Lord Difficult was everything I’d expect and desire from a historical romance. Elements of this romance harken back to traditional romance novels similar to Catherine Coulter’s in which the reader is deeply immersed in the historical elements of the story through the unique writing style. This book was an interesting blend of, what feels like Victorian England and Scottish elements that make up so many historical romances. The characters are well-developed and have strong backstories; I especially enjoy the profession of the MMC, so unique! Throughout, little tidbits of secrets and interesting pieces of information are revealed, keeping the story moving at a relatively consistent pace. This is a well-written slow burn with minimal spice.
So, Here are my Top 5 for Lord Difficult by Eileen Putman
Profession of Mr. Robert Tavish – Mr. Tavish has a very unique backstory and profession as an archeologist. Not only is this a unique profession to see in a romance novel, but definitely in a historical romance!
Character Development of Mr. Robert Tavish – Throughout the novel, Mr. Tavish’s character changes, developing in subtle ways that ultimately come to show a reasonable development behind his character.
Side Character Backstories – I think John is my favorite! His role throughout the story remains a strong, solid presence that helps to provide a backbone that runs the length of the novel.
Odd Elements – There are a few elements in the novel that are just odd enough or “off-the-wall” enough that it helps to keep the reader absorbed and wondering what happens. These elements are ingrained in the story well enough that they don’t necessarily stand out as obviously odd, but rather, curious and interesting.
Standalone/Interconnected – My absolute FAVORITE series to read are the ones that can be considered standalone, with each couple gaining their happily-ever-after yet having undercurrents of unanswered questions through the series.
So, if you’re looking for a sweet, more traditional historical romance, I definitely recommend checking out Lord Difficult and as always, Happy Reading!
