Love Unbound

A Hearthfire Romance, Book 4

By: Michele Paige Holmes

Narrated by: Grace Noble

Graham Murray Raymond, the Seventh Duke of Warwick, has little care for his title and even less for society. Suspected of murder and known as the Black Duke, for his misdeeds and those of his father, he is intent on spending his lifetime alone, without a wife or children, to ensure he does not continue the family tradition of violence.

Unlike most young ladies her age, twenty-year-old Sophia Claybourne would rather go to university than to the altar, but furthering her education is forbidden, and she is expected to marry well. Sophie does her best to avoid the latter while seeking knowledge wherever she can, walking a constant line with her father, who is determined to use her marriage to his advantage.

When Graham receives a letter from Lady Claybourne, requesting his assistance saving Sophie from marriage to a viscount who is his nemesis and has his own reputation of ill deeds, Graham agrees to help, as it will advance his interests as well. But Sophie has made her own plans, does not care to be rescued, and has a will as strong as his. Graham may have met his match in her and found the one person who can save him from his past.

More Hearthfire Romances:
Saving Grace
Loving Helen
Marrying Christopher
Love Unbound
Love Undying (coming Summer 2025)
Twelve Days in December

©2025 Michele Paige Holmes (P)2025 Michele Paige Holmes

Beautiful regency romance

First off, I loved this narrator. I'm usually pretty picky when it comes to audiobook narrators, but I thought she did a wonderful job bringing all the characters to life, especially jumping between different accents.

I absolutely loved this book! I have read/listened to a lot of historical & regency romance books and this one has just jumped to the top of my favorites list. This story was so beautifully written. I loved Sophie's and Graham's storyline. Once I started, I didn't want to stop listening. I really enjoyed all the lighthearted moments Sophie and Graham shared together along with the more intimate ones too. And I'm really excited that I don't have to wait long for the next book!

Beautiful and touching story

“I fear I have made a bargain with the devil.”

What a beautiful ride it was into this Regency romance mostly set in Scotland. I was immediately drawn into this book and fell madly in love with these characters. Their journey to Graham's distant home is full of romantic tension and challenges, but the central traits of these two characters are firmly established and occurrences in their destination only solidified them.

The cozy routine and happenings in Scotland, especially with Graham’s niece and nephew, warmed my heart, but it was the magnetic pull between this duo that captured the magical essence of this story. There are moments of past trauma to deal with and connections with new friends that made me smile (can I just mention the governess dresses? 😆), but the rejected marriage of convenience lurked in my heart, sparking hope with every glance and touch.

Michele Paige Holmes crafts a heartfelt tale that dazzled me. I read and listened to this rich story and was equally mesmerized by both. Although the story seems to end abruptly, there is more coming soon!!!

An absolute must read!!!

This book was fantastic! I loved the different points of view we got! I couldn’t stop listening!! I had to know how it needed! I highly recommend reading! I loved it so much! Can’t wait for the second one!

Beautiful Story

Such a gorgeous Regency Romance that took me from London to a gorgeous castle in Scotland! Perfect! I really loved the deep conflicts and beautiful exploration of two people who really need each other! Can’t wait for the next book! Narration was awesome!