Christi stuns again with a fantastic story of love and triumph.

The best part of Christi Caldwell’s stories is that they are written about characters who feel real. They struggle, they love, they hate, they emote right off the pages. Never have I ever read one of Christi’s books and thought “That’s ridiculous. No real person would act that way.” And I have to say, I have thought that a lot about many excellent books. This couple, more than others, deserve their hard won happily ever after.

This book, just like all of Christi’s, forces characters (who have been through every miserable thing that a child could possibly suffer through) into even more awful situations. I enjoyed this one more than the entire Sinful Brides series. I’m here to say, these Wicked Wallflowers are worth the anticipation.

This begins as a story of a girl, Ophelia, and a boy, Connor, both “street rats” in in the seediest parts of London, England. He escapes from their gang and its dreaded leader, while she could not. Years later, as adults, after having lead separate and completely different lifestyles, the two meet again. Ophelia and Connor are on opposite sides of a situation which draws them together as each remembers their mutual childhood contact while they navigate a mystery that Connor, now a respected investigator, is working to solve.
It is during this time the two develop an understanding of each other that turns into a heated need. But Ophelia hasn’t told Connor things that could affect his feelings for her: deep, dark, ugly things. She fears that in doing so she will lose him to another.
This is a stand alone book that is part of a series and it’s terrific! It’s one that once its begun, plan on a long afternoon or evening of perfect romance complete with a cast of entertaining characters and intrigue, because you won’t be able to put it down. I loved it and am looking forward to the next.

The Vixen ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️by Christi Caldwell

Ophelia Killoran as a child and adult is well aware of the horrors of St. Giles. She had on occasion observed Connor Roarke but when he save her life as a pickpocket and took the fall for her she was indebted to him.

Years later their paths crossed he survived and was adopted by an Earl and changed his name to Conner Steels. The name change never erased his cruel childhood and he still fought for the children of St. Giles.

This story of Connor and Ophelia will touch your heart as only Ms Caldwell can do. Her depth into the characters is heart wrenching and so believable sending you into the time it occurs. I sometimes wonder if Ms Caldwell isn’t a time traveler as she is a master of this historical era.

Christi Caldwell never disappoints. She pulls you in and the tosses one’s emotions all over the place! Ophelia and Connor’story is no different. They knew each other as children living in the streets. Connor took Opheia’s Place when she was nabbed for pickpocketing. And that is when Connor’s life changed because a lonely lord took him in and raised him as his son.
The climax of the book will rip your heart to shreds. I cried and didn’t see how things would be resolved. But in a twist, they are and we get our HEA. Christi remains one of my favorite authors.
I read this as an ARC. I will reread it when it is published as I had already preordered.

The Vixen by Christi Caldwell is book two in the Wicked Wallflowers series. This is the story of Ophelia Killoran and Connor O'Roarke/Steel.
Ophelia lived on the streets as was many of the kids that were taken by Mac Diggory gang that were kidnapped and hurt badly if they didn't steal or earn money for Diggory. No one ever got away but Connor had with the help of Ophelia and later as a kid he paid her back by taking a fall for a bad pick pocket attempt.
But now all these years later Connor is now a famous investigator hired to find a child that was thought to be dead but it been rumored that Diggory took him. Connor went to confront the new owner asking about the kids that have been hired or taken. This leads him to meet the sister who is none other than Ophelia his childhood 'friend'.
This was another page turned that I couldn't put down of Ms. Caldwell's. I always end up reading her books into the night and their is always an emotional cry with them that leads to the book hangover. I did go proactive and take a PM headache pill before starting the book but it was just to good to sleep.
I can't wait for the next installment in this series!!

I’ve been a fan of Caldwell for a while, but was disappointed in the last few books I read, and felt the gaming hell series was entirely too overdone, having been the subject of numerous books. This book was much better than the last two, the couple was more likeable and the writing just seemed better overall. This story again involves a sister to the proprietor od a gaming hell, but the H is a former street urchin, orphaned and taken by a criminal gang leader. He escapes the life, adopted by an Earl, and the girl remains behind. Their paths cross as adults, and the attraction is immediate., though, of course, both initially deny it. He is also involved in the search for a son of a marquis, possibly kidnapped during a fire many years earlier. She assists in his quest. There’s much more to this story, and I was pleased to find Caldwell seems to have gotten her mojo back.

I am a big fan of Christi Caldwell's and was excited to read the next book in her series. I was not disappointed! I loved both of the main characters, Connor and Ophelia. I liked the fact that they had a childhood backstory together and understood each other's upbringing in ways others never could. Connor and Ophelia have great chemistry and their path to an HEA was interesting and was hard wrought. I would definitely recommend this book!
Possible spoiler: Possible trigger alert in that the book has an attempted rape scene.

Sigh !!! what a beautiful book from Christi ...it was heart breaking & at the same time heart touching.
I just loved it ... " The Vixen " is the 2nd book in the wicked wallflowers series & can be read as a standalone...After reading this book i am surely going to read the 1st book in this series which i missed. This book was so realistic ,it presented a rather clear picture of hypocrisy , injustice , of the Nobilty in Regency England ...the trials,tribulations ,sorrows, pitfalls, faced by the lower strata of the society ...

This book presents the story of Ophelia Killoran the illegimate child of Mac diggory who as a child has experienced the horrors of life in the street ,hence she spends her nights protecting the street urchins of St. Giles. A notorious investigator, Connor Steele saved Ophelia years ago and was adopted by a nobleman.He needs Ophelia's help on a case he is working on, but she is stubborn and distrustful of the nobility due to terrible experiences faced dealt by the Noble peers at some time or the other in her life...

Both of them fight there differences,bias,beliefs and come together to solve a case Connor is investigating ... The climax is mind blowing , the betrayal , the courage ,the triumph , survival, so many twists & turns faced by the characters superbly presented by Christi .... It was a story that touches u emotionally ,,i cried reading some scenes ... Christi has done a marvellous Job wherein she has entwined reality & fiction brilliantly ... Kuddos to her to maintain the synch throught out the story telling...

I would definitely Recommend the book ...Pls dont miss out ..a excellent book from Christi Cladwell ..The impact of her work will strike u only wen u read the book ... She delivers more than your expectations ..








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My rating: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2427726570">4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Sigh !!! what a beautiful book from Christi ...it was heart breaking & at the same time heart touching.<br />I just loved it ... " The Vixen " is the 2nd book in the wicked wallflowers series & can be read as a standalone...After reading this book i am surely going to read the 1st book in this series which i missed. This book was so realistic ,it presented a rather clear picture of hypocrisy , injustice , of the Nobilty in Regency England ...the trials,tribulations ,sorrows, pitfalls, faced by the lower strata of the society ...<br /><br />This book presents the story of Ophelia Killoran the illegimate child of Mac diggory who as a child has experienced the horrors of life in the street ,hence she spends her nights protecting the street urchins of St. Giles. A notorious investigator, Connor Steele saved Ophelia years ago and was adopted by a nobleman.He needs Ophelia's help on a case he is working on, but she is stubborn and distrustful of the nobility due to terrible experiences faced dealt by the Noble peers at some time or the other in her life...<br /><br />Both of them fight there differences,bias,beliefs and come together to solve a case Connor is investigating ... The climax is mind blowing , the betrayal , the courage ,the triumph , survival, so many twists & turns faced by the characters superbly presented by Christi .... It was a story that touches u emotionally ,,i cried reading some scenes ... Christi has done a marvellous Job wherein she has entwined reality & fiction brilliantly ... Kuddos to her to maintain the synch throught out the story telling...<br /><br />I would definitely Recommend the book ...Pls dont miss out ..a excellent book from Christi Cladwell ..The impact of her work will strike u only wen u read the book ... She delivers more than your expectations ..<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />
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Omgoodness. Yes please. Where are the tissues? And who cut the onions? Growing up on the streets is hard, escaping them is near impossible. But with determination, shear will and a touch of luck any thing is possible. The female lead is tough, independent and determined to save her sister and all the abused children from the streets. Her past drives her to take risks that could kill her. The male lead has is secrets and is determined to keep them to himself. He's a man of control and strength But when a surprise encounter leads him to the girl that saved his life as a child more times than he wants to recall, his control slowly slips away. Can they help each other or will their secrets tear them apart for good? As always Christi Caldwell delivers excellence that will carry you away to another time and place. Her words will sink into your soul until you feel every emotions that her characters do. It's fantastic and leaves you fulfilled as well as wanting more

The story revolves around Ophelia and her brother’s desire to present her to the ton in order to secure a marriage to a titled lord. Along the way she encounters Connor, who once saved her from being arrested by admitting he committed the crime. They never knew what happened to each other until now when they meet again. The victim of the theft, the Earl of Mar took Connor home with him, to feed him and then send him back to the streets. Mar, unmarried and childless decided to take Connor in, adopt him, see to his education and give him a start in his own business. The story is well written and holds your attention. The plot is well thought out and conveyed thru her writing. There is a HEA but before that occurs there is a lot of danger, intrigue, arrests and manipulation on the part of Connor’s father and other titled gentlemen. This is a great read and I would highly recommend it.

This will make your heart ache and your eyes water.

Christi Caldwell has written a sterling Regency novel of love, loss, vengeance, courage, survival, trials, tribulations, compassion and triumph. The story of Connor Steele and Ophelia Killoran is a marvellous addition to these wildly interesting families of commoners and nobilities.

The characters are recurring from previous series but this can be read as a standalone.
I look forward to Book 3. I highly recommend.

This is an e-arc from the publisher through NetGalley which I voluntarily read and honestly reviewed.

Another emotional book by Caldwell. Ophelia and Connor are linked by their childhood connection to Diggory and living on the streets. She was abused by the nobility, he was saved by the nobility. Those experiences color their opinions and worldviews. They are brought together by Connor's search for a child, and their tumultuous relationship takes them from the worst parts of town to the nicest parts.

The climax of the book has the highest stakes I've seen in a Caldwell book, and while I'm not a fan of drama, most of what happens is realistic and develops from the story. I enjoyed the story, and readers who like a lot of conflict will love it. I'm definitely looking forward to Gertrude's story, and I'm hoping Caldwell keeps us updated about the investigation Connor starts at the end.

I loved this book. I can't wait to read about Broderick. I Highly recommend this book. Totally a ☆☆☆☆☆

This is the second of the Wicked Wallflower series and it does not disappoint.
The story centres on Ophelia Killoran who is grew up on the streets and was part of the notorious Diggory gang and now works for her brother in his gaming hell. She feels undervalued and is consumed by guilt for things that happened in her childhood. No one knows that she spends her nights saving the street urchins preyed upon in St. Giles. Investigator, Connor Steele is looking into the disappearance of a young boy. He meets Ophelia who he once knew from his past life on the streets. Caldwell takes you on an emotional journey and weaves a plot that will keep you interested throughout.. Cannot wait for the next installment.

I received this novel from net galley and the publisher for an honest review.

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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A stunningly emotional and heartbreakingly realistic book, the characters are so real they jump off the page .
I can’t say I’ve ever felt a story more , the scenes played out like a play in my head .
I’ve felt and reacted to every situation in this one, and I’m exhausted and exhilarated at the same time .
It’s a wonderful , long awaited story with Connor and Ophelia, also many favourites from this series and others .
I’ll be tapping my fingers patiently till the next instalment.
Five stars doesn’t seem enough .
I received an advanced copy of this book from Netgalley, and chose to submit a review

I received this novel from net galley and the publisher for an honest review. Thank you!
I enjoyed the first novel is Ms. Caldwell's Wicked Wallflower series and this novel was just as enjoyable. I like how Ms. Caldwell tells the stories of characters from her previous novels, leading to a deeper understanding of the characters. Ophelia Killoran grew up on the streets as part of Diggory's gang. She has terrible memories, which make her distrust and hate the nobility. As a child, she saved the life of a boy a few times, meeting him years later. Connor Steele saved Ophelia years ago and was adopted by a nobleman. He now works as an investigator, due to his past. Connor never forget Ophelia, but he works for the nobility now. Conner believes not all the nobility are bad, but many of them live in a bubble. He needs Ophelia's help on a case he is working on, but she is stubborn and distrustful. Ophelia helps many of the orphans of St. Giles. She sees things as black and white, while Connor sees shades of gray. They keep running into each other, since Ophelia's brother wants connections into the nobility for his club and for her to marry into the nobility, which causes anger within her. Connor has his own battles within the nobility. Both help each other, helping them to see a bigger picture from each of their perspectives. However, both have terrible pasts and secrets that they are keeping from each other. Will the secrets they keep destroy the love they have had for each other since they were kids?

Better than expected. The character development was actually really good. The tropes in the book prevented me from fully loving it, however, this is a solid plot with a solid idea. Definitely not a waste of an afternoon. I love all of Christi Caldwell books, just keep them coming.