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An Earl Like No Other
A handsome earl discovers his new housekeeper is full of surprises in this Regency romance by the author of Rules for an Unmarried Lady.When all seemed lost . . . Katherine Gardiner, a young English widow, has only one to protect her son—a future duke—from her merciless father-in-law. Determined and desperate, she has no option but to take the guise of a housekeeper and escape to Yorkshire where the only hope is the enigmatic Earl of Kenrick . . .. . . love saved the day In all his years spent roaming the world, Jeremy Chilton never braced himself for the burden of a much-damaged inheritance. Now, the new Earl of Kenrick must save his family legacy and raise his motherless young daughter as a proper English lady. His only salvation is his beautiful housekeeper, Kate. But as her secrets unravel, much that is puzzling about her falls into place. No wonder the Earl has caught himself imagining her more wife than employee. Clearly she belongs at Kenrick—safe in his arms. Now, if only he can convince her to agree . . .
274 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2014
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Wilma Counts
19 books38 followersBefore moving to Nevada in 1994, Wilma Counts taught high school English and social studies in Germany to dependents of American forces stationed there. She loved the kids, but hated meaningless paperwork. She especially enjoyed her work with Advance Placement English, Model United Nations, and student exchanges with a Russian school.
Wilma grew up in Oregon, a product of the Leave It To Beaver era. She holds degrees in education and international relations. Having traveled widely, she is keenly interested in politics and international relations. She freely admits to being a C-SPAN junkie.
A member of the Romance Writers of America, she has written two Regency novels and a novella for Zebra. Willed to Wed is slated for publication in September, '99, and My Lady Governess in February, '00. Her current projects include another Regency and a novel set in the American West. She contributes a regular column on grammar and usage to the local RWA newsletter. Besides her interest in travel and writing, Wilma is an avid reader and she loves to cook, garden, and gamble—not necessarily in that order.
Wilma grew up in Oregon, a product of the Leave It To Beaver era. She holds degrees in education and international relations. Having traveled widely, she is keenly interested in politics and international relations. She freely admits to being a C-SPAN junkie.
A member of the Romance Writers of America, she has written two Regency novels and a novella for Zebra. Willed to Wed is slated for publication in September, '99, and My Lady Governess in February, '00. Her current projects include another Regency and a novel set in the American West. She contributes a regular column on grammar and usage to the local RWA newsletter. Besides her interest in travel and writing, Wilma is an avid reader and she loves to cook, garden, and gamble—not necessarily in that order.
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September 7, 2016
I've given this a C+ at AAR, so 3.5 stars.
This is the first book I’ve read by this author, and I feel compelled to explain up front that in spite of the middling rating, I actually enjoyed it very much. The novel tells the story of a man struggling to make a go of an unexpected inheritance, and a widow who is trying to protect her young son from his harsh and dictorial grandfather.
Jeremy Chilton, the third son of the Earl of Kenrick, has spent the past decade living with a tribe of Arapaho Indians in America, and is content with his life. He enjoys the freedom and the company of his four-year-old daughter, Cassandra – or Little Willow, as she prefers to be known. But all that is about to change, as he discovers that both his elder brothers have been killed in an accident, and that his father died shortly afterwards. He had never intended to return to England, but he now realises he has no alternative. While he is not overjoyed at the idea of taking up his place among the British nobility, he’s an honourable man and feels a strong sense of responsibility toward the tenants and farmers on the Kenrick estate.
One year later, Lady Katherine Gardiner has fled the home of the Duke of Wynstan with her young son Ned, who, following the death of her husband, is now the duke’s heir. Thinking that it would be a good idea for Ned to grow up on the estate he will one day own, Kate took Ned to his grandfather, only to discover that the old man planned to impose a very harsh regime upon the boy and to treat him cruelly. Mother and son were virtual prisoners until she managed to find a way for them to escape.
Arrived in London, she presents herself to Mr. Phillips, who, as well as being the family solicitor was a friend of her late husband’s. Kate’s family cast her off when she married a penniless younger son, and she has no one else to turn to. Phillips is also the solicitor for the recently returned Earl of Kenrick, and thinks he might be able to do both Kate and Kenrick a favour. Kenrick’s estate is in Yorkshire, miles from Wynstan’s Devonshire estate, and he has only recently applied to Phillips for help in engaging a suitable housekeeper.
His father and brothers never spent any time or money on the estate with the effect that things are in a very poor way. Jeremy believes it is possible to turn things around, but not without a massive effort and lots of hard work on his part, so he spends all his time working on the land or drawing up plans for improvements and has no time to devote to the management of his household. Kate readily agrees to the plan, although she begs Phillips not to disclose the truth of her situation to the earl, and travels to Yorkshire as plain Mrs. Katherine Arthur.
I became quickly caught up in Jeremy’s battle to save his estate, not only for himself, but for all his dependents. Like so many aristocrats of the time, he is land-rich, but cash-poor, and until he learns of the outcome of some of the investments he has made in certain trading endeavours, he is operating on money from mortgages and other loans. To add to those worries, he is concerned that his daughter has lost her sparkle and become quiet and withdrawn, and he also has to contend with the fact that his neighbour and sole creditor, Sir Eldridge Mortimer, is trying to blackmail him into marrying his daughter.
Kate and Jeremy are likeable, well-adjusted characters with no wagons of emotional baggage or dark and tortured souls. Kate is an efficient housekeeper, although Jeremy begins to have his suspicions that she is not quite who she seems to be, suspicions which are further increased when his younger brother comes to visit and reveals that he had known Kate in Spain and Portugal when she’d followed the drum.
I said at the beginning of this review that I enjoyed the book more than my rating would seem to indicate. The reason for that grade is that the romance is rather under-developed. Kate and Jeremy are obviously attracted to each other, but their relationship is very low-key, and I would have liked a little more of a spark between them. I like that Kate is no simpering miss, and is honest with herself about her feelings for her employer, but her “I’m in love with him!” moment comes rather out of the blue, as does his. On the positive side, they’re clearly comfortable together, and the fact that their children are playmates brings them together both physically and emotionally, providing a sound basis for their relationship. I just didn’t buy that they were passionately in love with each other.
My other main criticism is that the ending drags on a bit. It’s difficult to explain fully without spoilers, so I’ll just say that it’s somewhat anticlimactic given previous events, and things should have been wrapped up a chapter or so earlier.
Those issues apart, An Earl Like No Other is a good, solid read, and the author certainly tells an enjoyable story. The romance could have been played a little more strongly, but if you’re not expecting a steamy romance, and want an engaging story featuring decent, un-emotionally scarred protagonists facing realistic situations, then with those caveats in mind, I’d certainly recommend it.
This is the first book I’ve read by this author, and I feel compelled to explain up front that in spite of the middling rating, I actually enjoyed it very much. The novel tells the story of a man struggling to make a go of an unexpected inheritance, and a widow who is trying to protect her young son from his harsh and dictorial grandfather.
Jeremy Chilton, the third son of the Earl of Kenrick, has spent the past decade living with a tribe of Arapaho Indians in America, and is content with his life. He enjoys the freedom and the company of his four-year-old daughter, Cassandra – or Little Willow, as she prefers to be known. But all that is about to change, as he discovers that both his elder brothers have been killed in an accident, and that his father died shortly afterwards. He had never intended to return to England, but he now realises he has no alternative. While he is not overjoyed at the idea of taking up his place among the British nobility, he’s an honourable man and feels a strong sense of responsibility toward the tenants and farmers on the Kenrick estate.
One year later, Lady Katherine Gardiner has fled the home of the Duke of Wynstan with her young son Ned, who, following the death of her husband, is now the duke’s heir. Thinking that it would be a good idea for Ned to grow up on the estate he will one day own, Kate took Ned to his grandfather, only to discover that the old man planned to impose a very harsh regime upon the boy and to treat him cruelly. Mother and son were virtual prisoners until she managed to find a way for them to escape.
Arrived in London, she presents herself to Mr. Phillips, who, as well as being the family solicitor was a friend of her late husband’s. Kate’s family cast her off when she married a penniless younger son, and she has no one else to turn to. Phillips is also the solicitor for the recently returned Earl of Kenrick, and thinks he might be able to do both Kate and Kenrick a favour. Kenrick’s estate is in Yorkshire, miles from Wynstan’s Devonshire estate, and he has only recently applied to Phillips for help in engaging a suitable housekeeper.
His father and brothers never spent any time or money on the estate with the effect that things are in a very poor way. Jeremy believes it is possible to turn things around, but not without a massive effort and lots of hard work on his part, so he spends all his time working on the land or drawing up plans for improvements and has no time to devote to the management of his household. Kate readily agrees to the plan, although she begs Phillips not to disclose the truth of her situation to the earl, and travels to Yorkshire as plain Mrs. Katherine Arthur.
I became quickly caught up in Jeremy’s battle to save his estate, not only for himself, but for all his dependents. Like so many aristocrats of the time, he is land-rich, but cash-poor, and until he learns of the outcome of some of the investments he has made in certain trading endeavours, he is operating on money from mortgages and other loans. To add to those worries, he is concerned that his daughter has lost her sparkle and become quiet and withdrawn, and he also has to contend with the fact that his neighbour and sole creditor, Sir Eldridge Mortimer, is trying to blackmail him into marrying his daughter.
Kate and Jeremy are likeable, well-adjusted characters with no wagons of emotional baggage or dark and tortured souls. Kate is an efficient housekeeper, although Jeremy begins to have his suspicions that she is not quite who she seems to be, suspicions which are further increased when his younger brother comes to visit and reveals that he had known Kate in Spain and Portugal when she’d followed the drum.
I said at the beginning of this review that I enjoyed the book more than my rating would seem to indicate. The reason for that grade is that the romance is rather under-developed. Kate and Jeremy are obviously attracted to each other, but their relationship is very low-key, and I would have liked a little more of a spark between them. I like that Kate is no simpering miss, and is honest with herself about her feelings for her employer, but her “I’m in love with him!” moment comes rather out of the blue, as does his. On the positive side, they’re clearly comfortable together, and the fact that their children are playmates brings them together both physically and emotionally, providing a sound basis for their relationship. I just didn’t buy that they were passionately in love with each other.
My other main criticism is that the ending drags on a bit. It’s difficult to explain fully without spoilers, so I’ll just say that it’s somewhat anticlimactic given previous events, and things should have been wrapped up a chapter or so earlier.
Those issues apart, An Earl Like No Other is a good, solid read, and the author certainly tells an enjoyable story. The romance could have been played a little more strongly, but if you’re not expecting a steamy romance, and want an engaging story featuring decent, un-emotionally scarred protagonists facing realistic situations, then with those caveats in mind, I’d certainly recommend it.
March 14, 2019
This was a new-to-me author. The storyline was good. I loved the H, and the h eventually grew on me.
The book would benefit greatly from an experienced editor. There were numerous grammatical errors throughout the book. There were also multiple repetitive or unimportant passages that should have been condensed, and events which were written passively but could have contributed to the action if written differently. At times, the writing and dialogue were awkward and unpolished. It took me a few days to finish this one because I set it aside and read a couple of other books before coming back.
Despite the problems in writing, it was a decent book and I don't consider the reading as time wasted. With experience and a good editor, I think the author could turn out a very good story.
The book would benefit greatly from an experienced editor. There were numerous grammatical errors throughout the book. There were also multiple repetitive or unimportant passages that should have been condensed, and events which were written passively but could have contributed to the action if written differently. At times, the writing and dialogue were awkward and unpolished. It took me a few days to finish this one because I set it aside and read a couple of other books before coming back.
Despite the problems in writing, it was a decent book and I don't consider the reading as time wasted. With experience and a good editor, I think the author could turn out a very good story.
October 6, 2018
I love every book I've read by Wilma Counts. I think she's an under appreciated author of regency romances, and could take her place with the top authors of traditional regency romances. This book is no exception. The book has both an emotionally mature hero and heroine, who face serious external challenges - both in their lives and their relationship. And the author writes so well and tells a great story. Also, the secondary characters are so well done and integral to the story, it's like watching a top notch ensemble production. Further, which is quite important to me, the book has a very authentic period feel, and seamlessly incorporates historical references. No wallpaper here.
The only reason I'm giving it 4 instead of 5 stars (and it's really a 4.5 star book for me), is that the heroine keeps critical information about herself and her situation from the hero. It's understandable when she first meets him, and applies for a job as his housekeeper, why she would do so. However, she kept her secret for far too long. Two friends of hers - who she trusted and respected - told her many times to tell the hero her story, because they also trusted and respected the hero. I did not find compelling the reasons she gave for repeatedly not telling him, especially after she got to know him and saw the decent and honorable person he was.
However, this one plot device did not spoil an otherwise terrific book, and I highly recommend the book.
The only reason I'm giving it 4 instead of 5 stars (and it's really a 4.5 star book for me), is that the heroine keeps critical information about herself and her situation from the hero. It's understandable when she first meets him, and applies for a job as his housekeeper, why she would do so. However, she kept her secret for far too long. Two friends of hers - who she trusted and respected - told her many times to tell the hero her story, because they also trusted and respected the hero. I did not find compelling the reasons she gave for repeatedly not telling him, especially after she got to know him and saw the decent and honorable person he was.
However, this one plot device did not spoil an otherwise terrific book, and I highly recommend the book.
August 27, 2014
I had a smile on my face as when I finished this book. What a fabulous story and so well written.
AN EARL LIKE NO OTHER by Wilma Counts is a gem.
Katherine Gardiner is left widowed and with a young son who is the heir destined to a dukedom. The current duke, Katherine's father in law has had Katherine and his grandson, Ned, virtual prisoners in Wynstan Castle to make sure Ned gets a proper education and upbringing. Katherine finds the Duke of Wynstan to be an oppressive brute who uses physical discipline to rear his heir, and she won't stand for it any longer. At the first chance she gets, she whisks Ned away to someone who will help.
Sanctuary comes in the form of Jeremy Chilton, the Earl of Kenrick, who has just returned from the American wilderness, where he began a family with a half native American woman, only to lose her. Jeremy Chilton and his young daughter, Cassie strive to make Kenrick Hall a home, but it's difficult with the lack of funds and a proper housekeeper to keep all in order. Kenrick reluctantly hires the widowed Katherine on a trial basis to see if she will fit his needs. His opinion of her is that she is too young and too attractive to be a housekeeper, but without knowing much more than she is a widow, left with a young son, he accepts her into his home and his life.
Kernick finds that the more he gets to know Mrs. Gardiner, the more he becomes attracted to her. He would much rather be in Kate's company than that of the conniving neighbors who are trying to bribe him into marriage with his spoiled daughter for title and lands. Kenrick must find a way to stave off the greedy neighbors while holding on to the best asset he has, Kate. Kate's attraction to Jeremy and the feelings she has for his daughter Cassie are like no other, but if she opens herself to him and tells the truth of her identity, she could not only lose his trust, but lose Jeremy as well.
AN EARL LIKE NO OTHER by Wilma Counts is a wonderful story with a colorful cast of characters that holds ones interest. Jeremy is a true hero, not caring for anyone's station in life or a title before a name. He is honest and caring and a most honorable man. Katherine has been through much in her short life and proves herself to be a force to be reckoned with when she is crossed. Her love for the children, even for Cassie, who, who is not her own, makes her one of my favorite heroines. I truly loved this story. This is the first book I have ever read by this author and I will be looking into her backlist, as well as reading her latest books in the future.
~KIMBERLY~
May 5, 2019
1.5 stars.
Sorely lacking in romance, the convoluted plot seemed to drag on forever, and some terribly juvenile actions on the heroine's part.
Sorely lacking in romance, the convoluted plot seemed to drag on forever, and some terribly juvenile actions on the heroine's part.
June 18, 2019
This story was just OK for me. It was pleasant enough, predictable enough... but it seemed lacking to me in a few areas. I felt the hero was a little too wimpy, the first love scene was very rushed and unsatisfying (in the aspect of the writing) ...not even close to being able to pull me in to be able to feel any emotions whatsoever. The heroine was understandably overprotective of her son, but when it came to whether she should accept the marriage proposal or not.... that's where I really lost interest in her as a character. I wanted to slap her... what was there to debate about?
October 23, 2019
Great
I found this a really good book. Kate is a strong character. She saves her son from an abusive grandfather and hides away at the Earl of Kenrick's Yorkshire estate as a housekeeper but circumstances overcome her when she is discovered there but she is protected by a number of people including Jeremy the Earl. The plots of the book are very good and give the book a great depth.
I found this a really good book. Kate is a strong character. She saves her son from an abusive grandfather and hides away at the Earl of Kenrick's Yorkshire estate as a housekeeper but circumstances overcome her when she is discovered there but she is protected by a number of people including Jeremy the Earl. The plots of the book are very good and give the book a great depth.
December 21, 2021
I can't really think of a better way to describe this besides "serviceable." It does what it says on the tin, and well enough that I never considered not finishing it. Definitely a bit anachronistic in some of the attitudes and language (and the women's underwear - not a thing in the Regency), but a perfectly fine read.
September 2, 2014
Young widow Katherine Arthur Gardiner & her young son, Ned, are forced to flee the Duke, aka Grandmeanie, to go to London. The Duke was abusing her son & saying it was to prepare Ned for when he inherited. Her attorney got her a housekeeping job for the new Earl of Kendrick. The Earl is Jeremy Chilton, who just inherited his deceased father & brothers' title. Katherine's attorney is also Jeremy's friend & business partner. Katherine, who now is called Mrs. Arthur, & her son go to live at Jeremy's estate with his precocious daughter, Cassandra. There are mysterious happenings, the local rich Sir Mortimer making trouble,a growing & deep friendship between Ned & Cass, the "I always get what I want" Charlotte, sabotage aplenty, a huge debt over Jeremy's head & a budding love in this romance. Will Jeremy need to marry the spoiled daughter? Can Kat ask Jeremy for help with the evil Duke? When will the deep doodoo hit the fan?
I wanted this book because I loved the book cover & Ms. Counts is a new-to-me author. I loved Kat & her son's story of fleeing & starting over. The begin of this tale, when Jeremy is found in the wilds of America, with his half Native American daughter, was so very descriptive. Ms. Counts spun such a very visual tale, that I could feel the fresh breeze & smell the roasting meat. Jeremy had some serious struggling with Cass & her many changes. This poor little girl's essence was slowly choked out of her by her racist nurse. Ms. Counts wrote many great secondary characters like Aunt Elinor, but she can serious write a great evil & cruel character, like snobby Charlotte & her daddy. This book had many good points like the growing friendship between Ned & Cass, also the bond of Kat & Cass, but my favorite part was the troublemaking daddy & daughter get knock down a few pegs! There were separate stories going on, but to me the stories never blended together. Ms. Counts did have some good points in this tale, but it wasn't romantic read to me. I give this book my score of 2 fingers up & 5 toes.
NetGalley ARC given for my honest review.
I wanted this book because I loved the book cover & Ms. Counts is a new-to-me author. I loved Kat & her son's story of fleeing & starting over. The begin of this tale, when Jeremy is found in the wilds of America, with his half Native American daughter, was so very descriptive. Ms. Counts spun such a very visual tale, that I could feel the fresh breeze & smell the roasting meat. Jeremy had some serious struggling with Cass & her many changes. This poor little girl's essence was slowly choked out of her by her racist nurse. Ms. Counts wrote many great secondary characters like Aunt Elinor, but she can serious write a great evil & cruel character, like snobby Charlotte & her daddy. This book had many good points like the growing friendship between Ned & Cass, also the bond of Kat & Cass, but my favorite part was the troublemaking daddy & daughter get knock down a few pegs! There were separate stories going on, but to me the stories never blended together. Ms. Counts did have some good points in this tale, but it wasn't romantic read to me. I give this book my score of 2 fingers up & 5 toes.
NetGalley ARC given for my honest review.
August 14, 2014
This was the most exciting book that had me turning the pages on my kindle as fast as possible. I was hooked from page one and was not disappointed. The author had me in her spell of romance and wanting more. You can sense the characters are truly likable and not storyboard cut outs. I like the way Ms Counts presented me the reader with each and every flaw to make people seem real.
You have Katherine Gardner, a widow, who is trying to protect her son from his Grandfather. She escaped from his home because the situation there was far from ideal. Her powerful father-in-law has made Katherine fear for her son's well being. So she travels to London to get help from her solicitor and to find somewhere to hide. She is so desperate that being a housekeeper for the Earl of Kenrick who lives in Yokeshire is to her a God send. But she keeps her secrets from her employer who might find out and then where would she go.
Jeremy Chilton has lived in the wilds of America for ten years. He is his own man with only the responsibility for his small daughter since his wife died. Now he finds out that he is the Earl of Kenrick and must return to England to take over the title. Jeremy finds in Yorkshire that his legacy is danger of being taken over by a unscrupulous neighbor. His home is not being run very well, so he asks his man of affairs to find him a housekeeper. But once he meets the beautiful and breathtaking woman who will supervise his staff, Jeremy senses there is more to her that meets the eye.
There is mystery, danger and lots of kisses going around for anybody to enjoy. I really appreciate Net Galley for letting me read and review this ARC.
You have Katherine Gardner, a widow, who is trying to protect her son from his Grandfather. She escaped from his home because the situation there was far from ideal. Her powerful father-in-law has made Katherine fear for her son's well being. So she travels to London to get help from her solicitor and to find somewhere to hide. She is so desperate that being a housekeeper for the Earl of Kenrick who lives in Yokeshire is to her a God send. But she keeps her secrets from her employer who might find out and then where would she go.
Jeremy Chilton has lived in the wilds of America for ten years. He is his own man with only the responsibility for his small daughter since his wife died. Now he finds out that he is the Earl of Kenrick and must return to England to take over the title. Jeremy finds in Yorkshire that his legacy is danger of being taken over by a unscrupulous neighbor. His home is not being run very well, so he asks his man of affairs to find him a housekeeper. But once he meets the beautiful and breathtaking woman who will supervise his staff, Jeremy senses there is more to her that meets the eye.
There is mystery, danger and lots of kisses going around for anybody to enjoy. I really appreciate Net Galley for letting me read and review this ARC.
August 29, 2014
Katherine Gardiner, Lady Arthur is running from her father-in-law, Duke of Wynstan. Kate has to protect her son, Ned from the abusive behavior from the Duke. Her options are limited and she asks her son’s guardian, Mr. Phillips for help. Mr. Phillips suggests she accept the housekeeper employment offered from the Earl of Kenrick. So Kate can hide from the Duke. Jeremy Chilton, Earl of Kenrick is an impoverish lord and father trying to regain what the previous predecessors have bankrupt the estate. Jeremy is unaware about the Kate’s situation and where she comes from. He is grateful that the housekeeper position is filled so he is able to get his household in some kind of order. Jeremy is unsuspecting feels a need and attraction for his new housekeeper. This is a fantastic book. I really enjoyed this story. With each new development, you will be taken in. I would love to read more from this author. I received a complimentary copy from the publisher thru NetGalley for an honest review.
December 2, 2015
the romance here was very awkward and did not seem to develop naturally. a bit boring and dry.
May 15, 2017
This was a sweet and different historical romance! I was getting tired of some of the same overdone tropes, and Wilma Counts provided a breath of fresh air, with a hero who spent years living among the Native Americans in Louisiana, only to be compelled to go home to Yorkshire when he inherits an earldom, and a woman who becomes a housekeeper to protect her son from his controlling and abusive grandfather. It was a well-executed novel, and I definitely recommend it to someone who wants to try a slightly different historical romance.
The only complaint I do have is with the way the author does her sex scenes. They are relatively closed-door/minimally detailed, but they were oddly placed, and didn't seem to fit in with the rest of the story.
The only complaint I do have is with the way the author does her sex scenes. They are relatively closed-door/minimally detailed, but they were oddly placed, and didn't seem to fit in with the rest of the story.
May 9, 2022
I would have liked the book a little bit more if it hadn’t introduced the colonial aspect of the Earl getting married to an indigenous woman and coming back with his daughter to take up his responsibilities. It just made for an uncomfortable read while the author was being authentic on how people would react to Cassie his daughter. Katherine was the widow of an officer. Her son was now a Duke's heir. She had to escape from the Duke and take refuge as a housekeeper in Earl's home. While both the main characters were straightforward, I thought the plot was a bit too convoluted.
May 16, 2019
Interesting love story
This is just the right kind of love story. It is a comfortable yet interesting character driven tale. Kate and Jeremy have situations in their lives that are obstacles to finding happiness. Ms. Counts writes a fine story that shows them finding solutions in very interesting ways. Enjoy!!
This is just the right kind of love story. It is a comfortable yet interesting character driven tale. Kate and Jeremy have situations in their lives that are obstacles to finding happiness. Ms. Counts writes a fine story that shows them finding solutions in very interesting ways. Enjoy!!
June 25, 2017
Enjoyable romance
I recall reading Wilma Counts years ago, and my recollection was that she was an entertaining writer. I wasn't disappointed with this novel. The plot was well crafted, and the characters were intriguing.
I recall reading Wilma Counts years ago, and my recollection was that she was an entertaining writer. I wasn't disappointed with this novel. The plot was well crafted, and the characters were intriguing.
May 17, 2019
3.5
Nice, but not great
Romance was not the key point. Book reminded me of High Garth by Mira stables.
Characters are good and likable,
Ending was dragging on and on, should have wound up things earlier.
Nice, but not great
Romance was not the key point. Book reminded me of High Garth by Mira stables.
Characters are good and likable,
Ending was dragging on and on, should have wound up things earlier.
May 23, 2019
AN EARL LIKE NO OTHER : is a nice easy read, well written with nicely stated characters. I liked the book, however, it never started a “fire” in me. Mrs A was good, kind and caring, Jeremy loves her. Many things happened but it didn’t seem exciting.
February 24, 2020
MAGNIFICENT STORY
What a great storyline kept me riveted counter put it down! And all questions answered! I was impressed by the forgiveness of all that is humanity in action thank you !
What a great storyline kept me riveted counter put it down! And all questions answered! I was impressed by the forgiveness of all that is humanity in action thank you !
May 29, 2020
A good read
Really more a 3.5 stars. The plot was very involved, with layers for both sides. I felt the author did a great job developing her characters. They were very long Jeanie (or not depending on their role!)
Really more a 3.5 stars. The plot was very involved, with layers for both sides. I felt the author did a great job developing her characters. They were very long Jeanie (or not depending on their role!)
May 15, 2023
More like 2 and 1/2. I found the hero to be quite dull and bland and it got bogged down in some of the details . I like interesting details! No chemistry. However, I enjoyed the plot. I would have been interested in more about the hero’s experiences in America and things that shaped his character
June 6, 2017
this was very good
I really liked the story I liked all her characters the storyline the interaction I would read more of her books I would recommend this
I really liked the story I liked all her characters the storyline the interaction I would read more of her books I would recommend this
February 8, 2019
One untypical plot device,
that of a child who is part Arapaho, mixed with typical themes of a great estate mortgaged to the hilt and men controlling women’s lives.
that of a child who is part Arapaho, mixed with typical themes of a great estate mortgaged to the hilt and men controlling women’s lives.
April 29, 2019
Too predictable
November 3, 2019
An Earl Like No Other
This is the first book I've read by this author, and after I was finished I wouldn't hesitate to buy another. Very tasteful and sweet.
This is the first book I've read by this author, and after I was finished I wouldn't hesitate to buy another. Very tasteful and sweet.
December 12, 2019
Sweet story
Well written and edited, with plenty of adventures. One thing I liked was that the focus was more on the h and H as people and less on how they drrssed.
Well written and edited, with plenty of adventures. One thing I liked was that the focus was more on the h and H as people and less on how they drrssed.
June 4, 2019
Historical romance
I liked that the story had different obstacles than the usual historical romances. The characters experienced events that made them stronger and honorable. Nice enfing
I liked that the story had different obstacles than the usual historical romances. The characters experienced events that made them stronger and honorable. Nice enfing
September 14, 2014
An Earl Like No Other by Wilma Counts is a wonderfully life like story. Jeremy Chilton is a third son and never expected to inherit the Earldom. He must leave the America's and his wife's indian family behind, and become the Earl. His wife died while birthing his daughter so he must take Little Willow with him to live in England with him.
He finds out that the family has many loans against them, and that he must earn the money before the deadline in order to pay the outstanding loans his father incurred.
Kate's husband has died and her son is the future duke. Her Father-in Law is abusive to her son, and Kate must take herself and her son away from the estate and hide. She becomes the head housekeeper, and keeps her secrets hidden away.
Her secrets have to come out sometime, and she is at risk of losing her son. She must protect him at all costs.
I liked this book, in some parts, it did not flow as well as others but overall it was a good read.
I recieved a free copy of this book in return for my honest opinion
I gave this book 4 out of 5 stars
March 9, 2020
DNF 33%.
The writing was very dry. The romantic tension was next to nonexistent. Several times, a scene would pause for multiple pages to recall a conversation in the past (in too much detail, all of it dry and boring). I kept thinking to myself, "Why is this conversation here? It's not adding anything to the story and could be summarized in one paragraph."
One scene had the H/h meeting unexpectedly in the library at night, and the resulting conversation was so polite and bereft of desire that I wondered what the point of it was.
I began skimming, which is never a good sign. Then the H/h had their first kiss. I did a literal double-take because it was so out of nowhere. There's no buildup. The H/h are still just so polite. What is going on??
I feel this book would've greatly benefited from (another?) round of thorough developmental edits. Re-arrange conversations, cut the unnecessary detail, and dig deeper for more meaningful interactions (or at least more unspoken longing). The writing overall is competent, but the story itself was, in a word, boring. :(
The writing was very dry. The romantic tension was next to nonexistent. Several times, a scene would pause for multiple pages to recall a conversation in the past (in too much detail, all of it dry and boring). I kept thinking to myself, "Why is this conversation here? It's not adding anything to the story and could be summarized in one paragraph."
One scene had the H/h meeting unexpectedly in the library at night, and the resulting conversation was so polite and bereft of desire that I wondered what the point of it was.
I began skimming, which is never a good sign. Then the H/h had their first kiss. I did a literal double-take because it was so out of nowhere. There's no buildup. The H/h are still just so polite. What is going on??
I feel this book would've greatly benefited from (another?) round of thorough developmental edits. Re-arrange conversations, cut the unnecessary detail, and dig deeper for more meaningful interactions (or at least more unspoken longing). The writing overall is competent, but the story itself was, in a word, boring. :(
September 30, 2014
Wilma Counts does not disappoint! Strong-willed females struggling against the restrictions of the Regency era. Conniving, snarky, downright evil characters. Dashing, honorable, sexy men. A kidnapping, a daring rescue and a happy ending. Recommend.
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