The Scandalous Vixen by Tracy Sumner is a historical romance novel that follows the story of Roan, the Duke of Leighton, and Helena Astley, a shipping heiress. The book explores their tumultuous relationship that spans over ten years due to misunderstandings and past hurts. As they navigate their unrequited love and desires, they eventually find themselves in a marriage of convenience, leading to a slow burn romance filled with verbal play and deep emotional connections. The story is filled with emotional and erotic love scenes, well-developed characters, and a delightful lyrical prose that keeps readers engaged and rooting for the characters to find their happily ever after.

Characters:

The characters are well-rounded and relatable, with strong development that allows readers to connect with their journeys.

Writing/Prose:

The author's writing style is characterized by lyrical prose and well-crafted emotional scenes that engage readers effectively.

Plot/Storyline:

The storyline revolves around Roan and Helena navigating their romantic tensions, societal challenges, and past misunderstandings across a decade.

Setting:

The setting provides a rich historical context that complements the themes of class and societal expectations inherent in the story.

Pacing:

The pacing allows for a thoughtful and gradual build-up of romance and character development, effectively engaging readers.

Notes:

The book features a complex romance between Helena and Roan, highlighting their ten-year misunderstanding.

Roan is a duke but is uninterested in societal expectations, while Helena is a shipping heiress.

The story includes enjoyable secondary characters from previous books in the series, adding depth to the narrative.

Their chemistry is described as intense, making it a riveting slow-burn romance.

The theme of class difference plays a central role, adding tension to their relationship.

The book can be read as a standalone, but prior knowledge of the series enhances the experience.

Helena struggles with past trauma, which makes her character relatable to readers.

The author, Tracy Sumner, is praised for her lyrical writing style and well-developed characters.

The series features elements of enemies-to-lovers and marriage of convenience tropes.

Many readers recommend the entire Duchess Society series for a richer reading experience.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

There are medium content warnings due to references to childhood trauma and past emotional abuse, which may affect readers.

Has Romance?

Romance is a central and significant aspect of the book, filled with chemistry and emotional connections.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

In this enemies-to-lovers Regency romance by award-winning author Tracy Sumner, a bold lady and a ruthless duke realize they need to agree to an ardent alliance to get what they want.

He knew at first sight.

She knew at first kiss.

Helena Astley, Lady Hell to the ton, has plans. To control her father's shipping business, to live her way, by her rules. Her plan is going remarkably well until one ill-advised kiss invites the duke she doesn't want but cannot resist into her life.

Hardnosed Roan Darlington, Duke of Leighton, cares little for society or finding a duchess. The only person ever to challenge him is the incorrigible, infuriating Helena Astley. The one woman he's never been able to forget. When they're caught in a ruinous situation, Roan offers her an alternative. A sham engagement she can break off after Christmas.

As they discover a world of forbidden pleasure, Helena must decide if she can relinquish a heart she vowed to withhold from the only man powerful enough to seize it.

And Roan must decide if falling madly, passionately in love is worth the risk.

The Duchess Society Series

#1 The Brazen Bluestocking

#2 The Scandalous Vixen

#3 The Wicked Wallflower

#4 One Wedding and an Earl

#5 Two Scandals and a Scot

More to follow!

Prequel : The Ice Duchess

Christmas novella : The Governess Gamble

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The Scandalous Vixen

Tracy Sumner

Book 3 in the series:The Duchess Society