Helping a devilish Duke create a contest to pick his perfect mate is the kind of challenge Tessa Mansfield relishes. Her methods may be scandalous, but she's determined to find the notorious bachelor more than a wife--she'll bring him true love. Yet when Tessa watches the women vie for the Duke's affections, she longs to win his heart herself. And after a stolen kiss confirms Tristan's desire, Tessa knows she has broken a matchmaker's number one rule: never fall in love with the groom.
Type: Historical Romance, London
Heat: 3 out of 5 (but there's not much)
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
With some authors it takes me a little while to warm up to them but with Vicky Dreiling... I was instantly and undeniably smitten with her writing from the very start. How to Marry a Duke was an incredibly fun, sweet read with a delightful cast. It didn't have the steamy factor I usually go for but, seriously, I hardly even realized it I was so taken up by the characters and the entertaining story.
So the tale is pretty fun and really not one I'd ever imagine reading in a historical which made it even better. If you've seen the Bachelor reality series take that and set it to Regency England with a notorious Duke who is determined to find a wife, regardless of love, and a matchmaker, set on finding him a love match even if she has to "trick" him into courting 24 eligible young Misses. All while trying not to lose her own heart.
As you can imagine it's quite the story and has a great deal of humor as Tristan interviews and tests the young women to see who he thinks would be the best wife for a Duke. More than once I found myself on the verge of tears from laughing so hard. Some of the situations and just the reactions of the different characters were what really did it for me.
Tristan and Tessa were just fantastic together. They've got that banter and wit going on between them that'll keep you smiling and on your toes. They're such the perfect match for each other in some ways even if she's not the "proper" marriage material for a Duke. I liked that while most of the story was pretty light hearted both Tristan and Tessa had pasts they were trying to overcome and that shaped who they were which gave them a nice depth.
As you can imagine it's quite the story and has a great deal of humor as Tristan interviews and tests the young women to see who he thinks would be the best wife for a Duke. More than once I found myself on the verge of tears from laughing so hard. Some of the situations and just the reactions of the different characters were what really did it for me.
Tristan and Tessa were just fantastic together. They've got that banter and wit going on between them that'll keep you smiling and on your toes. They're such the perfect match for each other in some ways even if she's not the "proper" marriage material for a Duke. I liked that while most of the story was pretty light hearted both Tristan and Tessa had pasts they were trying to overcome and that shaped who they were which gave them a nice depth.
"Tess, we've no time to argue now."
She inhaled sharply. "I am deeply sorry for seducing you. It did not occur to me you would become so distraught."
"What?" Had she forgotten to pack her brains?
"You must not worry, for I will still respect you tomorrow." She paused. "But.."
Tristan gaped at her. He must have pleasured her senseless.
A knock sounded at the door. They both turned to stare at it. Then she glanced at him and said in a rush, "I hope you will forgive me, but I cannot make an honest man out of you."
The ending was one of my favorite ever endings. One of those ones that makes you suck in your breath just a little with a huge grin on your face. It was just lovely and so nicely done and one of the sweetest "declarations" I've come across. One that makes you wish, just a little, you could find your own personal hero who would do something so incredibly perfect.
If you're a fan of romances with humor, and heart, that may be a little quirky from time to time this one's for you.
If you're a fan of romances with humor, and heart, that may be a little quirky from time to time this one's for you.
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