Review: Only Read Emma Locke's...Loved It!!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 11 26, 2013
The Cheer in Charming an Earl is the first book that I have read by this author, but it will not be my last! This story is a short Christmas novella that can be easily enjoyed in an afternoon or evening…trust me it is perfect curled up to a toasty fire with a cup of tea.In this story we meet the lovely Elinor who is residing with her family which is made up of several sisters, all who are in need of husbands but will not have the pleasure of a season on the Ton to find one.  When a man stops by her brother’s shop, Elinor becomes a scheming little miss and puts a plan into play that will allow her to meet the handsome fellow who she has religiously researched through the gossip rags from London.While she may be scheming, Elinor is still very naive, something that comes into play when she finally arranges herself in front of the handsome Grantham. His lifestyle is not one that she was counting on and due to her untimely encounter she now finds her reputation is in jeopardy.With the help of her “ailing” aunt, Elinor finds respite from Grantham although it doesn’t take her long to admit that her heart has already been lost. Even though they shared a few moments where she was sure something more would be possible it is up to her to face the consequences of starting off on the wrong foot with Grantham as well as a world that views her much differently after being present at his home.Together they must put together the pieces, Elinor with what she has recently done and Grantham with what he has done for years. Only after they face these things will they be able to see if they will be facing the future together.I think that Emma Locke did a marvelous job with this story. I completely enjoyed it and have already looked into her other books so that I can add them to my ever growing “to be read” pile. I think that if you enjoy historical romance, you will enjoy this entertaining Christmas story.I received this book in exchange for my honest review which has been stated above.