Viola and Barret have found the elusive precious gem of love, without even searching for it, while she was pretending to be a male seeking information for her article, but poor Viola has no idea, how much, out of her league things could truly get. A sassy and saucy entanglement that binds you to its pages.

This novel was an enjoyable read. Lady Viola Fairfax is denied being a writer because she is a woman. Instead of giving up, she disguises herself as a man, with only a few people knowing her secret. Her column is very popular in the Ladies' Gazette. However, Mr. Jack Barrett, an MP, knows her secret and has for some time. Jack has no time for a wife and plans to follow in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. Viola has no desire to marry either. The attack on the Prince has had a huge effect on gatherings, some even becoming radicals. Jack and Viola agree to work together to discover who is supplying information to the radicals.As they get closer to the truth, those who do not want to be discovered will take necessary measures to stop them. Viola and Jack never expected the feelings that would arise between them nor have them rethinking their views on marriage.

Lady Viola Fairfax is a social outcast since she left her betrothed at the alter some years back. She's not bothered by this; she has no desire for love and marriage, she just wants to write. So far, the only way she's been able to do that is by masquerading as a man, Mr. Tavistock, to infiltrate her brother's notorious tavern, The Wicked Duke, so she can gather information for her column in a women's magazine. When she catches wind of a scandal involving an MP, she sees it as her chance to do some real journalism.

When ambitious MP Jack Barrett catches the Duke of Eastleigh's not so well disguised sister sneaking into an exclusive gentleman's club, his protective instincts are roused. Jack is interested to learn more about both Viola herself and the rumor she's investigating so he appoints himself to help her. Viola has sworn off marriage and Jack doesn't yet have time for a wife, but their inquiries lead to the two spending a great deal of time together. Soon a spark begins to develop, which both refuse to acknowledge openly, but soon their inquiries put them both in danger and their feelings become impossible to avoid.

I think this was my favorite of this series so far. I loved Viola. In her we have that rare heroine who is strong and even stubborn, but without being naive or insensible. I loved that Jack was so receptive to Viola's ideas and so open to modifying his own. These two made a great couple with lots of chemistry and a very sweet, and steamy, relationship. I loved this one and I couldn't put it down.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

While I haven't read the whole series by Darcy Burke I immensely enjoyed this novella. The plot was grabbing from the beginning until the very end. The heroine, smart journalist trying to breakthrough the forbidden men's world. Her persona was just a perfect mix of sassines, wit, tribe and passion. Her devotion for collecting information and writing column in Ladies Gazette as Mr. Tavistock was truly refreshing. When a true gentleman comes to her rescue, confess to recognised her and is willing to help her by her research on a political issue, she never has imagined to fall in love. But since their first encounter she could not keep him out of her mind.
The attraction was feelable through the pages of this lovely romance.
I could only recommend it to everyone who loves a quick historical story.

The story moved a little slow in my opinion. While I liked the history the romance was a slow burn. This is not my favorite in this series but Ms. Burke’s writing is impeccable. Both Jack and Viola are very likeable characters. I do like the fact that Jack is not a peer and is really a good guy and that Viola does not shy away from scandal but embraces who she is and what she wants to accomplish.

Thank you Netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This was a decent historical romance with the heroine as a brave reformist who is anxious to become a journalist in a man's world. She dresses up a man in the hopes of discovering important news she could expose. She gets a tip from a fellow at the bar she frequents and she partners up with Jack to find a political traitor in their mist.
I found bits entertaining if not a bit slow in the beginning but it picks up. Jack and Viola are a powerful couple and they make the story compelling.

Another great Darcy Burke! I love her historicals and this one did not disappoint! My only complaint is that I read it too quickly. Can’t wait for the next one. Thank you to netgalley for the ARC!

What happens when an aspiring journalist (who can't publish under her own name, because she is merely a woman) stumbles across the story of a lifetime and has to decide what happens when she has to decide whether or not to trust a handsome politician who has been implicated in that very story? Especially if sparks fly and it is impossible to stay away from him...

I like that this series explores many different areas of life. Books one and two were about dukes and was mainly set among the glittering ballrooms of the ton, and book three and four feature untitled heroes, who work for a living. This book also takes a closer look at politics (especially the aftermath of the attempt on the Prince Regent's life and the rise of "sedition"), as our hero Jack is a lawyer with a seat in the House of Commons. It's also a bit more action-filled as the previous, hero and heroine unite to investigate if a member of the House might have instigated the attack on the Regent.

I liked both our main characters. Viola was a woman with a mission without being overbearing and heedless of the consequences. She knows her own limitations, and is willing to accept whatever help she can get. She is one of those rare truly independent heroines who don't run headfirst into one disaster after another after being told they can't do something, and I liked her for that. Jack was another sweet hero, but I wish his political views could have been explored a bit more. But all in all, I enjoyed this installment in the series.

If you're looking for a sweet, fun set of novellas with lovely characters, I can highly recommend this series!

One Night of Scandal is Viola’s romance. We fell in love with Viola, while her brother, the Duke of Eastleigh, fell in love with Isabella in One Night of Surrender, second in the Wicked Duke’s series. Viola masquerades as a male journalist, Tavistock, in order to gather information for her articles in a women’s magazine, which only hires men!

This book can be read as a stand alone, but I am enjoying reading the series in order. In ‘Surrender,’ Viola dressed Isabella and herself as men so they could visit Eastleigh’s club secretly. Viola is continuing that masquerade even though her love interest, Jack Barrett, has figured her out. He seems to believe he can protect her by helping her in her quest to investigate the London riots and the attempt on the Prince’s life. In the middle of their investigation, Jack finds himself as the accused who is causing the trouble.

Jack is quite the gentleman making sure Viola is protected and keeping her secret from her brother. Although Eastleigh knows she dresses as a man and comes to his club, he does not know she goes to other clubs and places dressed as a man. With the accusation against Jack the mystery deepens and these two fall in love along with the investigation.

Jack is such a gentleman that he did not listen to the gossip about Viola's previous scandal. He did not even know about it, but yet, he still strives to protect her. He seems more worried about her reputation the she.

I am thoroughly enjoying this series. It is interesting, witty, and different as it is written by two amazing writers with the same characters. Plus they are releasing these books quickly.

I have been amused by this series. Viola has been one of my favorite characters throughout. Even though I knew she was getting her own story I was surprised still by it. I liked it that much.

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A Lady is caught sneaking into a private men’s club in disguise by a member of parliament in order to write an article for a woman’s magazine. He finds himself charmed by her as he protects her honour despite she holds information that can destroy his career.

Wanting to prove her journalist credentials, she finds herself thrown into his company. Both soon will be enamored with each other company as they may be forced to wed to save her reputation. Will it be for love or a forced marriage?

Nothing quite a headstrong female taming a wicked duke.