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The Sinful Sinclairs #3
The Lord's Inconvenient Vow
“I have a favor to ask…
I want you to marry me.”
Part of The Sinful Sinclairs. Samantha Sinclair was always Lord Edgerton’s complete opposite. But when Edge encounters Sam again in Egypt, it’s clear the years have changed her as much as him. So after she blurts out an impulsive, convenient proposal, Edge’s protective urge compels him to accept. Is it possible for two such different people to be together and find the happiness they both deserve?
I want you to marry me.”
Part of The Sinful Sinclairs. Samantha Sinclair was always Lord Edgerton’s complete opposite. But when Edge encounters Sam again in Egypt, it’s clear the years have changed her as much as him. So after she blurts out an impulsive, convenient proposal, Edge’s protective urge compels him to accept. Is it possible for two such different people to be together and find the happiness they both deserve?
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First published November 1, 2019
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October 15, 2019
Here it is the extremely long awaited next – and final **Sniffles and grabs a box of Jaffa cakes, for comfort** Sinful Sinclair book **Sobs** I can’t do it, I cannot write this review because If I do that will be it – no more!! **Sobs again, while munching through the Jaffa Cakes**
So, we are here the third and final Sinful Sinclair’s, this time we have the Sam and Edge’s story, if you have been following this series then I am presuming you all have been looking forward to finally meeting Samantha, which I am so pleased to say she does not disappoint, I think she could be one of my favourite heroines. But, no worries if you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting the Sinclair’s as this is very much a stand-a-lone.
Firstly, I have to say that Lara Temple has taken my childhood love of Egypt and placed it on the page in such a way that I have fallen in love with this mysterious and golden place all over again. She has woven a glittery, magical story around me and made me love Egypt even more then I did before, she has made me appreciate and see this country with fresh eyes, something which I will be eternal thankful to Lara for; Thank you! I have never have set foot in that golden, sun baked country and I may never in my life, but because Lara is a master of capturing the essence of the setting, right down to the most obscure and little known detail her stories are always vividly stunning. Yet this book caught my imagination far more then any other I have read, each and every scene is breath-takingly vivid, I was devouring every moment. I was soaking up every sight, every smell, this book is a blatant assault on the senses, I could see the sandy dunes and star lit sky in my mind with so much clarity it was as though I was standing right beside Edge and Sam.
For as long as they can remember, Samantha Sinclair and Edward Edgerton have been friends/enemies, they are like chalk and cheese, she has always been the more compulsive and passionate, a bit of a dare devil she has always wanted to tag along with the boys, she has climbed statues and basically made a bit of a nuisance of herself, making her brothers and their close friend Edward – or Edge/ stay-away-from-the-edge as Sam nicknamed him – roll their eyes and groan at her exploits. At Eighteen Sam and Edge meet again in Egypt, there is a frisson of something in the air around them but they are again heading in different directions and make choices that will change their lives.
Fast forward eight years and out insipid duo are back in Egypt and are back at tormenting one and other, it is here that Sam realises that all she has been through this is the moment that she will grab hold of the one thing that she has always wanted; Edge! Yes he drives her crazy with his staid and very sensible persona but she has seen the man beneath the glacial exterior, even now he is so changed from the man she knew, she can see what many can’t and she wants her green eyed god and so being the spontaneous, free-thinking woman she is, she takes the bull by it’s horns and proposes…..I know, scandalous! She knows that if they can both put their past behind them and move forward past each of their own hurt and painful personal memories they can be happy, they can be the adventure loving twosome she has always dreamed them to be.
But with so much – namely Edge – standing in their way, can they really make it through the storm and find their much yearned for and so deserved happiness? Well, I’m not going to tell you, am I? You’re going to have to out and read it for your selves
I absolutely adore Sam, she is exactly how I imagined her to be from what we have learned about her from the previous books, literally how she is written is how I have been imagining her to be. She reminds me of Evie out of ‘The Mummy’ (Which really is the highest compliment I can ever give for her as that film is one of my absolute favourites, I always wanted to be Evie when I was little) she is smart, savvy, a little careless and clumsy when she is having one of spontaneous moments, she thrives in dusty mystical Egypt. She is a girl after my own heart never happier then when she’s knee deep in the mud, uncomfortable in social circles and much prefers the company of true friends and family who see her for the slightly eccentric woman she is – plus she has a fondness for green eyed men
Edge as much as he really makes Sam (and the reader) go through the mill for him, is a wonderfully complicated and complex man, he certainly has his issues, he has his inner demons that do cling on to him for dear life – even the strength that Sam holds has trouble expelling them, he reminds me of a career soldier who has left the military after many years and now he is trying to adjust to civilian life again – if that makes any sense? He can’t dispel his pain, he can’t move forward and he can’t allow anyone close to help mend his wounds, he both infuriated me and made me weep.
My only word against this glorious book – and I do hate to say any less than perfect words about Lara Temple’s books, but I vowed to write unbiased and honest reviews, even though it doesn’t make me feel less horrible for what I have to say, don’t worry I will hang my head in shame – I did think that there was a little too much “will they every have their HEA?/ Will they ever actually get past all this tension/ The hero is being a bit of a pillock” thing that was going on, don’t get me wrong I love tension and emotional turmoil within romance and anyone who knows me, knows that I love a damaged hero, but -and this is my personal opinion – I think this time it did somewhat slow down the pace of the book, which took the shine of my overall experience of it, it was fine to begin with but it did wear a wee bit thin. Sorry! I’ll go and hide now!
Apart from what I said above, I did really love this book, the story is an emotional ride, you will go through a whole host of emotions with this; laughter, giddiness and excitement, sadness and heart-break, annoyance, the entirety of human emotional depth is right here under the microscope for us all to see and feel. For me personally what holds this above all others is the exquisite and rich setting and historic detail of Egypt, I genuinely felt the authors passion for the country, the culture, the history, the people coming through the words, I was completely enchanted by it, this book has taken me on a mesmerising adventure which will stay close to my heart forever.
Just one more thing, I sooooo need Rafe’s story, he is fabulous! He reminds me a little of Chase Sinclair (Everyone knows how much I love that guy…#DoubleSigh!!!) Rafe is a mystery; charismatic, charming, fun but I also sensed there was a little darkness behind that scarred smile, I felt he was haunted – or maybe I am reading too much into it, either way I loved him as much as I was fascinated by him.
Over all this is a wonderful end to what has been an gorgeous series, I am sad that there won’t be any more Sinful Sinclair’s, but I can see that this is the perfect ending for them, it closes one door while others stand ajar making us readers wonder as to whether those doors will open and what is behind them.
So, we are here the third and final Sinful Sinclair’s, this time we have the Sam and Edge’s story, if you have been following this series then I am presuming you all have been looking forward to finally meeting Samantha, which I am so pleased to say she does not disappoint, I think she could be one of my favourite heroines. But, no worries if you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting the Sinclair’s as this is very much a stand-a-lone.
Firstly, I have to say that Lara Temple has taken my childhood love of Egypt and placed it on the page in such a way that I have fallen in love with this mysterious and golden place all over again. She has woven a glittery, magical story around me and made me love Egypt even more then I did before, she has made me appreciate and see this country with fresh eyes, something which I will be eternal thankful to Lara for; Thank you! I have never have set foot in that golden, sun baked country and I may never in my life, but because Lara is a master of capturing the essence of the setting, right down to the most obscure and little known detail her stories are always vividly stunning. Yet this book caught my imagination far more then any other I have read, each and every scene is breath-takingly vivid, I was devouring every moment. I was soaking up every sight, every smell, this book is a blatant assault on the senses, I could see the sandy dunes and star lit sky in my mind with so much clarity it was as though I was standing right beside Edge and Sam.
For as long as they can remember, Samantha Sinclair and Edward Edgerton have been friends/enemies, they are like chalk and cheese, she has always been the more compulsive and passionate, a bit of a dare devil she has always wanted to tag along with the boys, she has climbed statues and basically made a bit of a nuisance of herself, making her brothers and their close friend Edward – or Edge/ stay-away-from-the-edge as Sam nicknamed him – roll their eyes and groan at her exploits. At Eighteen Sam and Edge meet again in Egypt, there is a frisson of something in the air around them but they are again heading in different directions and make choices that will change their lives.
Fast forward eight years and out insipid duo are back in Egypt and are back at tormenting one and other, it is here that Sam realises that all she has been through this is the moment that she will grab hold of the one thing that she has always wanted; Edge! Yes he drives her crazy with his staid and very sensible persona but she has seen the man beneath the glacial exterior, even now he is so changed from the man she knew, she can see what many can’t and she wants her green eyed god and so being the spontaneous, free-thinking woman she is, she takes the bull by it’s horns and proposes…..I know, scandalous! She knows that if they can both put their past behind them and move forward past each of their own hurt and painful personal memories they can be happy, they can be the adventure loving twosome she has always dreamed them to be.
But with so much – namely Edge – standing in their way, can they really make it through the storm and find their much yearned for and so deserved happiness? Well, I’m not going to tell you, am I? You’re going to have to out and read it for your selves
I absolutely adore Sam, she is exactly how I imagined her to be from what we have learned about her from the previous books, literally how she is written is how I have been imagining her to be. She reminds me of Evie out of ‘The Mummy’ (Which really is the highest compliment I can ever give for her as that film is one of my absolute favourites, I always wanted to be Evie when I was little) she is smart, savvy, a little careless and clumsy when she is having one of spontaneous moments, she thrives in dusty mystical Egypt. She is a girl after my own heart never happier then when she’s knee deep in the mud, uncomfortable in social circles and much prefers the company of true friends and family who see her for the slightly eccentric woman she is – plus she has a fondness for green eyed men
Edge as much as he really makes Sam (and the reader) go through the mill for him, is a wonderfully complicated and complex man, he certainly has his issues, he has his inner demons that do cling on to him for dear life – even the strength that Sam holds has trouble expelling them, he reminds me of a career soldier who has left the military after many years and now he is trying to adjust to civilian life again – if that makes any sense? He can’t dispel his pain, he can’t move forward and he can’t allow anyone close to help mend his wounds, he both infuriated me and made me weep.
My only word against this glorious book – and I do hate to say any less than perfect words about Lara Temple’s books, but I vowed to write unbiased and honest reviews, even though it doesn’t make me feel less horrible for what I have to say, don’t worry I will hang my head in shame – I did think that there was a little too much “will they every have their HEA?/ Will they ever actually get past all this tension/ The hero is being a bit of a pillock” thing that was going on, don’t get me wrong I love tension and emotional turmoil within romance and anyone who knows me, knows that I love a damaged hero, but -and this is my personal opinion – I think this time it did somewhat slow down the pace of the book, which took the shine of my overall experience of it, it was fine to begin with but it did wear a wee bit thin. Sorry! I’ll go and hide now!
Apart from what I said above, I did really love this book, the story is an emotional ride, you will go through a whole host of emotions with this; laughter, giddiness and excitement, sadness and heart-break, annoyance, the entirety of human emotional depth is right here under the microscope for us all to see and feel. For me personally what holds this above all others is the exquisite and rich setting and historic detail of Egypt, I genuinely felt the authors passion for the country, the culture, the history, the people coming through the words, I was completely enchanted by it, this book has taken me on a mesmerising adventure which will stay close to my heart forever.
Just one more thing, I sooooo need Rafe’s story, he is fabulous! He reminds me a little of Chase Sinclair (Everyone knows how much I love that guy…#DoubleSigh!!!) Rafe is a mystery; charismatic, charming, fun but I also sensed there was a little darkness behind that scarred smile, I felt he was haunted – or maybe I am reading too much into it, either way I loved him as much as I was fascinated by him.
Over all this is a wonderful end to what has been an gorgeous series, I am sad that there won’t be any more Sinful Sinclair’s, but I can see that this is the perfect ending for them, it closes one door while others stand ajar making us readers wonder as to whether those doors will open and what is behind them.
November 10, 2019
I'm sorry I can't rate this higher. IMO, Lara Temple is a top-of-the-line Harlequin historical romance author. I enjoyed the first two books in this Sinful Sinclairs series a lot (especially the first one) and was looking forward to watching the Sinclair sister, Samantha, finally find happiness.
As far as the writing and the Egyptian segments of the story, this deserves close to 5 stars. Temple writes smart, intelligent dialogue, has a very good command of the English language and excels at description of locales, especially Egypt and its culture and mythology. But where this third Sinclair story failed me was in the romance. Oh, dear gawd, but this hero here did not show any "heroic" qualities.
He was a passive wimp, a woe-is-me, pessimistic downer of a man, and he did not deserve our heroine's unconditional love. The funny thing is he didn't come across, in the references to him in the previous books, as being such a self-absorbed defeatist. It's as if author Temple decided here that she wanted a super angsty book so she made Edge's backstory tragical (at least in his own mind), such that he felt unloved, and, perhaps because of this, married badly and then suffered a loss within this marriage, a loss that turned him into even more of a brooding, suffering soul.
But he had people who loved him and I could not sympathize with a man who focused solely on the tragic and didn't search out the good, content to wallow in his sorrows.
Samantha and Edge had been childhood "frenemies" when growing up in Egypt. They kinda/sorta realized as young adults that they had feelings for each other, but it was too late. Edge was already engaged to marry. And then Samantha married also.
Now neither has a living spouse. When they meet again, you'd think now they can have their second chance at love. Well, yeah, they will, but Edge has nothing to do with it. It's all up to proactive Samantha. Edge falls into it reactively, with absolutely no initiative on his part. He still spends most of his time brooding. It must be said here that Samantha has some sorrow in her past too but she chooses not to spend her time with a poor-me attitude.
So, I say no to this romance. I have no patience with men like this Edge. Samantha did everything to make the relationship work. All Edge did was brood. (Oh, he was good at sex, but he always went back to brooding after enjoying some sexual intimacy with Samantha.)
As far as the writing and the Egyptian segments of the story, this deserves close to 5 stars. Temple writes smart, intelligent dialogue, has a very good command of the English language and excels at description of locales, especially Egypt and its culture and mythology. But where this third Sinclair story failed me was in the romance. Oh, dear gawd, but this hero here did not show any "heroic" qualities.
He was a passive wimp, a woe-is-me, pessimistic downer of a man, and he did not deserve our heroine's unconditional love. The funny thing is he didn't come across, in the references to him in the previous books, as being such a self-absorbed defeatist. It's as if author Temple decided here that she wanted a super angsty book so she made Edge's backstory tragical (at least in his own mind), such that he felt unloved, and, perhaps because of this, married badly and then suffered a loss within this marriage, a loss that turned him into even more of a brooding, suffering soul.
But he had people who loved him and I could not sympathize with a man who focused solely on the tragic and didn't search out the good, content to wallow in his sorrows.
Samantha and Edge had been childhood "frenemies" when growing up in Egypt. They kinda/sorta realized as young adults that they had feelings for each other, but it was too late. Edge was already engaged to marry. And then Samantha married also.
Now neither has a living spouse. When they meet again, you'd think now they can have their second chance at love. Well, yeah, they will, but Edge has nothing to do with it. It's all up to proactive Samantha. Edge falls into it reactively, with absolutely no initiative on his part. He still spends most of his time brooding. It must be said here that Samantha has some sorrow in her past too but she chooses not to spend her time with a poor-me attitude.
So, I say no to this romance. I have no patience with men like this Edge. Samantha did everything to make the relationship work. All Edge did was brood. (Oh, he was good at sex, but he always went back to brooding after enjoying some sexual intimacy with Samantha.)
October 28, 2019
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
💋💋
Emotional highs and lows that slowly use up all the tissues in your box. These two have a chemistry that has to be read, to be believed .
Beautifully emotional and so well written.
I adored these two
Edge and Sam have been living in close proximity for years , he’s a friend of her brothers.
Nothing is worse than unrequited love , when Sam discovers Edge is to be married she plunges in and takes matters into her own hands kissing him ,he however seems to rebuff her and leaves to marry.
Sam leaves for her first season and marries soon after.
8 years later now both Widowed, the two are reunited in Egypt, he’s searching for his brother Rafe , she’s visiting with friends , can the two make something of it this time or are there two many secrets that will keep them apart.
There is so much to this book , it’s hard to explain without spoilers ( that’s something I don’t do) so I’ll try my best.
It’s a book that has a plethora of excellent characters, any of them would make credible books and HEA’s but these two it feels have flitted around each other for long enough and need closure.
She’s a tough cookie, fearless almost and daring , he’s very reserved, more thoughtful and respectful, but it’s her passion that carries the story to begin with , she’s so sure if herself and what she wants it’s almost addictive reading her.
He however is a broken man has been damaged since being sent away as a child , he needs love , hers , he just doesn’t know how to accept it or what to do with it when it’s received.
The two make for excellent reading and it’s another cant put downer from Lara.
She’s an author that is very consistent in her writing, I don’t think I’ve ever read a bad book from her .
Recommended reading
I received an Arc copy of this book and chose to post this review
💋💋
Emotional highs and lows that slowly use up all the tissues in your box. These two have a chemistry that has to be read, to be believed .
Beautifully emotional and so well written.
I adored these two
Edge and Sam have been living in close proximity for years , he’s a friend of her brothers.
Nothing is worse than unrequited love , when Sam discovers Edge is to be married she plunges in and takes matters into her own hands kissing him ,he however seems to rebuff her and leaves to marry.
Sam leaves for her first season and marries soon after.
8 years later now both Widowed, the two are reunited in Egypt, he’s searching for his brother Rafe , she’s visiting with friends , can the two make something of it this time or are there two many secrets that will keep them apart.
There is so much to this book , it’s hard to explain without spoilers ( that’s something I don’t do) so I’ll try my best.
It’s a book that has a plethora of excellent characters, any of them would make credible books and HEA’s but these two it feels have flitted around each other for long enough and need closure.
She’s a tough cookie, fearless almost and daring , he’s very reserved, more thoughtful and respectful, but it’s her passion that carries the story to begin with , she’s so sure if herself and what she wants it’s almost addictive reading her.
He however is a broken man has been damaged since being sent away as a child , he needs love , hers , he just doesn’t know how to accept it or what to do with it when it’s received.
The two make for excellent reading and it’s another cant put downer from Lara.
She’s an author that is very consistent in her writing, I don’t think I’ve ever read a bad book from her .
Recommended reading
I received an Arc copy of this book and chose to post this review
March 17, 2021
Overall: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 stars
Plot/Storyline: 📖📖📖📖 4 books
Sensuality: 💋💋💋 3 kisses
Feels: 🦋🦋🦋 3 butterflies
Romance: 💞💞💞 3 hearts
Emotional Depth: 💔💔💔💔 4 broken hearts
Sexual Tension: ⚡⚡⚡ 3 lightnings
Sex Scene Length: 🍑🍑 2 peaches
Steam Scale (Number of Sex Scenes): 🔥 1 fire
(All these follow personal opinion on a 1-5 scale except the steam scale which is used in our facebook groups - The Ton & the Tartans/Upturned Petticoats & Undone Cravats)
This is the last book in the Sinful Sinclair series. This one is okay to pick up as a standalone. There’s a bit of character overlap from previous books characters, but not much. You do get glimpses of Sam and her pain in the previous books, especially book 2. The whole series was enjoyable though!
Give this book a try if you want:
- World travel – the first half of this book takes place in Egypt
- I wouldn’t call this enemies to lovers but there’s definitely some discord between Sam and Edge and plenty of bantering back and forth
- a touch of road trip romance – they start in Egypt and travel back to England
- Regency time period, though no ballroom scenes here (takes place in 1814)
- Low steam – there is one full open door scene, along with a few kisses and the rest fade to black or implied
- Marriage of convenience trope
- a touch of mystery to solve – they are searching for Edge’s brother – but most of the focus is on Sam and Edge
- Second chance romance trope – these two just realize they might have feelings for each other before being separated for 8 years
- Soldier hero – though not a large part of the book, Edge was a Captain for Britain during the war
Sam and Edge have this longing for each other that neither realizes. That is, until Edge announces his betrothal. Sam gets angry and realizes the reason is because how much she cares for him. He feels the attraction but knows he can’t honorably act on it. He leaves for Cairo, then London and they are parted from each other for close to a decade.
Edge is a very quiet and solid hero. He’s not quick to anger. When his life is opened to you, you can understand the pain he is shielding inside. He’s a touch jealous, but definitely not a jerk. I did want a touch more emotion from him in some places.
Sam has always been a bold and cheeky child. Edge doesn’t realize how much she’s grown up. Their relationship was definitely friends in the beginning. Sam’s personality is vibrant and boisterous. She’s filled with zip and energy and seems to run circles around Edge while taunting him. When they find each other again after both experience marriage and being widowed, their personalities have changed. Sam is trying to find herself again after being lost for so long. I liked Sam, though she was a bit sassy at times.
They work together to find Edge's missing brother. Someone has pronounced him dead, but Edge just knows that is not the case. Sam and Edge work together while rebuilding their friendship and forming a relationship with each other. Both have some emotional healing they have to work through.
I really loved hearing the story of Chase and Senora Bertolli. I felt like it was hilarious retelling that should have been included in an earlier book as it really does help give Chase that “rake” persona that I didn’t really pick up otherwise for him.
Content warnings:
Locations of kisses/intimate scenes
Plot/Storyline: 📖📖📖📖 4 books
Sensuality: 💋💋💋 3 kisses
Feels: 🦋🦋🦋 3 butterflies
Romance: 💞💞💞 3 hearts
Emotional Depth: 💔💔💔💔 4 broken hearts
Sexual Tension: ⚡⚡⚡ 3 lightnings
Sex Scene Length: 🍑🍑 2 peaches
Steam Scale (Number of Sex Scenes): 🔥 1 fire
(All these follow personal opinion on a 1-5 scale except the steam scale which is used in our facebook groups - The Ton & the Tartans/Upturned Petticoats & Undone Cravats)
This is the last book in the Sinful Sinclair series. This one is okay to pick up as a standalone. There’s a bit of character overlap from previous books characters, but not much. You do get glimpses of Sam and her pain in the previous books, especially book 2. The whole series was enjoyable though!
Give this book a try if you want:
- World travel – the first half of this book takes place in Egypt
- I wouldn’t call this enemies to lovers but there’s definitely some discord between Sam and Edge and plenty of bantering back and forth
- a touch of road trip romance – they start in Egypt and travel back to England
- Regency time period, though no ballroom scenes here (takes place in 1814)
- Low steam – there is one full open door scene, along with a few kisses and the rest fade to black or implied
- Marriage of convenience trope
- a touch of mystery to solve – they are searching for Edge’s brother – but most of the focus is on Sam and Edge
- Second chance romance trope – these two just realize they might have feelings for each other before being separated for 8 years
- Soldier hero – though not a large part of the book, Edge was a Captain for Britain during the war
Sam and Edge have this longing for each other that neither realizes. That is, until Edge announces his betrothal. Sam gets angry and realizes the reason is because how much she cares for him. He feels the attraction but knows he can’t honorably act on it. He leaves for Cairo, then London and they are parted from each other for close to a decade.
Edge is a very quiet and solid hero. He’s not quick to anger. When his life is opened to you, you can understand the pain he is shielding inside. He’s a touch jealous, but definitely not a jerk. I did want a touch more emotion from him in some places.
Sam has always been a bold and cheeky child. Edge doesn’t realize how much she’s grown up. Their relationship was definitely friends in the beginning. Sam’s personality is vibrant and boisterous. She’s filled with zip and energy and seems to run circles around Edge while taunting him. When they find each other again after both experience marriage and being widowed, their personalities have changed. Sam is trying to find herself again after being lost for so long. I liked Sam, though she was a bit sassy at times.
They work together to find Edge's missing brother. Someone has pronounced him dead, but Edge just knows that is not the case. Sam and Edge work together while rebuilding their friendship and forming a relationship with each other. Both have some emotional healing they have to work through.
I really loved hearing the story of Chase and Senora Bertolli. I felt like it was hilarious retelling that should have been included in an earlier book as it really does help give Chase that “rake” persona that I didn’t really pick up otherwise for him.
Content warnings:
Locations of kisses/intimate scenes
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 28, 2019
THE LORD'S INCONVENIENT VOW is book 3 in The Sinful Sinclairs series, it stands perfectly on its own, but not that much is mentioned about the scandalous family, so if you haven't read the previous books, rest assured that the Sinclairs are infamous. Lady Samantha Sinclair and Lord Edward Edgerton - or Edge, as Sam playfully calls him - had been frenemies since they were children. But meeting again in Egypt when Sam was eighteen would change their lives, and not for the better. Eight years had gone by before they saw each other again, and this time Sam will not let her chance pass her by, and she asks Edge to marry him. She has always loved him, but would she regret her impetuous move?
From the first page, Lara Temple transports the reader to early nineteenth century Egypt through her exquisitely vivid descriptions. The author's research is astounding - I felt like I was discovering Egypt along with Regency London. Ms. Temple's prose is so lyrical and vibrant that I felt the heat, the dust, I experienced the sounds and smells, the sultry atmosphere; it's magical! The dialogues are also terrific, especially the teasing banter between Sam and Edge at the beginning.
Both Sam and Edge are exceedingly complex characters: she's a force of nature, fearless, and passionate. He's reserved, somewhat cynical, and extremely hard to read; he's as enigmatic as the Sphinx. While they had been friends, they didn't really know each other that well, and this is why Sam's spontaneity backfires, for a time. I'll admit I didn't quite understand why Sam asked Edge to marry him, what made her think he would accept. Neither had anything to gain from it, but he surprisingly did. I adored Sam, Edge not so much. Not that I disliked him - he's a good man, but weak, and often oblivious to the world around him except for the task at hand, in this case his brother Rafe, whom I loved - but I thought he was entirely wrong for Sam, and I felt if this were real life, theirs might not have been a fulfilling marriage. The reason my rating isn't higher is due to a classic case of "it's not you, it's me". I don't do angst well. I have enough stress in my own life, I don't need any more, and Sam's and Edge's marriage is filled with tension. It is a very realistic depiction of a marriage that is mostly based on lust and watching Sam fight for her exasperating man left me drained, completely exhausted. But it is a personal preference, and readers who thrive on conflict will be in seventh heaven, because THE LORD'S INCONVENIENT VOW is a literary masterpiece and a brilliant character study.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
From the first page, Lara Temple transports the reader to early nineteenth century Egypt through her exquisitely vivid descriptions. The author's research is astounding - I felt like I was discovering Egypt along with Regency London. Ms. Temple's prose is so lyrical and vibrant that I felt the heat, the dust, I experienced the sounds and smells, the sultry atmosphere; it's magical! The dialogues are also terrific, especially the teasing banter between Sam and Edge at the beginning.
Both Sam and Edge are exceedingly complex characters: she's a force of nature, fearless, and passionate. He's reserved, somewhat cynical, and extremely hard to read; he's as enigmatic as the Sphinx. While they had been friends, they didn't really know each other that well, and this is why Sam's spontaneity backfires, for a time. I'll admit I didn't quite understand why Sam asked Edge to marry him, what made her think he would accept. Neither had anything to gain from it, but he surprisingly did. I adored Sam, Edge not so much. Not that I disliked him - he's a good man, but weak, and often oblivious to the world around him except for the task at hand, in this case his brother Rafe, whom I loved - but I thought he was entirely wrong for Sam, and I felt if this were real life, theirs might not have been a fulfilling marriage. The reason my rating isn't higher is due to a classic case of "it's not you, it's me". I don't do angst well. I have enough stress in my own life, I don't need any more, and Sam's and Edge's marriage is filled with tension. It is a very realistic depiction of a marriage that is mostly based on lust and watching Sam fight for her exasperating man left me drained, completely exhausted. But it is a personal preference, and readers who thrive on conflict will be in seventh heaven, because THE LORD'S INCONVENIENT VOW is a literary masterpiece and a brilliant character study.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 31, 2019
3.5 stars rounded up
Lady Samantha “Sam” Sinclair and Lord Edward “Edge” Edgerton grew up together in Egypt, Edge left for war with Sam’s brothers, but is now back. Sam always thought Edge was too stuffy and proper, but now that she is 18 she is seeing him in a new light – but almost as soon as she realizes he owns her heart, he breaks it with the news that he is returning to England to marry. In a moment of insanity, she kisses him and he kisses her back, but quickly comes to his senses and breaks the kiss and leaves her.
Eight years later, Sam is now the widowed Lady Carruthers and is once again in Egypt when she crosses paths with Edge again. Their time apart has been riddled with heartbreak – Sam suffered an unhappy marriage because she couldn’t love her husband and he punished her by using his natural daughter to taunt her and then broke her heart anew when the little girl passed away. Her only real joy is illustrating pictures for the Desert Boy books, a wildly popular series that has taken England by storm and the author is unknown – even to Sam. Edge didn’t fare much better, he is also widowed, his wife was unhappy and left him after giving birth to a son, Jacob. Edge loved Jacob with all his heart and was broken when he died. The only reason he has come out of seclusion is to find his missing brother Rafe, the Duke of Greybourne. This has lead him back to Egypt and Sam.
He plans to stay only a day, but is convinced to stay a little longer and let his uncle Poppy’s sources find some new leads. He gets his lead and is preparing to leave, when Sam proposes they marry. Stating they like each other and both want a family. To her surprise – he agrees and they marry within days. But he makes it clear, his main priority is finding Rafe.
Sam wonders if she has made a huge mistake, after an amazing wedding night, she feels Edge slipping away and he ignores her for almost the entire journey, he finally talks to her and she thinks they will be happy, but then he abandons her almost as soon as they reach London. When he returns, they again seem to make headway and then she learns the secret he has been keeping from her and it threatens to ruin everything.
I thought this was a good story, but it did drag a little, I wished the author gave more background about his brother and I had a hard time believe that both Sam and Edge were so completely oblivious to the other’s feelings, not to mention, I felt the title was completely wrong for this story. But all in all, it was a sweet story of second chances, healing and love. With wonderful characters, warm love scenes, a little heartache, a little mystery and a lovely epilogue. This is the third book in The Sinful Sinclairs, but you can easily read this title as a standalone.
*I am voluntarily leaving a review of an eARC that was provided to me*
Lady Samantha “Sam” Sinclair and Lord Edward “Edge” Edgerton grew up together in Egypt, Edge left for war with Sam’s brothers, but is now back. Sam always thought Edge was too stuffy and proper, but now that she is 18 she is seeing him in a new light – but almost as soon as she realizes he owns her heart, he breaks it with the news that he is returning to England to marry. In a moment of insanity, she kisses him and he kisses her back, but quickly comes to his senses and breaks the kiss and leaves her.
Eight years later, Sam is now the widowed Lady Carruthers and is once again in Egypt when she crosses paths with Edge again. Their time apart has been riddled with heartbreak – Sam suffered an unhappy marriage because she couldn’t love her husband and he punished her by using his natural daughter to taunt her and then broke her heart anew when the little girl passed away. Her only real joy is illustrating pictures for the Desert Boy books, a wildly popular series that has taken England by storm and the author is unknown – even to Sam. Edge didn’t fare much better, he is also widowed, his wife was unhappy and left him after giving birth to a son, Jacob. Edge loved Jacob with all his heart and was broken when he died. The only reason he has come out of seclusion is to find his missing brother Rafe, the Duke of Greybourne. This has lead him back to Egypt and Sam.
He plans to stay only a day, but is convinced to stay a little longer and let his uncle Poppy’s sources find some new leads. He gets his lead and is preparing to leave, when Sam proposes they marry. Stating they like each other and both want a family. To her surprise – he agrees and they marry within days. But he makes it clear, his main priority is finding Rafe.
Sam wonders if she has made a huge mistake, after an amazing wedding night, she feels Edge slipping away and he ignores her for almost the entire journey, he finally talks to her and she thinks they will be happy, but then he abandons her almost as soon as they reach London. When he returns, they again seem to make headway and then she learns the secret he has been keeping from her and it threatens to ruin everything.
I thought this was a good story, but it did drag a little, I wished the author gave more background about his brother and I had a hard time believe that both Sam and Edge were so completely oblivious to the other’s feelings, not to mention, I felt the title was completely wrong for this story. But all in all, it was a sweet story of second chances, healing and love. With wonderful characters, warm love scenes, a little heartache, a little mystery and a lovely epilogue. This is the third book in The Sinful Sinclairs, but you can easily read this title as a standalone.
*I am voluntarily leaving a review of an eARC that was provided to me*
May 21, 2020
I saw this book on my library's online app, and have become a bit obsessed with historical romances recently, so decided to download this one during lockdown. The Lord's Inconvenient Vow follows Samantha Sinclair, back in Egypt, after a disastrous marriage. She's never forgot her crush on long time friend, Lord Edward Edgerton, and when he arrives unexpectedly, widowed, she hastily blurts out a proposal, which is surprisingly accepted. Both have been in love with each other since they last met eight years ago, and they need to work on their own feelings, while also trying to see if the other reciprocates them.
I loved the whole Egyptian aspect to this book, even if the majority of it happens in the UK. As children, both Edge and Sam spent most of their time on dig sites and around artefacts, which has always left a bit of mystique about them to the rest of society. Sam is a fantastic illustrator, and has been creating the illustrations for the well loved Desert Boy series for years, which, unbeknown to her, were written by Edge, telling stories of their youth. We also have the plot line of both feeling guilty over their marriages, where both were widowed, and lost children. Sam's marriage was horrific, with her husband treated her horrendously, especially when he realised she'd always been in love with another, and doing whatever he could to punish her. Edge, on the other hand, was married to someone who just didn't suit him, and when their son fell ill, left, and wouldn't have anything to do with Jacob until his death. Sam and Edge's grief over their lost children was a way for them to grow together, as they had never really had anyone to lean on. Their shared heartbreak, and childhood together was a way for their romance to develop naturally, and I really felt as if it was real and true.
I loved the whole Egyptian aspect to this book, even if the majority of it happens in the UK. As children, both Edge and Sam spent most of their time on dig sites and around artefacts, which has always left a bit of mystique about them to the rest of society. Sam is a fantastic illustrator, and has been creating the illustrations for the well loved Desert Boy series for years, which, unbeknown to her, were written by Edge, telling stories of their youth. We also have the plot line of both feeling guilty over their marriages, where both were widowed, and lost children. Sam's marriage was horrific, with her husband treated her horrendously, especially when he realised she'd always been in love with another, and doing whatever he could to punish her. Edge, on the other hand, was married to someone who just didn't suit him, and when their son fell ill, left, and wouldn't have anything to do with Jacob until his death. Sam and Edge's grief over their lost children was a way for them to grow together, as they had never really had anyone to lean on. Their shared heartbreak, and childhood together was a way for their romance to develop naturally, and I really felt as if it was real and true.
November 2, 2019
Loved it. A long circle for the true love... A poignant end for this series on the Sinful Sinclair siblings
November 2, 2019
The Lord’s Inconvenient Vow is the third and final book in author Lara Temple’s series, "The Sinful Sinclairs”. For those of us who have been reading this series from the start, we're sad to see it come to its end! It's been a fabulous series featuring the Sinclair siblings, Lucas, Chase & Sam “Samantha”. Although this book could easily be a stand-alone, I highly recommend you read the entire series!
Lady Samantha Sinclair is back in Egypt again. After a disastrous marriage, the death of her mother, and her two brothers happily married, she’s finally trying to come to terms with her past and has decided to move forward and create a home for herself.
Lord Edward "Edge" Edgerton is back in Egypt too. His older brother Rafe has gone missing and Edge is searching for clues to where he is. When he shows up at his Uncle & Aunt’s home in Egypt, he’s rather shocked to see Sam there too, especially since they haven’t seen each other in eight years.
We’re back in Egypt and I absolutely love it! Lara Temple’s knowledge of Egypt is evident as the story just vividly comes to life. We were transported to Egypt in the previous book in this series and I was excited to hear that at least for part of this story we were going to return. I for one have been anxiously awaiting this story since I read about Sam and Edge in the previous stories. There was something about this couple’s past that made me curious to know what happened between them and who they were.
I do love when a couple has a history together and Sam and Edge have had an interesting one. They have known each other since they were children and they seem quite the opposite of each other. Sam was rather bold and daring in her youth, trying to keep up with her brothers and Edge. Edge is more reserved and was always rescuing Sam from scrapes and scolding her for her antics. I have to admit I loved them both and loved the dialogue between them. It didn’t take long to see there was something special between them, a connection that if they finally accepted it, they could be good together. But eight years apart and heartbreak on both sides have left these two broken and lonely. When Sam abruptly proposes marriage to Edge and he accepts, one has to wonder if they will actually overcome the obstacles and make it to their HEA…
Lara Temple’s writing is as always wonderful, flawless and detailed. Her research and knowledge of Egypt transports the reader into another place and time with vivid images of Egypt. I love how she incorporated the Desert Boy series into the beginning of each chapter and revealed finally the importance of those stories that Edge wrote and Sam illustrated. It was a unique tie this couple had and a lovely touch to their story.
Such a fabulous ending to this series! Sam and Edge were wonderful characters who truly deserved their happily ever after. This story also had fabulous secondary characters, including Rafe, Edge’s older brother, along with an appearance of Lucas, Olivia and Inky the cat from the first book! As I was writing this review, Ms. Temple just announced that we will be getting Rafe’s story in the near future and I for one can’t wait! I look forward to getting his story and possibly catching up with the Sinclair family! :-) I Highly recommend this story and series!
Lady Samantha Sinclair is back in Egypt again. After a disastrous marriage, the death of her mother, and her two brothers happily married, she’s finally trying to come to terms with her past and has decided to move forward and create a home for herself.
Lord Edward "Edge" Edgerton is back in Egypt too. His older brother Rafe has gone missing and Edge is searching for clues to where he is. When he shows up at his Uncle & Aunt’s home in Egypt, he’s rather shocked to see Sam there too, especially since they haven’t seen each other in eight years.
We’re back in Egypt and I absolutely love it! Lara Temple’s knowledge of Egypt is evident as the story just vividly comes to life. We were transported to Egypt in the previous book in this series and I was excited to hear that at least for part of this story we were going to return. I for one have been anxiously awaiting this story since I read about Sam and Edge in the previous stories. There was something about this couple’s past that made me curious to know what happened between them and who they were.
I do love when a couple has a history together and Sam and Edge have had an interesting one. They have known each other since they were children and they seem quite the opposite of each other. Sam was rather bold and daring in her youth, trying to keep up with her brothers and Edge. Edge is more reserved and was always rescuing Sam from scrapes and scolding her for her antics. I have to admit I loved them both and loved the dialogue between them. It didn’t take long to see there was something special between them, a connection that if they finally accepted it, they could be good together. But eight years apart and heartbreak on both sides have left these two broken and lonely. When Sam abruptly proposes marriage to Edge and he accepts, one has to wonder if they will actually overcome the obstacles and make it to their HEA…
Lara Temple’s writing is as always wonderful, flawless and detailed. Her research and knowledge of Egypt transports the reader into another place and time with vivid images of Egypt. I love how she incorporated the Desert Boy series into the beginning of each chapter and revealed finally the importance of those stories that Edge wrote and Sam illustrated. It was a unique tie this couple had and a lovely touch to their story.
Such a fabulous ending to this series! Sam and Edge were wonderful characters who truly deserved their happily ever after. This story also had fabulous secondary characters, including Rafe, Edge’s older brother, along with an appearance of Lucas, Olivia and Inky the cat from the first book! As I was writing this review, Ms. Temple just announced that we will be getting Rafe’s story in the near future and I for one can’t wait! I look forward to getting his story and possibly catching up with the Sinclair family! :-) I Highly recommend this story and series!
November 4, 2019
The Lord's Inconvenient Vow is the third book in The Sinful Sinclairs series by Lara Temple. It can be read as a standalone, but I have loved the previous books and if you can, then you should read them first just because they are so good.
Samantha Sinclair and Lord Edgerton have known each other for years and have been frenemies for as long. By the time Sam is 18 she realises that she doesn't want to be like that with him anymore, she wants to kiss him. When an opportunity arises where she can do just that, she takes the opportunity. Edge pulls away and Sam is embarrassed and is even more so when she finds out that Edge is returning to England (they are currently in Egypt) to get married!
8 years later in Egypt again Sam and Edge meet up. Both have been married and both have lost a child, and both are on their own now. Their experiences of marriage haven't been good ones, they both have baggage, and they both realise they never should have married anyone other than each other. Not that they would admit that. So when Sam impulsively asks Edge to marry her, he agrees. They don't say they love each other but they can definitely admit that they lust after each other.
Simply put, they have to learn to get past things that have happened in the past, learn to trust again and to admit their feelings to each other.
As well as the will they won't they find happiness aspect of the story there is also the mystery of where Edge's brother Rafe is. It's been reported that he is dead, but Edge knows otherwise and is determined to find him and find out what the devil is going on.
All in all, I enjoyed this story and am so happy that Edge and Samantha got married. It may have started as a marriage of convenience, permission to give in to their passion if nothing else, but seeing their relationship grow was wonderful. Yes, there was a lot of angst, but you just knew that it would make their admission of love all the sweeter.
Another thing I loved about this book is the author's descriptions of Egypt and it's temples, antiquities etc. I am sure if I was listening to an audio narration of this book and closed my eyes I could easily picture myself there feeling the warm breeze on my face, and the sand between my toes. Talk about total immersion!
I have enjoyed this whole series and am happy to recommend it and of course this book too.
Samantha Sinclair and Lord Edgerton have known each other for years and have been frenemies for as long. By the time Sam is 18 she realises that she doesn't want to be like that with him anymore, she wants to kiss him. When an opportunity arises where she can do just that, she takes the opportunity. Edge pulls away and Sam is embarrassed and is even more so when she finds out that Edge is returning to England (they are currently in Egypt) to get married!
8 years later in Egypt again Sam and Edge meet up. Both have been married and both have lost a child, and both are on their own now. Their experiences of marriage haven't been good ones, they both have baggage, and they both realise they never should have married anyone other than each other. Not that they would admit that. So when Sam impulsively asks Edge to marry her, he agrees. They don't say they love each other but they can definitely admit that they lust after each other.
Simply put, they have to learn to get past things that have happened in the past, learn to trust again and to admit their feelings to each other.
As well as the will they won't they find happiness aspect of the story there is also the mystery of where Edge's brother Rafe is. It's been reported that he is dead, but Edge knows otherwise and is determined to find him and find out what the devil is going on.
All in all, I enjoyed this story and am so happy that Edge and Samantha got married. It may have started as a marriage of convenience, permission to give in to their passion if nothing else, but seeing their relationship grow was wonderful. Yes, there was a lot of angst, but you just knew that it would make their admission of love all the sweeter.
Another thing I loved about this book is the author's descriptions of Egypt and it's temples, antiquities etc. I am sure if I was listening to an audio narration of this book and closed my eyes I could easily picture myself there feeling the warm breeze on my face, and the sand between my toes. Talk about total immersion!
I have enjoyed this whole series and am happy to recommend it and of course this book too.
September 25, 2019
A fitting end to this fabulous series. Edge and Sam come into this story carrying so much baggage, and their path to happiness is both difficult and beautiful. As usually, Lara's description is exquisite, and the glimpses into the Desert Boy books make you wish they were real. This is definitely a book you could read over and over.
October 14, 2019
The Lord's Inconvenient Vow
The Sinful Sinclairs Series #3
Lara Temple
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Release date 11/01/2019
Publisher Harlequin Historical / Mills&Boon Historical
Blurb :
“I have a favor to ask…
I want you to marry me.”
Part of The Sinful Sinclairs. Samantha Sinclair was always Lord Edgerton’s complete opposite. But when Edge encounters Sam again in Egypt, it’s clear the years have changed her as much as him. So after she blurts out an impulsive, convenient proposal, Edge’s protective urge compels him to accept. Is it possible for two such different people to be together and find the happiness they both deserve?
My review :
They have known each other all their life but will it be enough to trust fully one another ...
WoW, it was such an emotionally shaking read. Mrs Lara Temple has brought to life two very poignant characters, they reflect the different nuances of shattered souls.
How being the nemesis of the other during their childhood to their young adult life led them to be right for one another. All their life, they taunted each other, they have known them at their worst, so quite naturally like oil and water, they were drawn to each other, each filling the missing part of the other as night and day.
Despite everything, they are tattooed in the other’s skin.
Just how awfull they are at conveying their feelings, they discuss and share their past’s issues but by giving only half-truths, they more deeply wound one another.
This is story filled with so much angst, pain and regrets, angst because imagine the worst, pain they caused, regrets for what might have been.
Sam longs for roots, she felt she has been rushed around from one place to another. Why she made the mistake to marry to fulfill even if it was only half her need as the man she wanted was denied to her.
Her youth prevented her to see the errors of her way until it was too late.
Edge made the same mistake, and life was as cruel with him than with Sam. Why he retreated behind his prim and proper mask, living an austere life he felt complete by expressing with words his deepest thoughts and dreams.
It is only a crazy chase, leading him back to Egypt that awaken the man he thought buried deep inside his heart’s walls.
Sam’s proposal is a jump in the unknown as they might have grew up together, they do not know anymore who they are.
Their failed marriage made them weary of the others and hard to give their trust. And it was because she has always trusted him that Sam thought they might have a possible common future. But both keep secrets that might shatter their reciprocal faith.
So if Edge needs to find in himself the strength to offer his confidence, Sam has to understand roots are not always a place, they can be souls you care deeply for.
Hopefully in spite of the heaviness of the sentiments shared, tiny hints of sarcasm alleviated at time this tale. Plus Mrs Temple if she bleeds them raw, she also offers them aplenty of moment to patch things straight. If they are willing to face their greatest fears.
5 stars for stirring second chance story.
I was granted an advance copy by the author, I preordered my own.
Here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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The Sinful Sinclairs Series #3
Lara Temple
https://www.facebook.com/LaraTempleAu...
Release date 11/01/2019
Publisher Harlequin Historical / Mills&Boon Historical
Blurb :
“I have a favor to ask…
I want you to marry me.”
Part of The Sinful Sinclairs. Samantha Sinclair was always Lord Edgerton’s complete opposite. But when Edge encounters Sam again in Egypt, it’s clear the years have changed her as much as him. So after she blurts out an impulsive, convenient proposal, Edge’s protective urge compels him to accept. Is it possible for two such different people to be together and find the happiness they both deserve?
My review :
They have known each other all their life but will it be enough to trust fully one another ...
WoW, it was such an emotionally shaking read. Mrs Lara Temple has brought to life two very poignant characters, they reflect the different nuances of shattered souls.
How being the nemesis of the other during their childhood to their young adult life led them to be right for one another. All their life, they taunted each other, they have known them at their worst, so quite naturally like oil and water, they were drawn to each other, each filling the missing part of the other as night and day.
Despite everything, they are tattooed in the other’s skin.
Just how awfull they are at conveying their feelings, they discuss and share their past’s issues but by giving only half-truths, they more deeply wound one another.
This is story filled with so much angst, pain and regrets, angst because imagine the worst, pain they caused, regrets for what might have been.
Sam longs for roots, she felt she has been rushed around from one place to another. Why she made the mistake to marry to fulfill even if it was only half her need as the man she wanted was denied to her.
Her youth prevented her to see the errors of her way until it was too late.
Edge made the same mistake, and life was as cruel with him than with Sam. Why he retreated behind his prim and proper mask, living an austere life he felt complete by expressing with words his deepest thoughts and dreams.
It is only a crazy chase, leading him back to Egypt that awaken the man he thought buried deep inside his heart’s walls.
Sam’s proposal is a jump in the unknown as they might have grew up together, they do not know anymore who they are.
Their failed marriage made them weary of the others and hard to give their trust. And it was because she has always trusted him that Sam thought they might have a possible common future. But both keep secrets that might shatter their reciprocal faith.
So if Edge needs to find in himself the strength to offer his confidence, Sam has to understand roots are not always a place, they can be souls you care deeply for.
Hopefully in spite of the heaviness of the sentiments shared, tiny hints of sarcasm alleviated at time this tale. Plus Mrs Temple if she bleeds them raw, she also offers them aplenty of moment to patch things straight. If they are willing to face their greatest fears.
5 stars for stirring second chance story.
I was granted an advance copy by the author, I preordered my own.
Here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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December 10, 2024
Meilės romanas apie XIX a. Angliją ir Egiptą, su nuotykiais ir detektyviniais elementais. Trečia serijos knyga. Patiko pasinerti į pasakojimą ir sužinoti, kaip klostėsi trečiosios iš Sinklerų gyvenimas ir meilė, kokios buvo jos paslaptys.
November 10, 2019
Absolutely fantastic story, a huge rollercoaster of emotions and a journey to a happy ever after very much deserved for our hero and his beloved heroine.
November 6, 2019
Third in the Sinful Sinclairs series, there is very little referenced from the previous books in this one, and though both Edge and Sam were introduced in earlier books, rest assured you can start reading here and not feel like you’ve missed anything.
What I’ve loved most about this series is the way Lara Temple really creates a sense of place; in this story, Edge and Sam spend a lot of time both in the present and in past reminiscences in Egypt, exploring archaeological sites. Both of them spent most of their formative years in Egypt and are reunited there as adults who’ve both been widowed. The scene where they’re out at a desert camp in the night and get ‘lost in the starlight’ almost brought me to tears - I’ve experienced nights like that, and they’re the closest thing to magic I think you can experience. The author’s description really brought it to life perfectly.
Sam and Edge have both made mistakes in the past which have had lasting consequences (trigger warnings for death of children and spouses apply) and there’s no easy resolution until both of them are able to fully ‘come clean’ with each other, confronting their past mistakes and accepting each other as they are, flaws and all. I have to say I’m really enjoying the current crop of historical romances from Harlequin/Mills & Boon and the way the authors have been given free rein to write introspective stories, with some pretty deep character examination rather than just light and fluffy romances. They’re not always easy reading, but they do leave you feeling both satisfied and as though the story is about real people, dealing with the kind of real emotional and physical issues couples have to today, but without the medical and mental health support available in the modern age to support their working through their issues. It’s sensitively and sensibly handled and absolutely believable, with the promise of a guaranteed happy ending to keep you going through the angsty parts.
If you want light and fluffy, this might not be a book for you, but I really enjoyed it. It’s a satisfying journey for two complex characters who are, in the end, perfect for each other. Five stars.
Disclaimer: I received a review copy of this book via Rachel’s Random Resources.
What I’ve loved most about this series is the way Lara Temple really creates a sense of place; in this story, Edge and Sam spend a lot of time both in the present and in past reminiscences in Egypt, exploring archaeological sites. Both of them spent most of their formative years in Egypt and are reunited there as adults who’ve both been widowed. The scene where they’re out at a desert camp in the night and get ‘lost in the starlight’ almost brought me to tears - I’ve experienced nights like that, and they’re the closest thing to magic I think you can experience. The author’s description really brought it to life perfectly.
Sam and Edge have both made mistakes in the past which have had lasting consequences (trigger warnings for death of children and spouses apply) and there’s no easy resolution until both of them are able to fully ‘come clean’ with each other, confronting their past mistakes and accepting each other as they are, flaws and all. I have to say I’m really enjoying the current crop of historical romances from Harlequin/Mills & Boon and the way the authors have been given free rein to write introspective stories, with some pretty deep character examination rather than just light and fluffy romances. They’re not always easy reading, but they do leave you feeling both satisfied and as though the story is about real people, dealing with the kind of real emotional and physical issues couples have to today, but without the medical and mental health support available in the modern age to support their working through their issues. It’s sensitively and sensibly handled and absolutely believable, with the promise of a guaranteed happy ending to keep you going through the angsty parts.
If you want light and fluffy, this might not be a book for you, but I really enjoyed it. It’s a satisfying journey for two complex characters who are, in the end, perfect for each other. Five stars.
Disclaimer: I received a review copy of this book via Rachel’s Random Resources.
October 21, 2019
Stayed up late to read this. While the conflicts and backstory revelations largely weren't much of a surprise, the characters are so alive and just *tug* at your heartstrings. Beautiful writing. Any chance Rafe gets a story in future???
January 26, 2020
OMG! My feelings are in overload. One word sums up this book for me – swoon! I confess I’m besotted.
TLIV is only my second ever Lara Temple read, but cements why 2019 was the year of Laura’s historical-romance-fiction-addiction. (It’s always a bad sign when I talk about myself in the third person, lol.)
You all know by now that I am a geek to the nth degree, so when you combine my love of ancient Egypt with sweeping Regency romance I am in heaven.
As you no doubt have worked out, I have still to read Chase and Lucas’ stories, but I admit to being glad it was Sam aka Lady Samantha Sinclair that introduced me to the Sinclair clan. Sam is light years ahead of her time. Feisty, adventurous, a smidgen *pinches fingers* opinionated, and a heart overflowing with its capacity for love. I couldn’t help but warm to her from the opening scene.
Now we come to Edge aka Lord Edward Edgerton. Edge, although dashing, initially came across as aloof and a tad staid, but boy oh boy, when you scratch that surface you find someone altogether different. Prepare for The Swoon, ladies. Trust me, the capitals are totally justified. Don’t believe me? Well, we can talk after you’ve read the ‘back scene’ – too sensual for words *sighs*.
Enigmatic, Edge draws you in, and as each layer was peeled back, the quicker I lost my heart.
With secrets on both sides, can this marriage of convenience survive when truths are revealed? Ugh, I wanted to indulge in some head knocking, but alas, it was not to be *snorts*.
It may be cliché to say, but I ran the full gamut of emotions reading Sam and Edge’s story. I honestly think someone has hot-wired my tear ducts of late as they are permanently leaking whether I’m happy or sad, lol.
As Mary Pope Osborne once said, “Reading is a passport to countless adventures.” and TLIV is one adventure I hope to revisit time and time again.
My wait now begins for Rafe’s (Edge’s brother) story. I’m a goner already...
TLIV is only my second ever Lara Temple read, but cements why 2019 was the year of Laura’s historical-romance-fiction-addiction. (It’s always a bad sign when I talk about myself in the third person, lol.)
You all know by now that I am a geek to the nth degree, so when you combine my love of ancient Egypt with sweeping Regency romance I am in heaven.
As you no doubt have worked out, I have still to read Chase and Lucas’ stories, but I admit to being glad it was Sam aka Lady Samantha Sinclair that introduced me to the Sinclair clan. Sam is light years ahead of her time. Feisty, adventurous, a smidgen *pinches fingers* opinionated, and a heart overflowing with its capacity for love. I couldn’t help but warm to her from the opening scene.
Now we come to Edge aka Lord Edward Edgerton. Edge, although dashing, initially came across as aloof and a tad staid, but boy oh boy, when you scratch that surface you find someone altogether different. Prepare for The Swoon, ladies. Trust me, the capitals are totally justified. Don’t believe me? Well, we can talk after you’ve read the ‘back scene’ – too sensual for words *sighs*.
Enigmatic, Edge draws you in, and as each layer was peeled back, the quicker I lost my heart.
With secrets on both sides, can this marriage of convenience survive when truths are revealed? Ugh, I wanted to indulge in some head knocking, but alas, it was not to be *snorts*.
It may be cliché to say, but I ran the full gamut of emotions reading Sam and Edge’s story. I honestly think someone has hot-wired my tear ducts of late as they are permanently leaking whether I’m happy or sad, lol.
As Mary Pope Osborne once said, “Reading is a passport to countless adventures.” and TLIV is one adventure I hope to revisit time and time again.
My wait now begins for Rafe’s (Edge’s brother) story. I’m a goner already...
November 2, 2019
Meeting in Egypt again, Sam and Edge share brief kisses, but neither one mentions love. He returns to England and his fiance, she enters Italian society looking to replace a broken heart. Eight years later they meet again in Egypt and Sam takes a chance and proposes to Edge. He accepts. Their bond is three Desert Boy books that he wrote and she Illustrated. These books are the key to their happiness. I enjoyed this series so much. It was hard to read the last page.
I recommend reading all three books in the series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
I recommend reading all three books in the series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
September 22, 2019
Beautiful story on childhood love to adulthood. Entwined with some amazing history of Egypt.
The inter action between a young Sam and Edge are just want you would expect from young love, not recognised by our hero and heroine.
Eight years later, time has really hurt both of them. Lord Edward ( Edge ) looking for his brother and trying to come to terms that Samantha proposed and he accept.
The stories that Lord Edward has written all lead to a great conclusion.
The knowledge I am taking away from the book is wonderful, so much I did not know about Egypt.
Thank you Ms Temple.
Really great read.
Highly recommend this book.
Stand alone
Do yourself a favour and read the series
The inter action between a young Sam and Edge are just want you would expect from young love, not recognised by our hero and heroine.
Eight years later, time has really hurt both of them. Lord Edward ( Edge ) looking for his brother and trying to come to terms that Samantha proposed and he accept.
The stories that Lord Edward has written all lead to a great conclusion.
The knowledge I am taking away from the book is wonderful, so much I did not know about Egypt.
Thank you Ms Temple.
Really great read.
Highly recommend this book.
Stand alone
Do yourself a favour and read the series
September 18, 2021
I really enjoyed this series and I only wished that I read the third book sooner since it took a while for me to remember characters, story, etc from the previous two books. I could easily see an additional book about Rafe, the brother of Edge. I enjoy staying with characters and letting them evolve over time.
October 14, 2019
Sam Sinclair is in Egypt dealing with the fallout from her unhappy marriage and the recent weddings of both her brothers when she unexpectedly meets old family friend Lord Edward Edgerton (otherwise known as Edge) some eight years after their last encounter. What follows is a charming story of letting go of the past, a marriage of convenience and learning to be happy, all whilst discovering that, sometimes, the love of your life has been right there all along.
From the first page of the book, in the excellent, scene setting prologue, the reader is soon acquainted with Sam and edge and the background to their story, and we learn so much about their characters and how they compliment each other before the plot moves forward some eight years, and we find a much changed Sam and Edge re-connecting with each other whilst living with the various trials and tragedies that have occurred in their time apart.
As with many of the author's previous books, there is a strong sense of place, and much research has obviously gone into creating the stunning Egyptian backdrop to the first part of the story; indeed, so vivid are the descriptions that you really do feel like you are there. There is a wonderful moment where Sam and Edge go walking in the dark, looking at the starts which really stands out, but the image created by the whole Egyptian setting of the book is so well written that it deserves mention alongside the excellent plot which takes place around it.
Whilst the reader was briefly introduced to Sam and Edge in the previous books in this series, here we get to know them in depth, and from the outset, you quickly want to know more about them and hope they can re-discover their connection from years ago. Learning that both of them have suffered emotionally during their time apart adds to their bond, and, as a reader, you instantly root for them to find happiness, even if there are a few bumps in the road to be overcome first.
One of my favourite things about Lara Temple's writing style is that, even though there are tragic events to describe, which she does with aplomb, she manages to balance out the heartbreak with a healthy dose of humour, most notably Sam's various nicknames for Edge (I can't go into why she calls him 'Bunny' without spoiling the story, but the scene is a highlight), and her rebellious streak which puts her on a humorous collision course with Edge who would much rather she didn't throw caution to the wind as often as she does.
Suggesting a marriage of convenience, Sam propels the romance element of the story into action, and there are some entertaining scenes on a ship back to England before the action moves back to London, and conclusion of the interesting sub-plot involving Edge's missing brother Rafe. There is a good air of mystery here, and it reveals a lot about Edge as a person when you discover just how far he is willing to go (and why) for those he cares about most. Furthermore, there are enough hints about Rafe and just what he's been doing whilst missing that he really ought to have his own story told one day.
As well as Rafe, there are other strong secondary characters including Mr. Pettifer and His World of Wonders, who slightly steals the show in his brief appearance, and, most, notably, Edge and Rafe's mother who makes a big impression, but also propels Sam and Edge towards their well deserved happy ending. Without spoiling the plot, the ending is a beautifully written moment that has the right level of emotion (tissues at the ready for the closing remarks made by Sam and Edge), and perfectly suits the characters whilst neatly honouring the beginning of the book.
Overall, an excellent book full of romance, intrigue, humour, and finding love where you least expect is, all set amongst a wonderfully created backdrop of Egypt and London. I would suggest that this is Ms. Temple's best work to date, and I look forward to reading whatever story she chooses to create next (and hopefully we may learn more about Rafe in the future!)
From the first page of the book, in the excellent, scene setting prologue, the reader is soon acquainted with Sam and edge and the background to their story, and we learn so much about their characters and how they compliment each other before the plot moves forward some eight years, and we find a much changed Sam and Edge re-connecting with each other whilst living with the various trials and tragedies that have occurred in their time apart.
As with many of the author's previous books, there is a strong sense of place, and much research has obviously gone into creating the stunning Egyptian backdrop to the first part of the story; indeed, so vivid are the descriptions that you really do feel like you are there. There is a wonderful moment where Sam and Edge go walking in the dark, looking at the starts which really stands out, but the image created by the whole Egyptian setting of the book is so well written that it deserves mention alongside the excellent plot which takes place around it.
Whilst the reader was briefly introduced to Sam and Edge in the previous books in this series, here we get to know them in depth, and from the outset, you quickly want to know more about them and hope they can re-discover their connection from years ago. Learning that both of them have suffered emotionally during their time apart adds to their bond, and, as a reader, you instantly root for them to find happiness, even if there are a few bumps in the road to be overcome first.
One of my favourite things about Lara Temple's writing style is that, even though there are tragic events to describe, which she does with aplomb, she manages to balance out the heartbreak with a healthy dose of humour, most notably Sam's various nicknames for Edge (I can't go into why she calls him 'Bunny' without spoiling the story, but the scene is a highlight), and her rebellious streak which puts her on a humorous collision course with Edge who would much rather she didn't throw caution to the wind as often as she does.
Suggesting a marriage of convenience, Sam propels the romance element of the story into action, and there are some entertaining scenes on a ship back to England before the action moves back to London, and conclusion of the interesting sub-plot involving Edge's missing brother Rafe. There is a good air of mystery here, and it reveals a lot about Edge as a person when you discover just how far he is willing to go (and why) for those he cares about most. Furthermore, there are enough hints about Rafe and just what he's been doing whilst missing that he really ought to have his own story told one day.
As well as Rafe, there are other strong secondary characters including Mr. Pettifer and His World of Wonders, who slightly steals the show in his brief appearance, and, most, notably, Edge and Rafe's mother who makes a big impression, but also propels Sam and Edge towards their well deserved happy ending. Without spoiling the plot, the ending is a beautifully written moment that has the right level of emotion (tissues at the ready for the closing remarks made by Sam and Edge), and perfectly suits the characters whilst neatly honouring the beginning of the book.
Overall, an excellent book full of romance, intrigue, humour, and finding love where you least expect is, all set amongst a wonderfully created backdrop of Egypt and London. I would suggest that this is Ms. Temple's best work to date, and I look forward to reading whatever story she chooses to create next (and hopefully we may learn more about Rafe in the future!)
January 15, 2020
As reviewed at Roses Are Blue: https://wp.me/p3QRh4-16i
There are many parallels in the lives of Samantha “Sam” Sinclair and Lord Edward “Edge” Edgerton. They are both English by birth, have fractured family lives, and have been raised mostly in Egypt. Edge was sent away from his home at the age of six to live with Uncle Poppy and Aunt Janet, who loved him dearly. He became good friends with the Sinclair brothers, Lucas and Chase, who were also living in Egypt with their mother and younger sister, Samantha. Sam has always been passionate, daring, and somewhat outrageous as she trails after the young men. Edge has always urged her to be cautious and more circumspect.
The years pass, and Sam is now eighteen, seeing Edge for the first time in a couple years, as he had returned to England. There is a new awareness between them, a spark of attraction. Before anything can come of that spark, Edge announces that he’s engaged and will be returning to England to marry. Ever impulsive, Sam steals a kiss, but manages to hide her pain and wish Edge well in his future. Though Edge feels uncertain, he goes ahead with his marriage.
Sam, determined to find her own happiness and to create a home and family, enters society. She marries Ricki, almost immediately realizing that she has made a huge mistake. The eerie similarities in Sam’s and Edge’s lives continue, as both suffer the loss of a child / step-child, and lose their spouse after perceiving that they married the wrong person.
The death of Edge’s son, Jacob, affected him greatly. His older brother, Rafe, helped him immensely through this dark period, and the brothers grew close again after being separated for years. When Rafe disappears, and a cryptic message declares him dead, Edge knows it can’t be true. He begins a globe trotting search, and the path takes him back to Egypt, where he encounters Sam, who has also returned there. Knowing that they are truly ships passing in the night, Sam impulsively proposes marriage to Edge, and to her surprise, he unhesitatingly accepts.
That physical bond still exists between Sam and Edge, though they had been apart for eight years. They share a passionate and fulfilling wedding night, but the next day reality sets in. They are to return to England to continue Edge’s search, but the ship they are to sail on is truly unfit for passengers. Edge wants Sam to remain and book passage on a suitable ship, but she knows she may not see Edge for years if they part. This is just the first of the many conflicts and hurdles they will face in the upcoming months.
Edge is a closed off, secretive man, one who is still carrying the scars of being sent away by his family, and the wounds from his disastrous marriage and his lost son. Though he is a generous and passionate man, he can’t help but to keep a very large part of himself behind walls. Unlike Edge, Sam is a woman who literally howls at the moon. She wants to know everything about him, and share every part of his life. Though they manage to overcome much of their conflict, there is one huge secret Edge still keeps, and it’s one that affects Sam personally. When she finds this out from another source, her trust in Edge may be lost forever.
THE LORD’S INCONVENIENT VOW is truly intense and fraught with conflict and uncertainty. Both Sam and Edge are so fully depicted, that I felt I knew both of them down to their innermost thoughts. I loved both characters, and wanted them to find middle ground, because I didn’t want either of them to change their basic self. In addition to the ongoing battle to save the fledgling marriage, and to watch this couple come to realize their genuine love for the other, there is plenty happening with the search for Rafe, and finally having Edge discover the mystery of why he was sent from his home. I read THE LORD’S INCONVENIENT VOW in one sitting, and highly recommend it for readers who enjoy another layer of depth to go along with the passionate romance.
There are many parallels in the lives of Samantha “Sam” Sinclair and Lord Edward “Edge” Edgerton. They are both English by birth, have fractured family lives, and have been raised mostly in Egypt. Edge was sent away from his home at the age of six to live with Uncle Poppy and Aunt Janet, who loved him dearly. He became good friends with the Sinclair brothers, Lucas and Chase, who were also living in Egypt with their mother and younger sister, Samantha. Sam has always been passionate, daring, and somewhat outrageous as she trails after the young men. Edge has always urged her to be cautious and more circumspect.
The years pass, and Sam is now eighteen, seeing Edge for the first time in a couple years, as he had returned to England. There is a new awareness between them, a spark of attraction. Before anything can come of that spark, Edge announces that he’s engaged and will be returning to England to marry. Ever impulsive, Sam steals a kiss, but manages to hide her pain and wish Edge well in his future. Though Edge feels uncertain, he goes ahead with his marriage.
Sam, determined to find her own happiness and to create a home and family, enters society. She marries Ricki, almost immediately realizing that she has made a huge mistake. The eerie similarities in Sam’s and Edge’s lives continue, as both suffer the loss of a child / step-child, and lose their spouse after perceiving that they married the wrong person.
The death of Edge’s son, Jacob, affected him greatly. His older brother, Rafe, helped him immensely through this dark period, and the brothers grew close again after being separated for years. When Rafe disappears, and a cryptic message declares him dead, Edge knows it can’t be true. He begins a globe trotting search, and the path takes him back to Egypt, where he encounters Sam, who has also returned there. Knowing that they are truly ships passing in the night, Sam impulsively proposes marriage to Edge, and to her surprise, he unhesitatingly accepts.
That physical bond still exists between Sam and Edge, though they had been apart for eight years. They share a passionate and fulfilling wedding night, but the next day reality sets in. They are to return to England to continue Edge’s search, but the ship they are to sail on is truly unfit for passengers. Edge wants Sam to remain and book passage on a suitable ship, but she knows she may not see Edge for years if they part. This is just the first of the many conflicts and hurdles they will face in the upcoming months.
Edge is a closed off, secretive man, one who is still carrying the scars of being sent away by his family, and the wounds from his disastrous marriage and his lost son. Though he is a generous and passionate man, he can’t help but to keep a very large part of himself behind walls. Unlike Edge, Sam is a woman who literally howls at the moon. She wants to know everything about him, and share every part of his life. Though they manage to overcome much of their conflict, there is one huge secret Edge still keeps, and it’s one that affects Sam personally. When she finds this out from another source, her trust in Edge may be lost forever.
THE LORD’S INCONVENIENT VOW is truly intense and fraught with conflict and uncertainty. Both Sam and Edge are so fully depicted, that I felt I knew both of them down to their innermost thoughts. I loved both characters, and wanted them to find middle ground, because I didn’t want either of them to change their basic self. In addition to the ongoing battle to save the fledgling marriage, and to watch this couple come to realize their genuine love for the other, there is plenty happening with the search for Rafe, and finally having Edge discover the mystery of why he was sent from his home. I read THE LORD’S INCONVENIENT VOW in one sitting, and highly recommend it for readers who enjoy another layer of depth to go along with the passionate romance.
November 1, 2019
This is the third, and sadly, final book in the wonderful Sinful Sinclairs series.
Samantha Sinclair and Edward Edgerton, have known each other from childhood, and there are some wonderful early scenes that perfectly capture the bickering, exploring, and laughter between friends of different temperaments.
Therefore, present day Sam is a complete surprise to Edge, (and us), when they meet again eight years later in Egypt. She’s nothing like the girl he remembered: the Sam he knew was fearless, aggravating, and completely unconcerned about propriety, now however, she seems beaten down, withdrawn.
Thankfully, she’s not allowed to stay that way in the story for long, and the old Sam soon reappears.
Edge’s childhood was one of misery, and confusion. He thought his mother didn’t want him, so doesn’t know what love feels like. When he experienced a kiss from the teenage Sam years earlier, he ran from it and her. However, he can’t deny he wants her, and so accepts her proposal of marriage.
Sam believes their childhood trust and friendship is a good foundation for their marriage. However, childhood trust cannot survive secrets, and lies of adulthood, and they realise a new and deeper, more adult trust based on honesty and vulnerability, has to be forged if they are to have a future together.
Oh my word, I loved this. It’s swashbuckling in parts, serious in others; the dialogue sparkles with humour, and emotion; the descriptions of the scenery and settings are so breathtakingly realistic, I was disappointed when we had to leave Egypt to come back to England. And there’s so much sexual chemistry, I’m surprised my book didn’t burst into flames!
I’ve always thought Ms Temple’s heroines comparable to those of Georgette Heyer, and Sam is no exception. Sam’s snappy comebacks, witty exchanges, and opinionated conversations make her a heroine after Ms Heyer’s own heart.
Incidentally, It was lovely to read the different Desert Boy epigraphs at the beginning of each chapter. Both for enjoying in their own right, and also because they subtly suggest a particular theme to follow which will unfold in Sam’s & Edge’s relationship.
I would love Ms Temple to actually write these books hint hint.
Samantha Sinclair and Edward Edgerton, have known each other from childhood, and there are some wonderful early scenes that perfectly capture the bickering, exploring, and laughter between friends of different temperaments.
Therefore, present day Sam is a complete surprise to Edge, (and us), when they meet again eight years later in Egypt. She’s nothing like the girl he remembered: the Sam he knew was fearless, aggravating, and completely unconcerned about propriety, now however, she seems beaten down, withdrawn.
Thankfully, she’s not allowed to stay that way in the story for long, and the old Sam soon reappears.
Edge’s childhood was one of misery, and confusion. He thought his mother didn’t want him, so doesn’t know what love feels like. When he experienced a kiss from the teenage Sam years earlier, he ran from it and her. However, he can’t deny he wants her, and so accepts her proposal of marriage.
Sam believes their childhood trust and friendship is a good foundation for their marriage. However, childhood trust cannot survive secrets, and lies of adulthood, and they realise a new and deeper, more adult trust based on honesty and vulnerability, has to be forged if they are to have a future together.
Oh my word, I loved this. It’s swashbuckling in parts, serious in others; the dialogue sparkles with humour, and emotion; the descriptions of the scenery and settings are so breathtakingly realistic, I was disappointed when we had to leave Egypt to come back to England. And there’s so much sexual chemistry, I’m surprised my book didn’t burst into flames!
I’ve always thought Ms Temple’s heroines comparable to those of Georgette Heyer, and Sam is no exception. Sam’s snappy comebacks, witty exchanges, and opinionated conversations make her a heroine after Ms Heyer’s own heart.
Incidentally, It was lovely to read the different Desert Boy epigraphs at the beginning of each chapter. Both for enjoying in their own right, and also because they subtly suggest a particular theme to follow which will unfold in Sam’s & Edge’s relationship.
I would love Ms Temple to actually write these books hint hint.
November 4, 2019
This is book 3 in the wonderful sinclaire series. Although you dont have to i do recommend starting with book 1 as this is a brilliant series. The other booksin the series are The Earl's Irresistible Challenge and The Rakes Enticing Proposal.
Samantha Sinclaire and Lord Edgerton have known each other since childhood. Both are complete opposites, Sam is wild, adventures and lets nothing get in her way. Where Edge is reserved and doenst show his emotions ofter. But as they say opposites attract! They both find this out the hard way.
8 years later and both Sam and Edge havent of had the easiest of times. Both widowed after being in loveless marrages and filled with heartache they find their paths crossing again in Egypt. Both have changed through their years of hardship. However it seems their attraction and feelings for each other havent. Sam can not let Edge leave Egypt without doing something about them, so she plucks up all her courage and proposes to him.
Lara Temple takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride! The journey it takes fkr them to get their happily ever after will keep you on the edge of your seat. Sam and Edge have alot of innor demons to fight and confront! The chemistry between the two charactors will defiantly keep you on your toes.
Im so glad that all our Sinclaires finally have their happily ever after but then also really sad this amazing series has come to an end.
I cant wait to see what adventure Lara takes us on next. I definitely recommend thjs author she has a brilliant writing style that draws you in and lets your imagination run wild.
Samantha Sinclaire and Lord Edgerton have known each other since childhood. Both are complete opposites, Sam is wild, adventures and lets nothing get in her way. Where Edge is reserved and doenst show his emotions ofter. But as they say opposites attract! They both find this out the hard way.
8 years later and both Sam and Edge havent of had the easiest of times. Both widowed after being in loveless marrages and filled with heartache they find their paths crossing again in Egypt. Both have changed through their years of hardship. However it seems their attraction and feelings for each other havent. Sam can not let Edge leave Egypt without doing something about them, so she plucks up all her courage and proposes to him.
Lara Temple takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride! The journey it takes fkr them to get their happily ever after will keep you on the edge of your seat. Sam and Edge have alot of innor demons to fight and confront! The chemistry between the two charactors will defiantly keep you on your toes.
Im so glad that all our Sinclaires finally have their happily ever after but then also really sad this amazing series has come to an end.
I cant wait to see what adventure Lara takes us on next. I definitely recommend thjs author she has a brilliant writing style that draws you in and lets your imagination run wild.
November 10, 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, which is part of a series, but can be read as a standalone.
It begins in Egypt, where Lady Samantha meets Lord Edward Edgerton again, after many years. The incredible backdrop of ancient historic sites sets the scene beautifully, and it immediately hooked me. As the days go by, their flirty banter hides deeper feelings neither are ready to explore. When Edge announced his engagement to Dora, Sam is distraught and withdraws from him, to follow her mother to Venice for the season.
Eight years later, widowed after a disappointing marriage, Sam returns to Egypt, only to stumble across Edge again. He’s searching for his brother who has been leading him on a wild-goose chase. Sam realises that if he leaves again, she might not see him for years, and she realises there’s only one way to stop this from happening: she asks him to marry her.
The Lord's Inconvenient Vow is an intriguing romance. The characters are very well defined: Sam the impetuous and Edge the cool, sensible one. The early setting in Egypt adds a sense of mystery, which I really enjoyed. You could feel the heat, the sand and the underlying currents of a friendship turning into something deeper. Once married, Sam’s and Edge’s own insecurities and deep-buried feelings keep them from confiding in each other, but burst to the surface in a gripping ending.
There are hints at other characters in the series, notably Sam’s two brothers, but this novel can easily be seen as a standalone read. Readers of regency romance novels will love the unusual setting and the conflicts the characters have to face. An unusual and charming read!
It begins in Egypt, where Lady Samantha meets Lord Edward Edgerton again, after many years. The incredible backdrop of ancient historic sites sets the scene beautifully, and it immediately hooked me. As the days go by, their flirty banter hides deeper feelings neither are ready to explore. When Edge announced his engagement to Dora, Sam is distraught and withdraws from him, to follow her mother to Venice for the season.
Eight years later, widowed after a disappointing marriage, Sam returns to Egypt, only to stumble across Edge again. He’s searching for his brother who has been leading him on a wild-goose chase. Sam realises that if he leaves again, she might not see him for years, and she realises there’s only one way to stop this from happening: she asks him to marry her.
The Lord's Inconvenient Vow is an intriguing romance. The characters are very well defined: Sam the impetuous and Edge the cool, sensible one. The early setting in Egypt adds a sense of mystery, which I really enjoyed. You could feel the heat, the sand and the underlying currents of a friendship turning into something deeper. Once married, Sam’s and Edge’s own insecurities and deep-buried feelings keep them from confiding in each other, but burst to the surface in a gripping ending.
There are hints at other characters in the series, notably Sam’s two brothers, but this novel can easily be seen as a standalone read. Readers of regency romance novels will love the unusual setting and the conflicts the characters have to face. An unusual and charming read!
December 13, 2019
If you think that Chase Sinclair was daring, then you need to meet Samantha (Sam), the most bold, witty, and naughty of all Sinclairs, or at least until she married her first husband. After that, her life, which she always took as a game, was transformed into a vain nightmare where her only refuge were her stepdaughter Maria, and the illustrations born from her brush and colors for the series of books,The Desert Boy, whose author she never met but whom she called Mr. Bunny.
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After the Sinclair's tragedy and the death of her father, Sam was raised between England, Italy, and Egypt, where her life has been always filled with adventure and history. She, her brothers, and their friend Edward Edgerton (Edge) were always on the run for fun and new places to discover with some native friends of the country. Although the friendship between Sam and Edward grew to be edgy and frustrating with fights here and there, they have also been secretly fond of each other.
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After a misunderstanding as grown-ups, Sam and Edge sought their own destinies away from each other. But unfortunate events tainted their lives with loss, pain, and loneliness, and when Sam and Edge return to Egypt as widows and meet together again, they know that life's giving them a new opportunity to be together, and they marry. And what is better than a love story that begins after a childhood friendship?
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While in the quest of finding his brother somewhere between England and Egypt, Edge has to convince himself of Sam's love for him, while Sam discovers finally who her dear Mr. Bunny is. After all, that new facet of her husband makes her long more for him in spite of his moody attitude and unexpected reactions. However, their passion is what brings them together at the end of the day, when they can express the thirst for warmth, company, and love that burns within their souls.
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So far, this novel is my most favorite of the Sinful Sinclairs' series. I love the way Lara Temple crafts her stories, especially in this one where all the Egyptian environment and mythology, the desert landscapes, and traditions of the English there at that time are so realistic. The way she exposed the backgrounds of both main characters was so touching that makes it difficult for the reader not to engage with them, feeling the deep pain which surrounded their lives for many years, and then the relief they find after coming together and resolve their relationship. Her writing style is unique, sophisticated, and easygoing, allowing us to enjoy every bit of the bittersweet world of her characters. However, I still wanted to see more action from Edge's side, but it's all right if Sam is intending to mend his damaged heart.
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One of the things that excited me the most of this novel, apart from the many facts Temple writes about Egypt's desert and archeological sites, is the presence of a book series inside the novel, which awakened my curiosity to know more about The Desert Boy, and I wonder if the author intends sometime to write it fully.
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For this good read, I give it a 4.6 stars review. You won't forget this love story.
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After the Sinclair's tragedy and the death of her father, Sam was raised between England, Italy, and Egypt, where her life has been always filled with adventure and history. She, her brothers, and their friend Edward Edgerton (Edge) were always on the run for fun and new places to discover with some native friends of the country. Although the friendship between Sam and Edward grew to be edgy and frustrating with fights here and there, they have also been secretly fond of each other.
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After a misunderstanding as grown-ups, Sam and Edge sought their own destinies away from each other. But unfortunate events tainted their lives with loss, pain, and loneliness, and when Sam and Edge return to Egypt as widows and meet together again, they know that life's giving them a new opportunity to be together, and they marry. And what is better than a love story that begins after a childhood friendship?
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While in the quest of finding his brother somewhere between England and Egypt, Edge has to convince himself of Sam's love for him, while Sam discovers finally who her dear Mr. Bunny is. After all, that new facet of her husband makes her long more for him in spite of his moody attitude and unexpected reactions. However, their passion is what brings them together at the end of the day, when they can express the thirst for warmth, company, and love that burns within their souls.
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So far, this novel is my most favorite of the Sinful Sinclairs' series. I love the way Lara Temple crafts her stories, especially in this one where all the Egyptian environment and mythology, the desert landscapes, and traditions of the English there at that time are so realistic. The way she exposed the backgrounds of both main characters was so touching that makes it difficult for the reader not to engage with them, feeling the deep pain which surrounded their lives for many years, and then the relief they find after coming together and resolve their relationship. Her writing style is unique, sophisticated, and easygoing, allowing us to enjoy every bit of the bittersweet world of her characters. However, I still wanted to see more action from Edge's side, but it's all right if Sam is intending to mend his damaged heart.
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One of the things that excited me the most of this novel, apart from the many facts Temple writes about Egypt's desert and archeological sites, is the presence of a book series inside the novel, which awakened my curiosity to know more about The Desert Boy, and I wonder if the author intends sometime to write it fully.
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For this good read, I give it a 4.6 stars review. You won't forget this love story.
November 1, 2019
The Lord’s Inconvenient Vow is the third book in The Sinful Sinclairs series. We join Sam and Edge on their journey of finding their happily ever after and what a journey it is. We start off in the exotic location of Egypt and then make our way to England after a couple of weeks aboard the Lark-scenes I found particularly enjoyable.
The chemistry between Sam and Edge was electric. Each time they’re on the page together, you know to expect something but you’re never quite sure what that might be. Is it going to be an argument and blistering set downs or is it going to be another passionate encounter? Ms Temple keeps both characters and her readers on their toes. Sam and Edge’s characters are beautifully complementary and I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the way their relationship evolved and strengthened through the book, obstacles and all.
A captivating story with some wonderfully vivid descriptions about the various settings, intense emotional conflict and sexual tension in spades. Once again, fab stuff from Ms Temple.
The chemistry between Sam and Edge was electric. Each time they’re on the page together, you know to expect something but you’re never quite sure what that might be. Is it going to be an argument and blistering set downs or is it going to be another passionate encounter? Ms Temple keeps both characters and her readers on their toes. Sam and Edge’s characters are beautifully complementary and I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the way their relationship evolved and strengthened through the book, obstacles and all.
A captivating story with some wonderfully vivid descriptions about the various settings, intense emotional conflict and sexual tension in spades. Once again, fab stuff from Ms Temple.
September 30, 2019
You MUST read this book. A marriage of expediency between two childhood friends or a second chance for love? Either way, it’s a wonderful book not to be missed. Friends since their childhood, Sam and Edge, they meet eight years ago in Egypt, shared stolen kisses, then parted ways. She married to try to heal her broken heart. He married because he needed an heir. Both marriages were disastrous. They meet again after these disasters and Sam, being Sam, impulsively proposes marriage to Edge. For some reason he agrees. There are obstacles in the path to their happiness that they must overcome. Will these problems be resolved so they will realize they have loved each other all along? I recommend you read it and find out. It was expertly written with the characters leaping to life from the pages. The descriptions of Egypt were so good I felt like I was transported there. I laughed at their antics and wept for their past hurts. I was gifted this book and am voluntarily reviewing. My opinions are my own. Wonderful job Lara Temple ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
November 4, 2019
The final part of the #SinfulSinclairs trilogy features Samantha (Sam) and Edward (Edge). Beginning in Egypt in 1814, when Sam and Edge acknowledge to themselves, if not each other there is an attraction deeper than friendship between them. Both are shocked and eight years and a great deal of emotional angst pass before they meet again, in a very dramatic way.
Both are irrevocably changed by their separate traumatic pasts, and this makes Sam brave enough to voice what she wants, but the conflict is just beginning as misunderstanding s and secrets threaten to keep the pair estranged.
The passion is undeniable in this exotically romantic story, and because of their emotional connection, you always know they will overcome the conflicts to their happiness.
Sam and Edge are likeable characters, and their romance is breathtakingly lovely. The perfect end to a memorable romantic trilogy.
I received a copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.
Both are irrevocably changed by their separate traumatic pasts, and this makes Sam brave enough to voice what she wants, but the conflict is just beginning as misunderstanding s and secrets threaten to keep the pair estranged.
The passion is undeniable in this exotically romantic story, and because of their emotional connection, you always know they will overcome the conflicts to their happiness.
Sam and Edge are likeable characters, and their romance is breathtakingly lovely. The perfect end to a memorable romantic trilogy.
I received a copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.
October 31, 2021
3 Stars
This is the third book in the series. I have read the two previous books and enjoyed both; although I would say I liked the first book the best. I actually read them in order for once, something I rarely do for whatever reason. (lol)
It was an interesting story. The two MCs have quite the background. They have known each other since childhood and spent a lot of time together growing up. So, they know each other pretty well. As a child Edge often ran behind Sam trying get her to behave and Sam made up some funny nicknames for him as a result. The H/r are quite opposites. The heroine, Sam, is a feisty, adventurous, free-spirited artist. Edge (despite the inferred bad boy-ness of the nickname) is the reticent, studiousness, cautious type. Edge doesn’t show his emotions often. Sam finds it hard NOT to show hers. I am not sure if the author intended this or not, or maybe I am seeing patterns that aren’t really there; however, I found both MCs lives followed similar parallels. For example, they both had difficult childhoods, mostly due to a parent(s) action (even if inadvertently). They both spent most of their childhoods in Egypt where they experienced countless adventures. They both ended up in short loveless marriages that resulted in death of a spouse; as well as a child. Lastly, with regard to their previous marriages they both married people who were the opposite of each other’s respective love interest (Sam vs. Dora, Edge vs. Ricki).
There’s a prologue that sets the stage. It’s bittersweet, mostly bitter. They discover their mutual attraction too late. The novel then picks up eight years later. They’re both widowed. Sam is not the same. The reader already was given insight of this in the first two books. Various life experiences have toned down her personality but she is starting to come around and reclaim her old self. I liked Sam. She is honest with herself. She knows she made a big mistake years ago. And she wasn’t the only one to suffer for it. The same goes for Edge. However, I did not love Edge so much.* I did not, not like him. It’s just that he (aargh) drove me crazy. The sulking, the silent treatments. The refusal to share himself, his thoughts etc. And I don’t know, he wasn’t really all that interesting. Maybe if his authorship was played up more? Based on the personality presented, I had a hard time imagining him writing such fanciful stories.
Sam was a little guilty as well of not communicating but with her it was more in response (I felt) to the uncertainty inspired in her by Edge and his nonsense. (A late chapter scene with Edge’s mother gave some insight. She hid her emotions as well. Apple not falling far from tree? Though she was on another level.) We meet Rafe in this book. Though our time with him was short, I found him to be more interesting than Edge. Man, he kept trying to talk some sense into Edge. I look forward to reading his story.
There was some grammar etc. hiccups but nothing I got excited about. This book was a lot steamier than the first two which stayed closed door (my preference). There’s open door intimacy (once); others are closed. But they’ve constantly at it. Guess a lot of time to make up for. No violence. I don’t recall any strong language.
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*There is a scene when Rafe's tells Edge that "You hurt her deeply Edge," referring to Sam. Here's Edge's next thought: (p. 253)
"Edge could do nothing about his visceral satisfaction at those words. Good--because she is destroying me. He wasn't proud of it, but it was there, like a starving hyena, grinning and waiting for its chance at the cascase because it was not strong enough to win its own prey."
There were also were several times when Sam's practically begged Edge to talk to her (i.e. p. 187, 251). Even Rage told him to as well. (p. 254).
His lie (of omission) to her about being the author.
Yeah, so I wasn't happy with Edge a few times.
This is the third book in the series. I have read the two previous books and enjoyed both; although I would say I liked the first book the best. I actually read them in order for once, something I rarely do for whatever reason. (lol)
It was an interesting story. The two MCs have quite the background. They have known each other since childhood and spent a lot of time together growing up. So, they know each other pretty well. As a child Edge often ran behind Sam trying get her to behave and Sam made up some funny nicknames for him as a result. The H/r are quite opposites. The heroine, Sam, is a feisty, adventurous, free-spirited artist. Edge (despite the inferred bad boy-ness of the nickname) is the reticent, studiousness, cautious type. Edge doesn’t show his emotions often. Sam finds it hard NOT to show hers. I am not sure if the author intended this or not, or maybe I am seeing patterns that aren’t really there; however, I found both MCs lives followed similar parallels. For example, they both had difficult childhoods, mostly due to a parent(s) action (even if inadvertently). They both spent most of their childhoods in Egypt where they experienced countless adventures. They both ended up in short loveless marriages that resulted in death of a spouse; as well as a child. Lastly, with regard to their previous marriages they both married people who were the opposite of each other’s respective love interest (Sam vs. Dora, Edge vs. Ricki).
There’s a prologue that sets the stage. It’s bittersweet, mostly bitter. They discover their mutual attraction too late. The novel then picks up eight years later. They’re both widowed. Sam is not the same. The reader already was given insight of this in the first two books. Various life experiences have toned down her personality but she is starting to come around and reclaim her old self. I liked Sam. She is honest with herself. She knows she made a big mistake years ago. And she wasn’t the only one to suffer for it. The same goes for Edge. However, I did not love Edge so much.* I did not, not like him. It’s just that he (aargh) drove me crazy. The sulking, the silent treatments. The refusal to share himself, his thoughts etc. And I don’t know, he wasn’t really all that interesting. Maybe if his authorship was played up more? Based on the personality presented, I had a hard time imagining him writing such fanciful stories.
Sam was a little guilty as well of not communicating but with her it was more in response (I felt) to the uncertainty inspired in her by Edge and his nonsense. (A late chapter scene with Edge’s mother gave some insight. She hid her emotions as well. Apple not falling far from tree? Though she was on another level.) We meet Rafe in this book. Though our time with him was short, I found him to be more interesting than Edge. Man, he kept trying to talk some sense into Edge. I look forward to reading his story.
There was some grammar etc. hiccups but nothing I got excited about. This book was a lot steamier than the first two which stayed closed door (my preference). There’s open door intimacy (once); others are closed. But they’ve constantly at it. Guess a lot of time to make up for. No violence. I don’t recall any strong language.
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*There is a scene when Rafe's tells Edge that "You hurt her deeply Edge," referring to Sam. Here's Edge's next thought: (p. 253)
"Edge could do nothing about his visceral satisfaction at those words. Good--because she is destroying me. He wasn't proud of it, but it was there, like a starving hyena, grinning and waiting for its chance at the cascase because it was not strong enough to win its own prey."
There were also were several times when Sam's practically begged Edge to talk to her (i.e. p. 187, 251). Even Rage told him to as well. (p. 254).
His lie (of omission) to her about being the author.
Yeah, so I wasn't happy with Edge a few times.
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