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The League of Rogues #10
Never Kiss a Scot
Joanna Lennox is a fine bred English lady.
She's pretty, intelligent, witty and...on the shelf. With an influential baron as her brother and a hefty dowry, she should have gentleman lining up at her door but instead she seems doomed to become a spinster. Then one night a handsome highland lord steals a kiss from her in a library which stirs her deepest desires. Desperate for a life and a love of her own, she turns to the darkly handsome, brooding, Scottish lord who lights a fire within her with his touch. But will his secrets and enemies tear them apart?
Brock Kincade knows better than to go around kissing English ladies in dark libraries.
Especially when a lady is the little sister of the man who will shortly be his brother-in-law. But Joanna is pure temptation, and he's been denied that innocent affection for far too long. He doesn’t believe in love, but he believes in lust, and after that single kiss, he knows he wants her as his wife. He might not love her, but he'll care for her and fuel the passionate fire between them with pleasure. There’s just one problem: He’ll have to steal her away from her overprotective brother and his devilish band of friends, the League of Rogues.
It's a race to Gretna Green fora hasty anvil marriage that will change their lives forever...
She's pretty, intelligent, witty and...on the shelf. With an influential baron as her brother and a hefty dowry, she should have gentleman lining up at her door but instead she seems doomed to become a spinster. Then one night a handsome highland lord steals a kiss from her in a library which stirs her deepest desires. Desperate for a life and a love of her own, she turns to the darkly handsome, brooding, Scottish lord who lights a fire within her with his touch. But will his secrets and enemies tear them apart?
Brock Kincade knows better than to go around kissing English ladies in dark libraries.
Especially when a lady is the little sister of the man who will shortly be his brother-in-law. But Joanna is pure temptation, and he's been denied that innocent affection for far too long. He doesn’t believe in love, but he believes in lust, and after that single kiss, he knows he wants her as his wife. He might not love her, but he'll care for her and fuel the passionate fire between them with pleasure. There’s just one problem: He’ll have to steal her away from her overprotective brother and his devilish band of friends, the League of Rogues.
It's a race to Gretna Green fora hasty anvil marriage that will change their lives forever...
285 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 18, 2019
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Lauren Smith
142 books2,202 followersLauren Smith is a USA Today Best-Selling author and an Oklahoma attorney. She knew she was destined to be a romance writer when she attempted to re-write the entire Titanic movie just to save Jack from drowning. Connecting with readers by writing emotionally moving, realistic and sexy romances no matter what time period is her passion. She’s won multiple awards in several romance subgenres including: New England Reader’s Choice Awards, Greater Detroit BookSeller’s Best Awards, Amazon.com Breakthrough Novel Award Quarter-Finalist and a Semi-Finalist for the Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Award. To connect with Lauren, visit her at www.laurensmithbooks.com or twitter at @LSmithAuthor.
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October 8, 2019
Wow...I totally inhaled this book!
Brock Kincade
Ashton Lennox's sister, Joanna, made a wonderful heroine! She was smart, savvy and very intelligent. She was the perfect lady for Laird Kincade.
Brock isn't a member of the League of Rogues...and that's a good thing. He's an upgrade and far sexier in a kilt! Brock fell for Joanna when he came to rescue his sister from from Ashton in book 4. They shared a kiss and he never forgot her.
Their romance was far better than the previous books in this series.
My only complaint was that Hugo, the villain, somehow convinced all the men of the ton to stay away from Joanna. That portion of the plot was never explained very well. Nor was it resolved.
Brock Kincade
Ashton Lennox's sister, Joanna, made a wonderful heroine! She was smart, savvy and very intelligent. She was the perfect lady for Laird Kincade.
Brock isn't a member of the League of Rogues...and that's a good thing. He's an upgrade and far sexier in a kilt! Brock fell for Joanna when he came to rescue his sister from from Ashton in book 4. They shared a kiss and he never forgot her.
Their romance was far better than the previous books in this series.
My only complaint was that Hugo, the villain, somehow convinced all the men of the ton to stay away from Joanna. That portion of the plot was never explained very well. Nor was it resolved.
April 16, 2020
A young lady who appears to have been dismissed by society as unworthy finds herself falling for a Scottish rogue - one that happens to be her sister-in-law's brother.
I liked the main characters, I just wanted more depth and intensity - the pacing was a little off when it came to their relationship development and events.
I did like the fact Brock sang, I could almost hear his voice each time he sang to Joanna.
I have to say one key issue I had was that the author never truly explained how the villain - Hugo, was able to convince
There were moments in this that were almost tantalisingly delightful but such moments never truly came to fruition. A nice enough one time read, it just didn't have me sighing in delight, there were moments where it almost happened but then things would fizzle.
I liked the main characters, I just wanted more depth and intensity - the pacing was a little off when it came to their relationship development and events.
I did like the fact Brock sang, I could almost hear his voice each time he sang to Joanna.
I have to say one key issue I had was that the author never truly explained how the villain - Hugo, was able to convince
There were moments in this that were almost tantalisingly delightful but such moments never truly came to fruition. A nice enough one time read, it just didn't have me sighing in delight, there were moments where it almost happened but then things would fizzle.
March 31, 2019
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
💋💋
If your in a library, minding your own business, and in walks a dark brooding Scottish male , who looks at you through hooded eyes pinning you to your seat with his stare , you know your life is about to change , but is it for the good .
That’s the challenge our girl has , Joanna Lennox , sister to Ashton and Rafe , decides to take her life in her hands and chose Brock Kincaid, will it be the happy ever after she’s looking for , or will the ghosts of the past influence their future?
And where does Hugo Waverly come into all this .
Your in for a special treat , the League Returns, the boys are back with their own brand of fun and adventure.
I can’t get enough of this author, she’s just an amazing talent . Her books and characters speak to me and I’m hooked in every one from beginning to end .
This is one that will have your heart in your mouth and tissues in your hand , so tender are some of the moments , our Brock is a gem , he’s so Affectionate and loving , you can’t beat him .
I loved this book and it’s another hit for me .
I received an Arc of this book and chose to post a review
💋💋
If your in a library, minding your own business, and in walks a dark brooding Scottish male , who looks at you through hooded eyes pinning you to your seat with his stare , you know your life is about to change , but is it for the good .
That’s the challenge our girl has , Joanna Lennox , sister to Ashton and Rafe , decides to take her life in her hands and chose Brock Kincaid, will it be the happy ever after she’s looking for , or will the ghosts of the past influence their future?
And where does Hugo Waverly come into all this .
Your in for a special treat , the League Returns, the boys are back with their own brand of fun and adventure.
I can’t get enough of this author, she’s just an amazing talent . Her books and characters speak to me and I’m hooked in every one from beginning to end .
This is one that will have your heart in your mouth and tissues in your hand , so tender are some of the moments , our Brock is a gem , he’s so Affectionate and loving , you can’t beat him .
I loved this book and it’s another hit for me .
I received an Arc of this book and chose to post a review
September 30, 2019
Series: League of Rogues #10
Publication Date: 3/18/19
Number of Pages: 283
Another great addition to the League of Rogues series. This one features the fabulous Brock Kincade whom we met in Ashton Lennox’s book, Wicked Rivals. Our heroine is Ashton’s sister Joanna and our hero is the brother of Ashton’s heroine, Rosalind. So – it is a family affair! It is a wonderful read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I love that all of Rosalind’s brash, handsome, irrepressible brothers will get their own books – and I hope Ashton’s brothers will as well.
At twenty-years-old, Joanna Lennox has endured three seasons without anyone showing any interest whatsoever. The men don’t even seem interested in dancing with her much less courting her. What in the world is wrong with her? She just doesn’t understand it. She isn’t ugly, she has a large dowry, she’s intelligent and has all of the skills required for running a large home – so, why isn’t anyone – even a fortune hunter – interested in her?
I loved the opening scene in the book. Joanna is in the library late in the evening when she sees a tall man, dressed in dark clothes, entering the room. She doesn’t recognize him, but he says he is Rosalind’s brother – then, he kisses her senseless and ties her up. He’s there to ‘rescue’ his sister from the evil clutches of Ashton.
To say that there is no love lost between Brock and Ashton is putting it mildly. However, Ashton has to suck it up and tolerate Brock – at least until the wedding is over – because Brock is walking Rosalind down the aisle. However, when Ashton catches Brock alone in a room with Joanna, kissing her, with his hand up her skirt, Ashton goes berserk and orders him from the house. What Ashton doesn’t know is that Brock is determined to marry Joanna – not for her money (though that is a plus), but because he wants her - the real her.
Given Ashton’s animosity toward Brock, he and Joanna decide to go to Gretna Green to marry over the anvil. They have to be crafty in order to escape without Ashton and the League managing to overtake them. On that trip, Joanna discovers strengths and bravery she never knew she possessed. They slept outdoors and were even kidnapped by highwaymen, yet she never complained and moved forward. Even when her brother caught up with them, she stood up to him and faced him down. Joanna turns out to be quite a heroine.
Brock Kincade, along with his brothers and sister grew up in one of the most abusive homes I’ve ever read in a story. His father was extremely abusive and violent. Brock is so afraid that he’s like his father that he won’t allow himself to be violent in any way – even when he’s attacked, he only does the minimum to protect himself. Brock’s father did some despicable things and betrayed some of the Highland clans. Those clans haven’t forgotten what happened and some have transferred that animosity to Brock. Who are the hidden enemies at the castle? Are they after Brock or Joanna – or both?
You really need to read this delightful series – including this book. The characters are wonderful – you’ll fall in love with all of them as you read the books. Joanna and Brock are both wonderful characters and I can’t wait to see their siblings get their own books.
BTW – I read the Whispersync version of this book so I listened to the audio as well as reading. The narrator, Heather Wilds, has a wonderful range of ‘voices’ and I thoroughly enjoyed listening. Her Scots brogue was wonderful to hear – especially the Gaelic ballads – I loved those.
Publication Date: 3/18/19
Number of Pages: 283
Another great addition to the League of Rogues series. This one features the fabulous Brock Kincade whom we met in Ashton Lennox’s book, Wicked Rivals. Our heroine is Ashton’s sister Joanna and our hero is the brother of Ashton’s heroine, Rosalind. So – it is a family affair! It is a wonderful read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I love that all of Rosalind’s brash, handsome, irrepressible brothers will get their own books – and I hope Ashton’s brothers will as well.
At twenty-years-old, Joanna Lennox has endured three seasons without anyone showing any interest whatsoever. The men don’t even seem interested in dancing with her much less courting her. What in the world is wrong with her? She just doesn’t understand it. She isn’t ugly, she has a large dowry, she’s intelligent and has all of the skills required for running a large home – so, why isn’t anyone – even a fortune hunter – interested in her?
I loved the opening scene in the book. Joanna is in the library late in the evening when she sees a tall man, dressed in dark clothes, entering the room. She doesn’t recognize him, but he says he is Rosalind’s brother – then, he kisses her senseless and ties her up. He’s there to ‘rescue’ his sister from the evil clutches of Ashton.
To say that there is no love lost between Brock and Ashton is putting it mildly. However, Ashton has to suck it up and tolerate Brock – at least until the wedding is over – because Brock is walking Rosalind down the aisle. However, when Ashton catches Brock alone in a room with Joanna, kissing her, with his hand up her skirt, Ashton goes berserk and orders him from the house. What Ashton doesn’t know is that Brock is determined to marry Joanna – not for her money (though that is a plus), but because he wants her - the real her.
Given Ashton’s animosity toward Brock, he and Joanna decide to go to Gretna Green to marry over the anvil. They have to be crafty in order to escape without Ashton and the League managing to overtake them. On that trip, Joanna discovers strengths and bravery she never knew she possessed. They slept outdoors and were even kidnapped by highwaymen, yet she never complained and moved forward. Even when her brother caught up with them, she stood up to him and faced him down. Joanna turns out to be quite a heroine.
Brock Kincade, along with his brothers and sister grew up in one of the most abusive homes I’ve ever read in a story. His father was extremely abusive and violent. Brock is so afraid that he’s like his father that he won’t allow himself to be violent in any way – even when he’s attacked, he only does the minimum to protect himself. Brock’s father did some despicable things and betrayed some of the Highland clans. Those clans haven’t forgotten what happened and some have transferred that animosity to Brock. Who are the hidden enemies at the castle? Are they after Brock or Joanna – or both?
You really need to read this delightful series – including this book. The characters are wonderful – you’ll fall in love with all of them as you read the books. Joanna and Brock are both wonderful characters and I can’t wait to see their siblings get their own books.
BTW – I read the Whispersync version of this book so I listened to the audio as well as reading. The narrator, Heather Wilds, has a wonderful range of ‘voices’ and I thoroughly enjoyed listening. Her Scots brogue was wonderful to hear – especially the Gaelic ballads – I loved those.
March 7, 2023
2.75
No real conflict, which is a nice change after reading the books in this series.
The main villains, Hugo Waverly and David Sheffield, weren’t prominent in this book, which I also appreciated the break.
I would recommend reading Wicked Rivals if you don’t want spoilers for the ending of that book. The hero and heroine first met and kissed in that book as well (from his POV). The scene is recalled in detail in the first chapter of this book but from the heroine’s POV.
No real conflict, which is a nice change after reading the books in this series.
The main villains, Hugo Waverly and David Sheffield, weren’t prominent in this book, which I also appreciated the break.
I would recommend reading Wicked Rivals if you don’t want spoilers for the ending of that book. The hero and heroine first met and kissed in that book as well (from his POV). The scene is recalled in detail in the first chapter of this book but from the heroine’s POV.
September 26, 2020
I am not satisfied with just 278 pages... 🤭🤭🤭
More much more!!! 😍😍😍
Essa story, foi incredible,, wondrous,, perfect..
Claro que estou lendo plenamente fora de ordem, mas leio o que meu coração manda... E nesse caso ele acertou em cheio.. 🤣🤣
Joanna Lennox é irmã Ashton Lennox que é membro da League of Rogue,, ela é uma moça de bom coração, que se encontra tendo problemas para casar, graças ao inimigo da League... Porém esse problema é um grande beneficio para ela, já que levou seu coração ao seu verdadeiro amor.. 😍😍
Brock Kincade é o irmão de Rosalind Melbourne,, ele sofreu na mão do pai, e teme por seu temperamento, e isso o faz fechar seu coração para o mundo, só que a verdade é que Joanna, através de um beijo conseguiu quebrar essa barreira.. 🤣🤣
Aqui vemos uma troca de irmãos, pois um se une em matrimonio com a irmã do outro.. Mas o mais divertido e ver a rivalidade entre eles, por causa disso, sendo que no fim das contas eles precisam aceitar que não têm nada que posso impedir o amor.. 🥰🥰🥰
Mais espero que a Lauren escreva a story de Rafe,, ele se tornou meu sonho depois desse livro.. 🤭🤭🤭
Fora tudo isso o livro é amazing, incredible, perfect, magic, lovely, delightful reading... 🥰❤🥰
#BoaLeitura! #GoodReading! 🎀📚🎀
More much more!!! 😍😍😍
Essa story, foi incredible,, wondrous,, perfect..
Claro que estou lendo plenamente fora de ordem, mas leio o que meu coração manda... E nesse caso ele acertou em cheio.. 🤣🤣
Joanna Lennox é irmã Ashton Lennox que é membro da League of Rogue,, ela é uma moça de bom coração, que se encontra tendo problemas para casar, graças ao inimigo da League... Porém esse problema é um grande beneficio para ela, já que levou seu coração ao seu verdadeiro amor.. 😍😍
Brock Kincade é o irmão de Rosalind Melbourne,, ele sofreu na mão do pai, e teme por seu temperamento, e isso o faz fechar seu coração para o mundo, só que a verdade é que Joanna, através de um beijo conseguiu quebrar essa barreira.. 🤣🤣
Aqui vemos uma troca de irmãos, pois um se une em matrimonio com a irmã do outro.. Mas o mais divertido e ver a rivalidade entre eles, por causa disso, sendo que no fim das contas eles precisam aceitar que não têm nada que posso impedir o amor.. 🥰🥰🥰
Mais espero que a Lauren escreva a story de Rafe,, ele se tornou meu sonho depois desse livro.. 🤭🤭🤭
Fora tudo isso o livro é amazing, incredible, perfect, magic, lovely, delightful reading... 🥰❤🥰
#BoaLeitura! #GoodReading! 🎀📚🎀
April 15, 2023
I hate to rate this so low, but I could barely get through it. Didn't pull me in like others in the series have.
March 21, 2019
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
💋💋
If your in a library, minding your own business, and in walks a dark brooding Scottish male , who looks at you through hooded eyes pinning you to your seat with his stare , you know your life is about to change , but is it for the good .
That’s the challenge our girl has , Joanna Lennox , sister to Ashton and Rafe , decides to take her life in her hands and chose Brock Kincaid, will it be the happy ever after she’s looking for , or will the ghosts of the past influence their future?
And where does Hugo Waverly come into all this .
Your in for a special treat , the League Returns, the boys are back with their own brand of fun and adventure.
I can’t get enough of this author, she’s just an amazing talent . Her books and characters speak to me and I’m hooked in every one from beginning to end .
This is one that will have your heart in your mouth and tissues in your hand , so tender are some of the moments , our Brock is a gem , he’s so Affectionate and loving , you can’t beat him .
I loved this book and it’s another hit for me .
I received an Arc of this book and chose to post a review
💋💋
If your in a library, minding your own business, and in walks a dark brooding Scottish male , who looks at you through hooded eyes pinning you to your seat with his stare , you know your life is about to change , but is it for the good .
That’s the challenge our girl has , Joanna Lennox , sister to Ashton and Rafe , decides to take her life in her hands and chose Brock Kincaid, will it be the happy ever after she’s looking for , or will the ghosts of the past influence their future?
And where does Hugo Waverly come into all this .
Your in for a special treat , the League Returns, the boys are back with their own brand of fun and adventure.
I can’t get enough of this author, she’s just an amazing talent . Her books and characters speak to me and I’m hooked in every one from beginning to end .
This is one that will have your heart in your mouth and tissues in your hand , so tender are some of the moments , our Brock is a gem , he’s so Affectionate and loving , you can’t beat him .
I loved this book and it’s another hit for me .
I received an Arc of this book and chose to post a review
April 11, 2019
Love—-loved this book. This series could go forever and I would love it. Joanna and Brock’s story is probably one of the best of the series—-although, trust me—-they are all delightful. Me. Smith writes tantalizing books that lock you in almost instantly and don’t let you go until the last page gets read. On top of that - her stories stay with you because they are GOOD! Great characters. Wonderful plot lines. And lots of action. The rogues are all here in this book. Cannot wait for book eleven.
March 24, 2019
Joanna Lennox is a fine bred English lady.
She's pretty, intelligent, witty and...on the shelf.
Brock Kincade knows better than to go around kissing English ladies in dark libraries.
Especially when a lady is the little sister of the man who will shortly be his brother-in-law.
Does Brock want Joanna for herself or for her dowry to save his crumbling castle? Will this man ever love her because she only wishes to marry for love.
Brock and Joanna's story is compelling, exciting and a real page turner. I loved this pair from the start and remembered Joanna from previous books.
The race to Greta Green doesn't end this story though; it is only the beginning.
I gave this book 4.75 of 5.0 stars for plot, story line and characterization. The sensual nature of the story makes it enjoyable.
I read a complimentary ARC of this book provided by the author. This in no way affected my opinion of this tale which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
She's pretty, intelligent, witty and...on the shelf.
Brock Kincade knows better than to go around kissing English ladies in dark libraries.
Especially when a lady is the little sister of the man who will shortly be his brother-in-law.
Does Brock want Joanna for herself or for her dowry to save his crumbling castle? Will this man ever love her because she only wishes to marry for love.
Brock and Joanna's story is compelling, exciting and a real page turner. I loved this pair from the start and remembered Joanna from previous books.
The race to Greta Green doesn't end this story though; it is only the beginning.
I gave this book 4.75 of 5.0 stars for plot, story line and characterization. The sensual nature of the story makes it enjoyable.
I read a complimentary ARC of this book provided by the author. This in no way affected my opinion of this tale which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
March 24, 2020
Adorei este livro, estava procurando por um romance fofinho e sem passar nervoso, e este livro é assim.
Brock Kincade é um escocês que vem para a Inglaterra para buscar sua irmã, já que ele acredita que Lorde Lennox a sequestrou. Quando ele chega na casa dos Lennox, conhece a irmã dele, de Ashton Lennox, Lady Joanna. Ele rouba um beijo dela e depois que descobre que sua irmã Rosalind Kincade está apaixonada por Ashton, ele retorna para a Escócia.
Joanna fica nervosa, pois o escocês partiu sem nenhuma explicação. Mas ele volta um mês depois determinado a se casar com ela. Mas ela quer se casar por amor, porém Brock apanhou muito de seu pai, assim como seus irmãos e sua mãe e por isso teme se apaixonar. Acontece que Joanna está em sua 3 temporada, e sem nenhum pretendente. E este mocinho faz o coração dela suspirar. Por isto, ela resolve se casar com ele.
Tenho um fraco por estes mocinhos escoceses, e por isto adoro ler livros das highlands. O livro é muito bom, porém Brock demora a perceber que está apaixonado por Joanna e por isto não dei 5 estrelas.
Fiquei encantada pelo irmão de Brock, Aiden que resgata animais que estão precisando de ajuda, e por Charles Humphrey, o Conde de Lonsdale. Este é o 10 livro desta série, mas foi o primeiro que li, porque tenho a mania de ler fora de ordem. Apesar de ser o 10, pelo que eu vi este ocorre cronologicamente após o livro 4, onde conta a história de Ashton e Rosalind.
Irei ler mais livros da autora porque adorei sua escrita e super recomendo.
Brock Kincade é um escocês que vem para a Inglaterra para buscar sua irmã, já que ele acredita que Lorde Lennox a sequestrou. Quando ele chega na casa dos Lennox, conhece a irmã dele, de Ashton Lennox, Lady Joanna. Ele rouba um beijo dela e depois que descobre que sua irmã Rosalind Kincade está apaixonada por Ashton, ele retorna para a Escócia.
Joanna fica nervosa, pois o escocês partiu sem nenhuma explicação. Mas ele volta um mês depois determinado a se casar com ela. Mas ela quer se casar por amor, porém Brock apanhou muito de seu pai, assim como seus irmãos e sua mãe e por isso teme se apaixonar. Acontece que Joanna está em sua 3 temporada, e sem nenhum pretendente. E este mocinho faz o coração dela suspirar. Por isto, ela resolve se casar com ele.
Tenho um fraco por estes mocinhos escoceses, e por isto adoro ler livros das highlands. O livro é muito bom, porém Brock demora a perceber que está apaixonado por Joanna e por isto não dei 5 estrelas.
Fiquei encantada pelo irmão de Brock, Aiden que resgata animais que estão precisando de ajuda, e por Charles Humphrey, o Conde de Lonsdale. Este é o 10 livro desta série, mas foi o primeiro que li, porque tenho a mania de ler fora de ordem. Apesar de ser o 10, pelo que eu vi este ocorre cronologicamente após o livro 4, onde conta a história de Ashton e Rosalind.
Irei ler mais livros da autora porque adorei sua escrita e super recomendo.
July 6, 2023
One of Mad about Series 2023 books. It is the 10th in the Series. The H is Brock Kincaid, the new Earl (brother to Rosiland) and the h is Joanna Lennox (sister to Ashton). This is a romance where there is instant attraction and the H asks the h to marry him. They elope to Gretna Green. Love comes later.
Lots of drama & adventure: evil servants, Hugo Waverly, Scottish disgruntled men and opposition from one family member. Wonderful loves scenes.
Characters in the book: Lennox Family, Ashton, Rafe, Lady Lennox, Joanna
Kincaid Family: Brock, Braden and Aiden & Rosiland.
League Members in the Book: 1.Duke of Essex, Gabriel St. Laurent,2. Jonathan St. Laurent,3. Cedric,Viscount ?,4. Lucien, Marquess of Rochester, 5. Charles Humphrey, Earl of Lonsdale, 6. Ashton Lennox, Baron.
Lots of drama & adventure: evil servants, Hugo Waverly, Scottish disgruntled men and opposition from one family member. Wonderful loves scenes.
Characters in the book: Lennox Family, Ashton, Rafe, Lady Lennox, Joanna
Kincaid Family: Brock, Braden and Aiden & Rosiland.
League Members in the Book: 1.Duke of Essex, Gabriel St. Laurent,2. Jonathan St. Laurent,3. Cedric,Viscount ?,4. Lucien, Marquess of Rochester, 5. Charles Humphrey, Earl of Lonsdale, 6. Ashton Lennox, Baron.
October 3, 2022
Soy fan de esta saga que más decir, me enamoro de cada pareja siempre y esta no es la excepción ❤️🩹.
Joanna y Brock 💚mi escocés y mi inglesa. Me encanta como se conocen, ese primer encuentro es clave en como son y como se va desenvolviendo su relación a lo largo del libro.
🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷
Mi dulce Sassenach se ha rendido ante mí.
—. Ahora sé que estaba corriendo hacia algo mejor.
—Amo este lugar… y… —contuvo la respiración antes de añadir—: Y te amo a ti, Brock, mi feroz tejón.
—Ah, bien, mujer. Llévame al médico —refunfuñó. Pero, secretamente, le gustaba que ella lo mandara y lo cuidara. Esto era nuevo, esta sensación de ser cuidado, y aunque no le gustaba sentirse débil, definitivamente le gustaba sentirse amado.
Su madre tenía razón. El amor no dejaba lugar al odio. Y Joanna lo llenaba de un amor interminable.
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Pdst: Joanna si que le rezo, toda una guerrera🛐
Joanna y Brock 💚mi escocés y mi inglesa. Me encanta como se conocen, ese primer encuentro es clave en como son y como se va desenvolviendo su relación a lo largo del libro.
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Mi dulce Sassenach se ha rendido ante mí.
—. Ahora sé que estaba corriendo hacia algo mejor.
—Amo este lugar… y… —contuvo la respiración antes de añadir—: Y te amo a ti, Brock, mi feroz tejón.
—Ah, bien, mujer. Llévame al médico —refunfuñó. Pero, secretamente, le gustaba que ella lo mandara y lo cuidara. Esto era nuevo, esta sensación de ser cuidado, y aunque no le gustaba sentirse débil, definitivamente le gustaba sentirse amado.
Su madre tenía razón. El amor no dejaba lugar al odio. Y Joanna lo llenaba de un amor interminable.
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Pdst: Joanna si que le rezo, toda una guerrera🛐
March 21, 2019
Joanna Lennox younger sister of Ashton is pretty, intelligent, witty and surprisingly on the shelf especially with a hefty dowry, she should have gentleman lining up at her door but instead she seems doomed to become a spinster. Then one night whilst reading in the library a handsome highland lord steals a kiss from her, which stirs her deepest desires. Brock Kincade knows better than to go around kissing English ladies in dark libraries, especially when a lady is the little sister of Ashton the man who will shortly be his brother-in-law. After that single kiss, which he can’t forget he knows he wants her as his wife. The pair steal away & flee to Gretna Green but Ashton & the League of Rogues are in pursuit.
Another page turning, captivating read that had me reading well into the night to finish. This book could be read on its own but I’d recommend reading the whole of this brilliant series & to be picky I’d read this after reading Ashton & Rosalind’s story. As ever the author brings the characters alive, I loved both Brock & Joanna, he has his insecurities but with Joanna’s love & help finally realises he's not his father. Joanna is strong & feisty & I loved the encounter after their shopping expedition. The story flows extremely well & I was drawn in from the start & gripped until the end.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
Another page turning, captivating read that had me reading well into the night to finish. This book could be read on its own but I’d recommend reading the whole of this brilliant series & to be picky I’d read this after reading Ashton & Rosalind’s story. As ever the author brings the characters alive, I loved both Brock & Joanna, he has his insecurities but with Joanna’s love & help finally realises he's not his father. Joanna is strong & feisty & I loved the encounter after their shopping expedition. The story flows extremely well & I was drawn in from the start & gripped until the end.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
March 21, 2019
"A perfect kiss?" Joanna Lennox knew there was no such thing. Of course at twenty years old, she was unkissed, uncourted and utterly alone. But that was about to change as a Scotsman came into her library and kissed her senseless! What? Oh yes, talk about a story grabbing hold in the first few pages!!
Then, a broodingly handsome, dangerous Scot, Brock Kincade, who was the brother of her future sister in law, stepped into her life and changed everything! What could be better than a handsome Scot and one who asked her to marry him? But what about love?
A delicious, sigh worthy story that I could not put down once I started. Other characters in the League made their appearances, of which Joanna's brother was a member.
Prepared to be enchanted and even a little emotional as Joanna and Brock (yes one of my favorite names!) try to find their happy ever after!!
Then, a broodingly handsome, dangerous Scot, Brock Kincade, who was the brother of her future sister in law, stepped into her life and changed everything! What could be better than a handsome Scot and one who asked her to marry him? But what about love?
A delicious, sigh worthy story that I could not put down once I started. Other characters in the League made their appearances, of which Joanna's brother was a member.
Prepared to be enchanted and even a little emotional as Joanna and Brock (yes one of my favorite names!) try to find their happy ever after!!
March 23, 2019
Romance is an adventure. Smith takes us on a magical ride of fiery heroines, roguish heroes and the twists that follow them to their happy ending. The beauty of a Lauren Smith novel is her skill at making not always likable people into the most lovable characters. Never Kiss a Scot is an unpredictable tale of love, lust and mystery. From the glimpse of old acquaintances to the tango of hearts that Brock and Joanna dance, Never Kiss a Scot is a passion that will scorch and I loved the burn.
August 10, 2022
Brock and Joanna must face the prejudices of their family and social circles as well as their own biases, doubts, and fears about themselves, each other, and the meaning of marriage to discover the true nature of love.
April 13, 2019
Read this straight through, could not put it down. Such a lovely story. Joanna was feisty and Brock was a darling. I loved reading this book and the series so far. Glad there's more to come. Nothing lower than 5☆.
July 4, 2021
Ohhh I love this cover!
May 2, 2024
This was such a fun read! I have been listening to the audiobooks of the League of Rogues series and was excited to experience the story between Brock and Joanna. I love that Lauren Smith uses foreshadowing in earlier books so that we already know the background of how Joanna and Brock meet. And any couple that meets in a library has my vote! 🤣
We also got a setting change from the other books, and we journey onto the windswept moors of Scotland as we got to know the main couple. For the first time in this series, we also got to live through a harrowing ride to Gretna Green and I loved the realistic development of this couples relationship. Really excited to read the rest of this series, and definitely recommend it to any Regency romance lovers.
We also got a setting change from the other books, and we journey onto the windswept moors of Scotland as we got to know the main couple. For the first time in this series, we also got to live through a harrowing ride to Gretna Green and I loved the realistic development of this couples relationship. Really excited to read the rest of this series, and definitely recommend it to any Regency romance lovers.
January 8, 2024
This book was everything I wanted and more! I didn’t realize it came out earlier this year or I would have read it sooner. I have been waiting for Joanna and Brock’s story. From beginning to end, so much kissing, feels and such strong characters. Loved it and can’t wait to see what is in store for Brock’s brothers.
March 22, 2019
I have read and enjoyed all of the League of Rogues books so far. As the 'main' league characters have all had their stories and now we are moving onto some of the related characters. This time we have Brock (Rosalind's brother) and Joanna (Ashton's sister). I think that this book comes chronologically after Ashton and Rosalind's story, so before some of the other books in the series. It's a while since I read Wicked Rivals . While Never Kiss a Scot works as a standalone novel, it does start with something that I think happened in Wicked Rivals. If you haven't read it recently, you might want to go back and re-read that one first, but it doesn't really matter.
Joanna and Brock are quite sweet together. There is the obvious worry and resistance that often happens in romance books, but of course, they win through. Joanna isn't some wilting wallflower and is more than happy to stand her own and be equal to Brock.
There is a little bit of the Disney style depiction of Scotland that many romance books seem to have. It is a little irritating, but I can forgive that for an enjoyable story.
This was another enjoyable installment in the League of Rogues stories and I'm looking forward to reading the next story to come out of this series.
Joanna and Brock are quite sweet together. There is the obvious worry and resistance that often happens in romance books, but of course, they win through. Joanna isn't some wilting wallflower and is more than happy to stand her own and be equal to Brock.
There is a little bit of the Disney style depiction of Scotland that many romance books seem to have. It is a little irritating, but I can forgive that for an enjoyable story.
This was another enjoyable installment in the League of Rogues stories and I'm looking forward to reading the next story to come out of this series.
July 14, 2019
IT WAS OKAY. IM HAPPY TO SEE OLD CHARACTERS MAKING AN APPEARANCE HERE BUT OTHERWISE THE STORY WAS SMOOTH SAILING AND A TAD PREDICTABLE WITH ALMOST ZERO CONFLICT.
HERO is Rosalind's big brother and i did so enjoy the opening of the story which reflects ONE MONTH AGO where he kisses our heroine in her own home, tie her up and abduct his sister from beneath Ashton's nose. Clearly our heroine is pissed. Now, Brock is back for his sister's wedding but he won't go back empty handed. He wants a wife and he wants our heroine. Brock is gruff and sweet, the almost perfect hero you won't even have need to complain about.
HEROINE has gone three seasons without a suitor. She doesn't know what's wrong. She's pretty, smart and wealthy...why is no one clamouring for her attention? When everyone around her gets a happy ending, she's quite forlorn and when the only man who ever kissed her comes back into her life, perhaps this time she will take matters into her own hand.
OVERALL it was all too smooth for me. There wasn't angst or drama or conflict driving this story that made it interesting for me.
HERO is Rosalind's big brother and i did so enjoy the opening of the story which reflects ONE MONTH AGO where he kisses our heroine in her own home, tie her up and abduct his sister from beneath Ashton's nose. Clearly our heroine is pissed. Now, Brock is back for his sister's wedding but he won't go back empty handed. He wants a wife and he wants our heroine. Brock is gruff and sweet, the almost perfect hero you won't even have need to complain about.
HEROINE has gone three seasons without a suitor. She doesn't know what's wrong. She's pretty, smart and wealthy...why is no one clamouring for her attention? When everyone around her gets a happy ending, she's quite forlorn and when the only man who ever kissed her comes back into her life, perhaps this time she will take matters into her own hand.
OVERALL it was all too smooth for me. There wasn't angst or drama or conflict driving this story that made it interesting for me.
March 23, 2019
Two badgers, three Scottish brothers, one villain, five dances, two weddings, three highwaymen -- there's a lot going on in this story and it's all woven together masterfully into a well-paced, emotionally charged romantic adventure with plenty of steam, a few laughs and a delightful array of characters.
Joanna is everything she should be to have her choice of suitors: well bred, moneyed, lovely, and agreeable. But after three seasons, no one has shown any interest, and it makes no sense.
In what might be one of the best first meeting scenes ever, the rugged laird of the Kincades practically steps out of Joanna's gothic romance novel and gives her the perfect kiss she'd been dreaming about.
Following her heart will test Joanna -- her patience, her priorities, her physical and emotional strength. Watching her grow beyond her expectations is glorious.
Special kudos for the cover. It's dreamy and romantic and gives a gentle nod to clinch covers of the past while still looking modern. I especially like the detail of the ribbon stretched between their hands.
Joanna is everything she should be to have her choice of suitors: well bred, moneyed, lovely, and agreeable. But after three seasons, no one has shown any interest, and it makes no sense.
In what might be one of the best first meeting scenes ever, the rugged laird of the Kincades practically steps out of Joanna's gothic romance novel and gives her the perfect kiss she'd been dreaming about.
Following her heart will test Joanna -- her patience, her priorities, her physical and emotional strength. Watching her grow beyond her expectations is glorious.
Special kudos for the cover. It's dreamy and romantic and gives a gentle nod to clinch covers of the past while still looking modern. I especially like the detail of the ribbon stretched between their hands.
March 25, 2019
It’s been a while I have read some Mrs Lauren Smith’s work.
I do loved this sweet novel, with no big drama nor too much angst, the author created a lovely story of two people who get to know the other and who get confirmed they made the right choice.
Joanna and Brock have had quite a first encounter, they shared a scorching kiss then he tied her to “rescue” his own sister from her brother.
But by the month that passed after, they can’t stop thinking about the other. So when they see again, they still feel this deep pulse that brings them together.
Mrs Smith crafted a beautiful tale of two soulmates who slowly discover and understand why they were meant to be together, he makes her felt cared and cherished while she shares the same aspirations as himself.
It was like a reverse wooing, they marry then learn about the other, and each new discovery is a new stone to the future they will built together.
I do loved how each meeting with other protagonists deepened their bond, reenforcing their relationship.
4,5 stars for a smoothly narrated romance.
I do loved this sweet novel, with no big drama nor too much angst, the author created a lovely story of two people who get to know the other and who get confirmed they made the right choice.
Joanna and Brock have had quite a first encounter, they shared a scorching kiss then he tied her to “rescue” his own sister from her brother.
But by the month that passed after, they can’t stop thinking about the other. So when they see again, they still feel this deep pulse that brings them together.
Mrs Smith crafted a beautiful tale of two soulmates who slowly discover and understand why they were meant to be together, he makes her felt cared and cherished while she shares the same aspirations as himself.
It was like a reverse wooing, they marry then learn about the other, and each new discovery is a new stone to the future they will built together.
I do loved how each meeting with other protagonists deepened their bond, reenforcing their relationship.
4,5 stars for a smoothly narrated romance.
June 17, 2024
OK, dure varios días en terminarlo pero es un libro ligero y romántico, con poco drama.
Un lord que necesita dinero y una chica que parece condenada a estar soltera, y la idea de abandonar sus ideales románticas no es tan deprimente hasta que escuche a su madre y su hermano hablar de ella al atreverse a quedar cautiva por un escoses y bailar 5 piezas a su lado.
Un escándalo no está de más ¿no? Huir con él es lo de menos.
Frases
Ella era un rayo de sol, una risa sincera, un guiño y una sonrisa, todo junto.
ciertamente no debería estar lanzando piedras cuando su propia casa estaba hecha de vidrio hilado.
Él la había hecho sentir como ella misma, como si valiera algo. Eso lo había significado todo para ella.
—Todo irá bien —susurró—. Cuidaré de ti.
Si fuera lo suficientemente valiente, la amaría con locura, pero era un cobarde por temer las consecuencias del amor.
la sonrisa de Joanna era como una llama ardiente en la oscuridad, que lo llamaba, que lo guiaba a casa.
Habría renunciado a todo y más, solo por tener un momento más para conocerla y amarla.
Un lord que necesita dinero y una chica que parece condenada a estar soltera, y la idea de abandonar sus ideales románticas no es tan deprimente hasta que escuche a su madre y su hermano hablar de ella al atreverse a quedar cautiva por un escoses y bailar 5 piezas a su lado.
Un escándalo no está de más ¿no? Huir con él es lo de menos.
Frases
Ella era un rayo de sol, una risa sincera, un guiño y una sonrisa, todo junto.
ciertamente no debería estar lanzando piedras cuando su propia casa estaba hecha de vidrio hilado.
Él la había hecho sentir como ella misma, como si valiera algo. Eso lo había significado todo para ella.
—Todo irá bien —susurró—. Cuidaré de ti.
Si fuera lo suficientemente valiente, la amaría con locura, pero era un cobarde por temer las consecuencias del amor.
la sonrisa de Joanna era como una llama ardiente en la oscuridad, que lo llamaba, que lo guiaba a casa.
Habría renunciado a todo y más, solo por tener un momento más para conocerla y amarla.
April 5, 2019
Joanna Lennox is a beautiful, intelligent, witty young woman she doesn’t understand what’s wrong with her no man will offer her marriage. She dreams of finding love and romance and when a sexy dark brooding Scottish highlander show up in her library she finds herself very curious about his kisses. Brock Kincaid is trying to find his sister and what happen but he runs into Ashton Lennox’s sister, his sister, Rosalind's soon to be sister-in-law. He knows better than to go around kissing English ladies in dark libraries, but he just can’t help himself. I love the first meeting, the sexual tension with an amazing first kiss that rocks Joanna and Brock’s worlds. The story just keep getting better as we journey with Joanna and Brock as they navigate through their feeling, Brock has vowed to never fall in love and Joanna has always wanted a husband who loves her. I voluntarily read and reviewed this amazing story by Lauren Smith.
October 22, 2021
Never Give Up on Love 💘
ADULT Historical Recency Romance 💕and Adventure.
Spy Games.
This book has several plot lines going at the same time.
Joanna💃💋 is the almost spinster sister of Baron Aston Lennox, one of the members of the League of Rogues. After three seasons she has had no interest at all from a potential suitor, despite her large dowry and her own personal wealth. When huge Rogish Scotsman Brock Kincade🐺🍆⛲💪, kisses 💋💋her in the library during a ball, She is overwhelmed! He is overwhelmed!
Brock🐺🍆⛲💪 is there to attend the wedding of his sister, Rosalind, to Ashton. So he will be Joanna's brother in law. He wants to be her protector, her husband!
Sir Hugo 👹🔪is trying to find an opportunity to kill Ashton. He wants to kill all the members of the League of Rogues. Who will and how will he be stopped?
I've read several of the books in this long series when they were put on sale. I recently got this one for 99¢ from Amazon.
ADULT Historical Recency Romance 💕and Adventure.
Spy Games.
This book has several plot lines going at the same time.
Joanna💃💋 is the almost spinster sister of Baron Aston Lennox, one of the members of the League of Rogues. After three seasons she has had no interest at all from a potential suitor, despite her large dowry and her own personal wealth. When huge Rogish Scotsman Brock Kincade🐺🍆⛲💪, kisses 💋💋her in the library during a ball, She is overwhelmed! He is overwhelmed!
Brock🐺🍆⛲💪 is there to attend the wedding of his sister, Rosalind, to Ashton. So he will be Joanna's brother in law. He wants to be her protector, her husband!
Sir Hugo 👹🔪is trying to find an opportunity to kill Ashton. He wants to kill all the members of the League of Rogues. Who will and how will he be stopped?
I've read several of the books in this long series when they were put on sale. I recently got this one for 99¢ from Amazon.
April 29, 2024
Sensational Scot!
Never Kiss a Scot, book 10 of Lauren Smith’s League of Rogues series is a sensational tale of love! Brock Kincade stole into Lennox House to rescue his sister, and unexpectedly runs into Joanna Lennox. To keep her from calling out he kisses her, and knows then he wants her for his wife. Some time later he convinces her to marry him, but swears never to fall in love, for fear he will become the monster like his father. But Joanna loves Brock, and believes that love is stronger than the demons of his past and will fight for their future! I absolutely adored these characters and the story of their love and their fight to start a new life together!
Never Kiss a Scot, book 10 of Lauren Smith’s League of Rogues series is a sensational tale of love! Brock Kincade stole into Lennox House to rescue his sister, and unexpectedly runs into Joanna Lennox. To keep her from calling out he kisses her, and knows then he wants her for his wife. Some time later he convinces her to marry him, but swears never to fall in love, for fear he will become the monster like his father. But Joanna loves Brock, and believes that love is stronger than the demons of his past and will fight for their future! I absolutely adored these characters and the story of their love and their fight to start a new life together!
March 26, 2019
Another can't put down until done book by Lauren. If you have read The League of Rogues series, you will love the latest one between Ashton's sister Joanna and Rosalind's brother Brock. The saying goes "love at 1st sight" well this one is "love at first kiss." Brock is thought to be a brute, but is really a very protective person of the ones he loves. Joanna's family thinks she needs to be pampered but the opposite is true, she has a backbone of steel and will "fight" for the ones she loves. Love does conquer all in this one.
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