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The Duke Who Loved Me

By Jane Ashford
Series: The Duke's Estates
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The Duke Who Loved Me by Jane Ashford is a delightful romance that follows a spirited young woman who finds herself thrust into high society and its challenges. As she navigates her new role, an unexpected and charming Duke enters her life, their budding relationship leading to a series of heartfelt and humorous encounters. The story unfolds with wit and warmth, capturing the essence of love against the backdrop of Regency-era England.
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You might enjoy this book if you love captivating historical romance with dashing dukes and spirited heroines. It offers a delightful mix of witty dialogue, romantic tension, and a vibrant setting that immerses you in the intrigue and passion of the Regency era.

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A captivating new Regency romance series from esteemed author Jane Ashford!

Fans of Bridgerton will fall in love with this sparkling Regency romance from bestselling author Jane Ashford featuring:

  • A duke accustomed to getting his own way
  • A lady determined to teach him a thing or two about love
  • Delicious opposites-attract romance
  • Glittering detail and banter

First in a new series!

James Cantrell, the new Duke of Tereford, has inherited a dukedom in disarray and is overwhelmed by his unaccustomed responsibilities. Then he gets an idea. Cecelia Vainsmede served as liaison between James and her father, and she knows a great deal about business matters, his own in particular. She's also quite pretty. Ever the pragmatist, he suggests a marriage of convenience.

Cecelia has always been good at working with James, but she doesn't understand how he can be so obtuse. He clearly doesn't realise that he's the duke she's always wished for, or that his offer is an insult. But when a German prince arrives in London and immediately sets out to woo Cecelia, James will have to come to terms with what he really feels for her. Is running away worth the cost of losing her, or will the duke dare to win her once and for all?

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The Duke Who Loved Me by Jane Ashford is praised as an effervescent introduction to its series, noted for its lively and engaging narrative style. Reviewers highlight its strong character development and charming romance. The novel's engaging plot sets a promising tone for future instalments in the series.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781728217253

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 September 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Casablanca

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 120.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 182g

Pages: 288

Collections

Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Historical Romance Jane Ashford Penguin Books Romance Series: The Duke's Estates

About the Author

Jane Ashford discovered Georgette Heyer in junior high school and was captivated by the glittering world and witty language of Regency England. That delight was part of what led her to study English literature and travel widely. She's written historical and contemporary romances, and her books have been published all over Europe as well as in the United States. Jane has been nominated for a Career Achievement Award. Find her on the web at www.janeashford.com and facebook.com/janeashfordwriter. If you'd like to receive her monthly newsletter, you can sign up at either of those sites.

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