by Tracy Anne Warren
Series: Rakes of Cavendish Square #2
Genres: Historical Romance
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When Lady Esme Byron happens upon a gorgeous naked man sleeping beside a secluded country lake, she can’t resist the impulse to sketch him. But when her highly improper drawing is mistakenly revealed at a party, she finds her once-pristine reputation in tatters. Gabriel, Lord Northcote, may be a notorious rakehell, but he is still stunned to find himself accused of despoiling a duke’s sister—especially since he's never set eyes on her. When Esme’s six irate brothers demand a hurried trip down the aisle, he has no choice but to comply. He thinks he can forget about his inconvenient bride but Esme Byron is no ordinary woman and Gabriel is about to learn just how unforgettable she can be.
Happily Bedded Bliss by Tracy Anne Warren is the second novel in her Regency series The Rakes of Cavendish Square. A damaged and dashing rake and an animal loving heroine are forced into marriage to save her reputation. It might just be the perfect match. Happily Bedded Bliss was a quick enjoyable read that delivered a sweet and believable romance.
Coffee Dates with Happily Bedded Bliss
- First date: In the wood, He is naked. She has a sketchbook. A house party, improper sketches, a notorious rake, a Duke, and five angry brothers equal wedding bells. Oh, what fun this first date was and Esmé is simply delightful. She has a whole brood of animals, speaks her mind and does not conform. It was only a matter of time before this happened. Personally, I would not survive Regency London. I would be shackled within a week! Siblings, friends and distant family added humor, and interest.
- Second date: The attraction is there and the game is a foot. Esmé makes me laugh and I settled right into the story. She is a nervous young bride, and Gabriel, Lord Northcote is turning out to be quite an interesting character. We soon learn about his past and meet his horrible Uncle. He really is quite smitten with Esmé; she amuses him, surprises him and challenges him. Moreover, Did I hear him utter mine? Do not use the L-O-V-E word around him he is liable to panic. He has poor Esmé all discombobulated. Their after marriage courtship is quite heated as these two begin to learn and explore their passion. We get a honeymoon of sorts, before one of Gabriel’s friends throws him for a loop.
- Third Date: Trouble is afoot. Esmé has a better temperament than I do making her the perfect match for our hero. I would have run him over with my buggy. The man is passionate one minute and a stranger the next. Poor Gabriel is miserable and trying to distance himself, all because of some convoluted opinion about L-O-V-E. He leaves Esmé at his estate and heads to his townhouse in London. The two go through some ups and downs but the conflict was not overdone and there was character growth. I needed a truffle or two as I rooted for this couple.
Happily Bedded Bliss explores the marriage trope, and while many aspects of the story were familiar and predictable, I enjoyed the characters and became swept up in finding their happy.
About Kimberly
Kimberly is a coffee loving book addict who reads and listens to fictional stories in all genres. Whovian, Ravenclaw, Howler and proud Nonna. She owns and manages Caffeinated PR. The coffee is always on and she is ready to chat. BlueSky | Facebook | Instagram
Lorna
This one sounds like a fun read to me. Regency period was weird-women could be ruined, but as soon as they are married or widowed they can do whatever they want-take a lover etc. Glad you enjoyed!
kimbacaffeinate
I had fun with this one 🙂
Holli
This one sounds fun. Putting it on my wish list.
kimbacaffeinate
It really was Holli…enjoy!
Katherine
Adding this to my TBR! I love the forced marriage trope in historicals as long as the both parties are decent human beings. It’s fun to watch the romance unfold after the marriage has occurred. I wouldn’t have survived in the Regency either!
kimbacaffeinate
I love the trope too Katherine.
Paij Slater
Happened upon. Naked man :)….hehe! I think I’m headed to the lake 😉
kimbacaffeinate
LOL, good luck!
Candace
I’ve been wanting to read a historical romance for awhile.. Well, I actually just did but it was time travel romance so a bit different. But this sounds fun!
kimbacaffeinate
This was fun Candace 🙂
Angela Adams
Catchy title. Thanks for the post.
kimbacaffeinate
Thanks Angela 🙂
Cyn
It’s been a while since I’ve read Tracy Anne Warren! This sounds like a good read, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Definitely curious why the hero was naked in the woods, haha. Lovely review, Kim!
kimbacaffeinate
It was for a perfectly good reason I can assure you..LOL
Braine
The dude sounded like he got his period mid story hahaha! Men and “feelings”. Smh
kimbacaffeinate
They get these ideas in their head sometimes…lol
blodeuedd
I think that I would enjoy it too
kimbacaffeinate
It was fun Linda 🙂
sherry fundin
Couldn’t help but smile through the first date. Not like any of mine. LOL
kimbacaffeinate
Ha, it was hilarious.
Lover Of Romance
oh I am very eager to read this one!! I love everything she has written and even though its predictable I probably wouldn’t mind if its a fun romance to read. Which from your review sounds like it.
kimbacaffeinate
It was fun my friend, and I adored Esme
Lekeisha
One of my favorite genres and time period! The title alone makes me want to jump in bed and read it right now. It’s cold and rainy with hail. Perfect weather for this type of read. Great review!
kimbacaffeinate
Oh perfect weather to dive into a historical romance
Heidi
Well starting out naked in the woods sounds fun.
kimbacaffeinate
Hehe, it did cause a stir
The Bibliophile Babe
Sounds fun and sexy!
kimbacaffeinate
It was a fun one, enjoy your weekend!
Quinn's Book Nook
This book seems adorable and funny. Although Gabriel seems pretty frustrating.
kimbacaffeinate
Poor Gabriel, he has some issues, but it was a fun one.
Jenny
Gabriel sounds like he can be a bit of an arse with the hot and cold routine, but if Esme handles it well, and it sounds like she does, I’ll be good to go. Plus she’s an animal lover, I need to meet her for that reason alone!
kimbacaffeinate
She was wonderful, and understood or tried to understand them.
Bookworm Brandee
This sounds like a fun read, Kimberly. I do love an unconventional heroine and Esme seems like a hoot. I might get a little annoyed with Gabriel’s back-and-forth behavior but I’m glad they both show some growth in the end. 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
The author did explain his issues and it was more fear that drove him..the lugnut.
Nick
This sounds like a lot of fun, Kim! Their first meeting especially makes me want to read this book and Esme and her love for animals of course. Sounds like the boy is a little hard-headed, but no doubt Esme shows him the right path! 🙂
Great review, Kim!
kimbacaffeinate
Esme was fun Nick and ot such much hard-headed as damaged.
melliane
I was curious and intrigued at “naked” and “in the wood” lol, such a strange situation!
kimbacaffeinate
Let us just say our heroine is a little feisty and curious.
Kristin
Now, did you mean to put HUMOR instead of DRAMA??? Hmmm, this sounds actually like a fun story, not heavy… like the tears Christy put me in minutes ago 😉
I love your “dates”!!
kimbacaffeinate
Oh there was both, but drama with his issues 🙂
Aubrey Wynne
I love a good regency. And a whole pack of animals? She’s my kind of heroine.
kimbacaffeinate
I do Aubrey..they always make me smile
Mary Kirkland
I guess 5 angry brothers could make any guy of that time period marry their sister. lol Sounds like a good story.
kimbacaffeinate
Yes, especially if one is a Duke
kindlemom1
Holy crap, all in the first date? That is too much in a very fun way, I love it! This does sound like a delightful read!
kimbacaffeinate
Right…it was exciting, funny and a little crazy.