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How to Marry a Rake Kindle Edition

by Deb Marlowe (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 31 ratings
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This spin-off from The Diamonds of Welbourne Manor is “a fun, flirty, fantastic read! . . . If you love Regency romances, don’t miss out on this one” (Love Romance Passion).

Back from Europe, heiress Mae Halford has mended her heart after her friend Stephen Manning’s rejection. Looking radiant and full of confidence, she’s ready to find herself a husband!

Only, the first man she bumps into at a Newmarket house party is Lord Stephen himself! When the two find themselves covertly working together to find a missing prized racehorse, romance blossoms. But can Mae believe that Stephen has changed enough that their adventure will lead to the altar?

“A rollicking good story, How to Marry a Rake is Deb Marlowe at her best . . . The background of the Newmarket racing scene makes for a unique setting and there are plenty of secondary characters to add to this well-written story.” —Romance Reviews Today
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    Diamonds of Welbourne Manor spin off
  2. Print length
    307 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publisher
    Harlequin Historical
  6. Publication date
    May 1, 2011
  7. File size
    1304 KB
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About the Author

Deb Marlowe grew up with her nose in a book. Luckily, she’d read enough romances to recognize the hero she met at a college Halloween party – even though he wore a tuxedo t-shirt instead of breeches and boots! They married, settled in North Carolina. Though she spends much of her time at her laptop, for the sake of her family, Deb does occasionally abandon her inner world for the adventures of laundry, dinner and carpool. You can contact Deb at: deb@debmarlowe.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004U73TP2
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harlequin Historical; Original edition (May 1, 2011)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 1, 2011
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1304 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 307 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 31 ratings

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Deb Marlowe

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USA Today Bestseller Deb Marlowe adores History, England and Men in Boots. Clearly she was destined to write Regency Historical Romance.

A Golden Heart Award winner and Rita nominee, Deb grew up in Pennsylvania with her nose in a book. Luckily, she'd read enough romances to recognize the true modern hero she met at a college Halloween party--even though he wore a tuxedo t-shirt instead of breeches and boots. They married, settled in North Carolina and produced two handsome, intelligent and genuinely amusing boys.

A proud geek, history buff and story addict, she loves to talk with readers! Find out Behind the Book details and interesting historical tidbits at deb@debmarlowe.com While you are there, watch her concoct a historic recipe in Deb Marlowe's Regency Kitchen. Connect with her on social media to discuss books, movies, TV, recipes and her favorite Book Boyfriends in Boots.

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L. j. Charles
5.0 out of 5 stars Very fun read
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2011
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Ms. Marlowe's characters are always such a treat to read about. Mae and Stephen in How to Marry a Rake grow beautifully as individual characters as does their relationship with each other. I love Mae's intelligence and spunk. It was so refreshing to have the heroine accept, and especially to use her intelligence without hiding it or adding a touch of simpering to deflect her true self. Stephen is an excellent match for her. His ability to not only accept Mae, but scheme and respect her a joy to see in a regency relationship. Ms. Marlowe has created another winner.
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Jessantonia
4.0 out of 5 stars Really good!
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2011
It started a little slow for me but as the story progressed and I became more involved with Mae, Stephen and the rest of the characters, I got really into it. But Id love to know more about Matthew, Stephen's scarred war hero friend and hope he gets a book of his own. D.M. has a talent of getting you to care about all of her characters and Im going to read "The Diamonds of Welbourne Manor," as I will find out more about Stephen and Mae's earlier relationship there. Overall, just a really good read and I absolutely enjoyed it. I like the whole horse-themed and that the story took place in Newmarket because its nice to read stories that take place outside of London from time to time. I loved Mae as a heroine, she was super bright and Stephen was perfect for her since he truly did appreciate who she is. I highly recommend this book.
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Chels
3.0 out of 5 stars A Literal Race For Love
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2011
The reader will enjoy the main characters' - Mae Halford's and Stephen Manning's - humorous, attraction-filled friendship as they try to accomplish their double goal of finding a "stolen" thoroughbred and a husband for Mae. Descriptions of 19th century English racing provide an appealing side story; it also adds to the comedy because of the wives' plans to take an interest in the sport in order to participate in their husbands' obsession.
Young adults and adults will enjoy this love story between open-hearted, strong-willed Mae and Stephen who is just discovering his loyalty to his tenants and his love for intelligent, organized Mae.

*Complimentary copy received for this review, does not affect my opinion in any way*
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2.0 out of 5 stars GOOD STORY, BUT....
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2015
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THE WRITING, THE PLOT, THE SUB CHARACTERS WERE ALL VERY GOOD. THIS IS THE FIRST BOOK I HAVE READ BY THIS
AUTHOR, PERSONALLY....I CAN DO WITHOUT DETAILED SEXUAL CONTENT, AT THE RISK OF SOUNDING LIKE A PRUDE..
HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS ON IT. IT IS SOMETHING EVERYBODY DOES, SO IT IS NOT UNIQUE. IN MY WORLD IT'S KIND OF
LIKE DESCRIBING SOMEONE EATING, IT ALL STARTS OUT THE SAME WAY AND NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES YOU CHEW
YOUR FOOD, LICK A CRUMB OFF YOUR LIPS, SMACK, SAVOR EACH BITE, OR BURP, WE ALL PUT IT IN OUR MOUTHS AND
CHEW AND SWALLOW. THE SAME GOES FOR SEX, IT ALL STARTS OUT AND ENDS UP THE SAME. IT I S JUST KIND OF
REPITIOUS AND BORING AFTER A WHILE WHEN YOU HAVE EATEN YOURSELF MANY TIMES AND READING ABOUT SOMEONE
ELSE DOING IT, WELL ITS JUST PLAIN OLD PAGE FILLER.
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K Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars Delicious sequel!
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2011
Okay, I was a bit intrigued by the characters of Mae and Stephen in the Diamonds of Welbourne Manor -- theirs was far and away the jewel in that crown -- but this book just jacks the romance up a whole `nother notch. The Newmarket racing backdrop really set this novel apart from the field, and the historical detail seemed so real. So accurate. (Loved learning more about the interworkings of the horsey-set in England.) Complex characters with a real history between them, this couple is so perfect for one another, you just want to cheer for them as they work through all their past baggage. There's nothing flighty about the heroine Mae, the hero is hot, and parts of the book are, well, just plain racy--and I'm not talking about the horses. All in all it was what I wanted a romance to be. Add a comfy couch and a hot cup of tea, and you are off to the races with this one.
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amyoneal
5.0 out of 5 stars stephen and mae
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2016
loved this book. loved the twist of the horse racing with a little bit of who done it.
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Mattiasson Sofia
2.0 out of 5 stars not the best book in the series
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2014
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It was slightly disappointing actually, if compared to the other books in the series , it was so much talk about horses and racing and stuff that i was not very interested in.
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Serious Booklover
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, Stephen and Mae get their book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2011
When I first saw Stephen and Mae in the Diamonds of Welborne Manor, I couldn't wait to read their book. I knew they were destined for each other, and I was so glad to see that Marlowe wrote their story! Yay! Mae is such a deliciously managing heroine, and Stephen is so sexy when she starts driving him crazy. I also liked all the horse racing stuff. You don't see that much in historicals. Marlowe made it very interesting--I learned a lot. I always like to learn more about that period. The characters were engaging, the story compelling, and I didn't want to stop reading. What's not to like?
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