General Fiction (Adult) , Historical Fiction , Romance
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New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean returns with a
blazingly sexy, unapologetically feminist new series, Hell’s Belles,
beginning with a bold, bombshell of a heroine, able to dispose of a
scoundrel—or seduce one—in a single night.
After years of living as London’s brightest scandal, Lady Sesily Talbot has embraced the reputation and the freedom that comes with the title. No one looks twice when she lures a gentleman into the dark gardens beyond a Mayfair ballroom…and no one realizes those trysts are not what they seem.
No one, that is, but Caleb Calhoun, who has spent years trying not to notice his best friend’s beautiful, brash, brilliant sister. If you ask him, he’s been a saint about it, considering the way she looks at him…and the way she talks to him…and the way she’d felt in his arms during their one ill-advised kiss.
Except someone has to keep Sesily from tumbling into trouble during her dangerous late-night escapades, and maybe close proximity is exactly what Caleb needs to get this infuriating, outrageous woman out of his system. But now Caleb is the one in trouble, because he’s fast realizing that Sesily isn’t for forgetting…she’s forever. And forever isn’t something he can risk. AMAZON LINK
What a great story this book turned out to be. I liked how outrageously unique Sesily turned out to be. I couldn't help but like her and I could see how misunderstood that she had been by many. Even her sisters who loved her didn't really understand her and her needs. I liked the bit where she needed to "find a different path." And she is absolutely fearless but it helps that she had a group of women who stand right with her. They becomes her "sisters" of purpose. Duchess of Trevescan is the main rich, powerful leader, who has brought Sesily and others together. The other "sisters" who are grossly underestimated are, Adelaide Frampton viewed as a simpering wallflower is able to wield a wicked blade. Imogen Loveless, is the slightly bloodthirsty creator of concoctions and likes to blow things up. Now her, I would definitely like to read more about. I also want to read more of Adelaide and her story but Imogen first please because she has captured my attention.
Caleb was one mystery box of a man. He's also a born protector which has also brought him boat loads of trouble. Both in the past and now, he sees no future for himself but does all he can to protect people around him. It's often to his own hurt but it has also caused some hurt to a few people. Sesily is one of those people who has hurt and struggled because of him. She loves with her whole heart
The activities and the dangers definitely keeps you on the edge of the seat. I was rooting for these ladies and their forms of justice. Helping those who are powerless. The only thing that bothered me was at times the story did slow down with Caleb and his continual regrets and hopelessness. I felt that could have been brought down a notch or two. The story was so good though I just kind of powered through that.
Just so you know there are some HOT scenes in the story. But I also liked how the story ended with well deserved justices served and a H.E.A. Sesily Style.
My final words are that "yes, this is a series that I want to keep reading".
"I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.”
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