THE LOST SOUL OF LORD BADEWYN is Book 3 in Mia Marlowe's Order of M.U.S.E. series. Being new to the series, I am glad that Mia Marlowe includes a guide at the beginning to explain who some of the main characters are, and what the Order of M.U.S.E. is. I love paranormal historical romances, and this Order of M.U.S.E. series is extremely imaginative and unique. I love the X- Men feel of a group of gifted individuals working together for the good of mankind. In this case, the purpose of the Order of M.U.S.E. is to protect the Crown from psychic shenanigans.

I love how complex and sympathetic Lord Samuel Badewyn and Meg Anthony are. Although they both have extraordinary talents -- she can leave her body and act as a "Finder" of people and objects, and he has scrying visions -- they are starved for love. In THE LOST SOUL OF LORD BADEWYN, they are forced to flee from meddlesome relatives. A castle in the wilds of Wales makes a wonderful gothic setting for love to bloom. The intimacy and the close spiritual, as well as physical, connection that they form is beautiful and incredibly romantic. I like that they accept each other for who they are without judgement. The poetic words of love that Samuel says to Meg are swoon-worthy. Samuel is a scholar, and his integrity and poetic turns of phrase make him a favorite hero for me. The romance between Meg and Samuel is both passionate and sweet.

The action and danger presented by Meg's criminally- minded cousin and uncle, and Samuel's devilish immortal father add excitement to THE LOST SOUL OF LORD BADEWYN without distracting from the romance. The chase that takes Samuel and Meg from the rugged beauty of Wales to the dingy and dark city streets speeds the story along. I enjoyed the side story involving the Duke of Camden and his search for answers and closure regarding his late wife. After reading THE LOST SOUL OF LORD BADEWYN, I am anxious to go back and read the previous two books in this series.

THE LOST SOUL OF LORD BADEWYN is a deeply romantic tale of otherworldly creatures, magic, and heroes. THE LOST SOUL OF LORD BADEWYN is a great book for fans of paranormal historicals who are looking for something really different and engaging. I love the twist Mia Marlowe puts on angel mythology. Mia Marlowe does a good job of wrapping things up at the end and introducing intriguing possibilities for the future. I look forward to reading the next Order of M.U.S.E. book by Mia Marlowe.

Book Summary

He vowed to never fall in love...

Meg Anthony was never raised a lady. Instead, she grew up amongst grifters who used her unique "finding" ability for their own selfish purposes. Recently, she's been taken under the wing of the Duke of Camden and the Order of M.U.S.E., learning not only the fine art of becoming a lady, but how to use her extraordinary talent to help others.

But Meg's gift is a beacon to unsavory characters who would possess her.

Charged with her protection, Lord Badewyn knows--too well--that his wild, Welsh castle is no safe haven for this lovely, all-too-desirable creature. Part human, part fallen angel, he is one of the Nephilim. He is a recluse sworn never to love. As the dangers to Meg grow more threatening, he cannot help but find himself tempted beyond all reason...and tested to see if he has both a heart and a soul.