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The Lyon’s Dilemma: The Lyon's Den Connected World
She shattered his heart—now she’s his perfect match.
Felix Seward, Duke of Kempbury, does not want to be at a house party. Any house party. But the matchmaker Mrs. Dove Lyon has promised him that his perfect match will be there, and Felix yearns for a wife.
He is horrified to find that the woman who meets the matchmaker’s description is Adaline Beverley. His nemesis. His Achilles heel.
The one woman on God's earth he will never marry. Not after what she did last time they were betrothed.
Tropes / ✅ Second Chance Romance
✅ Enemies to Lovers
✅ Matchmaker/Arranged Match
✅ House Party Setting
✅ Brooding Duke
✅ Wounded Pride
✅ Scandal in the Past
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Felix Seward, Duke of Kempbury, does not want to be at a house party. Any house party. But the matchmaker Mrs. Dove Lyon has promised him that his perfect match will be there, and Felix yearns for a wife.
He is horrified to find that the woman who meets the matchmaker’s description is Adaline Beverley. His nemesis. His Achilles heel.
The one woman on God's earth he will never marry. Not after what she did last time they were betrothed.
Tropes / ✅ Second Chance Romance
✅ Enemies to Lovers
✅ Matchmaker/Arranged Match
✅ House Party Setting
✅ Brooding Duke
✅ Wounded Pride
✅ Scandal in the Past
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88 pages, Paperback
Published July 30, 2025
About the author
Jude Knight
103 books233 followersHave you ever wanted something so much you were afraid to even try? That was me ten years ago.
For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to be a novelist. I even started dozens of stories, over the years.
But life kept getting in the way. A seriously ill child who required years of therapy; a rising mortgage that led to a full-time job; six children, my own chronic illness… the writing took a back seat.
As the years passed, the fear grew. If I didn't put my stories out there in the market, I wouldn't risk making a fool of myself. I could keep the dream alive if I never put it to the test.
Then my mother died. That great lady had waited her whole life to read a novel of mine, and now it would never happen.
So I faced my fear and changed it--told everyone I knew I was writing a novel. Now I'd make a fool of myself for certain if I didn't finish.
My first book came out to excellent reviews in December 2014, and the rest is history. Many books, lots of positive reviews, and a few awards later, I feel foolish for not starting earlier.
I write historical fiction with a large helping of romance, a splash of Regency, and a twist of suspense. I then try to figure out how to slot the story into a genre category. I'm mad keen on history, enjoy what happens to people in the crucible of a passionate relationship, and love to use a good mystery and some real danger as mechanisms to torture my characters.
Dip your toe into my world with one of my lunch-time reads collections or a novella, or dive into a novel. And let me know what you think.
For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to be a novelist. I even started dozens of stories, over the years.
But life kept getting in the way. A seriously ill child who required years of therapy; a rising mortgage that led to a full-time job; six children, my own chronic illness… the writing took a back seat.
As the years passed, the fear grew. If I didn't put my stories out there in the market, I wouldn't risk making a fool of myself. I could keep the dream alive if I never put it to the test.
Then my mother died. That great lady had waited her whole life to read a novel of mine, and now it would never happen.
So I faced my fear and changed it--told everyone I knew I was writing a novel. Now I'd make a fool of myself for certain if I didn't finish.
My first book came out to excellent reviews in December 2014, and the rest is history. Many books, lots of positive reviews, and a few awards later, I feel foolish for not starting earlier.
I write historical fiction with a large helping of romance, a splash of Regency, and a twist of suspense. I then try to figure out how to slot the story into a genre category. I'm mad keen on history, enjoy what happens to people in the crucible of a passionate relationship, and love to use a good mystery and some real danger as mechanisms to torture my characters.
Dip your toe into my world with one of my lunch-time reads collections or a novella, or dive into a novel. And let me know what you think.
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August 23, 2025
This reads very quickly. Adeline Beverly and Felix Seward, the Duke of Kempbury, were lovers separated for ten years by lies from a third party. Mrs. Dove-Lyon agrees to find a husband for Adeline if she will attend a house party and steal back two items stolen from her. Felix wants a wife and brokers with Mrs. Dove-Lyon. If he attends the house party his future wife will be there. Misunderstandings from the past must be resolved before Adeline and Felix can be together, but an unexpected villain will exert her evil to separate them.
Closed bedroom door.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book from NetGalley.
Closed bedroom door.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book from NetGalley.
July 25, 2025
Lyon’s Dilemma is a fantastic short easy read. Felix and Adaline are both mature, sensible likeable leads and it’s a very sweet second chance romance, featuring an evil twin, a secret child and some fierce feminine energy! This is a clean romance and the tension is very well built, so even if you generally prefer explicit scenes, you will not find yourself missing them. I very much enjoyed this read and also please check out author’s notes in the end, which were amazing!
Thanks to NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing for this easy sweet read!
Thanks to NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing for this easy sweet read!
September 2, 2025
Short, cute second chance at love, with evil twin, kidnappings, unknown pregnancy themes
.,. And a villain who gets their comeuppance.
3.75 stars out of 5
.,. And a villain who gets their comeuppance.
3.75 stars out of 5
October 10, 2025
This was a fast-paced novella of second chances, where Mrs. Dove-Lyon brings together two people who were meant to be, despite their rocky past.
The main characters, Felix and Adaline, were engaged ten years ago, until her stepsister played a nasty trick on them. Felix believed Adaline betrayed him and refused to listen to her side, walking away from her, and leaving her at the mercy of Society's gossips. Felix's mistrust of women was mainly due to his stepmother's actions, and these feelings spilled over into his relationship with Adaline.
Ten years later, neither has quite moved on. Adaline married another man shortly after the breakup, but has been a widow for several years. She supports herself and her daughter by working as a private investigator, specializing in retrieving stolen property from Society members. But she is lonely and wants a father for her daughter, Melody. She hires Mrs. Dove-Lyon to find her a suitable husband, in exchange for finding items stolen from her. To do so, she attends a house party at the culprit's estate.
Felix has never married and is envious of his friends who have found happy matches. Unwilling to enter the Marriage Mart and deal with matchmaking mothers and empty-headed debutantes, he asks Mrs. Dove-Lyon to find him a wife. He wants a woman who is more interested in him as a man than in his title. She sends him off to a house party, promising him that his perfect match will be there.
Needless to say, both Felix and Adaline are dismayed by each other's presence. Felix still hasn't gotten over his feelings of betrayal, and Adaline still resents his refusal to listen to her. But when he takes one look at her daughter and realizes that he is her father, he knows he has to talk to her. I liked the ensuing conversation. Adaline calmly lays out the sequence of events, and Felix finally accepts the truth, sincerely apologizing to her. I loved seeing them rekindle their relationship. There were some adorable scenes with Felix and Melody, which looked promising for the future.
But there are still some twists in their future. Adaline needs to complete her task for Mrs. Dove-Lyon. It is a tense situation, and I enjoyed seeing how she pulled it off. However, not everything is smooth-sailing, and Adaline's past comes back to bite her in a terrifying way. I was on the edge of my seat as the scene played out, hoping that Felix would see the truth. I loved Melody's part in the ending.
I enjoyed catching up a little with the characters from Thrown to the Lyon who play a significant role in this story.
The main characters, Felix and Adaline, were engaged ten years ago, until her stepsister played a nasty trick on them. Felix believed Adaline betrayed him and refused to listen to her side, walking away from her, and leaving her at the mercy of Society's gossips. Felix's mistrust of women was mainly due to his stepmother's actions, and these feelings spilled over into his relationship with Adaline.
Ten years later, neither has quite moved on. Adaline married another man shortly after the breakup, but has been a widow for several years. She supports herself and her daughter by working as a private investigator, specializing in retrieving stolen property from Society members. But she is lonely and wants a father for her daughter, Melody. She hires Mrs. Dove-Lyon to find her a suitable husband, in exchange for finding items stolen from her. To do so, she attends a house party at the culprit's estate.
Felix has never married and is envious of his friends who have found happy matches. Unwilling to enter the Marriage Mart and deal with matchmaking mothers and empty-headed debutantes, he asks Mrs. Dove-Lyon to find him a wife. He wants a woman who is more interested in him as a man than in his title. She sends him off to a house party, promising him that his perfect match will be there.
Needless to say, both Felix and Adaline are dismayed by each other's presence. Felix still hasn't gotten over his feelings of betrayal, and Adaline still resents his refusal to listen to her. But when he takes one look at her daughter and realizes that he is her father, he knows he has to talk to her. I liked the ensuing conversation. Adaline calmly lays out the sequence of events, and Felix finally accepts the truth, sincerely apologizing to her. I loved seeing them rekindle their relationship. There were some adorable scenes with Felix and Melody, which looked promising for the future.
But there are still some twists in their future. Adaline needs to complete her task for Mrs. Dove-Lyon. It is a tense situation, and I enjoyed seeing how she pulled it off. However, not everything is smooth-sailing, and Adaline's past comes back to bite her in a terrifying way. I was on the edge of my seat as the scene played out, hoping that Felix would see the truth. I loved Melody's part in the ending.
I enjoyed catching up a little with the characters from Thrown to the Lyon who play a significant role in this story.
August 9, 2025
The Lyon's Dilemma is a fast-paced and enthralling novella by Jude Knight. The story is riveting, it will grab your interest early on and keep you captivated until the very end. It's set in the world of The Lyon's Den, where Mrs. Dove-Lyon runs her successful gambling establishment and matchmaking service.
The main characters, Felix Seward, the Duke of Kempbury, and widow Adeline Beverley were engaged ten years ago until it had appeared to all that Adeline had betrayed Felix. Appearances can be deceiving though, but it didn't matter to the nasty gossipers of the Ton who delighted in tearing Adeline's reputation to shreds and embarrassing Felix. Already wary of women thanks to his manipulative step-mother, Felix allows his distrust to take over and refuses to have anything to do with Adeline. He refuses to see her, and sends back her letters unopened. Heartbroken and needing a father figure for her babe, she quietly marries someone else. Years later, they both separately seek Mrs. Dove-Lyon's assistance to find a spouse, or in Adeline's case a new spouse since she was widowed.
Thanks to Mrs. Dove-Lyon's shrewd matchmaking skills, the two are sent to the same house party where they meet again. At first it appears that there will be no reconciliation, Felix is still distrustful, even more so when he looks at Adeline's daughter Melody and realizes he is Melody's father. But when Felix realizes Adeline did not betray him he sincerely apologizes, ashamed that he allowed himself to be duped. Adeline forgives Felix and they are eager to try for a second chance and plan to marry. From there it's an engrossing tale with twists and turns, an evil half-sister who is quite insane, a delightful child, and a heart warming happily ever after.
Thank you Dragonblade publishing and NetGalley for the ARC. My opinions are unsolicited and my own viewpoint on what I have read.
The main characters, Felix Seward, the Duke of Kempbury, and widow Adeline Beverley were engaged ten years ago until it had appeared to all that Adeline had betrayed Felix. Appearances can be deceiving though, but it didn't matter to the nasty gossipers of the Ton who delighted in tearing Adeline's reputation to shreds and embarrassing Felix. Already wary of women thanks to his manipulative step-mother, Felix allows his distrust to take over and refuses to have anything to do with Adeline. He refuses to see her, and sends back her letters unopened. Heartbroken and needing a father figure for her babe, she quietly marries someone else. Years later, they both separately seek Mrs. Dove-Lyon's assistance to find a spouse, or in Adeline's case a new spouse since she was widowed.
Thanks to Mrs. Dove-Lyon's shrewd matchmaking skills, the two are sent to the same house party where they meet again. At first it appears that there will be no reconciliation, Felix is still distrustful, even more so when he looks at Adeline's daughter Melody and realizes he is Melody's father. But when Felix realizes Adeline did not betray him he sincerely apologizes, ashamed that he allowed himself to be duped. Adeline forgives Felix and they are eager to try for a second chance and plan to marry. From there it's an engrossing tale with twists and turns, an evil half-sister who is quite insane, a delightful child, and a heart warming happily ever after.
Thank you Dragonblade publishing and NetGalley for the ARC. My opinions are unsolicited and my own viewpoint on what I have read.
October 16, 2025
If you love a historical romance with angst, longing, and a past betrayal that still hurts, this one absolutely delivers.
Felix Seward, the grumpy Duke of Kempbury, is so done with social events… but he wants a wife, and the mysterious matchmaker Mrs. Dove Lyon promises his perfect match will be at this particular house party. He doesn't expect that she will be there. Adaline Beverley. The woman who broke his heart and left him scarred, emotionally and socially.
The second-chance setup is deliciously painful in all the right ways. You can feel the tension between them from the moment they lock eyes—Felix is all cold glares and clipped words, and Adaline is clearly hiding more than she's saying. Their past is messy, their chemistry is intense, and watching them dance around their shared history is honestly addictive.
I enjoyed the slow unraveling of what really happened in their past. Felix has that perfect mix of pride and vulnerability and Adaline is a heroine who’s trying to reclaim her own story.
It’s not super lighthearted—this is more emotional redemption arc than frothy ballroom flirtation—but that made the ending feel even more satisfying. If you like your historical romance with high stakes, big feelings, and a hero who falls HARD once he lets himself feel again… this is your next read.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing and am voluntarily leaving my review.
Felix Seward, the grumpy Duke of Kempbury, is so done with social events… but he wants a wife, and the mysterious matchmaker Mrs. Dove Lyon promises his perfect match will be at this particular house party. He doesn't expect that she will be there. Adaline Beverley. The woman who broke his heart and left him scarred, emotionally and socially.
The second-chance setup is deliciously painful in all the right ways. You can feel the tension between them from the moment they lock eyes—Felix is all cold glares and clipped words, and Adaline is clearly hiding more than she's saying. Their past is messy, their chemistry is intense, and watching them dance around their shared history is honestly addictive.
I enjoyed the slow unraveling of what really happened in their past. Felix has that perfect mix of pride and vulnerability and Adaline is a heroine who’s trying to reclaim her own story.
It’s not super lighthearted—this is more emotional redemption arc than frothy ballroom flirtation—but that made the ending feel even more satisfying. If you like your historical romance with high stakes, big feelings, and a hero who falls HARD once he lets himself feel again… this is your next read.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing and am voluntarily leaving my review.
July 26, 2025
Adaline Beverley is a widow who supports herself and her daughter as an investigator. She has decided it is time to find a husband and turns to Mrs. Dove Lyon for help.
Felix Seward, Duke of Kempbury has decided he wants to marry someone who will not only be his duchess but also be his wife. He wants to be loved for himself and not just his title.
Felix has asked Mrs. Dove Lyon for help in finding him a wife. She sends him to a house party telling him that he will meet his future wife there. He doesn’t realized until he arrives that the person Mrs. Dove Lyon has in mind is Adaline Beverly. He was once betrothed to her but it ended badly. Will Adaline and Felix finally put the past behind them and realize that their future is together?
I truly enjoyed this book!! The book is a quick read that was really fun and entertaining to read!! I liked how both Adaline and Felix were able to resolve their misunderstanding they had about their past and were able to move forward together. The secondary characters really added to the story and were just delightful. I highly recommend this book!!
Felix Seward, Duke of Kempbury has decided he wants to marry someone who will not only be his duchess but also be his wife. He wants to be loved for himself and not just his title.
Felix has asked Mrs. Dove Lyon for help in finding him a wife. She sends him to a house party telling him that he will meet his future wife there. He doesn’t realized until he arrives that the person Mrs. Dove Lyon has in mind is Adaline Beverly. He was once betrothed to her but it ended badly. Will Adaline and Felix finally put the past behind them and realize that their future is together?
I truly enjoyed this book!! The book is a quick read that was really fun and entertaining to read!! I liked how both Adaline and Felix were able to resolve their misunderstanding they had about their past and were able to move forward together. The secondary characters really added to the story and were just delightful. I highly recommend this book!!
August 2, 2025
The Lyon’s Dilemma by Jude Knight is a satisfying novella about second chances. Felix Seward, Duke of Kempbury, has decided it is time to marry. He is skeptical because of his previous betrothal so decided to visit the Black Widow of Whitehall to see if she can find him an appropriate bride. She sends him to a house party, which he normally avoids at all costs, where he sees his previous betrothed, Adaline. Adaline is there on a mission from Mrs. Dove-Lyon, with which Kempbury decides to assist. He also hears her story for the first time and recognizes her daughter as his own. After hearing her story, he forgives and they resume their love affair.
This is an entertaining short read. It is an evil twin trope and handled masterfully. Of course, there is the mandatory kidnapping, but all ends well. Terrific characters with an entertaining plot, this book is worth the read.
I was invited to read The Lyon’s Dilemma by Dragonblade. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #Dragonblade #JudeKnight #TheLyonsDilemma
This is an entertaining short read. It is an evil twin trope and handled masterfully. Of course, there is the mandatory kidnapping, but all ends well. Terrific characters with an entertaining plot, this book is worth the read.
I was invited to read The Lyon’s Dilemma by Dragonblade. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #Dragonblade #JudeKnight #TheLyonsDilemma
August 29, 2025
The Betrayal That Wasn’t
Adaline betrayed him with another man—or so Felix believed. He swore he would never forgive her. Ten years later, ready to marry and start a family, he turned to Mrs. Dove-Lyon for help. But the match she arranged? None other than the woman who had once shattered his heart.
Adaline, on the other hand, never understood why Felix turned his back on her all those years ago. Now fate—and Mrs. Dove-Lyon—bring them both to the same house party. Adaline has her own task to complete: retrieving stolen items for the matchmaker in exchange for her own chance at love. But surely Mrs. Dove-Lyon wouldn’t be so cruel as to match her with the very man who broke her heart…would she?
What truly happened that fateful night? Was Adaline guilty of betrayal, or was there more to the story than either of them realized? This is a tale of redemption, wounded pride, and second chances—with secrets and schemes lurking just out of sight.
Adaline betrayed him with another man—or so Felix believed. He swore he would never forgive her. Ten years later, ready to marry and start a family, he turned to Mrs. Dove-Lyon for help. But the match she arranged? None other than the woman who had once shattered his heart.
Adaline, on the other hand, never understood why Felix turned his back on her all those years ago. Now fate—and Mrs. Dove-Lyon—bring them both to the same house party. Adaline has her own task to complete: retrieving stolen items for the matchmaker in exchange for her own chance at love. But surely Mrs. Dove-Lyon wouldn’t be so cruel as to match her with the very man who broke her heart…would she?
What truly happened that fateful night? Was Adaline guilty of betrayal, or was there more to the story than either of them realized? This is a tale of redemption, wounded pride, and second chances—with secrets and schemes lurking just out of sight.
August 28, 2026
This novella was too short to encompass the full range of emotions. Felix Seward, Duke of Kempbury, was betrothed ten years ago to Adaline Beverley. However, she betrayed him with another man, and they parted. Adaline married another man and had a child. Now, she is hoping to find a new husband for herself and her daughter.
Felix cannot find a duchess, so he goes to Mrs. Dove Lyon for help. She sends him to a house party, where he will find his 'perfect match.' When he sees Adaline, he is enraged. However, he also sees the child, Melody, and he knows the child is his. When he confronts Adeline, the story comes out.
The swiftness with which Felix suddenly listens to Adeline, after she had tried repeatedly, didn't ring true. The whole story was rushed.
Lyon's Den Connected World
The Talons of a Lyon (2023)
Hook, Lyon and Sinker (2024)
Thrown to the Lyon (2024)
***The Lyon's Dilemma (2025)
The Lyon, the Lady and a Fine Pair of Boots (2026)
Felix cannot find a duchess, so he goes to Mrs. Dove Lyon for help. She sends him to a house party, where he will find his 'perfect match.' When he sees Adaline, he is enraged. However, he also sees the child, Melody, and he knows the child is his. When he confronts Adeline, the story comes out.
The swiftness with which Felix suddenly listens to Adeline, after she had tried repeatedly, didn't ring true. The whole story was rushed.
Lyon's Den Connected World
The Talons of a Lyon (2023)
Hook, Lyon and Sinker (2024)
Thrown to the Lyon (2024)
***The Lyon's Dilemma (2025)
The Lyon, the Lady and a Fine Pair of Boots (2026)
July 25, 2025
This addition to the series had familiar characters from another story. It was a short novella that was about second chances, an evil doppelgänger half sister, a belligerent viscount, spying and espionage, and rekindled love. This story was about reuniting a family. Their declarations of love were believable. The characters were well developed and some were even likable. It had a funny witty child that was entertaining. Mrs Dove Lyon didn’t seem as shrewd and helpful as in other stories. The past separation between the main couple didn’t linger forever. The story quickly cleared things up and allowed for a happy future. This was a clean story with mentions of intimacy. The ending felt abrupt and unfinished. I wanted to know more and get a peek into their future with more children. This is a quick read.
I received an ARC from Net Galley and am voluntarily leaving this review.
I received an ARC from Net Galley and am voluntarily leaving this review.
July 28, 2025
Felix made a mistake listening to his stepmother and ended up on Mrs. Dove-Lyon’s naughty list. Now looking for a lady to love, he reaches out to her. Reeling from a broken betrothal, he is afraid to trust. Adaline has cared for her daughter for 7 years and now finds herself sharing the same house as her once betrothed. This short story has a LOT of twists and turns to keep you entertained. I loved how they found each other, how he protected her and how sweet little Melody knitted the family together. Cinderella’s step-sisters has nothing on Emmiline and I enjoyed how Melody got her to go away. A wonderful, love-filled second chance story. Quick, easy to read and beautifully written. No crass language either-thank you Author!
I received this story for free and these are my own views.
I received this story for free and these are my own views.
July 28, 2025
Felix Seward, Duke of Kempbury, does not want to be at a house party. Any house party. But the matchmaker Mrs. Dove Lyon has promised him that his perfect match will be there, and Felix yearns for a wife. He is horrified to find that the woman who meets the matchmaker’s description is Adaline Beverley. His nemesis. His Achilles heel.
An absolutely lovely novella, very well written with strong characters & a well paced story. I loved both Felix & Adaline & loved their second chance, enemies to lovers romance. Their chemistry sizzled but they had to put the past behind them in order to move forward. There are also delightful secondary characters. An engrossing, fun & entertaining romance
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
An absolutely lovely novella, very well written with strong characters & a well paced story. I loved both Felix & Adaline & loved their second chance, enemies to lovers romance. Their chemistry sizzled but they had to put the past behind them in order to move forward. There are also delightful secondary characters. An engrossing, fun & entertaining romance
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
August 6, 2025
Tropes: second chance romance
Steam level: 1
Part of a series, might be best if the previous entry by the author is read first.
3.5 stars I can't quite round up. The writing is solid, and I liked that the MFC was older and independent, but I had trouble connecting with any of the other characters, especially the MMC, whose arc was just too quick for me to believe. This is plot/drama driven and the romantic elements take a backseat. I prefer spending a bit more time getting to know MC's and feeling invested in their bond, which can be tricky in a book of this length.
I read an advanced reader copy of this book and this is my honest, voluntary review. Thanks to the author, Dragonblade, and Net Galley for this opportunity.
Steam level: 1
Part of a series, might be best if the previous entry by the author is read first.
3.5 stars I can't quite round up. The writing is solid, and I liked that the MFC was older and independent, but I had trouble connecting with any of the other characters, especially the MMC, whose arc was just too quick for me to believe. This is plot/drama driven and the romantic elements take a backseat. I prefer spending a bit more time getting to know MC's and feeling invested in their bond, which can be tricky in a book of this length.
I read an advanced reader copy of this book and this is my honest, voluntary review. Thanks to the author, Dragonblade, and Net Galley for this opportunity.
July 30, 2025
3.75 stars.
I enjoyed this Lyon's Den read. It was short and sweet, with two lovely characters getting a second chance at their happily ever after, and I loved the little twist. I saw it coming, but still thought it was fun for the story. I liked that the author included a few notes at the end about the trope she used and some historical notes. Little extra bits of info like that are always appreciated in my books because it lets you into the author's journey of writing and seeing what else they do behind the scenes of putting words to the page.
Thank you to NetGalley & Dragonblade Publishing for the chance to read this.
I enjoyed this Lyon's Den read. It was short and sweet, with two lovely characters getting a second chance at their happily ever after, and I loved the little twist. I saw it coming, but still thought it was fun for the story. I liked that the author included a few notes at the end about the trope she used and some historical notes. Little extra bits of info like that are always appreciated in my books because it lets you into the author's journey of writing and seeing what else they do behind the scenes of putting words to the page.
Thank you to NetGalley & Dragonblade Publishing for the chance to read this.
August 1, 2025
Thank you NetGalley. The Duke of Kempbury has gone to a house party because Mrs. Dove-Lyon has promised him the lady he wants to marry will be there. He has decided it is time for him to marry and he does not want to do it the way of most men. He did not want to attend the house party but if it would help him then he would go. He was not wanting to Marry Adaline Beverley. They decided to meet and work out their problems. She was there to retrieve some jewelry that Mrs. Dove-Lyon received from her husband when they wed. The host's father had stolen it and she wanted it back. They decided they could work together to get it.
August 2, 2025
Great read!
What a beautiful story of second chances for Adeline and Felix! Mrs Dove-Lyon is up to her tricks with matchmaking and brings them back together.
The Lyon’s Den Connected World is a wonderful collection from some of today’s best regency writers. They are filled with villains, jealousy, back stabbing characters, closed door and open door love scenes and of course the happy ending that the couples fought for. Each one is a complete story in itself the continuing story of the great matches made with feats of strength, cunning and sneaky actions by Mrs. Dove-Lyon will keep you riveted.
What a beautiful story of second chances for Adeline and Felix! Mrs Dove-Lyon is up to her tricks with matchmaking and brings them back together.
The Lyon’s Den Connected World is a wonderful collection from some of today’s best regency writers. They are filled with villains, jealousy, back stabbing characters, closed door and open door love scenes and of course the happy ending that the couples fought for. Each one is a complete story in itself the continuing story of the great matches made with feats of strength, cunning and sneaky actions by Mrs. Dove-Lyon will keep you riveted.
August 3, 2025
Matchmaker and a second chance...
I really liked both Adaline and Felix, who were once briefly engaged ten years ago. But Felix is distrustful of women due to his stepmother and was played a fool by Adaline's half sister. He let Adaline down in the worst way when she needed him most by refusing to see her or to read her letters to him. She moved on, married, had a child and now, is widowed and supporting herself as an investigator.
Adalaine and Felix both seek matches with Mrs Dove-Lyon.
The first half deals with their relationship, the second with Adaline trying to retrieve objects she was tasked with retrieving by Mrs. Dove-Lyon.
Recommend.
I really liked both Adaline and Felix, who were once briefly engaged ten years ago. But Felix is distrustful of women due to his stepmother and was played a fool by Adaline's half sister. He let Adaline down in the worst way when she needed him most by refusing to see her or to read her letters to him. She moved on, married, had a child and now, is widowed and supporting herself as an investigator.
Adalaine and Felix both seek matches with Mrs Dove-Lyon.
The first half deals with their relationship, the second with Adaline trying to retrieve objects she was tasked with retrieving by Mrs. Dove-Lyon.
Recommend.
December 2, 2025
This is a story of another's success for Mrs Dove-Lyon
Adaline and Felix were in love 9 years before but their romance was interfered with by Adaline stepsister.
Now both are ready to find love again so visit the Lyons Den and ask for help.
They are both invited to the same party where they meet and Felix learns the truth that Adalines sister lied to him.
They admit there love for each other agree to marry when yet again Adaline sister tries to stop them but all is well and they finally are married
This was a nice story nothing earth shattering but a pleasant read
Thanks to Netgalley and Dragonblade for my arc copy
Adaline and Felix were in love 9 years before but their romance was interfered with by Adaline stepsister.
Now both are ready to find love again so visit the Lyons Den and ask for help.
They are both invited to the same party where they meet and Felix learns the truth that Adalines sister lied to him.
They admit there love for each other agree to marry when yet again Adaline sister tries to stop them but all is well and they finally are married
This was a nice story nothing earth shattering but a pleasant read
Thanks to Netgalley and Dragonblade for my arc copy
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 27, 2025
Aaah, my much loved series is at it again! There are over 80+ books in this series and each one is unique in its own way. This one is short and well paced(hurray)! Felix is looking for a duchess after being heartbroken. Adaline is looking to remarry after being heartbroken and Mrs. Dove-Lyon works her magic again. My only wish for this would have been to see how Adaline handled the bigamist and how those ladies responded, but maybe those will become further Lyon's books?!! Here's hoping. There is a villain in this one who gets their comeuppance in spades.
August 2, 2025
I love this series and this is a short read which had me hooked from the first page. So it’s not a steamy novella like most of the series but that does not detract from the excitement and drama. Felix had his heart broken 10 years earlier and has now visited the Lyon’s Den for an arranged marriage. He is invited to a house party where, he is told, he will recognise his future bride. A shock awaits as he recognises Adeline, the person who broke his heart. Follow them on their journey to reconciliation. Highly recommended
August 2, 2025
Second chance romance with a secret daughter and an evil doppelgänger stepsister. The MCs are mature adults who have an honest conversation after years being apart and who continue to work together to make it to their HEA. Great short novella with twists and turns that all wrap up at the end. Clearly part of an established world but easy enough to understand as a standalone. Sweet closed door romance with a maturity in the character’s communication that I appreciate.
I received an eARC from NetGallery. This is my honest review.
I received an eARC from NetGallery. This is my honest review.
August 10, 2025
Lyon’s dilemma
By Jude Knight
A short novella from the Lyon’s Den series. Lookalikes, one good, the other not only not good but a little on the crazy side. Our good lookalikes alias the heroine has been betrothed to the Duke, alias the hero. They have a little girl together. While the Duke is tricked by the evil lookalike into thinking his fiancée has betrayed him. The heroine and her Duke are reunited at a house party and explanations are given. With another obstacle or two the Duke and his betrothed find their happily ever and onward to the next Lyon’s Den story.
By Jude Knight
A short novella from the Lyon’s Den series. Lookalikes, one good, the other not only not good but a little on the crazy side. Our good lookalikes alias the heroine has been betrothed to the Duke, alias the hero. They have a little girl together. While the Duke is tricked by the evil lookalike into thinking his fiancée has betrayed him. The heroine and her Duke are reunited at a house party and explanations are given. With another obstacle or two the Duke and his betrothed find their happily ever and onward to the next Lyon’s Den story.
July 25, 2025
This is a short story that was well written and entertaining. It’s a second chance for Felix and Adaline and an unexpected surprise awaits him. There is another surprise that is fortunately realized before it is too late. I especially loved the addition of Melody to the story and it’s a story worth reading.
I received a free copy of this book via Netgalley and are voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Netgalley and are voluntarily leaving a review.
July 26, 2025
Wishes Can Come True:
What an amazing short story that is packed to the brim with emotions and wonderful characters; but one not so good.
Mrs. Dove Lyon plays a hefty role in the story of second chances.
The plot was interesting, and the ending was Oh My Goodness and Intense before it reached a very happy ending.
Favorite Character: Melody, the charming little daughter.
I truly enjoyed this episode of the Lyons Den Connected World.
What an amazing short story that is packed to the brim with emotions and wonderful characters; but one not so good.
Mrs. Dove Lyon plays a hefty role in the story of second chances.
The plot was interesting, and the ending was Oh My Goodness and Intense before it reached a very happy ending.
Favorite Character: Melody, the charming little daughter.
I truly enjoyed this episode of the Lyons Den Connected World.
July 30, 2025
3.7* just
Follow up to Thrown to the Lyon.
Felix is a duke and he wants not just a Duchess but a wife, after making a mistake years ago he ask Mrs Dove-Lyon to help him find one. So he turns up at a house party as told only to find the lady he's to !party is Adeline his fiance from ten years ago, now widowed with a daughter. But on seeing the daughter he realises he's a father so confronts Adeline.
Very short, so light on depth of character. Barely 45mins.
Follow up to Thrown to the Lyon.
Felix is a duke and he wants not just a Duchess but a wife, after making a mistake years ago he ask Mrs Dove-Lyon to help him find one. So he turns up at a house party as told only to find the lady he's to !party is Adeline his fiance from ten years ago, now widowed with a daughter. But on seeing the daughter he realises he's a father so confronts Adeline.
Very short, so light on depth of character. Barely 45mins.
July 31, 2025
An interesting story with lots of twists and turns. Adaline has been hurt badly, but she is very resilient. She finds ways to survive and thrive. Mrs. Dove Lyon is contacted to help her find a new husband. She is surprised and furious when she finds out who it is. As she and Felix navigate the anger and distrust, truth might begin the be shared. My only negative for this story is I wanted more as it was such a quick read.
July 26, 2025
Ten years ago Adaline’s world fell apart when her half sister managed to break her betrothal but she pulled herself together. Unexpectedly they meet again at a houseparty, can they have a second chance or are the fates against them still?
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
July 26, 2025
Our characters in this visit to the Lyon's Den have very different reasons for asking for her help. They also have a shared history that will cause more than a few problems.
The past has a nasty way of coming back to bite you, just when you think you're happy.
A very interesting complication just might finish everything.
Good fun.
The past has a nasty way of coming back to bite you, just when you think you're happy.
A very interesting complication just might finish everything.
Good fun.
July 30, 2025
Dragons teeth do grant wishes
When rights are wronged because the two people most affected are willing to listen with their hearts, instead of their eyes, then love does win. Add in a dragon's tooth and an adorable child to complete this lovely story of second chance to find a forever family.
When rights are wronged because the two people most affected are willing to listen with their hearts, instead of their eyes, then love does win. Add in a dragon's tooth and an adorable child to complete this lovely story of second chance to find a forever family.
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