This is a dramatic and captivating story with a strong, resilient h and a repentant and oblivious H. Some parts are very sweet and others are romantic. It was easy to get pulled into the story and reading the wjole book in one sitting.

Part of the Lyon's Den series a well written story that held my interest throughout. Mason Redstone returns from the militia to claim his title. Ten years ago he did not stand up to his Father and stay with the woman he loved Lily Diamond. Now they are back in each others lifes. Their story has drama, secrets, a strong woman and her children and a second chance. The story is well written with a very good storyline that held my interest throughout. I enjoyed seeing them get their happy ending with all the ups and downs they went through. I want to read more of this series.

A Lyon’s Pride by Emily Royal brings you back to The Lyon’s Club. Don’t be shy Come and enter the provocative, enticing, and slightly wicked underground world, The Lyon’s Den, where the Regency of London thrive and play …while the ever elusive Black Widow of Whitehall, Mrs. Dove-Lyon, sets about plotting and planning devious schemes which match unlikely Lords and Ladies, leading them towards a happily ever after!

Pride tore them apart—can forgiveness reunite them?

On the death of his father, Mason Redstone returns from the militia to claim his title, only to discover his family estate is nearing bankruptcy. He needs money, and he needs it quickly. What better means to secure it than a rich wife, courtesy of Mrs Dove-Lyon? Having loved, and lost, in his youth, a marriage of convenience is the solution to his problems.

Lily Diamond has known known poverty and hardship, and now runs a successful insurance enterprise. Having hardened her heart after her childhood sweetheart abandoned her a decade ago, she’s looking for a titled husband to give her daughters the position in society which was denied her. When she calls upon her mother’s old friend, Bessie Dove-Lyon for help in finding a match, she stipulates that the suitor must have no expectations regarding love, or the marriage bed.

When Lily’s prospective suitors take part in one of Mrs Dove-Lyon’s games, the Black Widow of Whitehall weaves her spell once more, then presents Lily with her betrothed—the very last man on earth she thought she’d see again.

Can Mason prove to Lily that he’s conquered the pride which tore them apart? And will Lily trust him enough to reveal the secret she’s been keeping for ten years?

This story features marriage of convenience between two MCs with a turbulent past. I enjoyed the story and continue to find the mysterious Mrs Dove-Lyon a character who is intriguing and entertaining. Will we ever learn her backstory or are we to be kept forever in the dark? Emily Royal does an excellent job of bringing our two MCs together in a satisfying manner and the friction between Mason & Lily adds some extra spice to their story!

Overall a enjoyable story.

3.5 Stars ⭐️

This was an interesting premise for a second chance romance, but I had some issues with the hero's behaviour and some of the plot twists.

Mason Redstone has returned from his life as a soldier to take up his title and the reins of the estate after his father dies, when he returns to find his inheritance close to bankruptcy, he decides to marry for money, but he needs it quickly. Having lost his first love many years ago, he prepared to have a marriage of convenience. He approaches Mrs Dove-Lyon to assist him.

Lily Diamond is mother to 2 young daughters, having pulled herself out of poverty and built a successful insurance business, she is keen to secure a title to give her children the best prospects. She approaches her mother's old friend Bessie Dove Lyon to assist her.

When she is presented with the last man she expected to see again, she is angry, concerned about the secret she has been keeping, and against her will still drawn to Mason.

I really liked the heroine in this story, but struggled with the cruelty and weakness of the hero in the first romance, and then his obtuseness during his second chance story. I was also disappointed in the way the heroine didn't make him grovel enough IMO.

Quite entertaining.

I voluntarily read an Advance Reader Copy of this book and all opinions are my own.

Engrossing second chance romance. Mason and Lily are likable main characters. The supporting cast of characters are an added bonus. Mrs. Dove-Lyon is always a joy. I loved the book and will definitely recommend.
Thank you Emily Royal, Dragonblade Publishing and NetGalley for allowing me an advance copy for my honest feedback.

Another excellent book from Emily Royal. This series has everything and will keep you reading from start to finish.

As with all of the Lyon books, this was a fun read. Mason Redstone has let pride get in the way of the only love he ever knew. In going to the Lyon's Den he finds Lily again. Can they find their love in the here and now? Can they let go of the ten years they have lost and start new from today? Those are the things they each need to think about and see if it can happen.

This is my first experience reading something by Ms. Royal so I really didn't know what to expect. I have to say it was a quite interesting and intriguing read and I enjoyed it very much. I was drawn into Lily and Mason's story right from the start and could not put it down. Ms. Royal did a really nice job of bringing the characters and story to life, and it was easy to see everything in my mind's eye. The characters were well-developed and so raw and real, making them easily relatable. Lily and Mason have a difficult past to work through, which brought about some very heartwrenching and emotional moments. The storyline had a nice smooth flow and there were plenty of plot twists to keep me guessing and turning the pages anxious to see what happens next. This was a very entertaining and enjoyable story, and I am very glad I had the chance to read it.

I was given a complimentary advanced reader's copy via Netgalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

Redstone returns from the militia to claim his title, only to discover his family estate is nearing bankruptcy. He needs money, and he needs it quickly. What better means to secure it than a rich wife.When I started reading I couldn't put it down. Emily Royal 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.

It seemed like a good arrangement. He wanted a rich wife, she wanted respectability and a father to her two girls.
She knew England was not a country that was going to let her girls stand a chance without the legitimacy of two
parents. She was willing to sacrifice anything for the twins. What she did not take into account that the partner
that was set up for her, was the love of her life who deserted her for an aristocratic wife so many years ago.

It was a light hearted romance. Just nice for a Sunday afternoon reading. The setting was descriptive and romantic
and I like the way the town and countryside were both described.

Everything worked out nicely after a few initial hitches, like all good romances do.

Emily Royal writes an engaging, second chance love story in “A Lyons Pride”. Don’t you just love the cover!!! I enjoy seeing a bit more mature couples and just love seeing he cover.

Mason, Lord Redstone and Lily Diamond were young and in love with plans to marry years ago when Mason’s father insisted that Mason marry his deceased brother’s intended. Lily and her mother were forced from their home and left destitute on the streets of London.
Mason could not go through with the forced marriage and backed out, leaving to find Lily. Being told that she had died he left brokenhearted and joined the army where he ended up going to war. He returns all these years later when his father dies and finds the estate near broke.

Mason needs a wife, a rich wife. He has no desire for love, for he could never love another woman after Lily. She was all he ever loved or ever could love. Lily is in need of a title in order to provide a better life and standing in society for her daughters. She’s become a successful business woman and has no time nor desire for love in her life since the only man she ever loved abandoned her. She merely seeks a business arrangement with no expectations of love or sharing a marriage bed. Lily enlists and the help of her mother’s long time friend, Mrs. Bessie Dove-Lyon who uses her scheming, talented, match-making skills as Mrs. Dove-Lyon’s games, the Black Widow of Whitehall. Unbeknownst to Lily, it seems that Mason has enlisted the aid of Mrs. Dove-Lyon and her proven skills as well.

I loved the characters! Lily is an intelligent woman with a head for business. She’s strong and family l oriented, wanting only the best for her daughters and her mother. I really did like Mason though I was disappointed in his resolve to follow his father’s wishes however short-lived that resolve was. He suffered the consequences of too little too late. I’m surprised he wasn’t putting one and one together realizing the twins (who were delightful by the way) were his, right away. Although he did suffer for his foolishness however, I think Lily should have made Mason grovel a bit more…lol.

This story breaks your heart, inspires you and slowly begins to mend it. It makes you tear up one minute and giggle another. It makes you want to shake Mason! Secrets, misconceptions, and even lies play their role but in spite of the obstacles is it written in the stars for these two? It’s a story of forgiveness and redemption, a story about learning to forge your own path and grasp your happiness and hold it close.

Thank you so much Ms. Royal for this captivating story of a fated second chance. I look forward to your next book.

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I love the Lyon's Den and recommend not just this book, but the entire series. In a nutshell, if you need to get married and are open to a not-so-straightforward-but-thrilling solution.... head over to the Lyon's Den and see Mrs Dove-Lyon. She will pair you up. Each story is unique with amazing characters. Our heroine is Lily Diamond, now single mom looking for a convenient marriage. Mason Redstone is our hero--he also needs to marry to pump money into his newly-acquired titled estate. This pair though, have history. Great story of their path to love.

This is apparently the 17th book in the series. So I was nervous as I thought I would need to read the previous books but after I started I realised I can totally read it as a stand-alone.

It was a very short book, that I finished in a day. I absolutely loved the independence of the protagonist and for a change it's the man needing help. I am such a feminist.

But yeah, I loved it seriously. But I also thought Lily should not have forgiven Mason so easily, even so after the second time. Mason is an idiot. But he came to his senses at the end.

Now I just need to read the previous 16 books. But I am sure I will enjoy those too. Also thanks to NetGalley and Emily Royal and Dragonblade Publishing for the e-copy.

I so enjoyed this installment of the Lyon series. It was so interesting. I loved the characters and interplay. I can't wait for the next one to come out!

I really enjoyed the heroine’s family. They add a lot to the story. The heroine has gone from poverty to wealth and now wants security and a place I society for her daughters. The hero is a little harder to like as I felt he wasn’t as forceful as I would have liked. The storyline follows how they come back together and get through their mixed feelings until they gat their HEA. I received an ARC for an honest review.

This is Mason & Lily's story and their second chance at love courtesy of a trip to the Lyon's Den. I have to chuckle at how Mrs. Dove Lyon is always able to manipulate the games so that the right couple always end up together.
Part of me was very quick to judge Mason when he abandoned Lily when his father wanted him to marry his brother's intended. Then I thought - a different time with different expectations and norms.
Lily and her mother were brave and resourceful and did what they needed to do in order to survive and thrive. Loved the twins!
Another great Lyon's Den story! Be sure and add this one to your library!

Self-made woman Lily Diamond is looking for a titled husband, but not love so she approached Mrs. Bessie Lyons for her famous matching skills and a husband. Mason Redstone returns from the militia to claim his title to find his estate is bankrupt. He finds himself racing for a high states money race to only to find himself with a new finance. Mason doesn’t care about love he’s had love and lost it ten years ago when he let his pride stand in the way of his happiness he needs money for his estate and family. I love a second chance romance book and this doesn’t disappoint poor mason though Lily had dies ten years ago after he through her love away. The two are both stubborn mason wants a second chance, but Lily doesn’t know if her heart can take and what about her secrets? I voluntarily read and reviewed this excellent book filled romance.

Quick read! A man who broke her heart. A woman he loved forever. A matchmaker! I did think Lily forgave a bit quickly, but otherwise loved this sweet story.

A Love lost 10 years ago because of pride left two people heartbroken. But into The Lyon's Den one Mrs Dove-Lyon brings couples together in the most particular ways. By chance Lily is reunited with Mason. Will the wrongs made in the past by Mason's pride be able to be forgiven? Lyon's Pride is a second chance at love if Mason can heal his lady's love broken heart. Emily Royal has given readers a book that is well-written and well-paced, filled it with great cast of characters that come off the pages and pull you into this emotional ride that keeps you involved until the very end, sensual passion, heartfelt dialogue, with an enjoyable plot that brings this read together perfectly!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley and I am voluntarily reviewing it.

This was a story that I was hard pressed to put down. It was refreshing to see older protagonists (at least for a historical romance). The characters and the plot were realistic. I adored the twins such charmers.

There were a few twists and turns for the couple in reaching their HEA. At times, I wanted to slap Mason upside the head! That says a great deal for a book to bring out emotions in a reader.

This is a sexy story with some scenes that may offend some. That being said, I would only recommend this to someone over the age of 18.