Enter the world of the most notorious gambling den in London, where matches are made… unusually. Welcome to the world of THE LYON’S DEN: The Black Widow of Whitehall Connected World, where the underground of Regency London thrives… and loves.After being caught in the most embarrassing of situations that leaves her with a permanent limp, Evangeline Prescott’s reputation is beyond repair, and … beyond repair, and so her mother takes it upon herself to approach the Widow of Whitehall in an attempt to find her a suitable husband.
In London for a short season, Scottish Laird Camren MacLean accepts an intriguing invitation to a prestigious gambling den where he loses a high stakes card game. The price of his loss is for him to marry a stranger within a week.
A beautiful socialite, a handsome Laird, and a game of chance. Can anyone win?
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I read another book in the Lyon’s Den series and it was so good that I wanted to read another one. Unfortunately, this one did not have the same punch as the previous one. I liked that the heroine was outspoken, strong and free to be what she wanted. She also had a flaw (through no fault of her own) that she did not feel the need to capitulate to society. I saw nothing in Camren that gave him a rogue title. He is just a nice guy. Their arranged marriage was nice, no angst. And the “villain” was just a spoiled cousin. I wanted so much more from this book and I think it could have been great.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through NetGalley.
Fun Read Of A Sweet Romance Story:
I really enjoyed this story. It was fun and quirky.
The characters were interesting and enjoyable along with a good plot.
A truly sweet romance story from beginning to end.
Lots of excitement.
A very abrupt ending and no epilogue.
I would like to read more about the pirate brother Cowan?
This series is such a pleasure to read. An unusual plot with a matchmaker. Evangeline is ruined and it involves the incident that caused her leg to be crushed. She’s also thirty and on the shelf. Her parents agree she should marry. Her mother brokers her marriage with Mrs. Dove-Lyon who owns The Lyon’s Den. Her stakes are high when gentleman participate in card games. One game in particular wages houses and marriage. When Laird Camren Maclean loses he finds himself soon to marry. Indecision, jealousy and moving to Scotland make for problems between them. The attraction and eventually love help them overcome them. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Great read! New-to-me author. Really enjoyed this book and will look forward to more of her work.
The Lyon’s Laird by Hildie McQueen is book 5 in The Lyon’s Den Series. This is the story of Camren MacLean and Evangeline Prescott. This was a standalone book for me. Evangeline had a very embarrassing episode that ended her with a limp. So she has settle into never marrying and keeping more towards herself. But her parents have other ideals which leads her to Camren. Carmre must honor a debt he gain which leads him to Evangeline. I enjoyed their story.
My review of the book The Lyon’s Laird: The Lyon’s Den Connected World.
Rating: 5, excellent.
What a very enjoyable story! The Lyon’s Laird will keep you spellbound from the moment you begin the journey with Laird Camren and Evangeline until the very end! Hildie McQueen has a writing style that I thoroughly enjoyed, she’s filled the story with characters that come off the pages and pull you into their tale, a story that is well-written, a strong plot and great and witty dialogue. Evangeline has been ruined in the eyes of the Ton and her mother finds her a husband through a high stakes card came. Laird Camren has come to London on business and find himself with the loosing hand in a card game and the prize is the betrothal to one Miss Evangeline and marriage within a week. As their attraction to each other starts to grow Evangeline’s jealous cousin has plans to destroy their engagement. It’s a heartfelt love story that unfolds beautifully with drama, steamy passion, uncertainties, trials and tribulations.
Eight years ago Evangeline Prescott became a social scandal when she was found in a rather compromising position and a damaged leg leaving her with a limp. She has since retreated to her parent’s home and decided to never marry. Her parents have other ideas and have bought the services of Mrs. Dove-Lyon and her unconventional marriage arrangements. Camren Maclean and his cousin Gideon have arrived in London to do business and have been invited to the Lyon’s Den for a night of gambling and entertainment. The Lyon’s Den is know for its outrageous wagers and Camren finds himself gambling and winning himself a wife. This is a captivating story as Evangeline is furious with her parents and tries to dissuade Camren against marriage, but the more he sees her the more determined he is to wed her. Forces are against them as cousin and a man from her past try to tear them apart. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
This collection is a unique, entertaining series that is not what you expect. A Widow, a mother, secrets, a ruined young lady and unsuspecting Scot lead to a charming yet exciting story. Evangeline is a spitfire and Lord Camren Maclean is involved more than he ever expected. I thought it was a fun read that reveals an unexpected secret.
The Lyon’s Laird is part of the Lyon’s Den Connected World. It was a cute novella but wasn’t true to history since it included a lot of modern terms. The characters were sweet, but I didn’t really care for Evangeline. She was too passive and needed a little more backbone. The story line of wagering a house against marriage seemed farfetched and silly. It was a short simple book but overall, not one of my favorites in the series.
A fantastic addition to “The Lyon’s Den” series and with the fabulous Hildie McQueen and her magical pen is one not to be missed!
Evangeline was twenty eight and thought herself a spinster, but she had a limp from a terrible incident years ago. But her mother seemed determined to find her a husband.
Laird Camren Maclean was in London to see about his whiskey business by longed for his lands in Scotland. Surprisingly he received an invitation to The Lyon’s Den, a gambling establishment and could not figure out why.
Well the Widow of Whitehall was at work again and this time she was matching Evangeline and Camren together and it was an entertaining journey!!
Loved these two and truly enjoy this story!
Unfortunately, this is not one of Hildie McQueen’s best stories, I found the story and characters lacking that spark that makes a story great. It’s unfortunate because I know this author can write much better than this.
Evangeline’s reputation was ruined years ago and now that she’s approaching 30, her parents are determined to see her married. Camren is a Scottish Laird who comes to London for business dealings and ends up at the Lyon’s Den, losing a gambling bet….now he has to marry Evangeline or lose his London home. When the two meet it’s instant attraction and as soon as they marry, both are looking forward to the wedding night! I just felt it was all so rushed and they didn’t even have time to get to know each other first.
There’s even a scene where Camren is beaten and left for dead….that storyline just came out of left field, there was nothing suggesting a lead in to that happening! All I could do was shrug and read on.
I received an ARC of this book via NetGallely and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
The Lyon’s Laird by Hildie McQueen is part of the Lyon’s Den Connected World published by Dragonblade and penned by various authors. The books are all loosely connected through Mrs. Dove-Lyon, a matchmaker who uses interesting methods to find matches for unwed able people, mostly women. Evangeline Prescott had a very risqué young womanhood, in which she sampled pleasures of the flesh and was caught in flagrante, naked, by members of the ton. She has become very used to the inside of her father’s house. Her parents have, as well, and are tired of it. They seek to find a match for their very unwed able daughter. Laird Camren MacLean is in London for business. He is not looking for a wife. He and his friend, Gideon, receive very odd invitations to Lyon’s Den, a local gambling establishment known for its “interesting” wagers. They attend and find themselves gambling: the winner wins a valuable home; the loser marries a bride of Mrs. Dove-Lyon’s choice.
Evangeline is a lovely young woman, if overly curious. She gets on well with her mother, whom she adores, but finds it difficult to believe that she is related to her horrid aunt, and her aunt’s even more horrid daughter, Prudence. Prudence is not nice, but believes herself to be irresistible. An opinion most men of the ton do not share. Hence, she is always on the lookout and she has spied Camren and Gideon and is furious when Evangeline become betrothed to one of them. She is a fun character, as villains often are. Oh, and Camren loses the game. He will keep his word. He is nothing if not honorable. Camren is a great guy … young and strong. He has been hurt before and is not particularly open to being hurt again. He is, however, intrigued by Evangeline. Watching their courtship is wholly entertaining and makes The Lyon’s Laird a must-read. This is one of the better stories in a pretty wonderful world. I recommend it.
I received a free ARC of The Lyon’s Laird from Dragonblade, through Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions and interpretations contained herein are solely my own. #netgalley #thelyonslaird
Invited to The Lyon’s Den for a game of chance, Laird Camren MacLean soon discovers that losing results in a betrothal to the scandalous Evangeline Prescott. Unfortunately, Evangeline’s jealous cousin tries to put a spoke in the wheel, but Camren has been around the block a time or two and is able to see through the lies being told. Two people are brought together in an arranged marriage, however, despite the circumstances, they are actually very well matched. There are lighthearted moments in this book, but some difficult ones as well. The secondary characters involved in the story are as enjoyable and entertaining as the Camren and Evangeline. This book is part of a series but it is a well written standalone and comes to a sweet close. I received a copy of this novel through NetGalley as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
The lady and the laird!
This is the first time that I read a book written by Hildie McQueen. Even though, ‘The Lyon’s Laird’ is a short novella, it was great. I liked her two characters Evangeline and Camren. It’s a beautiful love story to enjoy.
Camren enjoyed gambling and drinking at the Lyon’s Den, an underground and notorious place in London, where men can enjoy all their pleasures. Evangeline is quite different from him, quiet, and reserve, she enjoy her solitude mainly because she was left with a limp caused by an unfortunate incident. So her parents, concoct a plan to help her find a husband. Will their plan worked? So while in London, Scottish Laird Camren accepts and intriguing proposition! Will Camren become a suitable husband for sweet Evangeline?
“I received a complimentary copy of this book from Dragonblade Publishing and NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.”
Miss Evangeline Prescott has accepted that she will never marry. Since her disgrace the gossips will ensure no man will want her. That is until her mother makes a deal with a certain widow.
Laird Camren MacLean is in London on business with his friend, and causing quite a stir. He and his bestfriend and business partner are issued a fascinating invitation.
Our hero is in an impossible position. Can he get out of it or will he be able to accept it. Our heroine has to face down all the nasty people, one in particular who is determined to cause her pain.
A very entertaining story with fabulous characters who don’t stick to the normal rules of their time.
I thoroughly enjoyed every page.
Evangeline Prescott had changed her bedroom into a haven. She had been ruined. But this home where she lived with the people she loved most was where she was happiest. She was also at the age past being a spinster. So she knew she would never marry. Rose was her best and only friend. She also had a book group that was held on Wednesdays. Her cousin was a shrew and tried hard to create problems for her.
Camren MacClean is the laird of his clan. He loves what he does. But he has come to England to conduct some business and hopes to increase it. His family makes Whiskey and a very good one. He has bought his friend Gideon Sutherland with him. He received an invitation from the Lyon’s den. A gambling hall for the rich and bored. He ended up winning a bride but I am not sure he was happy about it.
I really enjoyed it. The banter, The snide insults from her aunt and cousin, the love between the characters. The strength of most of the characters, their intelligence, and wit made the story entertaining. The descriptions of places in England and Scotland kept my interest. Even though it was a little short, it was worth every minute I spent reading and laughing. I very highly recommend it