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How to Tame a Rake
Due to the codicil in his father’s will, Blake Dangerfield, Earl of Hawkeswood, must marry the woman chosen for him, or lose part of his inheritance. Did his father hate him that much? Wilhelmina Corbet is a hoyden, not long out of the schoolroom, who hails from a farm in Northumberland. The last time Blake saw her she wore braids and climbed a tree to rescue a kitten.
Wilhelmina Corbet has dreamed of Blake since she was twelve. But the thought of marrying the handsome earl terrifies her. She comes to his estate, Hawkeswood, determined to measure up to his expectations for a wife. But after time spent with him in London, Mina begins to wonder if the rake is the man she wants to marry.
Can they find happiness when a handsome heir to a dukedom, unruly pets, and a young chimney sweep are thrown into the mix?
Refreshed edition.
Wilhelmina Corbet has dreamed of Blake since she was twelve. But the thought of marrying the handsome earl terrifies her. She comes to his estate, Hawkeswood, determined to measure up to his expectations for a wife. But after time spent with him in London, Mina begins to wonder if the rake is the man she wants to marry.
Can they find happiness when a handsome heir to a dukedom, unruly pets, and a young chimney sweep are thrown into the mix?
Refreshed edition.
191 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2009
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Maggi Andersen
86 books328 followersUSA TODAY bestselling author of Regency romance, and winner of the RONE award, Maggi Andersen wrote her first book for publication after gaining a BA in English and an MA in Creative Writing. She lives on a farm in the beautiful Yarra Valley in Victoria, Australia. She wrote her first adventure story at 8 years old. Her novels are mostly adventure stories, but also sensual romances. Georgette Heyer and Jane Austen inspired her Regencies and Victoria Holt, her Gothic Victorian mysteries She also writes contemporary romantic suspense and young adult novels.
Maggi supports the RSPCA (The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to animals) and animals often feature in her books.
Maggi supports the RSPCA (The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to animals) and animals often feature in her books.
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May 15, 2021
My first Maggi Andersen book. It was okay. I enjoyed it but was expecting more based on various things I’d heard. I will read another of her books, hoping that it lives up to my expectations.
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February 18, 2016Liked the animal subplot. But I lost interest after the h. was attacked and kidnapped (and nearly raped). Of course that could have happened, but it seemed a bit snidely whiplash to me at that point. Good writing, nice descriptions.
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February 18, 2019
A little let down
I have read MANY of Ms. Andersen's enchanting page turning stories and have enjoyed them immensely !, Unfortunately I didn't find this one to be on par as all her stories have been to date.
I have read MANY of Ms. Andersen's enchanting page turning stories and have enjoyed them immensely !, Unfortunately I didn't find this one to be on par as all her stories have been to date.
September 13, 2016
3.5 stars
Sometimes in this book, i wanted slaped Blake, but he finally found common sense
Sometimes in this book, i wanted slaped Blake, but he finally found common sense
October 25, 2015
Good
It was a good read, but Mina was a bit annoying. She should have stand up more for herself. But she got, what she wanted. Him.
It was a good read, but Mina was a bit annoying. She should have stand up more for herself. But she got, what she wanted. Him.
October 23, 2024
It seems very Heyer-inspired. There are aspects of it I loved - especially the motley crew. But yet again, I cannot abide sexual assault (attempted in this case) on the h on page in a romance novel.
I also never warmed up to the H. There is also an instance where he does visit the mistress and it fades to black. He also visits her apartment later, but he later wonders how he hadn't seen her or bedded her for months. I wish the author had made what happened(or didn't happen) clearer.
If I was the h, I might have gone with Vincent.
I also never warmed up to the H. There is also an instance where he does visit the mistress and it fades to black. He also visits her apartment later, but he later wonders how he hadn't seen her or bedded her for months. I wish the author had made what happened(or didn't happen) clearer.
If I was the h, I might have gone with Vincent.
March 24, 2021
Mi spiace dare due sole stelle a Maggi Andersen, che è riuscita più volte a divertirmi. Ma ho trovato la scrittura di questo romanzo banale, in certi punti 'tirata via'; e le scene finali (più da western che da 'regency') mi son sembrate del tutto fuori tema.
April 15, 2020
Mina fell in love with Blake as a young girl. After the death of his father he is forced to marry her, but she's uncertain because she knows he doesn't want to or love her.
July 14, 2023
Another great story
Enjoyable read good storyline! Spent a great day just reading! Recommend highly! Blake started out such a stickler and I felt totally sorry for Mina.
Enjoyable read good storyline! Spent a great day just reading! Recommend highly! Blake started out such a stickler and I felt totally sorry for Mina.
September 4, 2015
5 cup Review from Coffee Time Reviews for How To Tame A Rake
HOW TO TAME A RAKE MAGGI ANDERSEN ISBN: 9781603942812 New Concepts Publishing
Historical Romance
Rating: 5 Cups
The year is 1850 in England when Wilhelmina Corbet, or Willy as she likes to be called, gets the news that she is to marry. With her “countrified” ways, she knows that when leaving the town of Northumberland not only must she get rid of her unladylike ways, but she must learn to become a lady as well.
Blake, Viscount Dangerfield, is known for his rakish ways, especially when it comes to the ladies. Being told he is to marry or lose his inheritance is bad enough. Learning it is none other than Willy makes his betrothal seem unbearable.
On her way to London with her aunt, Willy is kidnapped by highwaymen who have nefarious plans for the young maiden. When she finally meets up with Blake, Willy finds herself once again falling for the handsome man. With her unique beliefs and kind nature, though, she finds herself being set down time and again by Blake, and being scolded to act more ladylike. As the engagement announcement gets closer and closer, Willy realizes she cannot marry someone who does not love her and decides to go home.
How to Tame a Rake is a breathtaking story of finding your true self. Willy is shown as a gentle, kind soul who is frowned upon because she rescues dogs and orphans. Blake is a rakish bachelor who sees his fiancée as unrefined and tries to mold her into how all the other ladies of the ton act. Only after she struggles to fit in and cannot, does the viscount realize how uncomfortable Willy is with the city life. Ms. Andersen has taken a tale of an arranged marriage between a rake and a country maiden and given it a unique spin that will leave you entertained and falling in love with this beautifully written story.
DanielleReviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More
HOW TO TAME A RAKE MAGGI ANDERSEN ISBN: 9781603942812 New Concepts Publishing
Historical Romance
Rating: 5 Cups
The year is 1850 in England when Wilhelmina Corbet, or Willy as she likes to be called, gets the news that she is to marry. With her “countrified” ways, she knows that when leaving the town of Northumberland not only must she get rid of her unladylike ways, but she must learn to become a lady as well.
Blake, Viscount Dangerfield, is known for his rakish ways, especially when it comes to the ladies. Being told he is to marry or lose his inheritance is bad enough. Learning it is none other than Willy makes his betrothal seem unbearable.
On her way to London with her aunt, Willy is kidnapped by highwaymen who have nefarious plans for the young maiden. When she finally meets up with Blake, Willy finds herself once again falling for the handsome man. With her unique beliefs and kind nature, though, she finds herself being set down time and again by Blake, and being scolded to act more ladylike. As the engagement announcement gets closer and closer, Willy realizes she cannot marry someone who does not love her and decides to go home.
How to Tame a Rake is a breathtaking story of finding your true self. Willy is shown as a gentle, kind soul who is frowned upon because she rescues dogs and orphans. Blake is a rakish bachelor who sees his fiancée as unrefined and tries to mold her into how all the other ladies of the ton act. Only after she struggles to fit in and cannot, does the viscount realize how uncomfortable Willy is with the city life. Ms. Andersen has taken a tale of an arranged marriage between a rake and a country maiden and given it a unique spin that will leave you entertained and falling in love with this beautifully written story.
DanielleReviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More
October 6, 2015
I’M HALF-MAD FOR YOU
I enjoyed this story of two people, Blake and Mina, they had been acquainted many years before but really don’t know each other. The death of the Earl of Hawkeswood places Blake as the new Earl, but the will has a codicil that for him to take the title he must marry before the end of the year. On top of that, not someone of his choice, but Wilhelmina aka Mina Corbet, a distant cousin by marriage. The story has a great cast of characters, a nice mix of angst, witty dialog and entertaining moments. Throw in highwayman, kidnapping, a courtesan, a bevy of animals and even an urchin. Sometimes in life we don’t realize what we have that is important until we lose it. Can Blake and Mina find that happiness before it is too late? Disclosure: I received an e-copy of this book through Read & Review Club in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts, opinions. and ratings are my own.
I enjoyed this story of two people, Blake and Mina, they had been acquainted many years before but really don’t know each other. The death of the Earl of Hawkeswood places Blake as the new Earl, but the will has a codicil that for him to take the title he must marry before the end of the year. On top of that, not someone of his choice, but Wilhelmina aka Mina Corbet, a distant cousin by marriage. The story has a great cast of characters, a nice mix of angst, witty dialog and entertaining moments. Throw in highwayman, kidnapping, a courtesan, a bevy of animals and even an urchin. Sometimes in life we don’t realize what we have that is important until we lose it. Can Blake and Mina find that happiness before it is too late? Disclosure: I received an e-copy of this book through Read & Review Club in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts, opinions. and ratings are my own.
November 7, 2015
A Good Read !!!!
I can' think of anything I disliked. I was initially confused about the coolness between Mina and her Father; but, got over that due to the fact that she lost her Mother when she was very young...She met Blake when she was quite young, but she knew her own heart and abided by that love. I liked the story line and enjoyed the developement oh the ASPCA.
I can' think of anything I disliked. I was initially confused about the coolness between Mina and her Father; but, got over that due to the fact that she lost her Mother when she was very young...She met Blake when she was quite young, but she knew her own heart and abided by that love. I liked the story line and enjoyed the developement oh the ASPCA.
July 10, 2016
Uncaged Book Reviews:
It’s a nice story, the characters are likeable, there were spots I thought there was more to flush out with the story, and I thought it could have used a bit more, but that could just be me being selfish and wanting to read more. All in all, a nice easy read.
It’s a nice story, the characters are likeable, there were spots I thought there was more to flush out with the story, and I thought it could have used a bit more, but that could just be me being selfish and wanting to read more. All in all, a nice easy read.
December 15, 2014
My question......will Sarah still be at their country estate?
September 21, 2015
This was a lovely sweet romance. Well written, it follows the typical romance novel formula with likable characters. An easy and enjoyable read
June 16, 2016
What a delightful read!
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January 18, 2019Due to the codicil in his father’s will, Blake Dangerfield, Earl of Hawkeswood, must marry the woman chosen for him, or lose part of his inheritance. Did his father hate him that much? Wilhelmina Corbet is a hoyden, not long out of the schoolroom, who hails from a farm in Northumberland. The last time Blake saw her she wore braids and climbed a tree to rescue a kitten.
Wilhelmina Corbet has dreamed of Blake since she was twelve. But the thought of marrying the handsome earl terrifies her. She comes to his estate, Hawkeswood, determined to measure up to his expectations for a wife. But after time spent with him in London, Mina begins to wonder if the rake is the man she wants to marry.
Can they find happiness when a handsome heir to a dukedom, unruly pets, and a young chimney sweep are thrown into the mix?
Wilhelmina Corbet has dreamed of Blake since she was twelve. But the thought of marrying the handsome earl terrifies her. She comes to his estate, Hawkeswood, determined to measure up to his expectations for a wife. But after time spent with him in London, Mina begins to wonder if the rake is the man she wants to marry.
Can they find happiness when a handsome heir to a dukedom, unruly pets, and a young chimney sweep are thrown into the mix?
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