The Wolf of Mayfair was dripping in decadence and mystique, unlike its precocious title inspo. From a royal romance, to a demons of the past, and a woman of wildness and innocence at once, this book is full of intrigue and allure. The romance is tempting and yet modern and the characters are complex and fascinating. Uncovering new details about the family's secrets, the heroine's backstory, and the romance plot was a game of fun and a time of pass. Although this book is best read with little to no spoilers, I will say some parts of the book felt incomplete or forgotten so better care of the detailed plot can be considered in the future. Too many ties can lead to too many tumbles. With that said, this was a beautiful introduction to Christi Caldwell and I look forward to more releases from her in the future.

Anthony is a difficult and condescending rake of the first order, a Marquess in line to a Dukedom.
When Helia arrives on his doorstep seeking help and shelter, he is rude, crude, and mean.
He allows her to stay one night due to the snowstorm but as the days progress, she learns about his frozen heart and determines to thaw him no matter the cost to herself.
Rich character development.
Steamy graphic scenes.
An absorbing read.

This book all takes place in such a small number of days, and covers a tight number of hours, the few detailed interactions that happen are tense, well described and well dialogued, Helia comes across well and clearly, with a Scottish brogue and a stubborn streak. Anthony is cruel and heartless however Helia perseveres looking for cracks or a way in and goes toe to toe with him, this a is great read with good one on one scenes.

A gripping historical romance with strong lead characters who keep you turning each page. I read it in one sitting! Would highly recommend.

Just where do I begin with this book…
I. Love. It.
Wingrave stayed jaded throughout the book which I LOVED. He didn’t immediately become softer towards Helia and Helia optimistic attitude wore him down until he was forced to recognize his flaws. Who Wingrave was becoming was no match for a strong will Scot who was determined to open his eyes to himself.
My first 5 star read of 2024. Will definitely be ordering a physical copy when released.

Helia asks her godmother for help to avoid a dowry-chasing cousin. Instead she meets her godmother's son, a cad that she can't resisit.

Lots of steamy scenes. Lots of grumpy/innocent interactions. Terrific characters with great chemistry. I like the character growth of the main characters.

Thanks to the publisher for the arc.

This book was not a typical Caldwell. You have 2 protagonists with very different upbringing that molds them into who they are as adults.

Helia comes from a happy secure family but is not orphaned and seeking help. She tries and tries and tries with Anthony.... who is the wicked wolf. A dreadful father and a cowering mother makes Anthony a heartless (almost) unkind (maybe) man.

Helia turns his life upside down. What I liked about this book was (a) Anthony's character growth / reveal was superbly done (b) he was not a completely transformed person by the end, but knows that Helia will continue to be his marchioness, his queen, his wife, his friend.

Could not put this book down. We'll done Christi.

Embarking on "The Wolf of Mayfair," I never anticipated such a delightful blend of Wuthering Heights and Bridgerton. From the moment Helia seeks shelter at Wingrave's door during a snowstorm, the allure of their dynamic is irresistible. Wingrave's brooding charm contrasts perfectly with Helia's resilience, creating a push-and-pull tension that kept me enthralled. As their story unfolded, I found myself rooting for them to find solace in each other's arms, their connection feeling palpably genuine. Christi Caldwell masterfully crafts a tale of innocence and desire, weaving a narrative that's both sensual and captivating. With each turn of the page, I eagerly devoured their story, savoring every moment of this enchanting romance.

Did I expect to find myself in a Wuthering Heights/Bridgerton sandwich when I decided to read The Wolf of Mayfair? No, no I did not. But it was absolutely delicious and just what I needed. I started on this late into the night which only added to the almost gothic, reading by candlelight vibe.

A young woman turning up at the beasts door during a snowstorm, looking for shelter was everything I didn’t know I needed. By beast I mean the most grumpy, withdrawn, dark, handsome, mysterious Marquess who had me weak at the knees.

The push and pull between Helia and Wingrave was the perfect build up that didn’t disappoint. Both characters were slowly introduced to the reader from both points of view. I felt myself warming to each one in different ways. I found myself smiling on more than one occasion. My heart yearned for them to find solace in each other. Each word in this book was not wasted. I devoured each one and ate up every last drop. I don’t often find two love interests that I would class as soulmates in every way until this book.

I cannot wait to read this again, and again and again. When I do get my hands on a hard copy for my shelf it will be a book I will instantly reach for when a friend is looking for a book recommendation.