earl of Cragmore. Murdoch is a hot Scot who’s more than a little reserved and now tasked with introducing his ward niece into society. A misunderstanding leads to the two striking a bargain for Dru’s help in exchange for one of his properties. What proceeds is a hilarious makeover for our gruff Scot, lessons in proper ballroom decorum, and smoking hot sexual tension between the pair.
At some point, the roles reverse, and while Drusilla is normally the seductress in most situations, Murdoch flips the script and becomes the seducer. His normally shy & silent behavior is replaced by a dirty-talking beast in the bed, and it was so enjoyable to watch him tempt our girl. He knows holding out on her, and this slow seduction, is not something she’s experienced before, but something she both wants and needs. It’s ultimately why I knew these two were going to work out in the long run, despite her initial aversion to marriage and his fear that she wouldn’t fit his more sedate lifestyle.
As always, Frampton delivers a low-angst good time with just the right mix of spice and silly side characters. Her characters are always ones I can relate to, and the situations she puts them in feel believable, but still the appropriate level of bonkers for a historical romance.
Thank you to NetGalley and publishers for an eARC of this book. All opinions are my own.
September 30, 2025
This was a steamy novel of two people from different worlds falling in love. The heroine was an eccentric aristocratice lady in London who had sworn off love and lasting relationships preferring flings where she dumped the men when she was done with them. The hero was a shy Scottish earl who was the guardian of his seventeen year old, debutante niece that he had never met. Paths crossed and the H and h were thrown into each other’s paths. The characters were well developed so much so that I found a few of them completely unlikable. The niece originally came off as spoiled and a bit mean and dismissive of her Scottish uncle because she had grown up in England. The heroine was also judgmental and rigid in her beliefs. She projected her own experiences and failures on others which totally went against her character of helping those in need. Her instinct for helping other’s seemed unclear. I couldn’t decide if she was truly altruistic or if she was driven by her own past. The main couple parted ways with the H leaving with a broken heart but feeling he was respecting her wishes. Even the road to the happy ending had the heroine being difficult and coming from a place of being unwilling to compromise for love and a life together. It took the words and influence of other people to get through to her, but I still feel the H was the one making most of the concessions and changes throughout the story. Her stubbornness as well as some of the judgments and some of the comments about him being an oaf in the beginning were hard to get over since his character was seemed so shy, awkward, and vulnerable about his ability to fit in with London society. However, there was a HEA for all that seemed to create a unique little family. I did enjoy the writing and the plot. The story contained witty banter and humorous scenes that made me laugh about loud. I just didn’t always like the heroine and her approach to situations.
I received a copy of this book from Net Galley and am voluntarily leaving this review.
I received a copy of this book from Net Galley and am voluntarily leaving this review.
September 21, 2025
After reading Megan Frampton's first book in the Heirs & Spares series, I was thrilled to have the chance to see what would be next. I enjoyed the eccentric Courtenay family, and found the younger daughter Drusilla to be quite charming. I knew Drusilla would be a spitfire when it was her time to be in the spotlight.
It's ten years later than the first book and Lady Drusilla Courtenay is forging her own path. She's determined to remain unmarried & independent. Dru is on the edge of London Society due to her free-spirited lifestyle, but no one has the courage to oust her entirely because of all the good work she does for others in need. Through a chance meeting Drusilla becomes acquainted with Murdoch, Earl of Cragmore, and his niece Emily who is his ward after his sister & brother in-law passed. Murdoch is in over his head with Emily's first Season to begin shortly. He has no use for the Ton or their silliness. He prefers caring for his estate in Scotland to the drawing rooms and balls of London. Drusilla agrees to sponsor Emily, from there the fun & games begin!
There's an instant attraction between Drusilla & Murdoch, yet they both fight it. Drusilla assumes Murdoch is gruff and grumbly, but soon sees the quick wit and quiet strength underneath the front he puts out to keep others at arms reach. Murdoch is deeply drawn to Drusilla, but tries to respect her desire for independence and agrees to an affair that will last for just the Season. They also have their hands full with Emily, who is certain she'll find "True Love" and marry in her first Season just like her mother did.
Megan Frampton's wonderful writing shines through as she skillfully crafts a beautiful story of how the reserved Scot and the free-spirited Lady fall in love, face challenges, work things through and learn the power of compromise. I really enjoyed it and look forward to reading more by this author.
Thank you NetGalley & Megan Frampton for the ARC. My reviews are my own opinions.
It's ten years later than the first book and Lady Drusilla Courtenay is forging her own path. She's determined to remain unmarried & independent. Dru is on the edge of London Society due to her free-spirited lifestyle, but no one has the courage to oust her entirely because of all the good work she does for others in need. Through a chance meeting Drusilla becomes acquainted with Murdoch, Earl of Cragmore, and his niece Emily who is his ward after his sister & brother in-law passed. Murdoch is in over his head with Emily's first Season to begin shortly. He has no use for the Ton or their silliness. He prefers caring for his estate in Scotland to the drawing rooms and balls of London. Drusilla agrees to sponsor Emily, from there the fun & games begin!
There's an instant attraction between Drusilla & Murdoch, yet they both fight it. Drusilla assumes Murdoch is gruff and grumbly, but soon sees the quick wit and quiet strength underneath the front he puts out to keep others at arms reach. Murdoch is deeply drawn to Drusilla, but tries to respect her desire for independence and agrees to an affair that will last for just the Season. They also have their hands full with Emily, who is certain she'll find "True Love" and marry in her first Season just like her mother did.
Megan Frampton's wonderful writing shines through as she skillfully crafts a beautiful story of how the reserved Scot and the free-spirited Lady fall in love, face challenges, work things through and learn the power of compromise. I really enjoyed it and look forward to reading more by this author.
Thank you NetGalley & Megan Frampton for the ARC. My reviews are my own opinions.
October 22, 2025
💫 Review: the Scots Seduction--- Heirs and Spares #4 by Megan Frampton 💫I absolutely devoured Megan Frampton’s latest Heirs and Spares romance—and my heart is still swooning 💕A deliciously fun romance that swept me off my feet! Lady Drusilla Courtenay is everything I adore in a heroine—fiercely independent, witty, and unapologetically herself. She wants to help other women be independent too. Watching her spar and slowly soften with Murdoch, the brooding Earl of Cragmore, was pure joy. Their chemistry crackled, their banter sparkled and in all the right ways.
They come together to help Murdoch’s niece find a husband. After realizing a chemistry between them they decide to have some fun, no strings, till the end of the season. They don’t count on feelings that change everything.
The perfect mix of wit, slow-burn, chemistry and don’t forget the spice. You won’t be able to put it down.
This story isn’t just about romance—it’s about agency, dreams, and the courage to love without losing yourself. I especially loved how Drusilla’s passion for helping other women echoed through the story. And Murdoch? A quiet, loyal Scotsman who sees her for exactly who she is and loves her all the more. Swoon.
✨ Favorite moment: When Drusilla proposes something scandalous and Murdoch doesn’t flinch—he just listens. That quiet respect? Everything.
📚 Absolutely have to read this exciting story. Especially to anyone who loves strong heroines, slow-burn passion, and a dash of Scottish charm. Megan Frampton knows how to tell a story. She creates unique characters with their own great stories. And detailed. It’s one of the reasons I love her.
They come together to help Murdoch’s niece find a husband. After realizing a chemistry between them they decide to have some fun, no strings, till the end of the season. They don’t count on feelings that change everything.
The perfect mix of wit, slow-burn, chemistry and don’t forget the spice. You won’t be able to put it down.
This story isn’t just about romance—it’s about agency, dreams, and the courage to love without losing yourself. I especially loved how Drusilla’s passion for helping other women echoed through the story. And Murdoch? A quiet, loyal Scotsman who sees her for exactly who she is and loves her all the more. Swoon.
✨ Favorite moment: When Drusilla proposes something scandalous and Murdoch doesn’t flinch—he just listens. That quiet respect? Everything.
📚 Absolutely have to read this exciting story. Especially to anyone who loves strong heroines, slow-burn passion, and a dash of Scottish charm. Megan Frampton knows how to tell a story. She creates unique characters with their own great stories. And detailed. It’s one of the reasons I love her.
September 28, 2025
Lady Drusilla Courtenay is a wealthy young woman who enjoys helping other women who have been downtrodden in life. She also enjoys her love affairs that she conducts discretely.
One day, a man and young woman appear to be scuffling on her doorstep. Intervening, she invites them inside to see what the problem is. Miss Emily Davenport is arguing with her uncle and guardian, Murdoch, the Earl of Cragmore, a large Scotsman. Murdoch wants Emily to have her season but he wants her to take her time meeting young men and finding just the one man she wishes to marry. Emily, on the other hand, wants her season, but she also wants to marry right away just as her deceased parents had done. She thinks it’s quite romantic. When Emily says she doesn’t her oaf of an uncle presenting her, she asks Drusilla to do so who at first declines her request but later agrees to help her.
Drusilla is always looking for places to house some of the women and children she helps so when Murdoch offers her a building for her help, she readily agrees. Knowing much must be done, she insists that Emily and her uncle move in with her so they can work closely together to get Emily prepared for her debut.
I have always loved this author’s books and this one is especially good with the author’s signature humor and quirky characters. You will love this story as it keeps us guessing whether the hero and heroine will finally end up together. Don’t miss it!
Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
One day, a man and young woman appear to be scuffling on her doorstep. Intervening, she invites them inside to see what the problem is. Miss Emily Davenport is arguing with her uncle and guardian, Murdoch, the Earl of Cragmore, a large Scotsman. Murdoch wants Emily to have her season but he wants her to take her time meeting young men and finding just the one man she wishes to marry. Emily, on the other hand, wants her season, but she also wants to marry right away just as her deceased parents had done. She thinks it’s quite romantic. When Emily says she doesn’t her oaf of an uncle presenting her, she asks Drusilla to do so who at first declines her request but later agrees to help her.
Drusilla is always looking for places to house some of the women and children she helps so when Murdoch offers her a building for her help, she readily agrees. Knowing much must be done, she insists that Emily and her uncle move in with her so they can work closely together to get Emily prepared for her debut.
I have always loved this author’s books and this one is especially good with the author’s signature humor and quirky characters. You will love this story as it keeps us guessing whether the hero and heroine will finally end up together. Don’t miss it!
Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
October 1, 2025
Like most of Frampton's books, this was fun, sexy, silly, and finished in about 2 hours.
OK, OK, you want more? Drusilla is a 28-year-old "confirmed spinster": she was unlucky in love when she was young and has sworn off the institution of marriage. (But not off of men: she's had plenty of liaisons that she just has to cut off when the men get a little too attached.) She hasn't quite cut off her connections with Society, because she needs to maintain a minimum of respectability to carry out her true calling: helping disadvantaged women and children. Which is how she meets Murdoch, who happens to have a loud disagreement with his niece practically on Drusilla's doorstep. Drusilla charges out, ready to defend the young woman, only to discover that Murdoch is only trying to convince his niece that she should maybe wait to get married instead of expecting to meet the love of her life at her first ball.
After a short negotiation (I said this was a short book, right?) Drusilla ends up sponsoring his niece in Society and seducing/being seduced by Murdoch on the side. While I did say this was sexy, I have to admit that there was a little bit more talking than showing. Murdoch is a big Scot who knows how to use his mouth ... to TALK. I wouldn't have minded a few extra steamy scenes, although what we get is certainly sexy!
Pick this up for a fun time.
13-Word Summaries:
Meg: Drusilla is only into casual flings. Murdoch believes the actual words she says.
Laine: I'm for waiting upping the sexy ante, as long as it pays out.
This objective review is based on a complimentary copy of the novel.
OK, OK, you want more? Drusilla is a 28-year-old "confirmed spinster": she was unlucky in love when she was young and has sworn off the institution of marriage. (But not off of men: she's had plenty of liaisons that she just has to cut off when the men get a little too attached.) She hasn't quite cut off her connections with Society, because she needs to maintain a minimum of respectability to carry out her true calling: helping disadvantaged women and children. Which is how she meets Murdoch, who happens to have a loud disagreement with his niece practically on Drusilla's doorstep. Drusilla charges out, ready to defend the young woman, only to discover that Murdoch is only trying to convince his niece that she should maybe wait to get married instead of expecting to meet the love of her life at her first ball.
After a short negotiation (I said this was a short book, right?) Drusilla ends up sponsoring his niece in Society and seducing/being seduced by Murdoch on the side. While I did say this was sexy, I have to admit that there was a little bit more talking than showing. Murdoch is a big Scot who knows how to use his mouth ... to TALK. I wouldn't have minded a few extra steamy scenes, although what we get is certainly sexy!
Pick this up for a fun time.
13-Word Summaries:
Meg: Drusilla is only into casual flings. Murdoch believes the actual words she says.
Laine: I'm for waiting upping the sexy ante, as long as it pays out.
This objective review is based on a complimentary copy of the novel.
October 11, 2025
I loved this 2nd book in Megan Frampton's "Heirs and Spares" series, even more than the first one!
In this book, Drusilla is an unconventional wealthy titled lady (the sister of Diantha from the first book). Her goal in life is to help needy people, especially families and children who need a skill and a job. She sees Emily and Murdoch out of her window and it looks like they're fighting so she gets involved.
Murdoch is charged with shepherding his niece Emily through her Season. They get to know Drusilla and she agrees to help Emily. Along the way she and Murdoch get to know each other. Drusilla is likely to cause trouble in the Ton, so she distances herself from them after a couple of failed parties.
Drusilla never wanted to get married and Murdoch lives in rural Scotland so it didn't seem like they would be able to get together but when there's a will there's a way :) There were also some fun side characters that helped the story along and Emily, the niece was a sweet person who was just learning how to live after being orphaned. I really enjoyed the characters and it was very romantic which I always enjoy.
I received an advanced copy and am giving an honest review.
In this book, Drusilla is an unconventional wealthy titled lady (the sister of Diantha from the first book). Her goal in life is to help needy people, especially families and children who need a skill and a job. She sees Emily and Murdoch out of her window and it looks like they're fighting so she gets involved.
Murdoch is charged with shepherding his niece Emily through her Season. They get to know Drusilla and she agrees to help Emily. Along the way she and Murdoch get to know each other. Drusilla is likely to cause trouble in the Ton, so she distances herself from them after a couple of failed parties.
Drusilla never wanted to get married and Murdoch lives in rural Scotland so it didn't seem like they would be able to get together but when there's a will there's a way :) There were also some fun side characters that helped the story along and Emily, the niece was a sweet person who was just learning how to live after being orphaned. I really enjoyed the characters and it was very romantic which I always enjoy.
I received an advanced copy and am giving an honest review.
August 25, 2025
After a failed romance, Lady Drusilla Courtenay decides that she doesn't want to get married at all and dedicates herself to assisting and protecting women and children with her wealth and status.
When she intercedes in a disagreement between Murdoch, Earl of Cragmore, and his niece, they strike a bargain. Dru will help Emily and Murdoch navigate the Season and Murdoch will provide her with a building so she can expand her ability to assist others.
Obviously, Dru and Murdoch are into each other. Dru proposes a physical relationship that will end with the Season or when Emily gets married. The crux of their conflict is that she repeatedly says she does not want to get married or have any long-term relationship and he's a introvert that enjoys living in Scotland with his sheep and goats and whatever else. She needs to be in the city to help people. And that they never actually directly discuss what being together would mean and how they would do it. But it wouldn't be half as much fun if everyone was direct and honest. :)
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
When she intercedes in a disagreement between Murdoch, Earl of Cragmore, and his niece, they strike a bargain. Dru will help Emily and Murdoch navigate the Season and Murdoch will provide her with a building so she can expand her ability to assist others.
Obviously, Dru and Murdoch are into each other. Dru proposes a physical relationship that will end with the Season or when Emily gets married. The crux of their conflict is that she repeatedly says she does not want to get married or have any long-term relationship and he's a introvert that enjoys living in Scotland with his sheep and goats and whatever else. She needs to be in the city to help people. And that they never actually directly discuss what being together would mean and how they would do it. But it wouldn't be half as much fun if everyone was direct and honest. :)
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
July 21, 2025
Lady Druscilla walks the line of London society—technically part of the ton, but known for her independence and disregard for its rigid rules. She has no intention of marrying and devotes her time to helping others. Enter Murdoch, a gruff Scottish earl unaccustomed to social niceties, who finds himself in need of help launching his spirited niece, Emily, into society. Druscilla agrees to assist, and the two opposites are soon caught up in the chaos of a London season.
This was an enjoyable, if slightly over-the-top, Regency read. Lady Druscilla’s characterization as a free-spirited, rule-breaking progressive felt exaggerated at times, and Murdoch was the classic reticent Highlander trope. Still, their dynamic was entertaining, the chemistry steamy, and the pacing brisk. While the plot leaned heavily into melodrama and the ending was fairly predictable, the novel had charm, likable supporting characters, and enough wit to satisfy fans of historical romance looking for a quick, fun escape.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
This was an enjoyable, if slightly over-the-top, Regency read. Lady Druscilla’s characterization as a free-spirited, rule-breaking progressive felt exaggerated at times, and Murdoch was the classic reticent Highlander trope. Still, their dynamic was entertaining, the chemistry steamy, and the pacing brisk. While the plot leaned heavily into melodrama and the ending was fairly predictable, the novel had charm, likable supporting characters, and enough wit to satisfy fans of historical romance looking for a quick, fun escape.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
September 27, 2025
She’s the rake…
Lady Drusilla is an independent, smart, pragmatic lady who enjoys her romps with her lovers. Unfortunately, they all fall in love with her. Drusilla is unconventional in the fact that she will take a lover but vows to never wed. She was once in love as a young teenager, ten years ago, but he was a cad and already married. Now, she is independently wealthy and has her own townhouse. She wants to do more though, and that takes serious money.
Murdoch is a Scottish earl with a brainless niece he is attempting to debut, but he is clear that he wants her to carefully choose her husband and not marry the furst man who asks, like she wants to do. Murdoch is a gentle giant who thinks before he speaks. He is of course, fascinated by Drusilla. He strikes a deal with her. Drusilla will help him with Emily and he will fund her endeavor. She throws in a side hustle, steamy times with Murdoch in her bed as a benefit. It will just be for the season. Times ticking…
Highly recommend.
Purchased.
Lady Drusilla is an independent, smart, pragmatic lady who enjoys her romps with her lovers. Unfortunately, they all fall in love with her. Drusilla is unconventional in the fact that she will take a lover but vows to never wed. She was once in love as a young teenager, ten years ago, but he was a cad and already married. Now, she is independently wealthy and has her own townhouse. She wants to do more though, and that takes serious money.
Murdoch is a Scottish earl with a brainless niece he is attempting to debut, but he is clear that he wants her to carefully choose her husband and not marry the furst man who asks, like she wants to do. Murdoch is a gentle giant who thinks before he speaks. He is of course, fascinated by Drusilla. He strikes a deal with her. Drusilla will help him with Emily and he will fund her endeavor. She throws in a side hustle, steamy times with Murdoch in her bed as a benefit. It will just be for the season. Times ticking…
Highly recommend.
Purchased.
September 22, 2025
Lady Drusilla Courtenay has sworn off marriage but has been known to have an affair or two keeping her on the outskirts of society. When Scottish Murdoch, Earl of Cragmore, arrives at her door and asks for her help with his niece’s debut she cannot resist helping the attractive Earl who is so out of his depth. Drusilla must transform both Murdoch and his niece into society darlings and a few stolen kisses from Murdoch make it well worth the effort.
This was a fast-paced and easy read. Several of the plot points were a bit on the melodramatic side, but it was all in good fun. I did find it fun that Murdoch’s niece wanted desperately to marry instead of the more common trope of resisting society’s marital pressure and it was him that wanted her to take things slowly and fall in love. Murdoch and Dru have fun banter throughout the book and the chemistry between the pair is wonderful.
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This was a fast-paced and easy read. Several of the plot points were a bit on the melodramatic side, but it was all in good fun. I did find it fun that Murdoch’s niece wanted desperately to marry instead of the more common trope of resisting society’s marital pressure and it was him that wanted her to take things slowly and fall in love. Murdoch and Dru have fun banter throughout the book and the chemistry between the pair is wonderful.
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
September 28, 2025
Murdoch and his niece Emily move in with Drusilla while Emily has her come out. That's when Dru and Murdoch realize they both have the hots for each other. They are perfect together-Dru is very independent and does not conform to society's conventions. She doesn't want to get married. Murdoch is someone who tries to make himself invisible. He's also quiet and both of them are loners.
She helps bring him out of his shell and he introduces her to delayed gratification. This is a very hot slow burn that "edges" the reader on.
My ONLY qualm about when they finally do have intercourse, is there is NO way she would've wanted him to finish in her. She doesn't want to be tied down in marriage. I was disappointed in them not discussing it, him not being considerate, and her not setting a boundary.
Thank you to Megan Frampton and Avon for the copy of this book. Opinions are my own.
She helps bring him out of his shell and he introduces her to delayed gratification. This is a very hot slow burn that "edges" the reader on.
My ONLY qualm about when they finally do have intercourse, is there is NO way she would've wanted him to finish in her. She doesn't want to be tied down in marriage. I was disappointed in them not discussing it, him not being considerate, and her not setting a boundary.
Thank you to Megan Frampton and Avon for the copy of this book. Opinions are my own.
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October 5, 2025
This one was a lot of fun to read. Drusilla is the ultimate spinster, taking lovers and refusing marriage proposals. Mostly due to a past heartbreak and a need to stay independent. She spends most of her time as an eccentric lady helping out women and children who need assistance. And somehow, she gets entangled with a young lady who needs guidance with her debut and the lady’s grumpy uncle Murdoch. He’s a Scottish earl who’s in town with his orphaned niece and pretty much has no idea what he’s doing. Drusilla is great with the niece and also great at seducing the burly earl. It’s a no strings attached arrangement, except for all those pesky feelings that develop. Loved it.
November 14, 2025
This was a quick and fun HR with a modern feel. Lady Drusilla stands out as a fiercely independent woman who helps women and children, avoids marriage, and enjoys her freedom. Murdoch, a reserved Scottish earl, joins her to launch his niece into society. Their chemistry is strong and the banter makes this is a super easy read. Loved the supporting characters, Joey and Emily. The book is sex-positive and showcases agency, but I did want a little more showing or steam in the actual romance. The historical setting is loosely based, so expect contemporary attitudes in a corset. Either way, if you want a cozy, low-stakes romance with quirky characters, this a good one.
August 7, 2025
This was a cute, quick read!
The chemistry between Drusilla and Murdoch was well-written (I’m always a sucker for a mouthy character realizing they like to be told what to do!) and the side characters — especially Joey — we were fleshed out and felt real.
I think Murdoch fell in love a bit too soon, but the aftermath of that was well handled. I liked that he didn’t push for marriage and that he understood that his feelings were on him to deal with.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC to review!
The chemistry between Drusilla and Murdoch was well-written (I’m always a sucker for a mouthy character realizing they like to be told what to do!) and the side characters — especially Joey — we were fleshed out and felt real.
I think Murdoch fell in love a bit too soon, but the aftermath of that was well handled. I liked that he didn’t push for marriage and that he understood that his feelings were on him to deal with.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC to review!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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