The Vicar and the Rake: A Gay Regency Historical Romance – A Steamy MM Second Chance Story of the Society of Beasts

Name: The Vicar and the Rake: A Gay Regency Historical Romance – A Steamy MM Second Chance Story of the Society of Beasts
Price: 1.99 USD
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Rating: 4.2 (275 reviews)
Author: Annabelle Greene

by Annabelle Greene

Historical Fiction Dark Romance

4.2 (275)

4.2 stars from 275 reviews

Published by Harlequin Enterprises ULCPublished 2020-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You love second chance romance where characters have genuine history and real reasons for their separation.
You want a Regency setting that feels lived-in, with stakes beyond just attraction (assassination plots, blackmail, secret societies).
You enjoy banter and tension between mismatched characters who challenge each other's carefully constructed lives.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer your historical romance lighter and less entangled with danger or serious consequences.
You're looking for a standalone romance rather than the first book in a series.
You want slow-burn with minimal physical intimacy, given this is explicitly marketed as steamy.

About this book

The Vicar and the Rake is the first book in Annabelle Greene's Society of Beasts series. Gabriel Winters, once a gentleman, abandoned his status and desires as a young man, becoming a celibate country vicar with an unblemished reputation. He has never forgotten the man he once loved or the pain of being left behind. Edward Stanhope, the Duke of Caddonfell, is a notorious rake living a scandalous life. With a price on his head, he flees to the countryside and must remain hidden to avoid assassination. When Edward discovers Gabriel fevered on his estate, he takes him in despite the danger this poses to them both. With assistance from a blackmailer, a society of wealthy gentlemen who prefer men, and a kitten named Buttons, they work to save Edward's life. However, their greatest challenge may prove to be protecting their hearts.

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Currently 4.2★ from 275 reviews

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