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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Michelle Austin

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves #1) by Madelynne Ellis was a good 4 star read.

Viola was caught in a compromising position that has put her in a predicament in regards to finding a husband. She still had hope that someone would come and kiss her under the kissing bough, so she continued to go each Christmas Eve.

Percy and Lord William heard about Viola and were hoping she was the one for them. They have a unique relationship and with the rumors about Viola she would be perfect for them. Will they be able to convince her to be with them? Will she finally get the husband she desires?

Overall this was a good quick read. We get some steaminess and all the characters were great. Although, I would have liked to see the story be a little longer and include the compromising incident so that we could better understand why it happened. The author does a great job with her writing and I look forward to reading more from her. 1-click and get started today.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Betsy Melano

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A short Christmas Romance. Wonderful historical story that brings the characters to life in a way I didn’t expect. Viola has been shamed ever since she ended up hiding in a closet where two men happened to be intimate. It brought shame to her family and she has been cloistered in the “nursery” with her aunt except on Christmas Eve. Viola hopes that one day she may meet the one by standing under the mistletoe. I really loved where the story went from here. It’s definitely a sexy story!

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Mirela Ruiz

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis was a steamy and cute quick read. I loved Viola, she was so young and innocent of what she had been accused of. Percy and William were well developed and you could easily tell who was who. The steam did not disappoint. A great set of characters that I would love to follow into the rest of their lives.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Rachel Moss

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough by Madelynne Ellis was a great read! Not only was it super steamy, but it had a great storyline as well. I was instantly enthralled from the first page and didn’t want to put it down. I loved the characters in this novel, even the super rude and judgemental characters. It was a great period erotica story in my opinion, I felt like I was actually in that time period. This is the first novel I’ve read from this author before and I can’t wait to read more in the future!

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough by Madelynne Ellis
Four Stars

The Kissing Bough is a short historical romance by Madelynne Ellis. Madelynne Ellis is a new author to me, but I’m glad I found her. I really enjoyed this story. It is fast paced and steamy. The story flows and the characters are detailed and so likable.the three main characters have some sizzling hot chemistry. If you are looking for a little naughty and a little nice short, I highly recommend this book. I look forward to reading more book from Ms. Ellis.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Faith Jackson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m used to loving this regent time period. This was a quick read. From beginning to the end, it was everything you could imagine and more. This was sensual and sexy story that what for the time period is made the more delicious to read about. This book will not disappoint in any way.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Reviewed by Laura-Jane Minnie

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great short read. I didn’t realise it was a historical romance until i started reading it, not normally the genre i go for but i actually really enjoyed it. It has major fairy tale vibes that get a bit steamy you will not be left disappointed.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Karyn Taylor

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough is a regency menage novella by Madelynne Ellis and is the first book in the Forbidden Loves series. At only 90 pages it is a quick read but the author still manages to pack a great story into those 90 pages. This was my first read of this author’s work so I was unsure what to expect. What I got was a great, well written story with great characters, some of whom I loved and others I didn’t like very much (Viola’s horrible brother).
I’m sure that those who lived in Regency times would have been totally scandalised by the very thought that menage relationships even existed. To be honest I’m sure many here in the 21st Century would be just as scandalised. I however, loved Viola’s story with Percy and William.
Due to being in the wrong place at the wrong time, Viola has a reputation that she dies not deserve. So when she stands at the Kissing Bough in the hope to be kissed by a prospective suitor she is sought out by cousins William and Percy who want her to enter into an agreement with them.
This is a great Christmas read which I devoured in one sitting and thoroughly enjoyed. I was hooked to the story from the very beginning and the author kept me engaged throughout right up to the very end. Definitely recommend.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis is a great historical romance that takes a walk on a slightly more wild side than most within this genre. It is and interesting story and one I got into really easily. I loved the dynamic between the main characters, it felt natural and full of chemistry.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it was an overall enjoyable story. There were a few times I wanted it to have a bit more depth to it however I became invested in the characters and wanted to see how things would end up. This was a fairly easy read and one I got through pretty quickly which made it perfect for the holidays. I would definitely say anyone interested in this genre should read this book.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Carrie Reed

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

Yes! I loved everything about this book. The only thing I didn’t like was that it ended! I really wanted to see more of Percy, William and Viola’s new life together! Period romance books are among my top favorites, this one did not disappoint me. I really loathed Viola’s family for the way they treated her and the thoughts they had towards her all because of a misunderstanding, something that didn’t happen as everyone thought they saw. I was so happy that Viola could find her happy, her love with Percy and William, it didn’t hurt that there was a little M/M thrown in as well. I very much look forward to reading more from this author.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis is an erotica, historical, romance story. This is a well written short ménage à trois. Historical is not really my genre but this delightful little tale was too short even for me. But don’t let the number of pages deter you, Madelynne has given us a full book in fewer pages. It is hot, it is racy, and is a forbidden sin especially given its era. Untrue rumours lead a young lady’s life to ruin. But it is those same rumours that lead her into a relationship that is definitely taboo and shunned upon.

 

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this steamy Regency ménage by Madelynne Ellis. Our heroine, Viola Marsh is a young women who after a misunderstanding has been forced to live an austere life, locked away in her old nursery with her spinster aunt constantly watching her. Her family have basically given up on her and her brothers only give her attention when forced to, due to the social etiquette of the times. Viola’s highlight is on Christmas Eve when she is allowed to take part in the tradition of wassailing, having been abandoned by her older brother Viola carries on with her tradition of standing under the ‘Kissing Bough’. It is here that cousins Percy Gilling and Lord William Ricborough come across Viola poised beneath the mistletoe on the snow-covered hilltop. Following a kiss from William, the pair escort her home and when they meet again at her families ball that evening Will and Percy confide in Viola that although Will’s intentions towards her are honourable he and Percy have a close and unique relationship, and they require a very particular woman who can satisfy both their needs. A shocked Viola has to decide whether to take a chance on their proposal or return to her lonely and quiet life in the nursery.
The author really bought the Regency era to life along with all the varies etiquette’s that young ladies had to live by. I really felt for Viola and was cheering her on hoping she would get her happy ever after. The chemistry between Viola, William and Percy really came across in the story and led to some rather detailed steamy scenes. An enjoyable and engaging read and I look forward to reading more books by Madelynne Ellis.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Piper Foster

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Viola does this tradition every year. Now two men at once what is she to do will she take up on the porosed offer. Intrigued by the proposition she worries about rumours one said and wonders if it will change their minds. An utterly delightful short Romance. It’s chrtimas time what a lovely time for this magical tale of romance

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Chantelle Smith

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough is my first read by this author and boy oh boy was it a hot one! This read you could tell from the very first page that it was going to be one that you wanted it to carry on, and for a read that was short like this it really did have everything and more! I really enjoyed this book, while it had the perfect storyline and brilliant characters the scenes which this author gives us are off the charts hot and passionate, while also capturing the innocence of Viola and the desire and want, all while being somewhat gentlemanly of Percy & Lord William. These characters have an instant connection, their chemistry is off the charts and I really wanted to find out more. If you want a Christmas romance read that heats up the pages and leaves you wanting more then this is the book for you!

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Gail Guerrero

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis Review by Gail Guerrero

Four Stars

The kissing Bough was a interesting story. I’ve read a lot of MFM books and this one by far is the most proper. I couldn’t get over how much more dirty it sounds when spoken in old language. The author really threw me with how good the story was written. It felt very classy and elegant. I’m all for doing what is right for you but incest is a big no for me. I kind of blocked that part out. It was a nice short read. Viola literally found herself due to a misunderstanding. She was granted her freedom due to poor choices. Percy and Will were interesting characters would’ve liked more of a background on them. I guess back then marrying or loving a cousin wasn’t strange or against the law. I say read it if you need something short and full of understanding and enlightenment.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this short Christmas romance story. This is a well written story that has characters that bring the story to life. This story reads like a fairytale in a way that makes it entertaining and fast paced. The characters are connectable and kept me turning pages to the end. They heated up my night as much as they heated up the pages. This is a story about Viola. She has been locked up by her aunt with the only freedom is Christmas Eve. Percy and Lord William are not only cousins but they also have a special relationship. They need a special woman but what they are not expecting is Viola. I enjoyed their chemistry together and how they made the story come to life. Will Viola get a fairytale ending? This made such a great Christmas story and fun to read. I highly recommend this book.

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The Kissing Bough (Forbidden Loves) by Madelynne Ellis
Genre – Erotic romance, Historical romance, Menage a trois
Page Count – 88 pages
Viola Marsh has been forced to live an austere life, locked away under the watchful eye of her spinster aunt. Only on Christmas Eve is she allowed her freedom, to take part in the tradition of wassailing. Cousins, Percy Gilling and Lord William Ricborough share a close and special relationship, and they require a very particular woman to satisfy their needs. What they’re not expecting is to find her poised beneath the mistletoe on a wintery hilltop.

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