A Devilish Element

· Incantatrix Press
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Can a bluestocking and mathematician admit the truth of their feelings, or will a certain devilish element end a love that’s just begun?


Remote Cedarton Castle is haunted. That’s what Eliza Wakefield’s sisters say before she sets off to visit. Somehow, the crumbling ruin is even more isolated and foreboding than expected. Its inhabitants are a small cluster of Lord Linfield’s closest allies. Moreover, all is not well with the Linfield’s marriage, leading Eliza to fear for her friend’s safety and her mind.


Mathematician Jem Whistler is owned by a lord who demands things he’d rather not give. Unexpectedly reunited with the woman who holds his heart, he struggles to keep his attachment hidden. When the threat from Cedarton’s white lady increases, Jem and Eliza must work together to uncover the true nature of the spectre haunting Cedarton’s shadowy halls. That’s if they can keep their hands off one another long enough to investigate.


Dive into this tale of gothic mischief, medicine, and murder, and discover the Wakefields, four spinster sisters and the brother who’s determined to see them matched. A Devilish Element is the first book in the Wooing the Wakefield’s series. Readers of a delicate disposition beware, spicy shenanigans, chemistry, and corpses abound in this tale of gothic Regency romance and mystery.

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4.3
3 reviews
Noreen Hussain
9 June 2024
A very intriguing dark regency romance.liked both the main characters.Jem and Eliza meet again at Cedarton castle.Eliza comes to visit her friend Jane who is married to Lord Linfield.She wants to find out about her friends marriage and the reasons behind it. Jem is Lord Linfields tutor and along with Linfield's physician Bell and some friends they have all been invited to Cedarton. Jem got caught in Linfield's trap after trying to forget about Eliza. They are both delighted to see each other again and the chemistry between them is explosive.There are things Jem doesn't want Eliza to know,he wants to tell her,but doesn't.The truth always comes out and when Eliza finds out she is heartbroken. There is a lot going on at Cedarton,ghosts,accidents,fights,secrets, dead bodies,murder,spice,drama,romance and there is a happily ever after. I do not want to spoil anything so thats all i am going to say. I recieved an advanced review copy for free via The Indie Pen PR and am voluntarily leaving my review.
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Moon Fox
2 June 2024
I enjoyed this intriguing read. A smart and engaging combination of romance and suspense fuels this book and that had me eager to keep those pages turning. The chemistry between Eliza and Jem was easy to feel and I found myself passionately rooting for them.
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Amy Howie
31 May 2024
A mathematician forced into a unwanted relationship, a bluestocking, a loveless marriage and a ghost, what's is going on at Cedarton? I'm a big fan of Madelynne' books especially the Scandalous Seduction series so you can imagine my delight at A Develish Element and upcoming Wooing the Wakefields series. This book didn't disappoint. No spoilers from me. I urge you to read it and enjoy it as much as I did.
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About the author

Madelynne Ellis is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling British author of angsty bisexual romance. She lives in the UK, where you can find her surrounded by books, sipping rapidly cooling decaf coffee, and listening to loud music.

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