Rogue Beast

The Rourkes #12

by Kylie Gilmore

Beauty meets Beast in a case of mistaken identity, a fake relationship, and very real chemistry…
Harper
Everyone thinks I’m tough as nails because I used to play a CEO on TV. I’m not. Unfortunately, it’s brought weird stalker men out of the woodwork, which is why I finally broke down and hired a bodyguard. Cut to: a beast of a man with striking aquamarine eyes shows up on the set of my new show. Insta-lust completely takes me by surprise. I’m talking a full head-to-toe rush of heat, fluttering stomach, every nerve ending alive.

This is a problem. I have a boyfriend, and this is supposed to be a professional relationship. I’m lusty as a teenager coming face-to-face with my crush. And then I realize—my crush is into it.
 
Garrett
I was visiting my sister-in-law on set when Harper Ellis invited me to her trailer. She’s a beauty, all right. A little shy and very sweet. We really connected, so I didn’t want to spoil the moment by admitting I wasn’t her bodyguard.

Her real guard shows up and I figure that’s the end of it. Turns out she’s got a boyfriend. But then they breakup and the fallout makes people feel sorry for her (the guy cheated on her in a public way). To save face she claims she was seeing me.

I don’t care if we’re faking a relationship for the good PR, the chemistry is real, and I start thinking we have a future. Until everything blows up in my face. Now I have to prove that we belong together.


This romantic comedy stands alone with a swoonworthy happily-ever-after!

The Rourkes Series
Royal Catch (Book 1)
Royal Hottie (Book 2)
Royal Darling (Book 3)
Royal Charmer (Book 4)
Royal Player (Book 5)
Royal Shark (Book 6)
Rogue Prince (Book 7)
Rogue Gentleman (Book 8)
Rogue Rascal (Book 9)
Rogue Angel (Book 10)
Rogue Devil (Book 11)
Rogue Beast (Book 12)

Genres: Romance

300 pages, Paperback

Published September 22, 2020

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Kylie Gilmore is the USA Today bestselling author of over fifty humorous contemporary romances. Her series include Happy Endings in Clover Park, Unleashed Romance, the Rourkes, the Happy Endings Book Club, Clover Park, and Clover Park Charmers. With more than three million downloads of her books, readers all over the world love escaping into her hilarious feel-good romances featuring strong bonds with family, friends, and community.

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KYLIE’S BOOKS

HAPPY ENDINGS IN CLOVER PARK
The Kissing Part (Book 1)
The Sexy Part (Book 2)

UNLEASHED ROMANCE
Fetching (Book 1)
Dashing (Book 2)
Sporting (Book 3)
Toying (Book 4)
Blazing (Book 5)
Chasing (Book 6)
Daring (Book 7)
Leading (Book 8)
Racing (Book 9)
Loving (Book 10)

THE ROURKES
Royal Catch (Book 1)
Royal Hottie (Book 2)
Royal Darling (Book 3)
Royal Charmer (Book 4)
Royal Player (Book 5)
Royal Shark (Book 6)
Rogue Prince (Book 7)
Rogue Gentleman (Book 8)
Rogue Rascal (Book 9)
Rogue Angel (Book 10)
Rogue Devil (Book 11)
Rogue Beast (Book 12)

HAPPY ENDINGS BOOK CLUB
Hidden Hollywood (Book 1)
Inviting Trouble (Book 2)
So Revealing (Book 3)
Formal Arrangement (Book 4)
Bad Boy Done Wrong (Book 5)
Mess With Me (Book 6)
Resisting Fate (Book 7)
Chance of Romance (Book 8)
Wicked Flirt (Book 9)
An Inconvenient Plan (Book 10) 
A Happy Endings Wedding (Book 11)

CLOVER PARK SERIES
The Opposite of Wild (Book 1)
Daisy Does It All (Book 2)
Bad Taste in Men (Book 3)
Kissing Santa (Book 4)
Restless Harmony (Book 5)
Not My Romeo (Book 6)
Rev Me Up (Book 7)
An Ambitious Engagement (Book 8)
Clutch Player (Book 9)
A Tempting Friendship (Book 10)
Clover Park Bride: Nico and Lily’s Wedding
A Valentine’s Day Gift (Book 11)
Maggie Meets Her Match (Book 12)

CLOVER PARK CHARMERS
Almost Over It (Book 1)
Almost Married (Book 2)
Almost Fate (Book 3)
Almost in Love (Book 4)
Almost Romance (Book 5)
Almost Hitched (Book 6)

Reviews

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Garrett and Harper’s story in Rogue Beast by Kylie Gilmore, book twelve in The Rourkes series, was a comedy of errors; giving emotions a reason to smile. Garrett and Harper are a mistake in the making that somehow turns out to make perfect sense. Even as your heart breaks and your eyes well up with tears, Ms Gilmore finds a way to make you laugh with more than a little heartwarming cheer.

Garrett is the baby in this family of boys. He has the biggest heart, yet feels like his family overlooks him when it comes to their construction business; he was never given a role like the others. When he stops in on the television set to visit his sister-in-law, he meets the woman of his dreams, fellow actress Harper. He's instantly attracted to her, but despite getting a vibe that she’s interested in him, she says she has a boyfriend; who just broke up with her. Harper and Garrett have off the chart chemistry and the electricity they generate could supply the television stage. Harper has been burned before and fears that Garrett is using her to gain access to an acting career. Garrett will need to pull out the big gums to convince her that he’s in it for the long haul.

Since this book is the end of a series, we do get a few peeks into how the other Rourkes are doing, which was totally fun. Also, the Saga of the Serving Spoon is finally resolved as well as the Puzzle of the Painting. Best of all, some of the characters from the next series are introduced. A great end to an awesome series!

Ms. Gilmore wrote a wonderful and moving story that is definitely not to be missed. She provided a tale rich with sizzling chemistry, challenging situations, and charming characters giving Garrett and Harper a chance to have it all. I recommend Rogue Beast to other readers.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rogue Beast is Garrett’s story. He feels like he’s been overlooked by his brothers in their construction business. He’s still on the crew where they are all in management. He’s not sure whether construction is what he wants to do for the rest of his life or if he just fell into it. A case of mistaken identity means he’s introduced to Harper Ellis. He’s attracted instantly & by luck, ends up going to a charity affair with her. As their relationship develops, he learns about all of her insecurities & accidentally pushes the wrong buttons. Can he make it up to her?

Harper can’t believe she jumped into this agreement with Garrett. She’s so tired of men dating her to move their careers ahead & then dumping her. She’s determined not to let anyone else close. Garrett just managed to sneak under those barriers she put in place. She’s attracted & tried to give him a chance. When her insecurities caused her to lash out, instead of being understanding, he broke it off! Was she wrong about him? Did she make a big mistake?

I really enjoyed this story. It was a true look at dating with all of the normal hang ups & miscommunications. I really enjoyed General, or Queen, Joan. Her attitude was all elderly spunk but you could feel the love for her granddaughter showing through. I loved the respect that Garrett showed to her. The appearances by the rest of the Rourke family add depth & humor to the plot. I really enjoyed this story & cant wait to learn more about Wyatt Winters!

[JLS · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the final book in the Rourke family saga. It focuses on Garrett, the youngest of the Brooklyn Rourkes. I love Garrett. He is super sweet, family oriented and incredibly sensitive. He's watched his brothers fall in love and get married. Now he wants to buy a house of his own and find the One for him. He earned his nickname, Beast, due to all of his muscles he has from working out and working for the family construction company. He feels as the youngest he has been overlooked and under appreciated.

Enter Harper Ellis. She's an actress on his sister-in-law's TV show and mistakes him for her new bodyguard. She's been burned before in relationships where men want to use her success to benefit their careers.

But Garrett appears different. He's sweet, sensitive and seems to be able to see through her defenses. And their chemistry is off the charts. But after attending a charity gala, he is the talk of the town. He's offered acting jobs and doesn't seem to have to try and Harper's show is not going as well as they hoped. Can she trust him? Is he just trying to use her like her exes? Or can they work through it to their happily ever after?

I received this ARC in exchange for my honest review. Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of Kylie Gilmore's books. She's an amazing author and writes captivating series.

[Tammy Moldovan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the 12th and final book in the Rourke series. This book has a little bit of everything - sweet moments, fan your face steamy, a bit of hilarity, tearful scenes, and heart squeezing love. Garrett is the youngest of the Brooklyn Rourkes. He is called Beast because of his muscles on top of muscles but despite his outward appearance, he is really just a sweet softie. Garrett meets actress Harper Ellis while he is visiting his SIL on the set of her tv series. Harper mistakes Garrett for her new bodyguard newly hired because of a stalker. There is instant sizzling chemistry between the two but Harper has a boyfriend so nothing happens. After Harper is dumped by her cheating boyfriend she chokes and to save face acts like it was a mutual decision to see other people and announces that she is dating Garrett. In order to save her reputation, Garrett agrees to be her fake boyfriend until the story dies down. On their way to their HEA, they each must deal with their own issues and past baggage - Garrett thinking his family does not value his contribution in the family construction business and trying to find the right career path for him and Harper feeling used in her past relationships and having difficulty trusting - and together build a strong, healthy and respectful relationship. Since this is the final book in the series there is some wrap up with the characters from previous books but this does not detract from the main storyline, instead, it just adds to the richness of Garrett and Harper’s story. With Rogue Beast, Kylie Gilmore again proves she a master of swoon worthy tales.

[Monica · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was so excited to read the last Rourke book with a take on Beauty and the Beast! I have never loved a series as much as this. With incredibly hot royals and the sweet, sassy, independant women that love them, this series is not to be missed! 

Actress Harper Ellis has good reason to be cautious. Both parents abandoned her leaving to be raised by a strict grandmother, and her career has only attracted men that use her for the fame she brings them. Then there are the crazies that have resulted in her needing to hire security. When she sees the muscle-bound man heading towards her trailer on set she automatically assumes he is her new bodyguard.

Mistaken identity never felt so good to Garrett Rourke. Taken in by the tough, curly haired woman has him playing along in fun. Evidently she didn't see the fun in it. But he couldn't ignore the chemistry he felt and saw in her eyes as well. Getting through her tough exterior will take patience and work. She's sensitive, like Garrett, so he'll take as long as necessary to prove he isn't like her past boyfriends.

But when Garrett finds a new career interest will all of Harper's previous insecurities return?

I received an ARC and voluntarily offer this review.

[Mayas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Garrett was the gentlest soul of all the Brooklyn Rourke's. Thoughtful, brain, and brawn. There wasn't a dry seat in the house when he opened his mouth and nothing but respect and truth came out. He never lied to Harper and did everything in his power to prove he was different event when things heated up.

I would admit at times Harper ticked me off because she used her past experiences a little too much. Beast NEVER showed ill intent and even asked her opinion genuinely. He was like me in thinking she understood his ultimate goal. He wanted to find HIS spot. He was tired of being overlooked and tried to make his own mark as well as be there for his family.

In actuality they both had insecurities but in different aspects of their life. The plus side was that Beast read Harper like an open book and taught her to accept who she was and not be scripted all the time. That was a great hidden lesson. For some reason Joan did a work of art on her psychic but the heart to heart helped with that too....

I will miss the brothers but know we will get glimpse of them in the next series.

[Quinn Fforde · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've been looking forward to Garrett's book for quite a while since he is the end of the series. It did not disappoint. Garrett is such a sweetheart! He is so thoughtful to Harper. This matters because Harper is used to being alone without tenderness. She has a hard time believing that Garrett is genuine, and that causes problems for them. But help comes from an unexpected source, and true love wins the day.
The biggest surprise in the book was the chemistry between Garrett and Harper. They are such nice people, but when they get together, there is combustion. I know I blushed a couple of times.
Because it is the end of a series, we get little glimpses into how the other Rourkes are doing, and that was fun. Plus, the Saga of the Serving Spoon is resolved as well as the Puzzle of the Painting. I really enjoyed the scenes where the Rourke familys are laughing together. Also, there are some introductions to characters in the new series, and I am very curious about them. A great end to an awesome series!

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am very sad that this is the end of the Rourke series. From the Royal Rourkes to the Brooklyn Rourkes, following both sides of the family as they find their respective HEAs. Each book takes you through the struggles of self discovery, healing, trust, love and eventually commitment. All of them taking the reader through a myriad of emotions always injected with the perfect amount of humor.

Garrett "Beast" Rourke is pulled into Harper's life due to a case of mistaken identity. While he is innocently on the tv show set to watch his sister in law filming an episode of her show, Harper mistakes him as her new Body Guard.

Read this great story as an overly guarded Harper brings Garrett into her world,, never quite trusting that he is not using her to get his foot in the door to a modeling/acting career, And Garret, who as the youngest, has always been passed over for the "Important" jobs in his family's business, is just trying to find his place in the business and in the world.

I love this book and this whole series. You will NOT be disappointed.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Brooklyn royal hit for Kylie! 5 royal stars for this one!
Here we get Garrett's story, the baby of the brood of boys! He's got the biggest heart, yet feels like his family overlooks him when it comes to their construction business. When he stops in on set to visit his sister in law, he meets the woman of his dreams, fellow actress Harper. He's instantly attracted to her, but she says she has a boyfriend.
When these two are thrown together, the sparks combust, but can Harper trust that he's not just trying to gain an acting career out of being seen with her? Can Garrett convince her he's in it for the long haul? Read along and find out!
I'm sad to see the royals go, maybe a holiday book will be written about them? Fingers crossed! This was such a great series, start at the beginning and sit back and enjoy all their stories!

[Kay Eidson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love It!

What a way to end a series! I had this feeling that Garrett would be such an amazing guy. He seemed so miss understood in the other books that it was so good to finally hear his story. You can never go wrong with a hot guy with a soft heart. And Harper just makes you want to reach into the book and hug her. To have such a sad backstory and to see how amazing she is you just knew that Garrett and Harper were meant to be. Once they finally figured things out all you could do was cheer for joy. I cannot wait to see them again in the new series in their new phase as parents. Great job Kylie!!! I’m sad to see them go but man did you do an amazing job ending this series.

[Maria Cecília · Rating 5 out of 5]

Garret and Harper love story is amazing! Everything seems to happen too fast between them. Garret is charming, sexy and cool. He really wants to take it slow... Harper has had her heart broken too many times, as many of her exes only used her to get ahead with their acting careers. She’s not looking for a new romance right after the last break up, but as sweet and sensitive as she is, she couldn’t resist the passion Garret incites. In this story we get to follow the Brooklin Rourkes family getting bigger, the mention of old characters from Happy Endings Book Club series, and great new characters are introduced, with special mention to Harper’s grandmother, who has a striking personality. I just can’t wait for Kylie’s new series!!

[Ruby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rogue Beast is the last of the Rourke books, and as it turns out, one of my favourites. Garrett, known as Beast to family and friends, is one of the sweetest, most sensitive of Kylie's heroes, and when he meets Harper, he is immediately drawn to her. Harper, is an actress that has fought hard to make a career, and been used by past boyfriends to advance their careers. As the get to know one another, Harper, has to let go of past hurts, so they can find their happily ever after. You don't want to miss this wonderful story. 💖 five full stars.

[Dianna F · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. There's something about books which start with a mistaken identify and chance meetings that always draws me. This book was no different and I absolutely loved it!

Harper Ellis (a celebrity) mistakes Garret (Beast) Rourke for someone else and man the connection was instant. You can feel the chemistry these two give off throughout the book. Of course there were some drama, and hot lovin, but best of all was reading how these two come together. It wasn't an easy journey but definitely worth it.

I really enjoyed this book and I hope you will too.

[Lena Dublin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heart Eyes for Garrett

This is the final book of this series and I couldn’t be more sad. I wasn’t ready to say good bye. I should mention that this book can be read as a stand-alone. Garrett is the youngest of the Rourke brothers. It is through a case of mistaken identity that he meets the famous actress Harper Ellis. She is an uptight actress with more baggage than a 747. Garrett in his swoony way breaks through all her walls. This story had me laughing out loud and sighing with a hand over my heart. Love everything about it.

[Isha Coleman · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Rourkes go out the way they came in. With heart, humor and irresistible charm. I'm more than a little sad to say goodbye, but anxiously awaiting what comes next. Rogue Beast is a comedy of errors that gives emotions a reason to smile. Garrett and Harper are a mistake in the making that somehow turns out to make perfect sense. Even as your heart breaks and your eyes well up with tears, Gilmore finds a way to make you laugh with more than a little heartwarming cheer.

[Lisa Benison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Harper and Garrett are amazing! Sweet, funny, romantic and charming and of course flawed...Garrett is a true Rourke and I am so sad that this is the last of the series but we did get an exciting hint at the start of her new series and hints of overlap! And I am crazy about Harper's grandmother - what a fun character - she really makes the story and makes it easier to understand Harper! Sad to see the Rourkes end, but can't wait to see what comes next!

[Annette · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Rogue Beast is my favorite Rogue book! I looked forward to reading Garret’s story and loved it. Garret is the baby of the family and a big teddy bear. Harper a famous TV star mistakes him for her bodyguard and they strike up a friendship. I enjoyed reading Garret and Harper’s love story and his ability to charm women. You will laugh and throughly enjoyed reading this book and all the Rogue Royal books by Kylie Gilmore. I received this book as an arc for an honest review of it.

[Cindie Wenger · Rating 5 out of 5]

wow

Wow, just wow! I’ve fallen in love with Garrett and Harper. They call Garrett the beast but he’s anything but. he’s a giant teddy bear waiting for love. Harper had a rough life growing up, but she’s strong and tough. They meet accidentally, but there’s a spark from that first meeting. He is so strong and loving and family means everything. They have many ups and downs, but in the end love wins out. Can’t wait to see what happens next.

[Margaret · Rating 4 out of 5]

The last Rourke brother finds love. This is a beautiful story of finding love by accident. Harper has been unlucky in previous relationships and she finds it hard to believe that Garrett is as wonderful as he seems. After a whirlwind romance and a lot of misunderstandings these two finally get their HEA with a surprise.

[Sharon Noble · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love at first misstake!

I loved reading about the Rourkes. Right from the beginning with the Villroy Princes to the Brookline Rourkes. Beast is the youngest of them all. Harper Ellis is an actress who is waiting to meet her new bodyguard when she sees Beast walking towards her, so she think his is him. Beast is on set to meet up with his brother & his wife!

[Karen C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great end to an amazing series!

I love the wrap up on this series. Every swoon worthy alpha and their queens! I loved the original series (with King Gabriel) and this spin off with the Rourkes was well done! Can’t wait to read more about Wyatt and Sydney...fingers crossed that her friends get their own HEA!!!

[Candace Mantyk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rogue Beast is book 12 in The Rourkes series by Kylie Gilmore. Garrett, the baby of the family, finally finds love with Harper, an actress who has a less than stellar track record for picking guys. A fun romance, Rogue Beast is the perfect ending to a wonderful series. I'm sad to see this series ending.

[Cali Jewel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a sexy, fun, emotional and action packed adventure filled with engaging and witty charters, fun dialog, heart racing twists, exciting turns and unforgettable passion. Really loved this visit with the Rourkes and most of all watching Garrett and Harper's heartwarming fall.

[Coral Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Harper does not trust men. None have given her a reason. Garret is the youngest of six and feeling a bit left out of the family business. A fun read. Harper has trust issues and Garret is just as sensitive.

[Kim Schubert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the latest and sadly, the last installment of the Roukes family! A classic twist with a Beauty and the beast theme, with all the romance you’d expect from Kylie Gilmore. Get it today!

[Kristy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Harper and Garrett’s story! Harper was fun but a little insecure. Garrett really was a teddy bear and not so much beast. The lead in to a new series was in there. New place sounds fun.

[Patti · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the last book in the Rourkes series and it was a fabulous conclusion!! This is the Beast Garrett's book and he runs into the Beauty Harper and sparks fly immediately!! There is many misunderstandings, road blocks and hurdles that must be crossed before these two can fully accept the real feelings that are between them!! I love getting caught up with the rest of the Rourke family and meeting new friends in Summerdale, N.Y that will start a whole new series!! Can't wait for that!! This book is a standalone and will keep you glued from start to finish!! Don't hesitate to enjoy this book or just grab this whole series!! I can not say enough about this author and this series!! Go enjoy this 10 star read!!!!

[SusanL · Rating 5 out of 5]

The last of this book series. I'm heartbroken!

Harper mistakes Garrett of being her new bodyguard. She tries hard to make a good impression while trying harder to not let him see the immediate lust for him she feels.

Garrett is just as attracted to Harper but doesn't want to correct her on why he's on the lot of Harper's new TV show. He can feel their instant connection and is enjoying being near her, talking with her and seeing her sweetness too much to end that connection too soon. Until her actual bodyguard arrives.

Harper has a really hard time trusting. Garrett doesn't want to be a rebound guy. They're both sensitive souls which made it so great when they were on the same page and frustrating when they weren't. I loved their bond and how Harper had no choice but to fall in love with Garrett. Of course, the road to true love never runs smoothly.

What I also loved about this book was meeting up with the other brothers and checking in on their lives too. I so enjoy Kylie's stories. Makes me believe in true love and its longevity.

[Dawn Herrera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rogue Beast by the talented Kylie Gilmore was a fun and exciting read I absolutely loved this book. A very well written story with some well developed characters. I found myself smiling and laughing and totally enjoying myself. Garrett is the baby of the Rourke family and is a romantic kind of guy, when Harper Ellis mistook him for someone he isn't he can't stop himself from going along with her assumption plus he is kind of drawn to the shy and sweet beauty. Harper knows people believe her to be like the character she portrayed on tv which brings out the stalkers so she hires a bodyguard and when she see the handsome bodyguard coming towards her she feel instant attraction. Sometimes things are not what they seem. This is just the start to a great story and one heck of a great ending to a wonderful series. I highly recommend this book.