Love Me, Lord Tender

Written by DEB MARLOWE

Narrated by Siobhan Waring

Debutantes fear him. Their mamas shun him. And it’s all the fault of that gossip-monger, Lady X.

William Grey, Lord Tensford, has an old title and an empty purse. He knew it would be difficult to find a Society bride, but after Lady X heeds baseless rumor and brands him Lord Terror, it’s next to impossible.

Until he comes to the aid of Lady Hope Brightley, who staunchly defends him to the ton, causing Lady X to re-dub him Lord Tender.

It’s no improvement. Now he’s a laughing stock as well as a fortune hunter. But Lady Hope means to repay his kindness by helping him to find a bride. But in the end, will she turn him over to the perfect mate? Or ask him to . . . Love Me, Lord Tender?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Deb Marlowe
• Release date: Apr 2, 2021
• ISBN: 9781664983182

DEB MARLOWE

Deb Marlowe grew up with her nose in a book. Luckily, she’d read enough romances to recognize the hero she met at a college Halloween party – even though he wore a tuxedo t-shirt instead of breeches and boots! They married, settled in North Carolina. Though she spends much of her time at her laptop, for the sake of her family, Deb does occasionally abandon her inner world for the adventures of laundry, dinner and carpool. You can contact Deb at: [e-mail]

Reviews for Love Me, Lord Tender

[ButtonsMom2003 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Audiobook Review:
Overall – 5
Performance – 5
Story – 5

Fantastic audio performance and I loved the story.

Love Me, Lord Tender is the first book I’ve read by Deb Marlowe and I’ve got to be honest…it’s not a book that I’d normally choose to read. I read it because of the Coastal Magic Convention 2024 Reading Challenge – Deb Marlowe is one of the featured authors. But I loved this book – so much that I immediately started listening to book two and then quickly moved on to book three.

Siobhan Waring’s excellent audio performance had a lot to do with my enjoyment of the story. I used to say I was really picky about female audiobook performers and I still am to a certain extent. I read and listen to mostly MM romance (male/male) and most of the male narrators I love do very credible female voices but I always thought that most female narrators didn’t do well with male voices. My opinion on that has changed – in large part because of voices like Siobhan’s. She did a great job with all of the voices in this book and it was easy to distinguish each character.

Other reviewers can tell you about the story but the blurb pretty much says it all so I’m just going to leave it here, with my gushing review of the audiobook performance.

[Liz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I’ve been eagerly awaiting the audiobook release of Deb Marlowe’s Love Me, Lord Tender. It did not disappoint!

Loved the characterization of Lady Hope and Lord Tensford. They had interests and passions that added to their depth.

Their interactions were a lot of fun. I enjoyed that they had a chance to get to know each other and become friends. I hope we get to see a cameo or two of them in future books as their relationship develops. I think they will be good partners for each other.

I found myself looking for more chores to do so that I could keep listening!

The narration was also excellent. I’ve got my eye on some of Siobhan Waring’s other narrations, now.

Looking forward to listening to the rest of the Unconventional Courtships series as they come out in audiobook format.

[Tamye Whitener · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Enchanting story!

While historicals are one of my least favorite genres. This book captivated me. The characters were my favorite part. They showed the English aristocracy in many of their varied faces. Most are shallow and vapid, but others are serious and worried about others. This was done with humor and a bit of satire. Making for a very enjoyable read.

The narrator did a wonderful job only adding to the ambiance of the story.