I present to you a guest review of AN AMERICAN DUCHESS by
Caroline Fyffe, published June 25, 2019.
Blurb for
AN AMERICAN DUCHESS:
A woman's
heart dares to defy the rules of Victorian society in USA Today bestselling
author Caroline Fyffe's novel of romance, royalty, and a little revenge.
In Kent, England, the
arrival of Beranger Northcott, Duke of Brightshire, causes a stir. Because with
the duke comes his new American bride, who isn't quite what anyone expects. By accepting the
hand of her beloved, Emma Brinkman went from hardworking Colorado rancher to
duchess. Now she's expected to comport herself as nobility. Overnight. For Emma—stifled, homesick, and
unable to shake the feeling she's being watched—the metamorphosis is a
challenge. And if Emma's suspicions are correct, perhaps even a dangerous one.
Fortunately, Emma has
found a trusted friend in the orphaned Charlotte, Brightshire's scullery maid.
Charlotte longs to experience—if only for a moment—the luxuries and gentry
romance that come with a titled life. When one of the duke's handsome cousins
takes notice of Charlotte, the castle kitchen is set abuzz with speculation.
In navigating their two
different stations, both servant and duchess alike will discover all they have
in common—from secret fantasies to daring hearts to upending the rules of
society. And that finding their places in the world—and love—is a dream that can come true—no matter the risks.
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Connie’s
Review:
Brideswell
Abbey, Hertfordshire - 1922
Zoe Gifford is an American heiress needing to marry an impoverished aristocrat. Once married, she can then access her funds to pay back her mother’s debts. Zoe is to marry Sebastian Hazelton, whose brother is Nigel Hazelton, the seventh Duke of Langford.
En route to Sebastian’s home, Zoe’s car gets stuck in the mud and she is rescued by Nigel. It is reported that his face is scarred from the war. Seeing a few scars on the side of his face, Zoe doesn’t find him horrifying. Then, he sends his car for her and her mother.
After marrying Sebastian, Zoe will then divorce him, but the duke is against the idea. This marriage of convenience will give funds to Sebastian and allow Zoe to access her inheritance. Even though the duke is appalled at the idea, Zoe doesn’t care.
Julia, sister of Sebastian and Nigel is impressed with Zoe, but Nigel disagrees. He doesn’t consider American women to be ladylike, but he can’t help but be attracted to Zoe.
When Zoe learns of a dark secret that Sebastian is hiding, she calls off their engagement and soon becomes engaged to Nigel. Their attraction is strong and Zoe wants to be with him all the time, but he is plagued with nightmares from his time in the war and doesn’t want her to see that. Angry at this, Zoe is determined to do things her own way in life. Can their marriage withstand this?
This is a good story, but I wanted to smack Zoe because she is the epitome of the spoiled American lady of the time period who is determined to do what she wants. This didn’t play well with Nigel as well it shouldn’t. All in all, it is a good story and I think readers will enjoy it.
Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Zoe Gifford is an American heiress needing to marry an impoverished aristocrat. Once married, she can then access her funds to pay back her mother’s debts. Zoe is to marry Sebastian Hazelton, whose brother is Nigel Hazelton, the seventh Duke of Langford.
En route to Sebastian’s home, Zoe’s car gets stuck in the mud and she is rescued by Nigel. It is reported that his face is scarred from the war. Seeing a few scars on the side of his face, Zoe doesn’t find him horrifying. Then, he sends his car for her and her mother.
After marrying Sebastian, Zoe will then divorce him, but the duke is against the idea. This marriage of convenience will give funds to Sebastian and allow Zoe to access her inheritance. Even though the duke is appalled at the idea, Zoe doesn’t care.
Julia, sister of Sebastian and Nigel is impressed with Zoe, but Nigel disagrees. He doesn’t consider American women to be ladylike, but he can’t help but be attracted to Zoe.
When Zoe learns of a dark secret that Sebastian is hiding, she calls off their engagement and soon becomes engaged to Nigel. Their attraction is strong and Zoe wants to be with him all the time, but he is plagued with nightmares from his time in the war and doesn’t want her to see that. Angry at this, Zoe is determined to do things her own way in life. Can their marriage withstand this?
This is a good story, but I wanted to smack Zoe because she is the epitome of the spoiled American lady of the time period who is determined to do what she wants. This didn’t play well with Nigel as well it shouldn’t. All in all, it is a good story and I think readers will enjoy it.
Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
AN AMERICAN
DUCHESS by Caroline Fyffe, Montlake Romance, available now in ebook, print, and audio at Amazon and free
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