The Heiress Bride
A Thrilling Regency Romance with a Dash of Mystery
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4.1 • 128 Ratings
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- $6.99
Publisher Description
A sparkling new love story with a touch of mystery, from bestselling historical romance legend Madeline Hunter. Will appeal to fans of Bridgerton and readers of Lisa Kleypas and Eloisa James.
Now the new Duke of Hollinburgh, Nicholas Radnor has two duties to fulfill: locate the mysterious woman mentioned in his late uncle’s will and acquire a suitable bride. When bedazzling, unconventional Iris Barrington shows up at the estate, Nicholas believes he may have found the missing beneficiary—unless she is a charlatan, or worse. But as for his second duty—he is finding it difficult to think of any other woman while tantalizing thoughts of Iris occupy his mind. He agrees to fulfill the late duke’s promise to her, even as he grows suspicious of both her motives and the danger that seems to surround her. All of which keeps her temptingly close at hand…
Iris will do anything to restore honor to her beloved grandfather’s name. Even tangle with the likes of Nicholas, a man whose formidable intellect and good looks lure her like no other. But all her years on the continent have not prepared her for the sensual onslaught she discovers in his embrace—or the devastation of almost losing him to malicious intentions. Now Iris’s desire to unearth the scandal behind the dukedom burns ever brighter: for doing so might also protect the man who has stolen her heart . . .
Praise for HEIRESS FOR HIRE
“A smart, satisfying Regency romance. . . . Readers craving substantive mystery and intelligent leads will savor this pitch perfect love story.”
--Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW, Top 10 Editors’ Pick
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
The mystery of the Duke of Hollinburgh's murder comes to a suspenseful close in bestseller Hunter's final A Duke's Heiress Regency (after Heiress in Red Silk). The eccentric late duke left fortunes to three unrelated and unsuspecting women, much to his avaricious family's chagrin. Two of these women have already accepted their inheritance, but Nicholas Radnor, the new duke, has yet to locate the third. So he's shocked when she shows up at his door. Unaware that she was named in the duke's will, Iris Barrington calls on Nicholas hoping to gain access to his library to search for a Psalter her grandfather was accused of stealing and so clear his name. While waiting for his solicitor to verify her identity, Nicholas hires Iris to appraise his library, hoping there's enough value to clear his financial ailments. The pair are instantly attracted and quickly fall into bed, leading to some steamy scenes but not enough buildup to really get readers on board with their love story. Meanwhile, they're both in danger from the duke's murderer, who is still at large. The mystery far outshines the romance, but for fans who've been waiting for the killer to be revealed since book one, this is sure to satisfy.
Customer Reviews
Good plot, easy read
This book was the third in the series. I enjoyed all of them. This one might have a little more sex than I like but I just skip over the details.
4 Stars!
4 Stars! This is the 3rd book in ‘A Duke’s Heiress’ series and can be read as a standalone. I did read the 2nd book but that was awhile ago so I only remember bits and pieces from it. This book gives the gist of what happened in the previous books so you won’t be lost. I do believe this is the final book in the series & I wish there had been an epilogue that expanded on the 3 books main characters HEA’s. This books main characters were the Duke/Nicolas & Iris Barrington. I liked both of them. Iris isn’t your typical virginal debutante since she’s not a debutante nor a virgin! This book has mystery, attempted murders, plotting, books, friendship, sexy times, decades old secrets, some witty flirting all wrapped up with a HEA ending.
*I received this at no charge & I voluntarily left this review.*
Great easy read
Refreshingly fun with twists and turns one wouldn’t expect.
Enjoyed all three books in the series!