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Lords of Pleasure #3
The Beastly Lord: Historical Regency Romance
Everyone saw the beast, she saw the beauty within.
Lord Jackson Fisher’s past has left him with a nasty scar and an aloof stance. Now, as a newly appointed Duke, he has to endure what he so much despise; the Ton and its judgmental glances.
A world where everyone thinks of him as a monster.
Lady Patricia Hunter always wished to marry out of love, yet her father’s unexpected gambling debts all but destroy her dreams. Now, she needs to secure a wealthy husband as soon as possible.
And she is ready to do anything to save her family’s future, even marry the scarred Duke, the one no other lady would ever look at.
Yet, as Patricia uncovers his beautiful soul, she believes that maybe he is the love she had longed for.
Jackson has finally found someone who is not disgusted by his appearance. Someone to show him that life can be beautiful.
But in the Ton, gossip travels fast. And Jackson is about to discover that their marriage was just a solution to his wife’s dire state…
He awoke her beastly desires, she brought to light his angelic side…
*If you like seductive Earls, Dukes, and Barons with a soft heart but a strong will, and romance stories depicting the Regency period, then The Beastly Lord is the perfect novel for you.
Dive into the epic world of the Regency Era Ladies, Governesses, and Bluestockings while Ella takes you on a suspenseful journey full of passion and true love!
Lord Jackson Fisher’s past has left him with a nasty scar and an aloof stance. Now, as a newly appointed Duke, he has to endure what he so much despise; the Ton and its judgmental glances.
A world where everyone thinks of him as a monster.
Lady Patricia Hunter always wished to marry out of love, yet her father’s unexpected gambling debts all but destroy her dreams. Now, she needs to secure a wealthy husband as soon as possible.
And she is ready to do anything to save her family’s future, even marry the scarred Duke, the one no other lady would ever look at.
Yet, as Patricia uncovers his beautiful soul, she believes that maybe he is the love she had longed for.
Jackson has finally found someone who is not disgusted by his appearance. Someone to show him that life can be beautiful.
But in the Ton, gossip travels fast. And Jackson is about to discover that their marriage was just a solution to his wife’s dire state…
He awoke her beastly desires, she brought to light his angelic side…
*If you like seductive Earls, Dukes, and Barons with a soft heart but a strong will, and romance stories depicting the Regency period, then The Beastly Lord is the perfect novel for you.
Dive into the epic world of the Regency Era Ladies, Governesses, and Bluestockings while Ella takes you on a suspenseful journey full of passion and true love!
439 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 27, 2021
156 people are currently reading
52 people want to read
About the author
Ella Edon
63 books66 followersElla Edon is an American author of steamy Regency romance books. She started pursuing her childhood passion for putting stories to paper after experiencing two of the most life-changing experiences of her life.
Her books have received rave reviews for the romance, the character’s depth, the intrigue and the turmoil they have.
She lives in New Orleans, Louisiana with her loving husband and candy-sweet daughter. Before she started writing Regency romance, Ella was working in a call center, despite the fact that she majored in English Literature. However, her restless spirit led her to chase her dream and now she is devoted to sharing her stories with the world.
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Her books have received rave reviews for the romance, the character’s depth, the intrigue and the turmoil they have.
She lives in New Orleans, Louisiana with her loving husband and candy-sweet daughter. Before she started writing Regency romance, Ella was working in a call center, despite the fact that she majored in English Literature. However, her restless spirit led her to chase her dream and now she is devoted to sharing her stories with the world.
Join Ella in her romantic escapades, receive a FREE welcome gift, and never miss her new releases by subscribing to her newsletter! Simply click the following link:
https://www.ellaedon.com/ka3u
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September 18, 2025
Not a Beast
Lord Jackson Fisher, was suddenly the Duke of Merriweather standing at his deceased father’s bedside. He had not made it in time to see his father alive one more time. Jackson was in mourning, but it felt as if he had been in mourning for years, ever since his face was horribly scarred in the war against Napoleon. He felt like a monster and the ton treated him like one.
Lady Patrica Hunter, the daughter of a viscount, found herself in an untenable position, because her father gambled away her dowry. Her mother made certain that she understood that it was her job to secure a wealthy husband to be certain her younger sister would have a dowry when the time came.
Patricia met the Duke of Merriweather purposefully so to gain his favor. His scar was not so fearsome and it was easy to see that he was an honorable man. The very same day they met, Lord Cardigan also asked to call upon her, and as suddenly as she attracted his attention, she lost the attention of the Duke.
Lord Cardigan came to call and it was immediately clear that he was not an honorable man, and Patricia despaired at the thought of marrying him. Fortunately, the Duke came to call the very same day and they were caught in a kiss and forced to marry.
I absolutely hated the way this book started. It was if it was written by a teenager in a hurry to get to the “good part”. Fortunately I stuck it out and this turned out to be a decent story. Filled with romance, spice and deceit, the last half of the book turned into a real page turner. A HEA is the most important thing in a romance, and this was a very happy one. I took off a star and a half for some of the less than stellar writing, but rounded it back up to four stars.
Lord Jackson Fisher, was suddenly the Duke of Merriweather standing at his deceased father’s bedside. He had not made it in time to see his father alive one more time. Jackson was in mourning, but it felt as if he had been in mourning for years, ever since his face was horribly scarred in the war against Napoleon. He felt like a monster and the ton treated him like one.
Lady Patrica Hunter, the daughter of a viscount, found herself in an untenable position, because her father gambled away her dowry. Her mother made certain that she understood that it was her job to secure a wealthy husband to be certain her younger sister would have a dowry when the time came.
Patricia met the Duke of Merriweather purposefully so to gain his favor. His scar was not so fearsome and it was easy to see that he was an honorable man. The very same day they met, Lord Cardigan also asked to call upon her, and as suddenly as she attracted his attention, she lost the attention of the Duke.
Lord Cardigan came to call and it was immediately clear that he was not an honorable man, and Patricia despaired at the thought of marrying him. Fortunately, the Duke came to call the very same day and they were caught in a kiss and forced to marry.
I absolutely hated the way this book started. It was if it was written by a teenager in a hurry to get to the “good part”. Fortunately I stuck it out and this turned out to be a decent story. Filled with romance, spice and deceit, the last half of the book turned into a real page turner. A HEA is the most important thing in a romance, and this was a very happy one. I took off a star and a half for some of the less than stellar writing, but rounded it back up to four stars.
December 12, 2021
I found this book to be very distasteful.
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January 1, 2022
I have such mixed feelings for this book. Finally, you've got a book promoting a rake for an H and the H actually fucks prostitutes. BUT IT FELT SO OUT OF CHARACTER FOR HIM! h kept calling him honorable, but it was never really explained why. It was hard to get a true sense of the h's character in the beginning, so it was difficult to connect with her. I was really hoping this would be a more complex story than another marriage-of-convenience trope. It was so very shallow. A couple times it got crazy sappy for me. The worst had to be the end which was a total cop out. Rather than discuss her deception, the author has the two bond over a kidnapping. What a disappointment. Very steamy though.
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October 19, 2021
This book sizzles with danger, betrayal, suspense and romance.
What a wonderful book. The plot is sizzling with danger, betrayal, suspense and romance. Lady Patricia has overheard her parents arguing about the scandal that would befall them all if the Ton learned of the gambling losses incurred by her father. There is no longer a dowry for the daughters to procure a love match. Patricia is told she must quickly find a wealthy husband who will pay off their mounting debts or face total ruin. Duke Jackson Merriweather was terribly scarred during the war, and has given up on ever finding a wife who would not be repulsed by his appearance. Patricia sets her sites on him and his wealth, but she feels a true connection upon their first meeting. No more spoilers, just enjoy the twists and turns, as they encounter difficult and dangerous situations with the help of dear friends. Truly a very enjoyable and exciting book with a wonderful happy ending.
What a wonderful book. The plot is sizzling with danger, betrayal, suspense and romance. Lady Patricia has overheard her parents arguing about the scandal that would befall them all if the Ton learned of the gambling losses incurred by her father. There is no longer a dowry for the daughters to procure a love match. Patricia is told she must quickly find a wealthy husband who will pay off their mounting debts or face total ruin. Duke Jackson Merriweather was terribly scarred during the war, and has given up on ever finding a wife who would not be repulsed by his appearance. Patricia sets her sites on him and his wealth, but she feels a true connection upon their first meeting. No more spoilers, just enjoy the twists and turns, as they encounter difficult and dangerous situations with the help of dear friends. Truly a very enjoyable and exciting book with a wonderful happy ending.
June 4, 2021
The scarred man
Jackson was the only son of the Duke of Merriweather and went off to war where is was injured and left with an ugly scar on his face. He was sent a message that his father was seriously ill and he was needed at the dukes estate. He got there moments too late to see his father. Patricia was the daughter of Viscount Chant, she had a wonderful life until she found out her father had gambled away her and her sister’s dowry, now she had to marry for wealth. A wonderful story to read, couldn’t wait to see how it unfolded.
Jackson was the only son of the Duke of Merriweather and went off to war where is was injured and left with an ugly scar on his face. He was sent a message that his father was seriously ill and he was needed at the dukes estate. He got there moments too late to see his father. Patricia was the daughter of Viscount Chant, she had a wonderful life until she found out her father had gambled away her and her sister’s dowry, now she had to marry for wealth. A wonderful story to read, couldn’t wait to see how it unfolded.
June 2, 2021
The Beastly Lord
Fantastic,with lots of action in it that you don’t see happening.With a Lady wanting to marry for love.But for a very selfish father that gambled away there fortune.And a Lord who never thought to find love.Well this story proves that wrong and a very interesting turn in this that I won’t go into.Enjoy whoever gets to read this,as I did.And the Extended Epilogue was a great finish to this fantastic read.
Fantastic,with lots of action in it that you don’t see happening.With a Lady wanting to marry for love.But for a very selfish father that gambled away there fortune.And a Lord who never thought to find love.Well this story proves that wrong and a very interesting turn in this that I won’t go into.Enjoy whoever gets to read this,as I did.And the Extended Epilogue was a great finish to this fantastic read.
June 8, 2021
WOW SO VERY MUCH GOING ON WHERE TOO START ?
THEY MET AT A FUNCTION FOR A ORPHANAGE CHARITY.
Patricia and Jackson she needed to marry to save her family, he needed to marry to produce an heir.
Jackson never believed he would marry for love he was very badly scarred during the war.
Patricia new she could choose her husband as she had a large dowry until her father gambled away their fortune.
BRILLIANT READ LOTS OF ACTION AND SURPRISES ALONG THE WAY.
THEY MET AT A FUNCTION FOR A ORPHANAGE CHARITY.
Patricia and Jackson she needed to marry to save her family, he needed to marry to produce an heir.
Jackson never believed he would marry for love he was very badly scarred during the war.
Patricia new she could choose her husband as she had a large dowry until her father gambled away their fortune.
BRILLIANT READ LOTS OF ACTION AND SURPRISES ALONG THE WAY.
June 1, 2021
Never judge others
Scared in the war and unlikely to wed a good wife, Patricia is forced by mother to make a good match because of father’s gambling debts. But when she meets Jackson, even with his scars she’s drawn to him! But the guilty is driving her to distraction! Good read!
Scared in the war and unlikely to wed a good wife, Patricia is forced by mother to make a good match because of father’s gambling debts. But when she meets Jackson, even with his scars she’s drawn to him! But the guilty is driving her to distraction! Good read!
June 4, 2021
Great, multi-faceted characters. Very interesting plot. Vivid descriptions. I felt every emotion. Just steamy enough. Kept me intrigued from the first page to the last. Simply a GREAT read!
*I received a complimentary ARC of this book in order to read and provide a voluntary, unbiased and honest review, should I choose to do so.
*I received a complimentary ARC of this book in order to read and provide a voluntary, unbiased and honest review, should I choose to do so.
June 30, 2021
Deception turns to love
Great story wonderful story line, the characters will steal your heart. Patricia is a remarkable young woman, her parents pressure her into deceiving Jackson into offering marriage to get his wealth. But deception turns to passion and passion turns to love.
Thank you ❤
Great story wonderful story line, the characters will steal your heart. Patricia is a remarkable young woman, her parents pressure her into deceiving Jackson into offering marriage to get his wealth. But deception turns to passion and passion turns to love.
Thank you ❤
September 30, 2022
Wonderful characters and a storyline that had some suspenseful twists and turns. Jackson has become a Duke upon the death of his father, Patricia has just discovered that her father has gambled away her dowry and her family is in great debt. These two troubled souls are drawn to each other, but what will happen when the truth is revealed?
June 3, 2021
The Beastly Lord: Historical Regency Romance (Lords of Pleasure Book 3) by Ella Edon this story started out with two people join together with no Love! However, the challenges they faced made them closer . All the characters were wonderful. I recommend this book…
June 19, 2021
Enjoyable
The characters in the story was good as well as the plot of the story the only thing I do like when you get to the end story and they have extended epilogue of the story, they make you go to another website to get the story instead of having it at the end of the story.
The characters in the story was good as well as the plot of the story the only thing I do like when you get to the end story and they have extended epilogue of the story, they make you go to another website to get the story instead of having it at the end of the story.
July 23, 2021
4.75 🤩
Quick fun read! As you know I love a beauty and the beast retelling and this was no different!!
Well written and likable characters, h/H were adorable and their love for each other was just heart warming!
I enjoyed this author and will read more of her catalogue in the future.
Quick fun read! As you know I love a beauty and the beast retelling and this was no different!!
Well written and likable characters, h/H were adorable and their love for each other was just heart warming!
I enjoyed this author and will read more of her catalogue in the future.
December 30, 2021
A different tragic family.
The father in this story is a tragic figure.To think that he could place his family
in such dire circumstances.
I guess that people are the same through the ages.
A good book to read.
The father in this story is a tragic figure.To think that he could place his family
in such dire circumstances.
I guess that people are the same through the ages.
A good book to read.
June 12, 2021
Enjoyed this Regency romance. Well written.
August 24, 2021
The Beastly Lord
Loved, loved this story of two souls destined to be together. I loved the first reaction to each other and the growing love they shared.
Loved, loved this story of two souls destined to be together. I loved the first reaction to each other and the growing love they shared.
June 14, 2023
Loved reading this book.
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June 13, 2021
Great story
Edward knew he wanted Margaret and with time and persistence they were finally together. It was a great and loving story.
Edward knew he wanted Margaret and with time and persistence they were finally together. It was a great and loving story.
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