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Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis
The Marquis of Wythebury, is expecting an ordinary Christmastide at Hurst—until he is set upon by a beautiful miss who takes him to task for not allowing his young nephews to play outside. In his mind, a five and seven year old needn’t get chilled in the snow; better to plop them in front of the fire with a book. Few people have ever been brave enough to challenge him over anything, much less the rearing of his wards. The cheeky Miss Prim has no such compunction. No matter how fetching he finds her, he can’t give in to his attraction…for she is the sister of his best friend.
Growing up the middle child of five rambunctious girls, Lillian Prim doesn’t understand why two young boys visiting Hurst don’t know how to play until she meets their dashing guardian. The Marquis of Wythebury is commanding and intensely serious-minded. To her surprise, she’s captivated by him. It’s all she can do not to give into her feminine fantasies about her kissing him. Lillian has no intention of falling in love with the Marquis, but she will create Christmastide mischief and teach the boys and the handsome Marquis how to play, in Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis, by New York Times bestselling author Amelia Grey.
Growing up the middle child of five rambunctious girls, Lillian Prim doesn’t understand why two young boys visiting Hurst don’t know how to play until she meets their dashing guardian. The Marquis of Wythebury is commanding and intensely serious-minded. To her surprise, she’s captivated by him. It’s all she can do not to give into her feminine fantasies about her kissing him. Lillian has no intention of falling in love with the Marquis, but she will create Christmastide mischief and teach the boys and the handsome Marquis how to play, in Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis, by New York Times bestselling author Amelia Grey.
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First published November 29, 2016
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Amelia Grey
35 books856 followersAmelia Grey (aka Gloria Dale Skinner) grew up in a small town in the Florida Panhandle. She has been happily married to her high school sweetheart for over twenty-five years. She has lived in Alabama, Connecticut, New Hampshire and now lives in Florida.
Amelia has won the coveted Romantic Times award for Love and Laughter, the prestigious Maggie award for best historical and Affaire de Coeur's best American historical award. She has been a finalist for the Golden Heart and the Holt Medallion awards which are given by Romance Writers of America and numerous other awards. Her books have been sold to many countries in Europe, Russia and China.
Amelia likes flowers, candlelight, sweet smiles, gentle laughter and sunshine.
Amelia has won the coveted Romantic Times award for Love and Laughter, the prestigious Maggie award for best historical and Affaire de Coeur's best American historical award. She has been a finalist for the Golden Heart and the Holt Medallion awards which are given by Romance Writers of America and numerous other awards. Her books have been sold to many countries in Europe, Russia and China.
Amelia likes flowers, candlelight, sweet smiles, gentle laughter and sunshine.
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December 28, 2016
Enjoyed this historical holiday novella where the heroine was strong and feisty yet sweet and loving. I admire this type of heroine: where despite the acceptable conventions of the period, they live life on their own terms. Lilian manages to teach a stern and grumpy Seth hat it's like to play and just have fun. At first, he's not the most likeable of heroes but as he performed little acts that allowed me to see there's some dimension to him, he definitely grew on me. Though short, the story was fulfilling and was written well. I like that the romance wasn't just handed to them. They had to step out of their comfort zones to see possibilities. Safety: No others. No rape or abuse.
ARC received in exchange for an honest review.
ARC received in exchange for an honest review.
November 24, 2016
Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis by Amelia Grey is a 2016 Swerve publication.
A sweet and fun holiday romance!
The title says it all. Lillian is fun and mischievous and Seth is studious and serious. When they meet at a house party, Lillian chides Seth for being too hard on his nephews and issues him a challenge, which gives her the chance to give the boys a break from all that studying they are required to do.
In the process, the two opposites discover they attract, as they tease and flirt and engage in the most delightful banter. However, despite her having fallen in love with Seth, their differences do not make them a good match…. At least in Lillian’s opinion. Can Seth change her mind?
This is a cute novella, featuring two headstrong characters who learn to compromise to make their relationship work. I love an unconventional heroine and appreciated Lillian’s upbeat positivity. She is really good for Seth and his nephews.
Seeing Seth loosen up and have a little fun was wonderful, and provided me with a few smiles. I love it when a guy rises to the occasion to win a lady’s heart and Seth’s grand gestures are very sweet and romantic.
Overall, this story really cheered me up and lightened my mood, so I can easily recommend it to everyone.
4 stars
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A sweet and fun holiday romance!
The title says it all. Lillian is fun and mischievous and Seth is studious and serious. When they meet at a house party, Lillian chides Seth for being too hard on his nephews and issues him a challenge, which gives her the chance to give the boys a break from all that studying they are required to do.
In the process, the two opposites discover they attract, as they tease and flirt and engage in the most delightful banter. However, despite her having fallen in love with Seth, their differences do not make them a good match…. At least in Lillian’s opinion. Can Seth change her mind?
This is a cute novella, featuring two headstrong characters who learn to compromise to make their relationship work. I love an unconventional heroine and appreciated Lillian’s upbeat positivity. She is really good for Seth and his nephews.
Seeing Seth loosen up and have a little fun was wonderful, and provided me with a few smiles. I love it when a guy rises to the occasion to win a lady’s heart and Seth’s grand gestures are very sweet and romantic.
Overall, this story really cheered me up and lightened my mood, so I can easily recommend it to everyone.
4 stars
*Netgalley
November 29, 2016
'Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis' by Amelia Grey is book 3.5 in "The Heirs' Club of Scoundrels" Trilogy. This is the story of Lillian and Seth. This can easily be a standalone book if you haven't read the other books in this series. Also know that this is a Novella and has about 90 pages. Seth has taken on his two nephews after their parents died. Seth loves them but seems to be really strict with them and their health. So when Lillian meets them she quickly find it upsetting that they don't have any fun. So while they boys and Seth are attending a house party with her family she has taking it to make sure they have fun and break from being so serious.
This was a really a sweet romance story. I am a big fan of Ms. Grey so this was a nice treat to read.
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November 20, 2016
A cute xmas novella is always nice, and I like Grey's books. They are sweet.
Here we have Lillian and Seth. And yes at first they do not really seem like a match. He is so busy protecting his nephews that he forgets they need to live too. And she is all boys should play! But they really fancy each other too. But the arguments they would have!
So yes they meet at a house party, flirt (and yes things must move fast, it is just over xmas after all). She is the Duke's sister in law, he should know better. They argue, they make up and love happily ever after. Everyone can change.
Sweet and short.
Here we have Lillian and Seth. And yes at first they do not really seem like a match. He is so busy protecting his nephews that he forgets they need to live too. And she is all boys should play! But they really fancy each other too. But the arguments they would have!
So yes they meet at a house party, flirt (and yes things must move fast, it is just over xmas after all). She is the Duke's sister in law, he should know better. They argue, they make up and love happily ever after. Everyone can change.
Sweet and short.
November 23, 2016
I received a copy of this title to read and review for Wicked Reads
3 Holiday-filled stars.
Being a fan of Amelia Grey's The Heirs' Club of Scoundrels series, I was eager to read this holiday novella. On the pages, there is everything you expect: a holiday house party, featuring kids and matchmaking, giving a glimpse of past narrators readers love. Being that it was a shorter novella, the romance was the sole focus without major buildup.
Infatuation at first sight.
Perhaps it was my mood, being that I'm more stuffy like Seth, I just couldn't deal with Lilian's childishness. I understand how the author was trying to balance their personalities, but I couldn't see her as a grown woman worthy of marriage and a family of her own.
There was the foundation of push-pull, tension-filled, love-hate romance with a ton of banter, but it all felt forced from the get-go, and got thicker and harder to digest as I read along.
The butting of heads.
The initial meeting, where Lilian engaged with Seth's wards, between their dialogue was paragraphs and paragraphs of lusty description. I wasn't sure if it was a description, or if the author was trying to sell the reader into courting the characters themselves. Lilian and Seth were so hyper-focused on the shallowness of the physical, the reader didn't get to know their personalities. Using dialogue to show who they were, I was distracted by the amount of inner musings about how delicious the narrator thought the other was.
Seth is the guardian of his 7 & 5 year old nephews, after his sister and her husband succumbed to illness after being stuck in the cold. On the way to the house party, the boys' governess succumbed to illness, also after being in the cold. So when he finds his nephews with Lilian having a snowball fight, he is obviously nervous.
Lilian came off as believing she is right, no matter what. Whether Seth is wrong or not, is not up for debate. He is their guardian, and his job is to protect their welfare at all costs. Lilian is a stranger making demands the instant she meets Seth. While some readers may find this overstepping to be by a spunky spitfire heroine, I found it to be disrespectful.
It's not unreasonable that Seth wouldn't want his nephews to fall into ponds through broken ice (Lilian disregarding it because it was only to the ankles, as if it didn't take a long time to get home in order to dry off. We're talking a long horse and carriage ride in freezing temperatures with wet shoes and socks, not a car with heater), or stay outside for at least 2 hours a day in the frigid air. Especially after they were exposed to a contagious governess. But, obviously, Lilian is in the right, and Seth is just a stifling guardian... and those who read and loved this novella think me exactly like Seth (shrugs).
There is balance between the two. The uptight, nervous guardian and the flighty, immature girl who wants to watch after the children. Sure, Seth needs to make sure they have fun, but Lilian reminded me of someone who would not only allow them to play in traffic, but push them into it.
The butting of heads over the children's welfare versus their fun was the tension for this romantic holiday novella. I do believe most historical romance fans will enjoy the book, as well as those who have read and enjoyed the series. It wasn't to my tastes, finding it difficult to enjoy a story where one of the narrators rubs me wrong. Truth be told, my fellow serious readers, read the sample. The majority, no doubt you will be delighted and enchanted by this holiday romance.
3 Holiday-filled stars.
Being a fan of Amelia Grey's The Heirs' Club of Scoundrels series, I was eager to read this holiday novella. On the pages, there is everything you expect: a holiday house party, featuring kids and matchmaking, giving a glimpse of past narrators readers love. Being that it was a shorter novella, the romance was the sole focus without major buildup.
Infatuation at first sight.
Perhaps it was my mood, being that I'm more stuffy like Seth, I just couldn't deal with Lilian's childishness. I understand how the author was trying to balance their personalities, but I couldn't see her as a grown woman worthy of marriage and a family of her own.
There was the foundation of push-pull, tension-filled, love-hate romance with a ton of banter, but it all felt forced from the get-go, and got thicker and harder to digest as I read along.
The butting of heads.
The initial meeting, where Lilian engaged with Seth's wards, between their dialogue was paragraphs and paragraphs of lusty description. I wasn't sure if it was a description, or if the author was trying to sell the reader into courting the characters themselves. Lilian and Seth were so hyper-focused on the shallowness of the physical, the reader didn't get to know their personalities. Using dialogue to show who they were, I was distracted by the amount of inner musings about how delicious the narrator thought the other was.
Seth is the guardian of his 7 & 5 year old nephews, after his sister and her husband succumbed to illness after being stuck in the cold. On the way to the house party, the boys' governess succumbed to illness, also after being in the cold. So when he finds his nephews with Lilian having a snowball fight, he is obviously nervous.
Lilian came off as believing she is right, no matter what. Whether Seth is wrong or not, is not up for debate. He is their guardian, and his job is to protect their welfare at all costs. Lilian is a stranger making demands the instant she meets Seth. While some readers may find this overstepping to be by a spunky spitfire heroine, I found it to be disrespectful.
It's not unreasonable that Seth wouldn't want his nephews to fall into ponds through broken ice (Lilian disregarding it because it was only to the ankles, as if it didn't take a long time to get home in order to dry off. We're talking a long horse and carriage ride in freezing temperatures with wet shoes and socks, not a car with heater), or stay outside for at least 2 hours a day in the frigid air. Especially after they were exposed to a contagious governess. But, obviously, Lilian is in the right, and Seth is just a stifling guardian... and those who read and loved this novella think me exactly like Seth (shrugs).
There is balance between the two. The uptight, nervous guardian and the flighty, immature girl who wants to watch after the children. Sure, Seth needs to make sure they have fun, but Lilian reminded me of someone who would not only allow them to play in traffic, but push them into it.
The butting of heads over the children's welfare versus their fun was the tension for this romantic holiday novella. I do believe most historical romance fans will enjoy the book, as well as those who have read and enjoyed the series. It wasn't to my tastes, finding it difficult to enjoy a story where one of the narrators rubs me wrong. Truth be told, my fellow serious readers, read the sample. The majority, no doubt you will be delighted and enchanted by this holiday romance.
November 30, 2016
I found Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis while browsing Net-Galley for Christmas stories. The book description sound interesting, and since I always enjoy Christmas tale with children, I requested it in exchange for an honest review.
Seth Wythebury, Marquis of Wythebury is looking forward to a relaxing time away from his responsibilities. While attending a house party at his friend’s estate with his two young nephews, he encounters Miss Lillian Prim, the sister-in-law to his host. She has brought his nephews outside and is engaging in a snowball fight. He left his nephews quietly reading.
Miss Prim is determined to get to the two little boys’ guardian to realize they are only five and seven years old and need to have outside pursuits. What she does not count on is developing feelings for the man.
Who will win in this tug of war? The free-spirited miss, or the serious-minded marquis? Will they find out that opposites really do attract?
Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is a delight Christmas tale of a man trying to do best for his two young nephews. Ms. Grey has spun an enchanting romance with engaging characters. The novel is fast-paced and engaged my interest from the start and held it until the end.
Lillian Prim is an endearing character. She speaks her own mind, even to the austere Marquis of Wythbury when others would hold their tongue. I loved how she was constantly putting him in his place. Throughout much of this lovely story, Lillian is trying to show the marquis that little boys need to have fun. I loved how she goes about it.
Seth, the marquis, is very serious-minded. He does not know how to have fun and has no desire to learn, yet the annoying Miss Prim is determined to help his nephews. I loved watching him war with himself over the feelings he has for her. Once he makes up his mind to win her heart, he does it in a big way. I absolutely loved the ending of this book!
Ms. Grey is a talented author, and she has penned an enchanting Christmas story that will warm your heart and put a smile on your face. The two little boys will steal your heart. If you enjoy regency romances with a good sense of the time-period with delightful characters, then you will love Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis. Happy reading!
Seth Wythebury, Marquis of Wythebury is looking forward to a relaxing time away from his responsibilities. While attending a house party at his friend’s estate with his two young nephews, he encounters Miss Lillian Prim, the sister-in-law to his host. She has brought his nephews outside and is engaging in a snowball fight. He left his nephews quietly reading.
Miss Prim is determined to get to the two little boys’ guardian to realize they are only five and seven years old and need to have outside pursuits. What she does not count on is developing feelings for the man.
Who will win in this tug of war? The free-spirited miss, or the serious-minded marquis? Will they find out that opposites really do attract?
Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is a delight Christmas tale of a man trying to do best for his two young nephews. Ms. Grey has spun an enchanting romance with engaging characters. The novel is fast-paced and engaged my interest from the start and held it until the end.
Lillian Prim is an endearing character. She speaks her own mind, even to the austere Marquis of Wythbury when others would hold their tongue. I loved how she was constantly putting him in his place. Throughout much of this lovely story, Lillian is trying to show the marquis that little boys need to have fun. I loved how she goes about it.
Seth, the marquis, is very serious-minded. He does not know how to have fun and has no desire to learn, yet the annoying Miss Prim is determined to help his nephews. I loved watching him war with himself over the feelings he has for her. Once he makes up his mind to win her heart, he does it in a big way. I absolutely loved the ending of this book!
Ms. Grey is a talented author, and she has penned an enchanting Christmas story that will warm your heart and put a smile on your face. The two little boys will steal your heart. If you enjoy regency romances with a good sense of the time-period with delightful characters, then you will love Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis. Happy reading!
December 3, 2016
A delightful historical romance novella!
The Marquis of Wythebury, Is spending the Christmas season with his two nephews at his freind Crispen's the Duke of Hurst looking foward to some company, conversation and perhaps a dalliance with a women while away and his nephews are occupied with their governess. That is until his governess takes ill while traveling. Having been with with the care of his young nephews with the sudden death of his sister and brother in law a year before he had been looking foward to a relaxing holiday. How does one relax when your nephews are nit where they should be, but outside in the freezing cold and snow playing totally not acceptable , they could get a chill and fever like their parents had!
What Seth discovers is the boys outside playing with a beautiful women, whose apparent idea of introducing herself is with a snowball to his face. Though their first meeting may be a bit auspicious, Seth can not help to be taken with Lillian Prim, the very challenging, engaging and attractive women. Seth has never felt this way before, challenged and attracted at the same time and as its turns out the instant attraction he is feeling is mutual. The problem being however, that Seth is very driven with his nephews and restrictive and Lillian believes he is controlling and smothering which leads to arguments, arguments that to spite their attraction for each other and Seth's mind numbing and tingle creating kisses, leave Lillian to believe regardless of her feelings , a match between them will not work out.
Seth must now use his drive and keen mind to convince her otherwise, and all before Christmas!
Arc Graciuosly provided via Netgalley for an honest review.
The Marquis of Wythebury, Is spending the Christmas season with his two nephews at his freind Crispen's the Duke of Hurst looking foward to some company, conversation and perhaps a dalliance with a women while away and his nephews are occupied with their governess. That is until his governess takes ill while traveling. Having been with with the care of his young nephews with the sudden death of his sister and brother in law a year before he had been looking foward to a relaxing holiday. How does one relax when your nephews are nit where they should be, but outside in the freezing cold and snow playing totally not acceptable , they could get a chill and fever like their parents had!
What Seth discovers is the boys outside playing with a beautiful women, whose apparent idea of introducing herself is with a snowball to his face. Though their first meeting may be a bit auspicious, Seth can not help to be taken with Lillian Prim, the very challenging, engaging and attractive women. Seth has never felt this way before, challenged and attracted at the same time and as its turns out the instant attraction he is feeling is mutual. The problem being however, that Seth is very driven with his nephews and restrictive and Lillian believes he is controlling and smothering which leads to arguments, arguments that to spite their attraction for each other and Seth's mind numbing and tingle creating kisses, leave Lillian to believe regardless of her feelings , a match between them will not work out.
Seth must now use his drive and keen mind to convince her otherwise, and all before Christmas!
Arc Graciuosly provided via Netgalley for an honest review.
December 2, 2016
‘Tis the season for sugary-sweet holiday stories on my e-reader. Author Amelia Grey brings that Christmas spirit into her novella Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis with cute kids, a snowy setting and a yuletide gathering of friends. I would have to be a Grinch not to enjoy this kind of story; however a few missteps keep it from being a holiday classic.
The Marquis of Wythebury has brought his two nephews along with him to celebrate Christmastime at the country home of the Duke of Hurst along with the other members of the Heirs’ Club and their families. A two-week long house party will hopefully be a chance for Seth to find some amusement with the other men while distracting the boys from thinking about their first Christmas without both parents. Unfortunately the rough roads and cold weather they encounter as they travel to Hurst’s estate make the children’s governess ill and she must stay behind at a coaching inn. This leaves Seth in the lurch as to how to take care of the boys until she recovers and can rejoin them. On the first morning of the house party Seth makes the mistake of expecting two rambunctious boys to sit quietly while he steps away for a moment. When he hears them excitedly playing outside in the snow he is ready to chastise them both for leaving the warm house until a snowball to the face stops him in his tracks.
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The Marquis of Wythebury has brought his two nephews along with him to celebrate Christmastime at the country home of the Duke of Hurst along with the other members of the Heirs’ Club and their families. A two-week long house party will hopefully be a chance for Seth to find some amusement with the other men while distracting the boys from thinking about their first Christmas without both parents. Unfortunately the rough roads and cold weather they encounter as they travel to Hurst’s estate make the children’s governess ill and she must stay behind at a coaching inn. This leaves Seth in the lurch as to how to take care of the boys until she recovers and can rejoin them. On the first morning of the house party Seth makes the mistake of expecting two rambunctious boys to sit quietly while he steps away for a moment. When he hears them excitedly playing outside in the snow he is ready to chastise them both for leaving the warm house until a snowball to the face stops him in his tracks.
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July 28, 2022
Fast paced, well written, as well as amusing, I was able to finish this in under an hour. My only issue is the time frame in which the main characters confessed their feelings for one another.
January 31, 2017
Originally posted on Adria's Romance Reviews
* A copy of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley for the purpose of an honest review. All conclusions are my own responsibility and I was not compensated for this review.
Seth Wythebury, the Marquis of Wythebury has been left in charge of his young nephews and plans on keeping them safe while they grow up to be proper gentlemen but when he and the boys meet Lillian Prim all bets are off. Lillian scolds Seth for not allowing the boys to be children, which of course includes letting them play outside. Caught off guard, Seth doesn't know what to make of Lillian or the attraction he feels towards her. Lillian is determined to create mischief and involve the boys in as many fun child like pursuits as possible and will even involve the stern Marquis just so that the three of them can learn how to have fun.
I don’t think I’ve ever gotten such warm and fuzzy feelings with a holiday romance before! I mean, I’ve enjoyed them before but Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is just one of those stories that has a lot of heart without being over the top cheesy or sugary sweet.
Seth Wythebury, the Marquis of Wythebury isn’t a bad man, he just doesn’t know how to take care of two orphaned boys . He doesn’t play with them and rarely interacts with them yet he’s almost paranoid about their health and safety but all in a distant “I don’t play” kind of way. I’m glad that the author didn’t make him a bad guy or even a Grinch like character. He was just stuffy and he genuinely didn’t know how to relax. Believe it or not, I liked that about him. He had something to learn and a chance to learn it through his nephews. His growth was laced with plenty of humor and romance but also heartbreak.
Lillian Prim has such a different outlook on life than Seth does. She believes in fun and enjoying life to its fullest every single day. She brought the holiday cheer in the story without even trying to. She was vivacious, mischievous, and loving. I could see why Seth ended up falling for her. Lillian wasn’t intimidated by Seth’s title either and throughout the entire book she reminds him just how little his title matters when it comes to doing what she feels is best for the two boys he’s in charge of. Lillian was just such fun and really lit up the pages with her spunky attitude and her sharp tongue.
I had such a good time with Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis that I didn’t miss the lack of a physical relationship between Seth and Lillian. Their relationship is more sweet than sexy and while I normally don’t enjoy stories that don’t have both aspects of an adult relationship, Amelia Grey did a fantastic job building a relationship based on humor, mutual affection, and love for the two boys in Seth’s care.
I’m not familiar with Amelia Grey as a whole, in fact Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is my first book but I’m definitely curious about her full length novels if this is the kind of personalities I can expect.
Final Verdict: Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is definitely a must buy for the holiday season. The fun plot, likeable characters, and holiday cheer is what needs to be shared with all romance fans as often as possible.
* A copy of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley for the purpose of an honest review. All conclusions are my own responsibility and I was not compensated for this review.
Seth Wythebury, the Marquis of Wythebury has been left in charge of his young nephews and plans on keeping them safe while they grow up to be proper gentlemen but when he and the boys meet Lillian Prim all bets are off. Lillian scolds Seth for not allowing the boys to be children, which of course includes letting them play outside. Caught off guard, Seth doesn't know what to make of Lillian or the attraction he feels towards her. Lillian is determined to create mischief and involve the boys in as many fun child like pursuits as possible and will even involve the stern Marquis just so that the three of them can learn how to have fun.
I don’t think I’ve ever gotten such warm and fuzzy feelings with a holiday romance before! I mean, I’ve enjoyed them before but Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is just one of those stories that has a lot of heart without being over the top cheesy or sugary sweet.
Seth Wythebury, the Marquis of Wythebury isn’t a bad man, he just doesn’t know how to take care of two orphaned boys . He doesn’t play with them and rarely interacts with them yet he’s almost paranoid about their health and safety but all in a distant “I don’t play” kind of way. I’m glad that the author didn’t make him a bad guy or even a Grinch like character. He was just stuffy and he genuinely didn’t know how to relax. Believe it or not, I liked that about him. He had something to learn and a chance to learn it through his nephews. His growth was laced with plenty of humor and romance but also heartbreak.
Lillian Prim has such a different outlook on life than Seth does. She believes in fun and enjoying life to its fullest every single day. She brought the holiday cheer in the story without even trying to. She was vivacious, mischievous, and loving. I could see why Seth ended up falling for her. Lillian wasn’t intimidated by Seth’s title either and throughout the entire book she reminds him just how little his title matters when it comes to doing what she feels is best for the two boys he’s in charge of. Lillian was just such fun and really lit up the pages with her spunky attitude and her sharp tongue.
I had such a good time with Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis that I didn’t miss the lack of a physical relationship between Seth and Lillian. Their relationship is more sweet than sexy and while I normally don’t enjoy stories that don’t have both aspects of an adult relationship, Amelia Grey did a fantastic job building a relationship based on humor, mutual affection, and love for the two boys in Seth’s care.
I’m not familiar with Amelia Grey as a whole, in fact Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is my first book but I’m definitely curious about her full length novels if this is the kind of personalities I can expect.
Final Verdict: Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is definitely a must buy for the holiday season. The fun plot, likeable characters, and holiday cheer is what needs to be shared with all romance fans as often as possible.
November 23, 2016
Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis is book 3.5, a novella, in 'The Heirs' Club of Scoundrels' series by Amelia Grey.
It is the story about Seth, the Marquis of Wythebury. He has taken on the care of his two small nephews since their parents died. He's doing a good job with them, but is very over protective of them. Something that he is soon told in no uncertain terms when he attends a house party and meets Miss Lillian Prim.
He first comes across her when he finds her outside in the snow playing with his nephews. He is fuming because he is worried sick that the boys will catch their death of cold being outside in such cold weather. He'd already had to leave his governess for the boys at an Inn they stopped in because she was too ill to travel on to the party. With those possible germs in the boys already and then their exposure to the cold, he dreaded the outcome. Seth tries to tell Lillian off, but her attitude, her cheek and her sass, all coupled with a gorgeous smile, soon get his temper cooling. In fact, before they finish their conversation and get the boys back inside, Prim has got Seth agreeing to let her look after the boys the next day, providing they study as well as have some outdoor fun too.
From their very first meeting it was lust at first site, and the more time they spend together, the more they like each other too. Lillian finds herself falling for Seth, but she can't see herself being with any man who is so strict with children. Can she teach him that it's OK to let children play too, or is his own upbringing, along with his duty to his nephews to ground in for him to even attempt to change his ways.
Seth on the other hand, when he isn't fuming at Lillian, finds that he could be falling for her too. BUT, she is his best friend's sister, and she is far too lenient with the boys. He is adamant that they will end up suffering if they have too much time not spent studying.
Can two such opposite people become more than just friends? It's what they both want if only they can work past their pride and stubbornness.
This was the ultimate feel good Christmas time Novella. Reading how the boys interact with Lillian, and watching their uncle learn to soften up a bit too was just so sweet. Then of course there were the stolen kisses between our couple, such built up passion released during each kiss, and yet they were both left wanting more. There was such great chemistry between them, and when they weren't arguing about the boys, they had such fun light hearted moments. You couldn't help but smile.
A fab, fun book, that I wholeheartedly recommend.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book.
It is the story about Seth, the Marquis of Wythebury. He has taken on the care of his two small nephews since their parents died. He's doing a good job with them, but is very over protective of them. Something that he is soon told in no uncertain terms when he attends a house party and meets Miss Lillian Prim.
He first comes across her when he finds her outside in the snow playing with his nephews. He is fuming because he is worried sick that the boys will catch their death of cold being outside in such cold weather. He'd already had to leave his governess for the boys at an Inn they stopped in because she was too ill to travel on to the party. With those possible germs in the boys already and then their exposure to the cold, he dreaded the outcome. Seth tries to tell Lillian off, but her attitude, her cheek and her sass, all coupled with a gorgeous smile, soon get his temper cooling. In fact, before they finish their conversation and get the boys back inside, Prim has got Seth agreeing to let her look after the boys the next day, providing they study as well as have some outdoor fun too.
From their very first meeting it was lust at first site, and the more time they spend together, the more they like each other too. Lillian finds herself falling for Seth, but she can't see herself being with any man who is so strict with children. Can she teach him that it's OK to let children play too, or is his own upbringing, along with his duty to his nephews to ground in for him to even attempt to change his ways.
Seth on the other hand, when he isn't fuming at Lillian, finds that he could be falling for her too. BUT, she is his best friend's sister, and she is far too lenient with the boys. He is adamant that they will end up suffering if they have too much time not spent studying.
Can two such opposite people become more than just friends? It's what they both want if only they can work past their pride and stubbornness.
This was the ultimate feel good Christmas time Novella. Reading how the boys interact with Lillian, and watching their uncle learn to soften up a bit too was just so sweet. Then of course there were the stolen kisses between our couple, such built up passion released during each kiss, and yet they were both left wanting more. There was such great chemistry between them, and when they weren't arguing about the boys, they had such fun light hearted moments. You couldn't help but smile.
A fab, fun book, that I wholeheartedly recommend.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book.
December 2, 2016
Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis is a fun and quick short story of Regency England, Christmastide, families, and love. Seth Wythebury, Marquis of Wythebury, has brought his two young nephews with him to a friend's home for the Christmas holidays. His nephews are recently orphaned and now under his guardianship, but Seth knows nothing about children and isn't quite sure what to do with them. He believes they'd be better studying all the time indoors. Miss Lillian Prim, sister-in-law to Seth's best friend (and host) has other ideas. Snow ball fights, sleigh rides, and not studying all the time are what she recommends. Can opposites attract in time for a Christmas engagement?
A fast paced novella that still manages to include high jinks, humor, challenges, and chemistry is a rare thing, but Mistletoe manages all of that and more. Lillian and Seth battle back and forth, matching wits and stubbornness while enjoying themselves enough to fall in love. I'm not fond of books including small children, so I was glad that the nephews acted more as a way for Seth and Lillian to discover their differences in approaching life, while also being what draws them together, than being main characters themselves. Both characters know themselves, but also begin to discover where they can compromise to make the other happy. I enjoyed Seth's big declaration at the end, where he proves himself above the average suitor in imagination and memory. Perhaps one of the most touching, and memorable, moments for me was at the very end, when Lillian worries that eventually they will become unhappy because of their differences- how can they be sure their love will last? Not a question that often comes up- and Seth's answer is one that applies to couples today as well as it applies to him and Lillian: that's part of the challenge of love, and when differences start to push you apart, remind each other of the love and special memories that brought you together in the first place.
A lovely and fun story for the holidays- and all the year through!
I received an ARC of this book through NetGalley for an honest review.
For my full book review, go to:
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A fast paced novella that still manages to include high jinks, humor, challenges, and chemistry is a rare thing, but Mistletoe manages all of that and more. Lillian and Seth battle back and forth, matching wits and stubbornness while enjoying themselves enough to fall in love. I'm not fond of books including small children, so I was glad that the nephews acted more as a way for Seth and Lillian to discover their differences in approaching life, while also being what draws them together, than being main characters themselves. Both characters know themselves, but also begin to discover where they can compromise to make the other happy. I enjoyed Seth's big declaration at the end, where he proves himself above the average suitor in imagination and memory. Perhaps one of the most touching, and memorable, moments for me was at the very end, when Lillian worries that eventually they will become unhappy because of their differences- how can they be sure their love will last? Not a question that often comes up- and Seth's answer is one that applies to couples today as well as it applies to him and Lillian: that's part of the challenge of love, and when differences start to push you apart, remind each other of the love and special memories that brought you together in the first place.
A lovely and fun story for the holidays- and all the year through!
I received an ARC of this book through NetGalley for an honest review.
For my full book review, go to:
http://bookwyrmreader.blogspot.com/20...
November 29, 2016
A short novella set in the world of the Heirs’ Club is the focus of this story, with a rather outspoken and immature heroine doing her best to shake up Seth’s world.
Guardian of his nephews who lost both parents and governess to illness after exposure to the cold, Seth is hypervigilant that the boys (ages 5 and 7) are not exposed to such dangers. But, the house party brings him face to face (and snowball) with Lillian, as she is playing with the boys outside. The interplay between the two, full of lustful thoughts, harsh words and Lillian’s demanding and often interfering “I Know Best” attitude rankles, and justifiably so.
Seth has his reasons for worry, and he is the children’s’ guardian, so Lilian is stepping far beyond her remit, and her seeming determination to disagree with any of Seth’s choices does, at first, seem a bit cheeky and playful. Unfortunately, that quickly runs to annoying. She’s wholly without foresight or consideration of consequences to the children, or Seth’s wishes. And this back and forth is set as the stage for their attraction and connection.
Oh sure, they are well-suited, and some of Seth’s demands and expectations for the boys’ care and behavior are over the top, but he’s justified in them based on his own fears and grief. While the background of the why was clearly set, there wasn’t much development of Seth and his personality. With Lillian, she is obstreperous and immature, without the ability to empathize with anyone who doesn’t share her view that life should be fun. It was interesting to watch these two, but such a divergence from the earlier books in this series that it never quite seemed to fit.
A read best chosen without expectations of the flair or development from the earlier titles, it’s a simple diversion read, suitable for a quick escape in this busy season.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
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November 29, 2016
4.5 Stars!
And it started with a snowball!
I have always had Amelia Grey on my radar and what better time time to try a new-to-me author than at Christmas? MISTLETOE, MISCHIEF, and the MARQUIS is a breezy and happy novella full of love and Christmas spirit.
Lillian last name is Prim, but she is anything but. She has a zest for life which she shares with two sweet little boys whose parents have died of illness and their governess is ill as well. She has volunteered to help care for the boys at the holiday house party at her brother-in-law's home and can't believe how much school work the boys are expected to do, especially since they are only 5 and 7 years old. So for a break, she takes the boys outdoors to have fun in the snow.
The boys uncle, the marquis is horrified when he sees them having a snowball fight. Seth's heart is in the right place, but he is overprotective. Lillian actually has to barter some fun time for the boys. Staid as he is, Seth is enchanted by the feisty woman who had the audacity to hit him with a snowball. He thinks she is cheeky, but he can't stop thinking about her.
This is a heartwarming feel good story and I loved the playfulness of it. I also loved the chemistry between Lillian and Seth as she taught the oh so serious man to let go and have fun once in awhile. MISTLETOE, MISCHIEF, and the MARQUIS is what a holiday romance is all about, the warm and fuzzy good feeling of love and joy at Christmas!
I received an ARC from Publisher in exchange for an honest review
And it started with a snowball!
I have always had Amelia Grey on my radar and what better time time to try a new-to-me author than at Christmas? MISTLETOE, MISCHIEF, and the MARQUIS is a breezy and happy novella full of love and Christmas spirit.
Lillian last name is Prim, but she is anything but. She has a zest for life which she shares with two sweet little boys whose parents have died of illness and their governess is ill as well. She has volunteered to help care for the boys at the holiday house party at her brother-in-law's home and can't believe how much school work the boys are expected to do, especially since they are only 5 and 7 years old. So for a break, she takes the boys outdoors to have fun in the snow.
The boys uncle, the marquis is horrified when he sees them having a snowball fight. Seth's heart is in the right place, but he is overprotective. Lillian actually has to barter some fun time for the boys. Staid as he is, Seth is enchanted by the feisty woman who had the audacity to hit him with a snowball. He thinks she is cheeky, but he can't stop thinking about her.
This is a heartwarming feel good story and I loved the playfulness of it. I also loved the chemistry between Lillian and Seth as she taught the oh so serious man to let go and have fun once in awhile. MISTLETOE, MISCHIEF, and the MARQUIS is what a holiday romance is all about, the warm and fuzzy good feeling of love and joy at Christmas!
I received an ARC from Publisher in exchange for an honest review
November 22, 2016
Mistletoe, Mischief and the Marquis by Amelia Grey
The Heirs' Club of Scoundrels #3.5
I smiled, I felt, I enjoyed and I was thoroughly engaged in reading this delightful holiday romance. Though less than one hundred pages the story was perfection. And, when I had read the last word I was not ready to leave the characters behind. In fact, I now want to find the other books in the series and read each and every one of them!
Seth Wythebury, Second Marquis of Wythebury is the guardian of his nephews Fallon and Heron. He takes his responsibilities for the 5 and 7 year olds seriously – even when on a holiday visit to his friend, the Duke of Hurst. His first encounter with Lillian Prim, the duke’s sister, was perfection and set the stage for the rest of the book. Lillian stirred something in Seth by being open, honest and a bit mischievous. Her beauty was not superficial but an intrinsic part of her personality and being. The two were made for and mad about one another BUT would love be enough or were their personalities too dissimilar to create a lasting forever relationship?
I loved this story and would like to thank NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC. I would like to thank the author for writing the story because it charmed me, warmed my heart and made me happy today. This is my honest review.
5 Stars
The Heirs' Club of Scoundrels #3.5
I smiled, I felt, I enjoyed and I was thoroughly engaged in reading this delightful holiday romance. Though less than one hundred pages the story was perfection. And, when I had read the last word I was not ready to leave the characters behind. In fact, I now want to find the other books in the series and read each and every one of them!
Seth Wythebury, Second Marquis of Wythebury is the guardian of his nephews Fallon and Heron. He takes his responsibilities for the 5 and 7 year olds seriously – even when on a holiday visit to his friend, the Duke of Hurst. His first encounter with Lillian Prim, the duke’s sister, was perfection and set the stage for the rest of the book. Lillian stirred something in Seth by being open, honest and a bit mischievous. Her beauty was not superficial but an intrinsic part of her personality and being. The two were made for and mad about one another BUT would love be enough or were their personalities too dissimilar to create a lasting forever relationship?
I loved this story and would like to thank NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC. I would like to thank the author for writing the story because it charmed me, warmed my heart and made me happy today. This is my honest review.
5 Stars
November 29, 2016
*I received an eARC of this book from netgalley and the publisher and am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
I was totally charmed by this novella!
Lillian and Seth are incredibly likable leads and are easily my favorite couple in the series.
Seth is raising his late sister's orphaned boys. He takes the responsibility seriously and due to the sudden death of his sister and brother-in-law tends to be a bit over protective.
Lillian has no problem telling the handsome marquis that he is stifling his wards and that he needs to lighten up! Seth is immediately smitten by this bold miss and sets out to prove her wrong and keep her for his own.
Let the battle of the wills commence!!
This story is well written, the story flows nicely, it has some heated kisses and a great cast of secondary characters.
The only complaint I had with this book was that, I thought Lillian should have compromised a bit at the end, her stubbornness and refusals to Seth seemed to be in direct contrast to the warm and generous person she is introduced to the reader as. But in the grand scheme of things - this is a very minor point and didn't diminish my reading enjoyment!
This novella is part of a series, but can definitely be read as a stand alone title.
I was totally charmed by this novella!
Lillian and Seth are incredibly likable leads and are easily my favorite couple in the series.
Seth is raising his late sister's orphaned boys. He takes the responsibility seriously and due to the sudden death of his sister and brother-in-law tends to be a bit over protective.
Lillian has no problem telling the handsome marquis that he is stifling his wards and that he needs to lighten up! Seth is immediately smitten by this bold miss and sets out to prove her wrong and keep her for his own.
Let the battle of the wills commence!!
This story is well written, the story flows nicely, it has some heated kisses and a great cast of secondary characters.
The only complaint I had with this book was that, I thought Lillian should have compromised a bit at the end, her stubbornness and refusals to Seth seemed to be in direct contrast to the warm and generous person she is introduced to the reader as. But in the grand scheme of things - this is a very minor point and didn't diminish my reading enjoyment!
This novella is part of a series, but can definitely be read as a stand alone title.
November 26, 2016
This was a fun read for the holidays. The author has captured the regency ear of the season for those who want a feel good story. I liked the characters who were well developed with thought and feelings of their own. It was a perfect novel for a winters night of light entertainment.
You have a man who doesn't know the first thing about children. Seth, the Marquis of Wythebury has been taking care of two small boys since their parents died. He is very strict and is very protective of his charges. Seth is a bachelor who has opened his home but doesn't know how to communicate and let his hair down (so to speak)
When is attends a house party with the boys, he meets the lovely and rambunctious Miss Lillian Prim. She is outside playing with his wards in the snow which is very cold. He starts to confront the woman who gives him a beautiful smile and smacks him with a snowball. She feels that boys need to play but Seth thinks otherwise.
The two are attracted to each other and the holiday magic works between them. Lots of kisses and secret meetings beneath the mistletoe. Like the title implies and then some.
I appreciate Net Galley for this ARC title in which I gave an honest review.
You have a man who doesn't know the first thing about children. Seth, the Marquis of Wythebury has been taking care of two small boys since their parents died. He is very strict and is very protective of his charges. Seth is a bachelor who has opened his home but doesn't know how to communicate and let his hair down (so to speak)
When is attends a house party with the boys, he meets the lovely and rambunctious Miss Lillian Prim. She is outside playing with his wards in the snow which is very cold. He starts to confront the woman who gives him a beautiful smile and smacks him with a snowball. She feels that boys need to play but Seth thinks otherwise.
The two are attracted to each other and the holiday magic works between them. Lots of kisses and secret meetings beneath the mistletoe. Like the title implies and then some.
I appreciate Net Galley for this ARC title in which I gave an honest review.
November 28, 2016
I really like reading Amelia's books! I grab every one I can find.She writes good story lines and gives us some real characters. This story is set just before Christmas. Seth is still getting over the deaths of his sister and her husband. Spoiler. He now has the care of his two nephews, Fallon and Heron. Spoiler. He comes across Lillian playing with the boys outside in the snow. Seth blows up and yells at her because they were outside. He finds himself falling for her but while she wants him she won't marry a man who is a stiff. He is Power and gets what he wants. He learns a hard lesson. I like the short read here. I would recommend this book to read. Check it out. Don't let it get away! I volunteered to read and review this book.
February 10, 2017
This was a pretty quick and sweet read. It’s definitely about the opposites attract and who doesn’t love a holiday house party? Seth is a bit on the serious side, wanting to take care of his little nephews after their parent dies. Lillian is cheerful and wants the boys to have fun. Despite some clashing, there’s an undeniable attraction between the two of them. There is some angst but the grand gesture at the end was so adorable, I very much enjoyed that part!
{*Thanks to St. Martin's Press and Netgalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review. Original review art Bookmunchies
{*Thanks to St. Martin's Press and Netgalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review. Original review art Bookmunchies
November 28, 2016
A wonderful Christmas story but much too short. I read it while on my way to work and back home and was disappointed that I already finished it because I really enjoyed the play between those two leads a lot. And Seth isnt this standard character, there is depth and some fun with him and Liliane is just cute ... my fav scene was the one when they had a snowball fight. Adorable!
January 6, 2017
Cute short story.
November 29, 2016
3.5 Stars As reviewed at Roses Are Blue : http://wp.me/p3QRh4-sg
Seth Wythebury, the Marquis of Wythebury, has become guardian to his two young nephews after their parents died. While he loves the boys, and is kind to them, the circumstances of their parents' death has made Seth very over protective. He stresses lessons and learning and all but wraps them in cotton wool to keep them safe. Seth receives an invitation to a house party, which he is inclined to decline, but his friend insists that he come and bring the boys with hm. While en route, the boys' governess becomes ill, and Seth, fearing that the boys may also become ill, leaves the governess at an inn to recover while they continue on.
When Lillian Prim finds two young boys looking glum and sitting in a hallway by themselves, she encourages them to come outside and play. When Seth returns to where he left the boys to wait for him, and finds them gone, he anxiously begins searching for them. The trail leads outside, where he is promptly hit smack in the face by a snowball thrown by Lillian.
After Lillian apologizes, and they introduce themselves, Seth is shocked to find that Lillian doesn't fawn over him the way most women do. She is sister to two duchesses, which accounts for her lack of awe at Seth's title. Though he's intrigued by the lovely lady, Seth still insists on taking the boys inside, out of the cold, so they don't become ill. Lillian disagrees with Seth's coddling, and tries to encourage him to let the boys have fun.
MISTLETOE, MISCHIEF, AND THE MARQUIS is a delightful novella which has a lovely and fun loving young lady trying to loosen up the marquis, who has taken his guardianship very seriously. While Seth was never a stick in the mud, he's so fearful of some illness or accident befalling one of the boys, that he's smothering them. Although Lillian and Seth appear to be polar opposites, they have a definite attraction and affection. When they are caught in a compromising situation, can Seth convince Lillian that he's the right man for her future? This sweet and short novella is guaranteed to fill a couple hours with plenty of smiles.
Seth Wythebury, the Marquis of Wythebury, has become guardian to his two young nephews after their parents died. While he loves the boys, and is kind to them, the circumstances of their parents' death has made Seth very over protective. He stresses lessons and learning and all but wraps them in cotton wool to keep them safe. Seth receives an invitation to a house party, which he is inclined to decline, but his friend insists that he come and bring the boys with hm. While en route, the boys' governess becomes ill, and Seth, fearing that the boys may also become ill, leaves the governess at an inn to recover while they continue on.
When Lillian Prim finds two young boys looking glum and sitting in a hallway by themselves, she encourages them to come outside and play. When Seth returns to where he left the boys to wait for him, and finds them gone, he anxiously begins searching for them. The trail leads outside, where he is promptly hit smack in the face by a snowball thrown by Lillian.
After Lillian apologizes, and they introduce themselves, Seth is shocked to find that Lillian doesn't fawn over him the way most women do. She is sister to two duchesses, which accounts for her lack of awe at Seth's title. Though he's intrigued by the lovely lady, Seth still insists on taking the boys inside, out of the cold, so they don't become ill. Lillian disagrees with Seth's coddling, and tries to encourage him to let the boys have fun.
MISTLETOE, MISCHIEF, AND THE MARQUIS is a delightful novella which has a lovely and fun loving young lady trying to loosen up the marquis, who has taken his guardianship very seriously. While Seth was never a stick in the mud, he's so fearful of some illness or accident befalling one of the boys, that he's smothering them. Although Lillian and Seth appear to be polar opposites, they have a definite attraction and affection. When they are caught in a compromising situation, can Seth convince Lillian that he's the right man for her future? This sweet and short novella is guaranteed to fill a couple hours with plenty of smiles.
December 3, 2016
Seth Wythebury, the Marquis of Wythebury, is a serious, book-minded taskmaster who feels the charge of his young orphaned nephews keenly and strictly regulates their time with studies. While visiting the Duke of Hurst for Christmas, Seth encounters plucky Lillian Prim, the younger sister of his host’s wife. Lillian believes Seth’s rigorous demands are too much for the boys and tries to convince Seth they need less study and more play, especially outside. Seth is afraid the boys will catch a fever from the cold and die like both their parents did. When a hard-won outing to the stables with the boys ends badly, Lillian realizes she loves Seth but could never marry such a demanding and unforgiving man. Seth will have to get creative quickly to win Lillian back during his short Christmas stay.
Verdict Grey (Wedding Night with the Earl) focuses on opposites attracting with the mischievous heroine and her staid counterpart. Unfortunately, Seth’s overbearing nature wins out, resulting in a less-than-convincing hero and happily ever after. “Heirs’ Club” fans may enjoy reading this fun but predictable romance; for others, this is one to skip.
This review was originally published in Library Journal Xpress Reviews: E-Originals, November 11, 2016.
Verdict Grey (Wedding Night with the Earl) focuses on opposites attracting with the mischievous heroine and her staid counterpart. Unfortunately, Seth’s overbearing nature wins out, resulting in a less-than-convincing hero and happily ever after. “Heirs’ Club” fans may enjoy reading this fun but predictable romance; for others, this is one to skip.
This review was originally published in Library Journal Xpress Reviews: E-Originals, November 11, 2016.
December 11, 2017
The Marquis of Wythebury, is expecting an ordinary Christmastide at Hurst—until he is set upon by a beautiful miss who takes him to task for not allowing his young nephews to play outside. In his mind, a five and seven year old needn’t get chilled in the snow; better to plop them in front of the fire with a book. Few people have ever been brave enough to challenge him over anything, much less the rearing of his wards. The cheeky Miss Prim has no such compunction. No matter how fetching he finds her, he can’t give in to his attraction…for she is the sister of his best friend.
Growing up the middle child of five rambunctious girls, Lillian Prim doesn’t understand why two young boys visiting Hurst don’t know how to play until she meets their dashing guardian. The Marquis of Wythebury is commanding and intensely serious-minded. To her surprise, she’s captivated by him. It’s all she can do not to give into her feminine fantasies about her kissing him. Lillian has no intention of falling in love with the Marquis, but she will create Christmastide mischief and teach the boys and the handsome Marquis how to play, in Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis, by New York Times bestselling author Amelia Grey.
This was a cute short story, that makes me want to read this series. I liked it and I liked the characters.
Growing up the middle child of five rambunctious girls, Lillian Prim doesn’t understand why two young boys visiting Hurst don’t know how to play until she meets their dashing guardian. The Marquis of Wythebury is commanding and intensely serious-minded. To her surprise, she’s captivated by him. It’s all she can do not to give into her feminine fantasies about her kissing him. Lillian has no intention of falling in love with the Marquis, but she will create Christmastide mischief and teach the boys and the handsome Marquis how to play, in Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis, by New York Times bestselling author Amelia Grey.
This was a cute short story, that makes me want to read this series. I liked it and I liked the characters.
November 3, 2018
Seth, the Marquis of Wythebury, is looking forward to some adult time over Christmas holidays when he visits his friend Crispin, the Duke of Hurst. However, his nephews’ governess is taken ill on the trip. To his surprise, the first morning in Hurst he discovers his young nephews outside playing in the snow—a strictly forbidden activity—with Lillian Prim, his host’s sister-in-law. Their introduction comes when cheeky Miss Prim hits Seth in the face with a snowball. The two are immediately butting heads and fighting their mutual attraction.
Seth is determined for the boys to maintain a strict schedule of studies while avoiding the dangers of outdoor play. Lillian is appalled by Seth’s refusal to allow the boys some fun. Despite their differences, Seth is determined to marry the irresistible Lillian, even as she refuses.
An enjoyable short read. Although it’s part of a series, it’s easy to follow without having read the other books. I gave it 4 stars because I was bothered by Seth’s insistence that it is a young woman’s duty to fight off enameled young men because they cannot control themselves. A historically accurate attitude, but still troubling.
Seth is determined for the boys to maintain a strict schedule of studies while avoiding the dangers of outdoor play. Lillian is appalled by Seth’s refusal to allow the boys some fun. Despite their differences, Seth is determined to marry the irresistible Lillian, even as she refuses.
An enjoyable short read. Although it’s part of a series, it’s easy to follow without having read the other books. I gave it 4 stars because I was bothered by Seth’s insistence that it is a young woman’s duty to fight off enameled young men because they cannot control themselves. A historically accurate attitude, but still troubling.
November 20, 2016
Seth has become the guardian for his two nephews after the death of his sister and her husband. Seth is a gentleman who wants to make certain that his nephews are raised to be successful and serious adults.
Then he sees the two boys running around in the snow, and must rush out to bring them back inside.
That is when he meets Lillian. She is a young lady who has been playing in the snow with the boys. The fact she is a crack shot with a snow ball makes Seth curious about who this young woman is.
They are two very different people. And they certainly do not suit at all. But, there is something there.
This is a novella which has all the charm of a family Christmas story. There is a house party with family members. There is humor and affection and an entirely engaging story.
Ms Grey is a very talented author. She has created a story which makes the reader believe in Christmas magic.
I received this book from the publisher through NetGalley. I am voluntarily writing this review. All opinions are my own.
Then he sees the two boys running around in the snow, and must rush out to bring them back inside.
That is when he meets Lillian. She is a young lady who has been playing in the snow with the boys. The fact she is a crack shot with a snow ball makes Seth curious about who this young woman is.
They are two very different people. And they certainly do not suit at all. But, there is something there.
This is a novella which has all the charm of a family Christmas story. There is a house party with family members. There is humor and affection and an entirely engaging story.
Ms Grey is a very talented author. She has created a story which makes the reader believe in Christmas magic.
I received this book from the publisher through NetGalley. I am voluntarily writing this review. All opinions are my own.
November 23, 2016
I found this book on NetGally and received an Advanced Reader Copy in exchange for an honest review. And, honestly, I liked it.
I have not read any other books by Amelia Grey. While this story is part of a series, it works well as a stand-alone novella, too. For me, I liked that it was set at Christmastime and the cover is lovely. The blurb sounded fun, so it seemed like something I would enjoy – and it was.
I liked that it was familiar, but in a new combination. For example: It is set at a house party, but at Christmas. The hero has two orphaned nephews, but he is taking an active part in raising them. The heroine wants to play with the nephews during the house party, but she is not a governess. The hero and heroine argue constantly, but that is why he wants to marry her. And, eventually, the hero convinces the heroine to marry him, but they do not have premarital relations.
If you’re looking for a sweet, charming story set at Christmas, this may be a god read for you.
I have not read any other books by Amelia Grey. While this story is part of a series, it works well as a stand-alone novella, too. For me, I liked that it was set at Christmastime and the cover is lovely. The blurb sounded fun, so it seemed like something I would enjoy – and it was.
I liked that it was familiar, but in a new combination. For example: It is set at a house party, but at Christmas. The hero has two orphaned nephews, but he is taking an active part in raising them. The heroine wants to play with the nephews during the house party, but she is not a governess. The hero and heroine argue constantly, but that is why he wants to marry her. And, eventually, the hero convinces the heroine to marry him, but they do not have premarital relations.
If you’re looking for a sweet, charming story set at Christmas, this may be a god read for you.
November 1, 2018
Mistletoe, Mischief, and the Marquis is a cute Christmas novella about opposites attracting and learning to compromise. Seth has acquired guardianship of his two young nephews after their parents unexpectedly die and he has become overly protective because of fear. He is also very studious and loves reading and learning, which he is trying to instill in his nephews. Lillian grew up in a carefree home filled with love and laughs. She feels that the boys should be allowed to play and is constantly butting heads with Seth. Their instant attraction is in danger of failing unless they learn to compromise in their beliefs regarding the boys. This is a fun, entertaining story set at a house party for Christmas.
December 18, 2016
A lovely story set at a Christmas house party, where Seth Wythebury finds himself to be the only bachelor and his host's sister-in-law, Lillian, the only young unmarried woman. The story starts on a subdued note, as Seth contemplates his situation with his nephews, who lost both mother and father just a year ago. It quickly turns amusing when he meets Miss Lillian Prim. Lillian is an outspoken young woman, who tries to make the little boys' stay more fun and cheerful. She and Seth do not always agree on what is suitable for little boys, and Seth is very protective of his wards. This is the conflict they must solve or deny their mutual attraction.
August 2, 2017
4.5 *
A perfect Christmas novella set in the Regency period finds Miss Lillian Prim hurling a snowball at the dashing Lord Wythebury; yes, this is how they met. Lord Seth Wythebury has been given charge of his two rambunctious nephews after the passing of his sister. After their initial snowy meeting Miss Prim agrees to act as governess for the two young lads. Seth finally feels like he has met his match in the headstrong Lillian Prim but will that be enough to capture his heart for a lifetime?
A perfect Christmas novella set in the Regency period finds Miss Lillian Prim hurling a snowball at the dashing Lord Wythebury; yes, this is how they met. Lord Seth Wythebury has been given charge of his two rambunctious nephews after the passing of his sister. After their initial snowy meeting Miss Prim agrees to act as governess for the two young lads. Seth finally feels like he has met his match in the headstrong Lillian Prim but will that be enough to capture his heart for a lifetime?
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