Rakes & Rogues in Historical Romance might add playboys & badboys for contemporary
created by tritsy
last updated September, 2025
Oh my god where should I start? Which one is your favorite??
omg so hard to say, I think Lisa Kleypas' Devil in Winter is the titan of the trope. I also think The Redemption of Philip Thane is the most unique take on reforming a rake.
ooh love a unique take, I think The Redemption of Philip Thane might be for me!
Iāve read 11 of the books on this list and I really enjoyed all of them. Several were on my TBR list before it was published on PB. In fact, one of the books is in the My Taste section (Lord of Scoundrels, Jessica Trent being one of my very favourite heroines).
Oh my gosh this really is the list for you then haha that's awesome! What do you like most about her? I feel like I have to resonate with the main character for this genre so I'm curious what she's like
Sheās a strong person, mature, thoughtful, clever, and takes no guff (with grace). And she admires her zany grandmother.
Well that sure sells it, I'm excited to check it out! Thanks!