Sex and the Single Earl

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When a family heirloom bracelet is stolen, the heroine in the story, Sophie does try to solve this matter by going after the thief who stole it, and discovers that it was actually a little boy. She's flummoxed by this, and later on can't believe the poverty that he and his sister live in. That's the second problem I had with this book.

When I read historical romances, I want to escape. I don't want to think or be reminded of social justice causes while reading them. I know that's very shallow of me, but there it is. I have a feeling that this might be a new trend in historicals, because it's the second one I've read lately where the story centered around the hardships of the time.

Another problem I had with this book was the dialogue. I'm all for the characters speaking as they should during the time period the book takes place, but it just was well, jarring in places and interrupted the reading places. Like the title states, there is sex in this book, but I felt like it didn't really have to be there. I'm all for a good smokin hot love scene, but I just didn't feel the passion between Lord Trask and Sophie to make it necessary to the storyline.

It just kind of came out of left field. I feel so bad that I didn't like this book more. I really wanted to, but I need more of a juicier plot then a stolen bracelet and an upset mistress. Did I forget to mention that part? There is a mistress, and she tries to make a muck out of things and fails horribly. If you are in the mood for something light and I do mean light and are a fan of historical romances, then you'll probably like this book.

Apr 23, Janga rated it it was amazing. What did I love about Sex and the Single Earl? Let me count the many things: Sophie reminded me a bit of Heyer's Arabella, a heroine I adore. There are more, but these are enough to make clear why this was a five star read for me. Aug 02, Lynne rated it did not like it Shelves: Picked this up at the library on a whim because the title amused me. The book did not. I hated the protags. They spent half the novel carrying the Idiot Ball and not talking to one another. When they did talk to one another, they were lying, obfuscating, blustering, or generally being stupid.

This wasn't banter, it was WAR. May 08, Mindy rated it it was amazing. First of all let me say my very favorite topic of romances are the friends turned to lovers or the one loving the other for a long time I absolutely adored Simon with his whole I have to perfect facade but only to be brought down by the girl of his youth, Sophia, with her spectacles and big heart!!

Not to mention the steaminess May 23, E. I don't know why, but as of right now I'm not in a mood to thoroughly read books. It's just a phase of mine, so I'm not sure when I'll be out of this phase. Anyway, due to it, I skimmed through the book. Basically, the hero logically planned to be betrothed to his childhood neighbor. However, the heroine doesn't like his high-mindedness because she's in love with him for some time. She wants his love, and so is suspicious when the hero asked for her hand. That's the main problem of the story, wit I don't know why, but as of right now I'm not in a mood to thoroughly read books.

That's the main problem of the story, with some subplot of an ex-mistress seeking vengeance or to get the hero back, whichever you look at it and a little thief's familial problem. Then of course there are the secondary characters, the majority being the family of the couple. I found the main couple nice and all, though there were some instances that I found both characters exasperating at times.

Thus, as I skimmed through the book, the impression that I got from the book left me with a bland feeling. I'm a harsh critic in that the book really must grab my attention. Sad to say that this book didn't grab it enough for me to go back and read it thoroughly. I liked Sophie in the beginning of the book but disliked her easy capitulation to Simon. I hated Simon in the beginning but liked him at the very end of the book. He was a cruel brute for most of the story which got on my nerves. For the most part he was a condescending asshat to Sophie treating her like a child instead of a full grown woman.

He liked her individuality until it pushed the limits of society and then he suddenly wanted her to be like everyone else. I liked both Robert and Ana I liked Sophie in the beginning of the book but disliked her easy capitulation to Simon. I liked both Robert and Anabella in this book so I think I'll read Mastering the Marquess which is actually the first book in the series. I sincerely hope their romance is better written than this one. Aug 14, Kasha rated it it was amazing. This author is good.

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I will keep read her books, so much potential. I see things described; draw out my sympathy for Sophie which is rare than hen's teeth cause I abhor weaklings thanks to amazing character build This author is good. I see things described; draw out my sympathy for Sophie which is rare than hen's teeth cause I abhor weaklings thanks to amazing character build up not just Sophie alone but also Simon; hence, believable romance.

Give 5 star so it will get a more deserving rate. Nov 04, Carrie Felton rated it it was amazing. I really liked this book despite the misgivings i had based on the title I like Vanessa Kelly a lot so i took a chance and while there were a couple of scenes that i skipped over, over all the book and the title had nothing in common. I really liked their relationship. Kelly did a good job of making all of their arguments and issues with each other actually based in "reality" when a lot of authors make the arguments based in fancy or imagination and without any real reason.

I liked that they I really liked this book despite the misgivings i had based on the title I liked that they had real basis Near the end, there were a couple of holes but for the most part, it was very well done. Kitapdaki konttan resmen tiksindim , ne itici bir karakter o yahu. Koca kitapta 'e kadar , ''Benimle evleneceksin! Sep 25, Chris rated it did not like it. Feb 07, Libby rated it did not like it Shelves: One of three books that came in a bundle about the Stanton family.

Sophia has been in love with Simon since she was a girl. Suddenly, after years of ignoring Sophia or acting somewhat disgusted family hints at their pairing, Simon begins a romantic pursuit of Sophia. This could have been so much better if the character of Sophie had been written One of three books that came in a bundle about the Stanton family. This could have been so much better if the character of Sophie had been written with a bit more finesse.

Instead of coming across as a strong heroine we could root for, the author made Sophie seem immature and impulsive - just exactly the approach the hero uses to subdue and criticize the heroine.

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Yes, Simon is pursuing Sophie for the land that comes with her dowry. First, she has a wicked case of unrequited love that the supposed hero is willing to exploit. Simon treats Sophie with condescension, is both emotionally and physically abusive, has had amazingly bad taste in lovers, and bullies and abuses Sophie into a betrothal. The book needed more balance. We needed to see something from Simon to indicate he has deeper feelings for Sophie.

It's been a while since I read a historical romance it's been even longer since I read an actual book. The heroine annoyed me a bit in this story with her hot and cold attitude, as did the hero, but, the two are so well suited to each other I found myself loving them almost as much as I wanted to knock their heads together. However, not once during the story did I It's been a while since I read a historical romance it's been even longer since I read an actual book.

However, not once during the story did I feel lost. The author did a great job at building up this story. Her characters were great, they gave me a chuckle here and there. I look forward to going back and reading book one and moving forward with all else Vanessa Kelly may have out there. Bagus banget sih ceritanya sophie. Saya bisa mengerti kenapa Sophie tidak percaya atau terkadang sakit hati dengan sikapnya Simon karena sebelumnya Sifat Simon amat sangat menyebalkan menurut saya.

Tapi seneng banget akhirnya mereka baikkan dan jadi menikah. Agak penasaran apa yang terjadi dengan Toby dan kakaknya, tapi sepertinya mereka baik2 saja. Sekarang buku ke 3 menceritakan tentang Bathsheba.. I started this, but I just can't read further. It might not be worse than some that I've read and even liked lately, but it just started to annoy me so much I need real history and real romance without father-like male leads And heroines who act like a little girl.

I guess that's why I like more YA, cause there it's fine. Plus the male lead is also a kid and acting like one, so it's just more even there. Guess I just need a bit of a break Jun 17, Susan rated it it was amazing. Once I started, I had to stay up reading until the end. May 18, Ash rated it did not like it. Idiotic, immature, and childish heroine who tries to pretend she's an adult when the hero cleans up all her stupid messes and takes responsibility for them too. Mar 28, May Mostly Romance rated it it was ok.

Aug 05, Chu rated it it was ok Shelves: Everything started with a bracelet Sophie wanted to have back into her possession. It was stolen by a boy while she was strolling.


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Out of desperation, she went into a place where no respectable ladies should be found in. Here comes Simon, an old friend, the one that she has been in love forever, saving her from any trouble that she gets herself into. Although he asked her to marry him, Sophie knew there was more to the proposal than he was letting on - and she needed to know what it was. Sophie Everything started with a bracelet Sophie wanted to have back into her possession. Sophie is a social burden to Simon. I was not sure whether to like her - because she has a nagging conscience that she acts upon or to hate her because she can be VERY reckless up to a point that she had endangered not only her life, but the life of her servant in doing what she thinks is best at that time.

So, you must understand this ambivalence - because I'm sure most readers felt the same way. It was quite exasperating. Simon wants to marry his friend because he wanted her lands - lands that're filled with coal and he couldn't tell her because? He might hurt her feelings - cliche much? And when she found out about it?

When do these people realize that truth will come out no matter what? I don't know why these two end up lying to each other, especially with something important. Trust becomes an issue, Sophie loses her trust with Simon because of what he did, yet, he gains it almost immediately. She's very much in love with him that she can turn blind into his machinations and manipulations. But anyway, it all ended nicely, after a heart-wrenching pain and in the heat of the scandal - Sophie's family still supported her and of course, Simon made a moved to atone for his sins, confessing his love for Sophie.

But this time, for real. Aug 18, Diana rated it really liked it Shelves: Re-read this yesterday and have to say I still like it. The plot is a fav of mine. H stuffy and wants to increase his holdings for his future of building places of work for returning soldiers. H has known h since she was a child and he saved her from drowning. He has always shown up when he was needed h father dying and she has been in love with him since she was a child.

Now he wants to court her and marry her but in doing so Re-read this yesterday and have to say I still like it. Now he wants to court her and marry her but in doing so he continues to treat her like a child. She is very sweet and has a heart for others. This gets her into trouble quite abit and he is always trying to keep her safe and out of the tons scrutiny. He constantly gives her letures and she feels she can't talk to him, so she lies about what she feels and what some events that have happened to her really are.

In beginning, her reticule is stolen with a family heirloom bracelet in it and she chases the little theif and almost gets it back.

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When the H saw her running down the street, he went after her and began lecturing her on the spot. She just said she had a special bracelet that her bro had given her in the reticule. She felt the truth just added to the feelings the family has always had about her and she didn't want anymore directed at her. Later in the story H says he sorry for being such an ass that she couldn't come to him with her worries and concerns and that she had to make things up. Cute, warm and fuzzy book with little angst. Nice to read when you want this outcome. Will look for others that this author.

Enjoyed the writing as well as the overall contents of book. Feb 14, Thayer Berlyn rated it did not like it Shelves: Let me preface by saying I picked up Vanessa Kelly's, My Favorite Countess , on a lark several months ago, and was so impressed by the prose style and vividness of story that when I discovered the book was third in a series, I backtracked and picked up this second installment.

To say I am disappointed is an understatement. The contrast in composition and story execution from the third book to the second was startling.

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I read well over half of Sex and the Single Earl and skimmed to the end without Let me preface by saying I picked up Vanessa Kelly's, My Favorite Countess , on a lark several months ago, and was so impressed by the prose style and vividness of story that when I discovered the book was third in a series, I backtracked and picked up this second installment. I read well over half of Sex and the Single Earl and skimmed to the end without feeling I had missed anything. The unceasing, almost adolescent opposition as opposed to an intelligent and independent temperament of Sophie's character was overdone to the point of overkill.

The initial prowess and strength of Simon's character steadily declined as the story progressed I say didn't because the story seemed to merely stagnate into an endless and boorish tug-of-war.