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Barons of the Cinque Ports #4
Forbidden: Claude
The heartbroken knight. The runaway bride. A love between them that is Forbidden!
The Heartbroken
Frenchman Sir Claude Montague returns to England still in love with Lady Rose after she has broken his heart eight years ago. She is now married and wants him by her side in her husband’s absence, as she is about to give birth to her first baby. He would do anything for Rose, but can he let go of the thoughts that bind him to his past, making him wish he were her husband?
The Runaway
Lady Evelina Du Pont escapes France and travels to England in disguise, running from an unwanted betrothal to an evil lord. She wants time to find a husband on her own and is looking for a man who will be loyal, protect her, and treat her kindly. Evelina is looking for love! First posing as a nursemaid, she is accepted at Briarbeck Castle where she hunts for the perfect husband. But with the suspicious Sir Claude getting in her way, she cannot restrain herself from pointing out his flaws.
With Claude’s attention taken by the boisterous but beautiful Evelina, he finds a new home for his misplaced love. However, Claude is a knight and she is naught but a servant. Falling in love with a woman of a different status is highly forbidden.
Will a woman searching for a man to love, have her secret identity exposed by a knight who is living with a broken heart from the past? Or will the past and the future collide, causing both Claude and Evelina to change their ways before they realize the present isn’t always as it seems?
Claude, is the story of the son of the hero and heroine from The Baron’s Destiny – Book 3 of the Barons of the Cinque Ports Series. While it is recommended to read that book first so that no surprises will be ruined, it is a standalone book that can be read by itself without prior knowledge of any other series.
The Heartbroken
Frenchman Sir Claude Montague returns to England still in love with Lady Rose after she has broken his heart eight years ago. She is now married and wants him by her side in her husband’s absence, as she is about to give birth to her first baby. He would do anything for Rose, but can he let go of the thoughts that bind him to his past, making him wish he were her husband?
The Runaway
Lady Evelina Du Pont escapes France and travels to England in disguise, running from an unwanted betrothal to an evil lord. She wants time to find a husband on her own and is looking for a man who will be loyal, protect her, and treat her kindly. Evelina is looking for love! First posing as a nursemaid, she is accepted at Briarbeck Castle where she hunts for the perfect husband. But with the suspicious Sir Claude getting in her way, she cannot restrain herself from pointing out his flaws.
With Claude’s attention taken by the boisterous but beautiful Evelina, he finds a new home for his misplaced love. However, Claude is a knight and she is naught but a servant. Falling in love with a woman of a different status is highly forbidden.
Will a woman searching for a man to love, have her secret identity exposed by a knight who is living with a broken heart from the past? Or will the past and the future collide, causing both Claude and Evelina to change their ways before they realize the present isn’t always as it seems?
Claude, is the story of the son of the hero and heroine from The Baron’s Destiny – Book 3 of the Barons of the Cinque Ports Series. While it is recommended to read that book first so that no surprises will be ruined, it is a standalone book that can be read by itself without prior knowledge of any other series.
186 pages, ebook
Published April 18, 2018
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About the author
Elizabeth Rose
297 books1,286 followersElizabeth Rose is the author of medieval, paranormal, fantasy and contemporary novels. While based on romance, her novels have complex plots, action and suspense. She loves writing bad boy tortured heroes and empowered feisty heroines.
Her books have won rave reviews, and been seen on The History Channel as well as Wild Chicago. Elizabeth's books have won and been finalists in many contests. Here is a partial list:
Highland Spirit - Highland Chronicles WINNER of the Raven Award.
Bedeviled - Portals of Destiny, WINNER Creme de la Cover Contest
Beguiled - Portals of Destiny, WINNER - Creme de la Cover Contest
RONE Award finalists include:
Doubting Thomas - Bad Boys of Sweetwater
Highland Steel - Highland Chronicles
Tristan - Pirate Lords
Igniting Andrew - Bad Boys of Sweetwater
Highland Secrets - Secrets of the Heart
Seductive Secrets - Secrets of the Heart
Forgotten Secrets - all Secrets of the Heart
Summer's Reign - Seasons of Fortitude
Kindle Book Review Awards finalist and semi-finalist:
Highland Secrets
Forgotten Secrets
International Digital Award finalist:
Highland Spring - Seasons of Fortitude
Golden Palm Finalist:
Mary, Mary - Once Upon a Rhyme
Raven Awards Best Cover finalist:
May Queen - Holiday Knights
Raven Awards Runner-Up:
Lady and the Wolf - Tangled Tales
Books and Benches Reviewer's Choice:
Restless Sea Lord - Legendary Bastards of the Crown
Sapphire Award Finalist:
Kyros' Secret - Greek Myth Fantasy Series
Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice:
Thief of Olympus - Greek Myth Fantasy Series
Seen on the History Channel:
The Oracle of Delphi - Greek Myth Fantasy Series
And More!
Elizabeth is known for her many series which include:
Below the Salt Series
Highland Outcasts
Portals of Destiny
Legacy of the Blade
Daughters of the Dagger
Elemental Magick Series
Bad Boys of Sweetwater: Tarnished Saints Series Greek Myth Fantasy Series
MadMan MacKeefe Series
Legendary Bastards of the Crown
Seasons of Fortitude
Secrets of the Heart
Second in Command
Pirate Lords
Highland Chronicles
Barons of the Cinque Ports
Tangled Tales Once Upon a Rhyme
Holiday Knights
Dark Encounters
Cowboys of the Old West
Working Man Series, and more!
Someday Elizabeth hopes to visit the castles of Scotland and England personally. However, she has been to the jungles of Peru and Machu Picchu which inspired her novels, Curse of the Condor and Bistro Bachelor.
Visit her website to view her latest books and to read excerpts of her work. http://elizabethrosenovels.com.
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April 18, 2018
Elizabeth Rose excels at creating compelling characters and wonderful settings in her stories. Sir Claude Montague, returns to England after many years away to attend his sister's birthday celebration. But he finds Lady Rose, who broke his heart years ago, about to deliver her first child needs him while her husband is away. How difficult for Claude! He meets Rose's nursemaid, beautiful Evelina who seems anything but a servant with her proper speech and impetuous nature. Evelina is really Lady Evelina who has run away from her home in France to avoid marriage to a terrible man. Claude begins to have feelings for Evelina but with her being a servant, the difference in their classes is almost insurmountable. Of course he does not know she is not a servant. Can they both find love when least expected? This is a wonderful story that will hold your attention from beginning until the end hoping that love can overcome and truths will come out. Another great story by Elizabeth Rose.
September 20, 2018
Such a fickle minded hero.80% of the book he was in love with Rose and then suddenly he is in love with the heroine. I thought that have I missed some chapters for this sudden transition.( Sadly,no)
Then next instant he was again in love with Rose.
He rushed to her when she was on the verge of dying. Then she makes him realise he is in love with the heroine. So again he realises he is in love with the heroine.(Um.What??)
So he runs and proposes to the heroine and before she can give answer he comes to know her truth.
Then he tells her that how she broke his heart through this betrayal.( Are u freaking kidding me?!).
All this while the heroine(and the reader) has assumed him to be in love with Rose so the proposal was totally out of blue and then suddenly she broke his heart. Right
Then next instant he was again in love with Rose.
He rushed to her when she was on the verge of dying. Then she makes him realise he is in love with the heroine. So again he realises he is in love with the heroine.(Um.What??)
So he runs and proposes to the heroine and before she can give answer he comes to know her truth.
Then he tells her that how she broke his heart through this betrayal.( Are u freaking kidding me?!).
All this while the heroine(and the reader) has assumed him to be in love with Rose so the proposal was totally out of blue and then suddenly she broke his heart. Right
March 29, 2018
By Elizabeth Rose
(Second in command Series Book 2)
This book features a heartbroken knight and a runaway bride which makes a love between them that is forbidden.
The Heartbroken Knight:
Frenchman Sir Claude Montague had his heart broken by Lady Rose who loves someone else and has finally returned to England eight years later. Rose is married and expecting a baby. She is scared and wants him by her side during her husband's absence. He will do anything for Rose, but can he let go of the feelings that he still harbours making him wish he was her husband.
The Runaway Bride:
Lady Evelina Du Pont is running away from and unwanted bethrothal to an evil Lord in France. She travels in disguise to England with a paid mercenary who is pretending to be her brother. All she wants is time to find a husband on her own. Looking for one who will be loyal, protect her, and treat her kindly. She is first accepted posing as a nursemaid at Briarbeck Castle where she hunts for the perfect husband. However with ever suspicious Sir Claude always getting in her way, she can't help restrain herself from pointing out his flaws.
With Claude's attention now taken by the beautiful Evelina, he finds a new home for his misplaced love. The problem is Claude is a knight and she is posing as nothing but a servant. Falling in love with a woman of a different status is highly forbidden.
Will Rose have her baby safely? Will Evilina be able to tell Claude the truth before it's too late? Will Claude and Evelina be able to have a relationship together and above all will Claudebe able to forgive her for deciving him about who she really is?
Elizabeth Rose is a multi genre talented author who did such an amazing job with this story that I read it in a day. It was so nice for Claude to finally have his own story. I love Ms. Rose's novels as when I read her writing the world falls away from my feet and I become one with the book. This book has the Elizabeth Rose stamp all over it.
Forbidden: Claude, is the story of the son of the hero and heroine from The Baron's Destiny which is book 3 of the Baron's of the Clique Ports Series. While it is recommended to read that book first so that no surprises will be ruined, it is a standalone book that can be read by itself as a standalone book that can be read by itself.
(Second in command Series Book 2)
This book features a heartbroken knight and a runaway bride which makes a love between them that is forbidden.
The Heartbroken Knight:
Frenchman Sir Claude Montague had his heart broken by Lady Rose who loves someone else and has finally returned to England eight years later. Rose is married and expecting a baby. She is scared and wants him by her side during her husband's absence. He will do anything for Rose, but can he let go of the feelings that he still harbours making him wish he was her husband.
The Runaway Bride:
Lady Evelina Du Pont is running away from and unwanted bethrothal to an evil Lord in France. She travels in disguise to England with a paid mercenary who is pretending to be her brother. All she wants is time to find a husband on her own. Looking for one who will be loyal, protect her, and treat her kindly. She is first accepted posing as a nursemaid at Briarbeck Castle where she hunts for the perfect husband. However with ever suspicious Sir Claude always getting in her way, she can't help restrain herself from pointing out his flaws.
With Claude's attention now taken by the beautiful Evelina, he finds a new home for his misplaced love. The problem is Claude is a knight and she is posing as nothing but a servant. Falling in love with a woman of a different status is highly forbidden.
Will Rose have her baby safely? Will Evilina be able to tell Claude the truth before it's too late? Will Claude and Evelina be able to have a relationship together and above all will Claudebe able to forgive her for deciving him about who she really is?
Elizabeth Rose is a multi genre talented author who did such an amazing job with this story that I read it in a day. It was so nice for Claude to finally have his own story. I love Ms. Rose's novels as when I read her writing the world falls away from my feet and I become one with the book. This book has the Elizabeth Rose stamp all over it.
Forbidden: Claude, is the story of the son of the hero and heroine from The Baron's Destiny which is book 3 of the Baron's of the Clique Ports Series. While it is recommended to read that book first so that no surprises will be ruined, it is a standalone book that can be read by itself as a standalone book that can be read by itself.
March 29, 2018
❤️❤️❤️❤️
💋💋
Another excellent book
Claude returns to England, he thinks to attend his sisters birthday celebrations .
However his former love Rose is the one needing his help .
Not happy at seeing her again , his heart still aching from her refusal to marry him years earlier, he still agrees to stay by he side till her husband returns .
Her nursemaid Evelina is not what she seems , Claude notices that she acts more as a noble and not a servant , she’s outspoken and smells nice . Confusing
Evelina has escaped France and is employed as a servant to Rose and her small brothers , she can’t go home ,if she does her father will marry her to a horrid cruel husband , but when Claude arrives it all goes to pot, and she is scared he will discover her secret .
This is a continuation of Book 3 Of The Barons Of The Cinque Ports Series .
As always Elizabeth delivers a perfect accompaniment to her previous books .
This is a cracker and is full of energy and an enjoyable read .
I received an advanced copy of this book and chose to submit a review
💋💋
Another excellent book
Claude returns to England, he thinks to attend his sisters birthday celebrations .
However his former love Rose is the one needing his help .
Not happy at seeing her again , his heart still aching from her refusal to marry him years earlier, he still agrees to stay by he side till her husband returns .
Her nursemaid Evelina is not what she seems , Claude notices that she acts more as a noble and not a servant , she’s outspoken and smells nice . Confusing
Evelina has escaped France and is employed as a servant to Rose and her small brothers , she can’t go home ,if she does her father will marry her to a horrid cruel husband , but when Claude arrives it all goes to pot, and she is scared he will discover her secret .
This is a continuation of Book 3 Of The Barons Of The Cinque Ports Series .
As always Elizabeth delivers a perfect accompaniment to her previous books .
This is a cracker and is full of energy and an enjoyable read .
I received an advanced copy of this book and chose to submit a review
September 1, 2018
The third book in the “Barons of the Cinque Ports” series, “Forbidden: Claude” is a medieval romance that can be read as a standalone but is best read in series order to avoid spoilers.
Read full review in the 2018 September issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2018 September issue of InD'tale Magazine.
April 7, 2018
Publisher's Description:
The heartbroken knight. The runaway bride. A love between them that is Forbidden!
The Heartbroken Knight:
Frenchman Sir Claude Montague returns to England still in love with Lady Rose after she has broken his heart eight years ago. She is now married and wants him by her side in her husband’s absence, as she is about to give birth to her first baby. He would do anything for Rose, but can he let go of the thoughts that bind him to his past, making him wish he were her husband?
The Runaway Bride:
Lady Evelina Du Pont escapes France and travels to England in disguise, running from an unwanted betrothal to an evil lord. She wants time to find a husband on her own and is looking for a man who will be loyal, protect her, and treat her kindly. Evelina is looking for love! First posing as a nursemaid, she is accepted at Briarbeck Castle where she hunts for the perfect husband. But with the suspicious Sir Claude getting in her way, she cannot restrain herself from pointing out his flaws.
With Claude’s attention taken by the boisterous but beautiful Evelina, he finds a new home for his misplaced love. However, Claude is a knight and she is naught but a servant. Falling in love with a woman of a different status is highly forbidden.
Will a woman searching for a man to love, have her secret identity exposed by a knight who is living with a broken heart from the past? Or will the past and the future collide, causing both Claude and Evelina to change their ways before they realize the present isn’t always as it seems?
Forbidden: Claude, is the story of the son of the hero and heroine from The Baron’s Destiny – Book 3 of the Barons of the Cinque Ports Series. While it is recommended to read that book first so that no surprises will be ruined, it is a standalone book that can be read by itself without prior knowledge of any other series.
My Thoughts:
This book unlike most I have read by this Author has no magic involved.
This is a well written medieval tale of a young man who as a teen became infatuated with his friend. She was in love with another and married that man instead.
Now Rose and her husband have asked Claude to watch over her while her husband is away. Rose is imminently expecting a child and having lost two previously she is frightened and would like the company of her friend.
Evelina is a French lady hiding,disguised as a nursemaid from a cruel betrothed. She is attracted to Claude even though she fights it. And he is attracted to her even though he doesn't trust her.
Will their attraction for each other then into love? Will Evelina reveal the truth to Claude?
I gave this short read 4.25 of 5.0 stars for storyline and characterization and a sensual rating of 3.5 of 5.0 flames. There is only one physically intimate passage in this book but it is rather sensual.
I recieved a complimentary copy of this book from the author to read and review. This in no way affected my opinion of this book which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
The heartbroken knight. The runaway bride. A love between them that is Forbidden!
The Heartbroken Knight:
Frenchman Sir Claude Montague returns to England still in love with Lady Rose after she has broken his heart eight years ago. She is now married and wants him by her side in her husband’s absence, as she is about to give birth to her first baby. He would do anything for Rose, but can he let go of the thoughts that bind him to his past, making him wish he were her husband?
The Runaway Bride:
Lady Evelina Du Pont escapes France and travels to England in disguise, running from an unwanted betrothal to an evil lord. She wants time to find a husband on her own and is looking for a man who will be loyal, protect her, and treat her kindly. Evelina is looking for love! First posing as a nursemaid, she is accepted at Briarbeck Castle where she hunts for the perfect husband. But with the suspicious Sir Claude getting in her way, she cannot restrain herself from pointing out his flaws.
With Claude’s attention taken by the boisterous but beautiful Evelina, he finds a new home for his misplaced love. However, Claude is a knight and she is naught but a servant. Falling in love with a woman of a different status is highly forbidden.
Will a woman searching for a man to love, have her secret identity exposed by a knight who is living with a broken heart from the past? Or will the past and the future collide, causing both Claude and Evelina to change their ways before they realize the present isn’t always as it seems?
Forbidden: Claude, is the story of the son of the hero and heroine from The Baron’s Destiny – Book 3 of the Barons of the Cinque Ports Series. While it is recommended to read that book first so that no surprises will be ruined, it is a standalone book that can be read by itself without prior knowledge of any other series.
My Thoughts:
This book unlike most I have read by this Author has no magic involved.
This is a well written medieval tale of a young man who as a teen became infatuated with his friend. She was in love with another and married that man instead.
Now Rose and her husband have asked Claude to watch over her while her husband is away. Rose is imminently expecting a child and having lost two previously she is frightened and would like the company of her friend.
Evelina is a French lady hiding,disguised as a nursemaid from a cruel betrothed. She is attracted to Claude even though she fights it. And he is attracted to her even though he doesn't trust her.
Will their attraction for each other then into love? Will Evelina reveal the truth to Claude?
I gave this short read 4.25 of 5.0 stars for storyline and characterization and a sensual rating of 3.5 of 5.0 flames. There is only one physically intimate passage in this book but it is rather sensual.
I recieved a complimentary copy of this book from the author to read and review. This in no way affected my opinion of this book which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
January 30, 2020
Love wins!
I really enjoyed this story. Sir Claude leaves his castle to visit his little sister on her birthday, but he secretly longs to visit Lady Rose, the woman who holds his heart in her hands. He hasn’t been back to England since the day she married Sir Toft and broke his heart.
Lady Evelina has run away from her father, the Count DuPont of Tarbes, because he betrothed her to the cruel Lord Onfri Faucheux of Grenoble. She has hired a mercenary to travel with her from France to England as her “brother” and protector. She is posing as a lowly servant and is hired as a nursemaid for Lady Rose’s two young brothers.
Lady Rose is also very much pregnant and begs Claude to stay with her throughout the remainder of her pregnancy because both her father and husband have been summoned by the king to give their two weeks service, and Rose is frightened because she has already had two stillbirths.
Evelina accidentally speaks French, making Claude aware that she is from his own country, but Evelina is fearful of revealing herself because Claude might know her father and send her back to France. Claude quickly realizes that Evelina is hiding something and is determined to uncover her truths. His commitment to Rose means he is always in proximity with Evelina, and as they spend more and more time together, Claude’s heart is quickly torn between the two women. Eventually true love makes the decision for him.
I really enjoyed this story. Sir Claude leaves his castle to visit his little sister on her birthday, but he secretly longs to visit Lady Rose, the woman who holds his heart in her hands. He hasn’t been back to England since the day she married Sir Toft and broke his heart.
Lady Evelina has run away from her father, the Count DuPont of Tarbes, because he betrothed her to the cruel Lord Onfri Faucheux of Grenoble. She has hired a mercenary to travel with her from France to England as her “brother” and protector. She is posing as a lowly servant and is hired as a nursemaid for Lady Rose’s two young brothers.
Lady Rose is also very much pregnant and begs Claude to stay with her throughout the remainder of her pregnancy because both her father and husband have been summoned by the king to give their two weeks service, and Rose is frightened because she has already had two stillbirths.
Evelina accidentally speaks French, making Claude aware that she is from his own country, but Evelina is fearful of revealing herself because Claude might know her father and send her back to France. Claude quickly realizes that Evelina is hiding something and is determined to uncover her truths. His commitment to Rose means he is always in proximity with Evelina, and as they spend more and more time together, Claude’s heart is quickly torn between the two women. Eventually true love makes the decision for him.
April 24, 2018
Sir Claude Montague has returned to the Cinque Ports to celebrate his little sister’s birthday. Once he arrives, he is asked to protect Rose (the girl who broke his heart eight years ago) who is about to have a baby while her husband and father are at the service to the king – awkward. Lady Evelina De Pont is running away from betrothal to a horrible man, and has come to England hoping to find someone she can love and who will love her; for the moment she is hiding and pretending to be Rose’s nursemaid. When Claude and Evelina meet, they do not make good first impressions on each other. When Claude realizes he has come to care for Evelina, he feels she is forbidden to him for marriage, first because he believes her to be a servant, and then because he learns that she is betrothed. It seems Claude is destined to return to France alone, again.
There is some intrigue and a little adventure in this emotional, character-driven story. Claude needs to get past his longing for Rose. Rose might have thought through her request for Claude, of all people, to be at her side for the birth of her child. Perhaps Evelina might have shared her secret with Rose or Claude sooner. Sometimes the emotional battles of coming to adulthood are harder than those on the battlefield. This is a good one. You’ll enjoy it. You’ll want to smack Claude on the back of the head a time or two, but that’s all right, he needs it.
There is some intrigue and a little adventure in this emotional, character-driven story. Claude needs to get past his longing for Rose. Rose might have thought through her request for Claude, of all people, to be at her side for the birth of her child. Perhaps Evelina might have shared her secret with Rose or Claude sooner. Sometimes the emotional battles of coming to adulthood are harder than those on the battlefield. This is a good one. You’ll enjoy it. You’ll want to smack Claude on the back of the head a time or two, but that’s all right, he needs it.
April 15, 2018
Love Returned.
This book contains spoilers if read before the Barons of the Cinque Ports, however it is in itself a standalone story and can be easily read with no prior knowledge. Claude who fell deeply in love in his youth must let go of his first love to find future happiness but how can he have feelings for a commoner? Lady Evelina, a French count’s daughter, is posing as a servant in order to escape her betrothal to a cruel man, but finds it difficult to keep up the pretence (particularly holding her tongue) around Sir Claude. A story that bring many past characters back together and gives Claude a happy ending. Did find some of the prose rather flowery at times and Claude himself did not particularly appeal to me as a hero.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
This book contains spoilers if read before the Barons of the Cinque Ports, however it is in itself a standalone story and can be easily read with no prior knowledge. Claude who fell deeply in love in his youth must let go of his first love to find future happiness but how can he have feelings for a commoner? Lady Evelina, a French count’s daughter, is posing as a servant in order to escape her betrothal to a cruel man, but finds it difficult to keep up the pretence (particularly holding her tongue) around Sir Claude. A story that bring many past characters back together and gives Claude a happy ending. Did find some of the prose rather flowery at times and Claude himself did not particularly appeal to me as a hero.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
April 9, 2018
Sir Claude Montague has come back to England for the first time in years. Supposedly he left to take over his inherited holdings in France, but really it was because the girl he loved married someone else. Now his family have persuaded him to come to a celebration.
Lady Evelina Du Pont has escaped from France and an unwanted marriage. She is pretending to be a nursemaid. There is no way she will marry a man who is known for beating women. She wants to marry for love.
This story is part of a series that is best read in order, but each book can be read on it's own. Very interesting and entertaining characters that you will easily fall in love with.
Lady Evelina Du Pont has escaped from France and an unwanted marriage. She is pretending to be a nursemaid. There is no way she will marry a man who is known for beating women. She wants to marry for love.
This story is part of a series that is best read in order, but each book can be read on it's own. Very interesting and entertaining characters that you will easily fall in love with.
April 21, 2018
A sweet story about finding love after a broken heart
This story brings back a beloved secondary character from one of Ms. Rose's earlier books. Claude had his heart broken by his best friend and he was still carrying that pain 8 years later when he returned to England. Seeing her still so in love with another man still hurt, to the point he almost missed finding his own happy ending. But his happy ending has secrets of her own that almost cost them their future together as well. Both have lessons to learn about trust, honesty, and letting go of the past. Do yourself a favor and read Forbidden. You won't be sorry!
This story brings back a beloved secondary character from one of Ms. Rose's earlier books. Claude had his heart broken by his best friend and he was still carrying that pain 8 years later when he returned to England. Seeing her still so in love with another man still hurt, to the point he almost missed finding his own happy ending. But his happy ending has secrets of her own that almost cost them their future together as well. Both have lessons to learn about trust, honesty, and letting go of the past. Do yourself a favor and read Forbidden. You won't be sorry!
January 29, 2020
Short and Sweet
Claude, introduced in another book as a young boy in love with Rose, left England when Rose marries another man. When he returns as a knight, he hopes to be with Rose even though she is happily married and pregnant. Too bad her nurse maid is distracting enticing, even though he knows Evelina is hiding something...
This book was a short and sweet regency romance that was full of the predictable turmoil of the age. However, the story has all the components that keeps the reader interested. Sometimes you just need to read a "happy ending" novella and Elizabeth Rose delivers.
This author is new to me and I will continue to read her series. Enjoy!
Claude, introduced in another book as a young boy in love with Rose, left England when Rose marries another man. When he returns as a knight, he hopes to be with Rose even though she is happily married and pregnant. Too bad her nurse maid is distracting enticing, even though he knows Evelina is hiding something...
This book was a short and sweet regency romance that was full of the predictable turmoil of the age. However, the story has all the components that keeps the reader interested. Sometimes you just need to read a "happy ending" novella and Elizabeth Rose delivers.
This author is new to me and I will continue to read her series. Enjoy!
April 13, 2018
This is the second book in the ‘ Second in Command “Series. Having read many, many books of Ms Rose, I was a little disappointed in this one. Claude was portrayed as an arrogant, rude, spoilt, little boy, and I felt he didn’t really grow up much through out the story. The story was also missing Ms Roses usual adventure. Although this can be read as a stand alone book, having read the story of Claude’s childhood and his relationship with his parents in The Baron’s Destiny “– book 3 of the Barons of the Clinque Port series would have made the story more enjoyable. It is still a nice read.
April 19, 2018
Claude returns from France at the request of his mother only to find out the only woman he has ever loved has requested his return.
Rose loves her husband and is expecting their child at any moment. She wants Claude with her while her husband and father are on the King’s business.
Evelina is nursemaid for Rose’s family, but there is more to her than she is telling everyone.
Romance is just one factor that makes this story an exciting read. Elizabeth Rose has twists and turns that meets her usual highly enchanting stories. Forbidden does not disappoint at all!
Rose loves her husband and is expecting their child at any moment. She wants Claude with her while her husband and father are on the King’s business.
Evelina is nursemaid for Rose’s family, but there is more to her than she is telling everyone.
Romance is just one factor that makes this story an exciting read. Elizabeth Rose has twists and turns that meets her usual highly enchanting stories. Forbidden does not disappoint at all!
April 19, 2018
This is a fast paced story and although it’s not essential, if you read the story of Claude’s parents ( The Baron’s Destiny ) it provides the background to this story. Claude is quite a complex character, although given his history this isn’t surprising. Although, he has loved Rose for some time, he is attracted to Evalina, even though she is a servant. Evalina has secrets of her own! An entertaining read, Felix, the squire was amusing, always saying inappropriate things.
October 2, 2018
I was so looking forward to reading this book and it didn't disappoint! I think this is the first time I read a book where the hero thinks himself in love with someone other than the heroine and it made for quite the story. One can't deny the attraction Claude and Evelina have for each other, though, and you can't help but feel for both of them. Thank you, Elizabeth Rose, for another wonderfully written book!! Highly recommend this book!
May 16, 2020
Forbidden Claude
Claude grew to be a man but still had Rose in his heart. He was called to England from France for his young sisters birthday. There was Rose and he still loved her even though she was happily married. Then he met Evelina that was a lady but posed as a servant. Claude’s heart was torn between the two ladies. Evelina told Claude to stop living in the past. He then proposed his love to Evelina.
Claude grew to be a man but still had Rose in his heart. He was called to England from France for his young sisters birthday. There was Rose and he still loved her even though she was happily married. Then he met Evelina that was a lady but posed as a servant. Claude’s heart was torn between the two ladies. Evelina told Claude to stop living in the past. He then proposed his love to Evelina.
April 4, 2018
To love someone and have them love you like a sibling? Yikes!! That's the situation Claude is in. He is truly broken. Then he meets someone that makes him feel something just a little different. Read this wonderful book and get caught up in this knight's world like I did. Ms. Rose creates a world of escape and love that always satisfies!
April 17, 2018
This is a good story about Claude who can't let go of his past love even though she is happily married and Evelina who is running from an arranged marriage and hiding out as a hand maiden. At first Claude and Evelina ate not crazy about each other. They begin to have feelings for each other but Claude knows Evelina has secrets and he is a noble and she is only a servant. Right?
April 20, 2020
Different
This book was a little too simple for me. I felt it was written for a young girl, the way they expressed themselves etc. But as there was a bedroom scene of intimacy that rules out a clean read for a younger person. So I would not recommend this book to the younger set.
This book was a little too simple for me. I felt it was written for a young girl, the way they expressed themselves etc. But as there was a bedroom scene of intimacy that rules out a clean read for a younger person. So I would not recommend this book to the younger set.
March 22, 2023
Forbidden (Barons of the Cinque Ports Book 4)
The love story of Claude and Evelina. Rose and Toft are marry and having a baby and Claude is still in love with Rose. Rose has a new nursemaid, she is a runaway. Evelina is a lady acting as a handmaid to Lady Rose. She teach Claude to live in the present not the past. Do he learn to love again? Great story.
The love story of Claude and Evelina. Rose and Toft are marry and having a baby and Claude is still in love with Rose. Rose has a new nursemaid, she is a runaway. Evelina is a lady acting as a handmaid to Lady Rose. She teach Claude to live in the present not the past. Do he learn to love again? Great story.
April 14, 2018
Another great story from Ms. Rose. The hero is the next generation of one of the Barons of the Cinque Ports. It can be read as a stand alone, but it helps if you have previously read the Barons series. Good romantic angst, good plot. Enjoyed it very much.
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April 19, 2018A superb book by Elizabeth Rose. The brave and gallant Sir Knight Claude can't forget his first love, that is until he meets the feisty Evelina, A lady pretending to be a handmaid. The chemistry is definitely apparent between the 2 of them. I highly recommend this book.
You wont be disappointed.
You wont be disappointed.
March 5, 2021
A good read!
Claude- came bk to England at his mom's request.
Eveline- from France posing as a maid of sorts to hide from an unwanted betrothal .
I enjoyed reading this intriguing story that is well written with lovable characters. Their story has a sweet HEA.
Claude- came bk to England at his mom's request.
Eveline- from France posing as a maid of sorts to hide from an unwanted betrothal .
I enjoyed reading this intriguing story that is well written with lovable characters. Their story has a sweet HEA.
April 24, 2018
Sweet
This was a sweet story that was simple. I have read many of Elizabeth's books, but this one for me wasn't as exciting.
This was a sweet story that was simple. I have read many of Elizabeth's books, but this one for me wasn't as exciting.
March 1, 2020
not enjoyable
felt like a childrens story badly written only read the whole book as hoping it would get better boring and repetetive
felt like a childrens story badly written only read the whole book as hoping it would get better boring and repetetive
July 16, 2020
Forbidden: Claude
Elizabeth has a way of keeping you occupied. It is an interesting story with a little bit of twist and turns.
Elizabeth has a way of keeping you occupied. It is an interesting story with a little bit of twist and turns.
July 1, 2021
So happy for Claude to get his happily ever after.
March 21, 2022
Good read
It was nice to reconnect with characters from previous books. Good to know that Claude is going to be happy. Glad Rose survived the birth of her baby.
It was nice to reconnect with characters from previous books. Good to know that Claude is going to be happy. Glad Rose survived the birth of her baby.
March 29, 2022
Great historical romance
I enjoyed this book. I like the way you got Claude and Evlina together. Sometimes we carry with us instead of our future.
I enjoyed this book. I like the way you got Claude and Evlina together. Sometimes we carry with us instead of our future.
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