From the Publisher
Eloisa James writes with a captivating blend of charm, style, and grace that never fails to leave the reader sighing and smiling and falling in love. Her style is exquisite, her prose pure magic. Nothing gets me to a bookstore faster than a new novel by Eloisa James.” — Julia Quinn
"The romance galaxy is filled with luminous stars, but few twinkle as brightly as James, who, with the launch of her Regency-set Would-Be Wallflowers series, once again dazzles readers with superbly conceived characters, a sublimely sensual love story, and sparkling wit." — Booklist (starred review)
“James’s newest series won’t disappoint, with her signature abundance of banter, humorous situations, and strong-willed characters determined to have their way, creating sizzling sexual tension.” — Library Journal
“Another bright, delightful read from a queen of historical romance.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) on Say No to the Duke
"James delivers all the banter and sizzle her fans expect in the nuanced fifth Wildes of Lindow Castle Georgian romance...Series readers will be pleased." — Publishers Weekly on Say Yes to the Duke
"A story as wild as the heroine's family name and one that will reward romance fans who want a funny book about an unusual heroine." — Kirkus Reviews on Wilde Child
“A sparkling Georgian romance. James’ writing shines and the Wilde clan’s infectious energy is the epitome of delightful. Overflowing with tried-and-true romance tropes like opposites attract and secret pining, Wilde Child proves that sometimes there’s no need to reinvent the wheel.” — BookPage
Booklist (starred review)
"The romance galaxy is filled with luminous stars, but few twinkle as brightly as James, who, with the launch of her Regency-set Would-Be Wallflowers series, once again dazzles readers with superbly conceived characters, a sublimely sensual love story, and sparkling wit."
BookPage
A sparkling Georgian romance. James’ writing shines and the Wilde clan’s infectious energy is the epitome of delightful. Overflowing with tried-and-true romance tropes like opposites attract and secret pining, Wilde Child proves that sometimes there’s no need to reinvent the wheel.”
Julia Quinn
Eloisa James writes with a captivating blend of charm, style, and grace that never fails to leave the reader sighing and smiling and falling in love. Her style is exquisite, her prose pure magic. Nothing gets me to a bookstore faster than a new novel by Eloisa James.”
Library Journal
03/01/2022
To please her estranged grandfather, Cleopatra Lewis agrees to escort him during the London Season, but to avoid a marriage proposal, she is resolved to become a wallflower. While at a local shop for theater costumes, Cleo is offended by an overbearing American and impulsively decides to purchase the business, Quimby's Emporium, out from under him. The wealthy American, Jake Astor Addison, tries to get Quimby's back with a wager: each of them must design and order clothes for the other to wear during the Season. Jake dresses Cleo in gorgeous couture everyone will envy, making her stand out. Meanwhile, Cleo plans to turn Jake into the dandy of the Season, with outrageous frills and colors. Undeterred, the arrogant Jake moves into Cleo's hotel and inserts himself into Cleo's daily life, and it isn't long before he makes up his mind to steal not only Cleo's new business but her heart as well. VERDICT James's ("Desperate Duchesses" series) newest series won't disappoint, with her signature abundance of banter, humorous situations, and strong-willed characters determined to have their way, creating sizzling sexual tension. The author's fans will also enjoy seeing characters from My American Duchess in this series starter.—Eve Stano
Kirkus Reviews
2022-02-08
An heiress who wants to be a wallflower becomes a rival and then love interest of an American businessman.
Miss Cleopatra Lewis grieves for her late mother but does not aspire to be like her. Julia adored theater and would fall in love, and subsequently sleep, with many leading actors. Cleo, on the other hand, is more business-minded and set on maintaining her freedom and power through her ownership of Lewis Commodes, the business she inherited from her father. Cleo has the opportunity to meet her maternal grandfather, a viscount, for the first time, and he wishes to launch her into London society. She heads to Quimby’s, a costume emporium, for new clothing and ends up becoming a new investor in the establishment, much to the chagrin of American Jake Astor Addison, who'd intended to purchase the place and relocate it to his country when he returned to marry a biddable, calm woman. After some back and forth, Cleo and Jake agree on a wager of sorts that involves each crafting the wardrobe for the other. Jake quickly realizes he is hopelessly smitten, and his goal shifts from wanting ownership of Quimby’s to desiring Cleo as his wife. Lovely descriptions create an evocative setting in this new series opener, although sometimes it’s at the expense of propelling the plot. It takes a while to find its groove, but this low-angst, fashion-filled story with amiable leads still delivers the humor, charm, and historical richness that James’ readers adore.
Like a comforting cup of tea.
