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To Break the Rules (Girls Who Dare Book 3) Kindle Edition
To Break the Rules
An irresistible enigma …
Senorita Lucia de Feria is possibly the most beautiful woman in the world and beyond a doubt the most beautiful that Viscount Cavendish has ever seen. Yet this mysterious beauty is up to something, something that has Cavendish convinced that her motives are less than pure. The viscount needs no further motivation to spend time in lovely Lucia’s company, but desire and intrigue make for unholy temptation.
A dangerous lover …
Lucia is not everything she seems to be . Lucia has secrets … secrets one man would kill her for. Now, with revenge in her heart and a fortune at stake, she’s close to having it all or losing her life. At every turn, Viscount Cavendish is there, with his pirate smile and those wicked blue eyes.
A daring circle of friends …
When an unusual book club brings The Peculiar Ladies into her life, Lucia is charmed and lured into feeling she belongs for the first time. Between her new friends and a man she is in danger of falling for, her plans are all going awry. This beautiful Senorita has spent her entire life longing for vengeance, but she never expected to find something she cared for more along the way.
Lucia cannot afford distractions, friends or a suspicious nobleman. Yet suddenly she has all three. It might be time to break her own rules.
**** Warning: Contains both a feisty heroine and a classic alpha male, meaning you may encounter some mild swearing and mildly graphic, descriptive sex scenes.
**** AUTHOR'S NOTE: Girls Who Dare is an ongoing saga following the Peculiar Ladies, their friendships and loves, and is designed to be read in order. Whilst they may be read as standalone novels, some aspects of the story will not be explained if read in this fashion. The reading order is as follows:
•Book 1: To Dare a Duke
•Book 2: To Steal a Kiss
•Book 3: To Break the Rules
•Book 4: To Follow her Heart
•Book 5: To Wager with Love
•Book 6: To Dance with a Devil
•Book 7: To Winter at Wildsyde
•Book 8: To Experiment with Desire
•Book 9: To Bed the Baron
•Book 10: To Ride with the Knight
•Book 11: To Hunt the Hunter
•Book 12: To Dance until Dawn
(Also related: Matilda and Montagu, The story so far. A compilation of all the encounters between Matilda and Montagu from each book)
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJune 7, 2019
- File size5.0 MB
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- Publication date : June 7, 2019
- Language : English
- File size : 5.0 MB
- Screen Reader : Supported
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- Print length : 306 pages
- ISBN-13 : 978-2492133091
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- Book 3 of 12 : Girls Who Dare
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Regency Romance Author, Emma V Leech is the award-winning writer of six series with many more to come! Selected in the AMAZON UK Kindle Storyteller Awards four years running with Flaming June, A Scent of Scandal and The Last Man in London from Rogues and Gentlemen. For To Follow her Heart, To Ride With the Knight and To Hunt the Hunter from the Bestselling Girls Who Dare series, and for Dare to be Wild, from the Bestselling Daring Daughters series.
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ROGUES AND GENTLEMEN: Regency Romance. Sexy, tumultuous, and desperately romantic, Rogues and Gentlemen will have you wishing for your own pirate, smuggler, earl, or duke to carry you off into the past.
GIRLS WHO DARE:
Regency Romance. Twelve book series. Inside every wallflower is the beating heart of a lioness, a passionate individual willing to risk all for their dream, if only they can find the courage to begin. When these overlooked girls make a pact to change their lives, anything can happen.
THE DARING DAUGHTERS:
Their mothers dared all for love. Just imagine what their daughters will do. This in an ongoing next generation series in the Girls Who Dare world.
THE REGENCY ROMANCE MYSTERIES: Historical Romantic Suspense. If you prefer your Regency Romance with a little dash of mystery and murder, these are the books for you. Dashing heroes and wicked villains abound, and of course, a plucky heroine who won't sit about looking ornamental until she's rescued
THE FRENCH VAMPIRE LEGEND: Paranormal Romance. This is a dramatic and heart-wrenching story of courage and sacrifice and a love that nothing ... not even time, can tear apart.
THE FRENCH FAE LEGEND: Paranormal Romance. With close to sixteen million online reads to date the award-winning Dark Series is one of Emma's most successful works. An epic saga set between modern-day France and the Fae Lands - a historic version of our own world, where only love is more powerful than magic.
ABOUT EMMA:
As an accomplished romance author, Emma won the world’s largest online writing competition ‘The Wattys’ two years running, first with The Darkest Night, and then with her short story, A Dark Imperfection, A Les Fées Novella. Her third published novel, The Dark Prince has been touted as one of The Top 50 Self Published Books Worth Reading in 2015 and is #2 on the list of the Top 50 Indie Books in 2015 as well as being hailed as "An enchanting fantasy with a likeable heroine, romantic intrigue, and clever narrative flourishes." by Kirkus Reviews.
Emma's novels have garnered attention worldwide, and fans who continue to clamour for more through email, Facebook, and Twitter.
When she's not writing she strives to live as far from the real world as possible. but otherwise, she can be found in Darkest Dordogne, South West France with her husband, three children, assorted cats and a wild imagination
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Customers find the book's story engaging, with one review noting how it deftly unwinds mysteries of life and love. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback for its readability and character development, with customers praising how the characters are brought to life. Additionally, they appreciate the storyline, with one customer highlighting how Emma refers back to the other gals in the series.
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Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, describing it as sweet and satisfying, with one customer noting how it unwinds mysteries of life and love, while another appreciates how each chapter starts.
"A Secret, Shame, and Simple Romance. Sweet story of a deep dark secret which ends in forever love and romance." Read more
"...It was a smoothly told story, a tale without fairies but some nice grandmother and friends to do the job, add magic and wits to their romance...." Read more
"...Good continuation to the series." Read more
"I loved reading this story, it’s a truly lovely continuation of the stories of the Peculiar Ladies. *warning, spoilers*..." Read more
Customers find the book readable, with one mentioning it's a lovely continuation of the series.
"I loved reading this story, it’s a truly lovely continuation of the stories of the Peculiar Ladies. *warning, spoilers*..." Read more
"Lucia & Silas's story & characters were Absolutely Wonderful & Delightful...." Read more
"...It is both frustrating and brilliant to use these books to flesh out what I presume will be the crowning romance of the series." Read more
"This book is just so good. I love how each chapter starts, keeping us in touch with each of the ladies and how each ties together...." Read more
Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning the strong hero and heroine.
"...I also have to say that I enjoyed reading from the perspective of other characters in this story, getting a satisfying continuation of Matilda’s..." Read more
"...Good characters and plot." Read more
"...That said I did enjoy this book, both Hero & Heroine were interesting and their love story was sweet...." Read more
"Lucia & Silas's story & characters were Absolutely Wonderful & Delightful...." Read more
Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, with one mentioning how Emma refers back to the other gals, and another expressing their love for all the Peculiar Ladies characters.
"...Third book in and I'm in love with all of the Peculiar Ladies and the idea of who they fall in love with...." Read more
"A good story of a beautiful woman that has a secret she feels once known will ruin her life...." Read more
"...All three books have been great and I like how Emma refers back to the other gals. Looking forward to number four." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2019Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThe more I read this series, the more I enjoy it.
I was a bit afraid about this one book as revenge plots are far from my favorite trope.
It usually only brings hurt and pain in its wake.
But Mrs Leech was able to mix each ingredient at the right dose from anger, fear and pain.
Lucia is there to retrieve what was stolen from her and for this, she sets a payback campaign on the man responsible for her loss. Because of her past encounters with men, she is weary of them. She knows she can’t trust nor love them.
Until a very unpolished lord shows her, some men are more than their rough facade.
Silas Anson has left behind his supposed life of privileged to rise himself from the gutter. A scandal for the ton but his path to freedom. Then he meets Lucia, a woman who seems to meddle perfectly with the London society before he had a glimpse of the real Lucia and understood she has bigger secret than him and her journey might as well drive her to hell gates.
Even if their relationship began on the wrong foot, each making assumptions about the other.
Slowly Silas will prove her he is not the usual peer, he does not want to win a contest of wealth to get his entrance to her bed, his set goal is to learn who she is and offer what she has once dreamed as a little girl.
It was a smoothly told story, a tale without fairies but some nice grandmother and friends to do the job, add magic and wits to their romance.
One more hit with this lovely new installment.
And I can’t wait for the other young women stories, each has its own personality firmly settle.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2019Format: KindleVerified PurchaseIn reading the previous books in this series, I wondered how the author would make a believable "falling in love" story with Lucia being as hardened against love as she was. But Silas is her perfect foil (of course) as they both have similar secrets that have made them who they are. Good continuation to the series.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2021Format: KindleVerified PurchaseLucia is by far the brightest diamond of the season, but isn't being treated that way. Of Portuguese descent, she is rumored to be the daughter of a famous courtesan, when her mother died when she was a child, and her only connection to the courtesan is that she was Lucia's father's mistress when he died.
Silas rarely attends balls, but when his eyes roam the crowd looking to see old friends, his eyes land on the most beautiful woman he has ever seen. Having little care for the opinions of the ton, he will not let anything stand in his way of getting to know this young woman.
Lucia is only attending the season to seek revenge. She never plans to marry and trusts no man, not a surprise since she's been offered many less than desirable propositions since the season began, few involving marriage.
Lucia's story will break your heart, as you learn what life has thrown at her, but you will celebrate with her as she finds her first true friends and starts to open her heart. So much in this story to applaud!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2019Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI loved reading this story, it’s a truly lovely continuation of the stories of the Peculiar Ladies.
*warning, spoilers*
I’m always down for a feminist twist on history, and Lucia de Féria delivers that in spades. Emma really branched out in this book by exploring the ways that the English colonization of India impacted families of that time. She managed to weave it into a riveting mystery as we discovered the truth about our heroine whilst she found herself caught up in a romance she didn’t see coming. My only complaint is that the hero seemed to fall so quickly for her, but that’s only to be expected of a time period where life was short and love in a marriage was rare.
I also have to say that I enjoyed reading from the perspective of other characters in this story, getting a satisfying continuation of Matilda’s storyline. I highly recommend that any of you reading this review read this book. I couldn’t put it down for days.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2020Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThe story is about Lucia ( Aashini) and Silas. Silas is determined to win Lucia for he finds a kindred spirit in her despite her secrets. Now their story was interesting and not easily settled which is fine by me but there were some discrepancies. Instead of saying two and twenty it said twenty two which I learned is uncommon in that era. I could be wrong. Then the Hindi that is spoken was I believe a little misspelled according to a translation app. I could be wrong. But what really grinds my gear is why do we continue to get the point of view of Matilda in regard to Marquess of Montagu when I thought we were reading about Lucia and Silas. And don’t get me wrong I enjoy reading about Matilda
and the Marquess’ cat and mouse game but doesn’t that deviate from the main characters. I get that Matilda is consider the mother hen of the Peculiar ladies but is it necessary if her story is not next. I will continue as I like the series. Needs some editing.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2020Format: KindleVerified PurchaseAs usual Emma has told another girls story and pulled you in to another girls at the same time. I can’t wait for the next book to pick up where the last one ended.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2020Format: KindleVerified PurchaseAnother great book to the series! Ms. Lucia has secrets, deep secrets that can get her killed. She is part of the peculiar ladies v
Club. Everyone believes she is the daughter of a famous courtesan and has offered her exorbitant amount of money that she has turned everyone down. Silas, Lord Cavendish is new to his title after his estranged father dies. He is sloppy, messy and not your normal peer. When he spots Lucia at a ball he is captivated by her beauty. When he puts his foot in his mouth he realizes she has secrets.
Lucia has stayed has only revealed her secret once to a man she thought loved her but she promised herself she can not trust anyone not even her friends.
A beautiful story with her secrets finally told and realized she not only can trust her friends but the man she loves!
- Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2022Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThird book in the series. This one is slightly different in the fact its not just about two very different people falling in love. It has Lucia wanting to guard her heart and her head from all her new friends along with a stubborn Viscount. Silas never wanted to be a member of the ton and is relentless in his goal to marry Lucia. Good characters and plot.
Top reviews from other countries
- AprilGirlReviewed in Australia on February 12, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent.
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseBook three of the series and still going strong, a likeable couple and an interesting storyline.
A well written novel well worth the read IMHO.
Though I’m so intrigued by Matilda’s story that I’m highly tempted to jump over the next few novels in the series order and read her story next.
- Kindle CustomerReviewed in the United Kingdom on September 1, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars This series just keeps getting better
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis book is the third in a series that just keeps getting better. The plot is full of emotional passages, plenty of twists and , and some brilliantly crafted surprises. The characters are portrayed beautifully. This is a book that would suit all those who love steamy historical romances with plenty of intrigue.
- Aisha SheikhReviewed in India on November 11, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely as expected
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseSeeing another peculiar lady get settled was just amazingly beautiful with the secret, and the drama it had all carried with the epilogue to end the story and give a glimpse of the next was just beautifully written. Waiting to read on the the next.
- AnjaReviewed in the Netherlands on March 2, 2025
3.0 out of 5 stars Predictable love scenes and a hero who falls far too quickly and openly.
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseTo be honest, I did not initially plan to read this story because I was not really attracted to the character of “Lucia.” The only reason I ended up reading it anyway is because I am very intrigued by the relationship between Mathilda and the Marquis de Montagu, especially also because the Marquis is my favorite kind of hero, at first glance icy and calculated, but there is undoubtedly so much more to it. Silas (and Nate as well) immediately fell for Lucia and Alice and behaved from the start openly as if they were madly in love and that fascinates me much less than a man who may be equally madly in love, but is not so quick to show his cards, or rather his heart. I am also fascinated by the story behind the resentment Harriet clearly feels for the Earl of St Clair.
Well played by the author to also give us snippets from the other couples throughout all the stories, but on the other hand, it is also a shame that those who would only read the story of Mathilda and the Marquis would have to miss out on a lot of important moments and the actual build-up of their romance this way.
Furthermore, I noticed, when you read several stories in succession, that all the love scenes follow almost identically the same pattern, which does become VERY predictable and unoriginal after the third story.
Finally, it is also totally unnecessary at the end of the story to already publish so much of the next story. An epilogue would be so much better, and if necessary, a short teaser for the next story.
- AnneReviewed in Canada on December 17, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting read
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseAn interesting read, the third in this series sees Lucia looking for vengeance, not love. Sometimes there are other plans afoot. I found it harder to relate to Lucia than to some of the other Peculiar Ladies but the story was well written, with a good plot.