Then Came You audiobook

spoiler warning There is a huge misunderstanding. Hero is leaving with his righteous anger. Heroine calls out to him and he stops. Heroine explains without turning it into huge ball of omissions. They talk it out and solve the problem. Aaannd romance readers everywhere cries!!!Finally! This book gets a 5 stars rating just for that scene from me. I really liked the heroine and the hero as a cherry on top =)

Lisa Kleypas can do no wrong. I loved this book so much and was all in for the enemies to lovers situation happening. Lily is ostracized from her family for being too eccentric. Now, she's back in order to protect her sister from a marriage she knows won't suit her. Alex is an earl who lost his fiancé to a riding accident and he is now engaged to Penelope, Lily's sister. The moment Alex and Lily meet, Alex wants nothing to do with Lily and thinks she is wild and inappropriate. The more time the two spend together, though, the more antics they engage in and the closer they become. I loved Alex's character and how he fell so hard for Lily. He is so stoic on the outside but such a cinnamon roll on the inside, especially when it comes to his brother. I loved that about him. Lily has also been damaged in her past and finds it impossible to ever trust a man again. While it may be annoying to some, I enjoyed how hard and long Alex had to work to get Lily to trust him. He really had to earn her love and that really proved to Lily that Alex was serious and wasn't going to run away from her. Lily is also a very independent and strong heroine, which I always love in historicals. I adored Lily's friendship with Derek Craven and can't wait to finally read his book next!

Lily is a bad bish. Ugh. This book had such complicated layers in the relationship and character dynamics. Loved it so much.

Reseña completa: http://masromance.blogspot.com.es/201...me ha gustado muchísimo!!! Quizás no es una novela perfecta y serían 4.5, pero le voy a dar las 5!!!Es una puera guerra, entre voluntades. Con dos personajes dolidos que muestran una actitud tan diferente ante su dolor. Que se complementan.Lilly me ha gustado mucho, esa mezcla de bravura y ternura, arrojo y timidez. Sí que es cierto que en ciertas escenas a la autora se le va un poco la mano, pero me ha arrancado más de una carcajada con esas locuras. Alex es un personaje también lleno de contrastes. Asumo que estos protagonistas tan fríos y snobs que lo único que tienen es una coraza para evitar volver a sentir dolor, son mi debilidad!!! Y desde aquí alzo mi voz para admitir mi terrible imparcialidad. Frases y acciones que en otro protagonista seguro que me habría cabreado bastante, en este ha funcionado muy bien para mostrarme esa pasión total y refrenada.Me ha gustado la evolución de su relación. Me gustan estas historias en las que los protagonistas son tan semejantes que están en contínuo enfrentamiento de voluntades. Quizás no sea la mejor novela de la autora. Pero hay que tener en cuenta la originalidad (a veces pasmosa) de Lilly en la época en la que se publicó la novela

I re-read this one, needing a book where I could really LOVE the hero after plowing through a surfeit of tortured, arse-hole heroes.And I certainly do love the hero, Alex. Fabulous book- Kleypas at her best. We have a strong yet vulnerable heroine, Lily. And we have a passionate, caring hero who does his utmost to win Lily's trust and support her through everything. An interesting (and emotional) sub-plot as well.Just a really wonderful romance with a capital "R".If you are looking for a bastard meets doormat kind of romance, this is not it. If you are looking for a hero who has depth, integrity and honour, however, then read this book!I blinked and sighed and thought: I need to marry that man!

ME ENCANTA!!!Al fin se me está pasando mi bloqueo, gracias Lisa Kleypas.Ya necesitaba un libro así que me volviera a la VIDA.Me gustó muchísimo este libro, a pesar de que al principio no me estaba convenciendo, sobre todo la protagonista pero cuando la historia empezó agarrar ritmo ya no lo pude soltar me atrapó.Tiene una protagonista poco convencional muy atípica a lo que ya estamos acostumbrados al género, adelantada a su época y con un comportamiento muy de hombre le gusta la cacería, jugar a las cartas asistir a un club para caballeros, no tiene filtro le gusta hablar sobre temas que sólo se le tiene permitido al género masculino en pocas palabras es una mujer bastante escandalosa e independiente.Lily se cruza en el camino de Alex Raiford un conde frío, arrogante e implacable está a comprometido con su hermana menor pero ella está decidida a impedírselo porque piensa que se hermana necesita a alguien que la quiera y no le cause temor, pero se ha topado con la horma de su zapato.Alex al principio no me estaba gustando era bastante snob pero conforme lo fui conociendo y la autora nos mostraba otra faceta de él me fui ablandando y me llegó a gustar mucho y la pareja que hacía con Lily me enamoró.Tiene sus partes sentimentales y muy desgarradoras por parte de Lily casi lloro por su sufrimiento y la parte donde sentí que se me apachurraba mi corazón era cuando Derek sufre por Lily y la deja en manos de Alex cuando él siempre la ha amado, yo necesito leer su libro.

Lisa Kleypas creates a carnal magical love-story between the spirited and scandalous beauty of a heroine Wilhemina "Lily" Lawson,and the one man she refuses her sister to marry, the head-strong and noble hero Alex Raiford. Alex with his realistic but tortured mind..can`t get over how quickly this wild-flower changes his whole life,soul and heart.These two head ahead together are MAGIC,and Lisa Kleypas is a master storyteller as usual in the way she presents these passionate characters,and their journey of heartbreak,laughter,adventure and love.Alex stubbed out his cigar and threw the butt into the fireplace. “My garden doesn’t need improvement,” he snarled. “It’s been the same way for twenty years!”She nodded cheerfully. “Precisely my point. I told him that the style of your landscape is sadly outmoded. All the really fashionable gardens have several ponds all around them. I showed Mr. Chumley exactly where a new one must be dug.”A flush of scarlet crept up from Alex’s collar to his temples. He wanted to strangle her. “Chumley wouldn’t overturn a spoonful of dirt without asking my permission.”Lily shrugged innocently. “He seemed enthusiastic about the notion. I wouldn’t be surprised if he’s already begun digging. Really, I think you’ll adore the changes.” She gave him a fond, sisterly smile. “And whenever you walk by that dear little pond, perhaps you’ll always think of me.”Raiford’s features contorted. He made a sound that resembled a roar as he stormed out of the parlor.Totty, Penelope, and Zachary all stared at Lily.“I don’t think he appreciated my idea,” she remarked, looking disappointed.Lily is a creature of wonder and spirit,she can never stay still in one place and treasures her freedom and independence above all else.A male friend of hers that is in love with her sister asks for her help of stealing her Penelope away from Alex.I just love Lily`s mischievous plans on that part,how she unknowingly bewitches Alex with her twisted, tricky, haphazard charm,teases him and laughs at him and the scene when she abducts him and ties him to her bed was HILARIOUS,lol!Alex Raiford is a hero to die for!I just respect and love him as a man of noble and strong nature.His undying devotion,loyalty and love for Lily made me swoon,and i just adore his overprotective and jealous side when it comes to Lily!(Ah,but all Kleypas heroes are like that)I also love that he is blonde,and his warm relationship with his younger brother Henry made me fall for him more as Lily did.Alex knows she is a woman capable of matching his passion, strength, and stubbornness with her own..and i just L.O.V.E how he is after her.After the way Lily turned his whole upside down i knew Alex would be a hero in hot pursuit of her.The scene when he laughs after finding out that he loves Lily,made me laugh with him!I love him..just love love love!Ah,he is my babe!!!!!I have also finally come to meet the mysterious Derek Craven,the Anti-hero i have heard so much about from my friends.He seems so dark and haunted,and i can`t wait to read his story with Sara in "Dreaming of You". Its the same feeling i had when i fell in love with Logan in "Somewhere i will find you" and read his own story with Madeline in "Because you are Mine".Listen to me carefully, Wilhemina. Your mistakes, your past, your fears…none of it will change how I feel about you.”She swallowed hard, trying to absorb the statement. “I-I don’t like that name,” she faltered.“I know,” he said gently. “Because it reminds you of when you were a girl. Wilhemina is frightened and eager, wanting to be loved. And Lily is strong and brave, and would tell the world to go to hell if she wanted to.”“Which do you prefer?” she whispered.He nudged her chin upward, staring into he eyes. He smiled slightly. “All of you. Every part of you.”-Alex and Lily

5 STARS He knew she couldn’t be trusted with his heart, but somewhere along the way he had already given it to her. She had turned his life upside down. She had changed everything. He loved her. The simple truth was astonishing, but undeniable. Fervently he pressed his lips into her hair, his body rife with un-contained, anxious joy. Dear God, I absolutely loved this!! Just the kind of 'enemies to lovers' romance I adore. Strong, rebellious heroine and an equally stubborn and demanding hero. Kryptonite, I tell you. I will definitely be reading this one again. It just kills me that I've had this in my library for ages, and have just picked it up. I cannot wait to start book 2 in the series. I have nothing bad to say about it. Pure Kleypas GOLD!

Maravillosa novela, absolutamente original en el género, tanto por sus personajes como por la historia, que es increíblemente emotiva, sobre todo acercándonos al final, cuando se va develando y solucionando el oscuro pasado de Lily. Me gustó mucho como va evolucionando la personalidad de los dos personajes principales, influenciados por el temperamento del otro, tanto que el libro se podría dividir en dos. En resumen, excelente autora, excelente libro... hace tiempo que no sacrificaba tantas horas de sueño, por no poder postergar la lectura.

I read this for the second time in 2021 and I have to bump up my 3.5 rating to a 4!

Originally Posted At Addicted To Romance. I was shocked to learn I hadn't done reviews on this series and that has GOTTA change now!! Because quite frankly both of these books are amazing. But let me discuss the first book in the series...Then Came You. Now what is so great about this book?? Well quite frankly quite a bit. We have our heroine, who is unconventional, wild and free and doesn't like to be tied to. She likes to ride, hunt, shoot, wear trousers and jump into freezing waters for a thrill. Not your typical debutante? Well she isn't any typical heroine. But she also has many vulnerabilities, including the fact that she is on the search for her daughter who was kidnapped. When she learns her young shy and quiet sister Penelope is set to marry the formidable Alex the Lord of Wolverton. Alex seems to be harsh and cold, but he just hides who he really is. He still suffers from grief of his fiancee who died while riding and broke her neck. But Lily wakes up his passions and his possessive nature. “I want to give you whatever elusive, impossible, goddamned mysterious thing it is you need in order to be happy. Does that frighten you? Well, it frightens the hell out of me. Don't you think I'd stop feeling this way if I could? It's not as if you're the easiest woman in the world to—" He checked himself suddenly.” These two are quite frankly....EXPLOSIVE!! Re reading this book was a fun ride and I can't believe I hadn't read this one in so long. I really adored both characters, I would have five starred this one but there were a couple scenes where anger gets the best of the heroine and I didn't exactly concur with her actions. But overall what a enjoyable story! I love the humor, the fabulous dialogue and the chemistry these two have. And we get some fun times with the hero of Dreaming Of You Derek Craven. He really pulls matchmaker a bit here, and I enjoyed his role in their story.

4.5 stars. Lisa Kleypas never misses for me, and I don't have the time to review it like I should, but this one was fabulous! Amazing characters as always, I loved both Lily and Alex, even when they hated each other. 🔥 Great story and the plot had me hooked all the way to the end. (view spoiler)[And Alex as daddy (hide spoiler)]

Ahhh..I needn't have had any fear. This is just as golden as any other Kleypas gem.Alex and Lily are shining and bright. Fierce and poignant. I adored every moment.5/5 stars