He’s bad to the bone… and she looks oh so good.The Baron of Baderness is too dark, too dangerous for any clear minded lady to consider. And Lady Grace has her choice of men. So why can’t she stop thinking about the one man she shouldn’t want?Lady Grace isn’t his type of woman at all. She’s too beautiful and far too perfect to ever be with a man such as himself. All she knows is drawing rooms and … drawing rooms and pretty gowns, while he has fought his way from the dregs of society. He shouldn’t want her and yet every time she passes by, he can’t look away.
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I love a story about a man with a dark past and a bright future! This was Ben’s journey of finding self-worth. Actually, in a way, it was Grace’s self-worth journey also. They both have preconceived ideas of who they are, but together the couple finds out who they could be.
The passion between the two was fiery and vivid. Their longing for each other was visceral. The plot was romantic and fast-paced. It moved along nicely and kept my attention. It did need to be read after Viscount Of Vice as the story is interconnected. This was no chore, as the Viscount Of Vice was a lovely story.
This book was such a joy to read! I loved the characters and storyline. It was a passionate, romantic love story at its heart. Add plenty of action, and you get a thoroughly enjoyable book!
I received a gifted copy of this book by the author. This is my honest, voluntary opinion.
I enjoyed Ben and Grace’s story – although I thought it was a slightly anticlimactic ending to the plotline that’s run through this entire series. Be aware that this one doesn’t stand on its own. It picks up straight from a certain point in the previous book, and refers to things that only readers of the earlier books in the series will be familiar with.
I received a free copy from the author. My review is voluntary.
The Baron of Bad is the fifth book in the Lords of Scandal series. This series is based on six noblemen who have opened the Den of Sin, a gaming hell but have tried to keep their identity secret. When their identity becomes revealed to the Chase cousins and siblings, the men decide they need to ensure the women don’t reveal their identity to anyone else. They vowed to keep them safe from Lady Abernath when she becomes a threat to the women. The books can be read as a stand-alone, but this book picks up from the previous book where Lady Grace is kidnapped and leads to the end of the danger to the Chase females.
The Baron of Baderness “Ben” agrees to watch over and keep Lady Grace safe. He follows the carriage when Grace is kidnapped from London. He knows her reputation will be ruined and is prepared to marry her, even though he feels like he isn’t worthy of her. Ben and Grace both have insecurities that they hide behind with their bickering. Can they overcome them and have their happy ever after?
This has been such a wonderful series. The Chase females were strong independent women who valued family. They challenged the men’s view of females and won them over. I really enjoyed reading each book and am sad to see the end. The last book in the series is the Earl of Sin, which was also part of the Lords, Ladies and Babies collection of novellas. It wraps up the series with their cousin Mary and the Earl of Sinclair.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
…And another rake bites the dust! Tammy Andresen’s BARON OF BAD finds the beautiful Lady Grace to be more than just a pretty face who loves to shop, but he knows, with his background, even his title doesn’t make him good enough for someone like her. Having to protect her, as one of the ladies who discovered his gaming hell, which put her in grave danger from the Countess of Abernath. When Grace is kidnapped, he will do all in his power to find her and bring her home safely. How could he know his heart would be lost to plucky young miss or that she would return the emotions?
This time out, Tammy Andresen keeps the tension on more of a medium high setting, but it lasts throughout this entire tale! Their often easy banter is fun, and the attraction is right there, on every page. With a guaranteed happy ending, it is the journey that makes this one another romantic hit!
I received a complimentary ARC edition from Tammy Andresen! This is my honest and voluntary review.
Can a secret pass keep them apart? You will just have to read Baron of Bad by Tammy Andresen book 5 in the Lords of Scandal series and what a series. Truly one of my favorites. What I love most about reading one of Tammy’s is her details of the scene. She can write such a clear picture in my mind and you feel like you are actually going back in time which is truly an amazing talent. Her stories are easy to read and you can’t help but fall in love with the hero and this story is no exception. Though in a series this can be read as a standalone but I recommend you read all 5 books in this series to get the full story. Baron of Bad has a secret pass, not feeling worthy, good friends, a kidnapping, death, rescue, madness, great banter, protection, revenge, a lot of misunderstandings and love. I highly recommend you read this book or any of Tammy Andresen’s books, you won’t be disappointed.
***This book was gifted to me and I am voluntarily reviewing.
This story genuinely filled my heart with gladness. I enjoyed the main characters Grace and Ben (Bad). Grace seemed to live frivolously never dealing with anything more serious than buying a new ribbon. Ben had a very sad and rough upbringing making him feel unworthy of love. But when these two got together their passion and attraction exploded and revealed itself in arguments and misunderstandings. But when danger came to Grace, Ben was right there for her. A wonderful charming story of how two people learn from their interactions that they love each other. I do recommend this. I received an Advanced Readers Copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I was so excited to finally find out about Bad and Grace. They have been in the previous stories and knew they would be fabulous and needless to say, it met all of my expectations!
Grace was kidnapped by the villainous Abernathy, who was seeking revenge. Finally we see what happens to that that viper and find out what drives her!
Of course Bad comes to the rescue and saves her and they live happy ever after. Wait! No it does not wrap up that nice and neat! As they are thrown together and begin to travel back, Grace tries to seduce Bad. He thinks he is not good enough for her with his past and that she would regret being stuck with him.
It seems as every turn they are at cross purposes and each taking what the other says wrong. My heart just ached for these two and I wanted to shout at them both! Yes, I know, but Tammy always brings her characters to life and I quickly become invested in the story!
I was holding my breath until the end to see what would happen. I can only sigh and hope another book comes out soon by this wonderful author!!
Book five in the Lords of Scandal series starts out with Grace being kidnapped by Lady Abernath and her latest lackey, Crusher, right off the street in front of everyone. Grace thinks all she has going for herself is being beautiful. She doesn’t see what others see in her. She loves Ben, The Baron of Baderness, (AKA Bad) and wants to marry him and not have a season. She doesn’t think he could love her.
Bad rushes after Grace and her kidnappers. He realizes after he saves Grace that they’ll have to wed. He loves Grace but believes she should be allowed to chose for herself if she wants to marry him. He knows he’s not worthy of her or belongs in her world. Neither one of them are good at expressing themselves so the other one knows what they’re saying. They talk but don’t listen.
Is their love worth fighting for? Find out in this awesome book by Tammy Andresen. This is another great read. I received an advanced reader copy of this book. This is my honest and true review.
Baron Of Bad is a fabulous historical romance by Tammy Andresen. This is a fairly quick read, perfect for those with limited reading time. Unlike most of Ms. Andresen’s books, this story didn’t grab me on the first page. I think it took 3 or 4 pages before that magical something made me think, “Here we go!” Grace is kidnapped from the streets of London by the series evildoer, Lady Abernath and her minion. Bad, the Baron of Baderness, Grace’s bodyguard, went racing after them. Bad and Grace’s story is packed with drama, humor, sizzle, action and suspense. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading more from Tammy Andresen in the future. Baron Of Bad is book 5 in the Lords of Scandal Series but can be read as a standalone, but in the case of this book, it does help knowing the background from the previous books. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
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The Baron of Bad is on a mission but their is a small problem, his mission is beautiful, single, and way above his station. His mission has become his love. “Grace. Love. I know that you feel an attachment to me now, but I also know that there are better men out there.” A tender heart beats inside this gentle giant and Grace wants Ben and noone else.A beautifully written romance.
Benjamin Styles, the Baron of Baderness is too dark, too dangerous for any clear minded lady to consider. Lady Grace isn’t his type of woman at all. She’s too beautiful and far too perfect to ever be with a man such as himself. However Bad has been assigned as her protector when the Countess of Abernath sets out to ruin the noblemen who own a gaming hell through the Chase women. When Grace is kidnapped by the Countess, Bad doesn’t hesitate in giving chase.
This is the fifth book in this lovely series & I thoroughly enjoyed it, it made me sigh & it made me smile. I loved Ben who grown up on the streets of London & became a fighter before inheriting his title, he’s a self made man who has turned a failing inheritance around but he feels out of place in society & is sure he’s viewed as a lumbering upstart. I also loved Grace who often put her foot in the mouth with her unwieldy tongue, together they bicker but the chemistry simmers. I read this lovely book in an afternoon, as quite honestly it was too good to put down. I’ve had a soft spot for Ben throughout the series & his story was just so good. Strong characters, a well paced story made for an engrossing read
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Baron of Bad: Regency Romance (Lords of Scandal #5) – Tammy Andresen
Tammy Andresen has gathered the most wonderful group of characters in this series. We have our Scandalous Lords and our strong willed ladies who continue to thwart the unhinged plans of their now common enemy.
This is the story of Benjamin Styles, Baron of Baderness and Lady Grace Chase, their wild chase through the English countryside and their realization that they just might be what the other needs!
Grace has been kidnapped and her biggest worry at the moment is will Bad be able to find her and rescue her. Grace has grown to believe she really isn’t the most sensible woman in England let alone her family. Her sisters and cousins are far more sensible than she is and she is sure she isn’t more intelligent than they are, but she knew when listening and keeping quiet was the right thing to do. So she did just that.
Bad was not born to have the title of Baron, so at the age of four after his parents had died and he was put in an orphanage, his extended family informed of his whereabouts, thinking that they were being swindled after being asked for money just left him in the orphanage. He raised himself, on the streets of London. Bad was nineteen when he learned he was the heir to the title Baron of Baderness. Bad knew he wasn’t really a gentleman (but he was) and he never had the education of a gentleman (but he was trying to learn everything he could), he didn’t have a lot of self confidence in his ability to be a good Baron, but he was trying.
Starting off with Bad chasing the carriage carrying Grace and their two enemies through the English countryside, the eventual pistol fight, a night at an Inn with only one bed, a wound to be stitched, a seduction (you need to read the book to find out who was seducing who) this fifth story in the Scandalous Lords series was a most enjoyable read. The subtle humor brought by Grace to this story along with the caring way Bad has towards her gives this story the perfect set up for two hearts to recognize each other and give them the happy ending they both deserve.
This series/book has been a delight to read, it is one of those “warms you up giving you all the right feelings” that allow the reader to end the book with a bit of a sigh and a smile on their face.
I was given an advanced reader copy of this book to read and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Baron of Bad: Regency Romance
Lords of Scandal Series #5
Tammy Andresen
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Release date 05/05/2020
Publisher Swift Romance Publishing
Blurb :
He’s bad to the bone… and she looks oh so good.
The Baron of Baderness is too dark, too dangerous for any clear minded lady to consider. And Lady Grace has her choice of men. So why can’t she stop thinking about the one man she shouldn’t want?
Lady Grace isn’t his type of woman at all. She’s too beautiful and far too perfect to ever be with a man such as himself. All she knows is drawing rooms and pretty gowns, while he has fought his way from the dregs of society. He shouldn’t want her and yet every time she passes by, he can’t look away.
My review :
When miss bratty clashes temper with mister brawny
So it is finally the last in this series, well there is one last coming, yet I read it in a bundle published a bit earlier.
Grace is the youngest of the Chase girls, the last remaining unattached and one with quite a temper. In the previous book, I thought her a bit spoiled, what she is too.
Benjamin known as Bad is a hero like I like them, he was not raised as a peer, worse he grew up a street urchin, had to fight every day of his life. So it was engrained in him he is no nobility, and in his mind he must worship the path of a lady like Grace.
When he is the living proof of his own resilience.
Their romance is one rather smooth with less adventures than the previous ones, it is more a matter of fits of temper and miscommunication.
It is up to them to go past their own misconceptions of the other and accept to see past their own flaws to be able to love freely the other.
4 stars for this sweet tale of two souls dealing with their own ill suited vision of themselves.
I was granted an advance copy by the author, here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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Impetuous and impulsive, Lady Grace only has herself to blame when she is abducted by the enemy, Lady Abernath and her cohort, Crusher. More than anything she wishes that she had listened to Lord Baderness, known as Bad to his friends, even though he had said she was spoilt. If she ever got the chance she would kiss him, despite knowing that he has little time or patience with her. When Ben catches up to the ostentatious carriage, an old enmity between Crusher and himself rises once more, especially when Crusher makes disparaging remarks that infuriate Ben. The resolution to their problems comes quickly and not at all as Ben and Grace would have thought. Being thrown together, Ben knows that it is inevitable that he will need to marry Grace but with his past and history, he still wants to give her the choice despite his own feelings for her. This novel is a fairly quick read but does not lack in content or adventure. The attraction between the couple has been evident for a while but they both need to work through their own insecurities in order to acknowledge that they are worthy of the love being offered to them. I have enjoyed all of the books in this series, but Bad and Grace’s story touched me in a different way. This romance is a standalone and comes to a happy conclusion, leaving me happy about the couple’s outcome. I received a copy of this book a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
These Lords and the gambling hell they own have made for the best series!
Benjamin Styles, Baron of Baderness AKA Bad had a sad life that began when he was very young. He grew up in the streets and only in the last few years did he become a baron. He was still amazed at the title but growing on the dark streets of London, his expertise for keeping the peace at the gaming hell he and his partner lords owned, came naturally. Although, he wasn’t born to the title, he carried himself appropriate to a man of title even in a world of debauchery. Now, he was in charge of protecting one of the sisters/cousins in the Chase family as each of the lords had taken one of the ladies to protect when a dangerous and mad woman was out for revenge.
Lady Grace Chase is the youngest of four daughters – she is beautiful, outspoken, brave, smart and doesn’t like being unable to go about shopping etc. because of the danger & her new protector does not like her and all they do is but heads. She thinks he is pushy, bossy & mean & he thinks she is a spoiled brat. She is kidnapped right in the middle of a busy London street after running away from the carriage she been in, arguing with bad because he called her “spoiled”. Now she needed him!
The kidnapping, rescue, bantering, their secret desire for one another and the romance all lead to a HEA and what a fun adventure it is! I highly recommend this book – Grace & Bad are a perfect couple, we revisit her great family – sisters & cousins & the other lords plus an entertaining story to keep you turning pages.
I was gifted the Advanced Reader Copy of this book & all opinions are my own & have been voluntarily given.