My first historical from this author and I really thought it was a great read, it is different as the entire book is told from the MMC's pov! Frank is trying to figure out who the highwayman is and after a close encounter, figures out it's a woman! Knowing it would boost his family's newspaper, Frank starts to research this interesting person who is striking fear in the wealthy. Yet he cannot help but feel chemistry for his brother-in-law's sister, Taya. She is everything he cannot have yet the attraction is undeniable and sexy.
Its forbidden love that includes a mysterious highwaywoman in the plot - ya, you cannot go wrong with that.

A fun Regency romance with.....steam. Frank and Lady Taya do a dance around one another as they- well no spoilers. I missed the first novel but this was just fine as a standalone. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. Perfect after a long day.

In Jodi Ellen Malpas's captivating regency romance, A Gentleman Never Tells, the enthralling sequel to the Belmore Square series, Frank Melrose takes center stage as he grapples with running his father's printing business and unravels the mystery of a notorious highwayman. The novel seamlessly intertwines with the previous installment, bringing a sense of familiarity and continuity. Malpas's writing style, characterized by its elegance and evocative prose, captures the essence of the regency era while infusing a modern flair. The forbidden romance between Frank and Taya is explored with raw intensity, challenging societal norms and adding a scandalous allure. The novel's impeccable pacing, exciting incidents, and a surprising mystery resolution contribute to a perfect blend of drama, romance, and humor. Malpas's fearless exploration of desire and passion sets this regency romance apart, making A Gentleman Never Tells a must-read, showcasing the author's mastery in pushing genre boundaries and delivering an unforgettable story that lingers in the reader's mind.

Rated 3.5 Stars

A Gentleman Never Tells was interesting, slow but interesting and highly amusing. I laughed out loud a few times while reading it. Frank, the hero is the most utterly ridiculous character I've read in a long time. He's also quite endearing too. I don't remember ever reading a romance where the point of view was primarily the hero's but it was a nice change of pace. I enjoyed it even though it was predictable. It's a fun, lighthearted read with a bit of steam, action and suspense.

Wonderful story of romance. I always love reading this author. She brings the story alive and always make me want to read more

Jodi Ellen Malpas enchants readers with "A Gentleman Never Tells," a captivating historical romance set in Regency London. The protagonist, Frank Melrose, finds himself torn between his burgeoning global business responsibilities and the irresistible Taya Winters. As he grapples with the pressures of unveiling a mysterious highwayman in Belmore Square, the story unfolds with a perfect blend of humor and romance. Malpas skillfully navigates the complexities of forbidden love against the backdrop of societal expectations. Frank's internal conflict, having concealed his sister's journalistic pursuits to avoid scandal, adds a compelling layer to the narrative. The slow-paced Regency setting is brought to life with stolen glances, passionate stares, and moments of chaste romance, all while a mysterious subplot keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Malpas' storytelling prowess is evident in this delightful addition to the Belmore Square series, leaving me eagerly anticipating the next installment.

This was such a well done historical romance novel, it had a great overall concept and was executed well. I enjoyed the time-period use and how it worked for the story. I enjoyed how good the romance worked and how it evolved. I can’t wait to read more from Jodi Ellen Malpas.

The story is told from the male point of view, making it interesting to read. I liked seeing the growth in Frank as he comes to certain realisations about himself. I could not help but smile when I read the story, making it the perfect weekend read to relax with.

I've read several of this author's contemporary books and I was intrigued when I saw she was releasing an historical series. I haven't read too many books where the narrator is the male main character but I thought that it worked. Frank was very likable. I thought this story was charming and the characters had good chemistry but I found it a little slow to connect with in the beginning. Thank you for ARC, it was an enjoyable read!

im not sure why i am having a hard time writing this review. while i typically love jodi's writing and characters, i just didnt feel connected to these. Im not sure the highwaymen storyline was for me. i am in no way counting out reading more from this series, but i do wish i had loved this one more

I found myself captivated by Frank Melrose's journey to navigate love, family obligations, and societal norms in Regency London. As heir to a printing business, Frank's pursuit of Taya Winters unfolds amidst the pressures of unmasking a mysterious highwayman in Belmore Square. The narrative, expertly crafted with a delightful mix of humor and romance, skillfully explores the intricacies of forbidden love. Having previously concealed his sister Eliza's journalistic endeavors to avoid scandal, Frank faces a compelling internal struggle. The story masterfully weaves through the slower-paced Regency era, balancing stolen glances, passionate stares, and chaste moments with a looming mystery. Jodi's storytelling prowess shines through, offering a satisfying blend of historical romance and suspense. This is a delightful addition to the Belmore Square series, leaving me eagerly anticipating the next installment.

The second title of the Belmore Square series, finds Eliza's brother from the first title, wanting to move his father's printing shop to higher status but keeps getting distracted by Taya. And masked highwaymen

I was not the right reader for this story. I wasn't able to connect with this one but it was well written, so hopefully other readers will enjoy this one more than I.



Thank you to Forever and NetGalley for the DRC

This was a fun historical romance.
I enjoyed the characters, the mystery, drama and the steamy scenes. I think everything was well paced and kept the story interesting.

Jodi Ellen Malpas is one of the few auto read authors who I automatically add to my TBR & read. So, when I saw that she has a Regency Era series & book available to read in advance, I grabbed it.

Unfortunately, I had a hard time connecting with the characters & the storyline. I’m not sure why. I ended up stopping around the 30% mark.

If you’re like me & you enjoy Regency Era & Jodi Ellen Malpas stories, please give A Gentleman Never Tells a go. The book just ended up not being for me & you may love it more than I did.

Full disclosure: The Title Feedback requires I give a star rating to submit my review/thoughts. If this was Amazon or Goodreads, I would give the book three stars because both outlets considers this rating to be “bad”. I also don’t want to ever impact an independent author’s income. This is why I’m rating the story three stars even though I did not finish the book.

Thank you NetGalley for giving me an opportunity to read on of my auto read authors in advance.

A Gentleman never tells is the second regency romp in the Belmore Square series. Frank Melrose, Eliza’s brother from the previous book has never wanted to write for the London times although he has taken the credit for Eliza’s much sought after stories in the newspaper as it would be scandalous for a woman to be writing for a newspaper. A complete philanderer he gets himself into all sorts of scrapes, but suddenly he realizes he does want to write particularly at this moment when a trio of highwaymen are causing havoc amongst the ton and Frank is convinced after seeing them one is a woman so he decides to investigate.

Of course I love anything and everything by Jodi Ellen Malpas, and this book was no different. I can't wait to see what she writes next!

I enjoyed this book!! I thought the characters were well developed. I enjoyed the story and would recommend to other romance readers.

Frank wants to take his father's printing business glboal. Taya keeps distracting him from unmasking the mysterious highwayman.

Lots of romance... terrific chemistry between the main characters. It's sexy like all of this writer's books. Really enjoy it.

Thanks to the publisher for the arc.

This is the first book I’ve read by this author. I didn’t expect the narrator to be the MMC but I liked it.
The story was intriguing, the writing easy to read-perfect for a quick weekend read.
Unfortunately the language was too much for my taste so I quit reading and just skimmed.
I’m assuming if you read the first book, you’ll enjoy all the appearances of that couple.