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This was not a terrible book, and I had been warned by other reviewers that there were some problems. I am adding this review to indicate that reviewers who give this book many, many stars and gush about it *as a Regency Historical romance* are in error, as was the authoress, whose homework over that historical period was significantly incomplete. This is not a Regency Historical novel, regardless of mentions of horses and styles of carriage. I started the novel uncomfortable with anachronistic aspects of the characters' psychology and attitudes. I have concluded that the entire novel is an anachronism. The point where I decided that I should provide a review so stating was when I encountered the hero explaining that one of his ancestors was known by the nickname "Balls to the Wall". That wasn't even close to being in use then. I verified that the term "balls to the wall" originated with 1960s aviators referring to pushing throttles all the way to the firewall. Yes, it was sexy; however, I doubt that Jane Austen or Georgette Heyer or people of their times would have a clue what those sex scenes were about. This was overall a bit choppy, and not an excellent work, although I will not state that Ms. Wilde a bad author. Perhaps she might be more comfortable writing about an era with which she is familiar.


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Lord of the Rakes Darcie Wilde 9780425265550 Books Reviews

This was one of my favorite historical romances Darcie paints an incredible story with riveting characters
Lord of the Rakes was the first book I’ve read by Darcie Wilde, but it will not be the last as I will watch for any new releases from this author. This is a well written, very spicy, hot historical romance. I was very pleasantly surprised with this read. This book was tantalizing and a different pace than a normal sweet romance, although it is exciting and definitely worth it.

The hero is, Phillip Montcalm, a true to form second son among the ton of society, and a rake in the truest sense. He does have some morals and keeps away from virgins or any lady unwilling to take part in his care free giving life. He likes his ladies willing to divulge in delights of the flesh but not of the heart. Therefore he became known as the Lord of the Rakes. From a very noble family he is received by the ton and cream of society and publically maintains being a gentleman. A cheating lover results in the hero taking a second look at his bored and predictable mundane life. Deciding to find a new lover he begins a search for something of a change and out of the ordinary.

Who does he see across a crowded room, Lady Caroline Delamarre. This particular lady has been, more or less, surviving in the country. Caroline’s mother suffered depression and was kept away from all society by her husband and son, Caroline’s father and brother. Caroline was allowed small freedoms and did go to local parties and had local friends, but she really craved something more. With the death of her parents her brother refuses to allow her to become part of society in town. Now she is allowed only to be around her brothers’ friends, of which she has no plans to make a match with. She was however; very sure she did not want anyone dictating her life forever or deciding what she would be allowed to do or not do.

She discovers she has money left by her mother and escapes, more or less, and sets up her own household in town.
She is a strong outgoing person and decides she would much rather have lovers than an overbearing husband as her mother had. With this plan she will always be in charge and if she decides to end an affair she will when she wishes. So, when she meets Phillip’s eyes across the ballroom, she takes the initiative, and she goes after what she wants. From that moment meetings between the two are very different than what would be expected in society.

The romance and steamy love scenes are great and the book moves along at a great pace without any boredom. The hero and heroine each have what the other needs which turns out to be a lot more than what is apparent in the beginning.

All of London knows Phillip Montcalm’s name. It’s on the lips of a different lady every night…

So it’s no wonder he’s called the Lord of the Rakes. Rumor has it he’s the most dangerous seducer in the city, with quite the extensive list of conquests. Talk of his prowess as a lover and his ingenuity in the bedroom are enough to make even the most prudish of ladies succumb to temptation. But as of late, Phillip has found himself a bit bored. Until he sets his eyes on a fiery newcomer.

New to independence and London, gorgeous heiress Lady Caroline Delamarre wants to make the most of her life. And when Phillip meets her gaze, she knows the perfect place to start in his arms…and in his bed. But what begins as a long night of breathtaking passion leads to more than the two bargained for. Haunted by troubled pasts and inescapable family entanglements, each of them must decide if they can risk a gamble on what might be true love.
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Regency novels are one of my favorites. Have visited England many times and enjoy reading about London.
Steamy, good story, don't want to put down until last word. Saving the bad guys and finding out they are really good guys. I enjoyed it.
I didn't want to put this book down. It was so steamy! I loved the characters. The plot was easy to follow, without being lame or boring or having that "this has been done already" feeling. The love scenes were scorching ;) I'm definitely looking forward to reading more from this new author.
This book should have had an X rating as a warning. The "hero" is a man-whore who is into domination, bondage, etc. This is what we used to call a f*** book with the sex scenes held together with a fairly thin story. I have never before given a bad review. I am an easy audience and love to read, but I was so uncomfortable reading this book that I just skipped to the end, scanned it and took it off my . I had already purchased the next book in the series, but I don't know if I will read it.
This was not a terrible book, and I had been warned by other reviewers that there were some problems. I am adding this review to indicate that reviewers who give this book many, many stars and gush about it *as a Regency Historical romance* are in error, as was the authoress, whose homework over that historical period was significantly incomplete. This is not a Regency Historical novel, regardless of mentions of horses and styles of carriage. I started the novel uncomfortable with anachronistic aspects of the characters' psychology and attitudes. I have concluded that the entire novel is an anachronism. The point where I decided that I should provide a review so stating was when I encountered the hero explaining that one of his ancestors was known by the nickname "Balls to the Wall". That wasn't even close to being in use then. I verified that the term "balls to the wall" originated with 1960s aviators referring to pushing throttles all the way to the firewall. Yes, it was sexy; however, I doubt that Jane Austen or Georgette Heyer or people of their times would have a clue what those sex scenes were about. This was overall a bit choppy, and not an excellent work, although I will not state that Ms. Wilde a bad author. Perhaps she might be more comfortable writing about an era with which she is familiar.