Recklessly Rogue

Royals Gone Rogue, Book 4

By: Erin Nicolle, Erin Nicholas

Narrated by: Zachary Johnson, Maeve York

I have a hot British bodyguard in my guest room. Could be worse, I guess. Like…bats in the attic? Though bats don’t rip your panties and ruin you for all other men.

How did this happen? My sister married the prince he protects, so I now have an extra room and insisted my friend stay with me when she left her husband.

Her husband is being a real a-hole about that. Which made the bodyguard all growly and he moved in to protect us. That sounds nice, I know. But he’s my ex.

And when his best friend married my sister, we agreed to do the mature adult thing: avoid each other for the rest of our lives. Now he’s sleeping down the hall, walking around looking delicious, talking with that panty-melting accent, just…taking care of me. And giving my friend pep talks, making her little boy airplane-shaped pancakes, and making her jerk ex very sorry.

So, I really can’t be blamed for what happens in the shower—he should have been quieter if he didn’t want company—or against the wall in the kitchen. But here’s the problem: the royals have become the family he never had growing up. He’ll never quit. And I’ve spent the past 16 years helping my sister raise her daughter. Now's my chance to finally go to law school—which can't happen here in my tiny hometown.

So, we need to help my friend and nothing more. We can’t be reckless. Not with where we take our clothes off. Not with our words. And certainly not with our hearts.

©2025 Erin Nicholas (P)2025 Erin Nicholas

“I want to be the main character in my story.”

I couldn’t wait to read Henry and Ruby’s story in Recklessly Rogue. They had me yearning for their story after the last book and their heartwarming story was everything I could hope for. These two were definitely a perfect match for each other.

Both Henry and Ruby were at loose ends after her sister, Scarlett had married Prince Cian. They have both given so selflessly of themselves to others that they don’t know how to live for themselves. They love to care for other people and to solve any problems that may arise. These two fixers are over the top caring and protective over those they love, but they have to figure out how to live for themselves instead of always taking care of someone else.

The snarky, flirt banter and explosive chemistry between Ruby and Henry ignites the pages, but it’s their hearts and sense of community that I really fell in love with. Henry and Ruby are so genuine and good and the way they support each other was so swoonworthy.

I absolutely loved the audio version of this title! Narrated in duet by Zachary Johnson and Maeve York—both new voices to me—the experience was deeply enriched by their performances. They brought every ounce of heat, heart, and humor to the story, making it truly come alive. These narrators didn’t just tell the tale; they embodied it.

Each time a new book comes out in this series, I say it’s my favorite and Recklessly Rogue is no exception. Full of well-developed engaging characters with depth and a sweet, emotional romance, this book touched my heart and had me immersed in this wonderful story.

Love this series!

This series has completely captured my heart!! I loved this book from the first chapter to the last. Henry is my new favorite book boyfriend. In the very first chapter where Henry is all taking charge and being all alpha male--growly and protective. I completely fell in love with him. I've been so excited about Ruby and Henry's story since the previous book. I loved how both characters had this habit of always needing to take care of others over their own needs. This made for a fun story and great growth throughout the story for both Ruby and Henry. This story was very well written with all the yummy conflict. There was humor, lots of heart and some excellent spicy scenes. There was also a lot of cameos from past characters.

I listened to this book in audio. Let's talk about the male narrator, Zachary Johnson. I think I'm completely in love with his voice. He was the perfect Henry. Maeve York did a fantastic job as Ruby. Their voices were exactly how I imagined the characters to sound. They did the best job ever of bringing these two characters to life. I listened to this book in one day because I couldn't get enough. This book is a stand alone, but I highly recommend starting at book one because each story is entertaining and special. I hope there will be more books in this series. I received this audiobook from Home Cooked Books. All opinions are my own.

It's time to visit Cara!

Back to Cara I go, loving this series. This is Henry and Ruby's story. Henry being King Cian's bodyguard and best friend and Ruby, Cian's sister-in-law have a past that will not let them go. Why is that? Well, first meeting them in Rags to Royals, it's easy to understand why. These two had that love glue, the kind that is fiery and unable to be broken. Until it is. Now they are back together but will it stick? For years, Ruby has done things for everyone else, and now that she has the chance, she is ready to move on and away. Henry isn't ready for her to go. This is a fun and listen that has all the feels. Henry is that alpha male, the kind that is impossible to love. His love for his friend and loyalty to help others is so strong, it oozes out of him. Ruby has had a tough time, as she now has her chance, it's so easy to relate to her need to go...and stay. Loved this story and seeing Scarlett and Cian is just icing on the cake.

Zachary Johnson brings his British accent out to play and he is amazing! Making the most desirable of characters, it was easy to love Henry. Maeve York is Ruby with all the spunk and passion she has. I love how both of these narrators understand their characters so well that bringing out the emotions was effortless and made for a fabulous listen.

So good!

Story - ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Spice - 🌶🌶🌶
Narration - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Recklessly Rogue is book #4 in the Royals Gone Rogue series. Ahhh, Henry's story. How delicious he is. But as Kian's bodyguard, he is always on the move. Ruby finally has the opportunity to do something for herself, not having her twin or her niece to care for. She wants to be independent, he wants to protect her. When a threat comes to Ruby's door, Henry is right there to help...whether Ruby wants it or not! This bodyguard, second chance, forced proximity romance has intrigue, humor, steamy scenes, and an amazing setting for their HEA. I mean, who doesn't love NOLA!!

The narration was perfection. Zachary Johnson and Maeve York knocked this one out of the park. Is it the accent? Why yes, yes it is. Mr. Johnson brought the cocky, British bodyguard to life while Ms. York struck right back with the fiesty, sarcastic Ruby. These two were fire! 5/5 stars!!

Love definitely conquers all!

I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook version of the novel, narrated in duet format by Zachary Johnson and Maeve York. Both of these narrators have perfect command of their moments, making sure the various characters (some with accents that are different from the main characters' voices) are completely distinct and totally individual. It's like being there to actually see the conversations and thoughts take place. Such an engaging experience!

Erin has given them a wonderful story to work with. Cian and Ruby have plenty of emotional baggage in their pasts that of course leads to major complications in their relationship. I appreciated how Erin managed to write about the current, ongoing developments in the plot while also allowing the reader to know about their past experiences in little dribs and drabs, without taxing my memory with a multiple timeline occurring in the text. Not to worry - eventually all is revealed! - along with plenty of emotional growth and new understanding. There is a terrific cast of "almost main" characters (they can hardly be called secondary...) who also do some of this growing and learning. In case this sounds like a psychology class, Erin does all this while supplying plenty of humor, great dialogue, surprising events, plenty of spicy moments, and a swoonworthy HEA. This was an altogether amazing audiobook experience!

Perfect audiobook!

-Duet narration by Zachary Johnson & Maeve York
-Dual pov, single timeline

WOW what an incredible audiobook. These narrators were both new to me so I was so excited to hear some fresh voices!! What a TREAT. They both give incredible performances and the full duet really brings this to a whole new level. Zachary Johnson is such a talent - his accents were so incredible I genuinely thought there was additional narrators at some points. I am excited to hear more of him!! And Maeve York did such a wonderful job as Ruby, she was the prefect fit. Easily a 5/5 audiobook and I’m so glad to have experienced this story for the first time in audio!

heart, heat, and humor

Ruby and Henry’s story is full of heart, heat, and humor. The tension between them is electric from the start, and their connection only grows stronger with every scene, especially with the forced proximity.

The audiobook is performed in duet narration by Maeve York and Zachary Johnson. Maeve perfectly captures all of Ruby’s emotions, while Zachary’s accent as Henry is completely swoon worthy. This story was emotional, fun, and seriously steamy. I couldn’t stop listening.

Highly recommend starting with Rags to Royal if you're new to the series. Ruby and Henry absolutely shine in this one.

I choose you

Oh my! The narrators performance is perfection. They did a wonderful job at roping me in and honestly I had to listen to this in one shot. This is a wonderfully written and emotional book about two givers who finally choose each other and love. Henry and Ruby have both had their lives put on hold for those around them. Circumstances change and Ruby makes a major life decision that moves her away. Henry isn't having it and becomes all growly, protective and possesive all while giving Ruby the world. I have to say, a brit talking dirty is so yummy. These two are so hot together and have truly amazing chemistry. Love how it all comes together at the end and they get a very fitting HEA. Definitely a 5 star must listen or read.

I was sent an advanced copy audiobook from HCB and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.

Great

Ruby and Henry

I received an audio copy and listened to it through BookFunnel courtesy of Home Cooked Books. The narrators did a good job. Especially loved listening to Henry and his sexy accent. I enjoyed listening to this Ruby is always there to help those that need it. Henry is a bodyguard who isn't use to being ignored when he goes back to the States to protect Ruby and her friend she is helping get away from an abusive ex. There is also a part in the story where Henry brings Ruby to meet the Landry clan and as always something entertaining is going on.

So fun!

Ruby and Henry have been my most anticipated storyline since they were introduced, and MAN!!! Erin wrote one STRONG female. Ruby is the exact kind of fiercely independent that I can relate to, and I loved seeing her find her match. Henry showed her that she doesn’t need to do it all alone, and he’s her absolute soul mate. Maeve York and Zachary Johnson were phenomenal in this duet audio, and I truly loved this story! It was so unique, and that made it super special. I love a strong bodyguard, and the fact that he protected her as if he was her bodyguard was mouthwatering. These two are sweet, spicy, and just so cute!!