The New Earl’s Convenient Wife by Julia Justiss-review

The New Earl’s Convenient Wife (Soldier’s to Heirs 2) by Julia Justiss-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date January 15, 2026

An 1830s marriage of convenience, high society romance continues the Soldiers to Heirs series

Reigniting an old longing…

For the new Earl!

When his brother dies unexpectedly, soldier Rafe Tynesley is forced to become the new Earl. His late brother’s betrothed, Juliana Waverton, helps Rafe adjust, but originally destined to be a countess, she’s facing spinsterhood. Rafe’s position requires he wed, so he’ll return the favor—by offering Juliana a practical marriage!

Juliana has always secretly loved Rafe, and his proposal is bittersweet—it’s all she’s ever craved, but he’s sworn off love, so she can’t forget it’s for convenience. Yet how will she protect her heart when her husband’s touch sends her up in flames?

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REVIEW: Julia Justiss delivers another entry in her Soldiers to Heirs series with The New Earl’s Convenient Wife.

A classic Regency romance that hits all the right notes for fans of marriages of convenience and uniformed heroes. Set in the 1830s, it follows soldier Rafe Tynesley, who is thrust into the role of earl after his brother’s unexpected death. Struggling to adapt to aristocratic life, Rafe turns to Juliana Waverton, his late brother’s longtime betrothed for guidance.

Facing spinsterhood after years of waiting, Juliana finds herself in a precarious position until Rafe proposes a practical marriage to secure his title and repay her kindness.Juliana’s long hidden love for Rafe adds a bittersweet layer to their arrangement. Rafe, scarred by war and determined to avoid the vulnerabilities of love, brings that brooding military intensity that the author writes so well.

Their chemistry builds slowly, with sparks flying as convenience gives way to genuine passion. Juliana is no wilting wallflower, she’s resourceful and resilient, while Rafe’s internal conflict over duty versus desire had me rolling my eyes (you know your going to fall for her eventually 😜)

If you’ve enjoyed her previous works (like the The Earl’s Inconvenient Wife or the first book in this series, The Unexpected Duke), you’ll appreciate the familiar blend of tender emotion, light angst, and steamy tension.

This is perfect for curling up with on a winter evening, especially if you’re craving escapist historical romance with heart.

Highly recommended for anyone who loves a soldier finding his way home… to love. 🥰

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Reviewed by Julie B.🦋

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The Unexpected Duke (Soldiers to Heirs 1) by Julia Justiss-review

The Unexpected Duke (Soldiers to Heirs 1) by Julia Justiss-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date February 25, 2025

Escape to 1830s England when the worlds of a soldier turned duke and Cinderella are about to collide!

A duke

In sudden need of a duchess!

When Lieutenant Hartley returns home, it’s to become—reluctantly, he might add—the new Duke of Fenniston. If he’s to thrive in the ton, he must call on the help of widow Claire Hambledon, sister of the previous duchess, to guide him into society and help him find a wife!

Penniless and with a young son, Claire is well aware that she’s totally unsuitable for a duke. But she’s also completely unable to ignore the ripples of desire every time she’s near dashing Hart… Or the temptation to start a forbidden affair!

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REVIEW:Set in a period where love matches weren’t as common as arranged marriages, this one tries to do both! But with this author it’s never that simple 😉

Becoming the new Duke of Fenniston was never on the cards for Hartley, he’s more than happy fighting the French, but that’s not to be! So he has to take his fight home and find himself a wife! Luckily he can call upon Claire Hambledon to help him become a gentleman in today’s society and if he’s lucky then a wife as well.

Claire is a widow and knows all to well about fitting into society, when called upon to help the next Dike take his place in society she’s not keen at first. But seeing Hart has her thinking all kinds of things! But she knows it can’t happen, so she helps him look for a suitable wife.

Oooh a forbidden affair 😜 we like the sound of that.

I love this authors work. Her attention to detail, her descriptions of both the characters.

I really liked Claire, all she wants is to be loved for herself. She’s a pretty strong character and speaks her mind when needed.

Hart took a little longer to warm up to, he didn’t want the position of Duke, he certainly didn’t want a wife!

As Hart and Claire work together to find him a wife, unwanted feelings get in the way! Can they both ignore how they feel and get on with the task in hand? Or will they give into temptation and have the ending they both deserve?

Another highly recommended read if you like your historical romance with just a little bit of angst.

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Reviewed by Julie B🦋

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