Bridgerton meets Indiana Jones in this new novel by Wren St Clair. Miss Emily Grenfell lives under the tyrannical rule of a mother who is determined to marry her to Viscount Bidenden despite her wishes. On a whim and a prayer, Em answers an ad in the the British Intiquities newspaper for a secretary to escape and is whisked away on an adventure with Deo, Earl of Pendrell. The ad leads her to the biggest discovery of her life.

The incorporation of historical fact and fiction in the book is top notch. The story is unique, fun and entirely engrossing from page one. Not only is the archeological aspect of the book fascinating but the love story is captivating. It's an immediate connection between Em and Deo, and they work so well together. I8 just with Deo would have called out Bidenden at any point.

This grumpy-sunshine, nerds-in-love novel is perfect for anyone who loves the feel of Bridgerton but also loves STEM romances. SO hard to put down and worth every second of read time.

*ARC review

fun and cute archeological romance with a good plot and good setting. good for people who love historical romance. 5 stars. tysm for the arc.

Wife Wanted by Wren St. Claire is an engaging, contemporary romance that keeps you hooked from the first page. The characters are well-developed and relatable, with chemistry that feels both authentic and sizzling. The plot moves at a great pace, blending humor, tension, and heartfelt moments seamlessly. I really enjoyed reading this book.
My only slight critique is that a few scenes felt a bit predictable, but honestly, the emotional payoff and character growth more than make up for it. Overall, it’s a fun, addictive read that balances romance, drama, and a touch of humor perfectly — I always looked forward to opening my computer to read it.