What a delightful book!! I really enjoyed the main male character to be different from the usual hero. I have always enjoyed this author's books!!

Lady Avalon was secretly relieved when her cruel husband died nine years ago, not long after the birth of their son. Since then, she’s spent her time and funds helping women in need. When the new vicar in town turns out to be Devan Ferris, brother of her son’s guardian and notorious rake, she wants nothing to do with him. But when Devan’s kindness and generosity don’t match his reputation, Avalon isn’t sure what to think. Plus he’s inconveniently handsome. And he seems to like her, with his gentle teasing and smoldering looks. Too bad she’s vowed never to marry again.

This was a mostly charming entry in MacGregor’s series. I found the main characters’ chemistry quite swoony, and they had a genuine rapport that made me want to be friends with both of them. Avalon’s son is a delight, too. Some of the secondary characters were a bit irritating, but eventually we find out why. A fun read!

There are many extremes in this book. The first is the extremely cruel first husband of Avalon. The second extreme is Avalon befriending her husband’s mistress whom he treated like a queen. The third was the supposedly rakish vicar. I was okay with the book, but I was uncomfortable with the final chapters where Devan keeps claiming that he misportrayed himself and he is and never will be worthy of Avalon. I received an ARC from NetGalley for my honest review.

A great read. Devoured over the course of 2 days, this book had both a positive heroine, and a solid ending. Although there seemed to be a few places where the book might have ended, I am glad it did not!

This is by far the most romantic book in the Cavensham series. The deep love and affection that develops between Avalon and Devan was a joy to read. The words and phrases they use to express their feelings are exquisitely beautiful.

Years ago Avalon Warwyk abruptly jilted William Cavensham. Devan Farris, close friend of William’s, has been assigned as the vicar in Avalon’s village and to keep tabs on her since his brother is Avalon’s son’s guardian. The guardian thinks her recent spending is questionable and wants Devan to investigate.

Avalon and Devan were mentioned in the previous book, Rogue Most Wanted. I didn’t take much notice of them, then Janna MacGregor makes them main characters and through her writing creates these multidimensional characters I begin to care about. She did the same thing with Paul, Duke of Southart, in The Good, the Bad, and the Duke. Took someone I didn’t like and made him very likable.

Lush, romantic stories with intelligent heroines and dashing heroes -- just what you expect from Janna MacGregor.

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC

As aside. I had the pleasure of meeting Janna MacGregor at RWA NYC 2019 this past July. At a St. Martin’s Press event, she was so kind and generous with her time. As always, I look forward to her next book.

Wild,Wild Rake is book 6 in the Cavensham Heiresses series by Janna MacGregor. I have to say I adored the characters in this book. Vicar Devan Farris is a wonderfully delicious hero. It is rare to find a romance that portrays a man of integrity and honor. Devan is all that and more. But his romance has anything but an easy start. In fact, this is more of an enemies to lovers trope. I struggled at first with Devan’s teasing manner towards the heroine- Avalon Warwyk. But as the story progressed, I began to see his caring nature. Devan has portrayed himself as a selfish rake. But he has a secret that proves him otherwise. Will Avalon believe him when she discovers the truth or will she forever see him as a lying rake? Bravo Ms MacGregor! I thought this story had an emotional depth that pulled me into its waves and threatened to drown me in its’ steamy scenes. I was given a copy of the book.

I loved the depth of Avalon, to others she just seemed cold, but it was her way of protecting herself. She cares so deeply and wants the best for those around her. Devon’s loyal and cares deeply for the people in his parish and his family. The chemistry between them was immediate. I loved the care given to their relationship, and how Devon was so understanding about Avalon’s first marriage and the till it had taken on her. I really enjoyed this book.

Ms. MacGregor continues to write stories that make the reader want to turn the next page and stay up late until the entire book is finished. There were times that Avalon totally annoyed me with her trust issued, but I was rooting for her and Devan all the way.

Thanks to netgalley for providing me a copy of this book to read and review.
I have read all the books in this series n i think with each book the author gets better and better. While waiting for the next book I often get dissapointed because the book doesn't live up to its expectation. I m happy to say Wild, wild rake met my expectations beautifully. Jaana 's stories make us believe that nice men like Devan, William exist and people do have wonderful love stories. For a chance our hero is a virgin here and heroine a widow. Their relationship evolves beautifully. I just have one complain, they take too much time to their first kiss. Their love scenes are great but few.Devan n Avalon are beautiful together as William and Thea. The book was absolutely worth my time.

Wild, Wild Rake is a phenomenal historical romance by Janna MacGregor. Ms. MacGregor has provided readers with a well-written book and filled it with a spectacular cast of characters. The Marquess of Warwyk was forced into marriage and hated his wife, not for anything she did, but it didn't stop him from beating her down with lies to anyone that would listen. Avalon is sent to live in a village with her son and has raised him without a father. She's not heartbroken when she becomes a widow. Devan was there to witness one of Avalon's worst moments and had coined the name Lady Warlock for her. Devan and Avalon's story is packed with drama, humor, angst, sizzle, action and suspense. I loved this 6 star book from cover to cover and look forward to my next book by Janna MacGregor. Wild, Wild Rake is book 6 of The Cavensham Heiresses but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.

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

received an advanced reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review

A slow burn at first but built up to be pretty, uh, spicy 4.5 rounded uP

While I typically like historical romances, this one was not for me. I prefer more banter and jokes than what happened here. While I really felt for the heroine, I had a hard time connecting with her - there seemed to be no lighter side of the coin.

Thank you netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I was not taken with this novel. The language was difficult to follow and the characters bland. Lady Avalon is outcastes by her husband and finds freedom in exchange. She dedicates her life to helping fallen women become financially independent. While that is admirable I found her character to be too unyielding and unforgiven. The hero is initially a perpetrator but turns benevolent when he learns of her true experience. While he comes to love her I was never fully convinced of his true devotion.