This was a well-written, entertaining historical romance. Clever and steamy, it held my interest and I didn't want to put it down. I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more books by this author.

Infamous
Book 3 in the Rebels of the Ton series
Rating: 3 stars
Thank you to the publisher for the ARC given through NetGalley for review. All opinions are my own.

Infamous is the third book in the series where the mean girl from the second book gets a chance to redeem herself.
Celia is not your perfect cookie cutter female lead. Yes, she is beyond beautiful and was very popular, but when she was young she made many unkind comments towards the wallflowers of society. It is not until a prank gone wrong that things change for her. Ten years after that event that made her a social pariah she is presented with the opportunity to correct her wrongs.
I felt that this was not a very happy story. Celia is still suffering the consequences of her actions and is learning to apologize to those she hurt. Celia then finds herself with the family who she hurt with her actions, but also she finds herself developing feelings for Richard. Richard, who at one time she hurt his feelings when he was an awkward teenager, let bygones be bygones. He feels attracted to her now and in some way becomes her friend.
The romance between them was okay. They shared very sweet moments, but I think it is Lucien, Richard's brother, and Phil's romance that made this story a little better for me.
They were the ones affected by the prank committed by Celia ten years prior. They were forced to marry and had a good marriage at the beginning. Sadly it was their lack of communication that drove them apart, but with Celia's return they got their second chance at romance. (Lucien did something that I didn't agree with but Phil forgave him for it because she admits that it was her fault he did it. Honestly it was a big NO for me, but oh well.)

I received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books for making that happen.

I was not a huge fan of the first two books in the series, but they hit a historical fiction hole in my heart. I enjoyed this one a great deal more, if only because the characters are more likeable. Both Celia and Richard were interesting to read about and I enjoyed following their arc, moreso than I had with the previous two books.

Serviceable and fun.

Infamous is another great addition to Rebels of the Ton series! I am obsessed with Regency England right now as everyone is after Bridgerton! I thought Spencer did a really good job making the characters so realistic to the time and the relationships so complex!

This book ended up being different than what I expected. I really didn't predict the substantive B-plot with Luce and Phil, which was a delightful surprise. While there was fun banter and some general fun shenanigans, this story has a substantial amount of darkness to it. Celia's background has some really challenging content, with the book raising issues about consent and power dynamics. This is pitched as a holiday story, and while technically correct, I'm not sure I would classify it as such. The wedding the house party centers on feels like a much more important part of the plot. Overall, I really liked the protagonists and, after a little bit of a rocky beginning, found myself rooting for them all.

I received an egalley in exchange for an honest review.

Celia was reigning queen of the London season. She popular and diamond in the first water.

Celia was determine to find a wealthy, handsome man and live happily ever after. Until she made the mistake of falling for evil plot to destroy a wallflower and geek. The plot went terribly wrong and Celia because a piranha in the press dubbed Infamous.


Once the reigning beauty of her social set, Celia--whom the newspapers dubbed Lady Infamous--has fallen on hard times and is practically destitute, her reputation in shreds. When Celia is forced to attend a society wedding as a companion to an elderly guest, she must confront the clique she once commanded; the gentleman she'd once hoped to marry--who is now wed to a girl Celia relentlessly taunted; and the powerful man who ruined her life a decade before--and is threatening to do so again...

Years later Celia was invited to the wedding of sister of the man she destroyed 10 years earlier and face the humiliation of past.


Then there is Richard, the studious boy Celia used to ridicule, who is now gorgeous, wealthy, and more-than-a-little famous. As a youth, Richard was infatuated with Celia. He still seems intrigued, but Celia has acquired a shocking secret along with her hard-won humility. Will it put an end to the love blossoming between them? Does she have the courage to find out.

TW: sexual assault, rape

I've learned that when I pick up a Minerva Spencer book, I'm guaranteed three things: steamy romance, complex characters, and a dark narrative. Spencer doesn't shy away from unsettling topics, which makes her books different than the typical historical romance, hence the TWs.

Celia is a former mean girl who pulled a prank at a ball ten years ago, ruining the lives of several people and resulting in the nickname Lady Infamous. In the present we follow Celia, twin brothers Lucien and Richard, and Phil, Lucien's wife, as they all gather for a Christmas wedding. As the wedding day draws near, shocking truths from that long-ago night emerge, as well as secrets kept in the ten years since then.

Overall, I feel like the writing was well done and that Spencer told a compelling story. Even when the characters had traits or did things that were unlikable, I was rooting for all of them to get their HEA. There are also some Easter Eggs for those who have read the previous book in the serious, Outrageous.

If you're looking for a page turner, second chance romance, or just a book with some interesting characters, I would highly recommend.

Many thanks to Kensington Books and NetGalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This is a story within the story. I was surprised. It was implied on the synopsis that it will Celia and Richard story only but you end up having two loves stories with all four characters having their points of views related by the author.
Nevertheless it was still an enjoyable read full of angsts.

ARC provided by the publisher via Netgalley. This is my honest opinion.

I received an advanced reader’s copy of Infamous by Minerva Spencer.

This is one of my favorite books by Minerva Spencer. There was angst and drama that kept me up reading late into the night. I loved how Celia, the once mean girl, was redeemed. Richard was the perfect hero for Celia. The secondary romance was also great. I loved how the various story lines came together and the story was resolved at the end.

Classic Minerva Spencer! I felt there was a bit of a misstep with the previous book, Outrageous, but Infamous more than makes up for it. I hurt deeply for three of the four main character - Richard seems just fine ;) - and at times I felt like I was riding an emotional roller coaster. And yet this made the characters all the more relatable! Bottom line: this book is so good, I read it in one evening.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

3.5 STARS
⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

I liked this one! A very fun story, and such fun characters.

I liked this one significantly better than the previous book. This one was much more in line with my thoughts on the first book. A very fun and creative regency romance.

I think fans of Bridgerton will enjoy this as well!

This might be the best book this author has written!
I've read Minerva Spencer/S.M. LaViolette before and I think she's an excellent author. She has definitely outdone herself this time.
Witty dialog abounds making this a very enjoyable read. Furthermore, this story is actually two romances in one. The story centers around twin brothers who both find their way to a HEA. There are also lots of interesting secondary characters. Hugh, the stepfather is actually featured in the earlier book "Barbarous." He plays a fairly large role in this book and I'm looking forward to reading his story.
This book also features an evil villain, salty old ladies and a bunch of amusing pets.
The main female character is a former bad girl who has needed to reform due to reduced financial circumstances and a scandal which has made her a social outcast.
I recommend this book 100% and I plan on reading many others from this author in the future.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me a free copy for this review.
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Studious Richard Redvers was infatuated with Miss Celia Trent, and his twin brother Lucian planned to marry her. But a gambling father and a prank-gone-wrong have left mean girl Celia destitute. A decade later, she's forced to face her past when she has to attend Richard's and Lucian's sister's wedding as a companion to an elderly guest.

This is the third book in the Rebels of the Ton series. Besides a brief appearance from book two's couple, this book stands completely alone.

I had mixed feelings about this book because it wasn't just about Celia and Richard - which the blurb implies - but a large overarching story about how Celia was manipulated and her actions had unexpected consequences. There are dual love stories and secrets to be uncovered. Because so many elements are packed in, I felt like Celia and Richard's romance didn't get to develop as much as I wanted. I did, however, like the fallout at the end. 3.5 stars, rounded to 4.

Tropes: Class Difference, Ugly Duckling, Twins, Working Heroine

* I received an ARC and this is my honest review. #Infamous #NetGalley

This book contains two different love stories but the main one is between Celia and Richard.
A bad girl who is reformed and a studious boy who turned into a gorgeous man. This story is amazing.
Minerva Spencer has written another amazing book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. This in no way affects my opinion of this book which I read and reviewed voluntarily.

Delightful period piece for fans of the Bridgerton series looking for new characters to love to hate! Celia Trent is portrayed as a mean girl, but as the story develops the character portrayal gradually reveals a complex and imperfect heroine, becoming known as Lady Infamous after an accidental social scandal. Great collection of characters, witty and engaging writing, and a fast moving plot keep this story going. Would recommend!

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me to review this book.

As a fan of the show Bridgerton, there was no way I could skip this enticing historical novel. It perfectly encompasses the social norms and the atmosphere of the Ton, and makes the reader feel as though they were literally a part of that society. A gorgeous historical read!

Minerva Spencer’s books are always delightfully entertaining. Infamous, the third book in the series, Rebels of the Ton had me chuckling. From the mother who hid in the library, the two parrots who screeched at each other, and the humor that showed up in other ways all led to the book being witty and humorous.

Celia who was named Lady Infamous was a scared young 17 year old when she came out. She was cruel to those who couldn’t fight back or didn’t know how. Then after her last cruel act, she became an outcast, used by her blackmailer and cast off to be a lady’s companion. Celia has found after all these years acceptance of her part in the past. Only to be forced to go to a house party with her employer and to run into all the people who prodded or helped her cruelty and now who seem to find her fallen from grace another way to be cruel.

Richard is the brother of the bride - the point of the house party. He always had a thing for Celia but was sure she never even saw her. Now she is a lady’s companion, paid help and therefore off limits. He can’t let it go though and is trying to convince her to take part in the festivities. He believes that Celia is not safe and wants to help her.

To top it off, Celia’s blackmailer is still trying to force her behavior, making her avoid Richard and all the other guests. After all he is the groom and doesn’t want anyone to know what a horrid person he is. Infamous by Minerva Spencer (Rebels of the Ton #3) is a great read.

Infamous (Rebels of the Ton, #3) by Minerva Spencer
This is the third book in this series and it can be read as a stand alone - but I suggest you read them all. This is Celia and Richard's story - but another couple may find their happiness too. The newspapers called her Lady Infamous and she has fallen on hard times. He is the younger of twin brothers and was always socially awkward. There is scheming, lying, bullying, angst, secrets, redemption, laughter, tears, love and plenty of steam to get us to a very HEA.
Reasons I enjoyed this book:
Unpredictable Funny Witty Easy-to-read Wonderful characters Romantic Great world building Tear-jerker Happily Ever After Entertaining Action-packed Page-turner Steamy

I have to admit since I have finished I have been in an romance heaven, thinking about the plot and all its lovely characters. Although there was indeed one character I despised from the start but let's be honest, would be the book the same considering there wouldn't have been a villain in it? I guess not.
This book was down to earth, well written and entertaining from the very beginning.
In fact there have been 2 entwined love stories ending with HEA which made this read so unique and unusual.

To sum it up... I was intrigued since I have spotted the title and read the blurb. The author delivered far more than a wonderful tale. It was like the reader was in the middle of the turmoil, a still bystander waiting for what will happen, cheering up the charackters and feel for them. So it was one outstanding book.

This book was quite a ride and has you wondering what is going to happen next and how it will all end. There was so much to surprise you as you turned each page even though at times I felt the story was dragged out a little. A very different take on the usual debutante HEA story. I loved the characters as they were so different and of course very well written. This story is really about two love stories in one. There were a few sex scenes that this review skipped as usual. I received this as an ARC and freely give my review