Diamond in the Rogue is book 3 in the Lords of Chance series by Wendy LaCapra. I have truly enjoyed each book in this series. They are not stand alones. You must read each one in order, because they are all connected. Each story is based on a different member of the rakish quartet of friends - Spades, Clubs, Diamonds and Hearts. This book is about The Earl of Rayne - Diamonds. He and Julia’s story actually begin in book 2. After a misstep, Rayne flees for two years to America. This story picks up just as he returns to England for the wedding of his sister. “Rayne had been gone for almost two years - two years that hadn’t been easy on him, if she were to guess by his weathered skin and bearded cheek However, his gain - the alluring, unintentional swagger all his own - had enhanced. And those bright, singularly captivating blue eyes hadn’t altered one bit. They still weakened her knees and heightened her senses, leaving her watchful. Expectant.” LaCapra writes such a depth into each character. No one is simple. No one can be overlooked. There are a number of steamy sex scenes in this book and even one that is “erotic”. I am glad I stumbled across her work. I am looking forward to more.

Lady Julia had two years to forget the moody and mercurial Earl of Rayne. But one look, and she knows they’re meant to be together. When I started reading I couldn't put it down.Wendy LaCapra is magnifysent and amazing writer.I cannot wait to read more of there books.Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.Can't wait for the next book.

This novel continues with Lord Rayne and Lady Julia, whom have not seen each other in two years after their kiss. Rayne was seeking revenge and used Julia to do it, but Julia wanted Rayne and even declared her love. Julia and Rayne’s feelings for each other strengthened without them realizing it, for when they see each other again, sparks fly but Julia was hurt deeply. With some interference from a mutual friend, they find themselves traveling together towards the Scottish border. The temptations are there and neither can deny the pull they feel towards each other. While Julia has already admitted her love for Rayne, will he be able to do the same for Julia? Will the past interfere with the future they can have?