I first read Lilly’s paranormal romance and fell in love with her writing style and unique twist on everything. Red Wolf is not a paranormal but a period romance. It is uniquely Lilly and an enjoyable read. I actually told Mom she would enjoy this one. If you like historical romances that are unique and have exceptionally strong women, this grab this novel.

Lilly created this unique place in Wolverden, Merica, and Angilo. She snagged me from the first page and I could not put this story down. Creating a beautiful tale with a strong woman leading the helm, it enchanted and enraptured me. I feel like this is going to be a long post on this novel, so sit back, grab some coffee, and snuggle in. It is a five-star read for me because of the humor, strength, strong female, and honor amongst those considered family.
Jacqueline is the Duchess of Wolverden. She has been given a chance no other woman in this time period has, to run a duchy without a man. Jac, as her friends call her, is not a woman to be trifled with. She is strong, faithful, loyal, and everything you want in a woman. Lilly captured every side of Jac without discrediting Jac’s need for being strong and able to support her duchy. The feminine side came out in such subtle ways but it made the story all the more enjoyable. I keep coming back to add things because I loved so much about Jac. She has grit and strength of character that is admirable even in the men who serve her and know her.
Leopold is the prince of Merica and betrothed to Jacqueline. He has his own assumptions but Richard tries to assure him to give Jac a chance. His role in this story is one of strength and wisdom. How he speaks to Jac and offers her guidance as well as wisdom will melt your heart. There were times I was laughing by what his judgement clouded to, and other times I was cheering as he stood by Jac’s side through it all.
Richard and Heather bring some comedic relief in this tale but also friendship and family not bound by blood. Heather is the sister Jac never had but wouldn’t live without. Heather has some sass in her and I love watching it come out at the best times in this story. I was smirking and chuckling. Richard did not disappoint either and you can see why the two are in love and married.
I will admit period/historical romances are not the norm for me. I don’t tend to gravitate to them. That said, I LOVED this one. It was thrilling and exciting with suspense, action, romance, and honor. Writing this review makes me want to read it again. That’s how much I enjoyed it. The surprises that came out in this story only made it that much sweeter of a romance. I don’t think Lilly could have had it play out any other way and end as magnificently as it did.

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