A Bookish Lady for the Widowed Duke: A Historical Regency Romance Novel (Of Dukes, Dares, and Destinies)
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Lady Annalise Jameson, a kind-hearted bookworm, prefers the solace of the library over the company of potential suitors. Living under the oppressive watch of her cruel aunt, Annalise clings to the hope of one day marrying for love and escaping to her own fairytale. Yet, finding a husband who values her intellect proves more challenging than she ever imagined – until she meets the brooding Duke of Spaldwick at the local Statty Fair.
Could it be that she is about to experience a love story better than the ones in her novels?
Mason Montgomery, Duke of Spaldwick, is a reclusive scholar haunted by the tragic loss of his wife and child. For ten years, he has remained hidden, burying himself in manuscripts and lectures, with absolutely no intention of remarrying. However, when he meets the captivating Annalise, a spark of unexpected hope is born. While still healing, he finds himself torn between his tragic past and a future that appears brighter than he could ever imagine.
Can he let go of his past and give love a second chance?
As their bond deepens through letters and tender meetings, Annalise and Mason discover a profound connection. Nevertheless, their blossoming love faces trials from Annalise’s meddlesome aunt and Mason’s lingering doubts. When malevolent schemes threaten to destroy their budding romance, Mason and Annalise must defy societal expectations and their own fears to fight for their tender love. Will their heartwarming tale prove resilient or will it be destroyed by society’s constraints?
Tropes: Widower Hero, Bookish Lady, Second Chance at Love
“A Bookish Lady for the Widowed Duke” is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
ASIN : B0CZP8NT5S
Publisher : Regal Quill Publishing
Accessibility : Learn more
Publication date : July 28, 2024
Language : English
File size : 3.6 MB
Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 365 pages
Page Flip : Enabled
Part of series : Of Dukes, Dares, and Destinies
Best Sellers Rank: #148,727 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store) #467 in Historical British Fiction #2,017 in Victorian Historical Romance (Kindle Store) #3,315 in Regency Historical Romance
Customer Reviews: 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 312 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when(‘A’, ‘ready’).execute(function(A) { if (dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction !== true) { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative( ‘acrLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault”: true }, function (event) { if (window.ue) { ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when(‘A’, ‘cf’).execute(function(A) { A.declarative(‘acrStarsLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault” : true }, function(event){ if(window.ue) { ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } }); });
Customers say
Customers find the book’s storyline engaging with its complicated plot and heartwarming romance. The writing is well-executed, and customers praise the amazing characters. While customers describe it as a very good read, one customer notes it could have benefited from better editing.
