Solid enemies-to-lovers with a rare element of mystery that wasn't obvious. This is the second book in this series and is definitely worth the read. The first is not as compelling, so you could just read this as a standalone and aren't missing any crucial info.

At about the halfway mark of this book, I did actually start to care about both characters. I loved Diana's independent and stubborn spirit and Giles vulnerability and determination to protect those who depend on him.

Before the half way point, it was a little tough. Giles did not appeal to me, he just seemed to lack substance. There was also a bit too much repetition from both characters rehashing how much they hated each other. However, once we hit the halfway point, the characters started being honest, we saw their vulnerabilities and strengths. They became much more relatable and likeable. AND their chemistry was pretty good.

As well, getting both characters background and seeing their patience with each other was really compelling.

The mystery element to this book really added to the plot and was really well crafted. It was one of those rare ones that you didn't guess from the get go. It also made me like Diana more to see her intelligence and deductive reasoning. It was actually impressive the way she methodically found answers. I've read a few mysteries lately and they always seem to require the solver to have some random piece of info vs. just be good at sorting things out.

In the previous book…Vee was pretty annoying. To the point I didn't know if I wanted to take this book on with her in it. If anyone else felt that way, you will be pleasantly surprised that she's matured considerably and is a lot more interesting.

I am definitely going to read the next book, assuming there is one about the final sister.

Disclaimer: I received a free e-ARC from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

This is my first regency style Romance, and I must say I am pleasantly surprised! The writing was amazing! I can’t wait for this one to come out so I can talk about it with everyone!

Can’t wait to see what else this author writes!!!

I want to thank St. Martin's Publishing for sharing this eARC with me. I had read and reviewed the eARC for Never Fall for Your Fiancée and fell absolutely head over heels for it so I'm grateful the sequel was shared with me. Never Rescue a Rogue improves upon its original existing universe and I had a fantastic time reading this. Never Rescue a Rogue follows the second of the Merriwell sisters, Diana, and her personal nuisance turned unlikely friend, Giles Sinclair. While everyone around them is rooting for them to end up together, the pair of them simply don't see it that way! That is, until Giles finds himself in need of Diana's top notch journalistic skills to uncover his recently deceased father's closely guarded secrets before he's blackmailed and stripped of his titles. While the two of them team up to pick his past apart, Diana and Giles can't help but consider whether their futures really are as intertwined as everyone hopes they are.

There's an abundance of clever wordplay, alliteration, witty humor, and outrageous shenanigans to make the reading experience of this book truly a delight. The characterization and progression of their blossoming romance was an exciting, tender slow burn with an incredible payoff. I adored Never Rescue a Rogue and am excited to continue returning to Virginia Heath's world in the future. I can confidently say this is one of my favorite books of the year.

Never Rescue a Rogue is the second book in The Merriwell Sisters series and is an angsty, slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance full of meddling relatives. The chemistry between Giles and Diana is undeniable. There is so much going on in both characters’ lives, and so many secrets are about to come out. The second book of The Merriwell Sisters series is absolutely a must-read. I’m looking forward to devouring the third book.

I’d never read anything by this author before and it seems as if there are a few books before this one in the series about other sisters. But that didn’t deter from enjoying the book and knowing what was going on.

Based on the description I realized this is was a Regency rom com and I was disappointed in the list. Witty banter aside, (which was good!) the storyline was solid and when the truth was revealed at the end, I was so happy for Giles. This was a slow burn romance and worth the wait.

Giving Diana the job of investigative reporter in a time when women didn’t work was excellent. And the fact that Giles, once he found out about it, learned to be accepting of her career after first balking, was refreshing for the Regency era.

All in all a good first book for me to read from Ms. Heath and I recommend it to anyone who likes historical romcoms, strong heroines, and HEA!

4 stars. Thanks Netgalley and St. Martin’s press for a sneak peak.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s press for the ARC of Never Rescue A Rogue.

This was the first historical romance I’ve read and I loved it. The writing was sharp and seemed true to the era.

The characters were so thoughtfully developed and interesting. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book. I especially like that the sisters and Olivia have feminist energy. The author did a good job of sharing background as this the second book in a series. I never felt left out by reading the second first. This series can definitely be read as stand alone.

I thought it was a bit slow at points and I had a hard time getting hooked but once I was it was hard to put it down.

I really enjoy Virginia Heath's books. Her writing, her humor and the characters she creates are fantastic. She really shines with cynical, jaded women, charming men and enemies-to-lovers stories. Never Rescue a Rogue is a fantastic, entertaining read that will be worth a re-read, and an audiobook listen after that. It is so good!
Right off the bat, clever descriptions and the dialogue is so snappy, so good-- I had to read it over and over several times because I enjoyed it so much. I love the descriptions that Giles has in his head of Diana, and their sparring is absolutely delightful. Giles' readiness to express his feelings is so sweet and refreshing, and Diana's begrudging stubbornness to help the man she feigns to dislike is so entertaining. I love those two together.
The secondary characters are great-- I love the Hugh's mother, the Merriwell's substitute mother's nosiness, the butler and housekeeper's not-so-covert competitiveness, and we get updates on Hugh and Minerva! Diana's younger sister, Vee is a delight in this book and really redeems herself from the first book. But back to Hugh's London butler and country house housekeeper. So good! Their fights to one-up each other were so funny, and the dialogue between Hugh, the butler and housekeeper had my almost crying with laughter.
The plot is pretty good, I do like the plot of the first a little more but this book is more active, if that describes it well, and it keeps the book moving and entertaining.
Never Rescue a Rogue is the second in a series, the first of the Merriwell sisters series (Never Fall for Your Fiancé) is one of my all-time favorite HRs, so I was very excited to receive this one as an ARC! I cannot wait for HR fans to read this one. I highly recommend this clever, funny, fast-paced book!

Diana and Giles did not disappoint! Top notch banter and fun story. Vee is still a mystery to me, so I am looking forward to her book as well!

Thank you SMP, NetGalley, and the author for the eARC in exchange for my review.

Oh my goodness this was such a delight to read! All the stars from me.

I remember loving Diana in the first installment. She's fierce, independent, whip-smart, and zero tolerance - and even better, her quarrels with Giles in book one left me craving for more. I was so thrilled when I saw this come across my feed. It's everything I wanted in an annoyance-to-lovers romance (with all the UGH why are you around and why do I have to care about you vibes). Because oh my gosh. The tension. The TENSION.

And the high stakes. Giles is in trouble. His dukedom (and everything else) is about to be stripped away, and Diana won't stand for it, even if Giles annoys her to no end. Commence all the spy-vibes and shenanigans.

But I'll stop there because it's better if you don't know.

Either way, you'll want to pick this up! Not only is the plot SO MUCH FUN, but the writing is absolutely stellar (and hysterical). I liked book one, but this one is on another level!

In Never Rescue a Rogue, Heath has created a female Regency-era protagonist that I wanted to see, a woman who is fierce, and independent, and is not defined by the views of men. I found Heath's depiction of the relationship between three sisters the most accurate I have ever read- as I myself am one of three sisters and our dynamic is EXACTLY that of Minerva, Diana, and Venus. I think Diana is an excellent protagonist, and I loved her character, and think that the second novel in the series proved stronger than the first, (the prior novel being centered around her older sister, Minerva). That being said, I am very much looking forward to the third novel, as the plot centered around the youngest, Vee, still remains a mystery. All in all, I enjoyed the characters, but felt the plot at the end a little rushed, while some of the

Never Rescue a Rogue is the second in the Merriwell sisters series and it's even better than the first! This book had everything for me- slow burn romance, a charming yet sexy Duke, top-notch witty banter, and strong independent We only had the tiniest taste of Giles & Diana's crackling chemistry in the first book, but here they SHINE. The attraction is palpable even though he has a secret that could ruin lives, and she's not only a gossip columnist, but the Sentinel- a renowned seeker of truth. It's a regency romance but the women have agency! Diana HAS A JOB!!
4 stars for this one- it's a must read

First off, I really enjoyed the first book in this series - "Never Fall for your Fiance", but I LOVED this book.

Never Rescue a Rogue tells the story of Diana and Giles. Their banter is amazing and the story is fun and exciting. I especially loved the butler Dalton. I read this book, but am looking forward to listening to the audiobook as well since the first audiobook was great!

Highly recommend.

Never Rescue a Rogue is the second book in Virginia Heath’s Merriwell Sisters historical romance series. The story follows Diana, a newspaper reporter masked as a proofreader, and Giles, a duke and friend of the family. The pair were introduced in the first book, and it was clear in their antagonistic behavior that there was something between them.

Diana and Giles are such compelling and dynamically developed characters, and I really enjoyed their stories. Diana is intelligent and intuitive and incredibly strong. Like her sisters, she has a difficult past, and that has led to trust issues, especially when it comes to men. Though faced with many obstacles, Diana worked hard to establish herself as an investigative journalist, and she is in no rush to lose her independence. She is a woman who has broken barriers with her intellect, investigative prowess, and skilled writing, though no one knows it because she tells everyone she is a proofreader. I love her independent spirit, determination to help her family, and drive. She’s fierce and won’t let anything, including her confusing feelings toward Giles, stand in her way.

Giles is so much more than the rake most people think he is, and Diana is one of the few to see him for the kind and generous man he is. Giles has a complicated past, and a secret that could ruin his reputation and livelihood. Luckily, Diana takes it upon herself to help Giles solve the mystery in his family. Working with Diana makes both of them realize just how much they really care for each other.

Diana and Giles have a fantastic enemies-to-lovers romance filled with witty banter and tons of chemistry. Everyone can tell that they are made for each other except Diana and Giles. They constantly bicker and antagonize each other, but it’s clear their animosity disguises their real feelings. Something I really like about Giles is that he doesn’t try to change Diana, nor does he judge her for not conforming to the dictates of society. Both characters accept each other unconditionally, and their slow-building enemies-to-friends-to-lovers romance is wonderful.

The mystery is also interesting and adds a bit of intrigue to the story, and the secondary characters are fantastic, especially Dalton the butler and Diana’s younger sister Vee. Dalton has some particularly memorable lines! And I want to be part of Diana’s family! They are loving and supportive and funny, and their constant matchmaking schemes are equally comical and sweet.

I would definitely recommend Never Rescue a Rogue to readers who enjoy heartwarming historical romances with witty banter, some fun laugh-out-loud moments, and a swoon-worthy, slow-burning love story. I can’t wait to read Vee’s story in the next book! Special thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for providing me with a copy of the book. All thoughts are my own.

Book 2 in the Merriwell Sisters series is delightfully funny as the first. Charming characters, lively banter and a convoluted plot keep the reader engaged from the first page. Hugh's best friend Giles, Duke of Harpenden, has been snipping with Minerva's sister Diana since they first met. Hugh's mother, Olivia thinks that they are meant for each other. But they both have secrets. Diana is now living her lifelong dream as a permanent salaries reporter, while Giles has been hiding his father's Dirty Secret. After his father's sudden death, followed by a blackmailer's threat, he takes Diana into his confidence and she jumps in to help him. But theirs isn't the only love story here. This was such a fun book to read the I can't wait for Vee's story.

I read an ARC provided by Kensington Publishing Coro via NetGalley.com. This is my unbiased and voluntary review.

Diana Merriwell is a headstrong working woman. She works as an “editor” (read: famous columnist) at a newspaper and is willing to do whatever it takes to support her sisters. Giles Sinclair, the future Duke of Harpenden, is flighty, reckless, and only interested in pleasure (or so he wants you to believe). They absolutely do not mix at all. Except when they do, it’s magic.

I loved this book. It was heavier on the plot than a lot of regency romances are which was such a refreshing change. Virginia Heath keeps you entertained while keeping her characters in a state of almost unbearable tension as they sort through the challenges they face together. The more they give in to their undeniable attraction, the more you see how similar they really are underneath their time-built armour.

Light on the steam, but excellent pacing and plot. I can’t wait to read to read about Vee’s adventure (and can’t help but wonder if Galahad will make another appearance).

I received an advanced copy of this book from St. Martin’s Press via NetGalley in exchange for this honest review.

This is my first book by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. This book is full of back and forth witty banter that had me laughing out loud at parts. The characters, main and side, were all very well-written and I am ready to read more about them. Quite untraditional compared to most stories during this time period, but very entertaining. Diana and Giles were both very fun, yet intriguing characters, that helped one another move on from the past. This book had great characters, humor, intrigue, passion, and love. Those things combined made a very compelling book.
When I decided to read this book it was due to the cover, title, and description. I did not realize it was book two. No worries, it was fine as a stand alone. I am intrigued and have added book one to my TBR list. I have followed Virginia Heath on review sites so I may hear of upcoming books (especially this series) and plan on reading more of her work.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for an honest review.

Really enjoyed this book, second in the series. I love an antagonist-to-lovers story, and Diana and Giles don’t disappoint. It’s great seeing them earn each other’s trust through the book, sharing their secrets slowly.
The first scene where love is declared is such a heartbreaker, but, don’t worry, there is a HEA :-)
Thanks NetGalley for ARC

A fun historical romance. I preferred the first book in this series, but this was still a delightful read. The heroine was a strong, independent woman and the banter between her and the hero was fantastic. She was not intimidated by their class differences (her father was a commoner and a criminal who deserted his family and his was a duke), and she forged her own career. Really enjoyed this one, and can't wait to read the final book for the last Merriweather sister!

Never Rescue a Rogue
4 stars

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for providing me with an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!

I requested a copy of Never Rescue a Rogue from NetGalley on a whim – I hadn’t heard of Virginia Heath before and hadn’t read the first book in the Merriwell Sisters series, but I had just finished season two of Bridgerton and was ready for more historical romance. Lucky for me, Never Rescue a Rogue did not disappoint!

Never Rescue a Rogue serves the reader both romance and mystery. Diana Merriwell works at a newspaper in a hard-won role as a reporter. Her investigative skills come in handy when a family friend, Giles Sinclair, the Duke of Harpenden, is blackmailed over the true circumstances of his birth. The two are known for their sharp banter and their friends insist they are meant to be, however, Diana and Giles are content with their own separate lives – until the secrets they keep threaten to surface and their attraction becomes undeniable.

I ended up really enjoying this one, but it did start off a bit slow for me. The writing was very flowery and not my usual style. Some of the alliteration used to help with characterization was too much for me. However, after some initial hesitation, I was all in. I became surprisingly invested as the mystery unfolded.

I would recommend Never Rescue a Rogue to fans of Evie Dunmore (Bringing Down the Duke, A Rogue of One’s Own) and A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem. You’ll be rewarded with a headstrong, confident female main MC, an enemies to friends to lovers trope, and some smart banter.

I thoroughly enjoyed this rom-com mystery and will definitely be checking out Never Fall for Your Fiancée, the first book in this series!

<i>thank you St. Martin's press for the arc!</i>

<i>Never Fall For Your Fiancée</i> was a joy to read and in my review I mentioned how excited I was for Diana and Giles' book. The wait for it was killing me. Imagine my surprise when I got approved for an arc! But there were no surprises that I wouldn't love this book.

Diana and Giles DELIVEREDDDD. Individually and together. Their character arcs aren't original but they took the personalities and made them their own. So much depth and flavour. Maybe the romance part had to be sacrificed for their personal fights (though I would argue that was not the case) but it was worth it! The romance wasn't the forefront and that is exactly how I like it. The pining, the secret glances, the accidental touches, the denial is the good stuff.

Diana was a modern day woman in olden times. The way she craved independence and went and took it instead of waiting for it and oh, the man hating was delightful! Before the anti-feminists barge in, it wasn't actual hating, it was frustration that men had control over women and Diana wanted none of that. She's one of my favourite HR mcs.

Aside from Vee (she was annoying), rest of the family was a delight to read. The jokes and unfailing support they had for each other was the cherry on top.