My Fair Lover by Nicole Jordan is a riveting historical romance. Ms Jordan has delivered a book that is well-written and loaded it with phenomenal characters. I totally adore the characters in this book. Kate and Brandon's story is packed with drama, humor, action and sizzling sexy bits. This story grabbed me at the first paragraph and kept me glued to my kindle until the last word. I loved reading My Fair Lover and look forward to reading more from Nicole Jordan in the future. My Fair Lover is book 5 of the Legendary Lovers Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book that I received from NetGalley.

This is book #5 in Ms. Jordan's Legendary Lovers series. Despite some references to characters and events from the previous books, it can be read as a stand-alone one.
In this story, finally Katherine Wilde, who played matchmaker to her other "Wilde cousins" in the previous books, gets to meet (or meet again!) her own destiny - Brandon Deverill, the half-American she needs to turn into an English gentleman (this plot is slightly based on Pygmalion, as all the other books in the series, which are based on famous tales). Actually, seven years ago, Deverill had turned Kate down and left for the war, breaking Kate's heart. And now Kate has to help Deverill find a bride!
I think the first half of the book is better, with a nice banter between the two main characters. The second half drags a little and is quite superficial, IMHO, since it seems more an excuse to allow the characters more time away from society (and alone...).
Anyway, in spite of some flaws, I enjoy reading this book and I'm planning to start reading this series.
*I received this book from Netgalley for an honest review.*

This was a nice story but not much drama· They could of had an encounter with pirates or something just very boring to me and I really like this author I have a bunch of her books sorry

Rated 3.5!

Lady Katherine Wilde long ago fell in love with Brandon Deverill. She even went so far as to throw herself at him, but when that didn't work, Katherine decided to change her ways. Since then she has become well-known for her calm, collected manner among society. When Brandon reenters her life asking for help, try as she may, Katherine cannot resist. With her skills, Katherine will make Brandon a proper Englishman and find him a well-suited bride.

Brandon has come back to England to finally claim the woman he has wanted for what seems like a lifetime. Long ago, Brandon had to turn down Katherine's advances out of chivalry and duty,. Now he is ready to settle down and begin a new life with Katherine. Brandon just has to convince Katherine that he is still the man she wants.

I have yet to come across a novel by author Nicole Jordan that I have not enjoyed. Her talent for making her characters and stories come to life is awe-inspiring. The latest addition in her LEGENDARY LOVERS series is such fun. MY FAIR LOVER is Katherine and Brandon's story. I am such a sucker for stories that center around a woman putting herself out there, being turned down, and later getting a second chance with that same man. Never fails to tug at my heart strings. Brandon and Katherine are just right for each other and I could not have asked for a better ending to MY FAIR LOVER. I just wish these two hadn't been so stubborn in the beginning.

This was a good story, though if you're a stickler for authenticity in your regency romance, you may be disappointed. The h has known that H for years, and even attempted to seduce him several years earlier without success. He has returned to seek a bride after the war of 1812,during which he served America, and later serving the British home office, go figure. She is now to assist him in his bride search, though he really only wants to marry her. They reach a bargain, involving a pretend (maybe) betrothal and a trip to France. Romance does ensue, and ensue and ensue. Though the story suspends all societal rules, it was entertaining and has a few fun twists.

Thank you to NetGalley and Ballantine Books for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I was intrigued by this book because it was billed as a "historical fiction" play on "My Fair Lady" which is one of my favorite musicals but other than some minor plot elements this book is it's own. I enjoyed the story overall and the dialogue in the book was a step up from the average romance novel. This book is #5 in a series and while you don't necessarily have to have read books 1-4 is might help because there are a lot of secondary characters mentioned and keeping track of who was who was a bit much. Also, this book is a little heavy on the sex. Don't get me wrong, a love scene here or there is fine and they don't call these "bodice rippers" for nothing but good gracious these characters had sex practically every other chapter. It kind of took over the book a little bit and the scenes became very boring. I actually skipped most of them at the end of the book because they were just uninteresting.

Overall, good book and I'd probably read the other books because who doesn't love a good romance novel here or there but be warned that you'll probably be blushing a lot if you read this in a public place.

I don't really know what to write about this one. I really like the series, and the books so far had been pretty good, but this just didn't do it for me. I think I expected more of the legendary lover for Kate, since she's the one who started this whole thing, but didn't seem to get to me. Said that, it wasn't all bad, but still left me unsatisfied in the end.

We always buy Nicole Jordan for our library. Another satisfying addition to her Legendary Lovers series.

My Fair Lover (Legendary Lovers, #5)
by Nicole Jordan
Anna Swedenmom's review May 08, 2017 · edit
really liked it

A definite buy even if there are ups and downs. One thing I like about this author is having plots that are different. This one was maybe a lot different then what I expected! However, it is a very enjoyable read. I like her characters as well as the way she outlines her story. The only downs that were to me confusing was the see sawing back and forth in the characters and their wants and desires. This is why I took it down one star. Even with that confusion it is still a story that you will enjoy. So buy the book and sit back and relax while she weaves the story for you in your imagination. I was given this book in return for an honest review. Anna

Nicole Jordan has written a well-rounded historical romance. Good solid plot.

A historical romance that is somewhat inspired by Pygmalion. The banter between the characters was not my favorite, but overall a fine example of the genre.

3.5/5. For me, Nicole Jordan has had moments of brilliance interspersed between quite lack-lustre offerings and this one sits somewhere in between. The hero, an American shipping company owner with English blood, returns back to England following his inheritance of some a respectable English barony. Brandon Deverill recruits Lady Katherine Wilde to help him transform into a proper English lord supposedly in order to woo an appropriate English lady and settle down into dutiful service to his new title and estate. Kate is no longer the wild girl who propositioned and was turned down by him six years earlier, when he left English shores to return back to fight for America against the English. She is still beautiful but is now all that is proper and restrained, and he longs to unveil the passionate girl he regretfully left behind for country and duty years earlier. But Kate, once burned, twice shy, is reluctant to show her feelings and is determined to keep him at arms length while throwing various prospective brides at him. So far, so good.

Unfortunately, the story and characters got a bit muddled up and inconsistent, especially once they decided to get provisionally/conditionally engaged. Example, after their first bedding, he avoided sleeping with her until she wanted him for more than his body and agreed to marry him, even though he already said he is not capable of loving her. She, on the other hand, wanted to sleep with him, even though she didn't want to marry him, despite still being in love with him. It just did my head in, this ping pong action and reaction and twisted motivations. Then they went away unchaperoned together engaged, but yet not to be married, compromised for sure by all definitions in those days, but still he refused to sleep with her (again) for the sake of propriety, never mind they shared house and who would believe they did not share more. Why would her aunt give her blessings for Kate to go and fool around with Deverill without committing herself in marriage?

This was an ARC provided by Net Galley.

You won't be disappointed with this steamy romance. Kate and Brandon make an excellent couple and I could not wait to turn the page.

The author brings you in and makes you want to be part of this wonderful Wilde family. A must read...

When it comes to Deverill, Kate is not above busting his balls, "She didn’t trust his mild reply. “‘Better’ is not good enough. You will promise to behave as a gentleman, not a heathen pirate.” Deverill knows that sometimes he has to step back and let his woman take the reins, "He gave an exaggerated sigh. “You have not wounded me. I am resigned to going through life with you occasionally wearing the breeches in the family.” I loved this book, I loved Deverill the man was totally over the moon with Kate.

This novel was a delightful read. The pace of the novel was good and I enjoyed the batter between the two main characters. The story contains romance, action, and adventure. There is also a battle of wills and which will come out the victor, love or passion?
Lady Katherine Wilde has played matchmaker to all her family members and she desires true love. The man she thought would be her mate turned her down several years ago. She has tried to get over him, but has been unsuccessful. Now, he needs her help to conform to English society. Kate will help him, as long as she helps her come to terms with the death of her parents.
Brandon Deverill has become an English lord, even though he grew up in America and is a privateer that fought against the English. She turned Kate down years ago even though he wanted her desperately. Now, he is using the introduction to society and wife hunting rouse to get close to Kate so he can marry her. She is the only woman he wants and he will do whatever it takes, including seduction to claim her.
Both Kate and Brandon are stubborn, head-strong, and passionate individuals. Neither is willing to give the other an edge. Kate cannot deny her feelings for Brandon but wants to honor their agreement. However, when Kate realizes she wants Brandon for herself, she proposes they get engaged, get to know each other to see if they suit, and if not, call off the engagement. Brandon agrees to her plan, but has no intention of letting her go. Due to his own parents, he does not quite understand why Kate is so determined for the man to love her. Until Brandon realizes he could lose her, does he finally see what Kate truly means to him. In the mist of a betrayal, will Kate and Brandon confess to what they should have years earlier or will they never have the opportunity?