A lady does not smoke cheroot.
She does not ride astride.
She does not fence or attend duels.
She does not fire a pistol, and she never gambles at a gentlemen’s club.
Lady Calpurnia Hartwell has always followed the rules, rules that have left her unmarried—and more than a little unsatisfied. And so she’s vowed to break the rules and live the life of pleasure she’s been missing.
But to dance every dance, to steal a midnight kiss—to do those things, Callie will need a willing partner. Someone who knows everything about rule-breaking. Someone like Gabriel St. John, the Marquess of Ralston—charming and devastatingly handsome, his wicked reputation matched only by his sinful smile.
If she’s not careful, she’ll break the most important rule of all—the one that says that pleasure-seekers should never fall hopelessly, desperately in love . . .
Love By Numbers, Book 1
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PRAISE FOR NINE RULES
New York Times Bestseller
USA Today Bestseller
*Winner, Romantic Times Seal of Excellence (Inaugural Recipient)
*Best Romance of 2010 – Kirkus Reviews
* Finalist, 2011 RITA® Awards, Best Regency Historical*Nominated for Romantic Times “Historical Romance of the Year”
*Nominated for Australian Romance Readers Association “Favourite Historical Romance”
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“Wow, what a great book! I love it. One of the best wrenching-heart scenes ever…Fabulous!” –Eloisa James, New York Times Bestselling Author
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“Amazing … everything a historical romance should be. The best romance I’ve read in ages.” –Sophie Jordan, New York Times Bestselling Author
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“MacLean’s devilishly fun debut (romance) novel is an absolute delight: rich in supple wit, suffused with sensuality, and enlivened with a wonderfully engaging cast of characters.” — Booklist (Starred Review)
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“MacLean has penned a fast-paced, funny tale with a marvelous cast of characters who captivate and enchant. This book should come with a warning: Once you start, you won’t want to put it down!” — Romantic Times, 4.5 stars! TOP PICK! (Recipient of the Inaugural Romantic Times Seal of Excellence)
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“Rocked my socks, blew my mind, and caused me to make the Good Romance Novel noise.” — Sarah Wendell, Smart Bitches Trashy Books, Kirkus Reviews
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From its title, to the happily-ever-after; to the plot, characters, dialog and story twists; Nine Rules To Break When Romancing A Rake is infused with charm, humor and romance and is an absolute must-read…MacLean is a supremely gifted writer whose story reads as if she’s a decades-experienced master…She’s certain to become one of the genre’s top historical writers. -McClatchy-Tribune News
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“First off, can I just say, you are going to need flame retardent panties if you plan on reading this book, because normal panties just won’t cut it. I suggest only reading this book when you have hours and hours to read, because I am telling you, real life just kind of fades into the background where this book is concerned.” –The Crooked Shelf
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“MacLean’s regency debut is a classic in the making.” — Romance Novel News, 5 Stars
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“I just can’t say enough about this novel. I am so excited to have found another author who has exceeded my expectations, and I do predict that Ms. MacLean will have a very long and fruitful future in the romance novel industry…Be sure to put this book at the VERY TOP of your TBR pile because it deserves that coveted spot!” — The Romance Dish, 5 Stars
May 8th, 2011 at 10:31 pm
Dear Ms. MacLean,
I picked up your book “Nine Rules…” because I read such a beautifully written, raving review on one of my book review blogs I follow. The reviewer so eloquently stated the book would make me sigh. And after reading it, I have to wholeheartedly agree! It was wonderfully written. The characters are absolutely adorable! The hero is to sigh for! The heroine came into herself boldly, provocatively and with a freshness that is unsurpassed! Two Thumbs Up! 5 Stars! 5 Hearts! The Works! I have a new author to follow! Here’s to MANY, MANY more stories from you!
May 9th, 2011 at 4:18 pm
Thank you so much, Daniela! I’m so happy that you enjoyed and that you came over to find me on the blog! I hope you enjoy the others as much as Nine! xoxo
July 27th, 2011 at 8:55 am
I knw I’m a bit late in the game but i just have to let you knw that I absolutely adoreeee ’9 Rules’. Will be heading to the bookstore this weekend to purchase the rest in the series! ;)
August 21st, 2011 at 10:17 am
Thanks so much, Betty! Hope the other books are just as fun for you! xox
August 21st, 2011 at 4:31 am
Dear Sarah, I don’t think I could read any other historical romance for a while after reading “Nine rules” It is one of the best book I have ever read. The story, the characters are so enthralling and well written. SO completely real, especially Callie. I think there is a lot of Callie in any of us.
Thank you so much for being so talented and giving me long hours of going back in time, forgetting our unromantically times for a while.
You’re such a talented writer, I can’t wait to read your other books.
August 21st, 2011 at 10:16 am
Simona…
Thank you so much for your lovely compliment. I’m so happy that Callie resonated with you–I agree…I think there’s a lot of her in all of us! Many thanks for reading…and writing.
xo
Sarah
September 22nd, 2011 at 9:38 pm
This book is so good, I’ve been reading it all day and I can’t put it down!!!
I bought it at the Brooklyn Book Festival on Sunday (thank you Word Books) shocked that I found any romance at the festival to begin with. I’ve been reading the book since this morning and it is definitely the best romance purchase I’ve made in a long time.
As a romance reader for over 20 years its been a long time since a novel literally brought a smile to my face and audible laughter as I’m reading. So well written, and not at all contrived or cliched. LOVE IT!!!
January 4th, 2012 at 8:09 pm
Hi!
I write from Spain, my English is bad. I wait that understand what I want to say.
The book came to Spain the last summer and since then, not stopped read. In February comes to Spain the second book of the serie, I wait for that all your books come!
I have a question, Are not we going to read more anything on Callie and Gabriel? There is no another book that he speaks about them? I would be charmed with it!
Now you are one of my favorite writers!
Excuse my English, I hope that understands himself quite. Spanish kisses!
January 27th, 2012 at 3:57 pm
Hi Sandra!
First, your English is great!
Second, if you’re in Spain, the second book in Love by Numbers (Nick & Isabel’s story) should be available there very soon! The title is: Diez Lecciones para ar Caza a un Lord y que te Adore.
xo
April 10th, 2012 at 1:45 am
Hello Sarah,
I just finished “A Rogue by any other name”, which I must admit, I downloaded by mistake (I do not reed Romance) and which, I must admit, made me realize WHY so many women do read Romance :-) Soooo when are the rest of your Romance books coming to Audible?
Thanks for the 13h of fun!
July 3rd, 2012 at 10:01 pm
I just have to comment to you.
I stop reading romance a couple a month ago because I find all the plots almost the same. Somehow I discover your book..At first I want to read the first chapter only, and somehow I keep reading it until finish.It such wonderful story, make me smile and sad at the same time. The Hero and Heroin are just adorable esp the Heroin.Good job!!!
October 10th, 2012 at 3:31 am
Dear Ms.Maclean!
My name is Dina, I’m from Kazakhstan. I’ve read a review of “9 Rules” in internet and I liked it very much. Then I’ve tried to find your books here in Almaty,Kazakhstan, but, unfortunately couldn’t!((( then I came to know that your site is available, and I’m very glad to write to you!
I just wanted to know from where I can download this book?
Best Regards!
TIA
Dina