Yes, she grows to love Gareth, but the specter of Charles is always there in the background. While, he does mature as the story progresses, the damage is done and he never quite manages to fulfill his potential.įinally, although Juliet is a strong and admirable heroine, the fact that she is in love with the hero’s brother at the outset of the story puts a damper on their chemistry. Second, Gareth is a definite beta hero and initially comes across as childish and irresponsible. That said, Gareth’s interactions with baby Charlotte are sweet and endearing. For me, it undermines the romance and emotional connection between the characters. To begin with, I’m not fond of heroines who have had a child with a man other than the hero.

Consequently, this review reflects my own personal foibles and those who do not share them will probably enjoy the book more. Now all he has to do is figure out how to go about it …Ī wonderful premise and solid writing, but the story contains themes that are simply not my cup of tea.

Gareth, known as The Wild One for his rakish ways, is smitten with Juliet from the start and vows to reform and become the husband and father she and her daughter deserve. Little does she know that the young gentleman who comes to the passengers’ rescue is none other than her lover’s younger brother, Gareth de Montforte. Juliet Paige and her baby daughter are on their way to meet her deceased fiancé’s family in England, when her coach is waylaid by highwaymen.

The wild one terri farley