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Lord and Master #3

The Marchioness

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Finally, Luna Gregory is exactly where she belongs: at Stefan Lundgren's side. With the turmoil of the past behind them and their love for each other stronger than ever, the future looks bright – and busy, now that Stefan has assumed the mantle of Marquess of Lionsbridge and Luna is managing his ancestral home on the Arborage Estate. Facing these challenges together, everything Luna has always wanted seems to be within her grasp. A home, a place in the world...and Stefan, the man she knows better than anyone on earth, who sees through to the heart of her and can reduce her to trembling need with a word, a touch.

But their love is about to be tested by a ruthless new enemy, one who will stop at nothing to acquire Arborage. Even as danger and violence spiral around Luna and Stefan, Luna's past is catching up to her – the dark truth of what she is, what she's capable of. Soon she'll have to decide how far she'll go to protect what she loves, whether she's prepared to risk losing it all.

The final searing instalment in the Lord and Master Trilogy.

312 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 20, 2017

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Profile Image for Lillian ☁ Cloud 9 Books ☁.
575 reviews342 followers
June 16, 2017
***** 3.75 Stars *****

Cannot be read as a standalone.

The Marchioness is the third and final book in the Lord and Master series. Luna and Stefan are now up against a wealthy Russian that wants the Arborage Estate at all costs. It's up to them to defend their historical home.

The story is steamy just like the previous books in the series, but I kind of felt a little disconnected. I'm not sure if it's because it's been such a long time since I've read books 1 and 2, but my feeling towards the characters have died down tremendously.

I also had some difficulty focusing on the story at times. I feel like there are areas that should have been omitted or shortened.

As a series, Lord and Master is a great steamy read. I'm just a little unsatisfied with this final book.


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Profile Image for Janet.
3,326 reviews24 followers
April 5, 2017
I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Fantastic! The perfect conclusion to this trilogy. Luna and Stefan have great chemistry along with hot, steamy sex. I love that the setting switches between England and Sweden since most romances stay in England. This is brilliantly written, and the fact that the author mentioned Garbage, one of my favorite music bands, made the story all the more sweeter in my estimation. Readers who love romance with a gothic feel will love this series.
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3,727 reviews527 followers
March 23, 2017
Luna and Stefan have to deal with lies and deception from a not so unlikely source. But the big question during is will Luna and Stefan make it to the alter? The wedding planner has dubbed her The Runaway Bride I found that a little unfair since she wasn't running away Luna was just having a hard time setting a date , All of your questions about Luna and Stefan get answered, I especially loved the epilogue which was from Stefan's point of view - he made sure you knew the exactly what he thought of Luna just in case you had any questions.

While I'm sad that Luna and Stefan's story has come to a close, I cannot wait to see what Kait Jagger has in store for us next...can I say that I am really hoping that Mika will get his HEA next.
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144 reviews3 followers
April 23, 2017
Short review!

This book is so awesome!

I like how the story talked about real things and situations. The story doesn't just revolve around the couple but other things too. I seriously love this series! I love every single one of it but this book gave me the biggest impact.

I was right about Luna being a badass in her own way. She kicked ass in this book, not literally but figuratively. And I like how she's cold sometimes when needed. She is a very great heroine.

I have a longer review of this trilogy in my blog. You can check it here.
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5,010 reviews153 followers
March 21, 2017
Searing heat. Deep lasting passion. Epic betrayal. Dark danger. The Marchioness has Luna taking her place and accepting her future while at the same time coming to turns with her past. The things hidden there are coming to light and they may just prove to be what she needed to weather the storm heading hers and Stefan’s way. In this final installment, we see that there was a full circle completed in Luna’s life. We find that the family drama, secrets, betrayal, jealousy are nothing compared to the latest enemy that wants what Stefan and Luna now possess.
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2,000 reviews44 followers
March 3, 2017
I have no words none. Stefan treats her like crap and they have violent sex and all is well....ok I have to say thank god it's done and I am assured not to read the author again.

Luna became everything she despised in her old boss..manipulative self serving and would do anything to keep her place. The kink wasn't even that good.

Received an ARC by the publisher through NetGalley
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5,013 reviews447 followers
March 21, 2017
The Marchioness is the 3rd and final book in the Lord and Master trilogy by Kait Jagger. This book wraps up all the mystery, suspense and romance the story has had plus add an additional layer to it .
The Marchioness takes off in Sweden before going back to finish the rest of the book at Arborage to finish out the rest of the book. In this book, we see the heroine come full circle from when she started in book 1 as she embraces who she is instead of running. And Stefan , oh my Stefan…he is one handsome and sexy hero who knows Luna is it for him and fights for their love and in this book, they fight hard for their love. In Lord and Master, that was what introduced us to who Luna and Stefan was while Her Master’s Servant was very much Stefan’s story. In The Marchioness, this is all Luna’s book. We see how she embraces who she is, comes out from the shadows, accepts the things she finds out about herself and embraces her darker side. Stefan sees that she is a strong woman but that at times she needs to be handled with care, something he's not always been successful at.
Author Kait Jagger writes a fantastic series with great main characters and a fabulous supporting cast. In this book, there is suspense, intrigue and danger as Luna and Stefan fight off advances from a man that wants to own Arborage and will do anything to get it. This dangerous man doesn’t fight fair and he uses some nasty techniques to fulfill his desires which find Luna and Stefan find themselves fighting for their lives. We get to see previous supporting characters make appearances which gives this final story a touching feel. Jagger has built a powerhouse finale of a book that has jealousy, intrigue, flirting, , family issues, lovely humor and the erotica that I have come to know by this author. This is one finale that you DO NOT want to miss.

My rating: 5.0 stars ****
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
Profile Image for Jenna.
687 reviews45 followers
February 28, 2017
Setting: The Arborage estate in England, Sweden, and Venice, Italy

Characters:

Luna Gregory - Former personal assistant, now director at Arborage; fiancee of Stefan Lundgren
Stefan Lundgren - Marquess of Lionsbridge; enigmatic businessman, fiance of Luna Gregory
Plot: The Marchioness is the third book in the Lord & Master trilogy and, as such, it ties up a lot of plot points that began in the first two books. Luna and Stefan have been through a lot to get to where they are; they have certainly hurt one another deeply, but those wounds have healed and, now affianced to one another, they are planning their future. But some of the threats from the past are still lingering - mainly one in the form a vicious Russian who has his eye set on Arborage and seems willing to do whatever it may take to get his way. Each player in this dangerous game makes his move carefully and strategically; until one of them raises the stakes far too high and both Luna and Stefan's lives are in danger. Luna, challenging the traditional and patriarchal roles of provider and protector, acts to put an end to the whole game, not realizing that, by doing so, she may lose the thing that matters most to her: Stefan.

Pacing: Strong and steady

Predictability: Moderate. While the Lord & Master trilogy is anything but a typical romance novel, there are some elements that are consistent with that genre. As a result, some of the plot points are easy to spot - others are a little more of a surprise.

Wild Card: The Marchioness brings a satisfying conclusion to Kait Jagger's trilogy. Luna and Stefan certainly share an intense and tumultuous relationship; they have changed one another and themselves along the way and we, as readers, get to be a part of that journey. That journey is sometimes painful and difficult to experience but is also beautiful and powerful. While I would never wish for the danger and emotional peaks and valleys, I can certainly feel jealous of the deep love and connection the characters share; it's not something that comes along every day, certainly! I appreciate the fullness of the story - Stefan and Luna each have rich and complex lives on their own and Kait Jagger explores each in this book and the trilogy on the whole. They are both strong, smart, and savvy in their professions - more than one-dimensional characters who only exist to be one-half of a whole.

I am curious, however, why The PA introduced toward the end of the book is never given a name!

All told, I really enjoyed this series. It is written with a clever and complicated story arc in mind that easily fills each of the books with detailed scenes and story lines.

Hit, Miss, or Draw: Hit
394 reviews4 followers
February 25, 2017
Heart pounding danger and passionate love come together in the final segment of Lord and Master . This has been a journey of the healing power of love. The characters have developed into such wonderful people that I cannot think of going on without them. Each hour I read this last book in the trilogy I wished for the resolution. I yearned for closure and for these friends of mine (for that is what they have become) to have their happily ever after. Luna and Stefan and their family and friends have been through wars together and I wished for harmony at last for them. SO I read through the night and cried as they nearly died for each other. I screamed at the injustice and the hatred of Stefan’s mother and sighed at the kindness of Augusta and Soren. I died a little as Luna faced Vicktor, fearing the worst. I marveled at the love of Stefan as he surprised Luna and she wept for joy. And I marveled that so many emotions could be pulled from me in the short span of a few hours. The writing in this book as in the two previous books in the trilogy is amazing. The depth of knowledge from locations of London, Stockholm and Venice and more to the running of an historic home like Arborage to the job of a PA, all so insightful and real that it makes the story that much better. But the bottom line is that in the end, when I got my resolution, as only Jagger can do it, well, I miss them. I miss Luna and Stefan and Soren and Kayla and Jem and Nancy and even Augusta, Helen and Isabelle. I finished the book maybe 3 days ago and every day so far I have woke up thinking, I wonder what will happen today with Luna and Stefan, only to realize I have finished the book and there is no more. And then I am sad. I really miss them and the story. It is one of those rare books that you just cannot wait to complete and then feel all alone once you do!! Please do yourself a favor and get this trilogy. It is an epic love story with passion and intrigue and intricate plots woven amongst family trials and tribulations. It is full and real and also bigger than life at times. And it is wonderful, charming, deep and emotional. It is everything a true epic should be. One for the ages. MOST DEFINITELY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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687 reviews15 followers
March 20, 2017
The Marchioness, the third and final chapter of Kait Jagger’s Lord and Master trilogy, does not disappoint. Capturing all of the romance and conspiracy of its predecessors, The Marchioness takes off in Sweden before settling the reader down where the adventure began, at Arborage.

It’s no secret to anyone how much I love this series, one I’ve recently compared to the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon. Much like Claire Randall Frasier, Luna Gregory is a heroine to be admired and, admittedly, feared. In The Marchioness, her story comes full circle just as Luna herself finally embraces all that she is. In many ways, I think I love Stefan Lundgren as much as I do because he reminds me of Jamie Fraser, a man who stole my heart 25 years ago. Stefan, like Jamie, dares to love a woman who will do everything in her power to protect him without letting it destroy his sense of self.

While Lord and Master introduced us to Luna and Stefan, Her Master’s Servant was very much Stefan’s story. The Marchioness, aptly titled, is Luna’s. Orphaned at a young age and witness to her father’s suicide, Luna adopted an icy demeanor, melted only for those she loves. Behind this lay a young woman willing to fight for her loved ones but, up until now, one that let things happen to her. Her devotion and loyalty had been taken advantage of by people she trusted, at times leading this reader to wonder at Luna’s naivety. Even when faced with difficult situations, she would do what she thought others would do, rather than dig deep into herself for answers. It was beautiful to watch Luna emerge from this, accepting herself, embracing her dual nature, and most importantly, revealing her vulnerabilities. When she finally does this, it allows Stefan to recognize that she's strong, but also needs to be handled with care, something he's not always been successful at.

Author Kait Jagger employs lovely parallels within the series. We’re treated to a chapter late in the book told from the POV of Luna’s new PA, who clearly represents the younger Luna when hired by Augusta, the previous Lady Wellstone. But, it’s the stories of Arborage’s masters and mistresses that are at the forefront. Pride separated the 6th Marquess and Marchioness. It was pride, and Arborage itself, that separated John, the 16th Marquess and his Marchioness, Augusta. Both couples endured years of separation, despite the great love they shared. Told in a subtle way throughout the series, their stories become a cautionary tale for Luna and Stefan.

The Marchioness is not lacking in adventure and intrigue as Luna and Stefan fight off advances from a man that wants to own Arborage and will do anything to get it. When he uses dangerous tactics to fulfill his desires, Luna and Stefan find themselves fighting for their lives. In addition, favorite characters return, giving the book a warm feeling that Jagger has built over the series. There’s also jealousy, family intrigue, humor, flirting, and the erotica that reflects the series’ title.

5 stars for The Marchioness. Heat level: 4.5
I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for honest feedback
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687 reviews15 followers
March 20, 2017
The Marchioness, the third and final chapter of Kait Jagger’s Lord and Master trilogy, does not disappoint. Capturing all of the romance and conspiracy of its predecessors, The Marchioness takes off in Sweden before settling the reader down where the adventure began, at Arborage.

It’s no secret to anyone how much I love this series, one I’ve recently compared to the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon. Much like Claire Randall Frasier, Luna Gregory is a heroine to be admired and, admittedly, feared. In The Marchioness, her story comes full circle just as Luna herself finally embraces all that she is. In many ways, I think I love Stefan Lundgren as much as I do because he reminds me of Jamie Fraser, a man who stole my heart 25 years ago. Stefan, like Jamie, dares to love a woman who will do everything in her power to protect him without letting it destroy his sense of self.

While Lord and Master introduced us to Luna and Stefan, Her Master’s Servant was very much Stefan’s story. The Marchioness, aptly titled, is Luna’s. Orphaned at a young age and witness to her father’s suicide, Luna adopted an icy demeanor, melted only for those she loves. Behind this lay a young woman willing to fight for her loved ones but, up until now, one that let things happen to her. Her devotion and loyalty had been taken advantage of by people she trusted, at times leading this reader to wonder at Luna’s naivety. Even when faced with difficult situations, she would do what she thought others would do, rather than dig deep into herself for answers. It was beautiful to watch Luna emerge from this, accepting herself, embracing her dual nature, and most importantly, revealing her vulnerabilities. When she finally does this, it allows Stefan to recognize that she's strong, but also needs to be handled with care, something he's not always been successful at.

Author Kait Jagger employs lovely parallels within the series. We’re treated to a chapter late in the book told from the POV of Luna’s new PA, who clearly represents the younger Luna when hired by Augusta, the previous Lady Wellstone. But, it’s the stories of Arborage’s masters and mistresses that are at the forefront. Pride separated the 6th Marquess and Marchioness. It was pride, and Arborage itself, that separated John, the 16th Marquess and his Marchioness, Augusta. Both couples endured years of separation, despite the great love they shared. Told in a subtle way throughout the series, their stories become a cautionary tale for Luna and Stefan.

The Marchioness is not lacking in adventure and intrigue as Luna and Stefan fight off advances from a man that wants to own Arborage and will do anything to get it. When he uses dangerous tactics to fulfill his desires, Luna and Stefan find themselves fighting for their lives. In addition, favorite characters return, giving the book a warm feeling that Jagger has built over the series. There’s also jealousy, family intrigue, humor, flirting, and the erotica that reflects the series’ title.

5 stars for The Marchioness. Heat level: 4.5
I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for honest feedback
1 review
October 29, 2017
Wow

I read all three in the series within a week in quick succession. Love the writer 's use of words, the full out fleshing of the characters. ..just loved it. Would love another in the series to read.
3,210 reviews67 followers
April 9, 2017
Best series I have read in years. Strong H and h, they are amazing and not always likeable or right, yet there is no doubting their love or passion for each other. Loved this trilogy and want more from this author - autobuy.
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464 reviews14 followers
April 10, 2017
After reading book 1, I wasn't sure if I wanted to continue the series. I decided to do so before I forgot all the various characters, but admittedly I skipped book 2. The description just didn't appeal to me.

This book was much better than the first one. The story was tighter with no long passages or descriptions that added nothing to the book. Luna and Stephan are still working out tbeir relationship, and Luna was more likeable, more mature, here. She works through her demons and does what she must do to save Stephan and Arborage. Stephan's love was more palpable in this book and it was easier to buy the relationship.

The Marchioness was a good ending to the trilogy (even though I only read 2 of the 3) and I'm glad I read it after all. The pacing and writing was much improved and the HEA satisfying.
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