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By Hook or By Rook (London League, Book 4) Paperback – July 1, 2019

by Rebecca Connolly (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,349 ratings
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The most dangerous journeys...

Jeremy Pratt is a spy for the Crown, and one of the best. He had been in more dangerous situations than he can admit, and has always come out unscathed. But escorting his colleague's cousin home to her family, even in disguise, just might be beyond his skills, and the temptation beyond his ability to withstand.

May be ones of the heart...

Helen Dalton is convinced there is more to this man escorting her than meets the eye, and something familiar about him, as well. There is only one man in the world who looks at her so intensely, banters with her so easily, and makes her blush so furiously. And when he manages a daring and heroic rescue, she wonders if she ever knew him at all.

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  1. Book 4 of 6
    The London League
  2. Print length
    180 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Phase Publishing
  5. Publication date
    July 1, 2019
  6. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.38 x 8.5 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1943048843
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1943048847
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07TB7CKVT
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Phase Publishing (July 1, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 180 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1943048843
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1943048847
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.38 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,349 ratings

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Rebecca Connolly

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Rebecca Connolly is the author of more than three dozen novels. She calls herself a Midwest girl, having lived in Ohio and Indiana. She's always been a bookworm, and her grandma would send her books almost every month so she would never run out. Book Fairs were her carnival, and libraries are her happy place. She has been creating stories since childhood, and there are home videos to prove it! She received a master's degree from West Virginia University, and is a hot cocoa addict.

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Bookwormmom
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Book in this series!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2019
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I have really enjoyed each of the books in this London League series, and this book was right up there with the rest. The author does such a fantastic job with the mixture of danger/suspense in the regency era along with a sweet and swoony romance. After reading the first three books I have been so excited to know Rook’s story.

Rook, or Jeremy Pratt, is the newest of the spies for the Crown in this series, although he has been working as such for a few years. Handsome, tough, and great at being a spy, he makes a perfect hero. He is good at what he does, and yet fears making any attachments that would put anyone he cares about in danger.

Enter Helen Dalton and everything just got a whole lot more complicated. She is such a fun character! She is spunky and candid and keeps Rook on his toes from the beginning. I adored their bantering and my toes curled in delight at their swoony yet clean romance.

Then add in the intricate plot that keeps thickening from book to book and this story rose to a whole new level for me. I am now DYING to get my hands on the next book- I just HAVE to know what happens next! I don’t want to admit how much sleep I lost trying to finish this book, but I can assure you I will immediately do it over again when this next book comes out!
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JAT
4.0 out of 5 stars Exciting and Romantic
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2024
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I have enjoyed this series except for the Lord's name used out of context along with some other inappropriate words. I enjoyed the brotherhood between the spies and the lighthearted banter at times. The books are well written, exciting, and romantic. It would be great to see these books made into movies. Very entertaining.
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April
5.0 out of 5 stars I've been hooked!
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2023
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The London League has had me hooked from book one! I can't wait to start the next in the series. The characters are fun and interesting! The plots are exciting! I suggest reading them in order for the best effect. 😊
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5.0 out of 5 stars Can’t get enough....
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2019
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I’ve been reading every book I could since I discovered Rebecca Connolly. Finally got up to date, and now wait with baited breath for each new book. This author makes her characters realistic, with mystery, fun, and leaving her readers wanting more. Her characters are serious on the matter of protecting, family, King and Country, but their distinctive personalities, the bantering....it’s just a pleasure.
This book in the league series is superb. It weaves the other stories into this one and leaves us waiting for the final clue as to who is behind the spy ring, and the loss of a much beloved fallen Operative.
I would recommend this series to anyone who loves clean romance, and mysteries.
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Melanie P.
5.0 out of 5 stars THIS BOOK!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2019
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I have been hooked on this series since reading the first one. The Gent. I can't fathom how Rebecca Connolly makes each book just a bit better than the last one. Each book is romantic (clean) but still satisfying, they are adventuresome, hilarious, relatable and each story is unique. I LOVED this book. I couldn't put it down and the ending........ really Rebecca Connoly?!?! The cliffhanger at the end is torturous! I need the next book NOW. Ugh! Just buy all the books. Buy them, read them, and you will fall in love.
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JP
4.0 out of 5 stars **Rook's turn to fall in love**
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2019
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What I liked:

• The author draws you into the lives of Jeremy and Helen with her descriptive, emotional and physical language that she uses in her writing.
• The description of locations were well done and it was easy to visualize and feel a part of the scenes.
• The banter between the characters was witty and humorous.
• The supporting cast of characters added dimension to the story and they played active roles in this book.
• The pacing of this story was good. It was not too fast nor too slow. There was a smooth, coherent flow to this work.
• There was some action in this story. But not as much as the previous novellas in this series. Most of the action was predictable.
• I liked the fact that there was a league of gentlemen that covertly worked as spies for the crown.
• The story was well edited.
• This was a clean read as far as sex was concerned. It was not a clean read when it comes to mild swearing.

What I wished was changed:

• The author not to use the word "Lord" frequently. Also, the word "damn." This author has not regularly used these words in her other novels. I do not know why she is now using them. It was disappointing to me.

If you like Regency romance with suspense and intrigue, you will enjoy this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another fantastic, full of twists and fun bantering book by Rebecca Connolly.
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2019
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It was fantastic! Rook is just so much fun, so intelligent and a perfect match to Helen. Their bantering was so amusing and romantic at the same time. Jeremy/Rook kept me sighing. Rebecca's book are so effortless, so easy to read, they just flow and laughing is guaranteed. I loved this series as much as I love the "Arrangements" one. And then, I even knew the last words of the book knowing it will result in the next one. I thought about them and boom! There they were. This book was like a sneak peek. Once she mentions that Trace could be alive, I knew it but I thought where is the BIG danger? Yeah, it's coming soon, can't wait for next book to come out!
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Amy
3.0 out of 5 stars Shorter than Others, More like a Novella
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2019
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It was hard to know what to rate this book. Let me start by saying that I have enjoyed this series. The second book has been my favorite, followed closely by the first one. I really enjoyed the story development of the third one, and it was really satisfying when she finally earned the love of her husband, but the romance started to toy with the edge for me (always a danger when the couple is already married). This one honestly felt like there was not much to the story. It felt more like it was filler to get to the next book which was really unfortunate. I LOVED the part where Rook goes to Trace's old home. That was more reminiscent of the other books. We got to actually see Rook as a separate individual from the other spies--his unique thinking and skill set. I really wish more of the book had been like that or that there had simply been more. This book has 100 pages less than previous books. Not as much happens in this book compared to the others. I liked Rook and Helen, but I still didn't feel as invested in them as previous couples. I did like the twists in the story, the interactions between Rook and the other spies, and that this one was cleaner than the third in terms of romance. I'm still excited to read the next one.
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Sonja
2.0 out of 5 stars Good series, but this instalment was lacking for me.
Reviewed in Canada on July 19, 2019
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Unfortunately I could not get into this story...found it boring and tough to finish. I was looking forward to Rooks story, but I just could not relate to the lead characters. Lead female was needy, attention seeking and out right looking for love with Rook from the beginning. Rook was not the gentleman I thought him to be - his harsh bickering with the lead at the start was off putting, then to all of a sudden realize he loved her (after all she did alternatively giggle and antagonize) seemed to quick and contrived for me.
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Everyday_is_a_reading_day
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 20, 2019
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I loved this story!!! Each one in the series just keeps getting better & better & I can’t wait for the next one! I actually won’t to go back & read the others in the series as of course so many characters from previous books are mentioned. You DEFINITELY need to read these books in sequence! It won’t make as much sense otherwise & there will be spoilers if you don’t. I love how Ms. Connolly has designed a spy series with so much suspense but next to no violence! I really don’t like it when you need to read through suspenseful situations with a lot of gory details. The other thing I really appreciate about Ms. Connolly’s book is that they’re clean reads... even though they’re romance novels. Although there are still plenty swoon-worthy kisses. I just love this series. From the conversation & interactions between all of the main character & because of the era it’s set in. All of it makes for a very happy & contented reader right here. I can definitely recommend this book & in fact all of Ms. Connolly’s books.
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Pamela Blockley
5.0 out of 5 stars A great romance
Reviewed in Australia on August 2, 2019
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Loved this book. A worthy continuation in the London League series. Well written with believable characters who stay true to themselves. Love this writer and the series - can't wait for more.
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LadyLionheart
2.0 out of 5 stars Not great
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 13, 2020
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So so
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Kindle Customer au
4.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in Australia on July 9, 2019
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Another great tale in the series. I love these stories. They are full of danger, fun, intrigue, wit, great verbal sparring, and more. Can't wait for the next one!!
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