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This is the epitome of a sexy historical romance. We have a heroine who knows what she wants and a hero that is swoon worthy. The chemistry jumps off the page and makes the book and enjoyable read from start to finish.

“Everyone was eager to hear of someone else’s misbehavior, if only to feel marginally better about their own paper-thin lives and spongy morality.”

WHY IS IT SO SPICY. No but all jokes aside this book is Fuego. I love Kiernan and Celeste and think that this book is the perfect steamy read. This is my first Eva Leigh book but it will absolutely not be my last. I enjoyed every single page and ate this book up in a sitting.

Cute and sexy, and very easy read. I was excited to read another book by this author and they've kept the same style and tone as from the other book I've read. It's fun and sparky which is exactly what I wanted to read.

I was decieved by the beautiful cover, this one was really boring and didn't manage to capture my attention enough to finish it, I dnf'ed around 30 percent in

Clearing my Netgalley queue, read for a palette cleanser from thrillers. Very predictable, and the ending was quite obvious from all the hints planted throughout the story.

Eva Leigh could write a dictionary and I would probably love that too. Her books are decidedly steamy, but the characters have such heart that the balance is really impressive. Loved this one.

The first book in a new series does a good job setting the tone and romance for future installments. I found the romance to be satisfying and felt the chemistry between the two leads. The book had a more modern tone, which depending on the reader, will influence their enjoyment of the story.

Great start to a new series. Kieran Ransome and Celeste Kilburn come together for a great adventure after both receive ultimatums from their families that will chain them to a life neither desires. They also do not plan on their excursions leading them to discover they both want the one thing that may be impossible to attain - a future together.

I'm a huge fan of Eva Leigh. My favorite books of hers have heroines that aren't afraid to be their true selves and shine their gifts brightly. The Good Girl's Guide to Rakes is a brilliant start to a new series and a stand out historical romance. We have some common tropes: Rake must reform and stay away from Best-Friend's sister. What we get is a fun journey through the rakish sites of London, disguises, artists and STEAMY passion. Can't wait to read what's next!

I received an ARC from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

I absolutely loved Kieran and Celeste. Leigh did an amazing job developing their personalities, wants, and fears. I always love a story that takes us beyond the ton and allows us a peak in to the culture of artists in that time. This story kicks off another incredible series with characters you actually care about.

I adored Kieran and Celeste's story! It was so much fun watching these two go on their adventures as part of their "bargain". These two together were red hot!! I can't wait for the next book in the series to come out!!

This was a great intro to a new series and the first book I've read by this author! I look forward to the next one.

In Eva Leigh’s The Good Girl’s Guide to Rakes, the first installment in the Last Chance Scoundrels historical romance series, this debut historical romance is daring, smoking red hot, and spectacular to keep you in suspense. When Kieran Ransome helped plan his best friend’s narrow escape from marrying his sister Willa with his brother Finn, it placed his family in jeopardy and a pricy ultimatum. As a scandalous rake, he had a year to find a respectable bride as his wife and to reform his reckless ways. If he, Finn, and his best friend Dom don’t make it by the deadline, they would be cut off from their families. So Kieran needed someone to help him respectable in society’s circles for young women. And he found the perfect partner, Dom’s sister, Celeste Kilburn. Due to this scandal, her father wanted her in high-esteem and to find the perfect man as her husband like in Lord Montford. When Kieran sought her out, they made a pact to help each other out: he would help her find her freedom by taking her to the darkest alleys, and she would reform him to Society. An offer they couldn’t dare to refuse, in spite of dire consequences. Together, they knew each other better, in good times and bad, without falling too hard in love with each other, since Montford provided a daring obstacle to them and stood in their way. It was up to Kieran to help Celeste out by setting her free, no matter if it costed his heart, and claim her for his own.

This intriguing historical romance keeps you in suspense. I cared for Celeste on how everyone treated her with little to no respect on her wants and dreams. I loved how Kieran challenged her to become a better person while he is what he is, reformed or not. The scenic settings in and around London made it perfect for the location to dangerous dark alleys to safe mansions. The theme of the story is you are who you are, and no one could change it other than you.

This passionate historical romance is heartfelt and moving and pulls at your heart strings. I have one nitpick on this book: astonishment was overused and could’ve been replaced by a better emotion, or shown better. I rated this book, four out of five stars, since it was damn good. If you love daring historical romances with steamy romantic drama, sizzling non-stop action, and lots of smoldering suspense, pick up a copy of The Good Girl’s Guide to Rake today. This book is recommended for those who love Bridgerton, historical romances, and classic period novels.

The title and the cover totally sucked me into reading this book. I mean, “The Good Girls Guide to Rakes” is just such a fun title. This is Eva Leigh’s new series called Last Chance Scoundrels. Our first couple is Kieran and Celeste. Kieran and his brother Finn convinced Dom to leave their sister at the altar. Of course, scandal ensues and now Kieran needs to find a respectable bride or be financially cut off. Kieran asks his best friend’s sister, Celeste Kilburn, to help him on this bride quest. Celeste agrees, but with some stipulations. She wants to explore the seedier side of London and experience gaming hells, wild fêtes, and sensual art salons. She can’t get caught, but she really wants to explore what is out there. Celeste always goes in disguise and as her and Kieran spend all that time together, some feelings develop. They both had some preconceived notions of each other, but as they got to know each other, the chemistry really started to heat up. I think what made me fall in love with Kieran was how devoted he was to helping Celeste find her independence. And how protective he became of her. I also think it’s super sexy that Kieran is a poet. I mean, hello…*fans self*. Celeste is also a very likable character. She sacrificed a lot for her family and is willing to settle for a business-like marriage arrangement. But she wants to do something for herself first.
This book has great dialogue, fun characters, descriptive setting and of course, a happily ever after. I think if you are looking for a fun historical romance, this might be for you. It’s got a good balance of sexy steaminess, fun and intrigue. As a reader, you will definitely be rooting for the couple to hurry up and get together.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1/2

By far one of my favorite 2022 reads (so far). I'm already counting down the days until the next book in the series!

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I look forward to reading Eva Leigh's romances because they have appealing characters, great dialogue and steam. This book did not disappoint! The story follows Kieran Ransome, who due to his behavior, is about to be socially and financially cut off by his family if he can't find a respectable wife. He needs to rehabilitate his image and asks Celeste Kilburn, his best friend's sister, to help. In trade, Celeste wants Kieran to help her explore the scandalous side of London.
As the opening chapters provided the back story for the two main families in the book, it was a bit of a slow start for me. However, once Kieran and Celeste's story - and chemistry - took off, it was a fun and satisfying story as the couple shed their preconceived notions of the other and began to fall in love.
I enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to the next book in this series!


Thank you NetGalley and the Publisher for an ARC copy in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

I absolutely loved this book. The whole thing is a joy. Celeste is so much more than a beauty, but the world (and her father) refuse to see it or to let her be anything more than the epitome of her father’s social expectations.
Kieran has lived a reckless life, but in trying to make a difficult situation better…well, it all comes toppling down. Now he’s has to reform his ways or his two best friends (ok his brother and his best friend) will suffer the consequences. Asking his best friend’s faultless sister to help him reform his image is a perfect plan! What could go wrong? I was so invested throughout this whole book, I can’t wait for the next one!

Third son Kieran, a wastrel and scoundrel, has been threatened with disinheritance by his parents unless he finds a respectable wife within a year. The only respectable woman he even slightly knows is Celeste, his best friend's sister. They make a deal that she will introduce him to respectable women as potential brides if he will show her the scandalous places London has to offer. She takes on the disguised persona of Salome as they visit debauched clubs and more. The scenes as Salome are graphic but as herself much more gentle. She starts a charity, he cries at Beethoven. Something for everyone I guess!

Thank you so much for the opportunity to read this book. Unfortunately this was not the historical romance for me. I did not finish this book. Neither of the main characters made me like them, and I could have cared less what happened with them. The writing was easy to read and let myself enjoy, but without a connection to the characters it was just a flop for me. I wish this book all of the luck, and that it finds a better suited audience than me.