The Novel: The Good Girl's Guide to Rakes (Last Chance Scoundrels #1)
The Author: Eva Leigh
The Guest: Helen Broom, co-host of The Talk of the Street
The Synopsis:
When Kieran Ransome’s latest antics result in a massive scandal, his father issues an ultimatum: find a respectable wife or inherit nothing. But as one of London’s most inveterate scoundrels, Kieran doesn’t know any ladies who fit the bill. Or does he?
Celeste Kilburn is a society darling, beloved by influential members of the ton. But keeping a spotless reputation leaves little room for adventure and she longs to escape her gilded cage, especially with her impending engagement to a stuffy earl. When Kieran—her older brother’s best friend and an irresistibly attractive rogue—begs for her help, Celeste makes a deal: she’ll introduce him to the right social circles if he’ll show her the scandalous side of London.
In between proper teas and garden parties, Kieran escorts Celeste—disguised as “Salome”—to rowdy gaming hells, wild fêtes, and sensual art salons. As they spend more time together, their initial attraction builds to a desperate desire that neither can ignore. But when someone discovers their midnight exploits, Celeste’s freedom and reputation are endangered, and Kieran must save the woman he loves… respectable or not.
Show Notes:
- A few big announcements...
- Tit Talk: a monthly panel discussion amongst romance readers, bloggers, and writers
- Slick Summer Nights: our summer showdown of your favorite steamy scenes
- The difference between British soap operas and American soap operas
- The connection between "Coronation Street" and "Bridgerton"
- Introducing today's read, The Good Girl's Guide to Rakes (00:13:01)
- Book synopsis (00:16:20)
- Dispelling a few notions about "historical accuracy" in romance
- A few predictions about the next books in the series...
- A sibling's best friend romance... without all the angst
- Appreciation for a few sexy words, and some brief history on the etymology of "p*ssy (00:40:43)
- When the dirty talk is better than the deed
- A few steamy sexcerpts - plenty to choose from (00:44:35)
- Putting a historical issue into modern context... Blame it on the patriarchy
- Is it romantic or is he just a serial killer?
- Heart, Humor, & Heat Ratings (00:54:30)
- Daddy issues
- Let's talk Rakes (in historical and contemporary romance)
Books & Other Media Mentioned:
- British TV shows: "Coronation Street", "Emmerdale", "EastEnders"
- Helen's other podcasts: The Lists of Lists and SpongeBob SquareCast
- Outlander (the books & TV show) & Game of Thrones
- The Rakess by Scarlett Peckham
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