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circe813's review
1.0
Skimmed most of this book, as it was a bit too old-school romance for me. The hero forcing himself on the heroine, even if it’s “just” a kiss and a grope? No thank you. I was glad it ended the way it did, but as I didn’t care for either Felicity or Miles, I wasn’t invested in them ending up together. I probably won’t read any of the others in the series.
claudiap's review
3.0
I've already read the 5 books in this series. I didn’t start in order, but this series really works if one reads them in the right sequence. I've fallen in love with the Rogues, and I really enjoyed all the books. This one, was the one I liked the least so far. I am a HUGE fan of Lucien and Francis, so I loved to read about Miles. He is a really well done male character. It was really Felicity that I had a problem with. I wasn’t able to like this female character. And I think it is a first with Jo Beverley.
So… I give it 3 stars, because of the Rogues, Miles and Beverley’s capacity to construct such an unique romance, full of adventure, romance and above all with messages about woman historical condition and strength.
So… I give it 3 stars, because of the Rogues, Miles and Beverley’s capacity to construct such an unique romance, full of adventure, romance and above all with messages about woman historical condition and strength.
readclever's review
4.0
Sometimes it's hard to reread favorites after a long time. Thankfully, this story held up in the past decade or so. I loved Felicity and her goal-orientated mind. Her reasonings were sound. Some parts seemed a bit too handwavey but honestly they were such great images that I can't be mind. The only reason it didn't get 5 stars was based on the somewhat cartoony feel to the villain at times.
lauriereadslohf's review
4.0
I met Jo Beverely at a booksigning many moons ago and she was such a nice lady that I went on to accumulate most of her books. Unfortunately, I soon discovered that most of her books just weren't for me but I continue to give each one in the pile a try holding out hope that I'd be able to finish one.
Now, I'm nowhere near finished with Dangerous Joy but so far I'm thoroughly enjoying it. It's much wittier than most of her books, which I found painfully slow and boring, and I'm enjoying the heroine who is strong willed without verging on annoying.
This book is set in Ireland. Miles is not thrilled when his step-father's uncles dies and leaves him the temporary guardian of a young woman named Felicity. While traveling to meet this young lady he's attacked on route, bound and nearly seduced by a fetching young lady who turns out to be . . . Felicity.
The story moves at a fast, funny pace. The characters are likable and memorable and the little details, like a cat "adopting" a reluctant Miles add to the likability factor of the whole thing.
Later: This was a great book but a smidge too long.
Now, I'm nowhere near finished with Dangerous Joy but so far I'm thoroughly enjoying it. It's much wittier than most of her books, which I found painfully slow and boring, and I'm enjoying the heroine who is strong willed without verging on annoying.
This book is set in Ireland. Miles is not thrilled when his step-father's uncles dies and leaves him the temporary guardian of a young woman named Felicity. While traveling to meet this young lady he's attacked on route, bound and nearly seduced by a fetching young lady who turns out to be . . . Felicity.
The story moves at a fast, funny pace. The characters are likable and memorable and the little details, like a cat "adopting" a reluctant Miles add to the likability factor of the whole thing.
Later: This was a great book but a smidge too long.
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