4.5 Stars
Willow Farthingale never meant to punch Taunton’s magistrate, Shayne Brayden, in the nose. And she certainly did not set the fire that destroyed the coaching inn’s carriage house the very morning she was to leave for London and her society debut. But she might have seen who did, and now the handsome magistrate is not letting her out of his protection until the culprits are safely rounded up.
Shayne Brayden knew the fiery-haired Willow was trouble the moment he set eyes on her, but if she had seen the villains who set the carriage house fire, then it was possible they’d also seen her.
The eleventh book in series & it could be read on its own but there are links to other books, plus the whole series is seriously good. I loved Shayne who was just toe curlingly gorgeous, I liked Willow but she did annoy me at times but opposites attract. The Book of Love works its magic again & this was another engrossing read, which once again I devoured & read it in a sitting
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read

I feel my opinion really wouldn’t be fair as this is the first book I read in the series. Definitely should read the previous books, it is partially a continuation. The story of Shayne Brayden and Willow Farthingale, was more about the Book of Love and understanding what true love is. This to me dragged on through out the book. The last chapters finally held my interest, but as I said it may have been better to read the previous book.
I am voluntarily posting an honest review after reading an Advance Reader Copy of this story.

Willow Farthingale and her sisters were on their way to London when trouble struck. There are some men that have since been arrested, but that doesn't mean the trouble is over. It doesn't look like they will be going anywhere soon.

Shayne Braydon is the magistrate in Taunton and has his hands full with prisoners, and trying to keep a beautiful woman and her family safe is quite a distraction.

This is definitely a fun historical romance. You couldn't find two more different people, but they certainly fit.

Lots of excitement and a few giggles.

This is part of a series but easily read on it's own.

Great fun.

The Book of Love strikes again with The Wonder of Love. Willow and Shayne are wonderful and engaging characters, irresistible to each other. I loved their journey, every page a delight to read. Meara Platt writes a well crafted series, these stories bring you joy, hope and happiness.

Will the villains unsettle their romance …

I haven’t read the two last installments in this series because of a too busy reading schedule, but I had this one marked on my calendar.
It is as always a sweet tale of insta-love.
Willow is a charming young miss with a feisty temper. Yet she is still much youthful, turning to vain at one time or sulking when she realizes he is wealthy.
Shayne is a man who has seen the world and what the human being is able in the worst way. Is it Willow’s naivety and innocence that call to his protector’s instincts.
They are quite different. But the amount of time they spend together, alone, help them to erase them.

It is the classical pattern, they meet then stand toe to toe (not for very long) to then immediately read together the book of love and analyze what they already know.
As a fantasy historical romance, society dictates and rules are a lot blurred as never two strangers could have spent so much time alone, calling one another by their first name nor a magistrate would not have delegated part of his tasks, and spent so much time with one witness.

A cute love story without much challenges, some ugly villains and very supportive side characters.
3.5 stars rounded up

𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 onscreen sweet lovemaking scenes.

I have been granted an advance copy by the publisher Dragonblade Publishing, here is my true and unbiased opinion.

This is not the first book I've read by this author but it won't be the last.
This is a funny and witty book with a tendency for the absurd.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. This in no way affects my opinion of this book which I read and reviewed voluntarily

Another love match between the Farthingales and the Braydens. Willow and Shayne might have gotten off on the wrong foot but it has not slowed down their attraction to each other. Willow desires love and agrees to read the book with Shayne and they get to discuss it. However, some questions are a challenge to answer and it causes Willow to think Shayne does not feel the same way she does for him. But the Book of Love brings those destined to be together and shows one's that should not be together the reasoning to it.

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I adore these two.
A strong a potent mix .
Both are wonderful characters, affectionate, loving, but opinionated.

Shayne is dreamy , a typical Brayden, strong and large build, gorgeous, and a former soldier now Magistrate.

Willow, I wanted to slap at one point, I’ll let you be the judge of where, now I know your wanting to read the book to find out, ( evil laughing),but as a character she fit perfectly for Shayne.

The story was awesome as Meara is always on target with those.
So on the whole this was definitely another Book of Love hit for me.

Now a matter of waiting for Lorcan and Cammy, or maybe Meara could find Aunt Charlotte a long lost Brayden uncle, go on Meara, you know you want too.
I shall wait patiently to find out.

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Willow and Shayne were the best couple considering their tendency for misconduct and mischief.
I think that this book is a great idea for misconduct.
This is a book which makes you feel a lot better.
Meara Platt has done it again and written a jewel.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. This in no way affects my opinion of this book which I read and reviewed voluntarily.

Meara Platt and her Book of Love Series takes you to a beautiful place. The stories are colorful and funny. The hero’s are strong and the heroines are headstrong and brave as well as beautiful. This one is a must read but if you haven’t started at the first one I urge you to. They are all a treasure

This is my fair and honest review, voluntarily given and in my own words, for this ARC. Hmm, I am a bit torn on this reivew. On the one hand, the writing was fine, articulate and made sense. On the other hand, the story was taken completely over with an obsession focusing on the book of love. The same things were repeated over and over where there were other things that could have been further delved into to bring more excitement to the tale.

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Jumping straight in with book 11 means missing some context. That said I could definitely have done with a little more conflict between the main characters before starting the romantic portion. There were also a couple of modernisms that threw me, going from historic romance to play dress up faster than someone can say "the L-word".

Now that I have finished the book, though maybe some context was given in previous books, it felt like a fuzzy robe and mug of hot chocolate. Must be in the right mood but maybe not great every day.

Two families, the Farthingales and Braydens, have multiple family members that fall in love with the help of the Book of Love This installment (#11 in the series) features Willow Farthingale and Shayne Brayden who first meet in the previous book, The Promise of Love. Reading that book will help you appreciate Willow and Shayne's story more. I haven't read the entire series, so I'm not sure if the Book of Love stuff becomes trite, but I enjoyed this story because of the featured couple. I appreciated that they do not fall in love at first sight. Instead, their love develops throughout the book (really two books). I'm looking forward to the next installment!

4.5 stars ⭐️ This is my first time reading from the ‘Book of Love’ series, and I absolutely adored it. What a brilliant concept for a story line.. All the characters were so well written as was the rest of the story. I was immediately drawn in once I started, and never put it done until it was finished. I haven’t read a historical romance in so long, and this book reminded me of what I’ve been missing.

Willow and Shayne made the perfect couple and their love story was so sweet and passionate. I loved the concept of a Love Book, and how each Farthingale women uses it to find true love. The subplot in this book also kept me very interested and invest. I really enjoyed this book a lot. Now I want more!

It looks like Cammy and Lornac are next in line to receive the Love Book, and I can’t wait to read about their adventures next. I’m now officially hooked on this series. I will need to start at Book 1 and read them all!!!! This book releases on August 19, 2021 Don’t miss it I highly recommend it.✨Thank you to Netgalley and Dragonblade Publishing for the ARC of this wonderful story for my honest Review✨

I was thrilled to read Willow and Shayne's story after meeting them in book ten. Even then there was an attraction between them even if they didn't realize it. I knew it would be just a entertaining as the previous books in the Book of Love series. Not only were the main characters fabulously written, but so were the side characters. I now want to read their books as well. There is a lot going on for a small town, a magistrate, and guests at an inn. It's a good, fast-paced read that has me wanting to read book twelve.
Meara Platt is very talented. Check out her Farthingales series.
I received this book from NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing for an honest review.

It is Willow’s turn with The Book of Love and she finds she is attracted to Shayne. They both fight the attraction. When Shayne has to care for and protect Willow from enemies, he realizes that he can not let her go on to London for a season. I received an ARC from NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing for my honest review.