The Dueling Duchess
A Sparkling Historical Regency Romance
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4.0 • 29 Ratings
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- $9.99
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Publisher Description
Perfect for fans of Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton books, this fresh and unique Regency-set romance series features heroines who aren’t afraid to compete in a man’s world. A new generation of readers will delight in this witty, thought provoking, always entertaining novel by critically acclaimed author Minerva Spencer.
When Cecile Tremblay lost everyone and everything in the French Revolution, she never imagined that she'd earn her living as a markswoman in a London circus. But Farnham's Fantastical Female Fayre has become her home, her family, and her future. Another thing Cecile never imagined was becoming entangled with the man gossip columns call The Darling of the Ton. But mere weeks after her rejection of his insulting carte blanche—and his infuriating engagement to an heiress—Darlington is back, this time to beg Cecile for help. And help him she will, by teaching him about honest work—and the right way to treat a woman.
Gaius Darlington has always led a charmed life. Until now. Suddenly, a long-lost heir has appeared to claim his title, possessions, and property, Not only that, but Guy's fiancée has jilted him to marry the usurper! Yet there is a silver lining: it's no longer Guy’s duty to marry an heiress to save the dukedom. He’s free to wed the woman he loves—if only he can earn her forgiveness.
They say hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. But fury is just a step away from passion, and Guy knows just how to arouse Cecile’s. . .
Praise for Minerva Spencer’s Rebels of the Ton series
“Brilliantly crafted . . . an irresistible cocktail of smart characterization, sophisticated sensuality, and sharp wit.” —Booklist (STARRED REVIEW)
“Sparkling . . . impossible not to love.” —Popsugar
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Spencer's alluring second Wicked Women of Whitechapel novel (after The Boxing Baroness) stars Cecile Tremblay, one of four owners of Regency England's first all-women circus, Farnham's Fantastical Female Fayre, who also performs as a crack shot in one of the circus's most popular acts. When Cecile's former lover Guy Darlington shows up at her circus pleading for a job as Cecile's assistant/drudge after losing his fiancée and his dukedom to his long-lost cousin, Cecile reluctantly takes him on. She has not forgotten how Guy previously insulted her with an offer to install her as his mistress while he went on to wed a more suitable woman. As the pair spend more time together, however, Cecile sees that he truly regrets his previous behavior and he confesses he's never stopped loving her. But can guarded Cecile tear down her walls and open up about her mysterious past enough to return his feelings? The unusual backdrop of the circus continues to set this series apart, and the resilient female supporting cast add both charm and humor to the sensuous romance. Readers won't want to put this down.
Customer Reviews
No dueling duchess to be found
The title name comes from a single line that happens near the end of the story. The story was good, it definitely lagged in several areas though. There was not as much action and intrigue as the first book though.
4.5 Stars!
4.5 Stars!! I really enjoyed this book. This is the second book in ‘The Wicked Women of Whitechapel’ series and can be read as a standalone. I never read book one and still understood this book. The main characters, Cecile & Guy, were lovable and slapable at times. There are a few hot & heavy ‘sexy times’, lots of pay back and groveling, scenes that had me sad & scenes that made me laugh, and all wrapped up with an HEA ending. Loved the twists at the end, didn’t see them coming. All in all, an enjoyable and entertaining read that I’d highly recommend!
Can’t wait for Blade & Elliot’s story next! And hopefully Helen gets a book also!
*I received this at no charge & I voluntarily left this review.*