Heartbreaker by Sarah MacLean is the second novel in the Hell’s Belles series. Adelaide Frampton moves through London and thinks no one notices her.. .but he does. Heartbreaker delivers a swoon-worthy romance as Adelaide and Henry, Duke of Clayborn, go head-to head.
by Sarah MacLean
Series: Hell's Belles #2
Genres: Historical Romance
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New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean follows her highly acclaimed Bombshell with Heartbreaker, featuring a fierce, fearless heroine on a mission to steal a duke's secrets...and his heart.
HEARTBREAKER Hell's Belles, Book 2
A Princess of Thieves
Raised among London's most notorious criminals, a twist of fate landed Adelaide Frampton in the bright ballrooms of Mayfair, where she masquerades as a quiet wallflower--so plain and unassuming that no one realizes she's the Matchbreaker...using her superior skills as a thief to help brides avoid the altar.
A King of Reputation
Henry, Duke of Clayborn, has spent a lifetime living in perfection. He has no time for the salacious gossip that arises every time the Matchbreaker ends another groom. His own reputation is impeccable--and the last thing he needs is a frustrating, fascinating woman discovering the truth of his past, or the secrets he holds close.
A Royal Match
When the two find themselves on a breakneck journey across Britain to stop a wedding, it's impossible for Clayborn to resist this woman who both frustrates and fascinates him. But late-night carriage rides make for delicious danger...and soon Adelaide is uncovering Clayborn's truths, throwing his well-laid plans into chaos...and threatening to steal his heavily guarded heart.
Matchbreaker Adelaide Frampton and the Duke of Clayborn are both headed to Gretna Green. She is attempting to stop a wedding he to aid the groom in getting the girl, but there is more to the story and much to be discovered.
I had such a good time with this story. Adelaide, the daughter of London’s most notorious criminals, is a member of Hell’s Belles and London’s Matchbreaker. She uncovers the secrets of perspective husbands. When the Matchbreaker sets out to ruin his brother’s marriage, he follows her. I loved the chase and the delightfully wicked banner between them as she outfoxes him before he stuns her.
I loved the back-and-forth banter and chemistry of this couple. Adelaide’s sincere belief that no one notices her heartbreaking. She is fearless and clever. I loved seeing her outfox Clayborn. He is a swoon-worthy hero who really sees her, and I loved watching them breakdown each other’s defenses.
The Hell’s Belles network is extraordinary, and I loved seeing these characters again. They are taking London by storm and giving those who need it a set-down. We get some updates and see the progression they have made.
Danger, tender-moments, sacrifices and declarations delivered all the feels. While this may be the second novel, Clayborn and Adelaide shone brightly, with a story as interesting and addictive as Bombshell. I cannot wait for the next book!
Fans of historical romance with strong characters, swoon-worthy moments and nail-biting suspense should grab Heartbreaker. While this is book two, it holds its own as a standalone story but has spoilers regarding first couple. I however, recommend reading Bombshell first.
Heartbreaker by Sarah MacLean delivered from suspense to swoons in the second novel in the Hell's Belles series. #NewRelease #HistoricalRomance Share on XAbout Sarah MacLean
MacLean burst onto the romance scene with Nine Rules to Break When Romancing A Rake, the first in her best-selling and critically acclaimed three-book Love By Numbers series. In early 2012, she began her new, pre-Victorian Rules of Scoundrels series with A Rogue by Any Other Name, which received the 2013 RITA Award from the Romance Writers of America. The third book in the series, No Good Duke Goes Unpunished, won the 2014 RITA Award. When she is not writing romance, Sarah travels the country to discuss the romance genre and its place in both gender and cultural studies. She writes a monthly column celebrating the best in romance for the Washington Post, and her columns have appeared in the New York Times Book Review and Parents Magazine. She is also a vocal advocate for issues relating to education and literacy. She lives in New York City with her husband, her daughter and their dog.
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Ailyn Koay
i’m not sure which i enjoy more, the fun of gossips and the ton or two people falling in love with each other trying to sabotage a wedding
Kimberly
So much fun!
Katherine
I’ve only read one book by this author but I really enjoyed it and this one sounds like a lot of fun too!
Kimberly
Thanks Katherine. I have a lot of fun with her books.
Carole @ Carole's Random Life
This sounds fabulous! It has obviously been too long since I last picked up a historical romance.
Kimberly
I hope you get to try it!
Wendy
I have Bombshell on my TBR, so now I have to add Heartbreaker as well! Wonderful review, Kimberly
Kimberly
Enjoy Wendy!
Bookworm Brandee
This sounds like so much fun, Kimberly! I love HR like this. It’s going on my tbr.
Kimberly
I have loads of fun reading this author and hope you try them.
Nadene
This series sounds fun. Glad you enjoyed it.
Kimberly
Thanks Nadene. I hope you try it.
Sophia Rose
Guess this will teach me to wait so long between Sarah McLean books. It sounds fun and more.
Kimberly
LOL. Won’t take you long to catch up!
Debbie Haupt
man so many books I want to listen to, too little time and your review makes me want to go to audible and do some clicking right now. Thanks Kim
Kimberly
If you do, let me know how the audiobook is!
Lover of Romance
I am glad that you enjoyed this one here, fans of the author I know are liking it especially more than book one. After Bombshell, I won’t read this author anymore, but I know she delivers what most of her fans love so I am glad it was such a win for you!!
Kimberly
Thanks.