Loving a Lost Lord

By Mary Jo Putney

Book Overview

In the first of a dazzling series, Mary Jo Putney introduces the Lost Lords--maverick childhood friends with a flair for defying convention. Each is about to discover the woman who is his perfect match--but perfection doesn't come easily, even for the noble Duke of Ashton. . .

Battered by the sea, Adam remembers nothing of his past, his ducal rank, nor of the shipwreck that almost claimed his life. However, he's delighted to hear that the golden-haired vision tending his wounds is his wife. Mariah's name and face may not be familiar, but her touch, her warmth, feel deliciously right. . .

When Mariah Clarke prayed for a way to deter a bullying suitor, she didn't imagine she'd find the answer washed ashore on a desolate beach. Convincing Adam that he is her husband is surprisingly easy. Resisting the temptation to act his wife, in every way, will prove anything but. And now a passion begun in fantasy has become dangerously real--and completely irresistible. . .

"Intoxicating, romantic and utterly ravishing. . ." --Eloisa James

"Gentle humor, exotic elements, compelling, flawless prose, and irresistible characters caught in a sweet, sensual dilemma will leave readers smiling, breathless, and anxiously awaiting the next adventure in Putney's new "Lost Lords" series. Readers. . .are in for a rare treat; fortunately, there are more delicacies to come Putney writes some of the most sensitive, exquisite historicals in the field." --Library Journal (starred review)

"The enchanting first Lost Lords novel confirms bestseller Putney as a major force in historical romance. . . Entrancing characters and a superb plot line catapult this tale into stand-alone status." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"If you loved the Fallen Angels, you'll adore the Lost Lords: men who formed unbreakable bonds while at a school for boys of "good birth and bad behavior." Only the incomparable Putney could bring them to life and have readers yearning to be close to such dynamic heroes and the women who tame them." --Romantic Times (4 1/2 stars)

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1420128620
• ISBN13: 9781420128628
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: Zebra
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 4.1" x 6.7"

Customer Reviews

#1 in the Lost Lords Series

I enjoyed Loving a Lost Lord and am intrigued by the Lost Lords premise. I look forward to more in this series. I am a long-time fan of Ms. Putney, with The Rake being in my top 10 all time favorite romances.

Not Putney's best work, but still entertaining

I have read and re-read all of Mary Jo Putney's historical romances, except for the magic series, which I didn't like so much. This one clearly was not as well thought out or developed as the others, but I am still very excited that she has started this new historical series based on four noble men who grew up together. I am not extremely critical of books as long as I am entertained by them, which is why my review is so favorable. Yes, it was predictable and the plot twists and revelations were over-the-top, but I still devoured the book, even at the end when everything happened so quickly and absurdly. Mariah was not the most intriguing heroine ever written by MJP, but her relationship with Adam was sweet and almost innocent, especially when he had his amnesia. I love the way MJP's books take you back to England in the 1800's. I will read the entire series as it is released, and I hope that the next one is more like her previous historical romances. If nothing else, reading this book makes me want to go and revisit some of her older ones, especially the Fallen Angels, the Silk series and the Bride series.

terrific Regency romance

In 1812 in Cumberland in Northwest England, Mariah Clarke inherits Hartley Manor from her late father. The previous owner, before her father that is, George Burke is outraged over the loss of his home as he believes Mariah's father won his estate by cheating at cards. He wants it back and decides to bully Mariah into marriage. She tells him she is married and husband will join her soon. She finds a God-send when she rescues a stranger from the sea. He has no idea who he is as he suffers from amnesia. She convinces him that he is her spouse Adam. However, as he struggles with his memory, Adam and Mariah fall in love. When she learns he is the Duke of Ashton she knows she must give her beloved the facts as he must choose; however she fears he will select anything but the duplicitous woman who deceived him. The opening act of the Lost Lords is a terrific Regency romance that showcases how talented Mary Jo Putney is when she turns the overused amnesia ploy into a super historical due to a great cast starring in a strong story line. The tale is fast-paced from the moment Mariah tours her new manor and never slows down as two men enter her life with one threatening to harm her body and the other her heart and soul. Harriet Klausner

A regency fairytale

I have to say that although some of the twists and turns were fairytale like who dosen't enjoy a good fairytale. I am most definetly going to read and I'm sure enjoy the next book in the series when it comes out.