Rules for Heiresses by Amalie Howard Book Review

 

Title: Rules for Heiresses
Author: Amalie Howard    
Publish Date: October 26th, 2021
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Source: Huge thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC for review! 

Sometimes, finding love means flouting the rules...

Born to a life of privilege, Lady Ravenna Huntley rues the day that she must marry. She's refused dozens of suitors and cried off multiple betrothals, but running away—even if brash and foolhardy—is the only option left to secure her independence.

Lord Courtland Chase, grandson of the Duke of Ashton, was driven from England at the behest of his cruel stepmother. Scorned and shunned, he swore never to return to the land of his birth. But when a twist of bad luck throws a rebellious heiress into his arms, at the very moment he finds out he's the new Duke, marriage is the only alternative to massive scandal.

Both are quick to deny it, but a wedding might be the only way out for both of them. And the attraction that burns between them makes Ravenna and Courtland wonder if it'll truly only be a marriage of convenience after all...

Penelope's Review

I believe this is part of a series, but like most in this genre it can easily be read as a standalone. The book follows Lady Ravenna, a smart, willful, and determined young woman who is eager for adventure and unwilling to be tied down by marriage. I really enjoyed her character - her strength was admirable, and her sharp tongue had me cheering her on from the beginning. On the other hand, we have Lord Courtland (love this name), a man who decides to make his own way in life after his family shuns him. Courtland is a bit of a closed wall - he keeps his emotions close to him and doesn't reveal too much out of fear. 

Watching Ravenna and Courtland grow closer was an adventure in itself - I loved seeing her break down his walls, and loved watching him bring out the fire in Ravenna at every turn. This book had so many amazing tropes - childhood friends to lovers, disguised female lead, marriage of convenience, etc. It was a whirlwind with a great pace, and something new happening at every turn. I liked the different surprises that popped up with the other characters, it kept the story intriguing. 

Overall, I thought this was a fun, unique historical romance. It's the first I've read by this author, but I'm looking forward to reading her other books now!

Rating: 4/5 Devils!