Whether you’re a die-hard Regency romance fan or a newcomer to the "Connected World" of Dragonblade Publishing, Rescued by the Lyon by C.H. Admirand is a standout entry that delivers a high-seas spirit to the drawing rooms of London.
The story opens with tragedy. Captain Colin Broadbank of the HMS Britannia returns to England only to learn his elder brother has died. Forced to hang up his uniform and assume the title of , Colin finds himself at odds with his father, who is determined to marry him off to a "simpering miss" from the ton. Refusing to be paraded like a prize horse, Colin decides to take control of his fate by visiting the notorious Lyon’s Den to find a bride on his own terms. The Defiant Heiress: Gemma Atherton
Admirand masterfully blends the tropes of a "marriage of convenience" with the high stakes of a "heist" or adventure novel. If you love stories where the hero is a protective protector and the heroine is a "hoyden" with a pistol in her purse, this is your next must-read. Book Review: Rescued By The Lyon By CH Admirand Rescued By the Lyon by C.H. Admirand
: Though he’s a Navy man, Colin brings a "rough around the edges" energy that feels more like a swashbuckling pirate than a buttoned-up Lord.
: The legendary Black Widow of Whitehall is at her matchmaking best, providing the perfect backdrop of high-stakes gambling and social intrigue. Whether you’re a die-hard Regency romance fan or
: Unlike many Regency tropes where the hero "saves" the heroine, Colin and Gemma function as a team of strong-willed equals who clash as much as they cooperate.
Enter , a heroine who is anything but a damsel in distress. Despite being a wealthy heiress, she lives like a servant in her stingy father’s house. To save her younger brother from their father’s cruel plans and a life of debt, Gemma takes matters into her own hands—armed with her grandfather’s dueling pistol and a plan to strike a deal with the infamous Mrs. Bessie Dove-Lyon. Why This Story Stands Out Captain Colin Broadbank of the HMS Britannia returns
: With the villainous Harkwell lurking in the shadows, the plot stays tense with threats that keep the couple on their toes from beginning to end. Final Verdict