There was nothing wrong with this novel exactly. It was really a matter of it being just too short. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy novellas from time to time, but throughout this novel things just didn't add up for me. I couldn't really get into these characters or the relationship they once shared. Perhaps if we had gotten more of a prologue that showed that aspect things would have felt more connected. Or even just a few more pages of them together when they were stranded. Something that didn't feel like we were being rushed through the story.

I did enjoy Evie's outspokenness, as well as her daughter's open curiosity. It was easy to see where these two people would make a good match with one another, but again, everything felt so rushed that I don't feel like they got a chance to have their story be heard. As good as the writing was, and as heartfelt as the story ended up, I don't feel like this is one I will easily remember a few weeks from now.

However, this novella is good for a rainy (or snowy day), and I firmly believe that fans of historical romance will enjoy this story. I would read more from this author!

DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.

A wonderfully written romantic story that can be read at any time of the year. He thoughtful way we are drawn in to the lives of Eve and Julian, along with young Mary and others, is so clever that you won’t let anything come between you and finishing this book in one sitting!
First time I’ve read anything by Renee Ann Miller, but it won’t be my last. Ms. Miller now has another devoted fan.
I received an arc from NetGalley in exchange for my volunteer review.

A sweet second chance romance you can read on a lazy afternoon and feel smiley about. Julien, the Earl, was Evie's childhood sweetheart but he left and well, they both moved on. Now, she's a widow with a small daughter named Mary. When he's thrown from his horse on a snowy day, he finds the closest house is.....Evie's! She takes him in and, over the course of the novella, they find that there's still a spark. There's nice dialogue between this well matched pair. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. I'd not read any of the books in the series and this was perfectly fine as a standalone.

I am not a big fan of short stories, they very hardly charm me; this is because there's not enough time to bond with the characters. This one was ok though. I can't say that I loved it, especially because of the hero. On the other hand, I enjoyed the heroine's daughter very much!

This is a heartfelt love story of Julien and Evie and how after ten years apart, and Evie now a widow, renew the love they shared as teenagers. The story is beautifully written and entertaining. Mary is the typical five year old and the author did such an outstanding job in writing her part, you can almost hear her asking all the questions and laughing at the responses. It is a beautiful love story and I would recommend it as a great read.

An absolutely delightful second chance story that takes place during Christmas! I very much enjoyed reading this book and I thought it was well written and I adored the humor throughout.

Julien and Eve haven't seen each other in 10 years and suddenly he's at her doorstep in a dead faint during a snowstorm. Julien is an Earl who is known to be very Scrooge like and Eve is a widowed mother to a precocious 5 year old girl, Mary. While he recovers from being thrown off and dragged by his horse, he and Eve rekindle the attraction that was between them all those years ago. Misunderstandings are cleared up and heartache turns to joy. I have to say, Mary, Eve's daughter, steals the show, I just loved her to bits:)

I was given an ARC of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

I received an advanced readers copy in exchange for an honest review

Both sweet and sexy, this author just keeps getting better and better! Looking forward to the next one

Very cute Christmas novella. It's the story of Julian and Evangeline who were childhood sweethearts. They are separated by his father and her mother.
The story puvks up 10 years later. Evangeline is a widow with a 5 year old daughter. Julian is now the Earl but has a very wicked reputation. When he is out riding on his estate, he is thrown from his horse and ends up on the doorstep of Evangeline.
Will they have their second chance at love?
This story had some funny moments and some very sweet moments. It was a light fast read and I enjoyed it.
Thanks to Netgalley for the chance to review this story.

The Taming of Lord Scrooge is such a sweet romance. Whilst a novella, the author has captured the strong feelings between two childhood sweethearts Julien Caruthers and Evangeline Breckenridge. Having fallen in love at 18, Julien promised his father that he would wait 2 years to see if he still loved Evangeline, but he found her married to another. Since then, he has lead a life of a rogue. Ten years later, they meet again when Julien is knocked off his horse and staggers to a nearby house in a snow storm. It turns out to be the home of Evangeline and her young daughter.
Both characters were so well developed, in such a short space, that it was difficult not to immerse yourself in the story. The dialogue was clever particularly between Christian and Evangeline’s daughter, Mary. The Christmas setting is also delightful. This is a delightful story in the lead up to Christmas, that would bring a smile to any reader.
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

The Taming of the Lord Scrooge is a delightful holiday-themed novella centered on childhood sweethearts, Julien Caruthers and Evangeline Breckenridge who meet again 10 years later when Julien gets into an accident and has to seek shelter from a snowstorm at Evangeline's home. This is a sweet, romantic story with witty dialogue and a Christmas setting guaranteed to put readers in a festive mood. I recommend this short story to anyone looking for a heartwarming Christmas romance. Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is the second holiday romance I've read this season. I really enjoyed this one too! The two characters, Julien and Evangeline, planned to get married when they were younger, but Julien acted a little stupid (forgivably so, it was an honest misunderstanding to the most part), and Evangeline ended up married to someone else. Now it's something like ten years later, and Evangeline is a widow with a daughter. Julien ends up stranded at her house right before Christmas, and she assists him while a snow storm is outside. The two of them fall back in love with each other, and Julien also comes to love her daughter. I thought the novella was really sweet, and I'd love to see a follow-up with the characters in later novels.

I received an ARC of this book to read through NetGalley in exchange for a fair review. The Taming of Lord Scrooge by Renee Ann Miller is a Christmas Novella in her The Infamous Lords series. The story is a delightful tale of young lovers who meet again 10 years later when Julien Caruthers, Earl of Dartmore falls off his horse and takes refuge from a storm at the home of Evangeline Breckenridge now widowed and the doctor’s daughter his family felt was not a suitable bride for him. Delightfully humorous and full of the joys of the season I enjoyed this story very much and do recommend reading it as well as the other books in the series. Medium Steam. Publishing Date October 29, 2019. #NetGalley #TheTamingOfLordScrooge #ReneeAnnMiller #ChristmasNovella #HistoricalRomance #Bookstagram #KensingtonBooks #ZebraRomanceNovels

The Taming of Lord Scrooge was a fantastic read featuring an amazing second chance romance with a wonderful holiday setting.

The last thing Julien Caruthers, the Earl of Dartmore, wants to do is go to his mother’s annual Christmas house party, but not wanting to disappoint his mother, he attends. After being overrun by debutantes, Julien escapes for a ride through the snow only for his horse to throw him and run off. After wandering in the snow, Julien finds a lone cottage and seeks refuge only to discover its’ owner is Evangeline Breckenridge, his childhood sweetheart, and her daughter. Evie never thought she would see Julien again, but she can’t leave him out in the cold, so she welcomes into her home. As Julien and Evie spend time together, they discover there’s still something between them. But will they be able to move beyond the past in time to find love before Christmas?

Evie and Julien fell in love as teenagers, but due to circumstances out of their control they went their separate ways in life. After Julien ends up at Evie’s cottage, those old feelings resurface and they find themselves fighting the attraction they have for one another. I really enjoy second chance romances, so I loved their relationship right away and the playful banter they shared was fantastic. Evie isn’t afraid to call Julien out for his behavior (and neither is her daughter) which Julien finds refreshing as most people are scared of him. When their physical relationship progresses, it’s wonderfully done with some amazing scenes. I thought the ending was well done with an amazing grand gesture that showed how much Julien had changed from being Lord Scrooge.

Overall The Taming of Lord Scrooge was just as enjoyable as the rest of the series and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a holiday historical romance to read.

Evangeline Breckenridge never thought she'd see her childhood crush, Julien Caruthers, now the Earl of Dartmore ever again. She thought she was in love back then, but was devastated when Julien went off to school and never contacted her again. Now years later, she's a widow with a child and she is shocked when a half frozen Julien shows up on her doorstep. She has no choice but to take him in and nurse him back to health. Julien's nickname is Lord Scrooge because he has taken away all the Christmas activities previous Earls used to sponsor. Can Evangeline change his mind about Christmas and will Julien be able to open his heart to love?

This was a cute short read. Ms. Miller has a knack for bringing out the best in her characters. I loved Evangeline and Julien, but it's Evangeline's daughter, Mary, who stole the show in every scene she's in. If you're looking for a feel good Christmas story, this one fits the bill nicely.

DNF at 32%. I normally like Scrooge-like heroes, but I’m having trouble connecting to the writing and becoming emotionally invested in the characters/romance. Not for me.

A second chance at love between Julien and Evie. I found this Christmas story a delight to read. My only criticism would be that it was too short! I would have liked to have read even more about them. I received an ARC from NetGalley and Kensington books for my honest review.

A charming, romantic holiday novella with just the right amount of heat. The Taming of Lord Scrooge is a great introduction to Renee Ann Miller. I have not read any of her books but will definitely be seeking out her Infamous Lords series since the Earl of Dartmore appears to be a peripheral character in that series.

This is a second chance love story between Julien, Earl of Dartmore and Evangeline Breckenridge. An accident causes Julien to seek shelter at Eve’s cottage and they get snowed in at Christmas time. Eve’s daughter Mary and her housekeeper add some amusing moments. I love Mary calling him Mr. Earl.

Thank you NetGalley and Kensington Books for the ARC

When Christmas spirit strikes, can two childhood sweethearts get a second chance?

This is my first read by Mrs Renee Ann Miller, and thanks to her, I had a goofy smile on my face for the major part of this evening. I just adored this holidays treat.
It is no Scrooge redeeming himself story, it is Ebenezer getting a second chance with the woman he loved and lost tale.
This short read was a delight of witticisms, with internal dialogue full of quips, and clever banters.
You add a magnificent specimen of an earl, with a little imp playing matchmaker angel, some sensual times and hot chocolate, and you have the perfect recipe for a wonderful afternoon by the fireplace, a steaming chocolate cup and some gingerbreads:

The very first chapters had me hooked, from the Christmas party attendees to the human boomerang butler, I had a blissful smile during my whole reading of this short tale.
Evie and Julian are two victims of their circumstances, they were too young to fight conventions nor their wise parents councils.
Evie made a life for herself when she left the memories of her first love behind. Never bitter, she embraced her role as a wife and a mother.
Now widowed, it doesn’t change her status far below from an Earl.
Julian when he realized he has lost the one woman he loved, engaged in a life of licentiousness, until his father’s death made him rethink his propensity for aimless pursuits.
So when he comes face to face with the woman he never forgot, will he let her go a second time?

This full of humour and love tale deserves much more than the classical 5 stars rating. It transported me in a snowed cottage with a lizard and a cat readying this home to be the perfect scenery for a Christmas romance.
5 stars

I was granted an advance copy through Netgalley by the publisher Kensington.
I preordered my own and here is my true and unbiased opinion.