Knockout

"This is my favorite Hell's Belles book so far, it had so much of what I've come to love in a sarah maclean book. There were explosions, chemistry, steamy scenes, and a good detective plot. I have been waiting for Imogens and Tommy's book since they were introduced, and they did not disappoint. Imogen is one of my faves, a heroine that goes around making explosions, blowing things up, and bringing justice with her group of best friends. Tommy is the gruff, bearded rule-following detective, or at least he is until his world entwines with Imogene, and he becomes a protector/bodyguard. <br/><br/>I liked that this book had the best type of chaos. From the schemes to the explosives to the craziness that was the last 10 percent, I was really immersed in this world. I love when women in historical romances go after what they want and don't care what anyone else thinks, and that's Imogen. The chemistry, banter, tension, and steamy scenes in the book were great. There was stuff about the mc's class differences which I didn't really enjoy especially with Tommy constantly thinking he wasn't good enough for Imogen. There was also diversity in some of the other characters, which I appreciated. I loved seeing the other Hell's Belles couples and their found family, and I'm excited for Duchesses' book, especially after that ending. <br/><br/>Thank you, Avon for this arc for an honest review."