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Scottish Hearts #1
His Rebellious Lass
He wants to marry her off quickly. She says absolutely not.
When the Marquess of Campbell inherits a fiery, red-headed Scottish beauty as his ward, it’s his job to marry her off. No problem. She comes with a fortune. Lady Bridget MacDuff will have suitors falling all over themselves to wed her.
Not so fast. Lady Bridget has plans for that fortune and they involve helping unfortunate women. And she has no intention of helping her devastatingly handsome guardian in his quest to get her off his hands. He doesn’t plan to marry, either. Why should she?
Bridget and Cam are now on opposite sides of a war that neither one plans to lose. Even if Cam’s rakish presence throws Bridget’s heart into turmoil and the marquess can’t deny that his ward sets his heart afire. And then Cam makes a bold proposal...
262 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 8, 2019
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Callie Hutton
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Hi Romance Fans,
My historical romances are full of heat, humor, and quirky characters. I’ve always loved history, which was my college major. Things of the past fascinate me. Not those boring history classes in high school, but the history of people. How they lived their lives, what they ate, what they wore, the challenges they faced, what they worried about.
I have recently delved into Historical Cozy Mysteries. My very first one, For the Love of the Baron, a Historical Romantic Suspense novella, spurred me to try a full length, non-romance focused cozy mystery. A Study in Murder released last year from Crooked Lane Publishing, and the reviews have been excellent. The second book, The Sign of Death, released this year and the next book, The Mystery of Albert E. Finch will release in January of 2022.
I've also been busy keeping up with my Regency/Victorian romances. Check out my latest series, The Rose Room Rogues. Four brothers who own a gambling club and find themselves caught in the net of love.
Watch for my new Highlander series, The Sutherlands of Dornoch. The first book in that series, To Deceive a Highlander, will release March 30th.
Take a look around my website and check out some of the books I write, and their lovely covers. www.calliehutton.com
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April 29, 2021
This was a sweet, light read. Nothing special, but that's okay. Sometimes your just in mood for a simple romance!
Elusive Wife is still my favorite by this author.
Elusive Wife is still my favorite by this author.
December 11, 2025
Too slow, too fast, too boring
The romance crawled on broken legs and dislocated shoulders behind a plot so fast-paced one scene was barely over when the next one was barreling its way through.
It's been 5 minutes. 10 tops. You just entered the room to find her there.
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The romance crawled on broken legs and dislocated shoulders behind a plot so fast-paced one scene was barely over when the next one was barreling its way through.
In the short time he'd known her [...]
It's been 5 minutes. 10 tops. You just entered the room to find her there.
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December 12, 2021
A ginger haired hero but not a prince?
It definitely sounded like a Prince Harry type of hero for sure. The description seemed spot on and it was very different in that regard. They are usually dark haired Adonis' types or blonde gods or anything but ginger. I think I have only read a few that had ginger heroes so it made me notice. I digress though. The story was good. The hero was a good man despite his taking reputation and the heroine was quite sassy. For some reason he is made her Guardian even though She is 21. She wants her inheritance to open a woman's shelter and not marry. He wants her home so they look for a husband for her and if she really tries to get married she will get her house. But if course there are some misadventures on their way. There is one issue that pops up in the book regarding her innocence, or was it lack of innocence, that really annoyed me. The hero was a numbskull as the good Doctor said. But if course all's well that ends well. I really enjoyed this. And it's safe and free in KU.
It definitely sounded like a Prince Harry type of hero for sure. The description seemed spot on and it was very different in that regard. They are usually dark haired Adonis' types or blonde gods or anything but ginger. I think I have only read a few that had ginger heroes so it made me notice. I digress though. The story was good. The hero was a good man despite his taking reputation and the heroine was quite sassy. For some reason he is made her Guardian even though She is 21. She wants her inheritance to open a woman's shelter and not marry. He wants her home so they look for a husband for her and if she really tries to get married she will get her house. But if course there are some misadventures on their way. There is one issue that pops up in the book regarding her innocence, or was it lack of innocence, that really annoyed me. The hero was a numbskull as the good Doctor said. But if course all's well that ends well. I really enjoyed this. And it's safe and free in KU.
July 1, 2019
This was such an entertaining read! Lady Bridget MacDuff has become the ward of Donald, Marquess of Campbell (Cam), which doesn’t please either of them. Bridget is a determined lady who just wants her in hesitance for a special project. Cam just wants to continue with his life as it is, mainly securing votes for his latest Bill in Parliament. Bridget doesn’t like being told what to do, Cam is used to having his orders obeyed and there is an amusing battle of wills between them. There are a number of events in this story, including a house party, an old enemy to contend with and some passionate moments as Cam and Bridget come to terms with their true feelings. This was a good paced story with plenty of action. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
July 10, 2019
Wow, it is my first full length novel read by Mrs Callie Hutton, as I had only read some of her novellas previously.
I just adored it.
Bridget and Cam, short for Campbell have their faults but they are both compassionate and loving characters.
Bridget had not the usual upbringing, she is more a hoyden than a perfect demure lady, she voices her opinions and refuses to fall under the thumb of a man. She has a grand project and plans for her future that does not involve a man.
Why this is war when her assigned guardian decides to marry her off as expediently as possible to wash his hands of her.
None expected the sizzle chemistry which awakens when they are together.
Cam has made the same oath than Bridget, years ago, to never marry as a revenge for his abusive father and for fear to become the same cruel father his has been.
I confess I did not really understood his choice as he is a very kind and caring man always finding a way to help the most vulnerable, supporting charities and parliament bills that will help those in needs.
Because of their own vows to avoid the marriage trap, they spent the whole tale running away from the institution and the other while being drawn to another at the same time.
With their last misunderstanding, I was very angry at Cam for doubting Bridget and not trusting her, I would have liked a bit more groveling on his side as he wounded and blackmailed her to do his bidding.
But it is also good when you react at the protagonists actions, good or bad, it means the author did a great job to bring them alive.
A big fat 5 stars for this wonderful story of understanding and acceptance.
I just adored it.
Bridget and Cam, short for Campbell have their faults but they are both compassionate and loving characters.
Bridget had not the usual upbringing, she is more a hoyden than a perfect demure lady, she voices her opinions and refuses to fall under the thumb of a man. She has a grand project and plans for her future that does not involve a man.
Why this is war when her assigned guardian decides to marry her off as expediently as possible to wash his hands of her.
None expected the sizzle chemistry which awakens when they are together.
Cam has made the same oath than Bridget, years ago, to never marry as a revenge for his abusive father and for fear to become the same cruel father his has been.
I confess I did not really understood his choice as he is a very kind and caring man always finding a way to help the most vulnerable, supporting charities and parliament bills that will help those in needs.
Because of their own vows to avoid the marriage trap, they spent the whole tale running away from the institution and the other while being drawn to another at the same time.
With their last misunderstanding, I was very angry at Cam for doubting Bridget and not trusting her, I would have liked a bit more groveling on his side as he wounded and blackmailed her to do his bidding.
But it is also good when you react at the protagonists actions, good or bad, it means the author did a great job to bring them alive.
A big fat 5 stars for this wonderful story of understanding and acceptance.
March 23, 2019
❤️❤️❤️❤️
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A really wonderful, lighthearted, and engaging story , which I could read again straight away .
Cam finds he has a ward at a most inconvenient time in his life, he wants no more responsibility, definitely not a young chit whose stubborn, outspoken and doesn’t want to marry , which is his sole goal as far as she’s concerned.
Bridget knows her own mind and intends to get exactly what she wants , Cam is the stubborn one from what she can tell , and no man is going to tell her to marry , or give up her dreams for that matter .
Will the two ever come to an understanding?
Loved this book by Callie Hutton, she’s an excellent writer.
I received an Arc of this book and chose to post this review
💋💋
A really wonderful, lighthearted, and engaging story , which I could read again straight away .
Cam finds he has a ward at a most inconvenient time in his life, he wants no more responsibility, definitely not a young chit whose stubborn, outspoken and doesn’t want to marry , which is his sole goal as far as she’s concerned.
Bridget knows her own mind and intends to get exactly what she wants , Cam is the stubborn one from what she can tell , and no man is going to tell her to marry , or give up her dreams for that matter .
Will the two ever come to an understanding?
Loved this book by Callie Hutton, she’s an excellent writer.
I received an Arc of this book and chose to post this review
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March 25, 2022Review also published by The Smut Report.
Heat Factor: There is sex.
Character Chemistry: Please, tell me again how you don’t want to be attracted to each other.
Plot: Let’s put everything we can into one story.
Overall: Slather it on with a spatula. The big sort for icing sheet cakes.
I’m not sure if this was a hate to love story or a bad guy rescue story or a ruination story or a feminist crusader story. It was trying a little bit to be all the stories. By the time I got to the end, I was thinking, “WHERE DID THIS NEW THING EVEN COME FROM?” My head was already spinning from all of the other conflicts. Why add one more? But also why was I surprised?
Lady Bridget is a lively Scottish lady on a mission. Her crusade? To create a refuge for abused women. Her problem? Even though she’s 21, her father made her the ward of the Marquess of Campbell, so she can’t access her fortune until she’s 23. The Marquess, whose name is Donald, but who is referred to as “Cam” for the entirety of the story, is an active member of Parliament as well as an autocratic rake who refuses ever to marry because he had a difficult childhood.
Short story: She wants nothing to do with men who by virtue of the law own women, and he wants everything to do with women except marriage. A reasonable storyline for a late-Georgian/Regency romance. The result was heavy-handed and a little bit too much. Of everything.
The romance: Hate to love.
Cam doesn’t even know he has a ward when he walks into his library and Bridget starts attacking him. She’s already decided he’s an insufferable, repugnant man, even though she doesn’t know him at all and she doesn’t know how he feels about her being his ward. Seems like a sensible approach to her desire to break the guardianship and gain independence by behaving like a rude, spoiled brat. Definitely an approach one should consider when placed in that situation. People usually like being insulted by strangers and are generally amenable to considering said strangers’ requests subsequent to all the insults.
Other than Bridget’s conviction, there is really no evidence of raking or other unsavory behavior on Cam’s part. He does decide to be autocratic about marrying her off so he can abdicate responsibility for her, but other than that, he’s pretty reasonable. (Until that last conflict mentioned above that’s just…what.) He’s a member of Parliament. House of Lords, yes, but he still has to negotiate with other peers to pass legislation, so he can’t have a particularly unsavory reputation or he wouldn’t be able to get anything done. And the legislation he’s trying to pass? Support for soldiers and their families. Sounds like a really ugly customer. I’d steer clear of this one.
Hate to love can work. I think it’s a difficult connection to make believable, though. We are introduced to the idea that Bridget and Cam’s story is hate to love not because of the protagonists gradually warming to each other, understanding each other. No indeed! It is because we are categorically informed that they have frissons and electrical connections. Also that Cam is inexplicably and unreasonably jealous of imaginary husbands. Repeatedly. Do remind me at least once a chapter how much you don’t want to be attracted to each other but are anyway. I might start to believe you.
The feminist crusade: Young woman on a mission who doesn’t fit the cultural mold.
The notion of tackling the legal status of women in early to mid 19th century Britain is a good one. This period is extraordinarily popular among both readers and writers, comprising the vast majority of historical literature in the genre. We romanticize the period. Certainly I do. It’s delightful fantasy and escapism in so many ways. Have you ever heard a fellow reader say, “I was born 200 years too late!” I have. But in context, we probably really, really don’t actually want to live in this period, and legal status of women is simply one reason why.
Bridget is inspired to open a shelter for women because her friend died at the hands of an abusive husband. She had no legal status of her own as his wife, and culturally during this period victims were blamed rather than abusers (shocking, I know). Reminding the reader of this fact and also drawing some parallels to the modern day struggle is meaningful.
This book runs headlong into some frustrating stereotypes. This book is set in 1818. There is no escaping certain historical realities about this period, and yet a very popular approach to “feminist” heroines is to make them both anachronistic and wholly devoid of “feminine” traits. Bridget, for example, prefers Scotch whiskey to tea, shooting to embroidery and ladies’ gossip, and so on. She doesn’t even know how to ride side-saddle even though she would have started to learn to ride at an age when she wouldn’t have been able to make the decision to ride astride for herself. And of course she rides astride in breeches. Women can like different things, have different interests and tastes. Of course they can. We do. But presenting “feminist” women as if they must reject dresses, corsets, stitchery, the company of other women and tea (everyone drinks tea!) is catering to a certain stereotype of what feminism looks like.
But that’s not the only pitfall. Bridget wants to open this shelter, but she is presented as running into the project in a childish, headstrong, and ill-considered way. There are so many times that Cam questions Bridget about her project and she’s like, “I didn’t think of that,” or “I’m not good at accounting…I’ve been so busy thinking about furniture.” Basically, Bridget’s heart is in the right place, but she can’t actually do anything on her own because she’s not thinking things through. Bless her heart. At one point Cam thinks to himself that it’s such a bummer he keeps bursting her balloon by asking her questions about logistics regarding her shelter, but she really needs to understand the complexity of the problem she wants to solve. Cam just needs to bite his tongue and let her reach the right conclusions on her own, in her own time. Barf.
Oh also, before I leave this section: Cam refers to marriage as the “parson’s noose,” which is a repellent, androcentric stereotype, but which also makes sense in the context of his aversion to marriage. I guess. He has very specific reasons for his aversion, so a general aversion isn’t necessarily out of character. But then later we are in Bridget’s head and Bridget is thinking that it’s amazing Cam has avoided the parson’s noose for so long. This indicates that it’s not only Cam’s opinion of marriage, but that it is a universal view of marriage. Marriage is a trap. But only a trap for men. That’s a super healthy view of marriage.
The writing: So. Much. Wat.
Here we suffer from a case of spell-it-out-for-me. Hutton attempts to do a lot in this book, and probably it’s a little too much, but it could have been done well if we (the readers) were nudged to conclusions rather than having conclusions layered onto our minds, dollop after dollop. A hint of a frisson, a fleeting wonder, a little puzzlement, an arrested gaze. Instead we have those completely out of the blue jolts of electricity and inexplicable jealousies. We are informed that the protagonists’ thoughts are so often centered on each other. Cam’s masculinity is projected by his (supposed) rake status, his time at Gentleman Jackson’s, his aggressive desire (although not really penchant) to use his fists to “protect Bridget’s honor,” his refusal to submit to the parson’s noose, his jealousy over Bridget’s interactions with other men, etc. Bridget’s feminism and independence are projected by her refusal to engage in feminine pursuits/desire to engage in masculine pursuits, her refusal to meet men or prospective suitors, her irritability about almost everything Cam says, her refusal to marry in the face of ruin, etc.
Aside from the heavy-handed and sometimes repetitive explanations of everything, there’s a lot of other just — Wha?
1. Bridget’s father died two weeks before the book starts…but she’s attending social functions…in colors.
2. Bridget attends events with Cam…without a chaperone…even though she has her own chaperone and is also living with Cam’s sister.
3. Cam’s sister and brother-in-law leave for the country…without Bridget…even though she’s been staying at their house with them for the sake of her reputation.
4. Cam is Bridget’s guardian…marrying her while she’s his ward would be dishonorable.
5. Bridget expects to solicit money for her shelter…but doesn’t care tuppence for her reputation…how does she expect to get donations?
If you can get over all of that, this book is for you.
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. We disclose this in accordance with 16 CFR §255.
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Heat Factor: There is sex.
Character Chemistry: Please, tell me again how you don’t want to be attracted to each other.
Plot: Let’s put everything we can into one story.
Overall: Slather it on with a spatula. The big sort for icing sheet cakes.
I’m not sure if this was a hate to love story or a bad guy rescue story or a ruination story or a feminist crusader story. It was trying a little bit to be all the stories. By the time I got to the end, I was thinking, “WHERE DID THIS NEW THING EVEN COME FROM?” My head was already spinning from all of the other conflicts. Why add one more? But also why was I surprised?
Lady Bridget is a lively Scottish lady on a mission. Her crusade? To create a refuge for abused women. Her problem? Even though she’s 21, her father made her the ward of the Marquess of Campbell, so she can’t access her fortune until she’s 23. The Marquess, whose name is Donald, but who is referred to as “Cam” for the entirety of the story, is an active member of Parliament as well as an autocratic rake who refuses ever to marry because he had a difficult childhood.
Short story: She wants nothing to do with men who by virtue of the law own women, and he wants everything to do with women except marriage. A reasonable storyline for a late-Georgian/Regency romance. The result was heavy-handed and a little bit too much. Of everything.
The romance: Hate to love.
Cam doesn’t even know he has a ward when he walks into his library and Bridget starts attacking him. She’s already decided he’s an insufferable, repugnant man, even though she doesn’t know him at all and she doesn’t know how he feels about her being his ward. Seems like a sensible approach to her desire to break the guardianship and gain independence by behaving like a rude, spoiled brat. Definitely an approach one should consider when placed in that situation. People usually like being insulted by strangers and are generally amenable to considering said strangers’ requests subsequent to all the insults.
Other than Bridget’s conviction, there is really no evidence of raking or other unsavory behavior on Cam’s part. He does decide to be autocratic about marrying her off so he can abdicate responsibility for her, but other than that, he’s pretty reasonable. (Until that last conflict mentioned above that’s just…what.) He’s a member of Parliament. House of Lords, yes, but he still has to negotiate with other peers to pass legislation, so he can’t have a particularly unsavory reputation or he wouldn’t be able to get anything done. And the legislation he’s trying to pass? Support for soldiers and their families. Sounds like a really ugly customer. I’d steer clear of this one.
Hate to love can work. I think it’s a difficult connection to make believable, though. We are introduced to the idea that Bridget and Cam’s story is hate to love not because of the protagonists gradually warming to each other, understanding each other. No indeed! It is because we are categorically informed that they have frissons and electrical connections. Also that Cam is inexplicably and unreasonably jealous of imaginary husbands. Repeatedly. Do remind me at least once a chapter how much you don’t want to be attracted to each other but are anyway. I might start to believe you.
The feminist crusade: Young woman on a mission who doesn’t fit the cultural mold.
The notion of tackling the legal status of women in early to mid 19th century Britain is a good one. This period is extraordinarily popular among both readers and writers, comprising the vast majority of historical literature in the genre. We romanticize the period. Certainly I do. It’s delightful fantasy and escapism in so many ways. Have you ever heard a fellow reader say, “I was born 200 years too late!” I have. But in context, we probably really, really don’t actually want to live in this period, and legal status of women is simply one reason why.
Bridget is inspired to open a shelter for women because her friend died at the hands of an abusive husband. She had no legal status of her own as his wife, and culturally during this period victims were blamed rather than abusers (shocking, I know). Reminding the reader of this fact and also drawing some parallels to the modern day struggle is meaningful.
This book runs headlong into some frustrating stereotypes. This book is set in 1818. There is no escaping certain historical realities about this period, and yet a very popular approach to “feminist” heroines is to make them both anachronistic and wholly devoid of “feminine” traits. Bridget, for example, prefers Scotch whiskey to tea, shooting to embroidery and ladies’ gossip, and so on. She doesn’t even know how to ride side-saddle even though she would have started to learn to ride at an age when she wouldn’t have been able to make the decision to ride astride for herself. And of course she rides astride in breeches. Women can like different things, have different interests and tastes. Of course they can. We do. But presenting “feminist” women as if they must reject dresses, corsets, stitchery, the company of other women and tea (everyone drinks tea!) is catering to a certain stereotype of what feminism looks like.
But that’s not the only pitfall. Bridget wants to open this shelter, but she is presented as running into the project in a childish, headstrong, and ill-considered way. There are so many times that Cam questions Bridget about her project and she’s like, “I didn’t think of that,” or “I’m not good at accounting…I’ve been so busy thinking about furniture.” Basically, Bridget’s heart is in the right place, but she can’t actually do anything on her own because she’s not thinking things through. Bless her heart. At one point Cam thinks to himself that it’s such a bummer he keeps bursting her balloon by asking her questions about logistics regarding her shelter, but she really needs to understand the complexity of the problem she wants to solve. Cam just needs to bite his tongue and let her reach the right conclusions on her own, in her own time. Barf.
Oh also, before I leave this section: Cam refers to marriage as the “parson’s noose,” which is a repellent, androcentric stereotype, but which also makes sense in the context of his aversion to marriage. I guess. He has very specific reasons for his aversion, so a general aversion isn’t necessarily out of character. But then later we are in Bridget’s head and Bridget is thinking that it’s amazing Cam has avoided the parson’s noose for so long. This indicates that it’s not only Cam’s opinion of marriage, but that it is a universal view of marriage. Marriage is a trap. But only a trap for men. That’s a super healthy view of marriage.
The writing: So. Much. Wat.
Here we suffer from a case of spell-it-out-for-me. Hutton attempts to do a lot in this book, and probably it’s a little too much, but it could have been done well if we (the readers) were nudged to conclusions rather than having conclusions layered onto our minds, dollop after dollop. A hint of a frisson, a fleeting wonder, a little puzzlement, an arrested gaze. Instead we have those completely out of the blue jolts of electricity and inexplicable jealousies. We are informed that the protagonists’ thoughts are so often centered on each other. Cam’s masculinity is projected by his (supposed) rake status, his time at Gentleman Jackson’s, his aggressive desire (although not really penchant) to use his fists to “protect Bridget’s honor,” his refusal to submit to the parson’s noose, his jealousy over Bridget’s interactions with other men, etc. Bridget’s feminism and independence are projected by her refusal to engage in feminine pursuits/desire to engage in masculine pursuits, her refusal to meet men or prospective suitors, her irritability about almost everything Cam says, her refusal to marry in the face of ruin, etc.
Aside from the heavy-handed and sometimes repetitive explanations of everything, there’s a lot of other just — Wha?
1. Bridget’s father died two weeks before the book starts…but she’s attending social functions…in colors.
2. Bridget attends events with Cam…without a chaperone…even though she has her own chaperone and is also living with Cam’s sister.
3. Cam’s sister and brother-in-law leave for the country…without Bridget…even though she’s been staying at their house with them for the sake of her reputation.
4. Cam is Bridget’s guardian…marrying her while she’s his ward would be dishonorable.
5. Bridget expects to solicit money for her shelter…but doesn’t care tuppence for her reputation…how does she expect to get donations?
If you can get over all of that, this book is for you.
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. We disclose this in accordance with 16 CFR §255.
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April 22, 2019
Lady Bridget MacDuff wants to open a house for abused women but to do it, she has to wait till she inherits her fortune. Marquess of Campbell inherits Bridget, she became his ward. He wants to marry her off asap to be rid of her. Do I have to say more? She is a red haired Scottish beauty and he is a handsome Marquess ...
Loved it!
Loved it!
July 5, 2019
When the Marquis of Campbell is called to his northern estate the last thing he thought he’d been summoned for was a ward - a fiery, red-headed Scottish beauty. Solution marry her off quickly afterall she's well dowered & also attractive so the London bucks will be falling over themselves to wed Lady Bridget MacDuff.
However Lady Bridget has plans for that fortune and they involve helping unfortunate women. She has no plans to marry.
Bridget and Cam are now on opposite sides of a war that neither one plans to lose. Even if Cam’s rakish presence throws Bridget’s heart into turmoil and the marquis can’t deny that his ward sets his heart afire.
A fun entertaining read that held my interest from start to finish, well written with very likeable characters. Cam & Bridget were attracted to each other but both determined not to marry so fought their feelings & each other at every meeting. I loved the way they danced around each other & both had certainly met their match. There were misunderstandings along the way which as times threatened to derail their budding romance but which all added to my enjoyment of this captivating read
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
However Lady Bridget has plans for that fortune and they involve helping unfortunate women. She has no plans to marry.
Bridget and Cam are now on opposite sides of a war that neither one plans to lose. Even if Cam’s rakish presence throws Bridget’s heart into turmoil and the marquis can’t deny that his ward sets his heart afire.
A fun entertaining read that held my interest from start to finish, well written with very likeable characters. Cam & Bridget were attracted to each other but both determined not to marry so fought their feelings & each other at every meeting. I loved the way they danced around each other & both had certainly met their match. There were misunderstandings along the way which as times threatened to derail their budding romance but which all added to my enjoyment of this captivating read
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
July 8, 2019
He wants to marry her off quickly. She says absolutely not.
When the Marquess of Campbell inherits a fiery, red-headed Scottish beauty as his ward, it’s his job to marry her off. No problem.
This Callie Hutton book is all I have come to expect from this author.
There is a bit of intriguing story and unexpected love.
This book gets 4 of 5 stars for storyline and characterization.
As always I look forward to more from this author.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book to read. This in no way affected my opinion of this title which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
When the Marquess of Campbell inherits a fiery, red-headed Scottish beauty as his ward, it’s his job to marry her off. No problem.
This Callie Hutton book is all I have come to expect from this author.
There is a bit of intriguing story and unexpected love.
This book gets 4 of 5 stars for storyline and characterization.
As always I look forward to more from this author.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book to read. This in no way affected my opinion of this title which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
June 26, 2019
Rating: 3.5 stars
Bridget, the heroine, is determined to make the world a better place by helping one abused woman at a time. In fact, her selfless dream of running a home to do just that had me loving her character from the get go. She had spunk, feistiness, and wasn’t about to let anything stand in her way, including the unexpected glitch in her deceased daddy’s will. She finds herself dumped onto the doorstep of a handsome, never plans to marry, rake reputation guardian. Unfortunately for her, his job is to find her a husband. With a “what’s good for the gander is good for the goose” undertone, Bridget hopes to derail that plan long enough to escape the marital hangman’s noose until she is old enough not to have to answer to anyone.
After a lot of expected back and forth bickering/banter, Cam, of course, eventually starts to fall for Bridget and vice versa. That is always my favorite part, folks. I love the push and pull of fighting attraction between meant to be together lovebirds.
If you are looking for a rich, reluctant, gorgeous guardian who falls for his almost old enough to be completely on her own ward but fights it until nearly the end, you might want to check into this romantic read. Just expect to see only proper English manners and dialect, and not Scottish brogue. I really didn’t sense much of a Scottish vibe at all. Upfront, we are told why Bridget actually doesn’t come across overly Scottish.
I mostly stayed in tune with this tale, but there were parts, especially after midway, that started to ramble so I found myself skimming until things picked back up. I’m still scratching my head over Bridget putting herself in a dangerous situation with a suspected murderer. It kind of felt like she answered the door and let him in despite seeing him in a scary hockey mask and yielding a large, bloody knife. Of course, that is not how it played out, but it showed a complete lack of common sense that astounded me.
I would not have found it amiss, however, if she had inflicted bodily harm on Cam for the rash, hurtful accusations and conclusion he jumped to when they were first intimate. That also was unexpected and uncalled for. At least it resulted in groveling and regret.
I haven’t a clue who the main couple will be in book 2. Here’s to hoping this review has been helpful in some way so you can decide if this book is a good fit for you.
Romance Safety Gang:
Title: His Rebellious Lass, Scottish Hearts (Book 1), Author: Callie Hutton, Pages: 280, stand-alone but part of a series, determined to help abused women, steamy scenes late in the book, back and forth bickering/banter, both reluctant to marry, virgin heroine, former rake reputation hero.
(I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not given any payment or compensation for this review. There is no affiliation or relationship between this reviewer and the author/publisher/NetGalley)
Bridget, the heroine, is determined to make the world a better place by helping one abused woman at a time. In fact, her selfless dream of running a home to do just that had me loving her character from the get go. She had spunk, feistiness, and wasn’t about to let anything stand in her way, including the unexpected glitch in her deceased daddy’s will. She finds herself dumped onto the doorstep of a handsome, never plans to marry, rake reputation guardian. Unfortunately for her, his job is to find her a husband. With a “what’s good for the gander is good for the goose” undertone, Bridget hopes to derail that plan long enough to escape the marital hangman’s noose until she is old enough not to have to answer to anyone.
After a lot of expected back and forth bickering/banter, Cam, of course, eventually starts to fall for Bridget and vice versa. That is always my favorite part, folks. I love the push and pull of fighting attraction between meant to be together lovebirds.
If you are looking for a rich, reluctant, gorgeous guardian who falls for his almost old enough to be completely on her own ward but fights it until nearly the end, you might want to check into this romantic read. Just expect to see only proper English manners and dialect, and not Scottish brogue. I really didn’t sense much of a Scottish vibe at all. Upfront, we are told why Bridget actually doesn’t come across overly Scottish.
I mostly stayed in tune with this tale, but there were parts, especially after midway, that started to ramble so I found myself skimming until things picked back up. I’m still scratching my head over Bridget putting herself in a dangerous situation with a suspected murderer. It kind of felt like she answered the door and let him in despite seeing him in a scary hockey mask and yielding a large, bloody knife. Of course, that is not how it played out, but it showed a complete lack of common sense that astounded me.
I would not have found it amiss, however, if she had inflicted bodily harm on Cam for the rash, hurtful accusations and conclusion he jumped to when they were first intimate. That also was unexpected and uncalled for. At least it resulted in groveling and regret.
I haven’t a clue who the main couple will be in book 2. Here’s to hoping this review has been helpful in some way so you can decide if this book is a good fit for you.
Romance Safety Gang:
Title: His Rebellious Lass, Scottish Hearts (Book 1), Author: Callie Hutton, Pages: 280, stand-alone but part of a series, determined to help abused women, steamy scenes late in the book, back and forth bickering/banter, both reluctant to marry, virgin heroine, former rake reputation hero.
(I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not given any payment or compensation for this review. There is no affiliation or relationship between this reviewer and the author/publisher/NetGalley)
April 10, 2019
His Rebellious Lass by Callie Hutton
Donald, The Marquess of Campbell, is sent to his estate to pickup a package. The package being his new ward. He wants to get back to his life and sets up to marry her off the first chance he gets.
Lady Bridget wants nothing to do with marriage and wants to build a safe house for battered women. She has a problem, she is 21 and has to wait until she's 23 to get her money.
I really enjoyed this story. Callie Hutton does a marvelous job bringing our couple to HEA. This story may be triggering for some people but I think it's a brilliant story and I would certainly recommend it.
Thanks to NetGalley and publisher for a chance to read. My review is voluntarily given.
Donald, The Marquess of Campbell, is sent to his estate to pickup a package. The package being his new ward. He wants to get back to his life and sets up to marry her off the first chance he gets.
Lady Bridget wants nothing to do with marriage and wants to build a safe house for battered women. She has a problem, she is 21 and has to wait until she's 23 to get her money.
I really enjoyed this story. Callie Hutton does a marvelous job bringing our couple to HEA. This story may be triggering for some people but I think it's a brilliant story and I would certainly recommend it.
Thanks to NetGalley and publisher for a chance to read. My review is voluntarily given.
July 12, 2020
The chemistry between Cam and Bridget is palpable from the beginning and their interactions only get hotter. Just when you think you know where the story is going it takes a turn, followed by another twist and another. A romance that will keep you entertained and intrigued to the end.
June 28, 2019
His Rebellious Lass is book one in Callie Hutton’s Scottish Hearts series. I adored this book. It has some truly wonderful moments. I found myself laughing out loud all through it. Lady Bridget MacDuff is a fiery Scottish lass who must marry in order to access her inheritance or wait two years to obtain it. The Marquess of Campbell is horrified to discover that he has been made legal guardian to Bridget. Over the weeks they spend together, he finds himself attracted to her. But both have vowed to never marry. I loved the bickering humorous banter between the two of them. Hutton has outdone herself with this story. I was gifted a copy of the book.
November 2, 2021
Short story that sets the stage of the series as Callie Hutton’s exceptional writing style draws you into her Scottish back drop. Worth the read.
March 13, 2019
After suffering under his tyrannical and abusive father, Donald, the Marquess of Campbell has decided the best way for him to avoid turning out like him is to never marry and never have children. Cam is happy devoting himself to his duties in Parliament so when he's called back to his estate near the Scottish border to retrieve his new ward, his first thought is to marry her off as soon as possible so he can proceed to go about his business. With her beauty and large fortune, it should be a piece of cake.
Lady Bridget MacDuff is furious at having a guardian. She is eager to be rid of him and chastises herself for noticing how handsome he is. She just wants the fortune she's not set to inherit for another 18 months; she has time sensitive plans to use it to open a home for abused women. She certainly has no plans to ever marry herself.
Cam doesn't have the same satisfied feeling he usually does upon returning to his life in London, likely because his three best friends have all married now. But he knows he's not marriage material, no matter how possessive he's growing to feel about Bridget. He needs to get her settled so he offers her a compromise: he'll help her set up her women's home if she'll seriously consider the men she's meeting for marriage. She agrees, surprised to find in Cam a supporter of her efforts to help abused women, though not as surprised as Cam is by his own reaction to seeing other men drooling over Bridget.
These two have an immediate spark but do get to know each other before falling in love with a bit of a dramatic conclusion. Cam was very unlikable for me at first with his high-handedness and assumptions about women and every time he redeemed himself by proving to be sweet and caring, he'd go on to do something else that reminded me of why I didn't like him. He proved himself to be rather a hypocrite near the end and he messed things up so royally it looked like a truly happy ending wasn't possible. Luckily for him, Bridget was much more forgiving that I would've been and Cam realized he was being an idiot in time to fix it. I enjoyed this read overall, but definitely not one of my favorite heroes.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Lady Bridget MacDuff is furious at having a guardian. She is eager to be rid of him and chastises herself for noticing how handsome he is. She just wants the fortune she's not set to inherit for another 18 months; she has time sensitive plans to use it to open a home for abused women. She certainly has no plans to ever marry herself.
Cam doesn't have the same satisfied feeling he usually does upon returning to his life in London, likely because his three best friends have all married now. But he knows he's not marriage material, no matter how possessive he's growing to feel about Bridget. He needs to get her settled so he offers her a compromise: he'll help her set up her women's home if she'll seriously consider the men she's meeting for marriage. She agrees, surprised to find in Cam a supporter of her efforts to help abused women, though not as surprised as Cam is by his own reaction to seeing other men drooling over Bridget.
These two have an immediate spark but do get to know each other before falling in love with a bit of a dramatic conclusion. Cam was very unlikable for me at first with his high-handedness and assumptions about women and every time he redeemed himself by proving to be sweet and caring, he'd go on to do something else that reminded me of why I didn't like him. He proved himself to be rather a hypocrite near the end and he messed things up so royally it looked like a truly happy ending wasn't possible. Luckily for him, Bridget was much more forgiving that I would've been and Cam realized he was being an idiot in time to fix it. I enjoyed this read overall, but definitely not one of my favorite heroes.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
April 7, 2019
It’s been a hot minute since I’ve read historical romance. Honestly, this was the book to get back into the genre with. I loved historical romance long before Outlander ruled both our nightstands and out TVs. It was one of the first romance books I had ever read and they were tame enough that I didn’t have to hide them too much from my classmates or dad.
That being said, this one was definitely different from the ones I read when I was younger.
Bridget, to begin with was much more stubborn and hardheaded than previous heroines. But that made me love her more. I adored and empathized with Bridget. The tenacity and wherewithal to do what she wants despite several people telling her no was soo admirable.
Her way of thinking was definitely different than her peers but she wasn’t about to let that deter her. Bridget was super strong in her beliefs and wasn’t about to let a man dictate her life, like a lot of men would do at that time. While plenty of women had businesses and were general bad-butts, they weren’t exactly exalted because of that.
Bridget didn’t let that stop her at all. And Cam was super cute.
He wasn’t about to let her get married to any old guy. And the more the book progressed, the more cutesy nicknames he called her, the more he fell in love with her, the more I wholeheartedly shipped.
Cam wanted Bridget to get what she had been working towards. He wanted to make her dreams come true. He wanted to help them come true. Not necessarily do it himself. And that is an admirable quality indeed.
On the whole the book was an extremely quick read. And that worked in it’s favor. Oftentimes, a lot of these historical romances focus on mundane things, as a way to let the readers know about the “typical day in Victorian London” but all that does is drag the story. Callie Hutton didn’t do that at all. With the practically perfect blend of mundane and excitement, she delivered a story that was enjoyable and sweet. Without needing to go to the dentist to have my cavities taken care of afterward.
That being said, this one was definitely different from the ones I read when I was younger.
Bridget, to begin with was much more stubborn and hardheaded than previous heroines. But that made me love her more. I adored and empathized with Bridget. The tenacity and wherewithal to do what she wants despite several people telling her no was soo admirable.
Her way of thinking was definitely different than her peers but she wasn’t about to let that deter her. Bridget was super strong in her beliefs and wasn’t about to let a man dictate her life, like a lot of men would do at that time. While plenty of women had businesses and were general bad-butts, they weren’t exactly exalted because of that.
Bridget didn’t let that stop her at all. And Cam was super cute.
He wasn’t about to let her get married to any old guy. And the more the book progressed, the more cutesy nicknames he called her, the more he fell in love with her, the more I wholeheartedly shipped.
Cam wanted Bridget to get what she had been working towards. He wanted to make her dreams come true. He wanted to help them come true. Not necessarily do it himself. And that is an admirable quality indeed.
On the whole the book was an extremely quick read. And that worked in it’s favor. Oftentimes, a lot of these historical romances focus on mundane things, as a way to let the readers know about the “typical day in Victorian London” but all that does is drag the story. Callie Hutton didn’t do that at all. With the practically perfect blend of mundane and excitement, she delivered a story that was enjoyable and sweet. Without needing to go to the dentist to have my cavities taken care of afterward.
July 20, 2019
A delightful and funny story with a fiery Scottish Lass. Bridgid has the temper to match her fiery red hair. She is determined to chart her own course. Cam is not amused at gaining a ward. He is used to all his commands being obeyed. This series has been very well written. The characters have been crafted well and the plots solidly designed. The couples have all been great citizens fighting to change society for the better. It has been done with with some drama and some fun. Cam was always my favorite character because of all he suffered as a child and it was great to see him get a beautiful happy ending.
March 30, 2019
I had the pleasure of reading an advance copy of His Rebellious Lass by Callie Hutton. I have to say that it was one of those books that I started and finished in the same day and I regret absolutely nothing. It is the first book in her new Scottish Hearts series! The nutshell of it is Lady Bridget MacDuff's father passes away with an outdated will of roughly 10 years in effect thusly making her the ward of Parliament star the Marquess of Campbell. Campbell, or rather Cam, is a self proclaimed bachelor and rake who has a very high success rate of marrying off his sisters, so feels sure that his newly minted ward will be no challenge, quickly putting him back on the path to his normal life. Lady Bridget, who is a bit more mature at 21, has completely different ideas. Within the boundaries of her fathers will, if she doesn't marry by 23 his fortune will be released to her. She has big plans for that money and zero desires to allow a man to derail it. Well, maybe no plans. Cam is definitely not your average rake. Things I loved about it: it was just a good story with good characters. I genuinely liked both Bridget and Cam and their back stories simply strengthened their appeal. Their strengths and weaknesses were so endearing that you cant help but be invested in their happiness. It was a good moving plot with some suspense, sexual tension and the good old good vs evil mantra. Things I wished were a little different was just a tad bit resolution on the end but I won't go into that and spoil anything in the book. Sometimes the pace washed over some of the action and adventure. All in all though, I was really happy with in it. I will definitely read Callie Hutton again and will be on the look out for her next installment.
March 14, 2019
Donald, the Marquess of Campbell, receives a letter to go to one of his estates immediately. Unhappy with having to leave London, he journeys to Scotland and discovers his problem is a woman, who is also now his ward. Lady Bridget MacDuff is not happy about having a man being her guardian. She has a wealthy dowry and plans to use it to open a women's home for those who have been abused. She is very passionate about this and has intentions of marrying any man. Cam wants to marry Bridget off ASAP. Cam and Bridget go head to head on many issues. Once a woman marries, her husband owns her, which is something Bridget does not want. Cam has a father who was terrible to him and has no plans of marriage, in part to spite his father but also believes he would be like his father. Cam has an arrogant attitude and is high-handed, making assumptions based in what society perceives as how woman are expected to be. Bridget enjoys things men do, which causes some conflict with Cam, since she is not your typical English woman. Bridget agrees to try and find a husband if Cam helps her with finding a house for her project. Of course, Bridget has no intention of marrying, since every man she meets would not accept her for who she is or try to control her. When circumstances force them together, it causes much tension between them, since both are stubborn. To overcome it, they must put aside preconceived notions about the opposite sex so they can accept they other as they are.
May 9, 2019
Thank you to Net Galley for providing this book to me in exchange for an honest review.
This book is about a woman named Lady Bridget who becomes the Ward of Lord Campbell at the time of her father’s death. She has no intention to marry in order to inherit her fortune, and Cam has no intention of keeping her as his ward longer than necessary to secure her a husband.
I didn’t enjoy this book. I found Bridget to be foolish, and stubborn. I think the author was trying to portray a strong-willed Scottish feminist yet she came off as bratty, foolish, spiteful and just unlikeable. Cam initially came off as a jerk that saw women as property. I did start to like Cam as the book went on, because he seemed to genuinely be a nice guy but not enough to recommend this book.
I wish the story had more background. I felt like Cam was basically ambushed by her initially before he even realized that he had a ward. And I feel as though an educated Lady of the ton wouldn’t automatically be so abrasive upon a first meeting.
I did like the idea of a women's home for battered women and enlisting the help of her guardian, but even so, she had this dream but didn’t seem to have thought it through.
The characters seemed to have good chemistry as ward/guardian and budding friendship but as a romantic relationship it fell kind of flat to me.
This book is about a woman named Lady Bridget who becomes the Ward of Lord Campbell at the time of her father’s death. She has no intention to marry in order to inherit her fortune, and Cam has no intention of keeping her as his ward longer than necessary to secure her a husband.
I didn’t enjoy this book. I found Bridget to be foolish, and stubborn. I think the author was trying to portray a strong-willed Scottish feminist yet she came off as bratty, foolish, spiteful and just unlikeable. Cam initially came off as a jerk that saw women as property. I did start to like Cam as the book went on, because he seemed to genuinely be a nice guy but not enough to recommend this book.
I wish the story had more background. I felt like Cam was basically ambushed by her initially before he even realized that he had a ward. And I feel as though an educated Lady of the ton wouldn’t automatically be so abrasive upon a first meeting.
I did like the idea of a women's home for battered women and enlisting the help of her guardian, but even so, she had this dream but didn’t seem to have thought it through.
The characters seemed to have good chemistry as ward/guardian and budding friendship but as a romantic relationship it fell kind of flat to me.
March 24, 2019
The best thing about this book is the understanding of domestic abuse. It's about Bridgit who wants to spend her inheritance helping women who have been abused by their husbands in Regency England. But Bridgit’s fate is managed by her guardian, Cam, who has sworn to never marry to avoid repeating the mistakes of his brutal father.
This aspect of the book has a lot of heart, but somehow this relationship between the central characters is a little arid. For me they did not come to life like the wonderful characters in some of her other books. Then there are half evolved lesser characters. The dozy chaperone who is not up to the job. The panicking woman who pushes her baby girl into Bridgit’s arms begging for her child’s life. These promising subplots are never really developed.
I love Callie Hutton when she is witty. She has produced some hilarious novels such as ‘The Elusive Wife’ and ‘Seducing the Marquess’. I highly recommend these novels for anyone looking for a few laughs in between sizzling romantic scenes. But ‘His Rebellious Lass’ is more sombre. Everything that Callie Hutton writes is truly enjoyable. But I would have to rank this novel as in the bottom 50% of her books .
This aspect of the book has a lot of heart, but somehow this relationship between the central characters is a little arid. For me they did not come to life like the wonderful characters in some of her other books. Then there are half evolved lesser characters. The dozy chaperone who is not up to the job. The panicking woman who pushes her baby girl into Bridgit’s arms begging for her child’s life. These promising subplots are never really developed.
I love Callie Hutton when she is witty. She has produced some hilarious novels such as ‘The Elusive Wife’ and ‘Seducing the Marquess’. I highly recommend these novels for anyone looking for a few laughs in between sizzling romantic scenes. But ‘His Rebellious Lass’ is more sombre. Everything that Callie Hutton writes is truly enjoyable. But I would have to rank this novel as in the bottom 50% of her books .
April 1, 2019
A truly romantic marriage of convenience story.
These two are absolutely determined to avoid ever getting married, but they hadn't counted on the mercenary nature of one certain man, nor the undeniable attraction they each would feel for each other that flares to life when that certain man forces their hand. Cam and Bridget are both strong-willed, independent individuals who are, nonetheless, at the mercy of society's expectations and standards.
I loved the way these two wrestled with their unexpected feelings, and what it meant for their own life's plans. They really are delightful together, perfectly complementary, a union that makes each one so much better than they are alone. It was a captivating story, filled with wit and plenty of steam. Their HEA was so satisfying, even if it was a little over-the-top with the unexpected but prescient letter. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
These two are absolutely determined to avoid ever getting married, but they hadn't counted on the mercenary nature of one certain man, nor the undeniable attraction they each would feel for each other that flares to life when that certain man forces their hand. Cam and Bridget are both strong-willed, independent individuals who are, nonetheless, at the mercy of society's expectations and standards.
I loved the way these two wrestled with their unexpected feelings, and what it meant for their own life's plans. They really are delightful together, perfectly complementary, a union that makes each one so much better than they are alone. It was a captivating story, filled with wit and plenty of steam. Their HEA was so satisfying, even if it was a little over-the-top with the unexpected but prescient letter. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
May 15, 2019
I’ve always liked this author, and enjoyed this one as well. It’s the story of a Scots girl fighting to have her family’s land and title restored, though it’s presently in the possession of a Duke. Her grandfather had been reported dead, for his protection, after Culloden. I really enjoyed the bond they developed during the pursuit of the truth, and that her search came to be his, as well.
February 20, 2020
DNF @ 25%
I was excited by the precis, and the cover is good, but the story is just...
The book starts with Cam coming home and finding out that he's been given a 21 year old ward. The girl (and normally I dislike using that term for an adult woman, but she only ever acts like a child, so I'll use it in this instance) is waiting for him in his office and pouts like a five year old because he's kept her waiting for a week..... Even though it takes 5 days to travel from London to his home....
And then because she's so "not like the other girls", she has to drink a whiskey instead of tea, and then she stomps and pouts because she is so progressive and awesome that she doesn't want to waste her life being married.
Sprinkled in with this is Cam deciding that every rude thing Bridget does is somehow endearing, and him squashing his feelings of attraction for her, even though said attraction makes no sense. And Bridget spends all her time treating Cam like garbage and accusing him of being a rake without any evidence to back her claims.
It's just a bunch or clichés with no substance. And I kind of feel cheated because there's nothing Scottish about this book despite it being in a series called 'Scottish Hearts'. Apparently, Bridget is originally from there, but she left long ago to go to school, and that's all.
I was excited by the precis, and the cover is good, but the story is just...
The book starts with Cam coming home and finding out that he's been given a 21 year old ward. The girl (and normally I dislike using that term for an adult woman, but she only ever acts like a child, so I'll use it in this instance) is waiting for him in his office and pouts like a five year old because he's kept her waiting for a week..... Even though it takes 5 days to travel from London to his home....
And then because she's so "not like the other girls", she has to drink a whiskey instead of tea, and then she stomps and pouts because she is so progressive and awesome that she doesn't want to waste her life being married.
Sprinkled in with this is Cam deciding that every rude thing Bridget does is somehow endearing, and him squashing his feelings of attraction for her, even though said attraction makes no sense. And Bridget spends all her time treating Cam like garbage and accusing him of being a rake without any evidence to back her claims.
It's just a bunch or clichés with no substance. And I kind of feel cheated because there's nothing Scottish about this book despite it being in a series called 'Scottish Hearts'. Apparently, Bridget is originally from there, but she left long ago to go to school, and that's all.
July 21, 2019
This is a fascinating historical romance, complete with an unexpected twist at the end! I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending it.
Twenty one-year old Lady Bridget MacDuff is shocked to discover that her father has placed her in the guardianship of the Marquess of Campbell, someone neither of them have ever met and the news is a shock to both of them. Lady Bridget has plans of her own that don't include a guardian, suitors or a husband but she needs access to the fortune her father has left her to achieve her goals and she can't do that until either she marries or is twenty-three years old. He assumes he'll have no problems marrying her off as she's beautiful and comes with a fortune, someone who will definitely appeal to the ton! However, he hasn't expected her to be quite such a contrary and determined young lady. With their different goals, compromise is going to be essential but can they resist their mutual attraction and still achieve their dreams?
This is a fun read as the feisty, red-headed Scottish young lady is so stubborn and determined to succeed that she's definitely a challenge for her guardian. She doesn't always agree to behave in what is the expected manner, including when riding or shooting. The reasons behind her quest are heartbreaking and the intrigue which develops is enthralling. This is a great read with well developed, strong characters, secrets to discover and plots to be made - if you enjoy this genre, this has to be one of the best to keep you turning the pages, including an insight into the expectations and treatment of women in this era as well as being a heartwarming romance - I have to say that I loved that letter at the end! Even better news for readers is that this is the first book in a new series, Scottish Hearts - I can't wait to read more
I requested and was gifted a copy of this book via NetGalley and this is my honest review after choosing to read it.
Twenty one-year old Lady Bridget MacDuff is shocked to discover that her father has placed her in the guardianship of the Marquess of Campbell, someone neither of them have ever met and the news is a shock to both of them. Lady Bridget has plans of her own that don't include a guardian, suitors or a husband but she needs access to the fortune her father has left her to achieve her goals and she can't do that until either she marries or is twenty-three years old. He assumes he'll have no problems marrying her off as she's beautiful and comes with a fortune, someone who will definitely appeal to the ton! However, he hasn't expected her to be quite such a contrary and determined young lady. With their different goals, compromise is going to be essential but can they resist their mutual attraction and still achieve their dreams?
This is a fun read as the feisty, red-headed Scottish young lady is so stubborn and determined to succeed that she's definitely a challenge for her guardian. She doesn't always agree to behave in what is the expected manner, including when riding or shooting. The reasons behind her quest are heartbreaking and the intrigue which develops is enthralling. This is a great read with well developed, strong characters, secrets to discover and plots to be made - if you enjoy this genre, this has to be one of the best to keep you turning the pages, including an insight into the expectations and treatment of women in this era as well as being a heartwarming romance - I have to say that I loved that letter at the end! Even better news for readers is that this is the first book in a new series, Scottish Hearts - I can't wait to read more
I requested and was gifted a copy of this book via NetGalley and this is my honest review after choosing to read it.
July 8, 2019
Northen England, 1818 A charming story about two forces, when brought together, can sometimes become unmovable! Such is the case with Cam, the Marquess of Campbell and his newly inherited ward, Lady Bridget McDuff. The first indication is when he came upon her in his home and had no idea who she was but thought "the young lady's face was perfection. High arched brows, creamy skin, a tiny nose and full lips that looked ready for kissing. On second glance, the way they were pursed, maybe not kissing. Who are you?" "I am your ward." She tilted her chin up. "And not happy about it." I'd say that set the stage for them going forward!!
Her father and Cam's were schoolmates who had kept up a correspondence over the years. Unfortunately her father had not named a new guardian when Cam's father had passed away and now the duty fell to him.
Cam won my heart almost immediately when I learned of his childhood and having to take over as head of the family and guardian to his two younger sisters when he was but twenty. He was determined to get her married off as soon as possible so he would not have the "duty of guarding her from hordes of men when they arrived in London. Her auburn hair and crystal blue eyes would stand out at any ton event."
She was determined not to marry and in the will when she turned three and twenty, she would inherit the estate and money. She had plans for those funds to help other women in abusive relationships. He found her intriguing with her mixture of vulnerability and fortitude.
A marvelous story of an unlikely attraction that sparked engaging banter and unexpected feelings that possibly could not be denied! I always look forward to reading anything this author writes and so happy this is the start of a new series, because I know there is more to come!!
Her father and Cam's were schoolmates who had kept up a correspondence over the years. Unfortunately her father had not named a new guardian when Cam's father had passed away and now the duty fell to him.
Cam won my heart almost immediately when I learned of his childhood and having to take over as head of the family and guardian to his two younger sisters when he was but twenty. He was determined to get her married off as soon as possible so he would not have the "duty of guarding her from hordes of men when they arrived in London. Her auburn hair and crystal blue eyes would stand out at any ton event."
She was determined not to marry and in the will when she turned three and twenty, she would inherit the estate and money. She had plans for those funds to help other women in abusive relationships. He found her intriguing with her mixture of vulnerability and fortitude.
A marvelous story of an unlikely attraction that sparked engaging banter and unexpected feelings that possibly could not be denied! I always look forward to reading anything this author writes and so happy this is the start of a new series, because I know there is more to come!!
June 28, 2019
His Rebellious Lass by Callie Hutton is an enjoyable historical romance. Bridget is a likable character with spunk. She hates the rules of women and that women are the property of their husbands. One of her best friends suffered at the hands of her husband and Bridget has dreams of making an impact for women. Her antics to get out of the events were funny.
Cam is hilarious. I enjoyed him from the beginning. He wants to marry off the Scottish red head so he can go back to his normal life. His life will never be the same. We may have expected them to end up together but Callie throws in a few curve balls to get them there.
Sexual content 3.5 one physical scene with details.
Violence – 1 a kidnapping, husband abusing his wife
Language 1
Drinking –2 Bridget likes whiskey, there are several scenes with casual drinking but only the bad guys are drunk
I received this book from Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review.
You can see my full review at More Than a Review dot com where I rate the level of sex, violence, language and drug/alcohol use in books.
Cam is hilarious. I enjoyed him from the beginning. He wants to marry off the Scottish red head so he can go back to his normal life. His life will never be the same. We may have expected them to end up together but Callie throws in a few curve balls to get them there.
Sexual content 3.5 one physical scene with details.
Violence – 1 a kidnapping, husband abusing his wife
Language 1
Drinking –2 Bridget likes whiskey, there are several scenes with casual drinking but only the bad guys are drunk
I received this book from Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review.
You can see my full review at More Than a Review dot com where I rate the level of sex, violence, language and drug/alcohol use in books.
June 30, 2019
Put together two people who are determined to never marry and you come up with a totally delightful story. Cam returns to his country estate to find Bridget, a beautiful young woman, who tells Cam he is her guardian. From this point on and throughout the rest of the story, Cam is repeatedly shocked and surprised.
This was an easy read for me as the story flowed smoothly from scene to scene. I found the dialogue especially delightful and I fell in love with both Cam and Bridget. I really enjoyed this book.
This was an easy read for me as the story flowed smoothly from scene to scene. I found the dialogue especially delightful and I fell in love with both Cam and Bridget. I really enjoyed this book.
July 6, 2019
I received an ARC from the author; this is my honest review.
-Good, fun and funny, read. Lots of descriptions and use of senses.
-Like any of Hutton's books, the open door scenes are okay, not steamy or erotica, but not clean either.
-Great story until the drama starts around 75%, which lasts for about 20%, almost at the end.
-I liked the relationship between C & B. The duty, the affection and respect. It was funny to see them compromise at each turn. The epilogue was predictable but only because I'm a romantic at heart and saw it coming. There was no boredom getting to it, though.
-I didn't catch anything that would bring us to the next book. No other couple stood out and apart from family and staff, not many friends keep Cam & Bridget company.
-Good, fun and funny, read. Lots of descriptions and use of senses.
-Like any of Hutton's books, the open door scenes are okay, not steamy or erotica, but not clean either.
-Great story until the drama starts around 75%, which lasts for about 20%, almost at the end.
-I liked the relationship between C & B. The duty, the affection and respect. It was funny to see them compromise at each turn. The epilogue was predictable but only because I'm a romantic at heart and saw it coming. There was no boredom getting to it, though.
-I didn't catch anything that would bring us to the next book. No other couple stood out and apart from family and staff, not many friends keep Cam & Bridget company.
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