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The Risk of Rogues

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Sabrina Jeffries "The Risk of Rogues" was a fun quick read! Lady Anne and Captain Hart haven't seen each other in ten years and have a lot of catching up to do. However, they quickly discover their feelings haven't changed. Wonderful. Looking forward to reading more from Sabrina!

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This was a sweet, fun novella that wraps up the Sinful Suitors series. It’s a second chance romance between Hart and Anne, who are connected to characters we’ve met previously in the series. I enjoyed seeing some familiar faces pop up in this story, but this novella will make sense if you have never read anything else in the series. It’s a novella, so things are very fast paced, but thoroughly enjoyable. I really loved this one.

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This is Hart and Anne’s story. He loved her when she was 16. Her father would not let him marry her. Neither would his. His father bought him a commission in the army. He has found her again. There’s are many misunderstandings. They finally understand each other. It was a great short read

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I thought this was a super sweet and light novella that I’m glad I found! A couple years back, I found out about Sabrina Jeffries’s historical romances and they’ve mostly been a hit. I’m glad to say that this latest installation is the same. THE RISK OF ROGUES follows Lady Anne and Lord Hartley’s second chance romance as Anne decides she won’t be burned again and Hartley chases after the woman of his dreams.

“‘Do you want to know why I’m considered a confirmed bachelor? Because you were the only woman I’ve ever wanted to marry. Once there was no YOU…’”

I enjoyed both characters’ POV’s and finding out what their motives and reasonings for certain actions were. Anne’s father disapproved of Hartley and thought he was a fortune hunter, and instead of fighting for their love, Hartley ran off to the army. What Anne didn’t know, however, is that Hartley’s father also disapproved of their marriage and threatened to cut him off, so he went to the army to make money and earn his place in life. Now that they’re reunited, Hartley wants to do everything to gain Anne back while Anne tries to resist him.

There’s a push and pull element, sure, but I do think Hartley does a good grovel for leaving without word. I liked how Anne stood up for herself against him and overall it was a short and flirty historical romance (with some heavily anachronistic scenes). Because it was a novella though, I couldn’t get that invested into it. Still recommended for historical romance readers, especially if you follow this series!

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This had a good storyline but I thought it was to short. Liked the main characters but could have elaborated on the story.

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This was a sweet, shirt read that was well-written. However, I like my romances with a little heat so this was a little boring for me. Also, I felt Anne was a little too shrewish for me. I get that she was hurt, but thought she should have moved past it once he explained what happened. This wasn't a bad read, it just wasn't for me.

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I really enjoyed this book, which I have to say I was surprised. I don't usually shorts, or Novella
as they don't have time for a full story. Not the case with The Risk of Rogues. is part of the Sinful Suitors
and as such has just as much mystery, and intrigue. Am a sucker for lost live and 2nd chances. This is what
Captain Hartley Corry and Lady Anna Barkley found , both have misgivings as to why the other either left without
saying goodbye or why one's letters were never answered., Winning trust and love the 2nd time does not come easy to these two but the road to get there is a good story... do give it a try for a short its wonderful

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I received this novel from net galley and the publisher for an honest review. Thank you!
This novel was a good ready. Several years ago, Lady Anne and Captain Hartley Corry fell in love and had plans to elope. However, both of their fathers were against the match, Hart being a second son and Anne at the time a merchant’s daughter. Both had preconceived notions about what happened, Anne being angry at Hart for leaving without telling her and Hart not knowing why Anne never replied to his letters. Both meet again and sparks fly, but Anne is still angry with him. Hart is a spy and cannot tell Anne unless she plans on being his wife. Hart has a plan and will recourt Anne. Anne is stubborn and is scared to let Hart have her heart again. Will both be able to accept the person each has become, knowing that the love they had all those years ago still exists as well as a small part of who they both used to be?

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A delightful, entertaining and easy read. A well told story with characters who are likeable and colorful.. Sabrina Jeffries paints Lady Anne as a unique character in English society. Captain Lord Hartly Corry is a bit larger than life, but believable for the era of the tale. They share a history which ended badly and reconnect at a weeklong affair his brother's wife is putting on at a hunting lodge. The story begins with an accidental meeting and from there it moves forward at a great pace. Well done.
I enjoyed the lightness of the story and the lack of serious angst. It was fun to read and lightened my day which surprised me. I haven't read much from this author, but I will be looking for her other books.

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The Risk of Rogues, is a cute fast pace novella. Hart and Anne's re-courtship is a great idea for a novella. They already know each other, so they just have to find out if they still suit.

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