The Rogue's Conquest (The Townsends #2) by Lily Maxton
Published September 2017 by Entangled Publishing, LLC


"Wallflower Eleanor Townsend is not like most women. She has no interest in marriage, the ton, or fashion. Instead, her heart lies with science. And when the opportunity to present a paper arises, she takes it, even though it means dressing as a man. But her disguise doesn’t quite work. Someone notices—and the brute intends to blackmail her!


Former prizefighter James MacGregor wants to be a gentleman, like the men he trains in his boxing saloon. His first step is gaining a beautiful, wealthy wife. Eleanor Townsend is not that woman, but a chance encounter gives him the leverage he needs. She’ll gain him entry to high society and help him with his atrocious manners, and in return, he won’t reveal her secret. It’s the perfect arrangement. At least until the sparks between them become more than just their personalities clashing. But there’s too much at stake for James to give in to his growing attraction. "


    What a quick, adorable read! This is the first book by Lily Maxton that I have read and I am in love! I am looking forward to reading the Townsends #1 soon. Broadly however, I would have loved more romantic development between James and Eleanor! The book was quite short, but I am impressed with how Maxton incorporated an enticing plot right at the beginning. I thought that Eleanor was so real and endearing and intelligent. It was a delight to read about her and science in Scotland! 
    James is not someone I would call a "rogue" exactly despite his upbringing. He was so refreshing and humorous. I enjoyed reading about their friendship and romance develop over the course of plot, as well. Overall, the dialogue and the attention to detail really set this novel apart. I would definitely recommend it!