I have really loved this Lyons series , and Mrs. Dove Lyons competitions. Angel and Laurel are such a likable couple. They met years earlier when he saved her life and he has loved her from a far ever since. She has never forgotten him either, and his kindest towards her. But now he is a wounded soldier, unable to walk without crutches, and he doesn’t feel worthy of her. When Laurel decides to have Mrs. Dove Lyons host a competition for her future husband, Angel decides he must compete for her hand or regret it forever. A delightful read!

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I think Jude Knight has quickly become a must read for me; I found I have enjoyed so many of her books that I have recently read. This is part of the large, multi-author series around the Lyon's Den and mysterious owner, the widow Mrs Dove-Lyon, who also sets up a discreet and very unusual matchmaking service for women in need.

Lady Laureline Barker has finally broken off her long-time betrothal with her fairweather fiance, after he has put off their wedding too many times, and she has caught him out for the rogue that he is. After waiting and being taken for granted for so long, she is sick and tired of waiting, and when she finds out that he has no intention of being faithful, but will use her bountiful dowry to finance his mistress and other personal pleasures, Laureline decided she will have none of that. Unfortunately when she does this, she finds out from her brother that the rules of her inheritance are that she must be wed by her 25th birthday or her funds will go to their father's old college.

Regardless of this new impediment, Laureline is not willing to return to her former betrothed, but instead decides to seek out the help of the Lyon's Den to help seek a better option for her husband.

Working as a musician at the Den is one Angel Warrington, an injured ex-soldier of British and Italian lineage. He meets up with his past when he sees Laureline arrive at the Den. Years prior, they had met when she was very young and they were travelling. After an accident, Laureline and others were saved by a Angel, a brave young man and strong swimmer, when the the ship they were on broke down and many were at risk of drowning. They crossed paths a few times during their travels and Angel had developed a bit of a tendre for the young Laureline. But, because of their differing social and cultural backgrounds, including being renounced by his father's British family, he tamped down his yearnings and tried to forgot about her.

Over the years, he had joined the British military and made a name for himself and moved ahead in the rankings. Unfortunately his military career ended when he was severely injured after being pinned under a collapsing bridge, causing him to have maimed feet, a great deal of pain, and eventually learn to move with walking sticks. Over time, he ended up back in London, choosing to work as a musician at the Den. When he finds out what Laureline is there for, he is conflicted considering their differences and his current circumstances, but ends up throwing his name into the lot of gentlemen chosen by Dove-Lyons to compete for marriage to Laureline.

Laureline is not immune to Angel, and remembers the brave, and talented young man who saved her and so many others so many years ago and as he competes for a chance at her hand, she learns to appreciate his honor and honesty as well.

A sweet second chance at love, and differing social class romance. It is a short read and a sweet one, where Laureline and Angel first connect years before, and always deep in their hearts carried memories of each other with fondness, that had a chance to rekindle and develop into something more when they meet again. It also is a story of snobbery and prejudice, and despite being born into a noble background, some people truly are not noble nor gentlemen.

Enjoyable story, and it seemed to lay some interesting groundwork for other future stories with some secondary characters like Laureline's rather taciturn and mysterious brother.

3.75 stars out of 5

I have loved reading each and every Lyon's Den story, but Angelico's character just called to me. His character had such strength and softness, quite a combination.
Laureline and Angelico both remember each other from years ago! While Bessie Dove-Lyon's special games for wedding matches are not rigged, this time the last game played to Angelico's strength. Way to go Bessie!
What a treat to finally learn more about Titan. Maybe one of these days we will get Titan's complete story.

A Match with an Angel

Angelico saved her life long ago. Now, he is competing for her hand at the Lyon’s Den. He does not think he is worthy of her. She is an earl’s sister, and he is a broken man, working for a living. Laurel cares about none of these things, but will she get the man who saved her and stole her heart so long ago? He must win the competition at the Lyon’s Den. Will a contest be what determines Laurel's fate, or will she take charge and get the man she loves? This is a delightful historical romance you can finish in one sitting. I enjoy it and would recommend it.

5 stars

Quite a clean read....I like a bit more passion but it was a good story.
Angelico had saved our heroine from downing. In the military he was referred to as The MerKing as he was very brave, honorable but had sacrificed his own health to save others. He was working incognito at Mrs Dove-Lyons establishment and sees that the heroine has asked for a match. Laurel has decided to stop relying on the men in her life and sort out a marriage of her own. Her mother was the main impediment.

I would recommend. Interesting to see the author hints at Titan's story to come as well as Laurel's brother.

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Angel rescued Laurel from a sinking ship almost a decade ago. He went on to fight in the war against Napoleon where he was injured and then tortured by the French. He lives with the resulting pain. He now works for Mrs. Dove-Lyon as a musician. Laurel’s “betrothed” has balked at the wedding date five years running. She has had enough, breaks the betrothal herself, and goes to Mrs. Dove-Lyon to find a husband. She and Angel recognize each other. Angel decides to enter the contest for Laurel’s hand. This is a sweet romance. There is quite a bit going on in this interesting and entertaining story. Great read.
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Another wonderfully written story to add to the Lyon Den collection! Jude Knight has a writing style that I really enjoy, she's filled the story with a great cast of characters, a sweet romance, a story that is well-written, an enjoyable plot with enough action and suspense to keep me turning the pages that bring this read together perfectly.

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I have loved Jude Knight's series based on classic fairy tales and this is no exception! It's basically a retelling of Little Mermaid (with Angel being the Ariel character). It also fits in nicely with the Lyon's Den series as a whole and kind of brings that series back to its original concept of wagers and contests - which I really appreciated. I loved Angel and Laurel upon meeting both of them and that there was a little backstory for them. Laurel standing up to her brother and her fickle fiancé established her right away as someone willing fight for herself and not do something just because society expects it of her. The part with Laurel getting thrown into the river was a little over-the-top but actually fit in with the rest of the story - and I really wanted to know what happened to Hastings as a consequence for his actions. Laurel's brother was an interesting character and not quite what was expected after his initial introduction into the story (I am very much looking forward to the next book about him). It was also nice to see some characters from Jude Knight's previous novels (I always like to know what happened to couples after their own story ended). My only complaint with the book was that the author kept calling the Lyon's Den owner Mrs. Lyons (it's Lyon), you would think an editor would have caught that. Other than that, this was a pretty perfect story.

I loved everything about this book, I literally wasn’t able to put it down until I was done reading it, every page left me wanting to read more and I loved the characters and I definitely can’t wait to move on to the next story in the series. I promise you will fall in love with the characters.

A very enjoyable and well written story, “Hook, Lyon and Sinker”, by Jude Knight, features a compelling wounded hero, who dares to admit and show the longing for the heroine.
I liked how Angel’s desire and yearning for Laurel was depicted and how the attraction in the past was rekindled in the present.
The description of the hero’s injuries and the torture he was inflicted is matter-of-fact and dispassionate, almost neutral in its tone.
The strategy enhances its devastating effects and Angel’s bravery.
Angel is bitter about his condition but doesn’t really wallow on it and tries to make the best with what he has.
Laureline is strong-minded, smart and determined, and I appreciated how these traits blend with her compassion and tender heart.
I also enjoyed the siblings (Laurel/Benjamim) tentative relationship and how the affection gradually grows.
I liked the author’s restrained writing style, more showing and suggesting than telling. I would have liked more development of certain features although I understand that the story is short.

I did enjoy this engaging read very much. I loved the characters of Laurel and Angel. I enjoyed Laurel becoming more confident and standing up for what she wanted. Also, her growing relationship with her brother, as they got to know each other better. Angel had suffered in the past and was still suffering as a result of his injuries. He was a brave and independent man. Laurel and Angel has met many years ago but had not forgotten each other. There are a few surprises in this story, a few horrid people who need a comeuppance and although this story does have a happy ending, it seems as though more will be written about them. I look forward to reading it.

Years ago Angel saved Laurel from a shipwreck. Since then, they've both pined for each other and what could've been. As the fates would have it, they are reunited again, now at Mrs Dove Lyon's establishment. Angel is a musician and Laurel is using Mrs Dove Lyon's services to help find her a husband. These two characters are sweet souls who deserve happiness and each other. The rest of Angel's story is coming in October.
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This sweet story is a lovely addition to the series, the plot is nice and the characters are very likable. I look forward to read Benjamin‘s story, a very sympathetic side character.

When Lady Laureline learns that her fiancé intends to postpone their marriage once again and only wants her dowry, she jilts him, but is forced by her father's will to marry before her 25th birthday, otherwise she will lose the money. She therefore decides to have a marriage brokered by Mrs Dove Lyons.
Among the competitors is Angelico, a man she met years ago and who saved her from drowning. Since then, he has been her crush and she has never been able to forget him.

Angelico has loved Laurel since the day they first met, but he joined the army against Napoleon and was seriously wounded, captured and tortured. He has only been able to walk with crutches ever since.
Since his return, he leads a modest life and works as a violinist in Mrs Dove Lyons' Lyons Den. When he hears about the contest for Laurel's hand, he decides to take part, because he has nothing to lose and a lot to gain...

If you like quick-to-read historical romances with cinnamon roll heroes and strong heroines, you'll enjoy this book.

Another great story involving the match making services of Mrs. Dove Lyon. Injured during the war and considered a hero Angel is set to try and win Laurel’s hand in marriage by winning the contest. There are a few surprises along the way and it made for a very good storyline. The story is well written either way well developed characters. Definitely a winner.
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She only wants a husband who wants her for her. Not her dowry. Her father and eldest brother were only looking out for themselves and not for her. She know how to fix this. Mrs. Dove-Lyon to the rescue. A musician who wants to marry a wealthy heiress. Will he be able to contend with all that has happen to him physically and mentally?
I really enjoyed seeing another side to Titan who is briefly mentioned in almost every other Lyon book. This was a different way to look at the Lyons Den. I really enjoyed this fresh perspective from different point of view. Once secrets were revealed the ending was not hard to figure out.. I really enjoyed the romance that was budding between the musician and the heiress. (Although, the musician is not just that he is a hero too)
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Laurel is tired of waiting for her brotrothed to set a date. She overhears him and her brother talking and decides to take matters into her own hands. Five men later she's getting married!

It was a good story and I'll definitely be on the look out for the next one! Can't wait!

Quick easy read. Always an HEA with this series, Hook, Lyon and Sinker includes visits from Sherry Ewings' "To Claim A Lyon's Heart" and Knights' "Talons Of The Lyon." I loved how she wove the happy couples into the story, not just references, but roles to play.

Angel and Laurel met several years earlier when he saved her from drowning after their ship went down. Instant like for both of them, but different classes, or so they thought. Now, Laurel just jilted her suiter after five years of waiting, and Angel is violinist at the Lyon's Den. Their story has some fun, unexpected turns on the way to their happily ever after, and it's a good read. I was surprised as to how the title would fit until the last few chapters. Read this in almost one sitting, and it was really worth my time.

A lovely, sweet and genuinely beautiful story. Long ago Angel had saved Laureline and never forgotten her. Years later they met again and with the help of the awe inspiring Lady Dove-Lyon found life full of surprises. My favorite parts of the Dove-Lyon series is always the competition. They are both uniquely written and a challenge to understand how they are weighted in the heros favor. The characters in this book are both strong and know their own minds as they are equally matched. A wonderfully clean romantic story that anyone can read and enjoy. I would recommend this particular one for anyone under the adult age.

I loved this book! It was very sweet and enjoyable. I loved the two main characters and the plot was very interesting. I would recommend this book!

Terrific book. I liked both Laurel and Angel. The story opens as Laurel overhears her fiancé of five years telling her brother he wants to postpone their wedding for the sixth time. He admits he doesn't want to marry her but needs her dowry. Furious, Laurel dumps him on the spot. She also discovers that if she isn't married by her twenty-fifth birthday (in three months), she will have no dowry at all. Rather than start the husband hunt all over, Laurel goes to Mrs. Dove-Lyon for help making a suitable match. She collides with a man on the way to the office but doesn't recognize him at first.

Angelico Warrington first met Laurel eight years earlier when a ship they were on foundered off the coast of Portugal. Angel saved Laurel, her father, and many others. From there, he joined the army. Angel's backstory is heartbreaking, but he doesn't let it hold him down. He has never forgotten Laurel and recognizes her right away. When he learns of her reason for being there, he becomes one of the contestants for her hand.

I enjoyed the development of the relationship between Angel and Laurel. As they renew their acquaintance, Laurel realizes that Angel is the man she wants. He is brave and honorable and wants her for herself, not her dowry. The twists and turns of this story were entertaining and kept me turning the pages. I loved Laurel's independence and strength of will, as well as Angel's determination. Each had obstacles to overcome, but their feelings never wavered. The ending was fantastic, with intense suspense as Angel competed for the hand of the woman he loved.

The secondary characters were great. The rejected suitors were appropriately detestable and added obstacles to our couple's hope of a future together. There were appearances by other couples brought together by Mrs. Dove-Lyon, giving Laurel support in her quest. I liked Angel's newly discovered cousin, Bertram, and the unexpected part he plays in Angel's life. I loved Laurel's brother Benjamin. His support of Laurel was unexpected, and I enjoyed seeing him back her up. I look forward to his story and wish I didn't have to wait until October to read it!