The Gambler Wagers Her Baron

Name: The Gambler Wagers Her Baron
Rating: 4.2727274894714355 (11 reviews)

Christina McKnight

Jun 2018 · La Loma Elite Publishing

4.3

11 reviews

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375

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When happily ever after is the name of the game, gamblers must risk it all in this emotional conclusion to Christina McKnight’s bestselling Craven House series

WAGERS GO AWRY

Payton Samuels has always known she wants more out of life than being the youngest daughter of the ton’s most disreputable family. While her siblings are content to bet their future happiness on marriage, Payton learned early on from her mother that love is fleeting and leads only to disappointment. She’s got a different plan: she’ll work as a governess for Baron Ashford’s children, but only long enough to win her fortune at one of his infamous masked gaming parties. When she loses big, Payton sees her chance at an independent life go up in flames—until Lord Ashford surprises her by paying her debts.

WHEN LOVE IS IN THE CARDS.

Since the tragic death of his wife, Damon Kinder, Lord Ashford, has been a man made of ice. His determination to never be hurt by love again runs so deep that he can’t even connect with his children. When they quickly take to Payton, he thinks he’s found a solution: she’ll give them the affection and support he can’t. As he spends more time around Payton, his heart begins to defrost, and he can’t stop thinking about the captivating governess.

But every seasoned gambler knows that eventually, luck runs out. Can two souls so burned by past loves forge a new future together?

Ratings and reviews

4.3

11 reviews

Margaret Watkins

30 June 2018

As Regency romance novels go, this book was a departure from the norm, however I found it difficult to relate to, especially compared to other books that I have read by this author. The language and flow of writing in this novel are good and the story is easy to read but the plot itself was somewhat awkward. The main characters had a strange relationship and although I enjoyed Payton's relationship with both the children and Damon, the Baron was not a person to draw one or make a woman feel safe, despite his concern for Payton. There was a certain amount of suspense and tension in this story, all of Payton's own doing. Although this book is part of a series and characters from previous books appear in this one too, it is nevertheless a standalone and can be read as such. The epilogue was enjoyable and finished the novel off well and being clean, it can be read by most age groups. I received a copy of this book for free as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.

Terry Watkins

30 June 2018

As Regency romance novels go, this book was a departure from the norm, however I found it difficult to relate to, especially compared to other books that I have read by this author. The language and flow of writing in this book are good and the story is easy to read but the plot itself was somewhat awkward. The main characters had a strange relationship and although I enjoyed Payton's relationship with both the children and Damon, the Baron was not a person to draw one or make a woman feel safe, despite his concern for Payton. There was a certain amount of suspense and tension in this story, all of Payton's own doing. Although this book is part of a series and characters from previous books appear in this one too, it is nevertheless a standalone and can be read as such. The epilogue was enjoyable and finished the novel off well and being clean, it can be read by most age groups. I received a copy of this book for free as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.

Patti Wissore

26 June 2018

I really liked the story of Payton with the children. Becoming the parent to them that they needed when their father emotionally abandoned them after his wife died. I loved how both he and the children changed during the book. I understand her reasons for gambling yet it almost seemed a slight addiction at times. The only thing I didn't like and drove me nuts reading the book was the constant "in your face" referencing Damon's late wife Sarah and how he loved her and felt responsible for her death. I felt that should have been mentioned less and we still would have known his feelings. I did like the references to the rest of Paytons family and their updates, I just hope at some point we get Garrett's happy ending! Thank you for the ARC, I was glad I got to read this so quickly!

About the author

USA TODAY Bestselling Author Christina McKnight writes emotional and intricate Regency Romance with rebellious women and maverick heroes.

Her books combine romance and mystery, exploring themes of redemption and forgiveness. When not writing she enjoys coffee, wine, traveling the world, and watching television.

Follow her on Twitter: @CMcKnightWriter

Keep up to date on her releases: www.christinamcknight.com

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