Desperately Seeking A Duchess
Book 2 in the All the Duke’s Sins Series
What happens when an impoverished duke with a reputation for being a rogue collides with a strong-willed heiress who wants to explore the world? An unlikely friendship…and unexpected passion.
Cailin Audley doesn’t fit in with Polite Society. A life spent among the working class taught her to value her independence in a way no newfound fortune or glittering ballroom could ever erase. When a major misstep sees the new heiress whisked away to the English countryside, Cailin soon realizes the vexing lengths her family will go to see her settled. But having risked her heart once before, Cailin has no interest in the men of the ton—especially not the frustratingly charming Duke of St. James.
Courtland Balfour, the Duke of St. James, devoted brother and notorious rogue, despises what he must become—a fortune hunter. But with the ducal coffers drained by his late, spendthrift of a father, Courtland knows his duty lies at the altar and he will do anything to ensure a future for his siblings. Just his luck that the one lady who could make this new fate bearable, who enflames him like no other, is the one woman who wants nothing to do with him or his title.
But when an act of desperation inadvertently lands he and Cailin at the heart of another scandal, Courtland knows better than to waste his chance. Surely he can convince Cailin to love him?
Reader Reviews
Praise for Desperately Seeking a Duchess!
Packed with familial warmth and peppered with humor...An endearing romance.
-Kirkus
Beautiful Story
This is a wonderful read. The story between Cailin and Courtland is a beautiful, captivating romance. Another page turning romance from Ms. Caldwell.
-MT
Fascinating
Whew! Talk about emotional. I dare say this is one of Christi's very best books, that left me in tears. Loved this story. That's what Christi does, she leaves you with a well written story, great characters and intriguing plots. The epilogue was fantastic.
Katherine Sterling
At a loss for words...it's soooo good!
Ms Caldwell hits another one out of the park with this 2nd in her series (All the Duke’s Sins). Our Heroine is the blow-by of a Duke and the Hero is a Duke who inherited his father’s horrible mess. The banter in this book is hilarious and I felt like I was in the room listening to the siblings banter. Watching the Hero’s reactions to his sisters made me laugh out loud. Very realistic conversations and painful memories make this story one I didn’t want to end! Hoping there are more to this series!
-Pat Robinson
Excellent Story
I enjoyed the story of Cailin and Cortland. The young Duke of St James, Cortland, is in serious financial trouble thanks to his father. It’s a secret he keeps from his sisters and twin brother. The Duke of Bentley’s illegitimate daughter comes to London expecting adventure and discovery but instead finds tedious lessons. The two are caught as their friendship changes. I love the tactics of Ellie, the 14 year old sister. Their story is well worth the read!
-Cindy W
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