This whole series is so good and the latest installment always turns out to be my new favourite.
"Road Trip with a Rogue" is a fun and entertaining read, and Daisy and Lucien are great characters. Their banter was amazing.
Kate Bateman is turning into one of my must-read authors and I cannot wait to see what she comes up with next.

I enjoyed this third book in the series. It isn't necessary to have read the earlier books in the series, though the earlier characters are her best friends who are featured fairly prominently in this book. This was a good read, but honestly nothing memorable about it. Solid 3.5-star (rounded up to 4) enjoyable read, but won't be the best I've read this year

Daisy Hamilton’s newest mission for her private investigation firm is to stop heiress Violetta Brand from eloping. But her case is derailed when she mistakes her target's carriage for that of Lucien Vaughan, Duke of Cranford. Unbeknownst to Daisy, it's the Duke's nephew eloping with Miss Brand and he plans to slow Daisy down and destroy her efforts to catch the couple.

This is the third and final book in the Her Majesty's Rebels series. It focuses on the three women who run the King & Co. agency. The other books establish the relationship between the heroines, but this story mostly works on its own.

I loved how this couple's backstory and current predicament blended throughout the beginning and middle of the book. Daisy and Lucien have history and an unfinished attraction...one she tries to fight and he exploits. Bateman always manages to intermingle her plot, tropes, and witty banter beautifully. This was an easy read for me that I lapped up quickly and with pleasure.

Tropes: Second Chance-ish, Secret Crush, Enemies-to-Lovers, Road Trip, Forced Proximity/Only One Bed, Compromised

Steam: 3

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

Another good story by Ms. Bateman. The antagonism between Daisy and Lucien, and the passion hiding behind that antagonism, was rather amusing, as were the circumstances that resulted in them spending an extended period of time in close proximity to each other. I also liked that the author created a situation where Lucien's attempt to protect Daisy's reputation, given societal mores regarding the behavior of upper-class women, forced Daisy and Lucien to admit to themselves and each other how they really felt but Daisy's stubbornness kept her from wanting to accept the situation. I enjoyed how Lucien proved he truly loved Daisy. Their experiments also made for good reading.

I enjoyed this installment in the in series as much as the last! Kate Bateman is quickly becoming one of my favorite historical romance authors!

Great book! Lucian is a wonderful hero, in every way that Daisy needs, whether she knows she needs it or not. Their journey is full of adventure as well as self discovery.

I received a free copy of this book from the author. The thoughts and opinions are my own.

Thank you to the publisher, St Martin’s, for an ARC of this book!!

Sometimes you read a book and it manages to hit every note just right- this is one of those books! It’s everything I want not only in a historical romance but a romance in general. The writing was excellent, the banter was top tier, the chemistry was off the charts and THAT PROPOSAL!!!
The book jumps right into the action and keeps pace all the way through. The tropes are troping in the best way possible (forced proximity is just better in a historical) and then about 3/4 of the way through we get this little wink and a nod…

Ellie frowned. "Well, that's not fair. It's bad enough him looking like he does, and being all brooding and masterful, but if he's secretly nice beneath all that sarcasm how were you supposed to resist?"
"Everything conspired against me, Daisy wailed. "There was only one bed Only one horse. He bathed in front of me, for heaven's sake.”

Kate Bateman knows what she’s doing and I loved every moment of it!
Is Lucian Vaughan, Duke of Cranford the new Sebastian, Lord St Vincent? Yeah, I think he just might be.

"Road Trip With a Rogue" is the third book in Kate Bateman's "Her Majesty's Rebels" series. While it features returning characters and references past events, it can be enjoyed as a standalone. Fans of the series will appreciate the familiar dynamics and development of beloved characters in this fun historical romance. Daisy Hamilton, a duke's daughter and investigator for King & Co., is tasked with stopping heiress Violetta Brand from eloping. Her plans go awry when she mistakenly holds up the carriage of Lucien Vaughan, the Duke of Cranford and the man who broke her heart five years ago. Vaughan decides to go with Daisy on her journey through Scotland to track down the runaway couple. Daisy, determined to keep her past feelings for Lucien at bay, faces challenges that threaten her reputation, leading Lucien to make a scandalous claim to protect her. Their shared experiences reveal deep-seated emotions, and as danger lurks, they confront their feelings amidst witty banter and undeniable chemistry. This road trip leads them to unexpected revelations and a journey toward love, making it a compelling tale of second chances.

This book is a delightful blend of humor, tension, spice and heartfelt moments. Daisy and Lucien’s dynamic is electric, filled with sharp banter and simmering chemistry that keeps readers on their toes. The setting of a road trip adds an adventurous flair, allowing for intimate encounters and character development against a backdrop of charming inns and unexpected situations. I love Daisy's personality. She can handle her weapons and protect herself. Bateman’s knack for crafting relatable, multi-dimensional characters makes Daisy and Lucien easy to root for, while the engaging plot ensures a fast-paced, enjoyable reading experience that leaves readers eager for more. This was such a fun read! This book should be added to your pre-release orders. As a side note, the cover is beautiful and sexy. It's a good representation of Daisy and Lucien.

This book will be out July 29, 2025. Thanks to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for an ARC.

Thank you to NetGalley for an eARC of Road Trip with a Rogue.

I really liked this book!

I think this story was a very fun and quick read. I would definitely recommend.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3/5 stars)

"Road Trip With a Rogue" by Kate Bateman proves to be a fun engaging historical romance, with unrequited MCs Daisy and Lucien forced together on a journey where they are both chasing down a different half of an eloping couple.

The palpable chemistry between them develops wonderfully as they become reacquainted. Daisy is portrayed as a feisty character – sharp and prickly, making her an ideal foil to Lucien, whose roguish exterior belies a surprising depth. Their dynamic is good, and their growing affection during the "road trip" is well written.

The plot flows well, resulting in a swift and enjoyable reading experience. The focus remains primarily on Daisy and Lucien's evolving relationship, underpinning the "road trip" as they uncover how much they've longed for each other over the years.

A minor observation is that some of the secondary plot elements felt somewhat less developed.

My thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the advanced reader copy.

England During the Regency

Daisy Hamilton, daughter of a duke, works secretly for King & Co., a highly regarded private investigation business in London. She has agreed to attempt to stop Violetta Brand, an heiress, from eloping. Planning on disguising herself as a highwayman, Daisy rides to intercept the coach with the two love birds, but as she arrives, it seems other highwaymen had the same idea, for a different reason. As she watches what is going on, she realizes that the eloping couple is not in the coach, and she steps in to help the present occupant. It turns out that she also knows who that is!

Several years ago, Daisy's heart was broken by the Duke of Cranford, Lucien Vaughan, and she is stunned to discover that it's his coach being attacked. After the scuffle with the robbers, Lucien, Daisy, and the duke's aide head to a nearby inn, where Daisy plans to find the eloping couple. Alas, they are not there, and Lucien insists that he accompany her to deal with them. He has his own reason for doing so, as he was already following them.

The two agree to travel north to Scotland together. But that means spending several nights at inns along the route. Daisy is bound and determined not to let her past feelings for Lucien get in the way of her goal to stop the marriage. But it's not easy. And Lucien isn't exactly comfortable pretending he isn't interested in Daisy. So the traveling duo must pretend that they're just on a mission, and that doesn't include anything else. However, fate has a way of potentially spoiling those plans.

Book 3 of Her Majesty's Rebels is a non-stop game of two people feigning their dislike for one another, while withholding their strong attraction. Daisy is intent on completing her task, but it's not easy to hide her feelings. Lucien is a little better at hiding his thoughts, but he, too, is struggling. Can they find the young couple in time? And then what?

Loved it! Probably one of the more interesting romance novel road trips I've ever read. Absolutely adored the ending!

Daisy Hamilton, an armed and headstrong investigator, heads off into the night to prevent a young couple from a rushed elopement. Things quickly go awry and she ends up partnering with a man from her past, Lucien Vaughn to chase the couple down. The action packed few days, however, impacts them both more than they ever expect and a hidden secret may change everything.

Road Trip With a Rogue is a delightful, spicy adventure! The chemistry and banter between Daisy and Lucien are fantastic. Knowing Daisy from the previous books, I was looking forward to her story the most and was not disappointed, as it’s now my favorite of the series. She is hilarious, strong, and feisty in the best way possible and Lucien is my kind of hero. I thought the story was perfectly paced and had me smiling and laughing out loud, but also so endeared to the couple. I really enjoy Kate Bateman books but this might be her best work!

I enjoy a road trip historical romance and this one was perfect to me!

I don’t read nearly as much historical romance as I used to, but I will always make time for a new offering from Kate Bateman, and Road Trip with a Rogue does not disappoint. In all fairness, I’ve been waiting for Daisy’s story since Bateman kicked off this trilogy and it feels like she saved the best for last. Daisy is the outspoken, outgoing and outlandish one in her trio of friends, and let’s just face it, that could only mean a man that’s her equal. Which means a book full of trading barbs, matching wits, and trying to outdo one another. One of Bateman’s strengths is her ability to create phenomenal chemistry between her romantic leads, and I went back and forth between laughing at the pair and being more than a little jealous of how perfect they are for each other. Their personalities and characters are elevated and contrasted by the simpering and saccharine sweet pair they’re trying to reach before they elope. Topped off by one of my favorite marriage proposals I’ve read in a book this was a fun and fulfilling romance from beginning to end. A complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Third in the trilogy of three women running an investigative firm name King & company.
Daisy is on an assignment from the brides father to stop an elopement to Gretna Green.
She encounters Lucien the Duke along the way due to troubles.
He helps her but little does she know that he has encouraged the couple because he is the grooms uncle.
Daisy and Lucien have a past history and spend an inordinate amount of time coming to terms with their emotions.
Romantic with engaging banter and lots of action.
Highly recommend and author never fails to deliver.

I have mixed feelings about this one. I usually love Bateman’s historical romances, but Road Trip With a Rogue fell a bit flat for me. I didn’t connect with the main characters, and parts of their romance didn’t work for me.

Lately, enemies-to-lovers has been hit or miss for me. Unfortunately, the love story between Daisy and Vaughn was a miss. The pair has a ton of chemistry, and they love verbally sparring with each other, which is great, but there’s a fine line between snarky banter and bullying, malicious behavior. Personally, I didn’t like how domineering Vaughn could be. He insults her in a way that sounds like he’s looking down on her, and I hated the condescension in his tone during some of their confrontations. They both act immaturely at various points in the story, and it just ended up frustrating me.

Thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Paperbacks for providing me with a copy of the book. All thoughts are my own.

This was a really fun and sweet story. I admit I haven’t been reading many historicals this year, but I’m glad I read this one!

I really enjoyed reading Road Trip with a Rogue. Kate Bateman continues to deliver banter, action and amazing chemistry between her characters. I’m sad the series has come to an end but I look forward to reading anything the author publishes in the future. She will always be an auto-buy author for me.

Yay, it’s a spicy historical road trip romance! This is the third book in the Her Majestic Rebels series and the women that star in each story are the rebels! Daisy knew Lucien back when she was seventeen - he was a friend of her brothers. They meet again when she stumbles onto highwaymen trying to rob Lucien’s carriage. She is a duke’s daughter, works for a P.I. firm and is chasing after an heiress on her way to Gretna Green to elope. Lucien offers Daisy a ride in his carriage (he wants to look after her) and the road trip gets steamy. Lucien knows that Daisy is the one for him but Daisy is hesitant to trust him (even though she can't stop thinking about him) and Lucien has to do some convincing to win her over.
Tropes: lighthearted, slow burn, brothers’ friend, witty banter and years of yearning.

I liked the idea of the plot, but found the execution to be anacronistic. A young woman in the early 19th century who had a business, with expertise in weapons and sexual freedom without concern about her reputation, was impossible to buy into. It was essentially the story of a 21st century woman but set in the 19th. It also didn't have any of the romantic aspects of the period, which makes a Regency story so appealing. Not my cup of tea.