3.5 stars maybe?

I'm very much struggling to rate this one and I think my rating might be higher if this had been another character or if I hadn't read (nearly) the rest of the series first and experienced all the buildup of Jasper's character and anticipation of his story. I already am not a fan of the second chance trope as it is, but I so wanted to see the more human, emotional side of Jasper. I absolutely adored his inner monologue about how much he valued his friendships with the other men of the Leighton Cluster and how this made him want to be a better man. He even started to believe he could have the family life those other men had created. I always love a found family, and this one is one of my favorites, especially the strong emphasis on such healthy male friendships. It's clear then men all love each other like brothers, and I loved their scenes together, especially when Jasper finally confided in them the truth about his past and who he really was. Unfortunately, this might be the only part I really loved, apart from my slight enjoyment of Jasper's growing closeness with Cece's adopted son.

Now onto the rest. I honestly wanted to like Cece. But I didn't. I hoped she would grow on me, but she didn't. I found the first part of the book a bit boring in spots, especially seeing as Cece and Jasper didn't actually come together for a while, and all the game playing was very annoying. I wanted the desperation and longing to be together, and they both hid it for so long, then it felt like Jasper was the one doing the giving and pursuing nearly the entire time. I often felt like I was missing something in their conversations and banter as well, like something was just off. I'm not sure how to describe it. Cece repeatedly went on about how she came to London to fight for the man she loved, but all I saw was her playing stupid, nonsensical games with him, never having an open conversation with him, and pushing him away multiple times.

There were also a couple of plot devices employed here that just made zero sense to me. Why bring one of Jasper's former paramours in for a brief silly scene, in which Jasper did absolutely nothing wrong, mind you, just to cause more angst between a couple that already clearly had enough to work through. It made me want to throw the book down in disgust because it was just so silly. The introduction of another new character near the end in another weird plot device deployment is one I can excuse for now because I'm hoping maybe this is a set up for a new series, but who knows.

I just wanted more for Jasper, especially after everything he went through. Sadly, the best open expression of truthfulness, love, and acceptance was between Jasper and the men of the Leighton Cluster who became his family. He got what felt like the bare minimum from Cece, despite his giving her everything. Given his abusive, love-starved past, I just think Jasper deserved so much more and though the ending was satisfying, I was still left feeling a little disappointed with how we got there.

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

I received a copy of Three Sins and A Scoundrel by Tracy Sumner from NetGalley. This is the last book of the Duchess Society series by the author. This historical romance fiction book follows the second-chance romance of Cece Willoughby and Jasper Noble. They were in love as teenagers, but due to certain family pressures, Cece chooses to marry another man, leaving Jasper heartbroken. After many years, now they are back in each other’s lives, and it's not a coincidence.
I received a copy of Three Sins and A Scoundrel by Tracy Sumner from NetGalley. This is the last book of the Duchess Society series by the author. This historical romance fiction book follows the second-chance romance of Cece Willoughby and Jasper Noble. They were in love as teenagers, but due to certain family pressures, Cece chooses to marry another man, leaving Jasper heartbroken. After many years, now they are back in each other’s lives, and it's not a coincidence.
In a second chance romance, I think it is necessary to have a well-defined history followed by angst, which really works for this trope. This book has both, and it works well for the plot. There are a lot of suppressed emotions, passion, and yearning between them that I enjoyed. I loved reading Three Sins and A Scoundrel by Tracy Sumner. It is the kind of historical romance that I enjoy reading. It has interesting characters, a second chance romance trope, and angsty as well as passionate romantic scenes. It was fun to read as a standalone too. I liked reading it a lot.

There's really nothing better than a Tracy Sumner book, it's my guilt pleasure. I've read a handful of this series and they don't get boring nor do I feel like I've missed anything by reading them somewhat sporadically (I've missed some books in the middle).

I did take off a star because some felt repetitive to itself and slowed it down but that could be me. It's a hectic time of year.

But if you're looking for great tension, spice and a quick read, this series doesn't miss.

Thanks so much to Tracy and Netgalley for the eARC. I attest that I am leaving my review voluntarily and honestly.

What an awesome ending to the Duchess Society series!
It brings the characters who found a place in your heart back and you get to catch up with them. Three Sins and a Scoundrel is a second chance at love and unfolds beautifully and will hold you spellbound from the moment you begin the journey with Cece and Crispin until the very end. Tracy Sumner's stories are always interesting with with diversity of personalities who manage to grow and yet retain their individualities which captivates you from the beginning until the very end. It's emotional ride that keeps you turning the pages, with sizzling passion, witty banter, and an enjoyable plot. With setting descriptions and action sequences that are wonderfully vivid that brings the story to life and as the uncertainties escalates the suspense builds and feelings intensifies which brings this read together perfectly.

I received a free ARC from NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.

Yeah, another story of the Leighton cluster! I've read most of the Duchess society series, so I'm very familiar with the whole gang. And although you can read all of the stories perfectly as a standalone, I feel you enjoy the antics of the different characters so much more, if you read the whole series. For instance, Jasper Noble, the main character of this story has been starring in several other books already. But now, we finally learn his roots and why he has chosen to live the life he does now. And, of course, Tracy has created a willful spicy character to pair up with dear old Jasper. I love the way Tobias and Xander, some of the most feared and most influential men of England are just big muffins at home: tough exterior but inside soft and mushy. So, in all, a wonderful read and a worthy addition to the Leighton cluster! Four out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

Sadly this is the last book in The Duchess Society series, which I have loved reading.
This is a second chance romance for Jasper and Cece who were in love as teenagers but different society ranks meant that Cece had to marry a Count whilst Jasper ran away and became a new person with a new identity.
Now all grown up, Cece is a widow and has come to London to find the boy she once loved.
Who doesn't love a second chance romance! This one has Jasper fighting all his past insecurities to fight for the woman he loves even if he believes hes not good enough for her.
As always, Tracy writes strong female characters with male characters that have flaws that they need to overcome.
Not my favourite in the series, it's still an enjoyable read and a nice finale to the series.

Tracy Sumner is one of my favorite authors, and this series was an absolute pleasure to read. "Three Sins and a Scoundrel" is the last of the Duchess Society series. It's a second-chance romance about Jasper Noble and Cece Willoughby, who shared a torrid summer romance that came to a screeching halt when they were found in flagrante. She's married off to save the family's reputation and Jasper disappears into London, shedding his old gentry identity.

A member of the infamous Leighton clan, when he and Cece reconnect, it's nothing but sparks everytime they're near each other. The passion practically jumps off the pages. Yet, in some ways, both are hardheaded regarding their feelings. But in the end, everyone ends up happily ever after. The journey to get there was quite enjoyable, and I look forward to the next series.

Thanks to NetGalley for access to this ARC, which I voluntarily read. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Three Sins and A Scoundrel is the last book in Tracy Sumner’s Duchess Society series, and she knows how to end on a high note! Jasper and Cece’s second-chance story is spectacular! Jasper and Cece never stopped loving each other – but can they trust each other again? I loved that everyone in the Leighton Cluster played a role in the story, or at least had a cameo. Loved the fact they had bets about him and his past!

This story is so well-written, has the right amount of steamy angst, is full of great banter, passion, and amazing friendships. Thank you to Tracy Sumner and Netgalley for an Advanced Reader Copy. I voluntarily read the book and all the thoughts and opinions are my own.

Ahh it's always so comfy settling into a Sumner story. She really delivers on the romance and Regency feel! This one was slightly less sexy for me. I think it's because they had known each other from the past, so you didn't get as much 'love at first sight' thrill. But still lovely.

What a fabulous way to end the series!

Jasper Noble has one helluva back story! Whew! Our story starts with young lovers separated by her parents, then jumps ahead sixteen years when they meet again. Only problem is, they've both changed so much - especially Crispin - that's there's not much left of who they were to start over with.

Theirs is a delightful dance around what they really want, who they really are, and just how they're really going to be able to make this work. I adored this whole story, start to finish, and cheered when they finally figured out their HEA.

Throughout the story we also catch up with most of the other couples in the Leighton Cluster, which is especially meaningful since the author has declared this to be the last in the Duchess Society series. I have loved every book in this series, and I highly recommend them all for anyone who loves historical romances. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

3.5 stars rounded up. I've enjoyed the Duchess Society series so far and I am a sucker for second chance romances, so this one worked for me.

In this story, Jasper Noble is reaquainted with Constance Edgerly, the girl he had been in love with when he was a Baron's son, Crispin Sinclair. When "Cece" was found with him she was essentially forced to marry Earl Edgerly and she sent Crispin away. Crispin reinvented himself as Jasper Noble and became a spy, later joining the "Leighton Cluster" of men who have been paired off in previous books.

Cece has also been known as a forger, and comes to find Jasper after becoming a widow and beginning to raise her former husband's mistress' son. I enjoyed these three characters (including Josiah, the aforementioned son) and I love second chance romances so I wanted them to get together and the scenes with Jasper and Josiah were adorable.

The rest of the story, however, didn't seem to be that compelling or fleshed out. The Duchess Society is supposedly trying to find Cece a match, they're against her being with Jasper, she's "kidnapped" by Jasper and then once they are essentially reunited she is kidnapped by another thug who wants her to do forgery for him. I'm not sure how the book coulld have been better but there wasn't much else tying the couple together except Cece made a plan to find Jasper again.

That being said, I would read more by Tracy Sumner because ultimately I like her characters and have enjoyed the others so far.

I recieved an advanced copy and am giving an honest review.

Sadly, this is the final book in the Duchess Society series. It did not disappoint. We were reintroduced to old beloved characters, delightful new ones. It was another very entertaining and exciting love story. The romance was beautiful. The passion was delightful. The ending was perfect. I highly recommend reading!

This book about another couple in the Leighton Cluster features Jasper Noble and Cece Willoughby young lovers meeting up again as mature people. The longing and feelings these two have is very evident and pleasurable to read about. The happily ever after is a great ending to their love story.

I happily returned to The Duchess Society series by Tracy Sumner. This is the sixth full length novel and there are a couple of novella’s as well. Countess Cece Willoughby is a widow with a young son she adores. She experienced love in her teens wanting to marry the boy next door. But her parents refused and forced her into a marriage of a higher title. She preferred life in the country but now has returned to London bringing her in contact with her young love. But he is no longer a gentle boy but instead a ruthless businessman of the rookery.. Now called Jasper Noble, he has grown in wealth and stature and may have done spy work for the government as well. The attraction between the pair is sizzling.

This can be read on its own as a second chance romance. But so many of the friend group are the leads in the previous books that it would be sad not to know the connections. Cece and Jasper are well matched. Their banter is sharp and their memories lead them to agree to rekindle their old relationship. There is passion and longing. I love a reverse scene where it is the men group helping him see how smitten he is and suggesting a grand gesture to capture her heart. (Usually it is women who are urging couples together.)

I love that Sumner stays more within the rules of the time period. Several of my recent historical romances include heroines that could come straight from contemporary romances. There is a place for both, but it is interesting to me that the contrast stood out to me. I’ve read the entire series and rated them all highly. This book is no exception and it is a fitting end. I love the final scene when Cece appreciates that her life is full of laughter. I couldn’t think of a better ending.

Historical romance,part of a series.. Interesting characters with a slightly different approach. Predictable ending.

A story that tugs on your heart. CeCe marries an older man while her heart longs for Crispin. After many years she is widowed and she wants her first love back. The story is filled with emotion and passion as CeCe and Crispin remember after trying to forget the pain of being parted. Powerful story bursting with love.

Lord, this book was bonkers. And HOT. And bonkers hot. Crispin and CeCe are just off the charts. Lawd!! Great book. Well done.
Thank you to netgalley for the ARC. Opinions are my own.

A steamy ride that just gets hotter the more you read. We're tossed into a house party assembled by our old friends, the Duchess Society. Childhood friends Jasper and Cece may have loved each other as children, but their lives took them on vastly different paths. Upon Cece's husband's death, she plots to get Jasper back in her life in some way. Sparks fly at the house party, and Jasper's friends plot to get them alone time. We're showered with a plot full of history, forgery, and will-they-won't-they tension, I'm sad to see this is the last in the series. A tight-knit group of friends fighting falling in love is always a fun tale. The story is mostly Jasper-centric, so I wished to know more about Cece's past and detail about why she was obligated to marry well. In addition to see our old pals in the Leighton cluster, we're introduced to Cece's son. His moments with Jasper were quite endearing. If this is the first book you're reading in the series, I highly recommend diving into the other tales for more fun.

Thanks to NetGalley for access to an e-arc.

This is the first Tracy Sumner I have read. Thisis the sixth and final book in The Duchess Society series. Obviously, I did not have the history with secondary characters that readers of the series would have. I don't hink this impacted my understanding of the story - it may have impacted my enjoyment.

This was fine. It is a second chace romance which is really not my thing. it took a long time to get out two MCs together in a romantic vein. They both had all sorts of machinations that just seemed pointless. I lost patience with both of them. I did like the dual-POV.

This book is unacceptably good. It will be in my thoughts for months, lingering like the orange blossom scent that lingers on Cece Willoughby’s skin and in Jasper Noble’s memory. The story is beautifully written, emotional, and has passionate spicy scenes.

Cece is rebellious and spirited, but not in a cliche way. Jasper Noble is a smoking hot sad boi™️ who is graying at the temples now that he’s 36 - my favorite.

It is clear why the couple love each other, which is always something I look for in a good romance novel. It was wonderful to watch the two reunited lovers observe how each other has learned and grown from experiences, and discover how they are similar and different from when they first fell in love. The romance and main characters are mature, which is refreshing in a genre where miscommunication abounds.

The plot moves along well and I remained interested throughout the reading process. The twists and turns in plot are unexpected and feel like they belong. It was also nice to see characters from previous books and how they all interact with and support each other. Luckily marriage didn’t make them too boring, so that’s a plus!

5 out of 5 stars.

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