Marcus really overcame a lot and I loved all of the softer moments he had with Esme.
I have been waiting for Marcus’s book since the first in the series because you knew it was going to be a ride! And it was. Also, we love when the woman is older in the relationship–especially in historical romance! Truthfully I could easily take a whole additional book just on Esme and her past because it would be ENTERTAINING. I just wish her and Penelope (from book 2) could have met in the book because I know they would have been besties. Her back story (no spoilers here) made her by far the most interesting character in this whole series. I loved Esme so much, she was a fascinating character that I really connected with and enjoyed reading. Between the incredibly plot that kept me intrigued, to the inter turmoil of the characters, to the steam there this is truly a gem of a book! Loves:
The layers of complexity within the characters and how the unfold is by far one of the best I’ve read (at least recently). I think was my favorite book of Once Upon a Dukedom series by Lorraine Heath. But giving into temptation comes at a cost, and they must decide if love is worth the risk of losing their one chance for redemption. Soon, they’re unable to deny their growing desire for each other. She doesn’t trust Marcus but can’t deny the handsome devil makes her wonder if she does indeed possess a heart, one he could very easily steal.Īs their hunt for the truth leads them into danger, Marcus finds Esme isn’t cold and calculating as he’d assumed but fire and brimstone, with courage and determination to match his own. Harboring secrets, Esme Lancaster has her own reasons for wanting to discover who’s behind the conspiracy that’s still afoot. His search forces him to turn to a woman he despises for her unforgiveable betrayal-a woman known as the heartless harlot. Vowing to return honor to his family, he seeks to expose the others involved in the treasonous plot and bring them to justice. When his father, the Duke of Wolfford, is hanged for an assassination attempt on Queen Victoria, Marcus Stanwick is stripped of everything. All opinions are my own.Īvailable: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | BookShop
Thank you so much Avon and NetGalley for allowing me to read an ARC. The Return of the Duke BY Lorraine Heath Rating: 5/5
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