Series: League of Dukes, #3
Traits & Tropes: titled, tortured, swoonworthy hero; suspense
Genre/Setting: Historical; Victorian; England
Publication Date: 07.02.19
Heat Level: 4/5
Rating: 5 stars! One of my favorites!
After 15 years of service to the crown, Griffin Lynton, the Duke of Strathmore, finds himself accused of treason he is innocent of and under house arrest. Even more unfortunately for him, his host, the Duke of Arden, happens to have a lovely sister, a distraction Griffin can ill afford.
Lady Violet West is set to marry a many-titled earl, Charles, who by all accounts utterly adores her and unfortunately happens to be about as dull as dirt. When she encounters the Duke of Strathmore in her home, he makes her take note of just what is missing between her and her fiance. While her brother is convinced of Griffin's guilt, Violet has her doubts. Helping him clear his name could be just the adventure she's been quietly craving, but for Griffin this could be his chance to have his vengeance against Arden by ruining the man's only sister.
But soon Griffin finds himself dealing with feelings and emotions he thought long dead, though it may be too late for him to be with Violet by the time he sorts them out.
I loved this one. I found myself taking forever to finish it because I kept going back to reread and make highlights of terribly romantic dialogue. I'm a sucker for the broody tortured heroes and Griffin fit the bill and both he and Violet showed good character development as well. It was great to see Violet learn to be her own person and stand up for herself and what she knew to be right for her.
This was my first read from this author but I'll be following the rest of this series now and catching up on the previous installments.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Lady Violet West is set to marry a many-titled earl, Charles, who by all accounts utterly adores her and unfortunately happens to be about as dull as dirt. When she encounters the Duke of Strathmore in her home, he makes her take note of just what is missing between her and her fiance. While her brother is convinced of Griffin's guilt, Violet has her doubts. Helping him clear his name could be just the adventure she's been quietly craving, but for Griffin this could be his chance to have his vengeance against Arden by ruining the man's only sister.
But soon Griffin finds himself dealing with feelings and emotions he thought long dead, though it may be too late for him to be with Violet by the time he sorts them out.
I loved this one. I found myself taking forever to finish it because I kept going back to reread and make highlights of terribly romantic dialogue. I'm a sucker for the broody tortured heroes and Griffin fit the bill and both he and Violet showed good character development as well. It was great to see Violet learn to be her own person and stand up for herself and what she knew to be right for her.
This was my first read from this author but I'll be following the rest of this series now and catching up on the previous installments.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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