What is one to do when one is raised by a woman-hating Neanderthal of a misogynistic vicar? Why naturally to fall in love with another almost like him [nicknamed the Vicar of Vice] but with enough sense to give it up when he sees how wonderful and innocent you are, not at all the slag and child-selling sinner he accuses you of being. It is an odd pairing to be sure, but under Byrne’s skillful pen, it is an engaging story that captures your attention from the first chapter to the last page. A steamy book with mystery and menace galore, perfect for a diverting read.

Oh how I love Kerrigan Byrne and this book. A story of how enemies can become lovers with one caveat...the gap in ages. I loved the banter between the main characters and could not stop reading this story once I got started. Truly a hard to put down book.

When I first started reading Ms. Byrne's novels, they were light-hearted romances but now this one goes a bit dark bringing out child and emotional abuse, degrading name calling and shaming full figured women. However, although the story brings out some of these facets, it was still a wonderful historical romance with laughs, danger and twists. One big plus for me was Cecilia having a curvy and voluptuous woman bringing the worst but good out of Ramsey. Oh how I just adored that and the attraction between the two that made their being together work.

One question Netgalley asks of its readers is whether we like the cover of the book. I did like the cover, however it did no justice for the heroine as it really did not reflect her physical appearance as written in the book. This story was well-written, lovable and just plain enjoyable for this reader.

Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin's Press. for this ARC in exchange for my fair and honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.

This was a very blah read for me. I didn't connect with the characters and I thought the whole "Red Rogues" thing was kind of silly. I also didn't realize the heroine was "full figured." It didn't specify that in the blurb or I wouldn't have requested it. Nothing against reading different body types; however, I usually find that when the heroine is deemed "full-figured," there is almost always more discussion about weight and body issues - and unfortunately, I find this discussion triggering. Oh well. Just not for me.

This is book 2 in a series of which I am familiar with as I also reviewed Book 1 in August 2019 (How To Love A Duke In Ten Days - 4 stars). The trio of former schoolgirls are off on another mystery/murder/romance. This time the action takes place in London and briefly in Scotland. It all begins at a dinner party given by one of the three friends who is married to a Duke. Also in attendance, the older step brother of the Duke (Cassius Gerard Ramsay, Lord Chief Justice of the High Court). Things heat up between Cecilia and Ramsay from the beginning. But unfortunately their next, unexpected meeting, is a different matter altogether. Ramsay is doing a raid on a gambling house that Cecelia is looking over as she just received it in her Aunt's will. From that point the intrigue just grows as the two, apparent enemies, discover a mutual attraction to each other. To find out if justice prevails you will have to read this offering.

I have given this book a 4 star rating and recommend it to any reader who enjoys historical romances.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I am a big fan of Kerrigan Byrne and will automatically read anything she writes. Because it's always good. All Scot and Bothered is the second in the Devil You Know series and while I'm not in love with this series as much as I was with Victorian Rebels, it's still a fun swoon-worthy read.

Cecilia Teague is a woman of mysterious origins. What is known, is that the abusive man who has raised her is demonstrably not her biological father. She is eventually rescued by an unnamed benefactor and sent to finishing school for the remainder of her teenage years, where she forms a secret group called the Red Rogues. These red-haired young ladies all have secrets and all have experienced treachery in their young lives. But they would do anything for one another.

Now as young adults, it is time for them to find love. And Cecelia's shady background, in addition to her inheriting a gaming hell, makes her the last person the Lord Chief Justice of the High Court should be smitten with - yet Cassius Gerard Ramsay can't stop thinking about the red-haired beauty. Not just her beauty on the outside, but her lovely character on the inside.

Once these two move past the unfounded prejudices they have for one another, the chemistry sizzles.

What I really enjoyed about this story is the heroine. She's a fighter. And she's not a woman with a stereotypical unattainable body type. Rather she's real - soft, curvy. And even more beautiful, she's super smart. And Cassius falls for the entire package, natural beauty and brains.

Together they realize they must uncover a crime involving a child abduction ring and murder. Once they understand their goals align, as well as their values and attraction for one another, it's less antagonism and more revelation. Ramsay can be sweet despite his gruff and immovable nature. And Cecilia is not a victim to the abuse and taunting she endured as a child.

This is a fun read with some sizzle. The ending is a bit rushed, and sometimes I wanted a little more character development with some of the side characters, like the child, Phoebe.
But all in all, this is a good bet if you like historical romance with drama, heat, and mystery.

Cecilia knows what she wants and goes after it while standing up for herself. She is the perfect match for the uptight, guarded Ramsay.

This book has the elements of laughter, danger, great banter, mystery and intrigue. If you enjoy that in your romance then this is most certainly the book for you.

I received an advance reader copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

This enemies to lovers romance had a lot happening! The twists and turns went to a darker level I wasn’t expecting and I’m still debating how I feel about it. Woven in to the mystery was a romance that was steamy and most definitely hard earned! Personally, I thought the hero would miss out on all the goodness standing right in front of him, but don’t doubt Cecilia. She’s got what it takes:)

I received an advance reader copy from Netgalley and SMP Romance. This is my honest review.

This novel was an enjoy read for the next Red Rogue, Cecelia, whom is the kindest but had a rather horrible upbringing. Ramsay, the Lord Chief Justice, has his own miserable childhood, which causes a deep distrust of women, yet he is strong, stubborn, and a deep belief in the law. Cecelia and Ramsay are instantly attracted to one another. Ramsay though denies this attraction and avoids Cecelia. Cecelia likes to rattle him and believes he hates her, especially if he finds out her secret. There is an unknown enemy that wants something Cecelia has and she is the only who can decode it, for there is much information that could be used if found in the wrong hands. Ramsay vows to keep her safe, but he needs to overcome his own demons and past before he can have a future of his own. I enjoyed the interaction between the 2 main characters, their own strengths balancing out with the other's weaknesses. Still, there is more to come with the Red Rogues.
I received this novel from net galley and the publisher as an ARC. Thank you! All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I was captivated from beginning to end. I believe I read it through the night, I couldn't get enough, and I was eager to experience their first sex scene; which didn't come for awhile but was well worth it. I just loved how Cecelia loved to eat desserts and the description Byrne gave throughout the book from the way she eats the truffles in front of Ramsey to the power and tension Ramsey holds in his body from not touching Cecelia. Granted, this book (with the Vicar of Vice) was not as thrilling as the first in the series (with the Terror of Torcliff), but what sequel really is? But Ramsey and Cecilia had their own kind of passion that kept me reading. I cannot wait to read the third and final (I believe) in this series.

ARC received for review

Great second book. I wasn't sure if I was ever going to like Ramsey. He was a royal arse from the beginning. Cecilia was just as fearless and awesome has her friends. Never saw them as the bad guys. Loved little Phoebe, maybe she'll be the next generation of the Red Rogues. Now the ending stunk..we're together and done. Now from what I gathered the next book will be Frank and .... no spoilers here, but who are they really.

This was a very good book. Cecelia and Ramsay, we have two very lonely people who have succeeded and let the issues they grew up with define their lives. They come together to find a common enemy. Ramsay doesn’t trust women due to past experiences..Cecelia loves wholeheartedly. Cecelia inherits a gambling hall and secrets her aunt kept coded and only she can decode. She has inherited a ward and a host of women trying to better their lives. After an explosion at her club and a attack on her and her ward Ramsay comes and save her and decides she needs to be protected. They now have a common enemy and have to discover if they can get over their lack of trust and nativity of each other to find their enemy and the love neither has never felt before. By just talking out their feelings and the past helps Cecelia and Ramsay discover love and trust , and they they are the same . Love ethics book

It was a really good historical Romance and even if i have not read the first book os the series it didnt stop me from enjoying this one - I love the story of Cecilia and Lord Ramsey - tThey are so different and a perfect match all the same!
The story is really well written and the plot twist at the end really took me by surprised and i was pleased of this.
The chemistry between our two heroes is scortching and the side characters are adorable.
I will definately read the last book which i assume will be the story of Chandler and Francesca.
A must read for HR fans!

I love learning more about the Red Rogues! Cecil, as she is called among the Rogues, is a great heroine. I love Kerrigan Brynn’s books so much. She is an amazing writer.

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A meme has been going around on Facebook for a while that says a good friend will always be around to hug you when you have trouble, but a really good friend will help you bury the body. Cecilia Teague is a really good friend. If you’ve read the first book in this series, How To Love A Duke In Ten Days, you know how she helped her friend, Alexandra, by doing exactly that. Cecilia and Alexandra along with Francesca are the Red Rogues. They’ve been friends since boarding school and dubbed themselves the Red Rogues because they all have various shades of red hair and a propensity for getting into trouble.

Trouble has only gotten worse as our heroines have gotten older, it’s gotten more dangerous. Cecilia’s unknown benefactress has died and left Cecilia a large fortune along with a gambling establishment and school. Women who have no means of support are learning skills from sewing to learning to operate the brand new phone system. Some are learning to deal cards and run various games in the gambling hall. And a few may be doing other things to make extra money. Until the very day of her inheritance, Cecilia knew nothing of this enterprise.

Lord Chief Justice Of The High Court, Cassius Gerard Ramsay, is all too aware of what he considers to be the most notorious of all gaming hells. He is a hard and determined man. In fact, he has a stick stuck so far up his butt he can’t bend for anything. Then he meets Cecelia. It’s lust at first sight. But when he meets the new proprietor of the gaming hall, who is Cecilia in disguise, he tells her he wants to see her hanged.

Then the fireworks begin as Cecilia and Ramsay are thrown together constantly by her friend and his brother. It’s a wild ride. Someone wants Cecelia dead and she isn’t sure who. Could it be Ramsay? Grab a copy and follow these amazing women who refuse to be disempowered in a time when women had few choices. Kerrigan Byrne is a genius. You’ll love her stories!
Enjoy! ARC graciously provided by St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for an honest and voluntary review..

The Red Rogues don't disappoint in this action packed suspenseful story. I easily picked up where the last book left off and was kept turning pages.

Well, while I didn’t read book one I was given the opportunity to read this one. I truly enjoyed this story and the read was fast paced. I am curious to read the first one now and see what I missed. Even though I started with book 2 this seemed like a good stand alone book. So it’s not necessary to read book 1 but I will read it eventually. Thank you for the opportunity.

Thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for this free ARC - the review is my own.

This book is part of a series - I highly recommend reading the first one before starting this one. I thought this was an enjoyable, quick read (perfect for a cold Saturday during stay-at-home orders). I love the enemies to lovers trope when done well - and this one was! Lots of chemistry between Cassius & Cecelia, I loved the mystery that they were both trying to solve as well. I also love that the heroine in this late regency romance was educated - as in university-level, and not just cast aside as a “blue stocking”.

Loved this book! It has everything- mystery, intrigue, and two people who have survived despite terrible childhoods. When Cecelia Teague first meets Cassius Gerald Ramsey they clash. He is the Chief Justice determined to root out vice. Cecelia is an independent woman, not only in wealth but education- a superb mathematician. But there is a spark there waiting to be ignited. And what a ride! Throughly enjoyable read!

All Scot and Bothered has a wonderfully convoluted story line. Two adults whose childhoods were troubled and painful find themselves out of control in each other's presence. Each finds the other impossible to ignore but dangerous to one's safety. The story covers mysterious benefactors, murder, vanished children, a dangerous cabal, and a book written in code that may reveal all. I feel the need to read the first book in this trilogy though each book is a standalone.

I love Kerrigan Byrne's books! I have loved everyone so far but I believe this was by far the best one!! So much sexual tension! I just loved it.