A Review of “Historical Hellions” In The Order of the Box Set, Review #3: “Secrets In Scarlet” by Erica Monroe

I’m really behind on my reading as I’ve had a lot going on.

“Secrets In Scarlet” by Erica Monroe was originally published 09 Sep 2014, then republished 23 Sep 2014 by Quillfire Publishing as a standalone, the second installment of Erica Monroe’s Rookery Rogues Series. You can read the synopsis here.

I have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed “Secrets In Scarlet”! It has all of the elements that I love to read: Mystery, Detective work, Historical Significance, Adventure. The only thing missing was Science Fiction, but that in no way took away my enjoyment of this story. And while it did contain some sexual scenes here and there, they were not drawn out, as they were with the first book in this boxed set (which apparently is no longer available, my apologies to the authors).

Another thing I particularly liked is found at the end of the book, where Erica takes the time to explain some of the historical aspects of the book, or where she had to deviate from them for the purpose of the story. It’s particularly good for those readers who 1) want to know more about some things that are mentioned in the story and 2) for those history buffs that prefer their Historical Romances to be true to life. Definitely a win/win.

I also found at the end of the book the titles of the remaining Rookery Rogue Series and I now have to go back and read the first, (I really do not like reading stories out of their series order, however, I don’t think it will be a problem as far as confusing me as to what is going on, but will clarify some things mentioned in “Secrets In Scarlet”, though while intertwined (I am guessing here) into Poppy and Thaddeus’s story, really didn’t make me crazy as happens most of the time when I start a series out of order. This is a great thing, especially in this case).

Using the Amazon star rating I give this book in the box set (and the stand alone) five stars!!!!

Other books in the series include:

A Dangerous Invitation (The Rookery Rogues Book 1) (Kate and Daniel’s Story)

Secrets in Scarlet (The Rookery Rogues Book 2) (Poppy and Thaddeus’s Story)

Beauty and the Rake (Abigail and Michael’s Story)

Stealing the Rogue’s Heart (Mina and Charlie’s Story)

The Lady Rebels (Sally and Matthew’s Story) Coming May 2018

There are more books in this boxed set that will be read and reviewed, but I have to deviate for two books…stay tuned.

A Review of “Historical Hellions” In The Order of the Box Set, Review #2 “The Thief Steal Her Earl” by Christina McKnight

Christina McKnight is another of my favorite authors. Her books always keep me riveted, and I have a very hard time putting them down to deal with life outside of books. “The Thief Steals Her Earl (Craven House, Series Book 1)” is an awesome story that did just that, and has me anxious to read the next story in the series.

In contrast to the first book in this boxed set, Christina has shown that sex is not necessary for romance (or in other words, sex and romance are not as synonymous as people have come to believe over a period of time). There is absolutely NO sex in this book, which after the first book, I found to be an absolute relief. (Thank you, Christina)

This story was originally published as a stand alone 15 Jul 2016. It is full of adventure (and misadventures of misguided youth), family betrayal, adversity, awkwardness, and mystery. This is REAL ROMANCE at it’s best.

Using the Amazon star rating I give this book in the box set (and the stand alone) five stars (plus bonus stars for proving my point).

“Twelve Kisses to Midnight”-Karen Hawkins

“Twelve Kisses to Midnight” originally published in the anthology of “What Happens Under the Mistletoe” in 2015 has now been published as a stand alone book.

“Twelve Kisses To Midnight” by Karen Hawkins

Karen Hawkins is one of my most favorite authors of all time, as evidenced by the fact that most of my reviews previous to this one have been of her books. She never ceases to keep me entertained while drawing me into the characters emotions. The title of the book and of the novella threw me a little because I didn’t see the complete connection that I did with the first story, however I did find this to be an excellent Christmas tale of fiction. Two young people in love, too many things coming against them. They are pulled apart by elements and their own pride. Over time, questions begin to mount. Bitterness sets in. New lives are forged, time marches on. Fate however, steps in and brings them together again. Will her curiosity and ploy to get answers be her undoing? Will he be able to get passed his pride? You will have to read the book to find out.