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Here comes the bride?
Yeah, right.
I might be a Prince, but I’m not the Royal Wedding type.
Not until some grad student finds a centuries-old Treaty.
Now I’ve got two weeks to find a virgin wife!

The clock is ticking. I’m about to lose my fortune, my titles, my kingdom, my everything.
And I don’t even care.
There’s only one thing on my Amanda Sparks.
Sweet, innocent, pure.
And the girl I’m about to make my wife.
She just doesn’t know it yet.
Her father’s business is about to go bankrupt, but I can save it.
$25 million dollars, tax free.
All I ask for is a year.
And a night to be her first…

His Sword is a standalone romance with extra steamy bonus content included! Holly Hart always gives you a Happy Ever After, she hates cheating with a passion, and cliffhangers just as much as you do!

1705 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 5, 2017

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Holly Hart

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I make my bad boys jump from the frying pan into the fire, and straight into the heroine's bed. I like 'em bad, foul mouthed, and with eyes for the only woman in their life.

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Profile Image for Rebecca Grove.
3,492 reviews26 followers
August 7, 2017
Dante is is the Prince of Morova. His parents died when he was young and he was raised by his older sister. His sister died before he he was 21 and he is now the caretaker of her twins. Dante is the crown primce but he can't become King until he comes of political age which is 30 years. Morova is a small European country whose major business is banking so it is very wealthy but it is also very conservative. Dante has just been given some very bad news. A very old document was found hidden in the pommel of the royal sword. It says by law a crown prince must be married by his 30th birthday and worse yet it must be to a virgin. The political scene in Morova is so against royalty right now Dante is afraid that the monarchy might be eliminated or the twins taken away from him to be the future rulers. Dante has 2 weeks to marry and make it seem like a love match but where will he find a virgin.
Amanda is a scholar from Montana who is an expert on royal protocol. She has been hired to plan the Prince's 30 birthday party. She is loving seeing how royalty live and she is surprised how friendly the royal family is. She is very attracted to Dante and he is interested in her. She just can't believe that Dante could be interested in a commoner virgin. When she calls home to her father, she hears some bad news. Her father is so in debt due to her mother's lengthy sickness and some bad years on the ranch that he is going to lose the ranch in just a few months.
Dante is very attracted to Amanda. She is beautiful, spirited and kind hearted. When he finds out she is a virgin, he is thrilled. He proposes that they get married and stay together for at least a year. She can name her reward. Amanda is at first against the marriage but when she finds out how much is at stake for the twins she agrees. Dante is very surprised that her only request is for five million dollars to be given to her dad to save the ranch. The deal is made and now they just have to convince people that it was a whirlwind romance. However it seems that someone behind the scenes is plotting against them.
I really enjoyed this story. Even though Dante seemed like a playboy at first, it was made clear he was trying to draw all the media attention to him and away from the twins. I loved Amanda's down to earth attitude and her father was wise and hilarious. I voluntarily receievd a copy of this story and this is my honest review.
Profile Image for Jackie D.
1,845 reviews26 followers
August 7, 2017
This. One. Is. So. Good. Prince Charming meets the Barrel Riding Princess!
Holly Hart's unique creativity shines through in this one!

Dante needs a virginal wife before his 30th birthday, he finds out just in the nick of time, being the Prince of Morova a decree has been found that was hidden in a sword- if he does not, he will lose everything including the most important things in his life his niece and nephew.
Already on thin ice for his playboy ways, he cannot allow this to happen- he has two weeks to find a virginal woman, get her to marry him, have her pretend to be madly in love enough to convince the Parliament. Where does one find that?
Amanda, an all American girl from a cattle ranch in Montana, is the lucky girl planning Dante's Birthday celebration, the moment Dante runs's into her, he knows she is different. Finding out later she meets all requirements he needs, and the fact the spark between them is a like a live wire every time they near helps! Convincing her to do this for him, and the fate of his niece and nephew proves to be interesting- she does it from the kindness of her heart. But she is all business! Dante realizes he has met his match! Now he is determined to see how far he can push her.
Loved this sexy twist fantasy tale! This sweet, humorous read had me at the very first page did not let me go til the very end!So many feels I loved the connection between Dante, Amanda, Oriana, Vito and Issac (AKA Nonno)
The insane amount of detail, and heart tugging lines, mixed with the fun banter and feel through my Kindle connections would have been enough for me, but there was some sexy heat, blooming romance with that layer of suspense added in as well to make this an exemplarily tale that I most certainly would recommend to others!

I voluntarily read an advanced readers copy of this book
1,707 reviews12 followers
August 17, 2017
Prince Dante let the world believe that he was a total playboy and he was a little bit but mostly he was a good parent to his niece and nephew because he makes sure that they are kept out of the press. Then there was a young man a graduate student who was working in a vault in Malta when he came across a scroll in the sworn handle that was absolutely a lucky break for the prince because if his 30th birthday had past without him following the information in the sword he may have lost his crown, but since he did and his birthday celebration was about to happen and his aide Maria has hired one of the student graduates who is an protocol expert in royal etiquette Amanda Sparks is introduced to the prince and they both find they are very attracted to each other and seems they cannot keep their hands off each other but when his aide Maria tells him she can help she suggests the prince should ask Amanda. Dante is very attracted to Amanda he has never felt this way about a woman before. Things are never exactly what they seem and Amanda finds herself in a dilemma but finds excepting the prince's proposal would help her father but she doesn't want him to know what is going on This is a very interesting and funny, painful and romantic heartwarming story. I received a copy as a gift from the author. I am providing an honest review without obligation.
Profile Image for Jan .
2,156 reviews45 followers
August 13, 2017
A modern day fairytale.

I loved this story, a feel good read with no heavy drama or angst.

Amanda is born & raised as a cattle farmers daughter in Montana but she's always had an interest in monarchy and goes away to study which eventually lands her in a job at the palace for Prince Dante and to plan his coming of age 30th birthday.

A sword passed down generations is discovered to hold inside the handle a decree that Dante didn't know about which is the heir is to wed a virgin by his 30th birthday or the heir loses the throne in a nutshell Dante has two weeks to find a virgin a tall feat in itself

You guessed it, good, study hard girl Amanda with an overprotective father is said virgin.

His sword was predictable without cheesyness, I loved the characters and extended characters, Amanda's dad and his cowboy straight talking no bs ways even in a palace and what you would call prim and proper surroundings had me chuckling a few times.

A few hot moments I loved Dante and Amanda's chemistry, a jelous plotting family member and a love at first sight story, so more than enough content to keep you turning the pages.

An enjoyable read, told in dual pov's and leads to hea.

Arc received for review purposes
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2,159 reviews14 followers
August 9, 2017
Prince Dante of Morova finds out he has to be married by his 30th birthday to a virgin. That gives him 2 weeks to do the impossible, otherwise, he'll be deposed and his orphaned nephew and niece would become wards of the state. Amanda has been hired by Dante's secretary Maria to oversee Dante's birthday celebrations. Amanda is embarrassed when she admits to Maria that she's never been with a man. When Dante confides in Maria that he needs to find a virgin bride, she tells him "I think I just may have found you a princess." Dante hasn't been able to stop thinking about the beautiful Amanda from the moment he met her and would be happy to marry her. Amanda thinks the handsome Dante has lost his mind but agrees to a one year marriage so that her father never has to worry about debt ever again. Amanda never expected to fall in love with Dante, and the feeling is mutual but treason and betrayal lurks in the shadows and threatens their happiness. Will Dante and Amanda be able to get their HEA?

Holly Hart delivers a funny, suspenseful and steamy story that you won't be able to put down.

I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book
2,297 reviews18 followers
August 11, 2017
It seems each book by Holly Hart just gets better and better, the writing, the plot, the characters it all comes together in this read about a Prince, Dante and the woman, Amanda, who is hired to put his b-day bash together. Dante is the playboy prince...or so it seems to the outside world but there are many sides to him as Amanda gets to know the real man. Especially when he wants her to be his wife so he can save his niece and nephew along with the monarchy. It's a crazy plan since they only have 2 weeks to plan it and on top of that there are people trying to not make it happen.
An amazing read with some oh my my my steamy scenes but what I loved was that the story was complete, no gaps, some surprises, the characters felt real and the sparks were there, a lot of laughs when it came to Ike and when Amanda would speak her mind but more importantly to me was when they faced a scandal after they are married...not what I was expecting to happen (not running away, sticking by each other) and I LOVED LOVED it because of that fact and if I could give it more than 5 stars I would.
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*
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2,823 reviews19 followers
August 14, 2017
I absolutely loved this story!! It pulled me in from the very beginning and once I started reading it, I didn't want to stop. I loved the characters and their interactions. I loved the balance of this story and the fact that we really get to see the depth of the characters. Dante has a lot of different sides and it was great getting to see them all. Amanda was a great character and she was perfect for this. We get to see her depth in her staying true to herself throughout what they are put through. There are quite a few twists and turns in this story that you might not see coming in the way that things go down. I loved the secondary characters as well. They definitely helped make the story. This story is funny as well. It was just plain entertaining. I loved the length of the book because we got to see more and get to know the characters better. The story is hot, sex is explicit but very well done. It's all blended in perfectly. I would love to revisit these characters again some time!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Profile Image for Romaine Heart.
2,337 reviews30 followers
August 14, 2017
Playboy Prince Dante of Morava has discovered a sword that was passed down from generations. In the handle is a decree that states that before his 30th birthday he must wed a virgin or he will lose his throne. Not only would Dante lose his throne, he would also lose his custodial rights for his niece and nephew. Dante has two weeks to find his virgin bride.
Amanda is a down-to-earth cowgirl from Montana. When she goes overseas to study, she ended up with a job at the palace. She falls in love not only with Prince Dante but his niece and nephew. These children will keep you on your toes and in laughter.
After Amanda and Dante are married, she is faced with the scandals especially since they are from different backgrounds. With her unconditional love their marriage is still a success.
I love Amanda's father, Ike. He has so many stories and theories and is so down to earth like Amanda. He will keep you in stitches.
I would recommend this book
Family betrayal, deceit, lies and unconditional love.
Profile Image for DM Pennington.
Author 9 books10 followers
August 21, 2017
55 Chapters + Epilogue

YOU HAVE TO READ THIS STORY!! LOVE IT!!!!!!!! I don’t usually give the 5 stars, but I base my ratings on character strengths/weaknesses, solid and engaging story line, steamy scenes (with applicable), humor and overall emotional connection with the characters and their stories.

This book earns every star I have given. I absolutely love the characters…all of the characters. I love how the playboy prince (Dante) meets his match in the American ‘cowgirl’ from Montana (Amanda). Not judging a book by its cover is really what this story is about, not to mention true love endures. I love the twins as well as Ike (Amanda’s father). The humor in this book will have you laughing out loud. The steamy parts are HOT, HOT, HOT!

This story has so many different elements to it that I couldn’t put it down. I will admit I’m a slow reader, but I was able to finish this story (all 56 chapters) in less than 24 hours. IT IS A MUST READ!!

I voluntarily reviewed a free copy of this story for the ARC group.
154 reviews5 followers
August 23, 2017
His Sword
Prince Dante just found out about an ancient decree saying that he must marry a virgin by his 30th birthday, which is in two weeks or he looses his fortune, monarchy and guardianship of his niece and nephew. This happy bachelor has to much to loose to allow that to happen. Good thing that new hire Amanda fits the eligible virgin rule and he's already infatuated with her. Luckily Amanda agrees to the arranged marriage, but of course it can't be as simple as that and these two have to pull together to get their happily ever after. I really liked this book. I found all of the characters, well rounded, personable and even tho it's about royalty I found it believable. The only thing I would have liked more was if in her defense of Dante if Amanda had used all of her knowledge of royalty protocol since she was an expert, but many people saw her as a "commoner". I rate this book 5 hearts.
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Profile Image for Veronica LaRoche.
4,628 reviews69 followers
August 7, 2017
This story had everything between lust, love, betrayal and of course a sexy prince. Dante needs to find a wife quickly and also a virgin or he will lose everything. Amanda gets an opportunity of a lifetime when she is hired to organize the Prince's birthday party. Sparks fly when Dante & Amanda meet. Dante needs Amanda to be his wife and it's all a show until real feelings come into play but there is someone who wants to dethrone the Prince. The story flowed well, you could tell what was going to happen but I liked how Dante wasn't uptight and I love the interactions with the kids. Great story with great characters and the ending was perfect.

I voluntarily reviewed this Advanced Reader Copy of this book
434 reviews6 followers
August 8, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

FAVORITE BOOK BY HOLLY HART...so far 😝

This book was amazing in so many ways. First of all, Ms Hart's writing is phenomenal and hooks you right into the story. Secondly, her characters are so well developed and lovable (for the most part) that you feel like you know them. Thirdly, I usually don't care for the fairy tale type stories, but this was a major exception to that. It was so well written that I can't imagine someone not liking it. This story has everything: fake marriage, a playboy prone (supposedly), adorable kids, evil Aunt and her evil cohorts, southern charm, and at the heart of it all, LOVE! What more do you need to make a great story?!
2,606 reviews10 followers
August 11, 2017
Morova is a very small country that Dante is the Monarch of. What he just found out completely baffles his mind. He was just told that he has to marry not only a woman but a virgin woman by the time he turns 30. That's in 2 weeks and he doesn't, he will lose his crown. Amanda is hired to plan Dante's 30th birthday party. While she is doing her job, Dante literally runs into her. There is chemistry from the beginning and it just so happens that Amanda is a virgin. She would be perfect. What will happen if she is given this proposition? Will they fall in love? This is a good story about Dante and Amanda that you will enjoy immensely. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
Profile Image for Renata Gill.
1,359 reviews10 followers
December 14, 2017
This is a modern royal fairy tale about a Playboy Prince & a Virgin Cowgirl.
Playboy Prince Dante finds out he has two weeks to find a virgin bride before his 30th birthday or risk loosing his kingdom. Amanda has been hired to plan the Prince's 30th birthday party because of her education & knowledge about royal protocols & customs.
When the two meet it's instant attraction.will they be able to make this marriage of convenience work?
I loved all the other characters especially the twins & Ike & the humour & bantering had me laughing out loud.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book.
1,335 reviews4 followers
May 20, 2018
Two worlds collide

Amanda is an American Cowgirl, highly educated in royal protocols because of her love for Disney Princesses. Dante's the Prince of his small island country. They collide, their worlds collide, with political and family drama. Good read, overall quality of writing was good, proofreading had a few glitches. No cheating or cliffhanger and you get a happy ending. There are 4 more stories after this one so there is plenty of reading material and time. A few intimate scenes. Ms. Hart tried to make them steamy and although good something was lacking. Enjoy
Profile Image for Tracy Renfro.
65 reviews1 follower
November 7, 2018
Loved loved loved this book

How charming! I was totally smitten with this story. What a perfect romance novel. Well written with incredible characters I just fell in love with. Swooning here big time. These characters are so lovely, so relatable and believable. I lmbo and fanned my face. Country meets royalty!! Well I’ll be damned! Such love, loyalty, integrity and passion. This just tickled my fancy and took me beyond the Cinderella happily ever afters. I highly recommend this book. I wish there was more, but I’ll never forget the way it made me feel. Like all is possible and dreams can come true!
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973 reviews60 followers
August 7, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed and Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

His Sword by Holly Hart.
Standalone.
4.5 estrelas.

A estória é incrível! Adorei, principalmente, as informações históricas que fizeram toda diferenteça durante o livro.
Adorei o romance do casal, e ao mesmo tempo que queria chegar ao fim do livro para ver o que ia dar, não queria acabar. Ler sobre as aventuras deste casal é delicioso, uma leitura boa e muito interessante.

A autora traz suspense e romance, junto com um tema histórico e diferente dos comuns hoje em dia. Recomendo. =)
Profile Image for Leanne Bryson.
5,191 reviews22 followers
August 8, 2017
*** I am voluntarily reviewing an Advanced Reader Copy of this book***
Dante is a prince, who needs a bride that is a virgin, in 2 weeks, or he loses everything, including and most importantly, his family!! Easy peasy, right!!??! Enter Amanda, country girl from Montana, in his country as a party planner. There is a connection and she agrees to his offer, as long as they keep it strictly business.......sure, no problem!!??! A fun, fast, well written modern fairy tale that was really entertaining, with some interesting characters, and a great theme....family
1,242 reviews9 followers
August 9, 2017
I LOVED this book! I left my laughing absolutely hysterically! Dante was the definition of Prince Charming and Amanda was the perfect commoner. The first time they met was definitely interesting, but there were some sparks. The only thing that bugged me about this book was the second interaction between these two characters. It felt so out of character for Amanda. Other than that, this book was perfection! The characters were all likeable and well written. Ike had me in stitches!! He stole every scene he was in!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Profile Image for Donita Jones.
1,313 reviews12 followers
August 9, 2017
HIS SWORD by Holly Hart
This is the first book I have read by Holly Hart, but it certainly won't be the last. I thought this book was totally engaging. I couldn't put it down . It brings us Dante and Amanda and they couldn't be more different. He's a playboy prince of Morova approaching his 30th birthday and she is the party planner for his celebration. These two have tremendous heat between them. This book has a lot of surprises. I am looking forward to reading more by this author. I received an ARC for an honest review.
Profile Image for Barbara.
346 reviews
August 10, 2017
***I voluntarily read this ARC to give an honest review*** This is an enchanting read. A great storyline of the Prince and the commoner falling in lust and the pitfalls they have to endure on their way to love. Prince Dante finds out that in order to remain the ruler of the monarchy he must marry a virgin. His aide and his twin niece and nephew's governess, Maria, has hired a young American from Montana, Amanda, to arrange the Prince's thirtieth birthday party. In conversation, Amanda divulges to Maria that she is a twenty-six-year-old virgin. So, the story begins.
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1,033 reviews2 followers
August 12, 2017
Amanda is here in Morova for a party she is a party planner and her for the prince's party she is a cowgirl from Montana Amanda is an innocent women and trying to help her dad's business from going bankrupt and Dante is the Prince and he found out that before he 30th birthday that if you does not marry a virgin he will loose his kingdom so he found the virgin now he just needs to convince her it is the right thing to do lol. This is a funny sexy loving romance story good blending of there styles of life loved it I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. Michelle
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717 reviews
August 18, 2017
Holly does an awesome job with this tale. The characters, Amanda and Dante, have so much depth and feeling that you immediately fall in love with the idea of them as a couple. Ike, Amanda's father was a definite highlight as were twins, Dante's little niece and nephew. The flow of the story is spot on and keeps you rooted till you see the bumpy journey through to the end. It is a story of loss, betrayal, responsibility, friendship, trust, and love.
I read this in one sitting and will definitely keep it on my Kindle "shelf" for a re-read. Great job! Bravo!
Profile Image for Bunni Crawford.
186 reviews
August 7, 2017
Not at all what I expected. Usually in these, "Prince must marry or lose everything" type stories, the Prince is a royal "pr#ck" and our "future princess" is naive virgin with "daddy issues"! But, Dante actually had some character and Amanda was far from being a gullible virgin. A little bit of everything. Not to smutty, didn't read like a porn movie. If you like sweat tales, with an HEA, this is good read. I received this book as an ARC and this is my honest opinion.
1,062 reviews18 followers
August 8, 2017
Holy smokes what a hot and sexy ride this book by Holly Hart was. It had suspense, betrayal, romance, secrets, and of course lots and lots of super hot sex scenes. Can dreams really come true? Is there such a thing as love at first sight? Does truth and honor count for anything? These and other questions are answered by the time the reader gets to the last word on the last page. At least for a couple of hours, this was one extremely enjoyable vacation from reality.
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6,296 reviews46 followers
August 8, 2017
Imagine having to find a virgin to marry within two weeks or lose everything. That's the problem royal playboy Dante faces. Fate has it that a beautiful woman Amanda from the USA has been hired as the event planner for his 30th birthday celebration. Sparks fly and lots of fun and sexy times are forthcoming. This book was so much fun to read. Loved it. I received an advance copy and voluntarily chose to review it.
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3,462 reviews56 followers
August 9, 2017
HIS SWORD

I absolutely loved this story, that was captivating, entertaining, and an absolute delight to read. The author has done an amazing job creating and writing this new age fairy tale. Dante and Amanda are wonderful characters, who are thrust into a impossible situation and have to make a decision that changes their lives. A really great story, so enjoyable. Loved this book. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Profile Image for Andrea.
1,290 reviews
August 10, 2017
I love reading royal romances and Holly Hart just made a favorite for me!! Dante and Amanda are so, so perfect together. The connection is just amazing. I was hooked from the very beginning and loved the uniqueness of Holly's writing style. The suspense was the right amount to keep you reading, the sweet romance and heat just made this the perfect read. I highly recommend it!! I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Profile Image for Casey Bedolla.
44 reviews
August 10, 2017
Hot sexy read!!!

Was hot sexy read. Prince Dante needs a virgin bride but he could care less about it to keep his money. Two other lives depend on it. His party planner Amanda is what he needs and she agrees to help. Sparks fly between them but his family has other motives. Will they be torn apart before they get even get a chance. Read to find out!!! Loved the booked. Hope theres some more to it. Would love to see Carlo and Maria 😘 or even "Nonno"
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554 reviews
August 12, 2017
I really enjoyed this book. Dante is a Prince and he must find a virgin to marry before his 30th Birthday that is two weeks away. Amanda is a cowgirl from Montana and just got the job to plan the Prince's birthday party. When more is asked if her than expected with the job she agrees to help. Neither of them expected to fall for each other. I love their story and how everything turned out for them. Her dad was one of my favorite characters.
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