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The Perils of Pleasure by Julie Anne Long
5.0
The Perils of Pleasure is the first book in the Pennyroyal Green series by Julie Anne Long, and it is such a fun and intriguing road-trip romance! Let me introduce you to our hero, Colin Eversea. He is a handsome and charming rogue, known for being able to charm his way out of anything. On the other hand, our heroine, Madeleine Greenway, is serious, prickly, and completely immune to Colin’s charms, at least at first. The story starts off with Colin heading to the gallows for a murder he did not commit. However, he is saved just in time by Madeleine, who is the mercenary hired to orchestrate Colin’s rescue. But they soon find out that whoever wants Colin alive wants Madeleine dead, which sets off a series of adventures as Colin and Madeleine go on the run to discover the truth.
This is an action-packed story that kept me on the edge of my seat. The plot and characters are well developed, and the world-building is excellent! There is so much character growth over the course of the journey as Colin and Madeleine learn to trust each other. And the romance is intensely beautiful and passionate. And when I say passionate, I mean the hot-enough-to-melt butter kind of passion! I really enjoyed this intro to the Pennyroyal Green world and am looking forward to the next book.
This is an action-packed story that kept me on the edge of my seat. The plot and characters are well developed, and the world-building is excellent! There is so much character growth over the course of the journey as Colin and Madeleine learn to trust each other. And the romance is intensely beautiful and passionate. And when I say passionate, I mean the hot-enough-to-melt butter kind of passion! I really enjoyed this intro to the Pennyroyal Green world and am looking forward to the next book.
Like No Other Lover by Julie Anne Long
5.0
Like No Other Lover is the second book in the Pennyroyal Green series by Julie Anne Long.
Cynthia Brightly was the belle of the ball during her one season in London, but unfortunately she was involved in scandal. Now, she is on the brink of poverty and has only one chance to make a good match at the Redmond house party. Miles Redmond is a scientist, who loves to explore the world. But he is now the heir in his family and also needs to make a good match. As is expected, they fall in love. However, it’s the sacrifices they each make and the fact that they both choose love that make this story really amazing!
This author's ability to write well-developed characters and stories is outstanding. Miles and Cynthia have won my heart. There are plenty of steamy moments and some hilarious scenes in this beautiful love story.
Cynthia Brightly was the belle of the ball during her one season in London, but unfortunately she was involved in scandal. Now, she is on the brink of poverty and has only one chance to make a good match at the Redmond house party. Miles Redmond is a scientist, who loves to explore the world. But he is now the heir in his family and also needs to make a good match. As is expected, they fall in love. However, it’s the sacrifices they each make and the fact that they both choose love that make this story really amazing!
This author's ability to write well-developed characters and stories is outstanding. Miles and Cynthia have won my heart. There are plenty of steamy moments and some hilarious scenes in this beautiful love story.
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Also, I have to say any hero who knows that the way to a woman’s heart is through adorable, furry companions is a winner for me! This is probably the only time I will say I love a Spider! And Cynthia’s interaction with him made my heart melt.
I Kissed an Earl by Julie Anne Long
5.0
Step aboard The Fortuna and journey along with Captain Flint and Violet as they battle the seas, pirates, and each other! Look out for the mysterious Le Chat!
I Kissed an Earl, book four in the Pennyroyal Green series by Julie Anne Long, is my favorite of the series so far! I love Violet and Flint! Their banter, adventure, and romance on the high seas! Everything is awesome!
Violet Redmond is devoted to her family and determined to find her missing brother. Captain Asher Flint, the new Earl of Ardmay, is on a mission to capture the pirate called Le Chat. In search of her brother, Violet stows away on the captain's ship. The captain is not happy upon his discovery of the stowaway, but despite his displeasure, Flint is enchanted by Violet's resourcefulness and her love for her family. Violet is such a strong-willed and clever character, but Flint has no problem matching her every move. They complement each other so well! I admire Julie's ability to craft the perfect partner for each hero and heroine.
The excitement of an adventure and romance on the seas was pouring out of this book! I loved their competitions for the captain's quarters. Witty banter is my favorite, and the verbal sparring between Flint and Violet is some of the best I've ever read! It causes some intensely steamy tension between the two and practically sets the pages on fire!
I Kissed an Earl, book four in the Pennyroyal Green series by Julie Anne Long, is my favorite of the series so far! I love Violet and Flint! Their banter, adventure, and romance on the high seas! Everything is awesome!
Violet Redmond is devoted to her family and determined to find her missing brother. Captain Asher Flint, the new Earl of Ardmay, is on a mission to capture the pirate called Le Chat. In search of her brother, Violet stows away on the captain's ship. The captain is not happy upon his discovery of the stowaway, but despite his displeasure, Flint is enchanted by Violet's resourcefulness and her love for her family. Violet is such a strong-willed and clever character, but Flint has no problem matching her every move. They complement each other so well! I admire Julie's ability to craft the perfect partner for each hero and heroine.
The excitement of an adventure and romance on the seas was pouring out of this book! I loved their competitions for the captain's quarters. Witty banter is my favorite, and the verbal sparring between Flint and Violet is some of the best I've ever read! It causes some intensely steamy tension between the two and practically sets the pages on fire!
Bombshell by Sarah MacLean
5.0
I was fascinated in The Rogue Not Taken, mesmerized in A Scot in the Dark, and completely captivated in The Day of the Duchess by the Bombshell that is Sesily Talbot.
Bombshell is the first book in Sarah MacLean's new series, Hell’s Belles. Sesily Talbot is fierce and independent. She’s thirty years old, but instead of retiring to the country she lives life by doing what she wants, when she wants and doesn’t care about society’s rules or opinions. She loves her sisters and has an amazing girl gang. The only thing missing is the self-made American businessman, Caleb Calhoun.
Sesily’s girl gang is comprised of bold, beautiful, and brilliant women. Their name suits them. Hell’s Belles are fiesty and powerful, and they use their power for good. They have each other’s backs and look out for women who are treated horribly. I definitely want these women as my friends, and I hope they will each get their own book soon.
MacLean’s writing, as usual, is outstanding. Her words and style make you feel as though you are right there in the story experiencing the love and friendship between all the characters. The opening, especially, is so magical. I felt as though I was beside Sesily and we were both being led toward a different path by the all the enchanting performers.
Caleb and Sesily have such a beautiful journey. I have loved them since they first met in The Day of the Duchess. Even their cameo in Brazen and the Beast was so great. Their banter sets off sparks on every single page! It was so fun watching Caleb pine for and unsuccessfully try to resist falling in love with hurricane Sesily. The scintillating sexual tension was on point with plenty of spicy banter. Caleb is an amazing hero. He matches Sesily every step of the way and never tries to change her. In fact, he completely accepts her exactly the way she is, and I love that about him.
I enjoyed the easter eggs from previous books and was so excited for the Talbot family reunion with all the nieces and nephews.
Thank you so much Net Galley and Avon for this ARC.
Bombshell is the first book in Sarah MacLean's new series, Hell’s Belles. Sesily Talbot is fierce and independent. She’s thirty years old, but instead of retiring to the country she lives life by doing what she wants, when she wants and doesn’t care about society’s rules or opinions. She loves her sisters and has an amazing girl gang. The only thing missing is the self-made American businessman, Caleb Calhoun.
Sesily’s girl gang is comprised of bold, beautiful, and brilliant women. Their name suits them. Hell’s Belles are fiesty and powerful, and they use their power for good. They have each other’s backs and look out for women who are treated horribly. I definitely want these women as my friends, and I hope they will each get their own book soon.
MacLean’s writing, as usual, is outstanding. Her words and style make you feel as though you are right there in the story experiencing the love and friendship between all the characters. The opening, especially, is so magical. I felt as though I was beside Sesily and we were both being led toward a different path by the all the enchanting performers.
Caleb and Sesily have such a beautiful journey. I have loved them since they first met in The Day of the Duchess. Even their cameo in Brazen and the Beast was so great. Their banter sets off sparks on every single page! It was so fun watching Caleb pine for and unsuccessfully try to resist falling in love with hurricane Sesily. The scintillating sexual tension was on point with plenty of spicy banter. Caleb is an amazing hero. He matches Sesily every step of the way and never tries to change her. In fact, he completely accepts her exactly the way she is, and I love that about him.
I enjoyed the easter eggs from previous books and was so excited for the Talbot family reunion with all the nieces and nephews.
Thank you so much Net Galley and Avon for this ARC.
What I Did for a Duke by Julie Anne Long
5.0
What I Did for a Duke is a wonderful and steamy revenge-to-lovers, age-gap story! Nobody crosses the Duke of Falconbridge, Alexander Moncrieffe, and gets away with it. When Ian Eversea does just that, Moncrieffe decides to get revenge by seducing and abandoning Ian’s sister, Genevieve. However, his plan is foiled because Genevieve is very clever and sees right through him.
At first, I thought this would be the typical revenge plot, but it quickly turned into something so much more. Thank you Julie Anne Long for your brilliant storytelling! Alex and Genevieve are such a delight! Their encounters are so fun and steamy with plenty of witty banter. There are so many magical moments in this book. The sexy and mature Alex Moncrieffe is definitely my newest favorite PRG hero. Older heroes make me swoon so much!
At first, I thought this would be the typical revenge plot, but it quickly turned into something so much more. Thank you Julie Anne Long for your brilliant storytelling! Alex and Genevieve are such a delight! Their encounters are so fun and steamy with plenty of witty banter. There are so many magical moments in this book. The sexy and mature Alex Moncrieffe is definitely my newest favorite PRG hero. Older heroes make me swoon so much!