Once a Rebel

Mary Jo Putney

Aug 2017 · Rogues Redeemed Book 2 · Zebra Books

About this ebook

The bestselling author delivers a Regency tale “that deftly balances fascinating historical detail, adventure, and menace with a passionate romance” (Library Journal).

As Washington burns, Callista Brooke is trapped in the battle between her native England and her adopted homeland. She is on the verge of losing everything, including her life, when a handsome Englishman cuts through the violent crowd to claim that she is his. Callie falls into her protector’s arms, recognizing that he is no stranger, but the boy she’d once loved, a lifetime ago.

Lord George Gordon Audley had been Callie’s best friend, and it was to Gordon she turned in desperation to avoid a loathsome arranged marriage. But the repercussions of his gallant attempt to rescue her sent Callie packing to Jamaica, and Gordon on a one-way trip to the penal colony of Australia.

Against all odds, Gordon survived. Finding Callie is like reclaiming his tarnished soul, and once again he vows to do whatever is necessary to protect her and those she loves. But the innocent friendship they shared as children has become a dangerous passion that may save or destroy them when they challenge the aristocratic society that exiled them both . . .

Praise for New York Times bestselling author Mary Jo Putney and the Rogues Redeemed series


“Putney’s endearing characters and warm-hearted stories never fail to inspire and delight.”—Sabrina Jeffries

“An impeccably written book that realistically integrates the cost of the Napoleonic Wars into a compelling story that neatly balances dangerous adventures and passionate romance.”—Booklist

“A thrilling, romantic tale.”—Bookpage, Top Pick of the Month

Ratings and reviews

Reads as story within a story, within a story. Callie and Gordon/Richard share a childhood which ends abruptly. She's headed for marriage in the West Indies while he's headed on a prison ship for Australia. Years later they chance to meet again, after numerous personal life changes... Good historical romance, better historical novel. Interesting mix of American and English history in same book. Characters buildup was good though sometimes missed the mark. Still enjoyed the stories. Would like to read more of Molly, Trey and Joshua's family and Peter and the Carroll family. Voluntarily read ARC, through Netgalley and publisher, for honest review.

With a flair for the dramatic and a love for the romantic, Ms. Putney knows how to make a splash in the world of historical romance. Her tales of battle scarred heroes and fierce women of courage are as thrilling as they are healing. Once a Rebel is an epic story of love that spans war, betrayal and years. George and Callista's path to happily ever after was long, heartbreaking and dangerously intriguing but it was worth all the obstacles that they had to face.

Explain to me y this very book read aloud on the Nook but not on Google Play Books. I enjoyed the story

About the author

Mary Jo Putney is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who has written over sixty novels and novellas. A ten-time finalist for the Romance Writers of America RITA, she has won the honor twice and is on the RWA Honor Roll for bestselling authors. In 2013 she was awarded the RWA Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award. Though most of her books have been historical romance, she has also published contemporary romances, historical fantasy, and young adult paranormal historicals. She lives in Maryland with her nearest and dearest, both two and four-footed. Visit her at maryjoputney.com.