DNF @35%

Idk I just could not get into this book. I even tried skimming but I kept getting distracted.

I don't know if it's just that I don't like these tropes or I don't like the characters or the storyline. Maybe it's all of it. I also feel like the writing is not very well done. It's very choppy I'm finding it hard to follow and I'm not enjoying it.

The Dangerous Love of a Rogue is the fifth book in the Marlow series by Jane Lark. I’ve previously read and reviewed the second book, The Illicit Love of a Courtesan,

Although Drew was in a situation where he needed a dowry to pay his creditors, and to help establish himself in a home of his own, what really attracts him to Mary is not just her dowry and her beauty, but also her strength of character. As Drew has a dissolute history, that makes him a bad prospect for respectable Mary. Mary’s brother was familiar with Drew’s past and was vehemently opposed to a union. His reaction convinced Mary’s parents that Drew should not be considered as a potential husband.

I found the connection between Mary and Drew an interesting one. Drew was open about his need for a dowry but he was also very clear that he was looking for a love match. At first it seemed like he saw Mary as an easy target but she was strong-willed and determined enough to do exactly what she wanted, and he really admired that about her.

I enjoyed that it became a partnership of equals, even though to friends and family it may have seemed that she was being led astray.

If you are looking for a ‘happy ever after’ you might be slightly disappointed, although it is happy. I was left craving more at the end of the book, because I did not want the story to end and really wanted much more. I would have liked the story to continue further into their lives together.

DNF after a few chapters and after reading other reviews indicating that this is not the full story. No shame to the author but unless I have the full story I'm not going to finish the book.

This isn’t a light, fluffy Regency romance, far from it, but it’s still a fun Regency romp which has everything you need - heartache, longing, and tension. There’s a real authentic feel to the story and that’s exactly what makes it satisfying, although it had a very abrupt ending otherwise it would have been 5 stars from me

This book was a little bit of a mess. First off, it's part 1 of a 2 part book that could have really been edited down to one. A lot of the relationship building between Drew and Mary is non-existent, sex based, and love at first sightish. Mary is very immature, as is Drew, so they jump into actions that they don't discuss and then cry about it!!!

I really wanted to like this book, but could not.

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Thank you so much to NetGalley and Jane Lark for providing me with a complimentary digital ARC for The Dangerous Love of a Rogue coming out May 31, 2025. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.

I really love historical romance so I thought this would be a fun book. I love regency era. It was definitely short, but it wasn’t my favorite story. The leads didn’t really do it for me. I wasn’t expecting some of it. I would check out something else by this author though.

thanks to Boldwood books for the eARC: all opinions are my own.

I DNFd at 6% when the MMC referred to his desired love interest as "innocent and stupid." I was already cringing a lot at the misogyny and immaturity demonstrated by the MMC but that line was the final nail in the coffin. My time is valuable and I don't have to nor want to read books that perpetuate the oppression of women.

Spicy, male female, 3rd person dual point of view, historical romance. You will need to read The Seductive Love of a Lady to finish the story. I wish that this being a two part story was mentioned. It feels like these two books could have been one since they are both short.

Regency, romance, scandal, quirky characters, Temptation. What's not to love about a book that has all that and more. And herein lies Lord Andrew Framlington, not a nice man, a rogue and fortune hunter looking for a wealthy bride. Along comes Miss Mary Marlow and love over-powers Lord Andrew. What will become of this romance.

This is a not as much of a light and fun read as I had thought it would be but I did enjoy it for its emotion, its Regency Period Drama and for the characters and writing, which had me turning the pages. I look forward to seeing what happens in the next episode of this series.

Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.

This first book in The Marlow Family Secrets is an emotional and beautifully written historical romance. I really enjoyed this captivating story of a strong passion that defys societal and family expectations. I can't wait for the next book. I highly recommend reading!

thank you netgalley and boldood books for this book.

Sadly this book was a DNF, did not finish, for me.
I read a few pages and did not care for any of the characters or the writing.

Unfortunately this is a DNF for me at ~20%. It's a re-publication of a book that was originally book 5 in a series, now marketed as book 1. It's also only half of the original book, with the HEA part of book 2. I am ok with that in a SFF duology, but not in a historical romance...especially when only one half of the story was available as an advanced copy and the other half was not. None of this is clear from the NetGalley page.

I cannot blame the author for this! However, this story was not compelling enough for me to read 300 pages, let along 500 across two books.

The Dangerous Love of a Rogue by Jane Lark
A brooding hero, a daring heroine, and a romance that defies all expectations.

From the very first chapter of The Dangerous Love of a Rogue, I was swept into the intoxicating tension between Lord Andrew Framlington and Miss Mary Marlow. Jane Lark has a gift for writing emotionally layered characters, and this book is a prime example. It’s not just a romance—it’s a story of redemption, inner strength, and learning to love without fear.

Drew is the kind of hero I love: complicated, scarred (both emotionally and socially), and trying to outrun his past. Mary, on the other hand, is intelligent, grounded, and not easily fooled by charm or title. Their chemistry was undeniable, but what really pulled me in was the vulnerability behind their banter and bravado. There’s something deeply moving about watching two people who feel like they don’t belong anywhere find home in each other.

This isn’t a light, fluffy Regency romance. There’s heartache, longing, and the ever-present tension between societal expectations and true emotional connection. But that’s exactly what made it so satisfying. I found myself rooting for Drew and Mary not just to fall in love—but to heal through love.

If you enjoy historical romance that goes beyond the surface, with complex characters and emotional stakes, I definitely recommend this book. And while it’s part of a series, it reads beautifully as a standalone.

My Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
I loved the emotional journey and the slow-burn romance. A must-read for fans of heartfelt historical fiction.

The Dangerous Love of a Rogue was a true escapist read. It was very easy to be pulled into the story and to see how it would all turn out for Mary and Drew. Let’s just say it wasn’t all plain sailing! I did enjoy Mary and Drew’s interactions. Drew has a chequered past and Mary is immediately warned off. However there is a solid connection between the pair even if Drew does need Mary’s dowry.

The story itself moved at a good pace and it didn’t take me long to read at all. It’s safe to say that some of the characters aren’t perfect and at times are flawed. However it definitely made them more intriguing. Which in turn gave me a more entertaining experience while reading. The characters had a good amount of chemistry and the pages did sizzle at times.

I will say that I was in two minds over the ending after finishing the book. In one sense I wanted more (not necessarily a bad thing) but on the other hand I liked the hopeful way it left things too. After mulling it over I decided that I actually do like that it doesn’t necessarily follow the way similar stories end.

The Dangerous Love of a Rogue entertained me from start to finish and let’s be honest who doesn’t love a rogue!

Jaded and bored....

Drew is jaded and bored. He's the bastard son who has frittered away his life, living as a male gigolo who beds married women who pay him for his services., more or less. He's looking to marry money and to marry an innocent miss, even though he's already slept with most of the married, older ladies of the ton for gifts and money. Gross.
His target is the very well bred Mary, an innocent, young deb.

It was a first book i have read from this author, haven't read any of the previous work.



Miss Mary is a pure, innocent woman who was unfortunate enoght to catch an eye of Lord Andrew Framlington who is looking for a rich, faithful wife.
Although i liked the ending, this book was not an easy read because i couldn't find Andrew a good man. I know, he was supposed to be like that (i think), but his actions were triggering me too much. I understand it was meant like that for the plot, but he was really un-likeable to me. I was worried Mary would end up in a loveless, sad marriage, but i thin they worked out at the and.

I liked other sub-characters tho.

I think i need to read some other books from this author to check out, if they have MMCs who i will like more than Andrew here.

I'm reviewing this via NetGalley, as part of a tour with Rachel's Random Resources.

This Regency romance is the first in a series. When Mary Marlow meets Lord Andrew Framlington (“Drew” to his nearest and dearest), she finds herself drawn to him. The attraction grows stronger, despite the warnings of others who believe he may be bad news. Drew has something of a reputation, but Mary makes him feel something that no other woman ever has.

I found that Drew made me swoon a little bit, and in some ways, I connected more with him on an emotional level than with Mary, though I liked them both. I felt the author did a great job of creating chemistry between the characters, whilst still focusing on the romance and the connection. This was quite satisfying to read, as it had just the right amount of spice, with some heart-fluttering moments as well.

Thank you to NetGalley, Rachel's Random Resources, Boldwood Books, and to the author, for the opportunity to read and review this.

Lord Andrew (Drew) Framlington is on the hunt for a rich wife and where better than to select one of the wealthy debutantes who attend the season’s most fashionable balls and soirées. However, Andrew is utterly bored by simpering young women, that is until he spots the delightful Miss Mary Marlow, and the chase is on. Unfortunately, Drew’s reputation as a rogue goes before him and Mary’s family are very protective of their daughter so Drew’s persistence is about to be tested to the limit.

This is a fun Regency romp which has everything you need to stir the senses, from a handsome, but troubled leading man, to a young ingénue who, despite her protective lifestyle, knows her own mind and when she sets her sights on Drew, well, let’s just say sparks are about to fly. There’s a real authentic feel to the story, the Regency world comes alive, from elegant ballrooms, to the secrecy of a gentleman’s club and the delicious temptation of a secluded summerhouse, the story comes alive with passion and more than a hint of spice.

The Dangerous Love of a Rogue is sheer escapism from start to finish and whilst it is the fifth book in the Marlow Intrigues series, it is possible to read it as a standalone story. Since its original publication in 2015 the book has now been recently re-published by Boldwood Books, with a delightful new cover.

This was not for me! I did enjoy the characters, but overall the story was just off. There was just something about it that I could not get into,

I really liked the characters in this book, but had a hard time getting into it. Once the story progressed and I got to see Drew and Mary's relationship deepen, I was hooked! I think that made the ending less satisfying. I know it's meant to leave the door open to interpretation, but I would have liked a more developed ending.