New York Times bestselling author Meghan March continues the utterly addictive Legend Trilogy in House of Scarlett.Gabriel Legend is unlike any other man I’ve ever met.
He came into my life like a hurricane, shattering all my assumptions and preconceived notions.
I wasn’t prepared for him. I wasn’t prepared for any of it.
But life doesn’t wait until you’re ready.
Whatever happens next, I know one … you’re ready.
Whatever happens next, I know one thing for certain.
I will never be the same Scarlett I was before I met him.
House of Scarlett is the second book in the Legend Trilogy and should be read after The Fall of Legend, book one in the utterly addictive Legend Trilogy.
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House of Scarlett is awesome. It focuses on Gabriel and Scarlett as a couple as well as who they are as individuals. It’s quite enjoyable. Their tension, hot sex scenes and a cliffy that has me so anxious for next book that I will be counting down the weeks until I can get my hands on it. I have a fierce need to see what happens next. If you love Contemporary romance with a bit of suspense, twists and turns I definitely recommend this series.
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Ah! I couldn’t wait to see how Scarlett and Legend’s story developed and I was NOT disappointed. I love their chemistry and the darker suspense weaved throughout. The supporting characters just make me love this world even more. Can’t wait to see how their story ends!!!
I could not wait to get my hands on House of Scarlett by Meghan March, book 2 in the Legend trilogy and let me tell you, Meghan did not disappoint! I devoured this book. We pick up right where we left off and continue the wild ride with Legend and Scarlett. Legend still believes he is not good enough for Scarlett, but their chemistry is off the charts and undeniable.
This time around we get to see so much more of Legend and Scarlett and who they. And let me tell, these two together are everything. And their friends, I loved them so much and are just what everyone needs in their inner-circle. I am loving these characters so much. And that ending, I am going to literally sit in a corner and wait for the final book! I am loving this series and highly recommend it!
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4.5 Stars!
“What was I thinking? That somehow we could come from completely different worlds and have a fairy-tale romance, complete with a happily-ever-after?”
“I’m not what you need, ladybug, but I’ll learn.”
Meghan March has done it again!! I don’t know about you guys, but ever since I finished The Fall of Legend, I’ve been dying to know what would happen for Legend & Scarlett next. And I gotta tell you, Meghan March does not disappoint. Once again, she’s given us a story that will leave us breathless and an ending that will have us dying for more….
Picking up where The Fall of Legend left off, House of Scarlett gives us more insight on both Legend and Scarlett, but also gives us some of the answers we’ve been desperate for. We get to see why Legend is the way that he is and why he treated Scarlett as badly as he did. I’m not saying that what he did was right, because I totally wanted to slap him, but what I’m saying is that I understand him better now and couldn’t help but root for him to make things right. Life has offered Legend a second chance and if he’s smart, he’ll fight for Scarlett no matter how high the cost.
The road to happily ever after for these two isn’t going to be an easy one. There is definitely going to be a lot of hurdles in their way. That being said, Legend and Scarlett are a force to be reckoned with. Not only do they light the pages on fire, but they are both tougher than they are given credit for. They have a fierce and loyal group of friends backing them up and I know that there is nothing these two can’t get through together as long as they give it their all.
There is so much I’d love to say about House of Scarlett, and I am seriously biting my tongue because I don’t want to spoil a second of this story for you. You’re just gonna have to jump in and experience House of Scarlett for yourself. I promise the ride will be totally worth it. Scarlett & Gabe’s story is filled with second chances, a well developed relationship, forgiveness, taking risks, and smoking hot chemistry. Seriously, these two are a scorching hot inferno, that I just can’t enough of.
House of Scarlett is a fantastic addition to this series. It gives me the answers I was looking for from the first book, along with some brand new questions. I have some suspicions about certain things, but for now, I’m just going along for the ride. It should come as no surprise that House of Scarlett ends with a pretty spectacular cliffhanger. The ending definitely left me stunned, shocked and a whole lot more. I am on pins and needles just wondering how things are going to come together in the next book, and am so glad that the wait The Fight for Forever won’t be too long. In the end, all I can say is fasten your seat belts readers, you are in for one heck of a ride. I hope you enjoy House of Scarlett as much as I did!
No spoilers…no spoilers….no spoilers….
At the end of the first book, The Fall of Legend, I really didn’t know if I was going to like this series as much as most of Ms. March’s series. I loved Scarlett, who seemed like a strong willed heroine, but Legend seemed a little weak willed for an alpha hero. Even with knowing some of his back story and his life before, he seemed a little larger than life but not on the same level as Mount or Forge.
I was wrong. I WAS WRONG. As a couple, they are hot and sweet and bring out the best in each other. With the friends Scarlett has in her corner, she finds a certain strength and that side brings out the man beast in Legend. We learn more of their story and it makes me excited for the upcoming conclusion.
Whoa! Now, I know this was the 2nd book in the series, but Meghan STILL surprised me with the ending of this book. I definitely didn’t see THAT coming! *gasps* I love the fact that this book sucked me in and I was totally engrossed in what was going on between Scarlett and Gabriel that I didn’t even have time to think of what the cliffhanger could be. I enjoyed the way this story unfolded and the way Scar and Gabe’s journey evolved. I liked the banter and the heat between them! I wanted things to work out okay and I wanted Scarlett to get through to Gabriel. Gah! I can’t wait for the final book in this trilogy!
We’re given a brief glimpse into the past before the book picks up exactly where The Fall of Legend left off. If it’s possible, I fell even more in love with Legend in this book. There wasn’t a lot of action, but I couldn’t stop reading. The story was emotional and had my heart racing, and there was quite a bit of humor. There are a lot of amazing secondary characters who have all earned a place on my heart. And a few who I want to throw out a window. As I’m reading, I kept waiting for something to happen. And when it did, my heart stopped. I can not wait to see how Legend and Scarlett’s story concludes.
Legend shows more than just his protective side in this book. I love that he is all in, in every way. Scarlett proves over and over that she is independent while vulnerable. I love them together, it just makes them stronger. The cliffy on this one hurts, I really need the last book! Gimme!
What an ending…. Nail biting ending! Elizabeth @ Carolina Chic’s Read
This story is full of nail biting suspense and a tremendous attraction for our couple. Scarlett & Gabriel have this intense need for each other, they have so many obstacles to get thru and jaw dropping dangerous ending. WOW Just WOW!
FIVE STARS AMAZING!
Another huge story that’s filled with sweetness, steam, and a fantastic storyline that flows perfectly all the way to the shocking end. I really loved the transition we see in Gabriel this story. We still get alpha but a little bit more of his softer side. And Scarlett continues to shine with her strength and amazing personality. There were some surprises throughout and the buildup to the last book… it’s going to be a good one!
I was so impatient to get this book in my hands and Meghan as always didn’t let me down. House of Scarlett is the continuation of the explosive romance between Gabriel Legend and Scarlett Priest. In this part we have many flashbacks that give us the insight into Legend’s past and also allow us to understand him better. We are also witnessing the development of the relationship between him and his ladybug and we’re witnessing as their relationship gains depth.
Gabriel stole an even larger portion of my heart. He’s so caring and protective! This part of the trilogy showed him from a completely new angle and I can’t stop admiring him. Meghan created another irresistible hero who steals hearts … and panties. Scarlett is growing stronger and becomes a 100% the woman she wants to be. I love them both. Their chemistry is off the charts and they’re pure fire together. And let’s not forget to praise secondary characters! Scarlett’s friends are #FriendshipGoals. Seriously, this women tribe is ah-mazing! And I need to point out that Bump will forever have a piece of my heart. This guy is precious.
There were moments when the storyline seemed to be a bit dragged, but when I finally got the rhythm and gave myself fully to the course of events – boom! She did it again. Yeah, I’m talking about the cliffhanger of epic proportions. I should be used by now, having in mind that this is not my first rodeo with a book from Meghan, but somehow she manages to baffle me every single time, lol. I’m sure the last part of the trilogy will be the culmination of action and feels. I can’t wait for it!
I love this series/book. Gabriel and Scarlett are great characters with such hot chemistry. This book has romance, suspense and some very hot sex scenes that will have your kindle heating up. I can’t wait for the next book!
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Meghan March has amped things up with House of Scarlett, the second book in her Legend trilogy. Gabriel Legend has, indeed, fallen, and there’s no getting back up, but then Scarlett Priest is someone in a class all her own. After everything that happened, he knows he needs to prove to he not only regrets his actions but that they aren’t a reflection of the man he wants to be for a woman like her. Their lives began to change from the moment their paths crossed, but while change may be good, it doesn’t mean everyone will allow it to happen.
This was a more quickly paced read compared to book one, and we delve deeper into the back stories of both Gabe and Scarlett, allowing readers to get to know these main characters even better. My heart broke for Gabe as I saw what he went through and endured, and it did allow me a better understanding of him. As for Scarlett, she continues to impress as a heroine, what with her confidence and composure at the forefront of who she is. We also see a different side to these two as they become more entangled with each other, with sweet interludes that had me cheering them on. And if book one’s cliffhanger ending was a doozy, book two’s is a heartstopper. 4.5 stars for House of Scarlett.
Meghan March not only left me with major cliffhanger at the end of book one where I was so afraid that there is no future for Gabe and Scarlett , but she started next one so freaking emotional and with fast plot that I was again drown into this story.
‘You’ll always be what I want most. But I can’t have you’
Let me tell you guys!! I was devastated after the end of The Fall of Legend because how Gabe could treat Scarlett like that?
But as soon as I started to read book#2, he quickly won me over by showing his other sides under his tough and dangerous exterior, and I loved it so much. My heart was also bleeding and hurt bad for his past life.
Even their backgrounds dividing them miles apart, you know what they say! Opposites attract and hope dies last because their chemistry was unimaginable and burst even stronger with the powerful force in this book.
I was mesmerized by their growing bond and swooning over their relationship.
They’ve started to build something beautiful, and my hopeless romantic soul grew even bigger. My feelings were all over the place and chills ran through my body with every twist in the story.
But then my queen of cliffhanger, dropped the bomb in my face and now I’m dying to read the conclusion of Legend Trilogy and waiting impatiently for the answers.
I love Megan’s books but I found book #2 to have a bit too much of descriptions making this story drag a little.
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Overall Rating – .5
After the cliffhanger ending in book one I couldn’t wait to see what would become of Scarlett and Legend in book two of the trilogy.
We start with Scarlett feeling ashamed and a little ruined after putting herself out there only for Legend to shoot her down, and I totally felt for her. She was gaining confidence again only to be let down. She knew her feelings for Legend were real and trying to get over him was hard.
Legend can’t believe the way he treated her and has so much guilt for the way he acted as he knows deep down he cares for her. Although, he doesn’t want her involved in his rough life.
Something happens to Scarlett that brings them together again and I just loved the connection they shared. The way Legend cared and looked after Scarlett gave me all the feels, there was real care and compassion and well as the alpha male staking his ground and I loved that part of the story, they got to know each other and fall even deeper.
What I really like about this story is that the Hero isn’t rich. The story shows his struggles and how hard he is working to be better, not always the best decisions but he’ll do what it takes to make something of his life. The Heroine is wealthy, but her character is so down to earth, she doesn’t need the riches. I love Scarlett and her quirky ways.
This book was such an easy read. The story flowed and I loved the friendship Scarlett had with her friends, there was real woman power, helping her with her troubles, they all had each other’s back! We end with another cliffhanger and I must say I wasn’t expecting that and I can’t wait to see what’s next for this couple.
*An ARC received for an honest review*
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Overall Ratings;u2063
First Sex Scene – 78%
POV – Duel
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I could not wait to dive into this book! I loved book 1 and just knew that this couple would continue to grow in my heart. I was not wrong. Meghan March has written a couple that I am completely in love with. Everything about them is just beautiful. They share so much in common but are from different sides of the track. They own my heart in this story.
Both Legend and Scarlett are amazing characters. I was sucked into their world and I never want to leave. They are steamy, electric. Their chemistry is off the charts. AHHH this trilogy is LIFE!
I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book, I need more of Legend!!! And after screaming as book two came to an end, I need book 3 stat! Ohhh, I can hardly wait. Another brilliant book by a brilliant author.
When House of Scarlett begins, Scarlett’s just been pumped and dumped by the man she’s caught feelings for. Thank God she has her friends and her former stepsister, Flynn, because they rally around her and look out for her, unlike a certain Gabriel Legend.
But Gabriel isn’t really an ass, well he is, but he’s more damaged inside and still has the insecurities forced upon him in his childhood.
“I’ve clawed my way out of the gutter, but I’m a million light years away from your ivory tower. I’m not good enough for you. I’ll never be good enough for you. But if you want messy, I got that down.”
But when push comes to shove and Scarlett’s in a situation that has Gabriel re-thinking things, will he come around too? Or will they end before they even had the chance to really start?
I seriously loved this part of Scarlett and Gabriel’s journey. They both grow quite a bit, come more to terms with their feelings, and by the end, things are looking way, way up compared to the beginning of House of Scarlett. But then that damn cliffy and now I’m left to wonder exactly what is going to happen in The Fight for Forever
I said it in my review of The Fall of Legend, how much I liked that Gabriel is an vulnerable alpha. Well he’s that even more here, but is even better because he grows so much. Whereas in The Fall of Legend, he was stagnant, here he takes stock of himself, makes conscious decisions to be the man Scarlett needs, and changes for the better. He still has that vulnerability I like so much, he’s just more sure of himself as he and Scarlett fall deeper in love. I’m dying to know where Meghan is going to take this awesome couple, January really cannot come soon enough for this reader!
Oh. My. God!!!! This book was EVERYTHING!!!! I’m honestly not sure how Meghan can top it, but she always manages to surprise me. House of Scarlett starts off with a bit of backstory on Gabriel and boy does it break your heart. Makes you understand why he is the way he is. Scarlett proves to be the strong, epic heroine I knew she was meant to be!! The hits these two keep taking, just when you think things are good, are enough to make you wonder if they will find their HEA. I loved the drama. I loved the tender, sweet, caretaker moments. I loved the Omfg moments that I never saw coming. Meghan has said she thinks this might be her best book yet, and I have to say, I agree!!!!
What a freaking ending. Just another reason why Meghan March is the queen of cliffies. I have found in the past that book 2 in a series usually lacks the same oomph as book 1 and book 3. But this book 2 is beyond epic. What will happen next? Stay tuned for the final installment in this trilogy.
This book left me with my mouth gaping like a fish out of water. That pretty much sums up my reading experience. I don’t know how Ms March will top this, but undoubtedly she will. I can’t wait for the final installment.
Gabriel Legend grows more formidable as his own vitality, and those who have bet everything on him are on the line. With so much at risk, he proves himself beyond worthy of Scarlett, when she needs him most, showing his caring demeanor underneath his somewhat daunting persona. But will proving himself to her cost him everything?
House of Scarlett was full of sizzling hot chemistry and fun witty banter, but underneath all of that was a story far more sinister.
With a cliffhanger that will make you want to scream for her characters, March does not disappoint! With copious amounts of unanswered questions as to the fate of so many, I for one am on the edge of my seat as I await the trilogy’s conclusion in The Fight for Forever.
As Always, Happy Reading!
“5/5 Beaming Brains!” – Lit-Up My Mind