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Never Trust a Rake
288 pages
A sparkling battle of wits where a scandalous reputation meets an immovable, unimpressed heroine.
What it feels like
This is a delightfully brisk and sparkling Regency romance that leans into the beloved trope of the notorious scoundrel meeting his match. The reading experience is cozy and playful, driven by sharp dialogue and the delicious friction of a heroine who absolutely refuses to be charmed by society's most eligible rake. It feels like stepping into a brightly lit ballroom where the most interesting conversation is happening in the shadowed corners. The prose is accessible and focused on the emotional push-and-pull between the leads, keeping the pages turning effortlessly. It is the perfect comfort read for anyone who loves watching a cynical rogue slowly dismantle his own defenses for a woman who demands nothing less than his true self.
- Mood
- sparkling
- cozy
- swoony
- Tone
- witty
- playful
- romantic
- lighthearted
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- reformed rakes · looking past reputations · battle of wits · vulnerability of trust
- The writing
- Accessible and dialogue-driven, prioritizing sharp banter and emotional immediacy over dense historical description.
- The arc
- Wary defensiveness and societal prejudice slowly melt into mutual respect, vulnerability, and passionate devotion.
- Who it's for
- Readers who delight in classic Regency tropes, especially the delicious tension of a notorious scoundrel being brought to his knees by a resolute heroine.
Content notes
- mild sexual content
- period-typical sexism
About the book
Rumor has it that 31 year old Earl of Deben, the most notorious rake in London, is in need of an heir and on the marriage mart at last. But, if he thinks 22 year old Henrietta Gibson will have any interest in him, he can think again.
Description from Open Library.
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