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To Steal a Kiss (Girls Who Dare Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Emma V Leech (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 2,131 ratings

To Steal a Kiss

Girls who dare – 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.
Twelve girls – Twelve dares in a hat. Who will dare to risk it all?

To Steal a Kiss
The desire to take a chance and snatch at happiness.
Being dared to kiss a man in the moonlight is all well and good, but men and moonlight do not fall from the skies at will. Until they do. Under instruction from a friend, drab Alice Dowding lingers alone on a moonlit balcony. Not the most sensible course of action for a usually sensible girl. Yet being sensible has gained Alice a seat among the wallflowers and her only likely chance of marriage to a man she finds nigh on repulsive. Something must be done.

A guilty conscience and a bad man.
When Nathaniel Hunt’s sister begs him for a favour, he can hardly refuse. Nathaniel, part owner of one of the most scandalous gambling dens in London is responsible for Matilda’s tattered reputation, and she knows he is no position to deny her anything.
When she begs him to kiss her mousy friend on a moonlit night, however, a chain of events is set in motion that none of them could have predicted.

When a little favour ignites an inferno.
Ignited by one soul-stealing kiss, mousy, sensible, dull Alice, is setting off sparks wherever her feet touch the ground, and all Nathaniel can do is pray he doesn’t get burned.

**** Warning: This book contains a careful selection of quiet determination, resolute tight-lipped-ness and (almost) insurmountable levels of tension. Although coupled with the presence of occasionally descriptive sexual encounters, we are very pleased to highlight that this book - and series - is in no way verging on erotica.

**** 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)
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    Girls Who Dare
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  4. Publication date
    May 3, 2019
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07P19585K
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (May 3, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 3, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5.1 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 286 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Emma V.Leech

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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.

To keep up with new releases, sign up for Emma's newsletter on her website. Copy and paste the following address - https://www.emmavleech.com/

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

www.facebook.com/EmmaVLeech

https://www.facebook.com/groups/EmmaVLeech/ for Emma's reader's group

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Twitter Emma V Leech@ladameblanche

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Customers enjoy this historical romance with its compelling plot and touch of suspense. The book features well-developed characters and customers find the story delightful, with one customer noting it's better than the first book in the series.

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30 customers mention "Story quality"27 positive3 negative

Customers praise the book's compelling plot and historical romance elements, noting its touch of suspense, with one customer mentioning it doesn't feel rushed.

"...The moonlight kiss (no spoilers) is magical. You’re fully immersed in the setting and the hearts and minds of the characters...." Read more

"...I like the way the characters pop in and out and how more than one story (not even counting M&M) is being told in the same book..." Read more

"...Here, even if the romance was about Alice and Nate, it was a three points of view story as Mathilda, Nate’s sister has an equally important part in..." Read more

"...This is an interesting historical romance." Read more

21 customers mention "Readability"21 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, with one customer noting it's better than the first book in the series.

"...habit of re-reading romance novels, but Ms Leech is such a good, descriptive writer that I’m always entertained all over again." Read more

"...I thought it was well done although I have the benefit of having read all 12 (well, 11) this past week...." Read more

"...Anyway, the book was nice enough, and it definitely did not put me off the series, in fact it got me even more hooked up on the "Peculiar" ladies,..." Read more

"Better than the first, especially since we learned more about the other ladies...." Read more

15 customers mention "Enjoyment"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book delightful and funny, with the characters being fun and interesting.

"...So I did like this book, it was entertaining enough, but the romance felt rushed and forced. I really couldn't buy it...." Read more

"...extra half star was the subplot of Mathilda and Montegu which is most interesting...." Read more

"I'd prefer a little more going on besides the romance, but it was enjoyable enough with likeable leads...." Read more

"I enjoyed reading about Alice and Nate. Their love was swift and sweet, however the speed in which they fell in love left a little to be desired...." Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...You’re fully immersed in the setting and the hearts and minds of the characters...." Read more

"...I like the way the characters pop in and out and how more than one story (not even counting M&M) is being told in the same book..." Read more

"The primary characters were likable and void of pretense. In a genre such as this, the suspension of disbelief is paramount...." Read more

"I enjoyed this Story. Nate & Alice are wonderful characters...." Read more

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  • Kath
    5.0 out of 5 stars delightful
    Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2023
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    As I write this, I’ve just re-read this for the second time. The moonlight kiss (no spoilers) is magical. You’re fully immersed in the setting and the hearts and minds of the characters. For what is truly just a kiss the passion of Alice and the gentleman (see, I promise no spoilers) is palpable.

    A gem of a book! Note - I’m not much in the habit of re-reading romance novels, but Ms Leech is such a good, descriptive writer that I’m always entertained all over again.
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  • Angela Raspberry
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good series
    Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2021
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    I just discovered this series and after reading reviews that were written closer to the publication date (which was when?) I have to smile at the people who comment about Matilda and Montagu's story being almost as strong a story line as the title characters. I smile because that's the point, the thread that ties the whole series together. I thought it was well done although I have the benefit of having read all 12 (well, 11) this past week. I like the way the characters pop in and out and how more than one story (not even counting M&M) is being told in the same book (although only one is completed). I actually bought the entire series instead of borrowing with KU.

    I agree with the reviewer that said Nate was mostly talk, instead of action re: his sister's situation although I'm not up on Regency etiquette and ruined damsels. Another funny thing is how the women are the one pushing for premarital consummation of the relationship while the men try to fend them off. As if. ;)
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  • Élodie Nicoli
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bringing dreams to life
    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2019
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    I often relinquish to go back in time and read authors I love series when there are too many books to catch up, but when I saw the previous was first in a new series I jumped on the opportunity.
    So while the first book introduced The Peculiar Ladies club but it was more centered about Prue, her secrets and her relationship with Robert than the other wallflowers.
    Here, even if the romance was about Alice and Nate, it was a three points of view story as Mathilda, Nate’s sister has an equally important part in it. Plus it introduced in greater details the other members of the club.
    I can’t wait for Kitty, Harriet, Bonnie and Tilda’s stories, as they all carry secrets of their own and Mathilda’s interactions with the Marquess of Montagu become more and more intriguing as time pass in her bother’s story.
    The main plot took place in a very short span of time, it was instant-attraction for Alice and Nate, from their first encounter to their second meeting, they can’t stop thinking about another, why everything moved so fast right after. But the story didn’t felt rushed, every important moments during those 5 days were developed and the Peculiar Ladies Club members added to the fun.
    I was a little taken aback to see the man Nate has become fall so hard and so fast for Alice, while she was more circumspect about them. But she is also the perfect incarnation of all his lost dreams, why maybe he didn’t stood a chance against her sweetness.
    As for Alice growing a spine, at first it felt strange but she began when she entered the Dare game, so why not once she discovered living a little what not so scaring and can bring joy. Sure it was a complete reversal but it was also fueled by years of frustrations, so when you open the pandora box ...
    Now I wait for Lucia’s story, I more guarded about this one as revenge stories are far from my favorites with too much angst and hurt but as I read the first chapter, I loved the hero, so maybe it will not be so bitter as I fear.
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  • C. Potts
    5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining Historical Romance
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2022
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    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. Ten girls and ten dares in a hat; one will dare to risk it all. Men and moonlight do not fall from the skies at will. Under instruction from a friend, drab Alice Dowding lingers alone on a moonlit balcony. It is not a usual course of action for a usually sensible girl. Being sensible has gained Alice a seat among the wallflowers. Nathaniel Hunt’s sister begs him for a favor, and he can hardly refuse. Nathaniel, part owner of one of the most scandalous gambling dens in London, is responsible for Matilda’s tattered reputation, and she knows he is in no position to deny her anything. She begs him to kiss her mousy friend on a moonlit night. A chain of events is set in motion that one of them could have predicted. The little favor ignites an inferno by one soul-stealing kiss. Alice is setting off sparks wherever her feet touch the ground, and all Nathaniel can do is pray he will not get burned. – Following through with the dare changes Alice’s outlook on life. She becomes more outspoken and aware of her wishes. Nathaniel is a successful businessman who has fallen from society because of her father’s gambling and selfishness. Alice and Nate are immediately smitten with each other. The man Alice’s parents want her to marry is rude and only out for money. This is an interesting historical romance.
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  • Cliente Kindle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Um beijo roubado
    Reviewed in Brazil on September 8, 2020
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    Que história! Quem diria que Alice teria tanta coragem guardada dentro de si. Adorei e já estou ansiosa pela próxima história. Sem contar na curiosidade que ficou instalada sobre Matilda e o Marquês.
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  • AprilGirl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining.
    Reviewed in Australia on February 10, 2025
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    Book two in the series.
    A well written novel with a predominantly fun storyline though there is a little suspense and angst.
    I like the way the other wallflowers pop in and out of the narrative.
    So tempted to skip a few books and read Matilda and the Marquess’s story.
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  • Anne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Appealing second book in the series
    Reviewed in Canada on July 16, 2021
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    This second book in the Girls Who Dare Book was just as appealing to me as the first book - in other words, I loved it. Alice had drawn a dare to kiss a man at midnight but how should she accomplish this goal when she was a shy wallflower who had never been kissed? When the task seemed impossible Alice called her upon friend Matilda to help. Matilda agreed to help Alice complete her goal and arranged a scenario where the dare could be completed but refused to tell Alice the name of the intended kisser. The reader knows who the intended is but Alice is still in the dark, even after the hot kiss. Both the giver and the receiver were moved by the kiss and the remainder of the storyline revolves around how they can get together as a couple and thwart Alice’s social climbing parents who want to force a marriage to a less than stellar titled gentleman. All of the characters are very well drawn, whether heroes or villains. I thought that the author did a wonderful job of creating both the heat between Alice and her man and their relationship and I loved the rapport that was described between Matilda and her brother Nate. I can’t wait to see where the third book takes the dares.
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  • Avidreadersbc
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very enjoyable read
    Reviewed in India on September 2, 2021
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    All it takes is a little courage & anyone can achieve their dreams. I absolutely adored reading Nate & Alice's story. Looking forward to reading the stories of the other mysterious wallflowers mentioned in the story ❤️
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  • TdeBxl
    3.0 out of 5 stars Nice bit of fluff
    Reviewed in France on August 17, 2021
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    Wallpaper historical but not an unpleasant read. Nothing left for a re-read though, thin story line, so forgettable. The author introduces a future couple (Matilda and a marquess) whose story I wouldn't mind reading. I still prefer "the devil may care" which had far more emotional depth.
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