Kerrigan Byrne has a unique touch for creating real, strong women that don't fit the historical romance stereotype and pairing them with men that realize they can be strong but equal with a woman at the same time. Cecilia is a tall, spectacled, full-figured woman who has spent most of her life being belittled for her appearance and her intelligence. Having her two friends at boarding school and her butler (who is more father to her than anything else) taught her she could be valued, but still feels something is missing. When her madam mother dies and bequeaths her a gaming hell it puts her right in the path of Ramsay, who through his own suffering has decided to hold everyone above vice and sin. But what is sin, and who is doing it? Because Cecilia's mother had some very dangerous people on the ropes and now they're after Cecilia - which makes Ramsay rethink what and who is right and wrong, and that opening yourself up to love could make you a stronger, happier person than meting out justice. I love Byrne's unconventional characters and the strong emotions in her stories.

Kerrigan Byrne never disappoints! This book was a quick and enjoyable read. Ramsay and Cecelia romance was just what got me out of my reading slump. Although, I did tend to skim over the long inner monologue most of which seemed to be repetitive.

I do wonder what name Cecilia calls him by. Ramsay? And I do wish Cecilia would've revealed her past to him rather than Jean-Yves.

*ARC sent via netgalley

All Scott and bothered or all hot and bothered. Ramsey and Cecelia leap from the page with their magnetism. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. They both had their problems and how they worked through each of them to come to a place of togetherness was wonderfully writ. They just clicked and it totally worked.

I have to admit that I think I am incapable of writing a bad review of a book by Kerrigan Byrne, but I think that is because I think she is incapable of writing one. Her prose, character development, and plots are all brilliant. In fact, I actually read a few lines of this one to my husband – and not the steamy sex scenes (of which there were surprisingly few).

In the first few chapters of the book, I had a hard time liking Lord Chief Justice of the High Court Cassius Ramsay. I remembered very little about him from the previous book in the series. In the first few chapters, he was little more than a man who really needed to relax (although several cruder phrases might be more appropriate). I was also uncertain about Cecelia – was she as innocent as she seemed – the question that plagued Ramsay as well. I even wondered if this was the first book that Kerrigan Byrne wouldn’t be able to pull off, but I trusted her and continued reading.

I don’t remember at what point in the story everything fell together, but, as it did with the previous book in the series, well before the halfway point, I was in awe of how perfect everything was. As the two worked together to unravel the plot surrounding the casino Cecelia had inherited from her aunt and the secret code of information that came along with it, it became clear that, together, Ramsay and Cecelia made a stronger whole that they lacked as individuals. Their responses to each other and their circumstances fit the situation and were both logical and consistent with the characters’ history and personality.

This book is definitely better if read after the first in the series, How to Love a Duke in Ten Days. However, if this is your opportunity to start reading the series or a book by Kerrigan Byrne, jump in here without delay.

I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Was so happy to be back with the Red Rogues! There is nothing I love more than smart heroines!! Cecilia was a great character and I really enjoyed this book. There are so many memorable secondary characters, if you can even call them that. The loyalty and devotion these characters have for each other is perfection. I can’t forget about Cassius! I enjoyed watching his character transform into the man Cecilia needed. I can’t wait to see what happens next.

This story is an original of sorts. We have more mature characters and unconventional backgrounds. The hero is straitlaced and is a man on a mission. The heroine has her traumatic childhood experience but was able to become a better person because of it. And despite her modern outlook to learning she is virginal and not too stubborn and outspoken. The story has unexpected twists and turns. And I only wish there was an epilogue.

Such an interesting read !
This was my first time reading a book by Kerrigan Byrne and I really enjoyed her writing style. The characters were easy to follow and they had some great interactions. The storyline was... something to get the imagination going. I thought that this was a good book.
I give it 4 out of 5 stars for the fun characters, interesting plot, and the chemistry :)
*I volunteered to read this book in return for my honest feedback. The thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.

A 4.5 to 5 stars for this historical romance which I enjoyed me very much owing to the suspenseful plot. A story of a rugged scot who had a plagued childhood but thanks to his stubbornness he becomes one of the most influential men of London. Similar fate has been given to our female heroine. From a tormented childhood with a cruel father to an education at an esteemed college thanks to her distant relative, our heroine becomes a very cultured lady. With the murder of her benefactor, Cecelia inherits an ambiguous establishment with all its schemes. From this inheritance both characters, who are insanely attracted to one another, will live a dangerous situation that will lead to the discovery of an aristocracy corrupted and threatening. An adventure and a romance that will give the reader a thrilling read full of twists and bold moments. I don’t want to hide the fact that some scenes are very steamy but they are perfectly molded into the story.

I enjoyed this book it was different it dealt with some very difficult issues. The hero and heroine were also different not the usual . This story was about (and I know this sounds daft ) normal run of the mill characters still upper class but not gorgeous which is unusual but I urge you to read it for yourself I couldn’t put it down. Good reading,

A straight lace go by the book Lord Chief Justice meets an unconventional slightly overweight woman who love chocolate their meeting begins with a rocking start.
A good historical second story about one of the the Red Rogues.
Good story a little mystery suspense,misunderstandings and romance.
Enjoyed
Voluntarily reviewed

This second book “All Scot and Bothered” of in Kerrigan Byrne’s series named “Devil You Know” was one I could not wait to read and did not want to put down once I started.
Cecelia Teague was raised knowing pain, suffering and loneliness until she was rescued and sent to school where she found a family more loving and loyal than real blood could be. Her two friends and she formed the Red Rogues club. Together these extraordinary women have always had each others backs.
Unexpected fortune has all of a sudden made Cecelia the owner of a gaming club, a school for ladies, and custodian of a small girl child. Unfortunately it has also made her the automatic enemy of a most powerful man, the Vicar of Vice, the Lord Chief Justice.
Cassius Gerard Ramsey, the Vicar of Vice, is a self made man who has held himself to the highest of standards to the point he has shunned many of life’s pleasures for years. He has made himself the protector of his city and one who will bring the new gaming club owner to justice for crimes he feels Cecelia’s benefactor and by association her as the gaming club owner have committed. Unknown to him, Cecelia who he met through his half brother at a party are one and the same person.
As secrets and truths are exposed Cecelia using her mathematical inclinations needs to figure out a coded book before the villains can harm all she has come to hold dear and Ramsey has to unbend his harden beliefs to become a true protector that needs Cecelia.
This HEA story has a couples of surprises, was heartbreaking at some points, and the author presents a good point that kindness and honest communication can be a way to change an unreasonable point of view.

I don't know what happened, they had a lot of chemistry and their interactions were amazing, grumpy/sunshine couples are my favourites and the hero was so stoic whereas the heroine was more talkative. BUT that trope when one of them pretends to be another person and the other doesn't realize is not a favourite trope of mine and it put me out of the story. I kept thinking if he was so intelligent as everybody said why it's so easy for her to pretend to be another woman and he doesn't realize?.

But that's just me if you like and you don't mind about that trope you would probably love this one.

I really wanted to love this book because I've enjoyed several books by Kerrigan in the past but it wasn't what I was expecting.

I have been wait for this book since reading book one. I will say it did not disappoint. This story is about Cassius Gerard Ramsay who is the lord Chief Justice of the high court and he is investigating the going ons in a certain gaming hell in which is operated by a women. Cecelia Teague was an orphan and out of the blue she inherited a gambling establishment. I really like Cecelia and Gerard together in this book. The plot was great.

3.5 Stars!! This is the 2nd book in the ‘Devil You Know’ series but it can be read as a standalone book. I never read book 1 but only had a few parts that I would have known about if I had read book 1. I’d say this book is an enemies to lovers, mystery, romance with a happily ever after ending! Ramsay & Cecilia have such sad childhood story’s! I didn’t feel the love between the 2 main characters though. I felt it was more of a lust relationship than love. There were a few surprises that I didn’t see coming in this book but I loved it! I’d like to know a bit more about the other characters and what’s going to happen to the ‘bad guys’! All in all, not a bad read!
*I received this book at no charge from the publisher and I voluntarily left a review.*

This is the first book I've read by Kerrigan Byrne. I found myself unable to put it down. I enjoyed reading how the main characters were able to reconcile their differences and prejudices.

Lady Cecelia’s story is book two in the Red Rogue series about a trio of red-headed school friends. After growing up suffering under the extremely strict ways of her overly “pious” Vicar of a father, paying for her nonexistent sins , Cecelia know a lot about being lonely. Fast forward several years and she meets Lord Chief Justice Cassius Ramsey, who is also lonely in his self inflicted isolation from life. Ramsey’s Scottish nature adores the curves and delectable nature of Cecelia but his own hard background has forced a tough and strict regimen to his views of life. Their spark of attraction simmers at first but then goes up in flames. Lady Cecelia has inherited a unique business enterprise from her dead aunt and benefactor, an enterprise that enrages Ramsey. When they meet again incognito you see the strong personality of both leads. After lots of drama Ramsey uncovers the truth about Cecelia, or what he perceives the truth to be and the cutting bite of his words are almost enough to break Cecelia, however she goes on the only way she can. But what happens when the hero she always dreams about develops into a real life hero in Ramsey? This book, like others by this author is a historical romance with a twist containing lots of heat, rough language, intrigue and excitement. The chemistry and turmoil between Cecelia and Ramsey is a constant back and forth with lots of challenges making them seem quite real. You also see lots of familiar faces and some cute new additions. While you don’t have to read book one in the series you will get a better understanding if you have. 5 stars must read. I received an arc copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher for my honest review.

There is something about the stories that Kerrigan Byrne shares with you that grabs your attention and pulls at your emotions. Her stories do not shy away from describing the dark corners that our hero and heroine have suffered, making you remember each emotion and struggle months after you have finished her book. So is the story of Ms. Cecilia Teague.

As a child she suffered so much at the hand of her father, which we find out that it truly wasn’t. But just to read about what she went through at his hand is heart wrenching, and yet years after her rescue we find a lady that is all honesty and sweetness. Faithfully devoted to her friends.

Cassius Gerard Ramsay, Lord Chief of Justice of the High Court, also has a sad past. We learn of his abandonment and how it has shaped him. The betrayal of a women that he hoped to marry only to find out was only there to investigate information to use against him. This adding to his bitterness. I enjoyed how little by little Cecilia was able to soothe his battered soul. Even when he tried to hate her and bring her down for being the heir to his enemy, Cecilias aunt.

I loved that Cecilia was a different kind of heroine, not your typical trim figure but a full figured heroine , beautiful inside and out. Intelligent and giving. That our hero very much worshipped her, even while he fought the attraction. The conflict that he struggled with, and ultimately loses out on. Yet asking her to surrender her freedom and independence- not truly understanding why she can never be able to do that.

Their story is lovely and will certainly remain with you after you turn the last page.

Safety issues attached at end.

This is book 2 of the Devil You Know series. I think this one is okay to read as a standalone (although the first book is amazing too, so I encourage you to try that as well!) It has a few brief appearances from hero and heroine from book 1, and there is a small spoiler for book 1 if you read this one first (but this spoiler is something that is read in the beginning of book 1, so it wouldn't ruin the whole book or anything).

Ramsey. Vicar of Vice. Lord Chief Justice of the High Court. Our hero focuses on ignoring his feelings of cold emptiness and instead his life is consumed with bringing criminals to justice. Large, imposing, ruthless, powerful...he has brought himself up from nothing to spite his peers and betters that said he would never amount to anything. And now he's focused on a case that has brought him to confront the Scarlet Lady.

Cecelia is a character I was so excited to read about since I met her in book 1. A REAL full figured heroine. Not slightly chubby. Not skinny but thinks she's fat. She loves her wine. She loves her chocolates. She's unapologetic about her size, moving through the world with a subtle confidence, hiding any feelings of insecurity with a happy smile. And more truffles, of course.

Cecelia is removed from the hell she was living by someone who knew her mother. She went to boarding school and university afterwards. Her love was for mathematics. She also loves her Red Rogues, her two very best friends Alexandria (book 1) and Francesca (book 3 I would assume). When her secret supporter dies, she finds herself whisked into a new world when she inherits a gambling den. She is quickly pursued by the Lord Chief Justice, who is accusing her of crimes that turn Cecelia's stomach. She hides her identity to protect herself from Ramsey.

If you've read Kerrigan Byrne, you have an idea of what you are getting. It's not a comforting pot of tea. It's an explosion of brandy. It's raw pain. Hot sex. It's inappropriate language and violence without remorse. And I LOVE it. I love that she doesn't shy away from breaking your heart and putting it back together. I love that her heroes are an animal of ruthless violence under their skin. Towards anyone that jeopardizes their lover's safety. She makes other heroes look weak. I adore her heroes.

I think I liked this story line a lot more than book 1. I was so caught up in the danger of the story, which usually isn't my thing at all. But I was on the edge of my seat wondering what would happen, I was utterly enthralled by the danger. I love the gore and violence. I must be blood thirsty, but I just can't stand it when there's a horrible villain and the heroine puts her hand on the hero's chest and says something like, “No, this isn't you. He doesn't deserve it.” Ummm, YES HE DOES!

I delighted in the beginning scene where Ramsey and Cecelia talk for the first time. Cecelia's love for truffles is adorable and was made so sexy. I loved being in Ramsey's mind in that moment. Creating this tension, this longing. Also, amazing first intimate scene. It can be so rare in HR to have scenes like this, very pleased by that.

My only complaints were I felt like I didn't get as much time in Ramsey's head that I wanted. Especially during the intimate scenes. I love when they are from the man's perspective and I thought Ramsey's would be explosive with the choices he made over the past 7 years.

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. Violence, death of adults (on page), death of child (off page/discussed after the fact), murder, child-bearing death, child abuse, fire/explosion

This is the second book in this Romance series by Kerrigan Byrne. Cecelia Teague is a member of the Red Rogues, a sisterhood of three ladies from boarding school. Her hero Cassius Ramsay, Judge of the High Court, is investigating gamming halls in London.
I was lucky to read the first one and this one dove tailed nicely with the first one. The writing was particularly good and the story cute.
I liked that Cecelia was not stick thin and Cassius thought she was attractive and wonderful. I enjoyed seeing the first couple too.
I recommend this book and looking forward to the next story about the third Red Rogue.

This is a great second book in the series. The story was fresh and original, while the characters were very interesting. I liked that the heroine was plus sized and our hero thought she was attractive and sexy. He is a complex man and I enjoyed reading about him. I highly recommend this book.