The Duke of Pain
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4.3 • 12 Ratings
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- $4.99
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- $4.99
Publisher Description
The oldest and only remaining original member of The Rakes of St. Regent's Park, Gideon Broyles, the Duke of Watford, has grown weary of his debauched escapades. Due to his wretched past, he often refers to himself as the Duke of Pain. He selfishly breezed through life with no thought for anything or anyone. All that changed when Gideon met Olivia Durham at an exclusive club. The passionate encounter has him reeling, as he never experienced these powerful emotions before.
Olivia also has a dark past. Hiding behind a fictitious persona, she provides a particular service to her clients. One that doesn't involve physical intimacy, for Olivia cannot stand to be touched. In all her years at the club, no man has sparked her interest—until Gideon. Despite trying to ignore the intense feelings swirling between them, Olivia finds the darkly handsome duke hard to resist. When secrets from her past come to light, the complications become insurmountable.
There are multiple obstacles to overcome, including shared doubts about their capacity to feel—anything. For two emotionally closed-off people to find and accept enduring happiness? Gideon and Olivia must believe that love can conquer all.
Customer Reviews
from darkness to light
Gideon became a duke at the age of ten, which left him at the mercy of an uncaring mother and an unbearably abusive stepfather. As an adult, he lived only for his pleasure, usually sexual, and did not care what society thought of him. One night, shortly after he turned forty, he had two ah-ha moments that changed his life. Olivia worked at a brothel where she specialized in a specific type of pleasure. Something about her drew Gideon to her, perhaps he found a kindred spirit. And so, two broken people embarked on a journey through the unknown. I forgot that I was reading fiction, and became totally engrossed in the story. I was horrified at what both Gideon and Olivia had endured, and thrilled that they made a connection. This story has some very powerful and emotional moments, and a great deal of heat. It is a ‘from darkness to light’ tale that I could not put down.
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Captivating read
Another amazing read. I couldn’t put it down. I was so engrossed in the storyline I was sad when it came to the end. The characters were captivating and engaging and the storyline creative and intriguing. Can’t wait to read what this author has in store for us next.
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