Chasing the Bride by Erica Ridley

Release: June 9, 2023
Format: Ebook
Publisher: WebMotion
Source: Rockstar Book Tours
Find it at: Goodreads, Kindle, B&N, Apple, Kobo, Indigo, __

In this fast, feel-good romp from a New York Times bestselling author, forbidden love blooms between a runaway bride and the man sent to find her… Lady Tabitha Kerr was promised at birth to be the Viscount Oldfield’s bride. Their families had warred for generations, and this union will heal the longstanding rift. But Tabitha doesn’t want to be a pawn—or a consolation prize. She dreams of a love match, and failing that, at least one night of true love. Even if she has to run away to find it! As Viscount Oldfield’s trusted man of business, Mr. Hudson Frampton is his lordship’s right-hand man, attack dog, and fixer. When a nervous bride jilts the viscount at the altar, Hudson is meant to find and return her to his employer posthaste. He is not supposed to fall in love. Or kiss his employer’s bride. Or say yes when Tabitha makes an indecent proposal that will ruin them both…

About the Author:

Erica Ridley is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of of witty, feel-good historical romance novels, including THE DUKE HEIST, featuring the Wild Wynchesters. Why seduce a duke the normal way, when you can accidentally kidnap one in an elaborately planned heist? In the 12 Dukes of Christmas series, enjoy witty, heartwarming Regency romps nestled in a picturesque snow-covered village. After all, nothing heats up a winter night quite like finding oneself in the arms of a duke! Two other popular series, the Dukes of War and Rogues to Riches, feature roguish peers and dashing war heroes who find love amongst the splendor and madness of Regency England. When not reading or writing romances, Erica can be found eating couscous in Morocco, zip-lining through rainforests in Costa Rica, or getting hopelessly lost in the middle of Budapest.

Chasing the Bride Review:

I have not read any previous books in the “Lords in Love” series, but I had no trouble enjoying this book! I thoroughly enjoyed the captivating story because of its standout character, Tabitha. She stands apart from the other heroines in the genre because she is kind-natured yet strong. I love how she selflessly sacrifices everything for her ailing father’s happiness, showcasing her incredible devotion. She knows she is strong enough to move out of Viscount Oldfield’s life if necessary, but she only stays on for her father.

Moreover, the author skillfully weaves a beautiful romance between the two protagonists. The conflicting emotions experienced by both Tabitha and Hudson as their love deepened added a layer of complexity that kept me engrossed. Yes, the story gets steamy sometimes, but I really enjoyed the banter the two share and their conversations about life. Hudson is also an intriguing man, growing up in relatively poor circumstances, yet how it made him strong-willed as an adult.

My favorite moments in the tale are in the river, the botanical gardens, or even the sweet moments at the livestock tents. The author writes Oldfield nicely as a sleazy villain, where you feel nothing but disgust as you read of his behavior.

Additionally, the author expertly injects tense moments, such as the events at the altar in the church or the climactic scenes, leaving readers eagerly wondering what decisions our beloved protagonists will make. You can predict how the story will turn out if you have read historical romances. Yet, the author writes the story and its characters so charmingly that you still read to the end and enjoy it.

Overall, I enjoyed reading “Chasing the Bride” and am excited to read other books in the series!

Giveaway Details

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