The Duke's Desire - Erica Ridley

The Duke's Desire

By Erica Ridley

  • Release Date: 2019-12-24
  • Genre: Historical Romance
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 106 Ratings
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Description

A delightfully improper romp between a buttoned-up blacksmith and a spinster who loves racy novels, from a New York Times bestselling author:

Meg Church adores two things: life in a village of perennial Yuletide, and the freedoms of being a spinster with no reputation to protect. Oh, very well, three things: She’s harbored a secret tendre for Christmas curmudgeon Lucien le Duc since the moment she first glimpsed him. But the sexy blacksmith won’t give her the time of day, much less a night of torrid passion.

Ever since Lucien le Duc was forced to flee his beloved France during the revolution, his all-consuming goal has been to recover not only his lost land and fortune, but also his rightful place among the French aristocracy. He would never be distracted by an English dairy maid’s sultry glances… or her soul-consuming kisses… or the temptation to turn one night into forever…

The 12 Dukes of Christmas is a series of heartwarming Regency romps nestled in a picturesque snow-covered village. Twelve delightful romances… and plenty of delicious dukes!

THE 12 DUKES OF CHRISTMAS:

1. Once Upon a Duke
2. Kiss of a Duke
3. Wish Upon a Duke
4. Never Say Duke
5. Dukes, Actually
6. The Duke's Bride
7. The Duke's Embrace
8. The Duke's Desire
9. Dawn with a Duke
10. One Night with a Duke
11. Ten Days with a Duke
12. Forever Your Duke

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Reviews

  • Things Change

    5
    By Peg1951
    The Duke’s Desire is the heartwarming and absolutely laugh-at-loud funny story of Lucien le Duc and Meg Church. Other than fleeing France during the Revolution (Lucien isn’t aware that Meg had lived in France) and living in Cressmouth, these two have nothing in common. Lucien is grumpy, refuses to learn to speak English well enough to carry on a conversation (even if he wanted to). Meg is outgoing and friendly, loves naughty novels, and has no problem talking about the activities in them. She lives with her cousin and her husband who own the local dairy where she doesn’t have to help in the barn, because they already have eight maids a-milking. As I said, total opposites. It seems impossible these two will have a happily ever after; but remember, this is Cressmouth, the town of Christmas miracles. This is the eighth story in the 12 Dukes of Christmas series. It is a delightfully humorous and unpredictable tale with lovable quirky characters, snarky banter, some difficult secrets to reveal, and a few twists and turns. One of my favorite parts is when Meg agrees to tutor Lucien in English. Their tutoring sessions are fun for Meg, Uncle Jason, and the reader, but not so much for Lucien. It does give the couple the chance to get to know each other (Lucien likes that part). I thoroughly enjoyed the story of the eighth Duke of Christmas. Now on to number nine! I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley. My review is voluntary.

  • Lucien the Duke

    5
    By LisanneH
    Erica Ridley can do no wrong. It’s Christmas and she delivers a delightful read. This is Lucien le Duc’s story. He’s the reluctant second best blacksmith. A true gentleman, he plots to gain back his French inheritance and avoid the English. Out of his two siblings, he’s the only one with no ties and different life he envisions. Meg Church is giving him English lessons. I loved Lucien and really getting into his head and heart. Highly recommended.

  • The Dukes Desire

    4
    By Rt2025
    Lucien has only dreams of returning to his homeland. Meg is just looking for a permanent place to live and belong. Once these two start to spend time together, their ideas of what they thought their futures would look like has totally changed. Lots of sparks and humor with these two.

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