Publishers Weekly
★ 09/07/2015
Leigh’s Wicked Quills of London series launch, set in class-conscious 1816 London, confidently pairs an accomplished commoner and a playboy aristocrat as wonderfully appealing soul mates. Eleanor Hawke is a brilliant writer and a savvy entrepreneur who overcame a difficult childhood to become publisher of a gossipy tabloid, the Hawk’s Eye. One of her paper’s favorite subjects, the notorious womanizer Daniel Balfour, Earl of Ashford, proposes that Eleanor accompany him around town to prove that not everything reported about him is true. After a visit to a gambling den, a steamy masquerade ball, and a wildly thrilling carriage race, the two are in love, despite the problem of their different classes. Eleanor realizes that Daniel is not just another idle aristocrat and that her life has lacked excitement; Daniel discovers that Eleanor inspires him. Smart women, clever repartee, an inventive strip limerick game, and searing love scenes make this historical simply irresistible. Leigh, who also writes as Zoë Archer (the Nemesis, Unlimited series), will win readers’ hearts and minds with this opposites-attract tale that sets up a very promising series. Agent: Kevan Lyon, Marsal Lyon Literary Agency. (Oct.)
From the Publisher
I loved this book! Forever Your Earl has it all-a dashing, rakish hero and a clever, ambitious heroine who is his perfect match. Delightful banter and delicious passion. Eva Leigh’s Wicked Quills are simply divine!” — Tessa Dare, New York Times bestselling author
“FOREVER YOUR EARL is a divine blend of depth, wicked heat and sparkling wit. Eva Leigh’s characters leap off the page and linger long after you’ve closed the book. She’s a wonderful writer.” — Julie Anne Long, USA Today bestselling author
“Leigh (aka Zoë Archer) leaves Victorian steampunk behind as she embarks on a powerful, smart, snappy Regency series. The story’s feminist bent, quick pace, rapier wit and sharp dialogue perfectly merge with the simmering sexual tension and intriguing plotline, guaranteeing readers a memorable tale that leaves them begging for more.” — RT Book Reviews (4 1/2 stars, Top Pick)
“Smart women, clever repartee, an inventive strip limerick game, and searing love scenes make this historical simply irresistible. Leigh [...] will win readers’ hearts and minds with this opposites-attract tale that sets up a very promising series.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Leigh [...] launches the Wicked Quills of London series on a high note with this fabulously fun Regency-set historical that superbly showcases the author’s flair for mixing sharp wit and sexy romance.” — Booklist (starred review)
“Witty. Smart. Subversive. Charming. These are all terms that define the hero and heroine of Forever Your Earl, but can also be ascribed to the book overall. [...] I haven’t even mentioned the simmering sexual chemistry and a very inventive and naughty scene built around limericks!” — Heroes & Heartbreakers
“The book is filled with an abundance of witty banter and dry humor, along with high emotional and sexual chemistry between the two leads [...] the sharp, funny—but often heartfelt—banter between the characters is a delight.” — BookPage
“The dialogue in this book really is to die for; it’s sharp, witty, innuendo-laden—and often downright hilarious [...] Forever Your Earl is a terrific story and one I have no qualms about recommending most heartily [...] the book is most definitely going on to my keeper shelf.” — All About Romance (Desert Isle Keeper!)
“An arrogant but honorable rake falls for a smart, pragmatic commoner in a fun, sexy adventure that is the first in a compelling series about bold women writers” — Library Journal
All About Romance (Desert Isle Keeper!)
The dialogue in this book really is to die for; it’s sharp, witty, innuendo-laden—and often downright hilarious [...] Forever Your Earl is a terrific story and one I have no qualms about recommending most heartily [...] the book is most definitely going on to my keeper shelf.
Tessa Dare
I loved this book! Forever Your Earl has it all-a dashing, rakish hero and a clever, ambitious heroine who is his perfect match. Delightful banter and delicious passion. Eva Leigh’s Wicked Quills are simply divine!
Booklist (starred review)
Leigh [...] launches the Wicked Quills of London series on a high note with this fabulously fun Regency-set historical that superbly showcases the author’s flair for mixing sharp wit and sexy romance.
Heroes & Heartbreakers
Witty. Smart. Subversive. Charming. These are all terms that define the hero and heroine of Forever Your Earl, but can also be ascribed to the book overall. [...] I haven’t even mentioned the simmering sexual chemistry and a very inventive and naughty scene built around limericks!
RT Book Reviews (4 1/2 stars
Leigh (aka Zoë Archer) leaves Victorian steampunk behind as she embarks on a powerful, smart, snappy Regency series. The story’s feminist bent, quick pace, rapier wit and sharp dialogue perfectly merge with the simmering sexual tension and intriguing plotline, guaranteeing readers a memorable tale that leaves them begging for more.
BookPage
The book is filled with an abundance of witty banter and dry humor, along with high emotional and sexual chemistry between the two leads [...] the sharp, funny—but often heartfelt—banter between the characters is a delight.
Julie Anne Long
FOREVER YOUR EARL is a divine blend of depth, wicked heat and sparkling wit. Eva Leigh’s characters leap off the page and linger long after you’ve closed the book. She’s a wonderful writer.
